Focus with Paul W. Smith

July 28, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News discusses Michigan's role in the Underground Railroad. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 28, 2026 ~ Michael Bouchard, Captain in the National Guard, Republican Congressional Candidate for the 10th district, endorsed by President Trump discusses speaking on stage at President Trump's visit yesterday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 28, 2026 ~ Dean Champane, author discusses his new book “Zero Proof USA” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 28, 2026 ~ Richard Czuba, Founder, Glengariff Group with his latest polling. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 28, 2026 ~ Dennis Darnoi, Founder of Densar Consulting recaps last night's debate between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 27, 2026 ~ Jocelyn Benson checks in from the campaign trail. President Trump visits Michigan. Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens face off tonight in another debate. Family of 8 found dead in Western Michigan house fire. Gordie Howe Bridge opens today. Trump administration considers plan to strip some immigrants of their citizenship and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWi...

July 27, 2026 ~ Barb McQuade, professor from practice at Michigan Law, former US Attorney or the Eastern District of Michigan discusses the Trump administration considering a plan to strip some immigrants of their citizenship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 27, 2026 ~ Glenn Stevens Jr., Executive Director, MichAuto; Chief Automotive and Innovation Officer, Detroit Regional Chamber discusses today's opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 27, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne discusses the tragic case of a family of 8 found dead on the west side of the state. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 27, 2026 ~ David Dulio, Distinguished Professor, Political Science Department and Director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Oakland University, recently named Oakland University's Chief Community Engagement Officer discusses Trump's visit to Michigan and tonight's Democrat Senate Debate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our colle...

July 27, 2026 ~ Jocelyn Benson, Michigan Secretary of State, Democrat Gubernatorial Candidate 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.

July 24, 2026 ~ Tonight is the rescheduled White House Correspondent Dinner. Canada is holding their own ribbon cutting ceremony. Oil shoots up over $100 a barrel. Bud Denker checks in after his trip to Washington DC 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 24, 2026 ~ Bud Denker, President of Penske Corporation discusses his trip to Washington DC ahead of the Freedom 250 Grand Prix. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 24, 2026 ~ Dave Riger, Riger Reviews It reviews The Dink on Apple TV and Stuart Fails to Save the Universe on HBO Max. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 24, 2026 ~ Patrick DeHaan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at Gas Buddy discusses oil shooting up past $100 a gallon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 24, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News discusses Canada's ribbon cutting ceremony for the Gordie Howe Bridge. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 24, 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. Tonight is rescheduled White House correspondents dinner. His column calling for Governor Whitmer to make endorsements. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm....

July 23, 2026 ~ Living in Israel during wartime. James Craig discusses ICE. House committee urges DOJ to prosecute Jack Smith. Trump approves Saudi nuclear deal. Perry Johnson checks in from the campaign trail. Oakland County deputies recognized for their bravery. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...

July 23, 2026 ~ Michael Bouchard, Oakland County Sheriff discusses a couple deputies being recognized for saving children from a house fire. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 23, 2026 ~ Perry Johnson, Businessman 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.

July 23, 2026 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses House committee urging DOJ to prosecute Jack Smith over Trump investigation. Trump approves Saudi nuclear deal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 23, 2026 ~ James Craig, Former Detroit Police Chief discusses His OPED in the Detroit News about ICE and his book “Beyond the Badge: Leadership Lessons from a Life in Law Enforcement.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 23, 2026 ~ Dr. Galit Benzur, dept. Of Communication at Bar Ilan University, former WJR intern, lives in Ramat Gan, a city in the center near Tel Aviv discusses living in Israel during wartime. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 22, 2026 ~ Hegseth testifies about war funding. Trump threatens to bomb Pickaxe Mountain. Lisa McClain asking Canada to do more about wildfire smoke. RFK Jr says Cyclosporiasis outbreak under control. Canada cancels ribbon cutting ceremony for Gordie Howe Bridge. Governor Whitmer signs new budget and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswiz...

July 22, 2026 ~ Jim Runestad, State Senator R- White Lake and chairman of the Michigan Republican Party discusses the newly signed budget and a ballot proposal that would prohibit political contributions from utilities and government contractors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.