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Longtime broadcaster 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 Cumulus Media Detroit

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    • 4.2 • 20 Ratings

Longtime broadcaster 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 ~ Full Show ~ April 24, 2024

    Focus With Paul W. Smith ~ Full Show ~ April 24, 2024

    April 24, 2024 ~ Senate passes $95 billion foreign aid package with the Tik Tok ban. State Rep. looking to crack down on international crime gangs. How Ford inspired new Lions jersey. Charges announced in deadly Monroe car accident. Looking ahead to tomorrow's draft and the day's biggest headlines.

    • 1 hr 10 min
    Terry Rhadigan Looks Ahead to Hosting Focus From The Draft

    Terry Rhadigan Looks Ahead to Hosting Focus From The Draft

    April 24, 2024 ~ Terry Rhadigan, Chair of the Detroit Sports Organizing Corporation looks ahead at tomorrow's draft and his spot filling in for Paul from downtown.

    • 7 min
    Charges Filed in Fatal Monroe Car Accident

    Charges Filed in Fatal Monroe Car Accident

    April 24, 2024 ~ Todd Flood, Attorney Flood Law discusses charges brought against a 66 year old Monroe County woman who drove her car into the Swan Creek boat club killing 2 children, injuring at least a dozen more people.

    • 10 min
    How Ford Inspired New Lions Jerseys

    How Ford Inspired New Lions Jerseys

    April 24, 2024 ~ Ted Ryan, Archive and Heritage Brand Manager at Ford talks about how the auto company inspired the new Lions jerseys and what Ford is doing for the draft.

    • 8 min
    State Rep. Martin Introduces Plan to Fight Chilean Gangs

    State Rep. Martin Introduces Plan to Fight Chilean Gangs

    April 24, 2024 ~ State Rep. David Martin discusses a plan he introduced to crack down in international crime rings targeting Michigan families.

    • 5 min
    How Dangerous is Tik Tok?

    How Dangerous is Tik Tok?

    April 24, 2024 ~ Mike Rogers, Veteran, former FBI Agent and Chairman of the US Intelligence Committee now running for Senate discusses the foreign aid bill passed by the Senate and how dangerous is Tik Tok?

    • 8 min

Customer Reviews

4.2 out of 5
20 Ratings

20 Ratings

Seanobbbbb ,

Broadcast Excellence

It’s an incredible show. Very much recommended.

Tapin4parski ,

More right wing misinformation

All this dufus does all morning long is spew right wing talking points, spreads lies and misinformation to his audience and since the average age of his listeners are 65+, they are out of touch with society and reality and lap it up like the Trumptards who believe in the election lies. He knows what he does, continues to do it anyway and wouldn’t know a fact of it hit him square in his face. Pitiful, gross and unAmerican propaganda.

Ted Sleder ,

I want them all

Love the interviews, but disappointed how long it takes to get the latest issues. Also disappointed that not all of Paul’s interviews are included. WTKA-AM in Ann Arbor (another Cumulus station) is able to get all portions of their morning show out in minutes after they are complete.

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