Focus with Paul W. Smith

November 20, 2025 ~ Dr. Sharman Davenport, president and CEO of Turning Point in Macomb County is a 2025 WJR Women Who Lead honoree. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 20, 2025 ~ Kelly Wolgamott, vice president of Pure Michigan is a 2025 Women Who Leads Honoree. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 20, 2025 ~ Micheline “Micki” Maynard, long-time journalist, broadcaster, and educator based out of Ann Arbor is recognized as one of 2025's Women Who Leads. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 20, 2025 ~ Kerry Doman, founder of Little Guide is a 2025 Women Who Leads Honoree. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 20, 2025 ~ Karen Arondoski, owner of I.F. Metalworks is one of WJR's 2025 Women Who Leads Honorees. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 20, 2025 ~ Megan Spanitz, COO of the Detroit Regional Chamber is honored as one of 2025's Women Who Leads. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 20, 2025 ~ Krista Tanner, president of ITC Holdings Corp. is recognized as one of 2025's Women Who Leads. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 20, 2025 ~ Dr. Ora Pescovitz, President Oakland University is honored at the 2025 Women Who Leads broadcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 20, 2025 ~ Carol Zuniga, CEO of Hegira Health is a 2025 Women Who Leads Honoree. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 20, 2025 ~ Laura Huot, President and CEO The Guidance Center is a 2025 Woman Who Leads honoree. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 20, 2025 ~ Dr. Sonia Hassan, founding director of the Office of Women’s Health at Wayne State University is a 2025 Women Who Leads Honoree. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 19, 2025 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor at the Detroit News and Kelly Cobb senior strategist at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy and host of the Mackinac on Michigan Radio Show fill in for Paul W. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 19, 2025 ~ Nathan Leamer, Head of Build American AI, Fixed Gear Strategies talks to Kaitlyn Buss and Kelly Cobb 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.

November 19, 2025 ~ Michael Matheson Miller, Director/Producer, Poverty Inc. Chief of Strategic Initiatives, Senior Research Fellow, and Director of the Center for Social Flourishing at Acton University joins Kaitlyn Buss and Kelly Cobb 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.

November 19, 2025 ~ Nikki Snyder from the State Board of Education joins Kaitlyn Buss and Kelly Cobb 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.

November 19, 2025 ~ Keith Ledbetter, President of ABC SE Michigan and SEMCA joins Kaitlyn Buss and Kelly Cobb 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.

November 19, 2025 ~ Dennis Lennox from Fight on the Right joins Kaitlyn Buss and Kelly Cobb 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.

November 18, 2025 ~ Dave LewAllen in for Paul W. House set to vote on full Epstein files release. Butch Hollowell head of Mary Sheffield's transition team joins Dave in studio. John U Bacon discusses his new book on the Edmund Fitzgerald. Paul Glantz on the big deal between Emagine and Kinepolis. Looking ahead to Thanksgiving weather. John Skelton being held on $60 million bond. Archdiocese announces 2 year restructuring initiative 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.

November 18, 2025 ~ Father Mario Amore, Director of Parish Renewal for the Archdiocese of Detroit discusses their parish restructuring plan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 18, 2025 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director Community Affairs discusses the latest in the Skelton brother case. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 18, 2025 ~ Dave Rexroth, Chief Meteorologist at WXYZ looks ahead to next week's Thanksgiving forecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 18, 2025 ~ Paul Glantz, CEO of Emagine Entertainment talks about the $105 million deal with Kinepolis Group and a big weekend 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.

November 18, 2025 ~ John U Bacon discusses his new book "The Gales of November The Untold Story of the Edmund Fitzgerald." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 18, 2025 ~ Butch Hollowell, Managing Partner at Miller Law Firm talks about overseeing Mary Sheffield's mayoral transition team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 18, 2025 ~ Ryan Schmelz, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses the house eyeing a full vote on releasing all the Epstein files with Dave LewAllen. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 17, 2025 ~ Michael Hensley, President and CEO, Blue Water Area Convention and Visitor Bureau Michigan's Thumbcoast sits 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.

November 17, 2025 ~ Hale Walker tells Michael Hensley about the Port Huron Antique and Classic Boat Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 17, 2025 ~ Kelly Wolgamott from Pure Michigan talks to Michael Hensley 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.

November 17, 2025 ~ Ryan Ermanni and Michael Hensley recap last night's Lions loss to Philadelphia. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 17, 2025 ~ Lisa Delong, Port Huron DDA talks to Michael Hensley 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.

November 17, 2025 ~ Laura Merchant from Marine City Chamber talks to Michael Hensley 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.

November 17, 2025 ~ Jackie Hanton, Vice President at Community Foundation of St. Clair County talks to Michael Hensley 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.

November 17, 2025 ~ Amanda Caranova talks the Lexington Horse Parade with Michael Hensley 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.

November 14, 2025 ~ Denise Ilitch fills 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.

November 14, 2025 ~ Dave Riger Reviews The Running Man in Theaters and Being Eddie 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.

November 14, 2025 ~ Michelle Murphy, Executive Director Variety, Children's Charity of Detroit joins Denise Ilitch 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.

November 14, 2025 ~ Joe and Rosalie Vicari Owners of Joe Vicari Restaurant Group sit in with Denise Ilitch 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.

November 14, 2025 ~ Mickey Redmond, Red Wings Great and television color commentator checks in with Denise Ilitch. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 14, 2025 ~ Dr. Ora Hirsch Pescovitz, President of Oakland University and President American Association of State College and Universities joins Denise Ilitch 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.

November 14, 2025 ~ Dr. Phil Knight Executive Directors of the Food Bank Council of Michigan joins Denise Ilitch 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.

November 14, 2025 ~ Gerry Brisson President and CEO of Gleaners Community Food Bank talks to Denise Ilitch 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.

November 13, 2025 ~ Dan Gilbert and Mark Hollis fill 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.

November 13, 2025 ~ Kevin Guskiewicz, President of Michigan State University joins Dan Gilbert and Mark Hollis 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.

November 13, 2025 ~ Nic Barlage from Rock Entertainment Group joins Dan Gilbert and Mark Hollis 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.

November 13, 2025 ~ Krista Dalton Chief Marketing Officer at Tecovas joins Dan Gilbert and Mark Hollis 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.

November 13, 2025 ~ Ryan Murphy, Timberland Americas Head of Marketing joins Dan Gilbert and Mark Hollis 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.

November 13, 2025 ~ Jared Fleisher, incoming CEO of Bedrock talk to Dan Gilbert and Mark Hollis 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.

November 12, 2025 ~ Marie Osborne in for Paul. House to vote on reopening government. 5 years since the collapse of the Edenville Dam. Trump proposes $2,000 tariff checks and 50 year mortgages. SCOTUS will not take up appeal of same sex decision. The new cold war is between China and America over AI. New Epstein e-mails released 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.

November 12, 2025 ~ Dr. J Michael Waller, Director of Strategy at Center for Security Policy, author of "Code and Country, Securing America's AI Lead Before China Locks Down the Future" on Center for Security Policy's report on the AI war between the US and China. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 12, 2025 ~ Todd Flood, Managing Partner at Flood Law, PLLC Host of Behind the Bench with Todd Flood on WJR discusses the Supreme Court declining to take up landmark same sex marriage case. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.