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Focus with Paul W. Smith
Focus with Paul W. Smith
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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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January 6, 2026 ~ Danish Prime Minister warns about the US going after Greenland. DHS says Hilton won't house ICE agents. Mark Kelly having retirement pay cut by Pentagon. More data centers planned for 2026. Guy Gordon checks in from CES. What are Trump's auto priorities and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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January 6, 2026 ~ Glenn Stevens, Vice President of the Detroit Regional Chamber and MICHauto Executive Director discusses Donald Trump's to do list for the auto industry in 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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January 6, 2026 ~ Guy Gordon, WJR Tech Correspondent checks in from CES in Las Vegas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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January 6, 2026 ~ Brent Yax, CEO of Awecomm Technologies discusses plans and pushback for a number of AI data center projects around Southeastern Michigan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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January 6, 2026 ~ Mike Rogers, Republican Senate Nominee, Veteran, former FBI agent and Chair of the US Intelligence Committee gives his thoughts on the Maduro capture and the Pentagon reducing Mark Kelly's retirement pay. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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January 6, 2026 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News, Co-Author of "The Civility Book A Guide to Building Bridges Acriss the Political Divide" discusses concerns of Trump trying to take over Greenland and DHS accusing Hilton of refusing to allow ICE officers to stay in their hotel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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January 5, 2026 ~ US captures Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Tim Walz won't run for reelection. Reports of ICE detention center planned for Highland Park. Lions end disappointing season on high note. Previewing this years big political races and the day's biggest headlines Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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January 5, 2026 ~ John James, Republican Congressman from the 10th District, Gubernatorial Candidate gives his thoughts on Maduro, healthcare funding and another looming deadline. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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January 5, 2026 ~ John Sellek, CEO of Harbor Strategic Public Relations previews big races in this year's election. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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January 5, 2026 ~ Anthony Bellino, co-host of "SportsWrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino" weeknights at 6 autopsies the Lions season and discusses Michigan's football coach hire. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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January 5, 2026 ~ Steve Dolunt, Retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief discusses reports of planned ICE facility in Highland Park. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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January 5, 2026 ~ Jeff Monosso, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses Minnesota Governor Tim Walz not running for reelection amid $9 billion fraud scandal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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January 5, 2026 ~ Democrat Congresswoman Debbie Dingell discusses the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and the looming January 30th funding deadline. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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December 23, 2025 ~ More Epstein files have been released. 60 Minutes pulls story on CECOT. Trump administration kills offshore wind projects. US strikes another drug boat. The AI Reckoning. Michigan republicans looking to impeach Dana Nessel. Keeping your home safe while out of town for the holidays and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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December 23, 2025 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard discusses what people can do to make sure their homes are not targets while out of town for Christmas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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December 23, 2025 ~Michael Bullotta of Bullotta Law, Federal Criminal Defense Attorney and Former Federal Prosecutor discusses the move inside to Lansing to possibly impeach Dana Nessel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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December 23, 2025 ~ Dr. Dave Schippers, Vice President and Chief Academic Officer, Academic Dean at Walsh College discusses his neww book "The AI Reckoning." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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December 23, 2025 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor on Trump killing all large offshore wind projects and the US striking another alleged drug boat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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December 23, 2025 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses new Epstein files have been released and 60 minutes pulls story on maximum security prison in El Salvador. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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December 22, 2025 ~ More Epstein files released. President Trump unveils plan to lower prescription drug prices. US pursuing 3rd Venezuelan oil tanker. Lions lose another heartbreaker. 60 minutes pulls report on El Salvadorian prison and the day's biggest headlines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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