Focus with Paul W. Smith

July 7, 2026 ~ Jason Roe, Principal of Roe Strategic discusses Speaker Johnson calling on Congress to restrict birthright citizenship and democrats calling for Graham Platner to drop out of senate race after new sexual assault allegations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 6, 2026 ~ Mallory McMorrow drops out of senate race. State legislature passes budget. Folarin Balogun will play for team USA tonight. Latest on the shooting at Fairlane 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 6, 2026 ~ Todd Flood, Managing Partner of Flood Law PLLC, Host of "Behind the Bench" with Todd Flood on WJR discusses the Airforce investigating officer who called for Trump to be impeached. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 6, 2026 ~ Mike Shaw Retired Lt. With the Michigan State Police discusses the deadly shooting at Fairlane Town Center over the weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 6, 2026 ~ Tonya J Powers, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses Folarin Balogun having his red card suspended after President Trump intervenes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 6, 2026 ~ Dennis Darnoi, Founder of Densar Consulting discusses the America 250 celebrations over the weekend and the newly passed 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 6, 2026 ~ Craig Mauger, State Politics Reporter discusses Mallory McMorrow dropping out of the senate race ahead of debate week. 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 ~ US exiting USMCA. Is the state legislature close to a budget? US wins first match of knock out round. Gastrointestinal parasite affecting hundreds and growing. Jocelyn Benson on the SCOTUS mail in ballot ruling 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 adver...

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.