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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October 23, 2025 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW
October 23, 2025 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Operation Ghost Rider
October 23, 2025 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard talks with Paul W. about Operation Ghost Rider being put into play in Oakland County to hel...
New Statewide Poll from the Detroit Regional Chamber
October 23, 2025 ~ Detroit Regional Chamber President and CEO Sandy Baruah chats with Paul W. about the results of their new poll about the economy, T...
Ralph C. Wilson Centennial Park Opens
October 23, 2025 ~ Detroit Riverfront Conservancy Board Chair Matt Cullen talks with Paul W. about the Ralph C. Wilson Centennial Park opening on Oct...
Day 23 of the Government Shutdown
October 23, 2025 ~ Michigan's 6th District Congresswomen Debbie Dingell updates Paul W . on the government shutdown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...
Ralph C. Wilson Centennial Park Opening Day Set for Oct. 25
Oct. 23, 2025 ~ Matt Cullen, Detroit Riverfront Conservancy board chair, joins Paul W. Smith to discuss the opening of Ralph C. Wilson Centennial Park...
Focus with Paul W Smith ~ October 22, 2025 ~ Full Show
October 22, 2025 ~ President Trump asks DOJ for $230 million as reparation for past investigations. Trump's meeting with Putin is off. No more tobacco...
JT Mestdagh on Warrior Run and Evening of Gratitude
October 22, 2025 ~ JT Mestdagh, Author, Speaker, Founder of JT Mestdagh foundation checks in with Paul. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...
City Council Bans Tobacco at Sporting Venues and Sheffield Out to a Huge Lead
October 22, 2025 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the new ban on smokeless tobacco at Detroit sports venues and...
Grand Traverse Pie Company Unveil Pure Michigan Maple Glazed Apple Pie
October 22, 2025 ~ Mike Busley, President at Grand Traverse Pie Company discusses their brand new collaboration with Pure Michigan. Hosted by Simpleca...
Mike Rogers on Cancelled Putin Meeting, Education and Manufacturing and ICE Operations
October 22, 2025 ~ Mike Rogers, Veteran, Former FBI Agent, Former Chairman of the US Intelligence Committee now running for Senate as a Republican giv...
President Trump Asks DOJ for $230 Million
October 22, 2025 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News talks about Donald Trump asking the Department of Justice for $230...
Focus with Paul W Smith ~ October 21, 2025 ~ Full Show
October 21, 2025 ~ John James on the gubernatorial race, shutdown and national guard. JD Vance trying to help the Israel deal. Mitch Albom talks about...
Man Who Planned Mass Shooting at Atlanta Airport Arrested
October 21, 2025 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the arrest of a man who was planning to shoot up the Atlanta...
Lions Beat Bucs 24-9 on Monday Night
October 21, 2025 ~ Lomas Brown, Detroit Lions Legend, co-host of "SportsWrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino" weeknights from 6-7 on WJR color an...
Mitch Albom on His New Book "Twice"
October 21, 2025 ~ Mitch Albom, best selling author, host of "Albom in the Afternoon" 4-6 on WJR discusses his newest book "Twice." Hosted by Simpleca...
JD Vance is in Israel
October 21, 2025 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News correspondent and WJR contributor discusses JD Vance's trip to Israel to bolster the peace deal. Hosted by...
Congressman John James Leading in Some Polls, Discusses Shutdown and National Guard
October 21, 2025 ~ Congressman John James R-10th District, Gubernatorial Candidate discusses some Daily Caller polling showing him leading the race fo...
Focus with Paul W Smtih ~ October 20, 2025 ~ Full Show
October 20, 2025 ~ Rocky Raczkowski fills in for Paul W Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Adam Miller, Grassroots Engagement Director for Concerned Veterans of America
October 20, 2025 ~ Adam Miller, Grassroots Engagement Director for Concerned Veterans of America talks to Rocky Raczkowski. Hosted by Simplecast, an A...
