Focus with Paul W. Smith

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.

April 27, 2026 ~ Nick Lundberg, WJR Digital Sports Reporter, recaps the Lions draft and looks ahead to tonight's Pistons game 4 against the Magic. 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 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News sets us up for King Charles's visit to Washington. 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 ~ Michael Bullotta of Bullotta Law, Federal Criminal Defense Attorney, Former Federal Prosecutor discusses charges attempted WHCA shooter may be facing. 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 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard gives his thoughts on the attempted shooting at the White House Correspondents' dinner. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 24, 2026 ~ How Delta airlines is protecting itself against surging fuel prices with their own oil refinery. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 24, 2026 ~ Member of US special forces arrested after betting on Maduro raid. Latest on Operation Epic Fury. Senator Peter wants answers on failed tornado sirens. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson discusses the DOJ asking for all 2024 Wayne County ballots and addresses allegations against her in a recent lawsuit plus the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...

April 24, 2026 ~ Jocelyn Benson, Secretary of State and Democrat Gubernatorial Candidate for Governor discusses court dismissing lawsuit over eligibility of oversea voters, accusations against her office in a discrimination lawsuit and the DOJ demanding Wayne County ballots from the 2024 election. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our colle...

April 24, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the back and forth between Senator Peters and Secretary Lutnick about failed tornado sirens during a hearing yesterday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 24, 2026 ~ Peter Meijer, former congressman and army veteran discusses the latest from the middle east. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 24, 2026 ~ Stephen Blackwell, portraying Sam Phillips and Chris Blisset, Music Director, playing Brother Jay in Million Dollar Quartet running at Meadow Brook Theatre through May 17th. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 24, 2026 ~ Dave Riger reviews Michael in theaters and Hulk Hogan Real American 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.

April 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 discusses the US special forces soldier who got arrested after allegedly winning $400,000 on Maduro raid. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com fo...

April 23, 2026 ~ Trump administration reclassifies marijuana. Senate passes budget plan to reopen DHS. Michigan residents go to Lansing to voice concerns over AI data centers. Previewing night one of the NFL draft. Will government bail out spirit airlines and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

April 23, 2026 ~ David Shephardson, covers transportation, autos and aviation for Reuters discusses the possible government bailout of Spirit Airlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 23, 2026 ~ Lomas Brown Jr., Detroit Lions Legend, co-host of "SportsWrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino" previews night one of the NFL draft. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 23, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the hearing on data centers at the State Capitol yesterday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 23, 2026 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses the senate passing a budget plan to reopen DHS. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.