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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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    Focus with Paul W Smith ~ September 30, 2025 ~ Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 68:12


    September 30th, 2025 ~ Paul W. Smith is back with more relentless positive radio. This time focusing not on tragedy or deadlines but how we can move past and rise up from them. His friend Doug Johnson drops in for a little chat about Paul and Kim's latest "Dream Vacation." Lastly, a republican is throwing his hat in to the ring to become Michigan's newest Secretary of State. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Candice Miller Endorses Him, But Will You?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 5:18


    September 30, 2025 ~ Anthony Forlini, Macomb County Clerk, joins Paul W. Smith to announce his run for Michigan Secretary of State. With a long list of accomplishments and an endorsement by Michigan's 40th Secretary of State, Candice Miller, Anthony Forlini is hopeful about taking over one of Michigan's top administrative roles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Whar More Can Be Done?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 8:07


    September 30, 2025 ~ Chris Swanson, Genesee County Sheriff joins Paul W. Smith to praise his team on their swift action in the shooting at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc. Sheriff Swanson goes on to discuss how he helps his team heal from such horrific situations afterwards. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Are You Ready for a "Dream Vacation"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 7:26


    September 30, 2025 ~ Paul W. Smith and Doug Johnson from Cruise and Tour plan a "Dream Vacation" for next August. Cruise and Tour presents a nine-night cruise abroad a boutique size Azamara cruise line ship . Explore Spain, France, Monaco, and Italy. All meals and a top-end beverage package are included. Spaces are limited for this unique trip. Call 800-383-3131 to book now! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Deadline Approaches...Will Michigan Lawmakers Get It Done?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 6:30


    September 30, 2025 ~ Paul W. Smith discusses the Michigan state budget crisis with Detroit News reporter Craig Mauger. Lawmakers face an unprecedented shutdown if they are unable to finalize the 500-page budget hours before the deadline. Craig Mauger highlights major impacts on schools and state workers if a deal isn't reached, stressing the uncertainty. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Who Benefits From a Government Shutdown?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 8:57


    September 30, 2025 ~ Will the federal government shut down? Tom Barrett, Congressman R-7th District, joins Paul W. Smith to discuss the consequences of a shut down. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Focus with Paul W Smith ~ September 29, 2025 ~ Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 68:22


    September 29, 2025 ~ From shut downs to shootings. Paul W. Smith highlights the weekend's top news stories. 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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    A Community Struck by Tragedy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 5:36


    September 29, 2025 ~ Paul W. Smith and Marie Osborne discussed the Grand Blanc church shooting. Five people, including the suspect Thomas Jacob Sanford, are dead. Officials call it targeted violence. A family assistance center offers support. Investigators urge anyone with information to contact 1-800-FBI or tips.FBI.gov. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Lions, Tigers and Wins, Oh My!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 13:10


    September 29, 2025 ~ Paul W. Smith and Nick Lundberg cover the Lions' 34-10 win over the Cleveland Browns. Nick Lundberg details the team's strong defense, offense, and D.J. Reed's hamstring injury with news on his return. They also discuss the Tigers securing a wild card spot, despite a blown lead. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    See Something, Say Something, Do Something

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 6:40


    September 29, 2025 ~ Paul W. Smith and Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard discussed the Grand Blanc shooting and church fire. They lament the repeated tragedies. Michael Bouchard stresses the importance of reporting disturbing behavior. He notes that in many cases, people saw or heard something but did not share it. Community vigilance is key to prevention. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    It's a Shutdown Showdown!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 5:54


    September 29, 2025 ~ Paul W. Smith and Fox News Correspondent Ryan Schmelz discuss the looming government shutdown. They explored ways to avert it before midnight Tuesday. Democrats demand Obamacare subsidies in funding bills, while Republicans seek reforms. Both sides remain firm, creating a standoff. The political consequences are uncertain. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    When Should Federal Power Override States for Public Safety?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 8:20


    September 29, 2025 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News, tackle federal intervention in state policing with Paul W. Smith. Finley notes Americans voted for change, not chaos. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Focus with Paul W Smith ~ September 26, 2025 ~ Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 65:17


    September 26, 2025 ~ State Legislature has budget deal. Congresswoman Haley Stevens calling for impeachment RFK Jr. MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz checks in. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth calls large meeting for next week. Former FBI Director Comey charged. Riger Reviews it 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.

    Riger Reviews One Battle After Another and Black Rabbit

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 8:36


    September 26, 2025 ~ Dave Riger reviews One Battle After Another on in theaters and Black Rabbit 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.

    DOJ Charges Former FBI Director James Comey

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 10:04


    September 26, 2025 ~ Todd Flood, Managing Partner of Flood Law PLLC, Host of "Behind the Bench" with Todd Flood on WJR discusses the DOJ charging former FBI Director James Comey. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Secretary of War Pete Hegseth Calls Large Meeting for Next Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 4:07


    September 26, 2025 ~ WJR's Marie Osborne discusses Secretary of War Pete Hegesth calling a large meeting with Generals and Admirals for next week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz Checks In

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 8:21


    September 26, 2025 ~ Kevin Guskiewicz, President at Michigan State University checks in with 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.

    State Budget Deal Reached, Stevens Wants to Impeach RFK Jr

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 6:40


    September 26, 2025 ~ David Dulio, Distinguished Professor in the Political Science Department and Director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Oakland University discusses the latest on a budget deal and Congresswoman Haley Stevens looking to impeach RFK Jr. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Focus with Paul W Smith ~ September 25, 2025 ~ Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 59:02


    September 25, 2025 ~ DOJ weighing whether to indict James Comey. Michigan could see a double shutdown on October 1st. DOGE hiring back some folks. Latest on ICE facility shooting in Dallas. Washtenaw County won't assists with immigration crackdowns 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.