Congressman Lisa McClain on No Kings and The Shutdown
October 20, 2025 ~ Congresswoman Lisa Mclain talks to Rocky Raczkowski about the shutdown and No Kings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...
Marquise White Director of Enigmaw Studios
October 20, 2025 ~ Marquise White Director of Enigmaw Studios talks about his new film on Detroit's famous buildings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...
New Digital Watch Helps Keep Eye on Health, Lower Costs
October 20, 2025 ~ Bryan Sowards, CEO of Digital Health Technologies LLC discusses their healthcare watch. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. S...
Latest Between Israel and Hamas
October 20, 2025 ~ Jonathan Savage, Fox News Correspondent and WJR contributor discusses the latest in the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Hosted...
Focus with Paul W Smith ~ October 17, 2025 ~ Full Show
October 17, 2025 ~ Paul W Smith broadcasts live from the ribbon cutting of the brand new culinary institute at Oakland Community College. Hosted by Si...
Riger Reviews Good Fortune and Mr. Scorsese
October 17, 2025 ~ Riger Reviews Good Fortune and Mr. Scorsese Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Chef Norm Valenti, Oakland Community College Alum, Owner of Bar Pigalle
October 17, 2025 ~ Chef Norm Valenti, Oakland Community College Alum, Owner of Bar Pigalle joins Paul live at Oakland Community College. Hosted by Sim...
Eunice Jeffries OCC Executive Director Government and Community Relations
October 17, 2025 ~ Eunice Jeffries OCC Executive Director Government and Community Relations talks to Paul W Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz c...
Peter Provenzano Jr. Chancellor of Oakland Comunity College
October 17, 2025 ~ Peter Provenzano Jr. Chancellor of Oakland Community College joins Paul W Smith live. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...
Chef Julie Selonke, Chef Instructor and Program Coordinator, Culinary Studides Institute at OCC
October 17, 2025 ~ Chef Julie Selonke, Chef Instructor and Program Coordinator, Culinary Studies Institute at OCC joins Paul W Smith. Hosted by Simple...
Bolton Indicted and More Progress on Russia and Ukraine?
October 17, 2025 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News and co-author of "The Civility Book A Guide to Building Bridges Across the...
Focus with Paul W Smith ~ October 16, 2025 ~ Full Show
October 16, 2025 ~ Michigan State President Kevin Guskiewicz and Athletic Director J Batt fill in for Paul W Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz c...
Tony Petitti, Big Ten Commissioner
October 16, 2025 ~ Tony Petitti, Big Ten Commissioner joins Kevin Guskiewicz and J Batt in for Paul W Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....
Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of Detroit Regional Chamber
October 16, 2025 ~ Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of Detroit Regional Chamber joins Kevin Guskiewicz and J Batt in for Paul W Smith. Hosted by Simple...
Kristen Kelsay, MSU Volleyball Coach
October 16, 2025 ~ Kristen Kelsay, MSU Volleyball Coach joins Kevin Guskiewicz and J Batt in for Paul W Smith.
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Bob Riney, CEO Henry Ford Health
October 16, 2025~ Bob Riney, CEO of Henry Ford Health joins Kevin Guskiewicz and J Batt in for Paul W Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....
Jordan Hall MSU Football Captain
October 16, 2025 ~ Jordan Hall MSU Football Captain joins Kevin Guskiewicz and J Batt in for Paul W Smith.
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MSU Basketball Coach Tom Izzo
October 16, 2025 ~ Legendary MSU Basketball Coach Tom Izzo joins Kevin Guskiewicz and J Batt in for Paul W Smith.
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Matt Elliott, Chair of the Green and White Council
October 16, 2025 ~ Matt Elliott, Chair of the Green and White Council joins Kevin Guskiewicz and J Batt in for Paul W Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an...
Mike Disner, Detroit Lions COO
October 16, 2025 ~ Mike Disner Detroit Lions COO joins Kevin Guskiewicz and J Batt in for Paul W Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. Se...