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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 26, 2024

    Focus With Paul. W Smith ~ Full Show ~ April 26, 2024

    April 26, 2024 ~ Detroit sets attendance record for NFL draft. Nolan Finley checks in. Harvey Weinstein's NY rape conviction overturned. Manslaughter charges filed in connection with the industrial building explosion in Macomb County. Greg Russell reviews "Boy Kills World" and "The Big Door Prize" and the day's biggest headlines.

    • 1 hr 17 min
    Movie Show Plus: Boy Kills World and The Big Door Prize

    Movie Show Plus: Boy Kills World and The Big Door Prize

    April 26, 2024 ~ Greg Russell from Movie Show Plus reviews "Boy Kills World" and "The Big Door Prize"

    • 11 min
    Manslaughter Charges Filed in Clinton Township Explosion

    Manslaughter Charges Filed in Clinton Township Explosion

    April 26, 2024 ~ Macomb Prosecutor Pete Lucido discusses involuntary manslaughter charges filed against the owner of the industrial building that blew up in March and the first safe storage charges filed in the county.

    • 9 min
    Harvey Weinstein's NY Rape Conviction Overturned

    Harvey Weinstein's NY Rape Conviction Overturned

    April 26, 2024 ~ Senior News Analyst Marie Osborne discusses the overturning of Harvey Weinstein's rape conviction in New York.

    • 7 min
    Trump Trial and Trade Schools Over Colleges

    Trump Trial and Trade Schools Over Colleges

    April 26, 2024 ~Nolan Finley Editorial Page Editor for The Detroit News talks Trump legal proceedings and college campus protests.

    • 10 min
    Detroit Draft Breaks Records

    Detroit Draft Breaks Records

    April 26, 2024 ~ Anthony Bellino, Co-Host of Sports Wrap weeknights at 6 talks draft pick and draft crowds with Paul.

    • 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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