Best WJR Podcasts (2025)

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Focus with Paul W Smith ~ July 18, 2025 ~ Full Show 1:14:33

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July 18, 2025 ~ What's going on with the weather? New scam going around. President Trump diagnosed with Chronic Venous Insufficiency. Detroit Regional Chamber makes a number of big endorsements. President Trump orders release of Epstein grand jury testimony. $9 billion in spending cuts passes the house. Riger reviews I know What You Did Last Summer…

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Riger Reviews It ~ I Know What You Did Last Summer and Billy Joel and So it Goes 11:04

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By Curtis Paul

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Trump Orders Release of Epstein Grand Jury Testimony 7:51

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July 18, 2025 ~ Jared Halpern, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor discusses Trump ordering the release of grand jury testimony in the Epstein case and the $9 billion worth of cuts passing the house.By Curtis Paul

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Detroit Regional Chamber Makes Two Big Endorsements 8:17

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July 18, 2025 ~ Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber discusses two major endorsements the Chamber made for Governor and Mayor.By Curtis Paul

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President Trump Diagnosed with Chronic Venous Insufficiency 7:52

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July 18, 2025 ~ Dr. Joel Kahn, Integrative Cadiologist at the Kahn Center for Cardiac Longevity discusses Donald Trump being diagnosed with Chronic Venous Insufficiency.By Curtis Paul

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Sheriff Bouchard Warns of Jury Duty Scam 9:44

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July 18, 2025 ~ Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard discusses the newest scam involving jury duty with Paul W Smith.By Curtis Paul

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Flash Floods and Wildfires, What's Going on With Our Weather? 6:05

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July 18, 2025 ~ Paul Gross, Meteorologist, was on WDIV local 4 for 40 years discusses the rash of flash floods and wildfires we have been seeing lately.By Curtis Paul

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'JR Morning Show ~ Full Show ~ July 18, 2025 1:41:59

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July 18, 2025 ~ Full ShowBy Curtis Paul

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Latino Festival Returns to Hart Plaza 8:41

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July 18, 2025 ~ ARRiBA! event organizer Paula Anderanin joins Kevin and Lloyd in studio to talk about the first Latino festival to take place in Hart Plaza in over 30 years!By Curtis Paul

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Opportunity Detroit ~ John Jamian 9:17

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July 20, 2025 ~ The famous Tall Ships are sailing through the Detroit River, and they will be in Detroit on Aug. 8 through 10. Detroit Port Authority Director of Operations John Jamian joins the show to discuss what people can expect from these massive vessels.By Curtis Paul

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Best Lighthouses in Michigan to Visit! 7:34

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July 18, 2025 ~ Dave Lorenz, host of WJR's "The Michigan Travel Show," joins Kevin and Lloyd to the best lighthouses to visit in Michigan ahead of National Lighthouse Day on August 7!By Curtis Paul

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First College in Michigan Offering a BA in Artificial Intelligence 8:15

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July 18, 2025 ~ Dr. Dave Schippers, vice president and chief academic officer at Walsh College, talks with Kevin and Lloyd about the college launching a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with and AI and ML concentration, one of the first in Michigan.By Curtis Paul

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FBI Investigating Detroit Judge for Alleged Bribery and Fraud 8:40

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July 18, 2025 ~ Todd Flood, managing partner of Flood Law, talks with Kevin and Lloyd about the FBI investigating a Detroit judge and her father for alleged bribery and fraud related to the exploitation of vulnerable individuals within the probate court system.By Curtis Paul

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Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce Endorses Mike Duggan for Michigan Governor 10:08

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July 18, 2025 ~ Kevin and Lloyd are joined by Sandy Baruah, Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce president and chief executive officer, to discuss the chamber's early endorsement of Mike Duggan for Michigan governor in 2026.By Curtis Paul

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Air Force Implements Gender-Neutral Fitness Tests 6:58

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July 18, 2025 ~ Rocky Raczkowski, retired Lt. Colonel of the U.S. Army talks with Kevin and Lloyd about the Air Force implementing gender-neutral, job specific fitness tests for Explosive Ordnance Disposal airmen starting August 1.By Curtis Paul

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Focus with Paul W Smith ~ July 17, 2025 ~ Full Show 1:18:42

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July 17, 2025 ~ Archbishop Edward Weisenburger talks about his first few months on the job. Former Speaker Newt Gingrich discusses "Trump's Triumph: America's Greatest Comeback" as well as the latest drama in Washington. A group is trying to bring ranked choice voting to Michigan. Senator Peters on Selfridge Funding and the spending cuts passed yes…

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DOJ Fires Maurene Comey and Semiconductor Plant Falls Through 8:16

