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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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00:08:44

Charlie Kirk's Impact on Politics

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2025/09/11

September 11, 2025 ~ Jason Roe, Principal of Roe Strategic reflects on Charlie Kirk's contribution to conservatism and politics.

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01:04:19

Focus with Paul W Smith ~ September 10, 2025 ~ Full Show

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2025/09/10

September 10, 2025 ~ Israel bombs inside Qatar. Poland shoots down Russian drones in it's airspace. We hear from Gubernatorial Candidates John James and Jocelyn Benson. Case against electors thrown out. SCOTUS agrees to hold speedy hearing on Trump's tariff power and the day's biggest headlines.

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00:04:49

SCOTUS to Hear Arguments on Trump Tariff Power

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2025/09/10

September 10th, 2025 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses the Supreme Court agreeing to a speedy hearing on Trump's tariff power and another court ruling Lisa Cook can remain a fed governor for now.

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00:11:51

Judge Dismisses Case Against 15 Electors

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2025/09/10

September 10, 2025 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor Detroit News discusses the case against 15 electors accused of trying to overturn 2020 election being dismissed by a judge.

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00:07:27

Jocelyn Benson on The Budget Battle

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2025/09/10

September 10, 2025 ~ Jocelyn Benson, Secretary of State of Democrat Gubernatorial Candidate talks about how the new budget and a shut down would affect her office.

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00:08:12

John James Pre 9/11 Reflections and Calling for end...

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2025/09/10

September 10, 2025 ~ Republican Congressman and Gubernatorial Candidate reflects on 9/11 which marks 21 year yesterday as well as gives his thoughts on ending cashless bail.

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00:05:32

Israel Bombs Inside Qatar, Poland Shoots Down Russian...

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2025/09/10

September 10, 2025 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Retired Lt. Colonel for the US Army discusses Israel bombing inside Qatar, an American ally and Poland shooting down Russian drones inside their airspace.

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01:00:33

Focus with Paul W Smith ~ September 9, 2025 ~ Full Show

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2025/09/09

September 9, 2025 ~ Epstein's Birthday Book released. Education Secretary McMahon visits Michigan. State wants $2.7 billion of UIA overpayment back. Brutal stabbing attack on Charlotte commuter train. Today is WJR Cares Day and the day's biggest headlines.

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00:07:14

WJR Cares Day Forgotten Harvest

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2025/09/09

September 9, 2025 ~ Chris Ivey, Chief Marketing Officer Forgotten Harvest joins Paul for WJR Cares Day.

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00:08:37

Latest on the Charlotte Commuter Train Stabbing

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2025/09/09

September 9, 2025 ~ Steve Dolunt, Retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief discusses the murder of Iryna Zarutska.

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00:03:58

Michigan Wants $2.7 Billion of UIA Overpayment Back

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2025/09/09

September 9, 2025 ~ WJR's Marie Osborne discusses Michigan wanting to get back $2.7 billion of UIA overpayments back.

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00:06:08

Secretary of Education Meets with Michigan Leaders

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2025/09/09

September 9, 2025 ~ State Representative Mark Tisdel R-Rochester Hills discusses his time with Education Secretary Linda McMahon yesterday.

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00:08:26

Epstein Birthday Book Released

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2025/09/09

September 9, 2025 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses the release of the infamous Epstein Birthday book.

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01:03:15

Focus with Paul W Smith ~ September 8, 2025 ~ Full Show

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2025/09/08

September 8, 2025 ~ Trial for attempted Trump shooter starts today. Lions and Michigan lose, MSU wins in double overtime. Russia hits government building in Ukraine after the largest airstrike of the war. Mike Rogers on his calls for Duggan to summon the national guard. Another weak jobs report and the day's biggest headlines.

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00:06:44

Second Straight Down Jobs Report Released on Friday

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2025/09/08

September 8, 2025 ~ David Sowerby, Managing Director and portfolio manager at Ancora Bloomfield Hills discusses the latest jobs report.

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00:07:51

Mike Rogers Calls for National Guard Assistance

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2025/09/08

September 8, 2025 ~ Mike Rogers, Veteran, Former FBI Agent, Chairman of the US Intelligence Committee and current Republican Senate Candidate discusses his calls for Mike Duggan to ask the National Guard to help fight crime in Detroit.

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00:06:04

Trump Threatens More Sanctions Against Russia After...

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2025/09/08

September 8, 2025 ~ Retired Brigadier General Doug "Odie" Slocum Former Air Wing Commander for the 127th Fighter Group at Selfridge Air National Guard Base discusses Russia hitting a Government building during the largest air attack since the war began.

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00:07:21

Lions and Michigan Lose MSU Wins in Overtime

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2025/09/08

September 8, 2025 ~ Nick Lundberg, WJR Digital Sports Reporter recaps this weekend's football action.

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00:58:01

Focus with Paul W Smith ~ September 5, 2025 ~ Full Show

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2025/09/05

September 5, 2025 ~ Paul W Smith Broadcasts live from the 42nd Annual Frankenmuth Auto Fest.

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00:06:15

Previewing the Northwood University International...

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2025/09/05

September 5, 2025 ~ Bella Smylie, Signature Events Chair, Ian Hart Classic Car Chair at Northwood University and Logan Wilmot After Market Vice Chair preview this year's auto show.

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