Focus with Paul W. Smith

December 18, 2025 ~ Kevin Guskiewicz, President Michigan State University, discusses their $1 billion fundraising initiative “For Sparta” and the $401 million donation they received from Greg and Dawn Williams. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 18, 2025 ~ Debbie Dingell U.S. Congresswoman of Michigan’s 6th District, reacts to President Trump’s primetime address. Latest on healthcare funding battle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 17, 2025 ~ President Trump to give prime time address tonight. Trump's Chief of Staff gives interview to Vanity Fair. Nick Reiner charged with two counts of first degree murder. Michigan Senate voted to restore $634 million in cuts made by the house. Trump orders total and complete blockade of sanctioned oil tankers in and out of Venezuela 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.

December 17, 2025 ~ Peter Meijer, Former Congressman and Army Veteran talks about the latest escalation by President Trump against Venezuela. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 17, 2025 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the Michigan Senate voted to restore $634 million that was cut in the house. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 17, 2025 ~ Desiree Jennings, President and CEO of The Children's Center talks to Paul about their big fundraiser coming up Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 17, 2025 ~ Michael Bullotta of Bullotta Law, federal criminal defense attorney and former federal prosecutor discusses the charges against Nick Reiner. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 17, 2025 ~ Jason Roe, Principal of Roe Strategic previews Donald Trump's primetime address and discusses the Vanity Fair interview with his Chief of Staff. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 16, 2025 ~ Are there splits within the MAGA movement? Manhunt continues for shooter at Brown University. FBI thwarts terrorist plot. President Trump sues BBC for $10 billion. Latest in the antisemitic in Australia 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.

December 16, 2025 ~ Doron Levin, Freelance Israeli born Journalist, checks in from Israeli and discusses latest in Bondi beach attack. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 16, 2025 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses President Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the British Broadcasting Corporation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 16, 2025 ~ Daniel Roberts, Former Special Agent in Charge of the Detroit FBI discusses the thwarted terrorist plot in LA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 16, 2025 ~ Dr. Chad Audi, President and CEO of Detroit Rescue Missions Ministries joins Paul W. for WJR Cares Day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 16, 2025 ~ Eben Brown, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor with the latest on the manhunt after the Brown University shooting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 16, 2025 ~ Peter Trumbore, Professor and Chair of the Department of Political Science at Oakland University discusses some of the splits that are appearing among the MAGA base. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 15, 2025 ~ Person of interest released in Brown University shooting. At least 15 dead in antisemitic attack in Australia. Lions lose ground in the wildcard. Rob Reiner and his wife found murdered. 3 Americans killed in Syria 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.

December 15, 2025 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Ret. Lt Colonel in the US Army discusses the three Americans killed in Syria and Witkoff's meeting with Zelenskyy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 15, 2025 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses the murder of Rob Reiner and his wife as well as his piece on Michigan football. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 15, 2025 ~ Dave Meador, former DTE Executive discusses Trove Marketplace the first e-commerce employment initiative for adults with disabilities. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 15, 2025 ~ Anthony Bellino, co-host of "SportsWrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino" weeknights at 6 breaks down the Lions loss and the perception of the Michigan coaching job. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 15, 2025 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard discusses the mass shootings at Brown University and at a Hannukah celebration in Australia. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 12, 2025 ~ two healthcare bills fail to pass the senate. Latest in the Sherrone Moore saga. Tensions escalate between the US and Argentina. Charlie Kirk murder suspect appears in court 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.

December 12, 2025 ~ Dave Riger reviews Ella McCay in theaters and Wake Up Deadman A Knives Out Mystery 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.

December 12, 2025 ~ Retired Brigadier General Doug "Odie" Slocum, Former Air Wing Commander for the 127th Fighter Group at Selfridge Air National Guard Base discusses ratcheting tensions between the US and Argentina. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 12, 2025 ~ Eben Brown, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses the first court appearance of the Charlie Kirk murder suspect. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 12, 2025 ~ Michigan Legend Jim Brandstatter gives his thoughts on the Michigan football controversy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 12, 2025 ~ Bill Ballenger, Editor of the Ballenger Report discusses the two partisan healthcare bills that failed to pass the senate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 10, 2025 ~ Trump touts economy in Pennsylvania. Michigan lawmaker introduces bill to restrict social media use for minors. Court case for high profile Northern Michigan murder delayed. Judge unseals Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury material. Speaker Matt Hall proposing price controls on hospitals 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.

December 10, 2025 ~ Mitch Albom checks in with Paul ahead of tomorrow's SAY Detroit Radiothon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 10, 2025 ~ Michigan Speaker Matt Hall discusses his call for price controls on hospitals and asking the Michigan Supreme Court to hear stalled bills appeal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 10, 2025 ~ Todd Flood, Managing Partner of Flood Law PLLC discusses the unsealing of Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury materials. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 10, 2025 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the court case in the murder of Rebecca Park being delayed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 10, 2025 ~ Mark Tisdel, R-Rochester Hills, State Representative in Michigan's 55th District sponsoring a bill to restrict social media use for people under 18. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 10, 2025 ~ David Dulio, Distinguished Professor Political Science Department and Director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Oakland University discusses the economy and inflation at a rally in Pennsylvania. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 9, 2025 ~ Rocky Raczkowski in for 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.

December 9, 2025 ~ Ron Beeber, Delphi Retiree Association Member discusses the continued fall out from losing their pension. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 9, 2-25 ~ Thad Czott, CEO Szott Automotives discusses the rising prices of cars. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 9, 2025 ~ Captain Bob Carey, National Defense Committee Executive Director discusses a new defense bill that curbs Chinese tech investments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 9, 2025 ~ Craig Mauger, State and Government reporter for the Detroit News and Steve Mitchell, CEO Mitchell Research and Communications Inc. discusses polling and politics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 9, 2025 ~ Edmund Bambas, 88 year old Meijer clerk who had to go back to work after losing his pension and taking care of his sick wife received $1.7 million from GoFundMe that was started after a video of him telling his story went viral. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 8, 2025 ~ Paul W Smith broadcasts live from Soundboard inside Motor City Casino for the Detroit Economic Club's exit interview with Mayor Mike Duggan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 8, 2025 ~ Sam Klemet, Executive Director of The Detroit Auto Show and Detroit Auto Dealers Association joins Paul W Smith live from the Detroit Economic Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 8, 2025 ~ Hussein Berry, Vice President Airport Operations DTW, Delta Airlines joins Paul W Smith live from the Detroit Economic Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 8, 2025 ~ Tom Barrett, Congressman R-7th District discusses how he secured the release of a Hmong refugee who was wrongfully detained. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 8, 2025 ~ Melanie Duquesnel, former President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau discusses her new job as CEO of United Community Family Services -Chaldean American Ladies of Charity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 8, 2025 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses SCOTUS hearing case over FTC Commissioner Trump fired, Trump says he may intervene in Netflix deal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 8, 2025 ~ Tricia Keith, President and CEO of BCBSM joins Paul live from the Detroit Economic Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 8, 2025 ~ Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan joins Paul before his exit interview in front of the Detroit Economic Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

December 5, 2025 ~ SCOTUS allows Texas to keep congressional maps. Admiral who ordered second drug boat strikes answers lawmaker questions. DC pipe bomb suspect arrested. Lions beat Cowboys. John James on Gubernatorial polling and his bill to put age limits on the app store 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.

December 5, 2025 ~ John James Congressman R-10th District, Republican Gubernatorial Candidate discusses his bill to put age limits on the app store and the latest polling that shows him ahead in the Gubernatorial race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.