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Focus with Paul W. Smith

Cumulus Media Detroit·600 episodes

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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.

Episodes

1 hr 5 min
Jun 4, 2026Episode 9781
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ June 4, 2026 ~ Full Show

June 4, 2026 ~ Dave LewAllen in for Paul W. Smith. President Trump to nominate Todd Blanche for AG permanently. Latest on the turmoil within 60 minutes. Public voting for Michigan Sports Hall of Fame now open. National Donut day brings a new Dutch Girl location to the new center. Rainbow Connection awards 20 more scholarships 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.

8 min
Jun 4, 2026Episode 9779
New Dutch Girl Donuts Location and National Donut Day

June 4, 2026 ~ Paddy Lynch, owner of Dutch Girl Donut discusses their new location in The New Center which opens tomorrow, national donut day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

8 min
Jun 4, 2026Episode 9778
House Votes to Limit Trump's War Powers

June 4, 2026 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Ret. Lt. Colonel in the US Army discusses the house vote to limit President Trump's war powers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

7 min
Jun 4, 2026Episode 9777
Public Voting for Michigan Sports Hall of Fame Now Open

June 4, 2026 ~ Matt Friedman, co-owner of Tanner Friedman, Michigan Sports Hall of Fame Board member discusses the public vote now open. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

9 min
Jun 4, 2026Episode 9776
Latest in 60 Minutes CBS News Turmoil

June 4, 2026 ~ Bill Carey, former news director at WXYZ-TV, WCBS-TV and WBBM-TV discusses the firing of Scott Pelley from 60 minutes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

8 min
Jun 4, 2026Episode 9775
President Trump to Nominate Todd Blanche as AG Officially

June 4, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses President Trump nominating acting AG Todd Blanche for full time AG. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr 4 min
Jun 3, 2026Episode 9774
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ June 3, 2026 ~ Full Show

June 3, 2026 ~ Did Spencer Pratt survive the primary? Search for Lynette Hooker resumes. Are AI stocks boom or bust? Brad Galli on his new venture. Are kill switches coming to cars 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.

7 min
Jun 3, 2026Episode 9773
Are Kill Switches Coming to a Car Near You?

June 3, 2026 ~ Ingrid Jacques, Columnist USA Today discusser her column “Kill switch' law means your next car could be watching you.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

7 min
Jun 3, 2026Episode 9772
Brad Galli Launching "The Brad Galli Show"

June 3, 2026 ~ Brad Galli, former WXYZ TV Sports Director, Three-time Michigan Sportscaster of the Year talks about his new venture "The Brad Galli Show." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

6 min
Jun 3, 2026Episode 9771
AI Stocks Boom or Bubble?

June 3, 2026 ~ David Sowerby, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager at Ancora Bloomfield Hills tells Paul W. Smith whether AI stocks are a good idea or not. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

8 min
Jun 3, 2026Episode 9770
Search for Missing Michigan Woman Now a Murder Investigation

June 3, 2026 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard discusses the resumed search for Lynette Hooker, the Michigan woman who went missing in the Bahamas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

6 min
Jun 3, 2026Episode 9769
Latest on LA's Wild Mayoral Race

June 3, 2026 ~ David Dulio, Distinguished Professor, Political Science Department and Director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Oakland University discusses the Spencer Pratt primary in LA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr 5 min
Jun 2, 2026Episode 9768
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ June 2, 2025 ~ Full Show

June 2, 2026 ~ President Trump backs off $1.8 billion lawfare fund. Mike Rogers talks campaign and Iran. June is gun violence awareness month. Huge data center breaks ground in Saline. New drug could be game changer for pancreatic cancer 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.

8 min
Jun 2, 2026Episode 9767
New Drug Could Be Breakthrough for Pancreatic Cancer

June 2, 2026 ~ Dr. Philip Philip, World Renowned Oncologist with Henry Ford Health discusses the new drug that could be a game changer in fighting pancreatic cancer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

6 min
Jun 2, 2026Episode 9766
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Attends Saline Barn Data Center Groundbreaking

June 2, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the data center groundbreaking in Saline. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

6 min
Jun 2, 2026Episode 9765
June is Gun Violence Awareness Month

June 2, 2026 ~ Dr. Joseph Sakran, Trauma Surgeon at Johns Hopkins University & Gun Violence Survivor discusses gun violence awareness month. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

8 min
Jun 2, 2026Episode 9764
Mike Rogers Checks in From His Campaign, Discusses Iran

June 2, 2026 ~ Mike Rogers, Republican Senate Candidate Veteran, Former FBI Agent, former Chairman of the US Intelligence Committee in Congress discusses his campaign and 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.

