Focus with Paul W. Smith

May 1, 2026 ~ Darin Weiss, CEO and Board Chairman of Grace Centers of Hope, shares the mission behind one of Southeast Michigan’s largest faith-based, long-term life skills programs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 1, 2026 ~ Ken Lingenfelter joins Paul W. to talk about The Charity Spring Open House taking place this Saturday, May 2nd with proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 1, 2026 ~ Patrick De Haan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at Gas Buddy joins Paul W. to talk about Michigan getting walloped with $5 a gallon gas as prices climb fast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 1, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR Director of Community Affairs and News, discusses an important event taking place this Saturday as the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency hosts a Family Member Update for nearly 500 families in Detroit and surrounding areas Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertis...

April 30, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 30, 2026 ~ PNC Bank Regional President/Detroit & Southeast Michigan Michael Bickers talks with Paul about his more than 30 years of financial experience. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 30, 2026 ~ Accenture Michigan Office Managing Director Shatica McDonald chats with Paul W about how technology impacts the community. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 30, 2026 ~ WJR Digital Sports Reporter Nick Lundberg breaks down Game 5 of the Pistons/Magic series 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.

April 30, 2026 ~ Keynote Speaker & Author Mark Ostach talks with Paul W about his new book The Gift of Connection and the importance of mental and emotional well-being. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 30, 2026 ~ PNC Financial Services Group Senior Vice President & Chief Economist Gus Faucher and S & P Global Mobility Executive Director of Automotive Analysis Mike Wall join Paul W to talk about the current US Economy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 29, 2026 ~ Recap of King Charles's speech to congress. Constitutional Convention will be on the ballot this year. James Comey indicted again. FCC vs ABC over Kimmel. Latest in Iran. New polling in Gubernatorial and Senate race 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 fo...

April 29, 2026 ~ Richard Czuba, Founder Glengariff group discusses latest polling for Governor and Senate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 29, 2026 ~ Austin Gullett, former Navy Intelligence Officer discusses the latest in Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 29, 2026 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses James Comey's latest indictment and the FCC going after ABC for Kimmel widow joke. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 29, 2026 ~ Eric Lupher, President of the Citizens Research Council of Michigan discusses the possibility of a constitutional convention that will be on the ballot this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 29, 2026 ~ Tim Walberg, Congressman R-5th District recap's King Charles's speech in front of Congress. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 28, 2026 ~ President Trump calling for Jimmy Kimmel to be fired. Operation Ghost Rider is underway. Ryan Ermanni is in Washington DC for the royal visit. Mike Cox checks in from the campaign trail. A number of Michigan schools using facial recognition and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection an...

April 28, 2026 ~ Dr. Robert Livernois, Retired Superintendent of Warren Consolidated Schools, host of “School Talks” and “Hidden in Plain Sight” on WJR discusses a number of Michigan schools using facial recognition technology for security. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 28, 2026 ~ Mike Cox, Founder of Mike Cox Law Firm, former Michigan Attorney General now 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.

April 28, 2026 ~ Ryan Ermanni, host of "JR Afternoon with Ryan Ermanni" calls in from Washington DC during the royal visit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 28, 2026 ~ Lt. Mike Shaw, Michigan State Police and Lt. Ty Howard discuss operation ghost rider and Lt. Ty Howard taking over for Lt. Shaw when he retires in May. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 28, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses the latest on the attempted WHCD shooting and another public feud between Jimmy Kimmel and the Trumps. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 27, 2026 ~ Attempted shooting at White House Correspondents' dinner thwarted. Prince Charles visits America. Pistons in a must win. Latest in Iranian negotiations 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.

April 27, 2026 ~ Congressman John James R-10th district, gubernatorial candidate discusses attempted shooting at White House Correspondents' dinner, Selfridge funding and 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.

April 27, 2026 ~ Doron Levin, Freelance Journalist, born in Israel discusses the latest in negotiations with Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.