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July 17, 2025 ~Kaitlyn Buss, Assistant Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses the DOJ firing Maurene Comey and the cancellation of a planned manufacturing plant in Genesee County.By Curtis Paul

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Senator Peters on Selfridge Funding Being Approved and Senate Passing Spending Cuts 8:42

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July 17, 2025 ~ Senator Gary Peters discusses new funding for Selfridge and last night's late night session where they passed $9 billion in spending cuts.By Curtis Paul

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What is Ranked Choice Voting 7:57

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July 17, 2025 ~ Pat Zabawa, Executive Director of Rank MI Vote discusses Ranked Choice Voting and how they are trying to bring it to Michigan.By Curtis Paul

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Newt Gingrich on His New Book and What's Happening in Washington 19:53

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July 17, 2025 ~ Newt Gingrich, Former Speaker of the House discusses his new book "Trump's Triumph: America's Greatest Comeback" as well as the latest happenings in Washington DC.By Curtis Paul

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Archbishop Edward Weisenburger Talks to Paul W Smith 14:23

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July 17, 2025 ~ Archbishop Edward Weisenburger checks in with Paul W Smith about his first few months on the job.By Curtis Paul

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'JR Morning Show ~ Full Show ~ July 17, 2025 1:43:47

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July 17, 2025 ~ Full ShowBy Curtis Paul

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Detroit Comedian Hosts Three-Night Comedy Show 8:33

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July 17, 2025 ~ Detroit comedian J Will joins Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie in studio to discuss "WILLAPALOOZA," his upcoming three-night live comedy event at One Mike Comedy club.By Curtis Paul

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A Look at the Ann Arbor Art Fair! 8:52

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July 17, 2025 ~ Ann Arbor Art Fair's spokesperson Frances Todoro Hargreaves talks with Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie about what's happening at the city's iconic art fair including music, food, activities, exhibits, and much more!By Curtis Paul

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SanDisk Cancels Semiconductor Plant in Michigan 7:11

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July 17, 2025 ~ Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall joins Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss his meeting at ALEC with Trump's Department of Education secretary, SanDisk's semiconductor plan cancellation for a Michigan plant, and the impact of the Big, Beautiful, Bill on Michigan.By Curtis Paul

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Mike Duggan Proposes Suspended Salaries of Officials for Failure to Meet Budget Deadline 8:02

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July 17, 2025 ~ Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Mayor Mike Duggan about his proposed suspension of salaries of Michigan's state elected officials if they fail to pass the state budget on time as one of his first acts if elected as Michigan's governor.By Curtis Paul

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Epstein Cases Causing a Rift in Trump's Base 8:32

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July 17, 2025 ~ Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Dave Dulio, distinguished professor of political science department and director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Oakland University, about President Trump's stance on the Epstein cases creating a rift within his base.By Curtis Paul

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Previewing Detroit Lions Training Camp 8:10

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July 17, 2025 ~ Matt Dery, Lions analyst and host of the "Locked on Lions" podcast, joins Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie to previewing the upcoming Detroit Lions training camp for the 2025-26 season.By Curtis Paul

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$9 Billion Recissions Package in the Senate 8:27

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July 17, 2025 ~ Fox Correspondent Ryan Schmelz talks with Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie about Senate Republicans making changes to a $9 billion rescissions package of spending cuts proposed by President Donald Trump.By Curtis Paul

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Financial Literacy Lacking in America 7:52

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July 17, 2025 ~ Tim Payne, senior financial planner at Sentinel Benefits & Financial Group, talks with Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie about financial struggles lacking in America, leading to financial struggles and dependence on each paycheck.By Curtis Paul

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Focus with Paul W Smith ~ July 16, 2025 ~ Full Show 1:11:12

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July 16, 2025 ~ Full Show. Trump allies calling for release of Epstein files. Trump administration investigating UM. 3 big vehicles coming to GM's Orion Assembly. Macomb County Prosecutor calling for tougher laws against fleeing police. Latest CPI report shows inflation ticking up. State to fine Oakland County if they release sewage into Macomb Cou…

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State to Fine Oakland County for Releasing Sewage into Macomb County Waterways 11:18

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July 16, 2025 ~ Candice Miller, Macomb County Public Works Commissioner on the State's promise to fine Oakland County if they release sewage into Macomb County waterways.By Curtis Paul

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Are We Seeing the Effects of Tariffs in Latest Inflation Report? 7:14

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July 16, 2025 ~ Dr. Tim Nash, Northwood University Center for the Advancement of Free Enterprise and Entrepreneurship discusses the latest CPI report and whether or not the tariffs are causing higher inflation.By Curtis Paul

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Prosecutor Lucido Calls for Toughing Laws for People Fleeing Police 6:43

