Cumulus Media Detroit
Focus with Paul W. Smith
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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Nov 3, 2026
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Episodes
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ March 19, 2026 ~ Full Show 19.03.2026 59:54
March 19, 2026 ~ JD Vance visits. Markwayne Mullin grilled. Oakland County offers free defense courses for houses of worship. Post office may run out of money. NCAA tournament starts for MSU. Latest on Iran war and energy prices plus 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 a...
Hegseth Gives Update on War 19.03.2026 5:39
March 19, 2026 ~ Doron Levin, Freelance Journalist, born in Israel, served in Israeli military discusses Pete Hegseth's press conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Fed Rate Stays Put, Energy Prices Soar Due to Attack on Infrastructure 19.03.2026 5:00
March 19, 2026 ~ Patrick Anderson, Founder and CEO of Anderson Economic Group discusses the fed interest rate not changing and oil price trouble brewing due to war in Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
MSU Opens NCAA Tournament 19.03.2026 6:35
March 19, 2026 ~ Nic Fardella, WJR's MSU digital sports reporter previews the NCAA tournament. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Post Office Could Run Out of Money, Airports May be Forced to Close 19.03.2026 3:23
March 19, 2026 ~ David Shepardson, covers transportation, autos and aviation for Reuters discusses the post office running low on money and some airports may be forced to close due to DHS shutdown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oakland County Offering Free Security Classes to House of Worship 19.03.2026 9:41
March 19, 2026 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard discusses the free security classes Oakland County is offering to houses of worship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
JD Vance in Town, Markwayne Mullin Grilled 19.03.2026 9:10
March 19, 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 JD Vance's visit to Auburn Hills yesterday and Markwayne Mullin's hearing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about o...
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ March 18, 2026 ~ Full Show 18.03.2026 58:57
March 18, 2026 ~ Senate debates SAVE act, Pam Bondi subpoenaed again. Lawmakers push back on antisemitism. Latest in Iran. Cuba still in the dark. Latest on gas prices 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.
Ford Buys Back 32 Million Shares of It's Own Stock 18.03.2026 6:48
March 18, 2026 ~ Keith Naughton. Bloomberg Auto Business Auto Business Report discusses Ford buying back 32 million shares of it's own stock. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Latest on Oil Prices 18.03.2026 7:05
March 18, 2026 ~ Patrick DeHaan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at Gas Buddy discusses the latest on oil prices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Joe Kent Resigns, Cuba Still in the Dark 18.03.2026 3:52
March 18, 2026 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Ret. Lt. Colonel in the US Army discusses the latest in foreign policy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Lawmakers Team Up to Fight Antisemitism 18.03.2026 6:32
March 18, 2026 ~ Noah Arbit, State Representative D-West Bloomfield and Commerce Twp discusses the push by lawmakers to fight antisemitism. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Senate Debate SAVE Act, House Oversight Committee Subpoenas Bondi 18.03.2026 5:26
March 18, 2026 ~ David Dulio, Distinguished Professor, Political Science Department and Director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Oakland University discusses the latest in the SAVE act and Pam Bondi being subpoenaed by the House. 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 ~ March 16, 2026 ~ Full Show 16.03.2026 1:05:07
March 16, 2026 ~ Latest on Temple Israel investigation. People accused of being false electors sue Dana Nessel. Latest in Iran. FCC threatens networks over Iran war coverage 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.
FCC Chair Brendan Carr Threatens to Revoke Broadcast Licenses over Iran Coverage 16.03.2026 11:12
March 16, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the threats from the FCC to networks over Iran war coverage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
6 Airman Identified and the Latest in Iran 16.03.2026 7:58
March 16, 2026 ~ Peter Meijer, former congressman and army veteran discusses the latest in Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Grand Traverse Pie Company Celebrates Pie Day and Michigan Agriculture Month 16.03.2026 5:31
March 16, 2026 ~ Mike Busley, co-founder of Grand Traverse Pie Company discusses pie day and Michigan agriculture month. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
People Accused of Being False Electors 16.03.2026 5:44
March 16, 2026 ~ Erick Karrdal Esq, Partner at Mohrman Kaardal and Erickson PA is the lead attorney for a group of people accused of being false electors who are suing Dana Nessel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Latest in the Temple Israel Investigation 16.03.2026 7:11
March 16, 2026 ~ Andy Arena, Director of the Detroit Police Commission, Former Special Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Detroit Office discusses the latest in the Temple Israel investigation. 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 ~ March 13, 2026 ~ March 13, 2026 13.03.2026 1:08:59
March 13, 2026 ~ Community reacts to attack at Temple Israel. US troops die in plane crash. TSA workers to miss first paycheck 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.
Riger Reviews Reminders of Him in Theaters and Previews the Oscars 13.03.2026 13:58
March 13, 2026 ~ Dave Riger reviews Reminders of Him in theaters and previews the Oscars this weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jewish Community on Edge After Temple Israel Attack 13.03.2026 9:02
March 13, 2026 ~ Doron Levin, Freelance Journalist, born in Israel discusses yesterday's Temple Israel attack. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Temple Israel Attacker Stopped by Synagogue Security 13.03.2026 5:28
March 13, 2026 ~ Aaron Tobin, Founder of Magen Security gives his insight on the Temple Israel attack yesterday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Congressman Barrett on Temple Israel, The Shutdown and Iran 13.03.2026 9:10
March 13, 2026 ~ Congressman R-7th District Tom Barrett gives his thoughts on the Temple Israel, Iran and the shutdown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sheriff Mike Bouchard on Yesterday's Temple Israel Attack 13.03.2026 13:18
March 13, 2026 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard discusses the law enforcement response to the Temple Israel attack. 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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