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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.
Focus with Paul W. Smith's October 8, 2026 episode is a news roundup covering multiple current events and political developments. The show promises coverage of several major stories: a Senate debate scheduled for that evening, a Trump administration policy automatically enrolling children in bank accounts,…
Worth it if you want a quick daily news briefing covering multiple major stories and don't require deep analysis or multiple perspectives on any single issue.
This 6-minute episode of Focus with Paul W. Smith covers the FBI's thwarting of a planned attack on the Mall of America. The guest is Daniel Roberts, a former Special Agent in Charge of the Detroit FBI and retired Police Chief for Franklin and Bingham Farms. The episode appears to focus on this specific security…
Worth it if you want a rapid update on a current security story but don't expect detailed investigation or expert insight.
This 11-minute episode features Paul W. Smith interviewing Ken Lingenfelter, owner of The Lingenfelter Collection, about an upcoming fall open house event scheduled for Saturday. The episode appears to focus on promoting this annual event, which benefits the Pink Fund (a charitable organization). Lingenfelter,…
Worth it if you're in the area and considering visiting the Lingenfelter Collection open house this weekend or want to support the Pink Fund.
Focus with Paul W. Smith is an 8-minute news episode published October 8, 2026, covering two main topics: the return of the USS Abraham Lincoln and unrest in France. The episode features Peter Meijer, a former congressman and Army veteran, as the primary guest to discuss these developments. Given the brevity of the…
Worth it if you want a rapid daily news update on current events and don't have time for longer-form analysis.
This 5-minute episode from Focus with Paul W. Smith features Patrick DeHaan, Head of Petroleum Analysis at GasBuddy, discussing a Trump executive order permitting tax-free red-dye diesel. The episode title promises coverage of this policy development, which would represent a significant shift in fuel taxation and…
Worth it if you want a quick update on this executive order and GasBuddy's take on its market impact, but not if you need thorough policy analysis.
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This 8-minute episode from Focus with Paul W. Smith features Neil Rockind, a criminal defense trial attorney at Rockind Law, discussing recent developments in the Christa Pike case. Christa Pike is a notable death row inmate whose case has drawn ongoing legal attention. The episode title frames the discussion around…
Worth it if you follow the Christa Pike case closely and want a quick legal update from a defense attorney, but not if you're seeking comprehensive analysis.
This 7-minute episode of Focus with Paul W. Smith features Kaitlyn Buss, Deputy Editorial Page Editor for The Detroit News, discussing two topics: a preview of that evening's Senate debate and an update on Trump bank accounts for children. The episode is hosted on Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. Beyond the show notes,…
Worth it if you want a quick news briefing on the Senate debate and Trump account story before heading into the evening, but not if you seek detailed analysis.
This October 7, 2026 episode of Focus with Paul W. Smith covers Michigan's political landscape and national headlines. The show features a debate between John James and Jocelyn Benson, likely related to a statewide race, and previews an upcoming debate between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed. The episode also covers…
Worth it if you want a quick overview of Michigan political races and that day's national headlines, but not if you're seeking in-depth reporting or analysis.
This 6-minute episode from Focus with Paul W. Smith features Molly Blankenship, Associate Vice President at Jobs for the Future, discussing findings from a new jobs report that highlights America's skilled trades talent gap. The episode title promises an examination of how recent employment data reveals shortages in…
Worth it if you want a quick snapshot of skilled trades employment trends but don't expect detailed analysis or solutions.
This 10-minute episode from Focus with Paul W. Smith marks the third anniversary of the October 7, 2026 attack on Israel. The host interviews Doron Levin, a freelance journalist born in Israel with military service experience, to discuss the significance and aftermath of the attack three years on. The episode is…
Worth it if you want a quick, insider perspective on the October 7 attack's three-year legacy from someone with Israeli military experience, but expect limited depth given the format.
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This is a 12-minute episode from Focus with Paul W. Smith featuring Mike Rogers, a Republican Senate candidate with an extensive background as a former U.S. Congressman, FBI agent, and former Chair of the House Intelligence Committee. The episode is framed as a pre-debate interview, with Rogers preparing for a Senate…
Worth it if you're a Michigan voter seeking last-minute context on Mike Rogers before the El-Sayed debate, but only if the episode delivers substantive debate preview material.
