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Focus with Paul W. Smith

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National Radio Hall of Fame Inductee Paul W. Smith takes middays live and local for a show that goes in-depth with the newsmakers who are shaping the future of Southeast Michigan. Tune in as Paul connects with politicians, business and community leaders, entrepreneurs, and entertainers for longform conversations about why the efforts behind the headlines really matter. Accessible, informative, balanced, and bold, with diverse voices and thought-provoking questions that bring it all into Focus.
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Episodes

Detroit on The Clock for 2027 Final 4

March 27, 2026 ~ Marty Dobek, Executive Director at the Detroit Sports Commission looks ahead to the 2027 Final 4 which will be hosted in Detroit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 27, 20269 minEp. 9414

St Clair Inn Celebrating 100 Years with Big Upgrades

March 27, 2026 ~ Sam Jay, Director of Sales at the St. Clair Inn discusses what they have going on. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 27, 20268 minEp. 9413

MSU and Michigan Play in Sweet 16 Tonight

March 27, 2026 ~ Nic Fardella, WJR Digital Sports Reporter checks in from the Sweet 16 in Washington DC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 27, 20268 minEp. 9412

Wrigley Center and Art Hop Port Huron

March 27, 2026 ~ Darren Lee, General manager of the Wrigley Center joins Michael Hensley in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 27, 20267 minEp. 9411

Tigers, Skubal and McGonigle off to a Hot Start

March 27, 2026 ~ Rogelio Castillo, Host of Motor City Metrics and Tigers Minor League Report talks Tigers with Michael Hensley. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 27, 20268 minEp. 9410

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ March 26, 2026 ~ Full Show

March 26, 2026 ~ Chris Ayotte fills in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 27, 20261 hr 8 minEp. 9409

Darin Weiss, Chairman and CEO of Grace Centers for of Hope

March 26, 2026 ~ Darin Weiss, Chairman and CEO of Grace Center for Hope checks in with Chris Ayotte. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 26, 20268 minEp. 9408

META and YouTube Found Liable in Social Media Addiction Trial

March 26, 2026 ~ Eben Brown, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses META and YouTube facing legal trouble for being addictive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 26, 20269 minEp. 9407

Latest in Iran

March 26, 2026 ~ Peter Trumbore, Chair of Political Science at Oakland University discusses the latest developments in Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 26, 20269 minEp. 9406

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ March 25, 2026 ~ Full Show

March 25, 2026 ~ Todd Flood fills in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 25, 20261 hr 8 minEp. 9404

Gas Breaks $4 Per Gallon as Oil Refinery Fire Breaks Out in Texas

March 25, 2026 ~ Patrick DeHaan, Head of Petroleum at Gas Buddy talks about the volatile world of oil prices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 25, 20268 minEp. 9403

Are We Any Closer to a Funding Deal?

March 25, 2026 ~ Congresswoman Debbie Dingell discusses the latest on the DHS shutdown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 25, 20268 minEp. 9402

META Ordered to Pay $375 million over Child Safety Violations

March 25, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the $375 million ruling against META. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 25, 20268 minEp. 9401

Jared Fleisher, CEO of Bedrock

March 25, 2026 ~ Jared Fleisher, CEO of Bedrock checks in with Todd Flood. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 25, 20268 minEp. 9400

Anthony Bellino Looks Ahead to the NCAA Tournament

March 25, 2026 ~ Anthony Bellino, co-host of "SportsWrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino" previews the next round of the NCAA tournament. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 25, 20268 minEp. 9399

What's it Like Living in a Warzone?

March 25, 2026 ~ Jeff Cohn, Controller Flood Law PLLC, living in Israel discusses what life is like in a warzone. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 25, 20269 minEp. 9398

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ March 24, 2026 ~ Full Show

March 24, 2026 ~ SCOTUS looks to be leaning towards limiting mail in ballots. Latest on the DHS shutdown. MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz checks in. ICE not at Metro Airport and the day's biggest headlines! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 24, 20261 hr 12 minEp. 9397

MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz Checks in

March 24, 2026 ~ Kevin Guskiewicz, President at Michigan State University talks Sweet 16 and other things going on at MSU. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 24, 202611 minEp. 9395

Paul W. and Kim's Dream Vacation

March 24, 2026 ~ Doug Johnson, Senior Director of Business Development at Cruise and Tour looks ahead to Paul W. and Kim's dream vacation coming up in August. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 24, 202610 minEp. 9394

SCOTUS Leaning Towards Limiting Mail in Ballots

March 24, 2026 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News, co-author of “The Civility Book A Guide to Building Bridges Across the Political Divide” by Nolan Finley and Stephen Henderson With Lynne Golodner discusses SCOTUS hearing case on mail in ballots and the Detroit News's oped on Trump committing troops to Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 24, 20269 minEp. 9392

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ March 23, 2026 ~ Full Show

March 23, 2026 ~ Trump sending ICE to airports. Deadly collision at LaGuardia. Trump extends deadline to reopen Straits of Hormuz. Michigan State and Michigan heading to the sweet 16 and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 23, 20261 hr 4 minEp. 9391

Michigan State and Michigan Both Heading to the Sweet 16

March 23, 2026 ~ Nick Lundberg, WJR Digital Sports Reporter discusses the NCAA tournament. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 23, 20266 minEp. 9390

Trump Extends Deadline on Iran Ultimatum

March 23, 2026 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Ret. Lt. Colonel in the US Army discusses the latest in Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 23, 20268 minEp. 9389

2 Dead Multiple Injured at LaGuardia

March 23, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the latest in the LaGuardia airplane collision. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 23, 20267 minEp. 9388

Justin Kirk Running for Congress in the 10th District

March 23, 2026 ~ Justin Kirk, running for Congress as a Republican in the 10th District discusses his campaign. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 23, 20267 minEp. 9387

President Trump Sends ICE to Help TSA

March 23, 2026 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses President Trump sending ICE into the airports and facing criticism for his post on Robert Mueller. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 23, 20267 minEp. 9386

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ March 20, 2026 ~ Full Show

March 20, 2026 ~ Latest in the Iran war. Match day for local medical students. John James calls for $638 million for Selfridge, discusses Markwayne Mullin and the ongoing shutdown plus the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 20, 20261 hr 9 minEp. 9385

Riger Reviews Project Hail Mary and Born to Bowl

March 20, 2026 ~ Riger Reviews Project Hail Mary in theaters and Born to Bowl HBO Max. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 20, 20269 minEp. 9384

John James on Selfridge, Mullin and the Shutdown

March 20, 2026 ~ John James, Congressman R-10th District, Gubernatorial Candidate is calling for $638 million for Selfridge, gives his thoughts on Markwayne Mullin and the ongoing shutdown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 20, 202610 minEp. 9383
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