Focus with Paul W. Smith

June 2, 2023 ~ Lloyd Jackson, WJR Senior News Analyst talks to Paul about two high profile horrific crimes in the Detroit area.

June 2, 2023 ~ Bud Denker, Penske President & Chairman of the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix talks to Paul about this weekend's race and he says it's going to be a great time in the City of Detroit.

June 1, 2023 ~ Arn Tellem, Pistons Sports & Entertainment Vice-Chairman talks to Paul about the 2023 Mackinac Policy Conference and he says many important conversations take place at the event. Paul also asks him about news that the Pistons have a new coach however he says he can't comment yet.

June 1, 2023 ~ David Jurcak, Grand Hotel President of Operations talks to Paul about the many great things to do at Grand Hotel this summer.

June 1, 2023 ~ Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks tells Paul there are several important issues including growing Michigan's population under discussion at this year's 2023 Mackinac Policy Conference.

June 1, 2023 ~ Congresswoman Debbie Dingell talks to Paul about the House vote on the debt ceiling and she says lawmakers on both sides of the aisle walked away complaining that weren't happy with the legislation.

June 1, 2023 ~ Jerry Norcia, President & CEO of DTE Energy talks to Paul about the utility's new rates that go into effect today and he says they continue to work on improving electric service for Michigan residents.

June 1, 2023 ~ Mayor Mike Duggan & Richard Hosey, Detroit Land Developer talk to Paul about the Mayor's new plan to deal with vacant land in the city.

June 1, 2023 ~ Tony Michaels, President & CEO of The Parade Company & Jeff Donofrio, President & CEO of Business Leaders of Michigan talk to Paul live from the Detroit Regional Chamber Mackinac Policy Conference. Tony talks about the Ford Fireworks and Jeff talks about the need to recruit more great talent to Michigan.

June 1, 2023 ~ Governor Gretchen Whitmer talks to Paul about recent information that Michigan has population challenges and she says her administration is working hard to convince people that the state is a great place to live and raise a family.