This is a 7-minute episode of Focus with Paul W. Smith featuring Dave Dulio, Director of the Center for Civic Engagement and Political Science Professor at Oakland University, providing a recap of a gubernatorial debate that took place the night before (October 6, 2026). The episode is hosted on Simplecast, an AdsWizz…
Worth it if you want a quick same-day expert take on a Michigan gubernatorial debate, but only if you're already following the race closely.
Focus with Paul W. Smith's October 6, 2026 episode covers several major news stories from that day. The show opens with coverage of former President Obama's campaign appearance alongside Michigan gubernatorial candidates Gretchen Whitmer and Abdulrahman El-Sayed, a significant political moment in the run-up to the…
Worth it if you want a quick daily news briefing on Michigan politics and national headlines, but not if you seek in-depth analysis or reporting.
This 12-minute episode features Todd Flood, managing partner of Flood Law, PLLC and host of "Behind the Bench" on WJR, discussing anticipated cases for the current Supreme Court term. The episode title promises a forward-looking analysis of major SCOTUS cases expected to be heard. However, the show notes provide no…
Worth it if you follow Supreme Court news closely and want a quick expert preview, but only if the episode actually names and discusses specific pending cases.
This is a 7-minute episode from Focus with Paul W. Smith featuring Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News, discussing Henry Ford and the automobile as part of the "America 250 Michigan Made" series. The episode appears to be a brief historical segment marking Michigan's contribution to American…
Worth it if you want a quick historical refresher on Henry Ford's role in American automotive innovation as part of America 250 celebrations, but not if you seek substantive analysis.
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The source material provided contains only hosting and advertising information from Simplecast/AdsWizz, with no actual episode description, show notes, guest information, or content details. The episode title 'Should We Be Worried About The Plague' suggests a discussion of plague-related concerns—potentially…
Worth it if you can access the full episode description or listen directly, since this review has no substantive material to assess.
This 6-minute episode from Focus with Paul W. Smith features Jonathan Savage, a Fox News correspondent and WJR contributor, discussing President Trump's statement that a threat from Iran prompted the removal of bombers from a UK air base. The episode title directly references Trump's claim about the reasoning behind…
Worth it if you want a quick news update on U.S. military movements and Iran tensions, but not if you seek detailed analysis or multiple perspectives.
This 7-minute episode of Focus with Paul W. Smith covers Michigan political developments on October 6, 2026. The show notes indicate two main topics: President Obama's planned campaign appearance in Michigan supporting candidates Benson and El-Sayed, and an upcoming gubernatorial debate between Jocelyn Benson and John…
Worth it if you're a Michigan voter wanting a quick update on that day's political events before the evening debate.
Focus with Paul W. Smith's October 5, 2026 episode covers a broad range of Michigan and national news topics in a 68-minute format. The episode opens with election coverage, examining whether the 2026 midterms will mirror the 2018 election cycle—a timely question given the proximity to voting. The show then shifts to…
Worth it if you're a Michigan news junkie seeking quick updates on local and national stories, but not if you want in-depth reporting or focused analysis.
This is a brief 6-minute episode of Focus with Paul W. Smith featuring Lomas Brown Jr., a Detroit Lions legend and color analyst for the Detroit Lions Radio Network. The episode covers the Lions' loss to the Carolina Panthers with a final score of 32-26. Brown, who co-hosts "Sports Wrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony…
Worth it if you're a Lions fan seeking immediate expert reaction to the game loss and don't need deep tactical analysis.
This 11-minute episode features Paul W. Smith interviewing Devin Scillian, a retired news anchor from WDIV Local 4 in Detroit who has transitioned into creative work as a playwright, author, and musician. The conversation centers on Scillian's play "Bastard," which is running through December at the Purple Rose…
Worth it if you're in the Detroit area, interested in the Purple Rose Theater, or curious about Devin Scillian's creative work beyond journalism.
This 6-minute episode of Focus with Paul W. Smith features Marie Osborne, WJR's Director of Community Affairs and News, discussing a series of murders targeting homeless people in Lansing over recent months. The episode title poses the question of whether a serial killer is operating in the area, framing what appears…
Worth it if you live in or follow Lansing news and want a quick update on an active public safety concern.
