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Focus with Paul W. Smith

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National Radio Hall of Fame Inductee Paul W. Smith takes middays live and local for a show that goes in-depth with the newsmakers who are shaping the future of Southeast Michigan. Tune in as Paul connects with politicians, business and community leaders, entrepreneurs, and entertainers for longform conversations about why the efforts behind the headlines really matter. Accessible, informative, balanced, and bold, with diverse voices and thought-provoking questions that bring it all into Focus.

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Michael Young, Announcer on the INDYCAR Radio Network 29.05.2026 8:06

May 29, 2026 ~ Michael Young, Announcer on the INDYCAR Radio Network joins Jamie Edmonds live from the Grand Prix. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John Doonan, IMSA Racing Series President 29.05.2026 10:05

May 29, 2026 ~ John Doonan, IMSA Racing Series President joins Jamie Edmonds in for Paul W. Smith live from the Grand Prix. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Letty Azar, Grand Prix VP of Community Affairs 29.05.2026 8:21

May 29, 2026 ~ Letty Azar, Grand Prix VP of Community Affairs talks to Jamie Edmonds in for Paul W. Smith live from the Grand Prix. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ May 28, 2026 ~ Full Show 28.05.2026 1:06:21

May 28, 2026 ~ Day 2 of the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber 28.05.2026 6:57

May 28, 2026 ~ Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber recaps the Mackinac Policy Conference 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.

Warren Evans, Wayne County Executive and Assad Turfe, Deputy Wayne County Executive 28.05.2026 5:06

May 28, 2026 ~ Warren Evans, Wayne County Executive and Assad Turfe, Deputy Wayne County Executive join Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rachel Stewart, CEO Gardner White 28.05.2026 2:23

May 28, 2026 ~ Rachel Stewart, CEO Gardner White joins Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

David Jurcak, President of the Grand Hotel 28.05.2026 3:45

May 28, 2026 ~ David Jurcak, President of the Grand Hotel joins Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aric Nesbitt, Michigan Senate Minority Leader, Republican Gubernatorial Candidate 28.05.2026 4:21

May 28, 2026 ~ Aric Nesbitt, Michigan Senate Minority Leader, Republican Gubernatorial Candidate joins Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer 28.05.2026 10:45

May 28, 2026 ~ Governor Gretchen Whitmer joins Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Neil MacKinnon, President Central Michigan University 28.05.2026 4:34

May 28, 2026 ~ Neil MacKinnon, President Central Michigan University joins Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

David Coulter, Oakland County Executive 28.05.2026 2:54

May 28, 2026 ~ David Coulter, Oakland County Executive joins Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Katrina McCree, new CEO of THAW, The Heat and Warmth Fund 28.05.2026 3:42

May 28, 2026 ~ Katrina McCree, new CEO of THAW, The Heat and Warmth Fund joins Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel 28.05.2026 4:18

May 28, 2026 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel joins Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ora Hirsch Pescovitz President of Oakland University 28.05.2026 3:17

May 28, 2026 ~ Ora Hirsch Pescovitz President of Oakland University joins Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Attorney General Mike Cox Now Running for Governor 28.05.2026 4:17

May 28, 2026 ~ Former Attorney General Mike Cox Now Running for Governor as a Republican joins Paul W. Smith live at the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Senator Gary Peters 28.05.2026 9:55

May 28, 2026 ~ Senator Gary Peters joins Paul W. Smith live at the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Paul W. Smith w/ Estate Planning Legal Services 28.05.2026 21:13

May 28, 2026 ~ Paul W. Smith sits down with Estate Planning Legal Services Managing Partner, Jeff Sharp, to discuss the overall importance of estate planning. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ May 27, 2026 ~ Full Show 27.05.2026 1:04:27

May 27, 2026 ~ Paul W. Smith broadcasts live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John James and Tom Leonard 27.05.2026 7:05

May 27, 2026 ~ John James, US Congressman R-10th District, Republican Gubernatorial Candidate and Tom Leonard, Partner at Plunkett Cooney, former Republican Gubernatorial Candidate join Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tom Kelly, CEO of Automation Alley and Tony Michaels, President and CEO of the Parade Company 27.05.2026 6:26

May 27, 2026 ~ Tom Kelly, CEO of Automation Alley and Tony Michaels, President and CEO of the Parade Company join Paul W. Smith live at the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Krista Tanner, President and CEO of ITC Holdings Corp. 27.05.2026 9:59

May 27, 2026 ~ Krista Tanner, President and CEO of ITC Holdings Corp. joins Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jared Fleisher CEO of Bedrock 27.05.2026 3:54

May 27, 2026 ~ Jared Fleisher CEO of Bedrock joins Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

David Miller, CEO of Michigan Medicine 27.05.2026 5:50

May 27, 2026 ~ David Miller, CEO of Michigan Medicine joins Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tricia Keith, President and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan 27.05.2026 6:47

May 27, 2026 ~ Tricia Keith, President and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan joins Paul W. Smith live from the Mackinac Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.