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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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00:08:46

Iran and Israel Exchange Strikes for First Time Since...

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2026/06/08

June 8, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the fighting between Israel and Iran that threatens the current ceasefire. 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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00:09:02

Senator Elissa Slotkin

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2026/06/08

June 8, 2026 ~ Senator Elissa Slotkin joins Paul W. Smith live from the Detroit Economic Club. 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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00:07:48

Tricia Keith, President and CEO of Blue Cross Blue...

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2026/06/08

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 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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01:07:05

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ June 5, 2026 ~ Full Show

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2026/06/05

June 5, 2026 ~ Senate votes for immigration enforcement. Trump says Bill Pulte's new role is temporary. Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson, Democrat Gubernatorial Candidate for Governor discusses last night's solo debate on Fox 2. Are we in for bad El Nino weather this summer? Man arrested for threatening Gretchen Whitmer and the Capitol. Riger Reviews Power Ballad and Michael Jackson the Verdict plus the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See

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00:08:57

Riger Reviews It ~ Power Ballad and Michael Jackson...

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2026/06/05

June 5, 2026 ~ Dave Riger reviews Power Ballad in theaters and Michael Jackson The Verdict. 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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00:06:18

Man Arrested for Threatening to Kill Governor Whitmer...

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2026/06/05

June 5, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR’s Director of Community Affairs and News discusses recent threats made against Governor Whitmer and the Capitol in Lansing. 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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00:08:05

Could We See Damaging El Ninos This Summer?

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2026/06/05

June 5, 2026 ~ Meteorologist Scott Lawrimore, General Manager of The Weather Channel radio network discusses this summer's El Ninos and how dangerous they could be. 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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00:07:29

Chris Swanson on Last Night's One Person Fox 2 Debate

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2026/06/05

June 5, 2026 ~ Chris Swanson, Genesee County Sheriff, Democrat Gubernatorial Candidate discusses his participation in a solo Democrat Gubernatorial debate last night on Fox 2 after Jocelyn Benson declined invitation. 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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00:09:02

Senate Votes for Immigration Enforcement and Trump...

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2026/06/05

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 Political Divide” by Nolan Finley and Stephen Henderson With Lynne Golodner discusses the Senate vote to fund immigration enforcement and Trump saying Bill Pulte's new roll is only temporary. 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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01:58:59

Cars & Cigars Smoke Detroit 2026

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2026/06/05

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 Detroit at the Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill. This premier charity event blends exotic cars, premium cigars, fine dining, and live entertainment to support local charities serving underprivileged families and children across metro Detroit. Guests include Tom Celani (Founder, Celani Family Foundation), Dario Bergamo (Co-founder, Cars & Cigars

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01:05:44

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ June 4, 2026 ~ Full Show

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2026/06/04

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 minutes. Public voting for Michigan Sports Hall of Fame now open. National Donut day brings a new Dutch Girl location to the new center. Rainbow Connection awards 20 more scholarships 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

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00:07:32

Rainbow Connection Awards 20 New Scholarships

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2026/06/04

June 4, 2026 ~ Ingrid Todt, executive director, Rainbow Connection discusses the 25 new scholarships they awarded this morning. 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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00:08:37

New Dutch Girl Donuts Location and National Donut Day

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2026/06/04

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 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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00:08:26

House Votes to Limit Trump's War Powers

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2026/06/04

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

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00:07:57

Public Voting for Michigan Sports Hall of Fame Now Open

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2026/06/04

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 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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00:09:09

Latest in 60 Minutes CBS News Turmoil

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2026/06/04

June 4, 2026 ~ Bill Carey, former news director at WXYZ-TV, WCBS-TV and WBBM-TV discusses the firing of Scott Pelley from 60 minutes. 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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00:08:09

President Trump to Nominate Todd Blanche as AG...

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2026/06/04

June 4, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses President Trump nominating acting AG Todd Blanche for full time AG. 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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01:04:12

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ June 3, 2026 ~ Full Show

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2026/06/03

June 3, 2026 ~ Did Spencer Pratt survive the primary? Search for Lynette Hooker resumes. Are AI stocks boom or bust? Brad Galli on his new venture. Are kill switches coming to cars 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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00:07:21

Are Kill Switches Coming to a Car Near You?

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2026/06/03

June 3, 2026 ~ Ingrid Jacques, Columnist USA Today discusser her column “Kill switch' law means your next car could be watching you.” 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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00:07:32

Brad Galli Launching "The Brad Galli Show"

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2026/06/03

June 3, 2026 ~ Brad Galli, former WXYZ TV Sports Director, Three-time Michigan Sportscaster of the Year talks about his new venture "The Brad Galli Show." 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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