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July 16, 2025 ~ Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido calls for tougher laws against fleeing police in the wake of a deadly car accident involving a police chase over the weekend.By Curtis Paul

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Escalade, Silverado and Sierra Coming to Orion Assembly 10:47

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July 16, 2025 ~ Paul Eisenstein, Editor of Headlight Dot News discusses the new vehicles coming to GM's Orion Assembly.By Curtis Paul

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Trump Allies Call for Release of Epstein Files 6:28

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July 16, 2025 ~ Dennis Darnoi, Founder of Densar Consulting discusses Trump allies calling for the release of the Epstein files.By Curtis Paul

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'JR Morning Show ~ Full Show ~ July 16, 2025 1:43:51

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July 16, 2025 ~ Full ShowBy Curtis Paul

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Recapping the 2025 MLB All-Star Game 9:11

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July 16, 2025 ~ Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie are joined by iconic Detroit News sportswriter Lynn Henning to recap the MLB All-Star game. Photo: Jordan Godfree ~ Imagn ImagesBy Curtis Paul

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Women's Western Amateur Heads to Red Run Golf Club 9:19

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July 16, 2025 ~ Amateur golfer Lauren Oliveras joins Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss playing in the 125th Women's Western Amateur at Red Run Golf Club in Royal Oak.By Curtis Paul

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Michigan Legislation Facing Challenges Establishing a Long-Term Road Funding Plan 6:36

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July 16, 2025 ~ Rep. Ron Robinson joins Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie to discuss the challenges in establishing a long-term road funding plan for Michigan, with the Senate's lack of a proposal causing the primary roadblock.By Curtis Paul

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High-Tech Throne Bathrooms Piloting in Cadillac Square 10:24

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July 16, 2025 ~ Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Eric Larson, CEO of the Downtown Detroit Partnership, about Detroit piloting high-tech, portable Throne bathrooms in Cadillac Square to improve downtown cleanliness and accessibility.By Curtis Paul

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Supreme Court Allows Mass Layoffs at the Department of Education 9:26

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July 16, 2025 ~ Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Michigan Education Association Press Secretary Thomas Morgan about the Supreme Court ruling to allow the Trump administration to move ahead with plans to carry out mass layoffs at the Department of Education.By Curtis Paul

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Senators Push for Raising the Retirment Age of Pilots 7:18

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July 16, 2025 ~ Mary Schiavo, former U.S. Department of Transportation inspector general, talks with Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie about Senators pushing for the Trump administration to support raising the international pilot retirement age amid a growing pilot shortage.By Curtis Paul

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Consumer Price Index Continues to Delay Potential Interest Rate Cuts 8:36

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July 16, 2025 ~ Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with David Sowerby, managing director and portfolio manager at Ancora, about the Consumer Price Index rising 2.7% from a year earlier, impacting consumer purchasing power and delaying potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.By Curtis Paul

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596 Books Pulled from Shelves of Defense Department Schools 7:29

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July 16, 2025 ~ Fox Correspondent Tonya J. Powers talks with Kevin, Lloyd, and Jamie 596 books being removed from the shelves of the Department of Defense schools, raising First Amendment concerns.By Curtis Paul

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Michigan State University announces record fundraising year 19:29

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Uncommon Will in Action: A Record Year for a Far Better World Michigan StateUniversity has announced it raised a record $380.1 million during the fiscal year that ended June 30. MSU is also in the early stagesof its Uncommon Will. Far Better World. campaign. The public phase of the campaign was launched in March of 2025. Michigan State University P…

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Focus with Paul W Smith ~ July 15, 2025 ~ Full Show 1:11:25

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July 15, 2025 ~ President Trump threatens tariffs on countries that do business with Russia if there's not a ceasefire deal. Tigers will be on display at tonight's all star game. SCOTUS allows mass layoffs at the Department of Education. Facts and myths about supplements. What is the Windsor 40-40 campaign and the day's biggest headlines.…

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40-40 Windsor Campaign 8:00

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July 15, 2025 ~ Neal Rubin, Columnist at the Detroit Free Press discusses his column on the 40-40 Windsor campaign.By Curtis Paul

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Supplements Fact vs Fiction 11:59

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July 15, 2025 ~ Dr. Andrew Weil, 10 time NYTimes bestselling author, Harvard MD, Founder & Director, Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona, Founder True Food Kitchen Restaurant tells us which supplements are good, which ones are bad and which ones are a waste of time.…

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SCOTUS Clears Way for Mass Layoffs at the Department of Education 9:07

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July 15, 2025 ~ Andrew Brodie, Superintendent of Flat Rock Schools and Past President of the Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators discusses the Supreme Court clearing the way for the Department of Education to layoff 1400 people.By Curtis Paul

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