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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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00:09:45

Ron Hall Jr. CEO Bridgewater Interiors

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2026/01/13

January 13, 2026 ~ Ron Hall Jr, CEO Bridgewater Interiors talk to Jeff Donofrio and Ryan Goldberg 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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00:08:51

Rachel Stewart CEO of Gardner White

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2026/01/13

January 13, 2026 ~ Rachel Stewart, CEO of Gardner White joins Jeff Donofrio and Ryan Goldberg 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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01:19:28

Focus with Paul W Smith ~ January 12, 2026 ~ Full Show

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2026/01/12

January 12, 2026 ~ Fed Chair Jerome Powell says DOJ is investigating him. Sergei Federov checks in ahead of his jersey being retired. Michigan names new President. Arrests and protests continue over the weekend after new video released. US weighing military action against Iran and the day's biggest headlines. 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

Doron Levin Back from Israel and Talking Iran

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2026/01/12

January 12, 2026 ~ Doron Levin, Freelance Journalist, born in Israel, served in Israeli military discusses his 3 part series in the Detroit News and the latest in tensions between the United States and Iran. 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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00:11:47

Arrests and Protests Continue in Minneapolis as New...

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2026/01/12

January 12, 2026 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard discusses the latest out of Minneapolis. 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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00:10:19

Michigan Names Syracuse Chancellor Kent Syverud...

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2026/01/12

January 12, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses Michigan's new President Kent Syverud. 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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00:10:14

Sergei Fedorov on Having His Jersey Retired by the...

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2026/01/12

January 12, 2026 ~ Red Wings great, hockey hall of famer Sergei Federov talks to Paul hours before his jersey is retired by the team. 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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00:09:46

Jerome Powell says he is Being Investigated by the DOJ

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2026/01/12

January 12, 2026 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses Fed Chair Jerome Powell saying DOJ is investigating him. 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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01:17:31

Focus with Paul W Smith ~ January 9, 2026 ~ Full Show

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2026/01/09

January 9, 2026 ~ House votes to extend Obamacare subsidies. Latest on shootings in Minnesota and Portland. NASA bringing astronauts home. Senate votes to limit Trump's war time powers. Internet in Iran cut off and the day's biggest headlines. 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

Riger Reviews Greenland 2 and The Pitt Season 2

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2026/01/09

January 9, 2026 ~ Dave Riger reviews Greenland 2 Migration and The Pitt Season 2. 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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00:00:29

Senate Votes to Limit Trump's Power in Venezuela,...

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2026/01/09

January 9, 2026 ~ Peter Meijer, former congressman and army veteran discusses the senate vote to limit Trump's powers in Venezuela and protests in Iran. 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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00:10:25

NASA Bringing ISS Crew Home for Medical Reasons

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2026/01/09

January 9, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News on NASA bringing astronauts home due to illness. 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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00:09:18

Sheriff Swanson on Shootings in Minneapolis and Portland

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2026/01/09

January 9, 2026 ~ Chris Swanson, Genesee County Sheriff, Democrat Gubernatorial Candidate gives his perspective on the shootings involving federal officers in Minneapolis and Portland Oregon. 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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00:09:48

Charity Preview Jr. Supporting Young Patients

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2026/01/09

January 9, 2026 ~ Luanne Thomas Ewald, Chief Operating Officer C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital University of Michigan Health and Todd Szott, Chair of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show discuss tonight's Charity Preview Junior. 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

House Votes to Extend Obamacare Subsidies

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2026/01/09

January 9, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses the House voting to extend Obamacare subsidies. 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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01:17:03

Focus with Paul W Smith ~ January 8, 2026 ~ Full Show

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2026/01/08

January 8, 2026 ~ Latest from Minneapolis. Jocelyn Benson rolls out healthcare affordability agenda. Detroit homicides fall to 60 year low. Aric Nesbitt calls for audit of state childcare program. AG Nessel calls GOP cutting $645 million from budget unconstitutional. House set to vote on Obamacare subsidies and the day's biggest headlines. 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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00:08:33

Aric Nesbitt Calling for Audit of State Childcare...

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2026/01/08

January 8, 2026 ~ Aric Nesbitt, Michigan Senate Minority Leader and Republican Gubernatorial Candidate discusses his calls to audit state childcare program and AG Nessel calling $645 million unconstitutional. 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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00:09:59

Genevieve Peters Scott Republican Senate Candidate

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2026/01/08

January 8, 2026 ~ Genevieve Peters Scott Republican Senate Candidate joins Paul W. to talk about her campaign. 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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00:08:54

Detroit Homicides Falls to 60 Decade Low

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2026/01/08

January 8, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News has some positive numbers about Detroit homicides. 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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00:10:36

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson Rolls Out...

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2026/01/08

January 8, 2026 ~ Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate discusses her healthcare affordability agenda with 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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