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Ep 9164President Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair

January 30, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses President Trump nominating Kevin Warsh for fed chair. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 30, 202611 min

Ep 9163President Trump Suing IRS and Treasury Department

January 30, 2026 ~ Todd Flood, managing partner of Flood Law, PLLC Host of “Behind the Bench” with Todd Flood on WJR discusses Donald Trump suing IRS and treasury department. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 30, 20267 min

Ep 9162Trump and Homan Give Conflicting Answers on ICE Withdraw

January 30, 2026 ~ Steve Dolunt, Retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief talks about Donald Trump and Tom Homan giving different answers on ICE drawdown and Washtenaw County Sheriff admitting to posting unconfirmed info about ICE arrests. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 30, 20269 min

Ep 9161Senate Funding Deal Hits Snag

January 30, 2026 ~ Jason Roe, Principal of Roe Strategic discusses the latest on a funding deal with the shutdown deadline looming. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 30, 202610 min

Ep 9160Basketball and Business with Isiah Thomas

Jan. 29, 2026 ~ Jeff Caponigro catches up with Detroit Pistons' legend Isiah Thomas about Detroit's recent basketball success and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 20269 min

Ep 9159A Unique Jewelry Company

January 29, 2026 ~ Rebel Nell Co-Founder and CEO Amy Peterson talks with Jeff Caponigro about how the company creates unique jewelry from repurposed graffiti. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 202610 min

Ep 9158The Automotive Business in Detroit

January 29, 2026 ~ Bridgewater Interiors President & CEO Ron Hall speaks with Jeff Caponigro about the automotive industry in the city of Detroit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 20268 min

Ep 9157The Importance of Youth Sports

January 29, 2026 ~ Police Athletic League CEO Fred Hunter joins Jeff Caponigro to talk about the importance of youth sports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 20267 min

Ep 9156Key Issues for Michigan in 2026

January 29, 2026 ~ Detroit Free Press Editorial Page Editor Nancy Kaffer speaks with Jeff Caponigro about the key issues for Michigan in 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 20268 min

Ep 9155Kicking it Around with Detroit FC

January 29, 2026 ~ Detroit Football Club CEO Sean Mann chats with Jeff Caponigro about the team's new stadium and the buzz around town. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 20269 min

Ep 9154Macomb with Everybody

January 29, 2026 ~ Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel talks with Jeff Caponigro about all the great things happening in Macomb County. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 20269 min

Ep 9153An Overview of the Detroit Policy Conference

January 29, 2026 ~ Detroit Regional Chamber COO and Chief Strategy Officer Megan Spanitz joins Jeff Caponigro to give an overview of The Detroit Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 29, 20269 min

Ep 9151January 28, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW

January 28, 2026 ~ Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ FULL SHOW Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 28, 20261h 13m

Ep 9152Buying a Car is a Great Experience

January 28, 2026 ~ Roy O'Brien General Manager Sean O'Brien talks with Paul W about a current survey that states that the dealership experience when buying a car is a good one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 28, 20268 min

Ep 9150It is Tax Time

January 28, 2026 ~ Detroit Free Press Personal Finance Columnist Susan Tompor talks with Paul W about her column about preparing your tax returns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 28, 20269 min

Ep 9149A Long Cold Spell

January 28, 2026 ~ Weather Channel Radio Network General Manager Scott Lawrimore chats with Paul W about this continuing cold weather that has blanketed Southeast Michigan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 28, 20268 min

Ep 9147Focus With Paul W. Smith ~ January 27, 2026 ~ Full Show

January 27, 2026 ~ Border Czar Tom Homan takes over in Minnesota. US moves aircraft carrier into the Mideast. Remains of last Israeli hostage released. Ilhan Omar being investigated by the DOJ. Latest on the Maine plane crash 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.

Jan 27, 20261h 10m

Ep 9146Seven Dead One Injured in Maine Plane Crash

January 27, 2026 ~ David Shepardson with Reuters discusses the private plane crash in Maine that killed 7, injured one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 27, 20268 min

Ep 9145DOJ Investigating Ilhan Omar's Finances

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.

Jan 27, 20268 min

Ep 9144Congressman Barrett's Blueprint for a Better America and His Thoughts on Minnesota

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.

Jan 27, 20269 min

Ep 9143US Moves Carrier Into Mideast Remains of Final Israeli Hostage Returned

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.

Jan 27, 20266 min

Ep 9140Changes Made in Minnesota

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.

Jan 27, 20268 min

Ep 9142Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ January 26, 2026 ~ Full Show

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.

Jan 26, 20261h 17m

Ep 9141Team Penske Wins Third Consecutive Rolex 24 at Daytona

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.

Jan 26, 20268 min

Ep 9139How Much Snow Did We Get This Weekend?

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.

