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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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00:08:39

DOJ Investigating Ilhan Omar's Finances

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2026/01/27

January 27, 2026 ~ Michael Bullotta of Bullotta Law, Federal Criminal Defense Attorney and Former Federal Prosecutor discusses the DOJ's investigation into Congresswoman Ilhan Omar. 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

Congressman Barrett's Blueprint for a Better America...

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2026/01/27

January 27, 2026 ~ Tom Barrett, Congressman R-7th District discusses his Blue Print for a Better America and weighs in on Minnesota. 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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00:06:55

US Moves Carrier Into Mideast Remains of Final...

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2026/01/27

January 27, 2026 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Ret. Lt. Colonel in the US Army discusses the US moving an aircraft carrier into the Mideast and the last remaining Israeli hostage remains being returned. 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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00:08:14

Changes Made in Minnesota

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2026/01/27

January 27, 2026 ~ Congresswoman Debbie Dingell discusses Tom Homan taking the lead in Minnesota. 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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01:17:49

Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ January 26, 2026 ~ Full Show

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2026/01/26

January 26, 2026 ~ Border agents shoot another person in Minneapolis. Super Bowl match up is set. Ford named most iconic company in American history. How much snow did we get this weekend? Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Canada 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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00:08:21

Team Penske Wins Third Consecutive Rolex 24 at Daytona

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2026/01/26

January 26, 2026 ~ Bud Denker, President of Penske Corporation discusses Team Penske's winning stream at Rolex 24 at Daytona. 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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00:08:21

How Much Snow Did We Get This Weekend?

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2026/01/26

January 26, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News sorts out the snowfall from this past 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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00:08:20

Ford Named Most Iconic Company in American History

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2026/01/26

January 26, 2026 ~ Ted Ryan, Archives and Heritage Brand Manager for Ford named most iconic company in American history by Time Magazine. 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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00:10:10

The Seattle Seahawks Will Face The New England...

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2026/01/26

January 26, 2026 ~ Lomas Brown, Detroit Lions Legend, co-host of SportsWrap weeknights at 6 and color analyst for the Detroit Lions Radio Network previews Super Bowl 60. 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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00:09:14

Another Shooting in Minnesota

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2026/01/26

January 26, 2026 ~ Daniel Roberts, Former Special Agent in Charge of the Detroit FBI, retired police chief in Franklin and Bingham Farms discusses another shooting involving federal agents in 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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01:17:03

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

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2026/01/23

January 23, 2026 ~ Jack Smith testifies on Capitol Hill. 5 year old taken into ICE custody. Trump sues JP Morgan. Officials from US, Ukraine and Russia hold first trilateral peace talks. Michigan Senate approves school cell phone ban. Winter weather heading our way 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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00:10:05

Riger Reviews Mercy and Mel Brooks the 99 Year Old Man

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2026/01/23

January 23, 2026 ~ Dave Riger reviews Mercy in theaters and Mel Brooks the 99 Year Old Man on HBO Max. 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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00:06:28

Michigan and the US to Be Hit With Huge Winter Storm...

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2026/01/23

January 23, 2026 ~ Meteorologist Scott Lawrimore, General Manager of the Weather Channel radio network tells us what we are in for 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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00:08:28

Michigan Senate Passes Cell Phone Ban in School

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2026/01/23

January 23, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News with an update on the proposed state cell phone ban in schools. 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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00:08:06

President Trump Suing JP Morgan, Officials from US,...

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2026/01/23

January 23, 2026 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses President Trump suing JP Morgan and first trilateral meeting taking place since the war between Russia and Ukraine began. 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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00:10:22

Jack Smith on Capitol Hill, 5 Year Old Taken into ICE...

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2026/01/23

January 23, 2026 ~ 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 Jack Smith's testimony and the controversy surrounded a 5 year old being taken in ICE custody. 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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01:11:34

Focus with Paul W Smith ~ January 22, 2026 ~ Full Show

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2026/01/22

January 22, 2026 ~ President Trump says he has a framework for a deal on Greenland. House panel votes to hold the Clintons in contempt. Another federal officer involved in a shooting. Uvalde school police officer acquitted. SCOTUS hears arguments on Federal Reserve Governor Trump is trying to fire. Murder suspect pleads guilty during jury duty and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of

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00:05:57

Man Accused of Killing Local Neurosurgeon Pleads...

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2026/01/22

January 22, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses Desmond Burks pleading guilty to the murder of Devon Hoover during jury selection. 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

SCOTUS Hears Arguments on Trump Trying to Fire Lisa...

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2026/01/22

January 22, 2026 ~ Todd Flood, Managing Partner of Flood Law PLLC, host of "Behind the Bench" with Todd Flood on WJR discusses the Supreme Court hearing arguments on Trump's attempt to fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve. 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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00:08:38

Federal Agent Fires Gun in LA, Uvalde School Officer...

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2026/01/22

January 22, 2026 ~ Steve Dolunt, Retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief discusses another shooting involving a federal agent and one of the police in the Uvalde shooting being acquitted. 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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