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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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01:05:30

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 21, 2026 ~ Full Show

Focus with Paul W. Smith ·

2026/04/21

April 21, 2026 ~ Kelly William Cobb senior strategist at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy and Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News fill in for 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.

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00:07:00

Nicole Cook, Opinion Editor at the Detroit News

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2026/04/21

April 21, 2026 ~ Nicole Cook, Opinion Editor joins Kelly Cobb and Kaitlyn Buss in for 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.

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00:08:45

Katherine Bussard, Salt and Light Global

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2026/04/21

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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:08:36

Vance Ginn, Ginn Economic Consulting and Former Chief...

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2026/04/21

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 Kaitlyn Cobb in for 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.

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00:08:16

Tim Golding, State Director AFP Michigan

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2026/04/21

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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:08:45

Adrian Hemond, CEO, Grassroots Midwest

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2026/04/21

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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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01:07:47

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 20, 2026 ~ Full Show

Focus with Paul W. Smith ·

2026/04/20

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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:09:53

Mary Sheffield Mayor of Detroit

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2026/04/20

April 20, 2026 ~ Mary Sheffield, Mayor of Detroit joins Sandy Baruah in for 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.

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00:09:36

Jeff Donofrio, President and CEO Business Leaders for...

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2026/04/20

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 company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:09:11

Bob Riney, President and CEO of Henry Ford Health

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2026/04/20

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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:08:44

Carolyn Cassin and Megan Spanitz

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2026/04/20

April 20, 2026 ~ Carolyn Cassin, President and CEO of Michigan Women Forward and Megan Spanitz, Chief Strategy and Chief Operating Officer at the Detroit Regional Chamber discuss the Woman Up event with Sandy Baruah in for 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.

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00:07:07

Dave Jurzak, President of the Grand Hotel

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2026/04/20

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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:08:27

Mike Duggan, Independent Candidate for Governor

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2026/04/20

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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:09:12

Nancy Tellum, Co-Founder BasBlue

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2026/04/20

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 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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01:10:15

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 17, 2026 ~ Full Show

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2026/04/17

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 and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:08:43

Riger Reviews it: Lorne and Normal

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2026/04/17

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 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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00:08:08

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

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2026/04/17

April 17, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of News and Community Affairs on Sexual Assault Awareness Month, highlighting resources, survivor support, and the ongoing work being done across Michigan communities. 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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00:09:05

Number One Seed Pistons Ready to Roll

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2026/04/17

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 vs. Hornets. Expect analysis, match‑up talk, and fan‑focused energy. 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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00:09:04

Water Less Than 5 Inches from Top of Cheboyogan Dam

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2026/04/17

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 Michigan, and what comes next. 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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00:09:35

Ceasefire in the Middle East

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2026/04/17

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, explaining what it means for regional stability and U.S. interests. 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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