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.
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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.
December 15, 2025 ~ Person of interest released in Brown University shooting. At least 15 dead in antisemitic attack in Australia. Lions lose ground in the wildcard. Rob Reiner and his wife found murdered. 3 Americans killed in Syria and the day's biggest headlines.
December 15, 2025 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, Ret. Lt Colonel in the US Army discusses the three Americans killed in Syria and Witkoff's meeting with Zelenskyy.
December 15, 2025 ~ Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses the murder of Rob Reiner and his wife as well as his piece on Michigan football.
December 15, 2025 ~ Dave Meador, former DTE Executive discusses Trove Marketplace the first e-commerce employment initiative for adults with disabilities.
December 15, 2025 ~ Anthony Bellino, co-host of "SportsWrap with Lomas Brown and Anthony Bellino" weeknights at 6 breaks down the Lions loss and the perception of the Michigan coaching job.
December 15, 2025 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard discusses the mass shootings at Brown University and at a Hannukah celebration in Australia.
December 12, 2025 ~ two healthcare bills fail to pass the senate. Latest in the Sherrone Moore saga. Tensions escalate between the US and Argentina. Charlie Kirk murder suspect appears in court and the day's biggest headlines.
December 12, 2025 ~ Retired Brigadier General Doug "Odie" Slocum, Former Air Wing Commander for the 127th Fighter Group at Selfridge Air National Guard Base discusses ratcheting tensions between the US and Argentina.
December 10, 2025 ~ Trump touts economy in Pennsylvania. Michigan lawmaker introduces bill to restrict social media use for minors. Court case for high profile Northern Michigan murder delayed. Judge unseals Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury material. Speaker Matt Hall proposing price controls on hospitals and the day's biggest headlines.
December 10, 2025 ~ Michigan Speaker Matt Hall discusses his call for price controls on hospitals and asking the Michigan Supreme Court to hear stalled bills appeal.
December 10, 2025 ~ Mark Tisdel, R-Rochester Hills, State Representative in Michigan's 55th District sponsoring a bill to restrict social media use for people under 18.
December 10, 2025 ~ David Dulio, Distinguished Professor Political Science Department and Director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Oakland University discusses the economy and inflation at a rally in Pennsylvania.
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.
