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.
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August 8, 2025 ~ On this Focus with Paul W. Smith covered diverse topics, from economic data with Patrick Anderson to Detroit’s mayoral race with Mary Sheffield. Marie Osborne tackled robocalls, while Dave Rieger reviewed movies. Jared Halpern discussed President Trump’s peace efforts.
August 8, 2025 ~ Paul W. Smith chats with Dave Riger about summer movies. Hear Riger’s reviews of “Freakier Friday” and “The Pickup” starring Eddie Murphy. Plus, Wigley’s corned beef at Bucharest Grill!
August 8, 2025 ~ Paul W. Smith interviews Detroit mayoral candidate Mary Sheffield. Sheffield discusses her goals: building a strong team, diversifying revenue, and boosting home ownership in Detroit.
August 8, 2025 ~ Patrick Anderson of Anderson Economic Group joins Paul W. Smith to discuss economic data, tariffs, and the auto industry’s challenges. He notes potential losses for automakers.
August 7, 2025 ~ More tariffs go into effect today. Trump and Putin expected to meet soon. Soldiers shot at army base in Georgia expected to be OK. JD Vance's meeting on Epstein strategy is cancelled. RFK Jr cancels $500 million of mRNA vaccine contracts and the day's biggest headlines.
August 7, 2025 ~ Laura Bonnell, President of the Bonnell Foundation fighting Cystic Fibrosis discusses how RFK Jr cutting $500 million worth of vaccine contract will effect disease research.