Jan 26, 20268 min

Ep 9138Ford Named Most Iconic Company in American History

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.

Jan 26, 20268 min

Ep 9137The Seattle Seahawks Will Face The New England Patriots in Super Bowl 60

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.

Jan 26, 202610 min

Ep 9136Another Shooting in Minnesota

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.

Jan 26, 20269 min

Ep 9135Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ January 23, 2026 ~ Full Show

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.

Jan 23, 20261h 17m

Ep 9134Riger Reviews Mercy and Mel Brooks the 99 Year Old Man

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.

Jan 23, 202610 min

Ep 9133Michigan and the US to Be Hit With Huge Winter Storm Over The Weekend

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.

Jan 23, 20266 min

Ep 9132Michigan Senate Passes Cell Phone Ban in School

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.

Jan 23, 20268 min

Ep 9131President Trump Suing JP Morgan, Officials from US, Ukraine and Russia to Meet for First Time

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.

Jan 23, 20268 min

Ep 9130Jack Smith on Capitol Hill, 5 Year Old Taken into ICE Custody

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.

Jan 23, 202610 min

Ep 9129Focus with Paul W Smith ~ January 22, 2026 ~ Full Show

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.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 22, 20261h 11m

Ep 9128Man Accused of Killing Local Neurosurgeon Pleads Guilty During Jury Selection

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.

Jan 22, 20265 min

Ep 9127SCOTUS Hears Arguments on Trump Trying to Fire Lisa Cook from Fed

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.

Jan 22, 20269 min

Ep 9126Federal Agent Fires Gun in LA, Uvalde School Officer Acquitted

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.

Jan 22, 20268 min

Ep 9125House Panel Votes to Hold Clintons in Contempt Over Epstein Investigation

January 22, 2026 ~ David Dulio, Distinguished Professor, Political Science Department and Director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Oakland University discusses the vote to hold the Clintons in contempt. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 22, 20267 min

Ep 9124President Trump Says He Has Framework for Greenland Deal

January 22, 2026 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Ret. Lt Colonel in the US Army discusses the deal Trump says he has with Greenland. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 22, 20268 min

Ep 9123Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ January 21, 2026 ~ Full Show

January 21, 2026 ~ President Trump arrives in Greenland. DOJ issues Minnesota officials subpoenas. Heart risks in winter weather. Tom Leonard is calling for one year moratorium on data centers. Trump threatens to sue CBS 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.

Jan 21, 20261h 13m

Ep 9122President Trump Threatens to Sue CBS if They Edit Interview

January 21, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses President Trump threatening to sue CBS if they don't air Dearborn interview in full. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 21, 20269 min

Ep 9121Tom Leonard Calls for Moratorium on Data Center Subsidies

January 21, 2026 ~ Tom Leonard, Partner at Plunkett Cooney, Former Michigan House Speaker, running for Governor as a Republican is calling for a one year moratorium on data center subsidies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 21, 20267 min

Ep 9120Heart Risks Go Up in Bad Winter Weather

January 21, 2026 ~ Dr. Joel Kahn, Integrative Cardiologist at the Kahn Center for Cardiac Longevity discusses heart risks that increase in the cold and snow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 21, 20268 min

Ep 9119DOJ Subpoenas Minnesota Officials

January 21, 2026 ~ Jeff Monosso, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses subpoenas issued to Minnesota officials by the DOJ over allegations they interfered with ICE operations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 21, 20269 min

Ep 9118President Trump in Davos

January 21, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses President Trump in Davos amid tensions over Greenland. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 21, 20269 min

Ep 9117Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ January 20, 2026 ~ Full Show

January 20, 2026 ~ 100 car pile up closes freeway in West Michigan yesterday. Michigan drops tax revenue projections by $1 billion. Indiana wins national title, Lions hire new offensive coordinator. Trump ties Greenland plans to Nobel prize snub 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.

Jan 20, 20261h 8m

Ep 9116Trump Heads to Davos Ties Greenland Plans to Nobel Prize Snub

January 20, 2026 ~ January 20, 2026 ~ Congresswoman Debbie Dingell discusses President Trump heading to the World Economic Forum at odds with allies over Greenland. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 20, 20269 min

Ep 9115Indiana Wins National Championship, Lions Hire Offensive Coordinator

January 20, 2026 ~ Nick Lundberg, WJR Digital Sports Director breaks down last night's national championship game and gives his thoughts on the Lions new offensive coordinator. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 20, 20266 min

Ep 9114Dr. Tom Rifai on the Flex5 Food Pyramid

January 20, 2026 ~ Dr. Tom Rifai, President and CEO Reality Meets Science Inc. Past President US National Board of Physician Nutrition Specialists discusses the new food pyramid, what they got wrong and what they missed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 20, 20268 min