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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 ~ March 24, 2026 ~ Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 71:56


    March 24, 2026 ~ SCOTUS looks to be leaning towards limiting mail in ballots. Latest on the DHS shutdown. MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz checks in. ICE not at Metro Airport 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.

    No ICE Agents at Detroit Metro as City of Romulus Joins Lawsuit Against Detention Facility

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 8:00


    March 24, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News on ICE, Metro Airport and the Romulus detention facility. 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 Mar 24, 2026 10:46


    March 24, 2026 ~ Kevin Guskiewicz, President at Michigan State University talks Sweet 16 and other things going on at MSU. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Paul W. and Kim's Dream Vacation

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 9:52


    March 24, 2026 ~ Doug Johnson, Senior Director of Business Development at Cruise and Tour looks ahead to Paul W. and Kim's dream vacation coming up in August. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    SCOTUS Leaning Towards Limiting Mail in Ballots

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 8:46


    March 24, 2026 ~ 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 SCOTUS hearing case on mail in ballots and the Detroit News's oped on Trump committing troops to Iran. 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 ~ March 23, 2026 ~ Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 64:26


    March 23, 2026 ~ Trump sending ICE to airports. Deadly collision at LaGuardia. Trump extends deadline to reopen Straits of Hormuz. Michigan State and Michigan heading to the sweet 16 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.

    Michigan State and Michigan Both Heading to the Sweet 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 5:54


    March 23, 2026 ~ Nick Lundberg, WJR Digital Sports Reporter discusses the NCAA tournament. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Trump Extends Deadline on Iran Ultimatum

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 8:09


    March 23, 2026 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Ret. Lt. Colonel in the US Army discusses the latest in Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    2 Dead Multiple Injured at LaGuardia

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 7:23


    March 23, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the latest in the LaGuardia airplane collision. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Justin Kirk Running for Congress in the 10th District

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 6:45


    March 23, 2026 ~ Justin Kirk, running for Congress as a Republican in the 10th District discusses his campaign. 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 Sends ICE to Help TSA

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 6:57


    March 23, 2026 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses President Trump sending ICE into the airports and facing criticism for his post on Robert Mueller. 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 ~ March 20, 2026 ~ Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 69:02


    March 20, 2026 ~ Latest in the Iran war. Match day for local medical students. John James calls for $638 million for Selfridge, discusses Markwayne Mullin and the ongoing shutdown plus 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 Project Hail Mary and Born to Bowl

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 9:25


    March 20, 2026 ~ Riger Reviews Project Hail Mary in theaters and Born to Bowl HBO Max. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    John James on Selfridge, Mullin and the Shutdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 9:48


    March 20, 2026 ~ John James, Congressman R-10th District, Gubernatorial Candidate is calling for $638 million for Selfridge, gives his thoughts on Markwayne Mullin and the ongoing shutdown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    OU Med School's Match Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 4:42


    March 20, 2026 ~ Dr. Chris Carpenter, Dean of the Oakland University Medical School of Medicine discusses match day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Kaitlyn Buss on GOP Primaries and Hegseth's Rhetoric

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 10:15


    March 20, 2026 ~ Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses her columns on the primaries and Pete Hegseth's rhertoric. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Latest from Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 10:15


    March 20, 2026 ~ Eben Brown, Fox News Correspondent, WJR Contributor gives Paul W. the latest from Iran. 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 ~ March 19, 2026 ~ Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 59:54


    March 19, 2026 ~ JD Vance visits. Markwayne Mullin grilled. Oakland County offers free defense courses for houses of worship. Post office may run out of money. NCAA tournament starts for MSU. Latest on Iran war and energy prices plus 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.

    Hegseth Gives Update on War

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 5:39


    March 19, 2026 ~ Doron Levin, Freelance Journalist, born in Israel, served in Israeli military discusses Pete Hegseth's press conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Fed Rate Stays Put, Energy Prices Soar Due to Attack on Infrastructure

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 5:00


    March 19, 2026 ~ Patrick Anderson, Founder and CEO of Anderson Economic Group discusses the fed interest rate not changing and oil price trouble brewing due to war in Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    MSU Opens NCAA Tournament

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 6:35


    March 19, 2026 ~ Nic Fardella, WJR's MSU digital sports reporter previews the NCAA tournament. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Post Office Could Run Out of Money, Airports May be Forced to Close

