Focus with Paul W. Smith
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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...
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1785 episodis
Autotown on WJR
June 12, 2026 ~ Autotown host Jamie Butters talks with Paul W about his new show heard Saturday mornings at 7am on WJR. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWi...
Bringing Soccer to the United States
June 12, 2026 ~ Author Roger Faulkner talks to Paul W about his new book, "You Can't Get There from Here: My Soccer Journey from Derby to Detroit" and...
The 2026 Rocket Classic
June 12, 2026 ~ Rocket Entertainment COO and Rocket Classic Tournament Director Mark Hollis previews the upcoming 2026 Rocket Classic with Paul W. Hos...
The Bridge is NOT Open Yet
June 12, 2026 ~ Detroit New Editorial Page Editor Nolan Finley chats with Paul W about the Gordie Howe Bridge opening being delayed. Hosted by Simplec...
June 12, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW
June 12, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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The "Cadillac" Pensions
June 11, 2026 ~ Detroit News reporter Beth LeBlanc talks with Paul W about how 41 former Michigan lawmakers are collecting six-figure 'Cadillac' pensi...
Gas Prices in Michigan
June 11, 2026 ~ GasBuddy Head of Petroleum Analysis Patrick DeHaan chats with Paul W about how gas prices rise or lower depending on what is happening...
June 11, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW
June 11, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Free Life Jackets
June 11, 2026 ~ Gardner White CEO Rachel Stewart and Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel spoke with Paul W about a special event happening on June 17t...
June 10, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW
June 10, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Checking Account Bonuses
June 10, 2026 ~ Detroit Free Press Personal Finance Columnist Susan Tompor talks with Paul W about shopping around when looking for a checking account...
Deaths at the Michigan Women's Prison
June 10, 2026 ~ US Congresswoman, Michigan's 6th District Debbie Dingell chats with Paul W about the 3 deaths at Michigan's women's prison. Hosted by...
A Hot Restaurant in Birmingham
June 10, 2026 ~ Bella Piatti Restaurant in Birmingham Owner Nick Curtraro and General Manager Kevin Mazziotta join Paul W to talk about this fantastic...
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ June 9, 2026 ~ Full Show
June 9, 2026 ~ Paul W. Smith broadcasts live from the Dow Championship at Midland Country Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://...
Jim Fitterling, Current Chair and Chief Executive Officer at Dow
June 9, 2026 ~ Jim Fitterling, Current Chair and Chief Executive Officer at Dow joins Paul W. Smith live from the Dow Championship. Hosted by Simpleca...
America 250 Michigan Made
June 9, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News debuts her first special reports on America 250: Michigan Made. Hosted by S...
Karen Carter, incoming Chief Operating Officer at Dow
June 9, 2026 ~ Karen Carter, incoming Chief Executive Officer at Dow joins Paul W. Smith live from the Dow Championship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsW...
Sarah White, Epson Tour Professional
June 9, 2026 ~ Sarah White, Epson Tour Professional joins Paul W. Smith live from the Dow Championship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...
Matt Felan, Chief Executive Officer, Migizi
June 9, 2026 ~ Matt Felan, Chief Executive Officer, Migizi joins Paul W. Smith live from the Dow Championship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compan...
Ribbon Cutting and Opening Date Announced for Gordie Howe Bridge
June 9, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for The Detroit News discussing some good news on the Gordie Howe Bridge. Hosted by Simplec...
Gregory Grocholski and Josh Grocholski, Owners, Sandy Ridge Golf Course
June 9, 2026 ~ Gregory Grocholski and Josh Grocholski, Owners, Sandy Ridge Golf Course joins Paul W. Smith live from the Dow Championship. Hosted by S...
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ June 8, 2026 ~ Full Show
June 8, 2026 ~ Paul W. Smith broadcasts live from the Detroit Economic Club meeting featuring Senator Elissa Slotkin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...
Arn Tellem, Vice Chairman of the Detroit Pistons
June 8, 2026 ~ Arn Tellem, Vice Chairman of the Detroit Pistons joins Paul W. Smith live at the Detroit Economic Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWiz...
Tarek Sobh, President and Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Lawrence Technological University
June 8, 2026 ~ Tarek Sobh, President and Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Lawrence Technological University joins Paul W. Smith liv...
12 People Shot During Festival in Toledo
June 8, 2026 ~ Mike Bouchard, Oakland County Sheriff discusses 12 People Shot During Festival in Toledo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...
Iran and Israel Exchange Strikes for First Time Since April
June 8, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the fighting between Israel and Iran that threatens the current c...
Senator Elissa Slotkin
June 8, 2026 ~ Senator Elissa Slotkin joins Paul W. Smith live from the Detroit Economic Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://p...
Tricia Keith, President and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
June 8, 2026 ~ Tricia Keith, President and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan joins Paul W. Smith live from the Detroit Economic Club. Hosted b...
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ June 5, 2026 ~ Full Show
June 5, 2026 ~ Senate votes for immigration enforcement. Trump says Bill Pulte's new role is temporary. Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson, Democrat...
Riger Reviews It ~ Power Ballad and Michael Jackson the Verdict
June 5, 2026 ~ Dave Riger reviews Power Ballad in theaters and Michael Jackson The Verdict. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm....
Man Arrested for Threatening to Kill Governor Whitmer and Shoot Up Capitol
June 5, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News discusses recent threats made against Governor Whitmer and the Capitol in L...
Could We See Damaging El Ninos This Summer?
June 5, 2026 ~ Meteorologist Scott Lawrimore, General Manager of The Weather Channel radio network discusses this summer's El Ninos and how dangerous...
Chris Swanson on Last Night's One Person Fox 2 Debate
June 5, 2026 ~ Chris Swanson, Genesee County Sheriff, Democrat Gubernatorial Candidate discusses his participation in a solo Democrat Gubernatorial de...
Senate Votes for Immigration Enforcement and Trump Says Pulte New Role is Temprary
June 5, 2026 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News, co-author of “The Civility Book A Guide to Building Bridges Across the Politi...
Cars & Cigars Smoke Detroit 2026
June 4, 2026 ~ 760 WJR’s Paul W. Smith, Lomas Brown, and Anthony Bellino broadcast live from the Celani Family Foundation’s Cars & Cigars Smoke Detroi...
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 minute...
Rainbow Connection Awards 20 New Scholarships
June 4, 2026 ~ Ingrid Todt, executive director, Rainbow Connection discusses the 25 new scholarships they awarded this morning. Hosted by Simplecast,...
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...
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...
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 Sim...