Focus with Paul W. Smith

July 27, 2026 ~ Glenn Stevens Jr., Executive Director, MichAuto; Chief Automotive and Innovation Officer, Detroit Regional Chamber discusses today's opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 27, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne discusses the tragic case of a family of 8 found dead on the west side of the state. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 27, 2026 ~ David Dulio, Distinguished Professor, Political Science Department and Director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Oakland University, recently named Oakland University's Chief Community Engagement Officer discusses Trump's visit to Michigan and tonight's Democrat Senate Debate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our colle...

July 27, 2026 ~ Jocelyn Benson, Michigan Secretary of State, Democrat Gubernatorial Candidate 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.

July 24, 2026 ~ Tonight is the rescheduled White House Correspondent Dinner. Canada is holding their own ribbon cutting ceremony. Oil shoots up over $100 a barrel. Bud Denker checks in after his trip to Washington DC 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 24, 2026 ~ Bud Denker, President of Penske Corporation discusses his trip to Washington DC ahead of the Freedom 250 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.

July 24, 2026 ~ Dave Riger, Riger Reviews It reviews The Dink on Apple TV and Stuart Fails to Save the Universe on HBO Max. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 24, 2026 ~ Patrick DeHaan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at Gas Buddy discusses oil shooting up past $100 a gallon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 24, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News discusses Canada's ribbon cutting ceremony for the Gordie Howe Bridge. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 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. Tonight is rescheduled White House correspondents dinner. His column calling for Governor Whitmer to make endorsements. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm....

July 23, 2026 ~ Living in Israel during wartime. James Craig discusses ICE. House committee urges DOJ to prosecute Jack Smith. Trump approves Saudi nuclear deal. Perry Johnson checks in from the campaign trail. Oakland County deputies recognized for their bravery. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...

July 23, 2026 ~ Michael Bouchard, Oakland County Sheriff discusses a couple deputies being recognized for saving children from a house fire. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 23, 2026 ~ Perry Johnson, Businessman 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.

July 23, 2026 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses House committee urging DOJ to prosecute Jack Smith over Trump investigation. Trump approves Saudi nuclear deal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 23, 2026 ~ James Craig, Former Detroit Police Chief discusses His OPED in the Detroit News about ICE and his book “Beyond the Badge: Leadership Lessons from a Life in Law Enforcement.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 23, 2026 ~ Dr. Galit Benzur, dept. Of Communication at Bar Ilan University, former WJR intern, lives in Ramat Gan, a city in the center near Tel Aviv discusses living in Israel during wartime. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 22, 2026 ~ Hegseth testifies about war funding. Trump threatens to bomb Pickaxe Mountain. Lisa McClain asking Canada to do more about wildfire smoke. RFK Jr says Cyclosporiasis outbreak under control. Canada cancels ribbon cutting ceremony for Gordie Howe Bridge. Governor Whitmer signs new budget and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswiz...

July 22, 2026 ~ Jim Runestad, State Senator R- White Lake and chairman of the Michigan Republican Party discusses the newly signed budget and a ballot proposal that would prohibit political contributions from utilities and government contractors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 22, 2026 ~ Chad Livengood, Detroit News Political Editor on Canada canceling joint Gordie Howe Bridge ribbon cutting ceremony after new tariffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 22, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the local couple suing Taco Bell over Cyclosporiasis and RFK Jr declaring it under control. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 22, 2026 ~ Lisa McClain, Congresswoman R-9th District, Chairwoman of House Republican discusses the letter she and her Republican Congressional colleagues sent to Canada about the wildfire smoke and the upcoming job fair at Oakland University. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 22, 2026 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Retired Lt. Colonel for the US Army discusses Pete Hegseth's testimony infront of Congress and President Trump's latest threats against 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 21, 2026 ~ Full Show. President Trump slaps 50% tariffs on Canada. FDA says data still supports Taylor Farms as source of Cyclosporiasis. MSP carries out enforcements of the Move Over Law. Sheriff Chris Swanson, running for Governor checks in from the campaign trail. What to do if you voted early for a candidate that has dropped out of the race and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simpl...

July 21, 2026 ~ Ruth Johnson, State Senator R-24th District, former Secretary of State tells us how to get a new ballot if you've already voted for a candidate that has dropped out. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 21, 2026 ~ Chris Swanson, Genesee County Sheriff, Democrat Gubernatorial Candidate 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.