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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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://pc
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 ou
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
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.
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 inform
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.
