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Focus with Paul W. Smith
by Cumulus Media Detroit
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.
Episodes
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Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ October 22, 2026 ~ Full Show
October 22, 2026 ~ Rogers vs. El-Sayed round two. Ohio governor race getting ugly. Good news for Pope Leo. Michigan man back in the US after spending four years in Russian prison and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information...
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TP Nykoriak, Republican Candidate for Congress 13th District
October 22, 2026 ~ TP Nykoriak, Republican Candidate for Congress 13th 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.
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Retired Michigan Teacher Freed From Russian Prison
October 22, 2026 ~ Peter Meijer, former congressman and army veteran. Stephen Hubbard, retired teacher from Michigan who was freed from Russian prison has arrived back in the united states. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection...
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Riger Reviews It ~ Clown Panic and Phony Both on Hulu
October 22, 2026 ~ Dave Riger, Riger Reviews It. Reviewing “Clown Panic” and “Phony” both on Hulu. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Pope Leo Needs no Further Cancer Treatment
October 22, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News discusses good health news for Pope Leo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Vivek Ramaswamy Doubles Down on Ad Featuring Opponent's Estranged Mother
October 22, 2026 ~ Dennis Darnoi, Founder of Densar Consulting discusses Vivek Ramaswamy attack ad causing nationwide controversy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Rogers vs. El Sayed Round Two
Aaron Kall, Director of Debate at University of Michigan discusses last night’s debate between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ October 21, 2026 ~ Full Show
October 21, 2026 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor of the Detroit News fills in for Paul W. Smith talking all things election. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jack Brady, New Columnist for the Detroit News
October 21, 2026 ~ Jack Brady, newest columnist for the Detroit News joins Nolan Finley 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.
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Turmoil Among MSU Trustees
October 21, 2026 ~ Mike Balow, Member of MSU Board of Trustees discusses turmoil within the ranks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Which Way is the Black Vote Going?
October 21, 2026 ~ Bankole Thompson, founder and Chairman of the Pulse Institute, columnist for the Detroit News discusses issues black voters care about most. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...
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Former Chair of Michigan Democrats on Leave it Blank
October 21, 2026 ~ Lon Johnson, Former Chair of the Michigan Democratic Party on the leave it blank campaign. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Kaitlyn Buss on Where We Stand with the Election
October 21, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Director for the Detroit News discusses the latest on the midterms with Nolan Finley 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...
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Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ October 20, 2026 ~ Full Show
October 20, 2026 ~ October 20, 2026 ~ Paul W. Smith is live from the Masonic Temple for the Detroit Economic Club's conversation with Senatorial Candidates Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection…
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Abdul El-Sayed Democrat Candidate for Senate
October 20, 2026 ~ Abdul El-Sayed, Democrat Senate Candidate joins Paul W. Smith live from the Detroit Economic Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jason Roe on Today's DEC Event and Home Stretch to Election Day
October 20, 2026 ~ Jason Roe, Principal of Roe Strategic joins Paul live from the Detroit Economic Club to recap today's event and look ahead at the final two weeks until election day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and…
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Rick Hampson, Metro Detroit Market President at Old National Bank
October 20, 2026 ~ Rick Hampson, Metro Detroit Market President at Old National Bank joins Paul live from The Detroit Economic Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Dan Gilbert Makes $1 Billion Gift for Ren Cen Development
October 20, 2026 ~ Eric Larson CEO Downtown Detroit Partnership. Dan Gilbert gives $1 billion for renaissance center redevelopment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Witkoff in Oslo and Lawmakers Sent Envelopes with Mysterious Substance
October 20, 2026 ~ Debbie Dingell U.S. Congresswoman of Michigan’s D-6th District. Witkoff in Oslo for European peace talks. Was briefed on envelopes with strange white powder sent to elected officials Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our...
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Mike Rogers, Republican Senate Candidate
October 20, 2026 ~ Mike Rogers, Republican Senate Candidate joins Paul W. Smith live from the Detroit Economic Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Alberta Votes to Stay Part of Canada
October 20, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News. Alberta votes to remain part of Canada. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ October 19, 2026 ~ Full Show
October 19, 2026 ~ Riots in France escalate. 2 dead, 11 injured after woman drives truck through youth soccer game. Fire at Canadian military base kills 4, injures 39. President Trump eases sanctions against Russia. Michigan wins with Tommy Carr and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by...
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Michigan Wins with Tommy Carr, College Football Playoff to Expand
October 19, 2026 ~ Nick Lundberg, WJR Digital Sports Reporter. Michigan beats Penn State 21-18 after replacing Bryce Underwood with Tommy Carr at half time. College football playoff to expand to 24 teams Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about…
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President Trump Eases Sanctions on Russia
October 19, 2026 ~ Austin Gullett, former Naval Intelligence Officer. President Trump eases sanctions against Russia. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Fire at Canadian Military Base Kills 4 Injures 39
October 19, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News. Fire at Canadian military base kills 4, injures 39. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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2 Dead, 11 Injured When Woman Drives Through Youth Soccer Game
October 19, 2026 ~ Steve Dolunt, Retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief. 2 dead, 11 injured after woman drives truck through youth soccer game in Kansas Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...
