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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

Bob Riney, President and CEO of Henry Ford Health

April 20, 2026 ~ Bob Riney President and CEO of Henry Ford Health joins Sandy Baruah 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.

Apr 20, 20269 minEp. 9539

Carolyn Cassin and Megan Spanitz

April 20, 2026 ~ Carolyn Cassin, President and CEO of Michigan Women Forward and Megan Spanitz, Chief Strategy and Chief Operating Officer at the Detroit Regional Chamber discuss the Woman Up event with Sandy Baruah 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.

Apr 20, 20269 minEp. 9537

Dave Jurzak, President of the Grand Hotel

April 20, 2026 ~ Dave Jurzak, President of the Grand Hotel joins Sandy Baruah 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.

Apr 20, 20267 minEp. 9536

Mike Duggan, Independent Candidate for Governor

April 20, 2026 ~ Mike Duggan, Independent Candidate for Governor checks in with Sandy Baruah in for Paul W. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 20, 20268 minEp. 9535

Nancy Tellum, Co-Founder BasBlue

April 20, 2026 ~ Nancy Tellum, Co-Founder Basblue discusses 2027 Final Four, BasBlue updates and the Coney initiative with Sandy Baruah i for Paul. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 20, 20269 minEp. 9534

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 17, 2026 ~ Full Show

April 17, 2026 ~ Mike Parsons 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.

Apr 17, 20261 hr 10 minEp. 9533

Riger Reviews it: Lorne and Normal

April 17, 2026 ~ Dave Riger reviews Lorne, the documentary on SNL creator Lorne Michaels in theaters and Normal starring Bob Odenkirk also in theaters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 17, 20269 minEp. 9532

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April 17, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of News and Community Affairs on Sexual Assault Awareness Month, highlighting resources, survivor support, and the ongoing work being done across Michigan communities. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 17, 20268 minEp. 9531

Number One Seed Pistons Ready to Roll

April 17, 2026 ~ Justin Valentine, Nick Lundberg, and Bethann Long team up in studio to preview the Pistons’ postseason run as they await the winner of Magic vs. Hornets. Expect analysis, match‑up talk, and fan‑focused energy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 17, 20269 minEp. 9530

Water Less Than 5 Inches from Top of Cheboyogan Dam

April 17, 2026 ~ State Rep. Cam Cavitt joins the show to discuss the latest developments surrounding the Cheboygan lock and dam, why it matters to all of Michigan, and what comes next. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 17, 20269 minEp. 9529

Ceasefire in the Middle East

April 17, 2026 ~ Former adviser to Saudi Arabia, Dr. Frank Richter, offers expert insight into the newly reached 10‑day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, explaining what it means for regional stability and U.S. interests. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 17, 202610 minEp. 9528

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 16, 2026 ~ Full Show

April 16, 2026 ~ Mark Hollis fills in for Paul W. Smith live from the Detroit Economic Club Event "Lions on the Clock" live from Soundboard Inside the Motor City Casino. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 16, 20261 hr 10 minEp. 9527

Dave Birkett, Sportswriter for the Detroit Free Press

April 16, 2026 ~ Dave Birkett, Sportswriter for the Detroit Free Press joins Mark Hollis 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.

Apr 16, 20269 minEp. 9526

Ken Hayward, Visit Detroit Chief Operating Officer

April 16, 2026 ~ Ken Hayward, Visit Detroit Chief Operating Officer joins Mark Hollis 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.

Apr 16, 20265 minEp. 9524

Lori Powe, Owner NBS Commercial Interiors

April 16, 2026 ~ Lori Powe, Owner NBS Commercial Interiors joins Mark Hollis 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.

Apr 16, 202610 minEp. 9525

Dan Miller, Fox 2 Sports Director, Play by Play Voice of the Detroit Lions

April 16, 2026 ~ Dan Miller, Fox 2 Sports Director, Play by Play Voice of the Detroit Lions joins Mark Hollis 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.

Apr 16, 20268 minEp. 9523

Brendan Quinn, Senior Enterprise Writer at the Athletic

April 16, 2026 ~ Brendan Quinn, Senior Enterprise Writer at the Athletic joins Mark Hollis 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.

Apr 16, 20268 minEp. 9522

Ann Thomas, Program Director WJR, Host and Executive Producer of Women Who Lead

April 16, 2026 ~ Ann Thomas, Program Director WJR, Host and Executive Producer of Women Who Lead joins Mark Hollis 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.

Apr 16, 202610 minEp. 9521

Hussein Berry, VP Delta Airlines VP Airport Operations

April 16, 2026 ~ Hussein Berry, VP Delta Airlines VP Airport Operations joins Mark Hollis 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.

Apr 16, 20269 minEp. 9520

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 15, 2026 ~ Full Show

April 15, 2026 ~ New Swalwell accusations come forward. TMZ launches DC Bureau. Trump says peace talks could resume very soon. Buddy's new CEO joins Brother Gary Wegner from the Capuchins for the slice for life fundraiser. Latest on the Cheboygan dam. Bad weather pounds metro Detroit. Husband of local woman missing after boating accident in the Bahamas speaks out and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our colle...

Apr 15, 202659 minEp. 9518

Husband of Local Woman Lost at Sea Speaks Out

April 15, 2026 ~ Steve Dolunt, Retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief discusses Brian Hooker speaking out about his wife's disappearance while boating in the Bahamas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 15, 20266 minEp. 9517

Metro Detroit Hit With Possible Overnight Tornadoes

April 15, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses powerful storms that hit metro Detroit last night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 15, 20264 minEp. 9516

Latest on the Cheboygan Dam

April 15, 2026 ~ Beth LeBlanc, Reporter at the Detroit News has the latest on the Cheboygan Dam nearing flood stage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 15, 20266 minEp. 9515

Buddy's Pizza and Capuchins Team Up

April 15, 2026 ~ Juan Rojas, new CEO of Buddy’s Pizza and Brother Gary Wegner, Executive Director of the Capuchin Soup Kitchen discuss this year's "Slice for Life" fundraiser. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 15, 20266 minEp. 9514

Will Peace Talks Resume This Week?

April 15, 2026 ~ Jonathan Savage, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses the latest in the Iran conflict. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 15, 20268 minEp. 9513

New Swalwell Accuser Comes Forward, TMZ Launches DC Bureau

April 15, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses a new Swalwell accuser and TMZ's new foray into politics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 15, 20267 minEp. 9512

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 14, 2026 ~ Full Show

April 14, 2026 ~ Two members of congress resign. Trump explains AI post. Cheboygan on verge of flood as dam fills with rain water. Has Hormuz blockade had any effect on the markets. Oakland County testing out surveillance drones 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.

Apr 14, 202647 minEp. 9511

Oakland County Conducting 9 Month Trial of Flock Surveillance Drones

April 14, 2026 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard discusses the new surveillance drones Oakland County will be experimenting with. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 14, 202611 minEp. 9510

Anthony Forlini Gets Republican Nomination for Secretary of State

April 14, 2026 ~ Anthony Forlini, Macomb County Clerk discusses his nomination for Secretary of State for the Republicans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 14, 20268 minEp. 9509
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