Your morning on the Great Voice of The Great Lakes kicks off with Paul W. Smith from 5:30 to 9:00 a.m. Whether he is interviewing the head of a major local company, the governor, a celebrity, or listeners, Paul W. has a warm and conversational style that keeps listeners tuned. Dubbed by the Wall Street Journal as “the king of talk radio in Detroit,” Paul W. is the only broadcaster who has been asked to fill in for three of the biggest names in the business; Paul Harvey, Rush Limbaugh, and Sean Hannity. Paul W. Smith has been named “Best” morning show broadcast personality by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters. Paul was proud to be named a “Michiganian of the Year” by the Detroit News, and most recently he was inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame.
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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.
December 5, 2025 ~ Dave Riger reviews 5 Nights at Freddy's and Stranger Things Season 5. 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 ~ WJR Digital Sports Director Nick Lundberg breaks down the Lions win last night. 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 ~ Frankie Scinta, The Showman previews his performance at Andiamo Celebrity Showroom. 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 ~ Mary Magyari Spirit of Christmas Past, Tamara Della Anderson Spirit of Christmas Present and Sean Ryan Spirit of Christmas Future discuss "A Christmas Carol" running from now through December 24th at Meadow Brook Theatre. 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 ~ Michael Bullotta of Bullotta Law, Federal Criminal Defense Attorney and Former Federal Prosecutor discusses the arrest of the DC pipe bomb 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 5, 2025 ~ 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 the SCOTUS allowing Texas to keep congressional maps and the Admiral who authorized second drug boat strike face questioning on Capitol Hill. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
December 4, 2025 ~ Pentagon watchdog group says Hegseth endangered troops with signal app messages. President Trump rolls back Biden era fuel economy standards. Checking in with Detroit PAL. Large turnout for a virtual hearing over new data center in Saline Township 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 4, 2025 ~ Ken Lingenfelter, Owner of the Lingenfelter Collection talks about his holiday open house and toy drive 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.
December 4, 2025 ~ Summer Ballentine, Reporter for the Detroit News talks about the battle over a new AI date center out in Saline Township. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
December 4, 2025 ~ Fred Hunter Detroit PAL CEO discusses year end fundraising goals and plans for 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
December 4, 2025 ~ Keith Naughton, Bloomberg Auto Business Reporter discusses yesterday's oval office meeting where President Trump rolled back Biden era fuel economy standards. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
December 3, 2025 ~ President Trump threatens to withhold SNAP benefits from some states. Trump and Hegseth address drug boat bombings. MSU introduces new head football coach. President Trump unveils $1,000 accounts for newborns. How did Witkoff's meeting with Putin go? Some early polling numbers in the senate and gubernatorial races 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 3, 2025 ~ Steve Mitchell, CEO Mitchell Research and Communications Inc discusses some of his early polling numbers on the Senate and Gubernatorial races. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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