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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 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
Focus with Paul W. SmithKatherine Bussard, Salt and Light Global
April 21, 2026 ~ Katherine Bussard, Salt and Light Global joins Kelly Cobb and Kaitlyn Buss in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithVance Ginn, Ginn Economic Consulting and Former Chief Economist at the White House Office of Management and Budget
April 21, 2026 ~ Vance Ginn, Ginn Economic Consulting and Former Chief Economist at the White House Office of Management and Budget joins Kelly Cobb and…
Focus with Paul W. SmithTim Golding, State Director AFP Michigan
April 21, 2026 ~ Tim Golding, State Director AFP Michigan joins Kelly Cobb and Kaitlyn Cobb in for Paul W Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithAdrian Hemond, CEO, Grassroots Midwest
April 21, 2026 ~ Adrian Hemond, CEO, Grassroots Midwest joins Kelly Cobb and Kaitlyn Buss in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithFocus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 20, 2026 ~ Full Show
April 20, 2026 ~ Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of Detroit Regional Chamber fills in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithMary Sheffield Mayor of Detroit
April 20, 2026 ~ Mary Sheffield, Mayor of Detroit joins Sandy Baruah in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithJeff Donofrio, President and CEO Business Leaders for Michigan
April 20, 2026 ~ Jeff Donofrio, President and CEO Business Leaders for Michigan joins Sandy Baruah in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz…
Focus with Paul W. SmithBob Riney, President and CEO of Henry Ford Health
April 20, 2026 ~ Bob Riney President and CEO of Henry Ford Health joins Sandy Baruah in for Paul W Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithCarolyn Cassin and Megan Spanitz
April 20, 2026 ~ Carolyn Cassin, President and CEO of Michigan Women Forward and Megan Spanitz, Chief Strategy and Chief Operating Officer at the Detroit…
Focus with Paul W. SmithDave Jurzak, President of the Grand Hotel
April 20, 2026 ~ Dave Jurzak, President of the Grand Hotel joins Sandy Baruah in for Paul W Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithMike Duggan, Independent Candidate for Governor
April 20, 2026 ~ Mike Duggan, Independent Candidate for Governor checks in with Sandy Baruah in for Paul W. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithNancy Tellum, Co-Founder BasBlue
April 20, 2026 ~ Nancy Tellum, Co-Founder Basblue discusses 2027 Final Four, BasBlue updates and the Coney initiative with Sandy Baruah i for Paul. Hosted by…
Focus with Paul W. SmithFocus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 17, 2026 ~ Full Show
April 17, 2026 ~ Mike Parsons in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection…
Focus with Paul W. SmithRiger Reviews it: Lorne and Normal
April 17, 2026 ~ Dave Riger reviews Lorne, the documentary on SNL creator Lorne Michaels in theaters and Normal starring Bob Odenkirk also in theaters. Hosted…
Focus with Paul W. SmithApril is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April 17, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of News and Community Affairs on Sexual Assault Awareness Month, highlighting resources, survivor support, and…
Focus with Paul W. SmithNumber One Seed Pistons Ready to Roll
April 17, 2026 ~ Justin Valentine, Nick Lundberg, and Bethann Long team up in studio to preview the Pistons’ postseason run as they await the winner of Magic…
Focus with Paul W. SmithWater Less Than 5 Inches from Top of Cheboyogan Dam
April 17, 2026 ~ State Rep. Cam Cavitt joins the show to discuss the latest developments surrounding the Cheboygan lock and dam, why it matters to all of…
Focus with Paul W. SmithCeasefire in the Middle East
April 17, 2026 ~ Former adviser to Saudi Arabia, Dr. Frank Richter, offers expert insight into the newly reached 10‑day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon…
Focus with Paul W. SmithFocus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 16, 2026 ~ Full Show
April 16, 2026 ~ Mark Hollis fills in for Paul W. Smith live from the Detroit Economic Club Event "Lions on the Clock" live from Soundboard Inside the Motor…
Focus with Paul W. SmithDave Birkett, Sportswriter for the Detroit Free Press
April 16, 2026 ~ Dave Birkett, Sportswriter for the Detroit Free Press joins Mark Hollis in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithKen Hayward, Visit Detroit Chief Operating Officer
