Focus with Paul W. Smith

July 7, 2026 ~ Democrats call for Platner to drop out of the race. Team USA knocked out of the World Cup. Preliminary hearing begins in Charlie Kirk murder trial. President Trump heads to NATO summit. Kevin Guskiewicz to remain as President of MSU 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.

July 7, 2026 ~ Brianna Scott, Chair MSU Board of Trustees on Kevin Guskiewicz decided to remain at MSU. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 7, 2026 ~ Peter Meijer, former congressman and army veteran looks ahead to this week's NATO summit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 7, 2026 ~ Jeff Monosso, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses the first day of hearings in Charlie Kirk murder case. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 7, 2026 ~ Anthony Bellino, Co-host of SportsWrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino, weeknights at 6 on WJR recaps last night's US loss to Belgium in the World Cup. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 7, 2026 ~ Jason Roe, Principal of Roe Strategic discusses Speaker Johnson calling on Congress to restrict birthright citizenship and democrats calling for Graham Platner to drop out of senate race after new sexual assault allegations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 6, 2026 ~ Mallory McMorrow drops out of senate race. State legislature passes budget. Folarin Balogun will play for team USA tonight. Latest on the shooting at Fairlane 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.

July 6, 2026 ~ Todd Flood, Managing Partner of Flood Law PLLC, Host of "Behind the Bench" with Todd Flood on WJR discusses the Airforce investigating officer who called for Trump to be impeached. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 6, 2026 ~ Mike Shaw Retired Lt. With the Michigan State Police discusses the deadly shooting at Fairlane Town Center over the weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 6, 2026 ~ Tonya J Powers, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses Folarin Balogun having his red card suspended after President Trump intervenes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 6, 2026 ~ Dennis Darnoi, Founder of Densar Consulting discusses the America 250 celebrations over the weekend and the newly passed state budget. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 6, 2026 ~ Craig Mauger, State Politics Reporter discusses Mallory McMorrow dropping out of the senate race ahead of debate week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 2, 2026 ~ US exiting USMCA. Is the state legislature close to a budget? US wins first match of knock out round. Gastrointestinal parasite affecting hundreds and growing. Jocelyn Benson on the SCOTUS mail in ballot ruling 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.

July 2, 2026 ~ Jocelyn Benson, Secretary of State, Democrat Gubernatorial candidate launches "Cost Down, Wages Up" tour and reacts to the Supreme Court mail in voting decision. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 2, 2026 ~ Kristen Jordan Shamus, Health Reporter for the Detroit Free Press discusses the new gastrointestinal parasite affecting southeastern Michigan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 2, 2026 ~ Nick Lundberg, WJR Digital Sports Reporter discusses the US's big win 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.

July 2, 2026 ~ State Senator Jim Runestad 23rd District, Chairman of the Michigan GOP discusses the latest on a state budget a day passed the deadline. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 2, 2026 ~ Tim Walberg, Congressman R-5th District discusses the US exiting the USMCA and his thoughts on the Iran talks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 1, 2026 ~ Paul W. celebrates 30 years as full time host at WJR. No state budget yet. Trump has made $2 billion since returning to office. US and Iran hold talks through mediators. President Trump calls on Congress to overturn birthright citizenship. Oakland county launches operation dry water 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.

July 1, 2026 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard discusses operation dry water with 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.

July 1, 2026 ~ Debbie Dingell D-Ann Arbor, U.S. Congresswoman of Michigan’s 6th District discusses President Trump calling on congress to end birthright citizenship after SCOTUS upholds it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 1, 2026 ~ Doron Levin, Freelance Journalist, born in Israel, served in Israeli military discusses the latest talks between the US and Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 1, 2026 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News on Trump's financials during his new term in office and what's the latest on a state budget? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 1, 2026 ~ Paul W. Smith took over the reigns of WJR's morning show exactly 30 years ago today, here are some memorable moments from that day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 30, 2026 ~ Latest on the Supreme Court. Lions release Terrion Arnold. Dusty May talks about leaving Michigan. John James picks up some big endorsements 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.

June 30, 2026 ~ John James, Congressman R-10th District, Gubernatorial Candidate has picked up a number of endorsements. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 30, 2026 ~ Dr. Sol Cogan, Owner and Clinic Director at the Nerve and Disc Institute discusses the launch of the Nerve and Disc Laser Institute. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 30, 2026 ~ Anthony Bellino, co-host of SportsWrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino discusses the Lions releasing Terrion Arnold and Dusty May speaks out about leaving Michigan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 30, 2026 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses a number of decisions made by the Supreme Court. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 30, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses Governor Whitmer sending 160 national guard troops to Washington DC. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 29, 2026 ~ Iran and US agree to stop exchanging fire until this week's peace talks. Pete Buttigieg swatted. Officer involved shooting at local Meijer. Looking ahead to 4th of July travel. Flint couple charged in death of 7 year old 255 lb child. Temperatures to break 100 this week 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.

June 29, 2026 ~ Meteorologist Scott Lawrimore, General Manager of the Weather Channel discusses the coming heat this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 29, 2026 ~ Genesee County Prosecutor discusses two parents charged in the death of their 255 pound 7 year old son. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 29, 2026 ~ Austin Gullett, Former Navy Intelligence Officer looks ahead to this week's peace talks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 29, 2026 ~ Tonya J. Powers, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor looks ahead at 4th of July holiday travel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 29, 2026 ~ Steve Dolunt Retired Detroit Police Chief discusses Pete Buttigieg being victim of a swatting attack and an officer involved shooting at the Southgate Meijer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 26, 2026 ~ Trump and Speaker Johnson meet about stalled bills. SCOTUS hands Trump 2 major victories. Report says Michigan needs new data center policies. America looks ahead to knock out run in World Cup 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.

June 26, 2026 ~ Dave Riger reviews Supergirl and The American Experiment on Netflix. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 26, 2026 ~ Roger Faulkner, Board Member and Committee member at United States Soccer Foundation, author of “You Can't Get There from Here: My Soccer Journey from Derby to Detroit” looks ahead to the World Cup knockout rounds for the US Men's team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 26, 2026 ~ Brent Yax CEO, Awecomm Technologies discusses a report that says Michigan needs new data center policies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 26, 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 discusses Trump and Johnson's meeting about stalled bills and their endorsements for the Gubernatorial primary. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 25, 2026 ~ Chris Alberta 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.

June 25, 2026 ~ Anthony Bellino, co-host of SportsWrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino discusses possible criminal charges for Terrion Arnold. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 25, 2026 ~ Jason Roe, Principal at Roe Strategic discusses the battle for the 7th district. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 24, 2026 ~ Mamdani backed candidates have big primary night. SCOTUS sides with Trump on green cards while senate sides against him on war powers. Framework for a state budget reached. Note saying Nancy Guthrie has died kept secret for months 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.

June 24, 2026 ~ Andy Arena, Director of the Detroit Crime Commission, Former Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Detroit office discusses why a ransom note claiming Nancy Guthrie had died was kept secret for so long. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 24, 2026 ~ Ron Robinson, State Rep R-Utica, former Anchor and Reporter at WJR on the tentative budget reached for 2027. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 24, 2026 ~ Doron Levin, Freelance Journalist, born in Israel, served in Israeli military discusses the Senate vote to limit Trump's war powers in Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 24, 2026 ~ Michael Bullotta, of Bullotta Law, Former Federal Prosecutor discusses the SCOTUS siding with the Trump administration on Green Cards. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 24, 2026 ~ Tonya J Powers, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor talks about Mamdani backed candidates' big night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.