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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. 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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- 2 days ago1h 8m
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ September 18, 2026 ~ Full Show
September 18, 2026 ~ Judge says demolition of Kennedy Center requires 30 day notice. Detroit News makes endorsements for Governor and Senate. Lions lose bad in Buffalo. President Trump to hold talks with gulf leaders next week. Riger Reviews "Resident Evil" and "Mr T, I Pity the Fool on Netflix" 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.
- 2 days ago7 min
President Trump to Meet with Gulf Leaders Next Week
September 18, 2026 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Retired Lt. Colonel for the US Army. President Trump to hold talks with Gulf leaders on Iran at next week’s UN General Assembly. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 2 days ago8 min
Lions Lose 41-31 to Buffalo Bills
September 18, 2026 ~ Nick Lundberg, WJR Digital Sports Reporter, Lions lose 41-31 to Buffalo 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.
- 2 days ago6 min
Variety the Children’s Charity of Detroit's Champions of Heart Event
September 18, 2026 ~ Michelle Murphy, Executive Director at Variety the Children’s Charity of Detroit discusses next week’s Variety Champions of Heart event. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 2 days ago9 min
F-16 Crashes Near Traverse City
September 18, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News discusses an F-16 crash nears Traverse City. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 2 days ago6 min
Judge Says Kennedy Center Demolition Requires 30 Days Notice, Det News Makes Endorsements
September 18, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for The Detroit News discusses a judge putting a wrench in Trump's Kennedy Center plans and the Detroit News makes endorsements for Senate and Governor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 3 days ago1h 2m
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ September 17, 2026 ~ Full Show
September 17, 2026 ~ Mike Johnson calls early recess ahead of Hegseth impeachment vote. Congresswoman Debbie DIngell calls for pause on large data center. Charlie Kirk's family looking into legal action against Utah State. European Union offers Canada associate membership. Fed raises interest rates for first time in 3 years. Eli Savit, Democrat candidate for Attorney General joins the show 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.
- 3 days ago5 min
Eli Savit, Democrat Attorney General Candidate
September 17, 2026 ~ Eli Savit, Washtenaw County Prosecutor, Democrat Candidate for Attorney General, discusses his campaign. 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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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. 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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