April 16, 2026 ~ Ken Hayward, Visit Detroit Chief Operating Officer joins Mark Hollis in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithLori Powe, Owner NBS Commercial Interiors
April 16, 2026 ~ Lori Powe, Owner NBS Commercial Interiors joins Mark Hollis in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithDan Miller, Fox 2 Sports Director, Play by Play Voice of the Detroit Lions
April 16, 2026 ~ Dan Miller, Fox 2 Sports Director, Play by Play Voice of the Detroit Lions joins Mark Hollis in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an…
Focus with Paul W. SmithBrendan Quinn, Senior Enterprise Writer at the Athletic
April 16, 2026 ~ Brendan Quinn, Senior Enterprise Writer at the Athletic joins Mark Hollis in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithAnn Thomas, Program Director WJR, Host and Executive Producer of Women Who Lead
April 16, 2026 ~ Ann Thomas, Program Director WJR, Host and Executive Producer of Women Who Lead joins Mark Hollis in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast…
Focus with Paul W. SmithHussein Berry, VP Delta Airlines VP Airport Operations
April 16, 2026 ~ Hussein Berry, VP Delta Airlines VP Airport Operations joins Mark Hollis in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithTerry Rhadigan, Chairman Detroit Sports Commission, Presiding Officer for Today's DEC Event
April 16, 2026 ~ Terry Rhadigan, Chairman Detroit Sports Commission, Presiding Officer for Today's DEC Event joins Mark Hollis in for Paul W. Hosted by…
Focus with Paul W. SmithFocus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 15, 2026 ~ Full Show
April 15, 2026 ~ New Swalwell accusations come forward. TMZ launches DC Bureau. Trump says peace talks could resume very soon. Buddy's new CEO joins Brother…
Focus with Paul W. SmithHusband of Local Woman Lost at Sea Speaks Out
April 15, 2026 ~ Steve Dolunt, Retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief discusses Brian Hooker speaking out about his wife's disappearance while boating in the…
Focus with Paul W. SmithMetro Detroit Hit With Possible Overnight Tornadoes
April 15, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses powerful storms that hit metro Detroit last night. Hosted by Simplecast…
Focus with Paul W. SmithLatest on the Cheboygan Dam
April 15, 2026 ~ Beth LeBlanc, Reporter at the Detroit News has the latest on the Cheboygan Dam nearing flood stage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company…
Focus with Paul W. SmithBuddy's Pizza and Capuchins Team Up
April 15, 2026 ~ Juan Rojas, new CEO of Buddy’s Pizza and Brother Gary Wegner, Executive Director of the Capuchin Soup Kitchen discuss this year's "Slice for…
Focus with Paul W. SmithWill Peace Talks Resume This Week?
April 15, 2026 ~ Jonathan Savage, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses the latest in the Iran conflict. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz…
Focus with Paul W. SmithNew Swalwell Accuser Comes Forward, TMZ Launches DC Bureau
April 15, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses a new Swalwell accuser and TMZ's new foray into politics. Hosted by…
Focus with Paul W. SmithFocus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 14, 2026 ~ Full Show
April 14, 2026 ~ Two members of congress resign. Trump explains AI post. Cheboygan on verge of flood as dam fills with rain water. Has Hormuz blockade had any…
Focus with Paul W. SmithOakland County Conducting 9 Month Trial of Flock Surveillance Drones
April 14, 2026 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard discusses the new surveillance drones Oakland County will be experimenting with. Hosted by Simplecast, an…
Focus with Paul W. SmithAnthony Forlini Gets Republican Nomination for Secretary of State
April 14, 2026 ~ Anthony Forlini, Macomb County Clerk discusses his nomination for Secretary of State for the Republicans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz…
Focus with Paul W. SmithHas Trump's Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz Had Any Effect on the Markets
April 14, 2026 ~ David Sowerby, Managing Director and Portfolio Managing Director and portfolio manager at Ancora Bloomfield Hills discusses what, if any…
Focus with Paul W. SmithCheboygan Residents on Edge as Water Rises in Dam
April 14, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community and Affairs discusses the latest on the flooding in Cheboygan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz…
Focus with Paul W. SmithTwo Members of Congress Resign, Trump Deletes AI image
April 14, 2026 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News, co-author of “The Civility Book A Guide to Building Bridges Across the Political…
