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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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00:07:16

America 250 Michigan Made Henry Ford and the Automobile

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2026/10/06

October 6, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News, America 250 Michigan Made: Henry Ford and the automobile. 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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00:08:03

Should We Be Worried About The Plague

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2026/10/06

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00:06:00

President Trump Says Threat from Iran Led to Bombers...

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2026/10/06

October 6, 2026 ~ Jonathan Savage, Fox News Correspondents and WJR Contributor. President Trump says threat from Iran led to bombers being pulled from UK air base. 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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00:06:39

Obama to Campaign in Michigan, First Gubernatorial...

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2026/10/06

October 6, 2026 ~ Dennis Darnoi, Founder of Densar Consulting. President Obama to campaign with Benson and El-Sayed. Jocelyn Benson and John James to debate tonight. 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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01:07:33

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ October 5, 2026

Focus with Paul W. Smith ·

2026/10/05

October 5, 2026 ~ Will this year's election be a repeat of 2018? Latest in Cornell rape investigation. New details on co-pilot who tried to hijack plane. Is there a serial killer loose in Lansing? Devin Scillian talks about his new play. Lions fall to 2-2 after losing to the Panthers and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:06:25

Lions Lose to Carolina 32-26

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2026/10/05

October 5, 2026 ~ Lomas Brown Jr., Detroit Lions Legend, co-host of “Sports Wrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino” weeknights at 6, color analyst for the Detroit Lions Radio Network. Lions lose to the Carolina Panthers 32-26. 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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00:10:46

Devin Scillian on His Play "Bastard" at the Purple...

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2026/10/05

October 5, 2026 ~ Devin Scillian, Retired Legendary Anchor at WDIV Local 4, Journalist, author, musician and now playwright discusses his play “Bastard” running through December at Jeff Daniels’s Purple Rose Theater in Chelsea. 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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00:06:22

Is There a Serial Killer in Lansing?

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2026/10/05

October 5, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News on the string of murders of homeless people that have taken place over the past few months. 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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00:08:11

Latest on Cornell Investigation and Co-Pilot Who...

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2026/10/05

October 5, 2026 ~ Andy Arena, Director of the Detroit Crime Commission, Former Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Detroit office. Latest on Cornell rape investigation. New details on co-pilot who attempted to hijack plane. 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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00:09:41

Will This Year's Election Be a Repeat of 2018?

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2026/10/05

October 5, 2026 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News, co-author of “The Civility Book A Guide to Building Bridges Across the Political Divide” by Nolan Finley and Stephen Henderson With Lynne Golodner, discusses his latest column “This Election Smells A lot Like 2018.” 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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01:06:42

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ October 2, 2026 ~ Full Show

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2026/10/03

October 2, 2026 ~ President Trump says Iran may have been behind attempted hijacking in Middle East. Sprint to the primary a month out. Parents of toddler who brought gun to preschool charged. Republican leader calling for supporters to vote early. State Senate does not take up gas tax holiday. Riger reviews Digger and Verity plus the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data

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00:11:03

Riger Reviews It: Digger and Veritas

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2026/10/03

October 2, 2026 ~ Dave Riger of Riger Reviews It reviewing “Digger” and “Verity” both in theaters. 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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00:10:10

Senator Aric Nesbitt on Early Voting and State Gas...

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2026/10/03

October 2, 2026 ~ State Senator Aric Nesbitt R-20th district, Michigan Senate Minority Leader wrote an oped in the Detroit News about early voting. Senate does not take up bill for state gas tax holiday. 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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00:26:36

DTE Energy | Focus with Paul W. Smith

Focus with Paul W. Smith ·

2026/10/02

October 2nd, 2026 ~ Paul W. Smith sits down with Jeremy Cappello, John Marks, and Todd Keel to discuss DTE's Energy Efficiency Program and how it can benefit all of their customers. 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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00:06:00

Sailing Grace the Catholic Cruise

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2026/10/02

October 2, 2026 ~ John Hale, President Corporate Travel, launching Sailing Grace: the Catholic Culture Cruise. 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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00:06:15

Parents of Toddler Who Brought Gun to Daycare Center...

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2026/10/02

October 2, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News. Two parents charged after toddler brings loaded gun to Canton Twp daycare center. 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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00:22:10

Estate Planning Legal Services | Paul W. Smith

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2026/10/02

October 2, 2026 ~ Paul W. Smith connects once again 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.

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00:10:38

Sprint Towards Midterm and Trump Says Iran May Be...

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2026/10/02

October 2, 2026 ~ Tim Walberg, Republican Congressman 7th District. President Trump says Iran may have been involved in attempted hijacking. Midterm blitz is on just over a month out. 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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01:07:25

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ October 1, 2026 ~ Full Show

Focus with Paul W. Smith ·

2026/10/01

October 1, 2026 ~ Latest in attempted high jacking in the Middle East. Latest in the Cornell rape accusations. Woman survives two doses of lethal injection. Registering to vote via 3rd party puts info at risk. What's at stake in this year's Michigan Supreme Court Elections and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:08:20

What's At Stake in This Year's Michigan Supreme Court...

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2026/10/01

October 1, 2026 ~ Barry Conybeare, President The Michigan Association for Justice, what’s at stake in this year’s Michigan Supreme Court Elections? 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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