    Washtenaw County Says They Will Not Assist Feds on Immigration Crackdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 7:49


    September 25, 2025 ~ James Craig, Former Detroit Police Chief discusses Washtenaw County saying they will not assist feds in immigration crackdown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Congressman Walberg on Dallas Shooting and Federal Budget Deadline

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 7:42


    September 25, 2025 ~ Congressman Tim Walberg R-5th District discusses the ICE facility shooting in Dallas yesterday and the looming federal budget deadline. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Trump Administration Rehiring Hundreds of Laid Off DOGE Employees

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 6:38


    September 25, 2025 ~ WJR's Marie Osborne with the latest on DOGE rehiring hundreds of laid off workers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    State Legislature Adds Extra Days Ahead of Budget Deadline

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 6:31


    September 25, 2025 ~ Joe Aragona, State Representative R-Central Macomb County discusses the latest on the state budget deadline. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    DOJ Weighing Comey Indictment, Shutdown Would Benefit Duggan

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 7:02


    September 25, 2025 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News and co-author of "The Civility Book A Guide to building Bridges Across the Political Divide" discusses the DOJ trying to decide whether or not to indict James Comey and his column on a shut down benefitting Mike Duggan 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.

    Focus with Paul W Smith ~ September 24, 2025 ~ Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 64:25


    September 24, 2025 ~ President Trump changes tone on Ukraine. Multiple people shot at ICE facility in Dallas. Jimmy Kimmel returns. Tik Tok reaches a deal 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.

    Sheriff Bouchard on Shooting at ICE Facility in Dallas

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 5:23


    September 24, 2025 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard discusses the shooting at the ICE facility in Dallas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Tik Tok Has Deal with Oracle

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 8:24


    September 24, 2025 ~ Tom Watkins, Director President and CEO of TDW and Associates discusses the deal reached between Tik Tok and and Oracle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Jimmy Kimmel Returns to the Airwaves

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 8:12


    September 24, 2025 ~ Matt Friedman, co-founder of Tanner Friedman Strategic Communications discusses the return of Jimmy Kimmel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Denise Ilitch Launching New Show on WJR

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 6:39


    September 24, 2025 ~ Denise Ilitch joins Paul W Smith to announce the debut of her new show this Saturday at 5pm. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Update on Shooting at ICE Facility in Dallas

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 7:33


    September 24, 2025 ~ WJR's Marie Osborne has the latest on the shooting in Dallas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Trump Says Ukraine Can Reclaim Most of It's Territory

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 7:22


    September 24, 2025 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor on President Trump's change of tone on Ukraine. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Focus with Paul W Smith ~ September 23, 2025 ~ Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 49:44


    September 23, 2025 ~ Shutdowns loom on both the state and federal level. President Trump delivers remarks in from of UN General Assembly. Lions win big on the road. Trump administration ties acetaminophen to autism, Jimmy Kimmel will be back on air 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.

    Jimmy Kimmel Returns Tonight

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 5:30


    September 23, 2025 ~ WJR's Marie Osborne discusses the end of Jimmy Kimmel's suspension from ABC. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Trump Administration Ties Acetaminophen During Pregnancy to Autism

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 10:51


    September 23, 2025 ~ Emily Stefanic, MA, LPC, MS, PA-C, Physicians Assistant at Oakland Family Services where she is in charge of medication management discusses the Trump administration linking acetaminophen during pregnancy to autism. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Lions Beat Ravens 38-30 on Monday Night Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 8:03


    September 23, 2025 ~ Nick Lundberg, WJR Digital Sports Reporter recaps last night's Lions victory. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Nesbitt on State Budget and National Guard

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 6:51


    September 23, 2025 ~ Aric Nesbitt, Michigan's Senate Minority Leader and Republican Gubernatorial Candidate gives us an update on the budget and his thoughts on calling the National Guard to Detroit if he were Governor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    President Trump Speaks in Front of UN General Assembly

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 8:17


    September 23, 2024 ~ Tonya J Powers, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor recaps President Trump's address in front of the UN General Assembly. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Trump to Meet With Dem Leadership Ahead of Shutdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 12:04


    September 23, 2025 ~ Congresswoman Debbie Dingell D-Ann Arbor discusses the latest on a possible government shutdown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Focus with Paul W Smith ~ September 22, 2025 ~ Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 66:30


    September 22, 2025 ~ Chris Alberta in for Paul W Smith. Turning down the political temperature after Charlie Kirk's memorial, the battle over gender and looking ahead to Monday Night Football between the Lions and the Baltimore Ravens. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Previewing Lions vs Ravens on Monday Night Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 9:07


    September 22, 2025 ~ Anthony Bellino, co-host of SportsWrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino previews tonight's game between the Lions and Baltimore Ravens. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    How Conservatives Can Attract More People by Taking High Road on Charlie Kirk

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 7:12


    September 22, 2025 ~ Henry Olsen, Senior Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center discusses his OPED in the Washington Post "This is the right's moment to forge a supermajority." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Recapping Charlie Kirk's Memorial

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 8:29


    September 22, 2025 ~Jeff Monosso, Fox News correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses yesterday's memorial for Charlie Kirk. 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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