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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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00:07:53

Senator Peters on Overseas Trip and Letter to Trump...

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2026/02/26

February 26, 2026 ~ Senator Gary Peters D-Michigan checks in with Paul about his trip overseas and his appeal to President Trump about the Gordie Howe Bridge. 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

Governor Whitmer Gives Final State of the State

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2026/02/26

February 26, 2026 ~ Ron Robinson, State Representative R-58th former news anchor and reporter at WJR reacts to Governor Whitmer's State of the State address. 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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01:06:58

Focus with Paul W Smith ~ February 25, 2026 ~ Full Show

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2026/02/25

February 25, 2026 ~ Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber previews Governor Whitmer's final State of the State address with Michigan's business and political leaders. 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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00:08:25

Megan Spanitz and Glenn Stevens

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2026/02/25

February 25, 2026 ~ Megan Spanitz Chief Operating Officer and Chief Strategy Officer, Detroit Regional Chamber and Glenn Stevens, Executive Director, MichAuto; Chief Automotive and Innovation Officer, Detroit Regional Chamber join Sandy Baruah to preview tonight's State of the State address. 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

Matt Hall, Speaker of the House, Michigan

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2026/02/25

February 25, 2026 ~ Matt Hall, Speaker of the House, Michigan (R-Richland Township) joins Sandy Baruah ahead of tonight's State of the State address. 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

Jim Holcomb, President and CEO, Michigan Chamber

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2026/02/25

February 25, 2026 ~ Jim Holcomb, President and CEO, Michigan Chamber looks ahead to Governor Whitmer's final State of the State address with Sandy Baruah. 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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00:08:31

Richard Czuba, Founder, Glengariff Group

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2026/02/25

February 25, 2026 ~ Richard Czuba, Founder, Glengariff Group discusses the chamber's latest polling with President and CEO Sandy Baruah. 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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00:08:32

Aric Nesbitt, Senate Republican Leader

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2026/02/25

February 25, 2026 ~ Aric Nesbitt, Senate Republican Leader, (R-Porter Twp.) Republican Gubernatorial Candidate previews Governor Whitmer's final State of the State Address with Sandy Baruah. 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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00:08:45

Ranjeev Puri, House Democratic Leader

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2026/02/25

February 25, 2026 ~ Ranjeev Puri, House Democratic Leader (D-Canton) talks to Sandy Baruah ahead of Governor Whitmer's final State of the State Address. 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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00:07:49

John Damoose, State Senator

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2026/02/25

February 25, 2026 ~ John Damoose, State Senator (R-Harbor Springs) joins Sandy Baruah to preview Governor Whitmer's State of the State Address. 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

Winnie Brinks, Senate Majority Leader

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2026/02/25

February 25, 2026 ~ Winnie Brinks, Senate Majority Leader D-Grand Rapids, joins Sandy Baruah ahead of Governor Whitmer's State of the State address. 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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01:03:16

Focus with Paul W Smith ~ February 24, 2026 ~ Full Show

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2026/02/24

February 24, 2026 ~ Chaos continues in Mexico. The Russia/Ukraine war started 4 years ago. Romulus city council says no to ICE facility. President Trump to deliver first State of the Union address of second term 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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00:08:17

President Trump to Deliver His First State of the...

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2026/02/24

February 24, 2026 ~ Aaron Kall, Director of Debate at the University of Michigan looks ahead to President Trump's State of the Union address. 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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00:09:26

WJR Teaming Up With Lomas Brown for Lomas Brown Jr...

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2026/02/24

February 24, 2026 ~ Lomas Brown Jr., Detroit Lions Legend, co-host of “Sports Wrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino” weeknights at 6, color analyst for the Detroit Lions Radio Network discusses this summer's golf outing. 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

Looking Ahead to the Bed and Bread Radiothon

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2026/02/24

February 24, 2026 ~ Jamie Winker, executive director of the Salvation Army Great Lakes Harbor Light System looks ahead to this week's Bed and Bread radiothon. 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

Romulus City Council Rejects ICE Facility

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2026/02/24

February 24, 2025 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the ongoing battle over and ICE facility in Romulus. 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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00:07:15

Latest on Violence in Mexico, 4 Years of Ukraine...

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2026/02/24

February 24, 2026 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Ret. Lt Colonel in the US Army discusses chaos in Mexico and 4 year anniversary of the Russia/Ukraine War. 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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01:06:28

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ February 23, 2026 ~ Full Show

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2026/02/23

February 23, 2026 ~ What's next for Trump tariffs? TSA reverses decision to suspend PreCheck. US Men's Hockey brings home the gold. Matthew Maroun donated $1 million to pro-Trump pack a month before he threatened to block the opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge. US issues shelter in place order to Americans due to unrest in Mexico. Armed man killed by secret service at Mar-A-Lago and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information

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00:04:36

Chaos in Mexico and Armed Man Killed by Secret...

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2026/02/23

February 23, 2026 ~ Andy Arena, Director of the Detroit Crime Commission and Former Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Detroit Office discusses the chaos in Mexico after the death of a cartel kingpin and an armed man being killed by secret service trying to get into Mar-a-Lago. 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

What Effect Will SCOTUS Tariff Ruling Have on Auto...

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2026/02/23

February 23, 2026 ~ Paul Eisenstein, Editor of Headlight.News discusses what kind of effect Friday's SCOTUS decision will have on the auto industry. 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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