Focus with Paul W. SmithFocus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 13, 2026 ~ Full Show
April 13, 2026 ~ Jamie Edmonds has major announcement. President Trump feuds with Pope, threatens blockade on Strait of Hormuz. Rory wins 2nd straight Masters…
Focus with Paul W. SmithWhat's Next for Space Exploration After Artemis ii's Return to Earth
April 13, 2026 ~ Michael Narlock, The Cranbrook Institute's Head of Astronomy on the return of Artemis ii. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithSwatting Attack in Marine City and Mayor Sheffield Works with Teen Takeover
April 13, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News on the false hostage situation in Marine City yesterday and what Mayor Mary…
Focus with Paul W. SmithRory Wins Back to Back Masters
April 13, 2026 ~ Nick Lundberg, WJR Digital Sports Reporter recaps the masters and looks ahead to the Pistons playoff run. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz…
Focus with Paul W. SmithNew Book on 15 Lessons on Leadership
April 13, 2026 ~ Matthew Spence, Executive Coach and Leadership Consultant, discusses his book “Lessons from the wall: 15 Things I learned about leadership and…
Focus with Paul W. SmithPresident Trump Vows Blockade, Feuds with the Pope
April 13, 2026 ~ Peter Trumbore, Chair of Political Science at Oakland University and International Relations Expert discusses the blockade in the Strait of…
Focus with Paul W. SmithJamie Edmonds Makes Big Announcement
April 13, 2026 ~ Jamie Edmonds co-host of Jr Morning with Chris Lloyd and Jamie makes a major announcement on Focus with Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast…
Focus with Paul W. SmithFocus with Paul W Smith ~ April 10, 2026 ~ Full Show
April 10, 2026 ~ Chris Alberta in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection…
Focus with Paul W. SmithRiger Reviews It ~ Malcolm in the Middle Life's Still Unfair and Outcome on Apple TV
April 10, 2026 ~ Riger Reviews It, Malcolm in the Middle Life's Still Unfair and Outcome on Apple TV Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithAmbassador Jamieson Greer Touring Plants in Michigan and Ohio
April 10, 2026 ~ Ambassador Jamieson Greer Touring Plants in Michigan and Ohio and discusses it with Chris Alberta in for Paul. Hosted by Simplecast, an…
Focus with Paul W. SmithState Rep. Karen Whitsett Leaving Politics
April 10, 2026 ~ State Rep. Karen Whitsett talks about leaving politics with Chris Alberta in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithRonnie Sadka, Haub Family Professor Finance Department Chairperson Senior Associate Dean of Faculty Boston College
April 10, 2026 ~ Ronnie Sadka, Haub Family Professor Finance Department Chairperson Senior Associate Dean of Faculty Boston College talks to Chris Alberta in…
Focus with Paul W. SmithFocus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 9, 2026 ~ Full Show
April 9, 2026 ~ Dr. Robert Livernois is in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our…
Focus with Paul W. SmithRobert Brengman, Brengman Family Wines Traverse City, MI
April 9, 2026 ~ Robert Brengman, Brengman Family Wines Traverse City, MI joins Dr. Robert Livernois in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz…
Focus with Paul W. SmithProfessor Rachael Kohl, Wayne State University Professor
April 9, 2026 ~ Professor Rachael Kohl, Wayne State University Professor joins Dr. Robert Livernois in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz…
Focus with Paul W. SmithDr. Glenn Maleyko, State Superintendent, Michigan Department of Education
April 9, 2026 ~ Dr. Glenn Maleyko, State Superintendent, Michigan Department of Education joins Dr. Robert Livernois in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by…
Focus with Paul W. SmithDan Kildee, Former US Congressman
April 9, 2026 ~ Dan Kildee, Former US Congressman joins Dr. Robert Livernois in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithDr. Christian Greer, CEO Michigan Science Center
April 9, 2026 ~ Dr. Christian Greer, CEO Michigan Science Center joins Dr. Robert Livernois in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithPaul Wills, Plante Moran Realpoint
April 9, 2026 ~ Paul Wills, Plante Moran Realpoint joins Dr. Robert Livernois in for Paul W. Smith. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See…
Focus with Paul W. SmithRon Syme, Wakely Associates Architects & Janet Suchan, Vice-President of Clark Construction
April 9, 2026 ~ Ron Syme, Wakely Associates Architects & Janet Suchan, Vice-President of Clark Construction join Dr. Robert Livernois in for Paul W. Smith…