Focus with Paul W. Smith

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.co...

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 inform...

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.