Focus with Paul W. Smith

October 30, 2026 ~ Full Show. Trump cancels Michigan rally. Stevens and El-Sayed to campaign together. Debbie Dingell gives her thoughts on campaign heading into final weekend. Men's Final 4 coming to Detroit, is women's next? Dylan Larkin suspended with no pay by Wings. How to mitigate health effects of time change and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See htt...

October 30, 2026 ~ Helene St. James, Hockey Writer for the Detroit Free Press discusses the ever devolving Dylan Larkin situation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 30, 2026 ~ Elle Wernette, PhD, Henry Ford Health research scientist and instructor in their sleep medicine department, health effects of the time change and how to mitigate them in both adults and children. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 30, 2026 ~ Marty Dobek, Executive Director, Detroit Sports Commission. Detroit finalist to host women’s final 4 in the 2032 through 2036 cycle. How are things going in preparation for the 2027 final four? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 30, 2026 ~ Debbie Dingell U.S. Congresswoman of Michigan’s D-6th District, asking for input on data center bill of rights. Her thoughts on the election heading into the final weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 30, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News. Trump cancels in person rallies in Michigan and across the country, Stevens and El-Sayed to campaign together. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 29, 2026 ~ Jamie Edmonds broadcasts live from Washtenaw Community College for the final day of WJR's College Tour 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 29, 2026 ~ Clarence Jennings, WCC Vice President of Student Services on how employers and adult learners/employees can utilize the Reconnect Scholarship to increase skills for employees. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 29, 2026 ~ Luanne Thomas Ewald, Chief Hospital Executive, University of Michigan Health's C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital and Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital discusses healthcare education, clinical partnerships with WCC and career outcomes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 29, 2026 ~ Dr. Joshua Burgess, American Welding Society President discusses Industry partnerships, skilled trades demand; WCC’s welding expertise. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 29, 2026 ~ Susan Tompor, Personal Finance Columnist for the Detroit Free Press discusses her column “Robocalls won't stop 5 years after crackdown. What needs to be done.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 29, 2026 ~ Mikala Sposito WCC welding Student and Alex Pazkowski WCC Coach and Faculty Member discuss Mikala’s preparation, journey to Shanghai, WorldSkills experience. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 29, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News, DOJ investigating whether Alaska senate candidate was recruited to confuse voters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 29, 2026 ~ Dr. Rose Bellanca, WCC President, celebrating WCC welding student Mikala Sposito as an example of WCC-wide educational excellence, affordability, personalized support and flexible pathways across 140 programs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 28, 2026 ~ Jamie Edmonds broadcasts live from Michigan State University for day 3 of the 2026 WJR College Tour. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 28, 2026 ~ Alex Landen, the Director of Undergraduate Admission discusses Spartan tuition advantage program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 28, 2026 ~ Scott Colborne, researcher within MSU Fisheries and Wildlife. Study shows lake sturgeon can live for centuries. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 28, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News has the latest on the Israeli election.. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 28, 2026 ~ Chief Ellery Sosebee (Ret.) Law Enforcement and Safety Director discusses Prevent 2 Protect. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 28, 2026 ~ Matt Grossmann is Director of the Institute for Public Policy and Social Research (IPPSR) and Professor of Political Science at Michigan State University discusses voter turn out and some of the bigger races. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 28, 2026 ~ Shawn Turner, WKAR Director and Interim Chair of the MSU School of Journalism discusses MSU Vote which is strengthening voter education. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 27, 2026 ~ Jamie Edmonds broadcasts live from Saint Clair County Community College for day two of WJR's 2026 College Tour. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 27, 2026 ~ Becky Gentner, Chief Financial and Operating Officer SC4, Jeff VanHamlin Professor of Math SC4 Dr. Pete Lacey Chief Collaboration Officer/SVSU Liaison look ahead to STEM Fest 2027. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 27, 2026 ~ Dr. Pete Lacey Chief Collaboration Officer/SVSU Liaison discusses SVSU collaboration with Jamie Edmonds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 27, 2026 ~ Andy Arena, Director of the Detroit Crime Commission, Former Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Detroit office, new data shows violent crime at 7 year low in Michigan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.