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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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01:09:47

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

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2025/11/05

November 5, 2025 ~ Shutdown reaches new record. Democrats fare well in national elections. Mary Sheffield elected mayor of Detroit. Latest in the Louisville plane crash. Remains of final Israeli American hostage returned. Scammers taking advantage of the shutdown 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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00:07:00

Scammers Taking Advantage of the Shutdown

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2025/11/05

November 5, 2025 ~ Susan Tompor, Personal Finance Finance Columnist for the Detroit Free Press discusses her column on scammers using the shutdown to commit Medicare and Social Security Fraud. 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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00:07:45

Remains of Final US Hostage Released from Gaza, Trump...

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2025/11/05

November 5, 2025 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Retired Lt. Colonel for the US Army discusses the remains of the final American hostage being released from Gaza and a possible on Venezuela. 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

Multiple Dead and Wounded in Kentucky Plane Crash

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2025/11/05

November 5, 2025 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News has the latest on the UPS cargo plane crash in Kentucky. 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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00:07:25

Mary Sheffield Becomes First Woman to be Elected...

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2025/11/05

November 5, 2025 ~ Karen Dumas, Communication Strategist, Owner of Image and Idea Communications co-voice of the No BS Newshour discusses last night's election results in Detroit 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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00:06:04

Shutdown Hits Record Length and Democrats Have Good...

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2025/11/05

November 5, 2025 ~ David Dulio, Distinguished Professor, Political Science Department and Director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Oakland University discusses the latest in the shutdown and Democrats across the country have a good 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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01:07:52

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

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2025/11/04

November 4, 2025 ~ Shutdown day 35. Former VP Dick Cheney passes away. New details revealed in thwarted Ferndale terrorist attack. Election day in Detroit. SCOTUS to hear case on Trump's tariffs. Tonight's GOP Gubernatorial debate 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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00:05:27

SCOTUS to Hear Case on Trump Tariffs and Tonight's...

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2025/11/04

November 4, 2025 ~ Tom Leonard, Partner at Plunkett Cooney, Republican Gubernatorial Candidate discusses the Supreme Court hearing a case on Trump's tariffs tomorrow and tonight's republican gubernatorial debate in Roseville. 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

It's Election Day in Detroit

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2025/11/04

November 4, 2025 ~ Stephen Henderson, Project Executive and Founder of Bridge Detroit, Host of "American Black Journal" on PBS co-author of "The Civility Book A Guide to Building Bridges Across the Political Divide" discusses election day in Detroit. 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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00:04:37

Court Documents Reveal New Details of Thwarted...

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2025/11/04

November 4, 2025 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News has more details of the thwarted terrorist attack in Ferndale. 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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00:08:35

Will NY Elect a Socialist as Mayor Today?

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2025/11/04

November 4, 2025 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News, co-author of "The Civility Book A Guide to Building Bridger Across the Political Divide" discusses the mayoral race in New York City and the death of Dick Cheney. 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

Shutdown Hits Day 35 and Dick Cheney Passes Away

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2025/11/04

November 14, 2025 ~ Tim Walberg, Congressman R-5th District discusses the latest with the shutdown and reflects on the passing of Dick Cheney. 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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01:04:51

Focus with Paul W Smith ~ November 3, 2025 ~ Full Show

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2025/11/03

November 3, 2025 ~ Latest on thwarted terrorist attack in Dearborn. Warren Pierce dies at the age of 82. November is National Family Caregivers Month. Lions lose, Dodgers win. The latest on the shutdown 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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00:06:36

The Latest on the Government Shutdown

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2025/11/03

November 3, 2025 ~ Ingrid Jacques, Columnist USA Today discusses the latest on the government shutdown. 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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00:06:54

Lions Lose to Minnesota Dodgers Win a World Series...

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2025/11/03

November 3, 2025 ~ Anthony Bellino, co-host of SportsWrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino weeknights at 6pm discuss the Lions loss and Dodgers winning the world series. 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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00:05:34

November is National Family Caregiver Month

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2025/11/03

November 3, 2025 ~ Claudia Bennett, Ph.D, occupational therapist, author of "Caregiving Reimagined A Practical and Spiritual Guide for Family Caregivers" discusses National Caregiver's Month. 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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00:10:13

Warren Pierce Passes Away at 82

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2025/11/03

November 3, 2025 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News remembers long time WJR host Warren Pierce who passed away Saturday at the age of 82. 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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00:04:56

Charges Filed Against Alleged Terrorist Conspirators...

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2025/11/03

November 3, 2025 ~ Jeff Monosso, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses the latest in the suspected Dearborn terrorist plot. 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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01:08:14

Focus with Paul W Smith ~ October 31, 2025 ~ Full Show

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2025/10/31

October 31, 2025 ~ President Trump urge GOP to invoke nuclear option to end shutdown. Large AI data center announced for Saline Township. FBI thwarts terrorist attack in Metro Detroit. MIRA urging removal of weed candies from store shelves. How are people preparing for loss of SNAP benefits 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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00:13:46

Riger Reviews Bugonia and Ballad of a Small Player

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2025/10/31

October 31, 2025 ~ Dave Riger Reviews Bugonia in theaters and Ballad of a Small Player on Netflix. 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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