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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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00:08:42

Local Meijer Clerk Goes Viral Receives $1.7 Million...

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2025/12/09

December 9, 2025 ~ Edmund Bambas, 88 year old Meijer clerk who had to go back to work after losing his pension and taking care of his sick wife received $1.7 million from GoFundMe that was started after a video of him telling his story went viral. 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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01:03:48

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

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2025/12/08

December 8, 2025 ~ Paul W Smith broadcasts live from Soundboard inside Motor City Casino for the Detroit Economic Club's exit interview with Mayor Mike Duggan. 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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00:05:07

Sam Klemet, Executive Director of The Detroit Auto...

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2025/12/08

December 8, 2025 ~ Sam Klemet, Executive Director of The Detroit Auto Show and Detroit Auto Dealers Association 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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00:08:12

Hussein Berry, Vice President Airport Operations DTW,...

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2025/12/08

December 8, 2025 ~ Hussein Berry, Vice President Airport Operations DTW, Delta Airlines 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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00:06:53

Congressman Barrett on Securing the Release of Hmong...

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2025/12/08

December 8, 2025 ~ Tom Barrett, Congressman R-7th District discusses how he secured the release of a Hmong refugee who was wrongfully detained. 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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00:06:50

Melanie Duquesnel's New Job

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2025/12/08

December 8, 2025 ~ Melanie Duquesnel, former President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau discusses her new job as CEO of United Community Family Services -Chaldean American Ladies of Charity. 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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00:07:47

SCOTUS to Hear Arguments over fired FTC Commissioner,...

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2025/12/08

December 8, 2025 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses SCOTUS hearing case over FTC Commissioner Trump fired, Trump says he may intervene in Netflix deal. 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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00:06:29

Tricia Keith, President and CEO of BCBSM

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2025/12/08

December 8, 2025 ~ Tricia Keith, President and CEO of BCBSM joins Paul 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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00:09:31

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan Before his Exit Interview

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2025/12/08

December 8, 2025 ~ Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan joins Paul before his exit interview in front of 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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01:02:18

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

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2025/12/05

December 5, 2025 ~ SCOTUS allows Texas to keep congressional maps. Admiral who ordered second drug boat strikes answers lawmaker questions. DC pipe bomb suspect arrested. Lions beat Cowboys. John James on Gubernatorial polling and his bill to put age limits on the app store 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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00:06:23

Congressman John James Introduces Bill to Put Age...

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2025/12/05

December 5, 2025 ~ John James Congressman R-10th District, Republican Gubernatorial Candidate discusses his bill to put age limits on the app store and the latest polling that shows him ahead in the Gubernatorial race. 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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00:09:44

Riger Reviews 5 Nights at Freddy's and Stranger...

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2025/12/05

December 5, 2025 ~ Dave Riger reviews 5 Nights at Freddy's and Stranger Things Season 5. 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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00:06:22

WJR Digital Sports Reporter Nick Lundberg on Lions...

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2025/12/05

December 5, 2025 ~ WJR Digital Sports Director Nick Lundberg breaks down the Lions win 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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00:09:32

Frankie Scinta Coming to Andiamo Celebrity Showroom

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2025/12/05

December 5, 2025 ~ Frankie Scinta, The Showman previews his performance at Andiamo Celebrity Showroom. 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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00:05:25

Paul is Joined by The Three Ghosts from a Christmas...

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2025/12/05

December 5, 2025 ~ Mary Magyari Spirit of Christmas Past, Tamara Della Anderson Spirit of Christmas Present and Sean Ryan Spirit of Christmas Future discuss "A Christmas Carol" running from now through December 24th at Meadow Brook Theatre. 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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00:07:04

DC Bombing Suspect Arrested After Nearly 5 Years

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2025/12/05

December 5, 2025 ~ Michael Bullotta of Bullotta Law, Federal Criminal Defense Attorney and Former Federal Prosecutor discusses the arrest of the DC pipe bomb suspect. 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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00:07:39

SCOTUS Allows Texas to Keep Maps and Drug Boat...

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2025/12/05

December 5, 2025 ~ 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 SCOTUS allowing Texas to keep congressional maps and the Admiral who authorized second drug boat strike face questioning on Capitol Hill. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal

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00:58:31

Focus with Paul W Smith ~ December 4, 2025 ~ Full Show

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2025/12/04

December 4, 2025 ~ Pentagon watchdog group says Hegseth endangered troops with signal app messages. President Trump rolls back Biden era fuel economy standards. Checking in with Detroit PAL. Large turnout for a virtual hearing over new data center in Saline Township 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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00:07:28

Lingenfelter Collection Hosting 6th Annual Toy Drive

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2025/12/04

December 4, 2025 ~ Ken Lingenfelter, Owner of the Lingenfelter Collection talks about his holiday open house and toy drive this weekend. 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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00:06:47

Large Turnout for Last Night's Virtual Hearing on...

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2025/12/04

December 4, 2025 ~ Summer Ballentine, Reporter for the Detroit News talks about the battle over a new AI date center out in Saline Township. 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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