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 3:23


    March 19, 2026 ~ David Shepardson, covers transportation, autos and aviation for Reuters discusses the post office running low on money and some airports may be forced to close due to DHS shutdown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Oakland County Offering Free Security Classes to House of Worship

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 9:41


    March 19, 2026 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard discusses the free security classes Oakland County is offering to houses of worship. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    JD Vance in Town, Markwayne Mullin Grilled

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 9:10


    March 19, 2026 ~ 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 JD Vance's visit to Auburn Hills yesterday and Markwayne Mullin's hearing. 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 ~ March 18, 2026 ~ Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 58:57


    March 18, 2026 ~ Senate debates SAVE act, Pam Bondi subpoenaed again. Lawmakers push back on antisemitism. Latest in Iran. Cuba still in the dark. Latest on gas prices 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.

    Ford Buys Back 32 Million Shares of It's Own Stock

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 6:48


    March 18, 2026 ~ Keith Naughton. Bloomberg Auto Business Auto Business Report discusses Ford buying back 32 million shares of it's own stock. 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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    Latest on Oil Prices

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 7:05


    March 18, 2026 ~ Patrick DeHaan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at Gas Buddy discusses the latest on oil prices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Joe Kent Resigns, Cuba Still in the Dark

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 3:52


    March 18, 2026 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Ret. Lt. Colonel in the US Army discusses the latest in foreign policy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Lawmakers Team Up to Fight Antisemitism

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 6:32


    March 18, 2026 ~ Noah Arbit, State Representative D-West Bloomfield and Commerce Twp discusses the push by lawmakers to fight antisemitism. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Senate Debate SAVE Act, House Oversight Committee Subpoenas Bondi

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 5:26


    March 18, 2026 ~ David Dulio, Distinguished Professor, Political Science Department and Director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Oakland University discusses the latest in the SAVE act and Pam Bondi being subpoenaed by 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.

    Focus with Paul W. Smith ~ March 16, 2026 ~ Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 65:07


    March 16, 2026 ~ Latest on Temple Israel investigation. People accused of being false electors sue Dana Nessel. Latest in Iran. FCC threatens networks over Iran war coverage 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.

    FCC Chair Brendan Carr Threatens to Revoke Broadcast Licenses over Iran Coverage

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 11:12


    March 16, 2026 ~ Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News discusses the threats from the FCC to networks over Iran war coverage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    6 Airman Identified and the Latest in Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 7:58


    March 16, 2026 ~ Peter Meijer, former congressman and army veteran discusses the latest in Iran. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Grand Traverse Pie Company Celebrates Pie Day and Michigan Agriculture Month

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 5:31


    March 16, 2026 ~ Mike Busley, co-founder of Grand Traverse Pie Company discusses pie day and Michigan agriculture month. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    People Accused of Being False Electors

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 5:44


    March 16, 2026 ~ Erick Karrdal Esq, Partner at Mohrman Kaardal and Erickson PA is the lead attorney for a group of people accused of being false electors who are suing Dana Nessel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Latest in the Temple Israel Investigation

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 7:11


    March 16, 2026 ~ Andy Arena, Director of the Detroit Police Commission, Former Special Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Detroit Office discusses the latest in the Temple Israel investigation. 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 ~ March 13, 2026 ~ March 13, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 68:59


    March 13, 2026 ~ Community reacts to attack at Temple Israel. US troops die in plane crash. TSA workers to miss first paycheck 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 Reminders of Him in Theaters and Previews the Oscars

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 13:58


    March 13, 2026 ~ Dave Riger reviews Reminders of Him in theaters and previews the Oscars 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.

    Jewish Community on Edge After Temple Israel Attack

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 9:02


    March 13, 2026 ~ Doron Levin, Freelance Journalist, born in Israel discusses yesterday's Temple Israel attack. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Temple Israel Attacker Stopped by Synagogue Security

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 5:28


    March 13, 2026 ~ Aaron Tobin, Founder of Magen Security gives his insight on the Temple Israel attack yesterday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Congressman Barrett on Temple Israel, The Shutdown and Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 9:10


    March 13, 2026 ~ Congressman R-7th District Tom Barrett gives his thoughts on the Temple Israel, Iran and the shutdown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Sheriff Mike Bouchard on Yesterday's Temple Israel Attack

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 13:18


    March 13, 2026 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard discusses the law enforcement response to the Temple Israel attack. 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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