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Focus with Paul W. Smith

Cumulus Media Detroit

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.

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00:07:55

Gunman Kills 4 and Self at NYC Office Building

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2025/07/29

July 29, 2025 ~ Steve Dolunt, Retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief discusses the mass shooting at a NYC office building.

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00:10:15

Traverse City Stabbing Suspect Arraigned

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2025/07/29

July 29, 2025 ~ Todd Flood, Managing Partner at Flood Law PLLC, Host of "Behind the Bench" on WJR, suspect in Traverse City knife attack was arraigned yesterday.

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00:09:04

Heavy Rain Causes Flooding at Detroit Metro and in...

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2025/07/29

July 29, 2025 ~ WJR's Marie Osborne discusses heavy flooding in Macomb County and at Metro Airport yesterday.

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00:07:17

Kelly Wolgamott of Pure Michigan on Making the Most...

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2025/07/29

July 29, 2025 ~ Kelly Wolgamott, Vice President of Pure Michigan discusses how to make the most of the rest of summer.

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00:14:23

Mark Levin Discusses his new Book "On Power"

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2025/07/29

July 29, 2025 ~ Mark Levin, Fox News Host best selling author and syndicated radio host heard 9pm-midnight every weeknight on WJR discusses his new book "On Power."

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00:08:00

President Trump Talks Epstein and Israel on Overseas...

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2025/07/29

July 29, 2025 ~ Jonathan Savage, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor recaps day 2 of Donald Trump's European trip.

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01:19:03

Focus with Paul W Smith ~ July 28, 2025 ~ Full Show

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2025/07/28

July 28, 2025 ~ Latest on the knife attack in Traverse City. Congressman Tom Barrett is the first Republican lawmaker to call for the release of the Epstein files. Lions training camp update. President Trump releases education funds and strikes trade deal with Europe.

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00:09:13

Trump Strikes Trade Deal with EU, Continues Overseas...

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2025/07/28

July 28, 2025 ~ WJR's Marie Osborne discusses the trade deal President Trump made with the European Union.

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00:08:19

Trump Administration Releases Education Funds

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2025/07/28

July 28, 2025 ~ Andrew Brodie, Superintendent of Flat Rock Schools and Past President of the Michigan Association of Superintendent and Administrators discusses the Trump administration releasing education funds and how are districts preparing for the school year without a budget?

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00:09:16

Last Week of Lions Training Camp Heading into Preseason

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2025/07/28

July 28, 2025 ~ Nick Lundberg, WJR Digital Sports Reporter discusses the biggest stories to come out of Lions training camp heading into week 1 of the preseason.

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00:09:59

Congressman Tom Barrett First GOP Lawmaker to Call...

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2025/07/28

July 28, 2025 ~ Tom Barrett, Congressman R-7th District is the first Michigan Republican lawmaker to call for release of Epstein files. Introduced three bills to help veterans.

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00:09:08

11 People Hospitalized After Stabbing at Traverse...

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2025/07/28

July 28, 2025 ~ Ron Jolly, Morning Host WTCM NewsTalk 580 in Traverse City discusses the stabbing at the Traverse City Walmart over the weekend that injured 11 people.

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01:14:03

Focus with Paul W Smith ~ July 25, 2025 ~ Full Show

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2025/07/25

July 25, 2025 ~ Full Show. Mayor Mike Duggan gives us an update on fundraising for his gubernatorial campaign. Ghislaine Maxwell meets with the DOJ for a second day. Trump and Powell have tense exchange in front of reporters. Early voting in the primary for Detroit mayor starts this weekend. Fundraising event coming up at Fair Lane. Keeping your home AC working in the heat. Riger reviews Fantastic Four First Steps and Happy Gilmore 2. Lloyd Jackson is the new voice of the People Mover and the day's

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00:09:18

Lloyd Jackson is the New Voice of the People Mover

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2025/07/25

July 25, 2025 ~ Lloyd Jackson, co-host of JR Morning with Chris Lloyd and Jamie talks about his newest gig as the voice of the Detroit People Mover.

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00:07:27

Riger Reviews It ~ Reviewing Fantastic Four First...

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2025/07/25

July 25, 2025 ~ Dave Riger of Riger Reviews It talks Fantastic Four First Steps and Happy Gilmore 2.

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00:08:52

Making Sure Your AC is Running Well in the Heat

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2025/07/25

July 25, 2025 ~ Ken Calvary, the Outside Guy from the Inside Outside Guy talks about keeping your air conditioning working well during the summer heat.

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00:06:11

Fair Lane Home of Clara and Henry Ford Holding...

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2025/07/25

July 25, 2025 ~ Bob Bury, President and CEO of Fair Lane Home of Clara and Henry Ford discusses their annual fundraiser event "An Evening at Fair Lane" on August 27th.

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00:09:50

Early Voting for Detroit Mayor Begins this Weekend

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2025/07/25

July 25, 2025 ~ Stephen Henderson, Project Executive and Founder of Bridge Detroit, Host of American Black Journal on PBS talks early voting and discusses Bridge Detroit's mayoral voting guide.

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00:08:51

Ghislaine Maxwell Meets with DOJ Again and Trump Has...

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2025/07/25

July 25, 2025 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Assistant Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses Ghislaine Maxwell meeting with the DOJ for a second day and President Trump has tense exchange with Fed Chair Jerome Powell in front of reporters.

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00:12:33

Mayor Mike Duggan Raises $3.5 Million for Independent...

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2025/07/25

July 25, 2025 ~ Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan checks in from the campaign and discusses how fundraising is going in his bid for Governor.

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