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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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Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ May 1, 2026 ~ FULL SHOW

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ May 1, 2026 ~ FULL SHOW Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 01, 20261 hr 4 minEp. 9593

Grace Centers of Hope CEO Darin Weiss Shares Mission of Faith-Based Recovery and Hope

May 1, 2026 ~ Darin Weiss, CEO and Board Chairman of Grace Centers of Hope, shares the mission behind one of Southeast Michigan’s largest faith-based, long-term life skills programs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 01, 20267 minEp. 9598

The Lingenfelter Collection

May 1, 2026 ~ Ken Lingenfelter joins Paul W. to talk about The Charity Spring Open House taking place this Saturday, May 2nd with proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 01, 20267 minEp. 9596

$5 A Gallon Gas for Michigan

May 1, 2026 ~ Patrick De Haan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at Gas Buddy joins Paul W. to talk about Michigan getting walloped with $5 a gallon gas as prices climb fast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 01, 20267 minEp. 9594

Marie Osborne Highlights POW/MIA Family Update for Detroit-Area Families

May 1, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR Director of Community Affairs and News, discusses an important event taking place this Saturday as the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency hosts a Family Member Update for nearly 500 families in Detroit and surrounding areas Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 01, 20267 minEp. 9597

April 30, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW

April 30, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 30, 20261 hr 7 minEp. 9592

The History of PNC Bank

April 30, 2026 ~ PNC Bank Regional President/Detroit & Southeast Michigan Michael Bickers talks with Paul about his more than 30 years of financial experience. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 30, 20266 minEp. 9591

Community Impact Through Technology

April 30, 2026 ~ Accenture Michigan Office Managing Director Shatica McDonald chats with Paul W about how technology impacts the community. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 30, 20269 minEp. 9590

Pistons Game 5 Recap

April 30, 2026 ~ WJR Digital Sports Reporter Nick Lundberg breaks down Game 5 of the Pistons/Magic series 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 30, 20269 minEp. 9589

Mental and Emotional Well Being

April 30, 2026 ~ Keynote Speaker & Author Mark Ostach talks with Paul W about his new book The Gift of Connection and the importance of mental and emotional well-being. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 30, 20269 minEp. 9588

The United States Economy

April 30, 2026 ~ PNC Financial Services Group Senior Vice President & Chief Economist Gus Faucher and S & P Global Mobility Executive Director of Automotive Analysis Mike Wall join Paul W to talk about the current US Economy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 30, 202610 minEp. 9587

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 29, 2026 ~ Full Show

April 29, 2026 ~ Recap of King Charles's speech to congress. Constitutional Convention will be on the ballot this year. James Comey indicted again. FCC vs ABC over Kimmel. Latest in Iran. New polling in Gubernatorial and Senate race 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 29, 20261 hr 1 minEp. 9581

New Polling Shows Stevens and James Ahead

April 29, 2026 ~ Richard Czuba, Founder Glengariff group discusses latest polling for Governor and Senate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 29, 20265 minEp. 9586

Latest in Iran and the Strait of Hormuz

April 29, 2026 ~ Austin Gullett, former Navy Intelligence Officer discusses the latest in Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 29, 20268 minEp. 9585

Comey Indicted Again, FCC Going After ABC

April 29, 2026 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses James Comey's latest indictment and the FCC going after ABC for Kimmel widow joke. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 29, 20266 minEp. 9584

State Constitution Convention Will be on Ballot This Year

April 29, 2026 ~ Eric Lupher, President of the Citizens Research Council of Michigan discusses the possibility of a constitutional convention that will be on the ballot this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 29, 20267 minEp. 9583

Congressman Tim Walberg on King Charles's Address to Congress

April 29, 2026 ~ Tim Walberg, Congressman R-5th District recap's King Charles's speech in front of Congress. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 29, 202610 minEp. 9582

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 28, 2026 ~ Full Show

April 28, 2026 ~ President Trump calling for Jimmy Kimmel to be fired. Operation Ghost Rider is underway. Ryan Ermanni is in Washington DC for the royal visit. Mike Cox checks in from the campaign trail. A number of Michigan schools using facial recognition 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 28, 20261 hr 2 minEp. 9580

Schools Using Face Recognition Technology for Security

April 28, 2026 ~ Dr. Robert Livernois, Retired Superintendent of Warren Consolidated Schools, host of “School Talks” and “Hidden in Plain Sight” on WJR discusses a number of Michigan schools using facial recognition technology for security. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 28, 20265 minEp. 9579

Former AG Mike Cox Running for Governor

April 28, 2026 ~ Mike Cox, Founder of Mike Cox Law Firm, former Michigan Attorney General now running for Governor as a Republican checks in from the campaign trail. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 28, 20268 minEp. 9578

Ryan Ermanni Checks in from DC for Royal Visit

April 28, 2026 ~ Ryan Ermanni, host of "JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni" calls in from Washington DC during the royal visit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 28, 20266 minEp. 9577

Operation Ghost Rider and New PIO for the Michigan State Police

April 28, 2026 ~ Lt. Mike Shaw, Michigan State Police and Lt. Ty Howard discuss operation ghost rider and Lt. Ty Howard taking over for Lt. Shaw when he retires in May. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 28, 20269 minEp. 9576

Latest on WHCD Suspect and War of Words Between Kimmel and the Trumps

April 28, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses the latest on the attempted WHCD shooting and another public feud between Jimmy Kimmel and the Trumps. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 28, 20269 minEp. 9575

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 27, 2026 ~ Full Show

April 27, 2026 ~ Attempted shooting at White House Correspondents' dinner thwarted. Prince Charles visits America. Pistons in a must win. Latest in Iranian negotiations 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 27, 20261 hr 12 minEp. 9568

John James on WHCA Shooting Attempt, Selfridge and His Campaign

April 27, 2026 ~ Congressman John James R-10th district, gubernatorial candidate discusses attempted shooting at White House Correspondents' dinner, Selfridge funding and 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.

Apr 27, 20269 minEp. 9574

Latest in Negotiations with Iran

April 27, 2026 ~ Doron Levin, Freelance Journalist, born in Israel discusses the latest in negotiations with Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 27, 20267 minEp. 9573

Pistons Down 2-1, How Did Lions Do in the Draft?

April 27, 2026 ~ Nick Lundberg, WJR Digital Sports Reporter, recaps the Lions draft and looks ahead to tonight's Pistons game 4 against the Magic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 27, 20269 minEp. 9572

King Charles Comes to Washington

April 27, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News sets us up for King Charles's visit to Washington. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 27, 20268 minEp. 9571

Suspected WHCA Shooter to Appear in Court

April 27, 2026 ~ Michael Bullotta of Bullotta Law, Federal Criminal Defense Attorney, Former Federal Prosecutor discusses charges attempted WHCA shooter may be facing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 27, 20269 minEp. 9570
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