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Riots in France Escalate, Dems Urging Leave it Blank Campaign Against El-Sayed
October 19, 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, will be hosting Focus on Wednesday. More riots break out in France and…
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Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ October 16, 2026 ~ Full Show
October 16, 2026 ~ Recapping last night's gubernatorial debate. Big name Republicans and Democrats descend on the state. October is breast cancer awareness month. 3 students 1 teacher killed in elementary school shooting and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company.…
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Looking Ahead to Paul W. Smith and Dr. Sol Cogan's In the Board Room Event
October 16, 2026 ~ Dr. Sol Cogan, Owner and Clinic Director at The Nerve and Disc Institute looking ahead to Wednesday’s in the board room event. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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3 Students 1 Teacher Killed in Oregon Elementary School Shooting
October 16, 2026 ~ Mike Bouchard, Oakland County Sheriff. 3 students, 1 teacher killed by teenage gunman in Oregon elementary school shooting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Riger Reviews Whalefall and Crystal Lake
October 16, 2026 ~ Dave Riger of Riger Reviews It is reviewing Whalefall in theaters and Crystal Lake on Peacock. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Heart Disease Is a Leading Cause of Death Among Breast Cancer Survivors
October 16, 2026 ~ Tom M. Rifai MD, FACP, DipABLM, Medical Director of Metabolic Health & Weight Management for CoreMed Plus and CEO of Reality Meets Science. October is breast cancer awareness month. Heart disease is a leading cause of death among breast cancer survivors. Hosted by Simplecast…
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Big Name Republicans and Democrats in Michigan
October 16, 2026 ~ Jessica Rosenthal, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor. JD Vance and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez were both in Michigan yesterday. Vance in Monroe, AOC in the Upper Peninsula campaigning with Abdul El-Sayed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
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Recap of Last Night's Gubernatorial Debate
October 16, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for The Detroit News discusses last night’s gubernatorial debate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ October 15, 2026 ~ Full Show
October 15, 2026 ~ JD Vance visiting Michigan. Preview of tonight's gubernatorial debate. Ukraine attacks Russia's oil infrastructure. OpenAI employee arrested for bugging conference room was working with Saudis. Inflation up, so are social security payments. We talk to the new president of Wayne...
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Inflation Up, Social Security COLA Increases
October 15, 2026 ~ Patrick Anderson, Principle and CEO of Anderson Economic Group. Inflation was up in September. Social Security Administration announces 3.6% COLA increase. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...
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Richard Bierschbach, President of Wayne State University
October 15, 2026 ~ Richard Bierschbach, President of Wayne State University, officially installed as WSU’s 14th President yesterday Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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OpenAI Employee Arrested for Bugging Meeting Room Working with Saudi Arabia
October 15, 2026 ~ Daniel Roberts, Former Special Agent in Charge of the Detroit FBI, retired Police Chief for Franklin and Bingham Farms. OpenAI employee who was arrested for bugging executive conference room was advising the Saudis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...
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JD Vance in Michigan and Preview of Tonight's Debate
October 15, 2026 ~ Dennis Darnoi, Founder of Densar Consulting. JD Vance visiting Michigan today. Preview of tonight’s gubernatorial debate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Ukraine Bombs Russian Oil Infrastructure
October 15, 2026 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Retired Lt. Colonel for the US Army. Ukraine attacks Russian infrastructure, accuses Elon Musk of throttling internet. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...
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Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ October 14, 2026 ~ Full Show
October 14, 2026 ~ Paul W. Smith and Mark Hollis broadcast live from the Detroit Economic Club for the Final Four Tip Off. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Dan Gavitt NCAA Senior VP, Men’s Basketball, Mike Hill NCAA VP, Men’s Basketball and Dave Beachnau CEO, Detroit Local Organizing Committee
October 14, 2026 ~ Dan Gavitt NCAA Senior VP, Men’s Basketball, Mike Hill NCAA VP, Men’s Basketball and Dave Beachnau CEO, Detroit Local Organizing Committee joins Paul W. Smith and Mark Hollis live from the Detroit Economic Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...
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Brad Galli, Host and Executive Producer of the Brad Galli Show on Youtube and Facebook
October 14, 2026 ~ Brad Galli, Host and Executive Producer of the Brad Galli Show on Youtube and Facebook, 3 time Michigan Sportscaster of the year joins Paul W. Smith and Mark Hollis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and…
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Kevin Guskiewicz, MSU President
October 14, 2026 ~ Kevin Guskiewicz, MSU President joins Paul W. Smith and Mark Hollis live from the Detroit Economic Club Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Tom Izzo, Michigan State Men’s Basketball Coach
October 14, 2026 ~ Tom Izzo, Michigan State Men’s Basketball Coach joins Paul W. Smith and Mark Hollis live from the Detroit Economic Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer after surgery
October 14, 2026 ~ Dr. Fawzi Abu Rous Lung Cancer Specialist and Director of Thoracic Medical Oncology at Henry Ford Health, Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer after surgery. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...
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Governor Whitmer signs executive order allowing the use of dyed diesel
October 14, 2026 ~ Patrick DeHaan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at Gas Buddy, Governor Whitmer signs executive order allowing the use of dyed diesel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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What Kind of Legal Trouble is Six Flags In?
October 14, 2026 ~ Todd Flood, managing partner of Flood Law, PLLC Host of “Behind the Bench” with Todd Flood on WJR legal trouble mounting for six flags after death and accusations of traumatic brain injuries. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information...
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Ryan Goldberg, President and CEO of DFCU Financial
October 14, 2026 ~ Ryan Goldberg, President and CEO of DFCU Financial joins Paul W. Smith and Mark Hollis live from the Detroit Economic Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ October 13, 2026 ~ Full Show
October 13, 2026 ~ JD Vance coming to Michigan. El-Sayed vs Rogers latest numbers. Latest on Russia Ukraine "ceasefire." Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's house raided. Saudi airport attacked by Houthis and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
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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