8 min
Jun 2, 2026Episode 9763
Trump Backs off on $1.8 Billion Lawfare Fund

June 2, 2026 ~ Congresswoman Debbie Dingell D-6th District discusses President Trump backing away from his $1.8 billion lawfare fund. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr 4 min
Jun 1, 2026Episode 9762
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ June 1, 2026 ~ Full Show

June 1, 2026 ~ Judge blocks $1.9 Trump's billion lawfare fund. President Trump scraps 250 concert. UAW declares strike against American Axle. Memorial Day to Labor Day is the 100 most deadliest days on the road. US and Iran exchange new fire. Metro airports adds new barricades 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.

6 min
Jun 1, 2026Episode 9761
Bud Denker Looks Ahead to Freedom 250 After Detroit Grand Prix

June 1, 2026 ~ Bud Denker, President of Penske Corporation recaps the weekend's Grand Prix and looks ahead to the Freedom 250. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

6 min
Jun 1, 2026Episode 9760
Metro Airport Adds More Barriers After Another Car Drives Into Evans Terminal

June 1, 2026 ~ Steve Dolunt, Retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief discusses the latest car crash into Metro Airport. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

7 min
Jun 1, 2026Episode 9759
US and Iran Exchange New Attacks

June 1, 2026 ~ Dr. Frank Richter PhD former adviser to Saudi Arabia on Mideast terrorism, Iran and Israel discusses the latest between Iran and the United States. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

8 min
Jun 1, 2026Episode 9758
100 Deadliest Days of Summer

June 1, 2026 ~ Steve Kiefer, Founder of the Kiefer Foundation discusses the 100 deadliest days of summer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

6 min
Jun 1, 2026Episode 9757
UAW Declares Strike Against American Axle

June 1st, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the latest UAW strike. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

7 min
Jun 1, 2026Episode 9756
Judge Blocks Trump's Warfare Fund, Trump May Cancel 250 Concert

June 1, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses a judge blocking President Trump's $1.9 billion lawfare fund and the cancellation of the America 250 concert. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1 hr 7 min
May 29, 2026Episode 9755
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ May 29, 2026 ~ Full Show

May 29, 2026 ~ Jamie Edmonds fills in for Paul live from the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

9 min
May 29, 2026Episode 9754
Bud Denker, Chairman of the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear

May 29, 2026 ~ Bud Denker, Chairman of the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear 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.

7 min
May 29, 2026Episode 9753
Eric Larson, CEO of the Downtown Detroit Partnership

May 29, 2026~ Eric Larson, CEO of the Downtown Detroit Partnership 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.

8 min
May 29, 2026Episode 9752
Todd Christensen, Director of Marketing at Chevrolet Motorsports

May 29, 2026 ~ Todd Christensen, Director of Marketing at Chevrolet Motorsports 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.

8 min
May 29, 2026Episode 9751
Michael Montri, Detroit Grand Prix President

May 29, 2026 ~ Michael Montri, Detroit Grand Prix 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.

7 min
May 29, 2026Episode 9750
Patrick Wright, CEO of Racing for Kids

May 29, 2026 ~ Patrick Wright, CEO of Racing for Kids 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.

8 min
May 29, 2026Episode 9749
Michael Young, Announcer on the INDYCAR Radio Network

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.

10 min
May 29, 2026Episode 9748
John Doonan, IMSA Racing Series President

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.

8 min
May 29, 2026Episode 9747
Letty Azar, Grand Prix VP of Community Affairs

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.

1 hr 6 min
May 28, 2026Episode 9745
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ May 28, 2026 ~ Full Show

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.

6 min
May 28, 2026Episode 9744
Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber

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.

5 min
May 28, 2026Episode 9743
Warren Evans, Wayne County Executive and Assad Turfe, Deputy Wayne County Executive

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.

2 min
May 28, 2026Episode 9742
Rachel Stewart, CEO Gardner White

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.

3 min
May 28, 2026Episode 9741
David Jurcak, President of the Grand Hotel

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.

4 min
May 28, 2026Episode 9740
Aric Nesbitt, Michigan Senate Minority Leader, Republican Gubernatorial Candidate

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.

10 min
May 28, 2026Episode 9739
Governor Gretchen Whitmer

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.

4 min
May 28, 2026Episode 9738
Neil MacKinnon, President Central Michigan University

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.

2 min
May 28, 2026Episode 9737
David Coulter, Oakland County Executive

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.

3 min
May 28, 2026Episode 9736
Katrina McCree, new CEO of THAW, The Heat and Warmth Fund

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.

4 min
May 28, 2026Episode 9735
Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel

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.

3 min
May 28, 2026Episode 9734
Ora Hirsch Pescovitz President of Oakland University

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.

4 min
May 28, 2026Episode 9733
Former Attorney General Mike Cox Now Running for Governor

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.

9 min
May 28, 2026Episode 9732
Senator Gary Peters

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.

21 min
May 28, 2026Episode 9746
Paul W. Smith w/ Estate Planning Legal Services

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.

1 hr 4 min
May 27, 2026Episode 9730
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ May 27, 2026 ~ Full Show

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.