Focus with Paul W. Smith
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Focus with Paul W. Smith
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...
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Focus with Paul W Smith ~ February 4, 2026 ~ Full Show
February 4, 2026 ~ House votes to end shutdown. President Trump suggest nationalizing elections. House cancels contempt vote against the Clintons. Lat...
US Shoots Down Iranian Drones
February 4, 2026 ~ Doron Levin, Freelance Journalist discusses the latest between Israel and Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See http...
City Council President James Tate
February 4, 2026 ~ Newly appointed City Council President James Tate checks in with Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See http...
Latest on Search for Nancy Guthrie and Federal Agents to Wear Body Cameras
February 4, 2026 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard on search for Nancy Guthrie and federal agents wearing body cameras per Kristi Noem. Hoste...
House Cancels Contempt Vote After Clintons Agree to Testify on Epstein
February 4, 2026 ~ Todd Flood, Managing Partner of Flood Law PLLC, Host of "Behind The Bench" with Todd Flood on WJR discusses the Clintons agreeing t...
House Votes to End Shutdown. President Trump Suggests Nationalizing Elections
February 4, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses the House voting to end the shutdown and President Trump...
February 3, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW
February 3, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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He has Been to Every Super Bowl
February 3, 2026 ~ Businessman Greg Eaton talks with Paul W about how he has been to every Super Bowl. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See h...
Marketing and the Big Game
February 3, 2026 ~ Tanner Friedman Co-Founder Matt Friedman chats with Paul W about how local companies are using marketing during the big game to pro...
The State of Oakland County
February 3, 2026 ~Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter joins Paul W talk about what he presented at least week's Detroit Policy Conference about Oakl...
February 2, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW
February 2, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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A Rivalry Renewed
February 2, 2026 ~ Sports Wrap Co-Host Anthony Bellino recaps the Michigan/Michigan State game from Friday night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...
A Column on Dana Nessel
February 2, 2026 ~ Detroit News Editorial Page Editor Nolan Finley chats with Paul W about his current column on Dana Nessel. Hosted by Simplecast, an...
The Continuing Problems in Minnesota
February 2, 2026 ~ Former Detroit police Chief Ike McKinnon joins Paul W to talk about his Op Ed column in the Detroit Free Press about the continuing...
Focus with Paul W Smith ~ January 30, 2026 ~ Full Show
January 30, 2026 ~ Senate funding deal stalls. Trump and Homan give conflicting answers on ICE drawdown. Washtenaw County Sheriff admits to posting in...
Riger Reviews Send Help and Miracle The Boys of 80
January 30, 2026 ~ Dave Riger of Riger Reviews It discusses "Send Help" and "Miracle The Boys of 80" on Netflix. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...
Antonio Filoso, CEO of Stellantis
January 30, 2026 ~ Antonio Filosa, CEO of Stellantis checks in with Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz....
President Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair
January 30, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses President Trump nominating Kevin Warsh for fed chair. Hosted...
President Trump Suing IRS and Treasury Department
January 30, 2026 ~ Todd Flood, managing partner of Flood Law, PLLC Host of “Behind the Bench” with Todd Flood on WJR discusses Donald Trump suing IRS...
Trump and Homan Give Conflicting Answers on ICE Withdraw
January 30, 2026 ~ Steve Dolunt, Retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief talks about Donald Trump and Tom Homan giving different answers on ICE drawdow...
Senate Funding Deal Hits Snag
January 30, 2026 ~ Jason Roe, Principal of Roe Strategic discusses the latest on a funding deal with the shutdown deadline looming. Hosted by Simplec...
Basketball and Business with Isiah Thomas
Jan. 29, 2026 ~ Jeff Caponigro catches up with Detroit Pistons' legend Isiah Thomas about Detroit's recent basketball success and more! Hosted by Simp...
A Unique Jewelry Company
January 29, 2026 ~ Rebel Nell Co-Founder and CEO Amy Peterson talks with Jeff Caponigro about how the company creates unique jewelry from repurposed g...
The Automotive Business in Detroit
January 29, 2026 ~ Bridgewater Interiors President & CEO Ron Hall speaks with Jeff Caponigro about the automotive industry in the city of Detroit. Hos...
The Importance of Youth Sports
January 29, 2026 ~ Police Athletic League CEO Fred Hunter joins Jeff Caponigro to talk about the importance of youth sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an...
Key Issues for Michigan in 2026
January 29, 2026 ~ Detroit Free Press Editorial Page Editor Nancy Kaffer speaks with Jeff Caponigro about the key issues for Michigan in 2026. Hosted...
Kicking it Around with Detroit FC
January 29, 2026 ~ Detroit Football Club CEO Sean Mann chats with Jeff Caponigro about the team's new stadium and the buzz around town. Hosted by Simp...
Macomb with Everybody
January 29, 2026 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel talks with Jeff Caponigro about all the great things happening in Macomb County. Hosted by Simp...
An Overview of the Detroit Policy Conference
January 29, 2026 ~ Detroit Regional Chamber COO and Chief Strategy Officer Megan Spanitz joins Jeff Caponigro to give an overview of The Detroit Polic...
January 28, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW
January 28, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Buying a Car is a Great Experience
January 28, 2026 ~ Roy O'Brien General Manager Sean O'Brien talks with Paul W about a current survey that states that the dealership experience when b...
It is Tax Time
January 28, 2026 ~ Detroit Free Press Personal Finance Columnist Susan Tompor talks with Paul W about her column about preparing your tax returns. Hos...
A Long Cold Spell
January 28, 2026 ~ Weather Channel Radio Network General Manager Scott Lawrimore chats with Paul W about this continuing cold weather that has blanket...
Focus With Paul W. Smith ~ January 27, 2026 ~ Full Show
January 27, 2026 ~ Border Czar Tom Homan takes over in Minnesota. US moves aircraft carrier into the Mideast. Remains of last Israeli hostage released...
Seven Dead One Injured in Maine Plane Crash
January 27, 2026 ~ David Shepardson with Reuters discusses the private plane crash in Maine that killed 7, injured one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsW...
DOJ Investigating Ilhan Omar's Finances
January 27, 2026 ~ Michael Bullotta of Bullotta Law, Federal Criminal Defense Attorney and Former Federal Prosecutor discusses the DOJ's investigation...
Congressman Barrett's Blueprint for a Better America and His Thoughts on Minnesota
January 27, 2026 ~ Tom Barrett, Congressman R-7th District discusses his Blue Print for a Better America and weighs in on Minnesota. Hosted by Simple...
US Moves Carrier Into Mideast Remains of Final Israeli Hostage Returned
January 27, 2026 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Ret. Lt. Colonel in the US Army discusses the US moving an aircraft carrier into the Mideast and the last remaini...
Changes Made in Minnesota
January 27, 2026 ~ Congresswoman Debbie Dingell discusses Tom Homan taking the lead in Minnesota. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https:...
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ January 26, 2026 ~ Full Show
January 26, 2026 ~ Border agents shoot another person in Minneapolis. Super Bowl match up is set. Ford named most iconic company in American history....