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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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01:10:25

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 16, 2026 ~ Full Show

Focus with Paul W. Smith ·

2026/04/16

April 16, 2026 ~ Mark Hollis fills in for Paul W. Smith live from the Detroit Economic Club Event "Lions on the Clock" live from Soundboard Inside the Motor City Casino. 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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00:09:07

Dave Birkett, Sportswriter for the Detroit Free Press

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2026/04/16

April 16, 2026 ~ Dave Birkett, Sportswriter for the Detroit Free Press joins Mark Hollis 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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00:05:28

Ken Hayward, Visit Detroit Chief Operating Officer

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2026/04/16

April 16, 2026 ~ Ken Hayward, Visit Detroit Chief Operating Officer joins Mark Hollis 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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00:09:31

Lori Powe, Owner NBS Commercial Interiors

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2026/04/16

April 16, 2026 ~ Lori Powe, Owner NBS Commercial Interiors joins Mark Hollis 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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00:08:02

Dan Miller, Fox 2 Sports Director, Play by Play Voice...

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2026/04/16

April 16, 2026 ~ Dan Miller, Fox 2 Sports Director, Play by Play Voice of the Detroit Lions joins Mark Hollis 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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00:07:42

Brendan Quinn, Senior Enterprise Writer at the Athletic

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2026/04/16

April 16, 2026 ~ Brendan Quinn, Senior Enterprise Writer at the Athletic joins Mark Hollis 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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00:09:42

Ann Thomas, Program Director WJR, Host and Executive...

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2026/04/16

April 16, 2026 ~ Ann Thomas, Program Director WJR, Host and Executive Producer of Women Who Lead joins Mark Hollis 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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00:09:08

Hussein Berry, VP Delta Airlines VP Airport Operations

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2026/04/16

April 16, 2026 ~ Hussein Berry, VP Delta Airlines VP Airport Operations joins Mark Hollis 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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00:08:13

Terry Rhadigan, Chairman Detroit Sports Commission,...

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2026/04/16

April 16, 2026 ~ Terry Rhadigan, Chairman Detroit Sports Commission, Presiding Officer for Today's DEC Event joins Mark Hollis 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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00:59:09

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 15, 2026 ~ Full Show

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2026/04/15

April 15, 2026 ~ New Swalwell accusations come forward. TMZ launches DC Bureau. Trump says peace talks could resume very soon. Buddy's new CEO joins Brother Gary Wegner from the Capuchins for the slice for life fundraiser. Latest on the Cheboygan dam. Bad weather pounds metro Detroit. Husband of local woman missing after boating accident in the Bahamas speaks out and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our

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00:06:26

Husband of Local Woman Lost at Sea Speaks Out

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2026/04/15

April 15, 2026 ~ Steve Dolunt, Retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief discusses Brian Hooker speaking out about his wife's disappearance while boating in the Bahamas. 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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00:04:24

Metro Detroit Hit With Possible Overnight Tornadoes

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2026/04/15

April 15, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses powerful storms that hit metro Detroit last night. 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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00:06:27

Latest on the Cheboygan Dam

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2026/04/15

April 15, 2026 ~ Beth LeBlanc, Reporter at the Detroit News has the latest on the Cheboygan Dam nearing flood stage. 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

Buddy's Pizza and Capuchins Team Up

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2026/04/15

April 15, 2026 ~ Juan Rojas, new CEO of Buddy’s Pizza and Brother Gary Wegner, Executive Director of the Capuchin Soup Kitchen discuss this year's "Slice for Life" fundraiser. 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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00:08:25

Will Peace Talks Resume This Week?

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2026/04/15

April 15, 2026 ~ Jonathan Savage, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses the latest in the Iran conflict. 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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00:07:19

New Swalwell Accuser Comes Forward, TMZ Launches DC...

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2026/04/15

April 15, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses a new Swalwell accuser and TMZ's new foray into politics. 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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00:47:18

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ April 14, 2026 ~ Full Show

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2026/04/14

April 14, 2026 ~ Two members of congress resign. Trump explains AI post. Cheboygan on verge of flood as dam fills with rain water. Has Hormuz blockade had any effect on the markets. Oakland County testing out surveillance drones 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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00:11:16

Oakland County Conducting 9 Month Trial of Flock...

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2026/04/14

April 14, 2026 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard discusses the new surveillance drones Oakland County will be experimenting with. 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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00:08:28

Anthony Forlini Gets Republican Nomination for...

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2026/04/14

April 14, 2026 ~ Anthony Forlini, Macomb County Clerk discusses his nomination for Secretary of State for the Republicans. 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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00:07:54

Has Trump's Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz Had Any...

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2026/04/14

April 14, 2026 ~ David Sowerby, Managing Director and Portfolio Managing Director and portfolio manager at Ancora Bloomfield Hills discusses what, if any effect the blockade on the Strait of Hormuz is having on the markets. 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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