Cumulus Media Detroit

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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Oct 30, 2026

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Episodes

Yesterday's CIA Whistleblower Hearing on COVID 14.05.2026

May 14, 2026 ~ Eben Brown, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses yesterday's hearing with a CIA whistleblower on COVID. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bad No Call and 4th Quarter Collapse Lead to Pistons Loss to Cavs 14.05.2026

May 14, 2026 ~ Anthony Bellino, co-host of SportsWrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino, weeknights at 6pm discusses last night's Pistons loss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris Swanson Checks in from the Campaign Trail 14.05.2026

May 14, 2026 ~ Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson, Running for Governor as a Democrat 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.

Trump Meets with Xi, Congresswoman Dingell Introduces Legislation to Ban Chinese Cars 14.05.2026

May 14, 2026 ~ Debbie Dingell, Congresswoman D-6th District discusses Trump's China trip and her legislation to ban Chinese cars. 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 13, 2026 ~ Full Show 13.05.2026

May 13, 2026 ~ Trump lands in China. New polling on president, governor and senate. Progress being made on giant water main break. Black bear sighted in Wayne and Monroe County. California Mayor turns out to be a Chinese asset 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 adve...

New Texting Scam and COVID Era Tax Rebates 13.05.2026

May 13, 2026 ~ Susan Tompor, Personal Finance Columnist for the Detroit Free Press discusses her columns “Michigan drivers hit again by texts for unpaid tolls” and “You could be owed IRS refund from COVID‑era penalties — if you act soon” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

California Mayor Confesses to Being an Agent for China 13.05.2026

May 13, 2026 ~ Andy Arena, Director of the Detroit Crime Commission, former special agent in charge of the Detroit FBI discusses the California mayor who has been working for China. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Two Black Bear Sightings in Monroe and Wayne County 13.05.2026

May 13, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses two black bear sightings in Southeast Michigan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Trump Lands in China, New Polling for Governor, Senate and President 13.05.2026

May 13, 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 President Trump landing in China and new polling on Governor, President and Senate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information...

Crews Replace Giant Pipe in Oakland County 13.05.2026

May 13, 2026 ~ David Coulter, Oakland County Executive discusses what's next after a giant water main is replaced in Oakland County. 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 ~ April 12, 2026 ~ Full Show 12.05.2026

May 12, 2026 ~ Looking ahead to Trump's China trip. Wayne County launches new gun safety campaign. Will President Trump suspend the gas tax? Latest on the Oakland County water main break. Pistons drop game 4 to the Cavs 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...

Cavs Even Up Series with Piston 2-2 12.05.2026

May 12, 2026 ~ Nick Lundberg, WJR Digital Sports Reporter recaps last night's Pistons game and reacts to early Lions schedule leaks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Bouchard on Water Main Break and Arrest Using Drone 12.05.2026

May 12, 2026 ~ Mike Bouchard, Oakland County Sheriff gives us an update on the big water main break and discusses an arrest made over the weekend using one of their drones. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Trump Calls for Suspension of Gas Tax 12.05.2026

May 12, 2026 ~ Patrick De Haan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at Gas Buddy discusses President Trump calling to suspend gas tax. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wayne County Launching Gun Safety Campaign 12.05.2026

May 12, 2026 ~ Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy discusses the newly launched gun safety campaigned. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Looking Ahead to Trump's China Trip 12.05.2026

May 12, 2026 ~ Jason Roe, Principal at Roe Strategic looks ahead at President Trump's trip to China. 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 11, 2026 ~ Full Show 11.05.2026

May 11, 2026 ~ Mike Duggan checks in from campaign trail. Trump rejects latest offer from Iran. Putin says Russia - Ukraine war is almost over. More states joining redistricting fight. Large water main break leaves many Oakland County residents without water. Pentagon releases UFO files and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for infor...

Pentagon Releases Large Swath of UFO Files 11.05.2026

May 11, 2026 ~ Mike Murray, Astronomer and Manager of the Delta College Planetarium discusses the latest release of UFO files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Large Water Main Break in Oakland County Leaves Thousands Without Water 11.05.2026

May 11, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the large water main break in Auburn Hills. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

More States Enter Redistricting Battle 11.05.2026

May 11, 2026 ~ Stephen Henderson, Founder BridgeDetroit, host of “American Black Journal” on PBS, 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 more states that are entering fight over redistricting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information abo...

President Trump Rejects Offer From Iran, Putin Says Russia Ukraine War Could be Over Soon 11.05.2026

May 11, 2026 ~ Jonathan Savage, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses the latest on two wars. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Duggan Checks in from the Campaign Trail 11.05.2026

May 11, 2026 ~ Mike Duggan, former Mayor of Detroit now running for governor as an independent 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.

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ May 8, 2026 ~ Full Show 08.05.2026

May 8, 2026 ~ Broadcasting live from the Detroit Golf Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Riger Reviews It ~ Mortal Kombat 2 and Star Wars Maul The Shadow Lord 08.05.2026

May 8, 2026 ~ Kyle Emmi in for Dave Riger reviewing Mortal Kombat 2 in theaters and Star Wars Maul The Shadow Lord on Disney Plus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Doug Buser, VP Sports and Entertainment at Rocket 08.05.2026

May 8, 2026 ~ Doug Buser, VP Sports and Entertainment at Rocket joins 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.

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