Focus with Paul W. Smith
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.
Latest in Iran and How Much of a Threat are Sleeper Cells?
March 3, 2026 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Retired Lt. Colonel in the US Army discusses the latest in Iran and how real are the threats of sleeper cells Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ March 2, 2026 ~ Full Show
March 2, 2026 ~ United States and Israel launches strike on Iran. Former President Clinton testifies on Epstein. Pentagon makes deal with Pentagon 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.
US on High Alert for Attacks After Iran Strike
March 2, 2026 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard discusses the shooting in Texas being investigated as terrorism and the US on high alert after the attack on Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Pentagon Strikes Deal with OpenAI
March 2, 2026 ~ Brent Yax, CEO Awecomm Technologies discusses OpenAI's deal with the pentagon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Members of Congress Calling for Vote on War Powers After Iran Strike
March 2, 2026 ~ Congresswoman Debbie Dingell D-6th district discusses President Trump striking Iran without Congressional approval. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Children's Center Celebrates 313 Day
March 2, 2026 ~ Desiree Jennings, President and CEO at the Children's Center discusses their 313 Day initiative. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Former President Clinton Testifies on Epstein Ties
March 2, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses Bill Clinton's testimony on Epstein. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
US and Israel Launches Massive Strike on Iran
March 2, 2026 ~ Doron Levin, Freelance Journalist, born in Israel, served in Israeli Military discusses the US military strike 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.
Focus with Paul W Smith ~ February 26, 2026 ~ Full Show
February 26, 2026 ~ Governor Whitmer gives final State of the State. Gary Peters is back from his overseas trip. Cuban border guards kill 4 on boat registered to the US. US and Iran hold indirect talks 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.
US and Iran Holds Indirect Talks in Geneva
February 26, 2026 ~ Dr. Frank Richter PhD, former adviser to Saudi Arabia on Mideast terrorism, Iran and Iran discusses today's talks between the US 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.
Cuban Border Guards Kill 4 on Boat Registered to the US
February 26, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses Cuban border agents killing 4 on a US registered boat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mike Falahee, President at Marygrove Awning Co Michigan
February 26, 2026 ~ Mike Falahee, President at Marygrove Awning Co. Michigan joins 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.
Senator Peters on Overseas Trip and Letter to Trump About Gordie Howe Bridge
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.
Governor Whitmer Gives Final State of the State
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.
Focus with Paul W Smith ~ February 25, 2026 ~ Full Show
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.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Megan Spanitz and Glenn Stevens
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.
Matt Hall, Speaker of the House, Michigan
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.
Jim Holcomb, President and CEO, Michigan Chamber
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.
Richard Czuba, Founder, Glengariff Group
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.
Aric Nesbitt, Senate Republican Leader
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.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ranjeev Puri, House Democratic Leader
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.
John Damoose, State Senator
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.
Winnie Brinks, Senate Majority Leader
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.
Focus with Paul W Smith ~ February 24, 2026 ~ Full Show
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.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
President Trump to Deliver His First State of the Union of Second Term
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.
WJR Teaming Up With Lomas Brown for Lomas Brown Jr Golf Outing
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.
Looking Ahead to the Bed and Bread Radiothon
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.
Romulus City Council Rejects ICE Facility
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.
Latest on Violence in Mexico, 4 Years of Ukraine Russia War
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.
Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ February 23, 2026 ~ Full Show
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 about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Chaos in Mexico and Armed Man Killed by Secret Service at Mar-a-Lago
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.
What Effect Will SCOTUS Tariff Ruling Have on Auto Industry
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.
Moroun Makes Donation to Trump PAC Before President Threatens to Block Gordie Howe Bridge Opening
February 23, 2026 ~ Jim Blanchard, Former Governor of Michigan and Former Ambassador to Canada discusses Matthew Moroun gave $1 million donation to pro Trump PAC before President Trump threatened to block the opening of 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.
US Wins Gold in Men's Hockey
February 23, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick co-host of JR Morning with Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson and Jamie Edmonds, co-host of “Hockey Talk” with Blaine Fowler on the Chris Renwick Radio Facebook Page as well as the Blaine D Fowler and 963 WDVD Facebook Pages discusses US men's hockey bringing home the gold. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
TSA Reverses Decision to Suspend PreCheck Due to Partial Shutdown
February 23, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the TSA reversing it's decision to suspend PreCheck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Fall Out from Friday's SCOTUS Decision on Tariffs
February 23, 2026 ~ Michael Bullotta of Bullotta Law, federal criminal defense attorney and former federal prosecutor discusses the fall out from Friday's Supreme Court decision on tariffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Focus With Paul W. Smith ~ February 20, 2026 ~ Full Show
February 20, 2026 ~ SCOTUS strikes down Trump's tariffs. Trump could make decision on Iran in 10-15 days. New legislation introduced to make housing more affordable. Trump vows to release files on aliens and UFOs. US Women's Hockey wins gold. Riger Reviews it 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.
Riger Reviews How to Make a Killing in theaters and Being Gordon Ramsey on Netflix
February 20, 2026 ~ Dave Riger of Riger Reviews it breaks down How to Make a Killing in theaters and Being Gordon Ramsey 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.
Michigan Native Scores Game Winning Goal for Team USA
February 20, 2026 ~ Blaine Fowler, co-host of “Blaine and Lauren” mornings on 963 WDVD and “Hockey Talk” with Chris Renwick on the Blaine D Fowler and 963 WDVD Facebook pages discusses Team USA Women's Hockey winning the gold. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
New Legislation to Make Home Ownership More Affordable
February 20, 2026 ~ Joe Aragona State Representative R-Central Macomb County discusses his legislation to make housing more affordable. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
