The Dr. Phil Podcast

Inside The Deadly Takeover Trend Part 2

28 Jan 2025

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A focus on dangerous street takeovers, where young adults close down streets to perform reckless car stunts. Tonight, Dr. Phil focuses on a dangerous ...

Targeted & Trapped?

25 Jan 2025

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Nearly 40% of young Americans, aged 18–22, are addicted to social media, leaving many feeling targeted and trapped. Tonight, Dr. Phil explores the ...

[Encore] Below NYC with Mayor Eric Adams

24 Jan 2025

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Dr. Phil is taken by NYC Mayor Eric Adams on an evening tour of the Herald Square and West 4th Street subway stations, where Hizzoner and McGraw explo...

Activists, Agenda, and Bias. Is Therapy Under Attack?

23 Jan 2025

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Agenda, Activism, and Bias, are three words many claim are infiltrating mental health care due to therapists putting their own political ideologies be...

[Encore] Nathan Hochman: Los Angeles' New District Attorney

22 Jan 2025

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Dr. Phil's one-on-one with incoming Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman Dr. Phil sits down with Los Angeles' new District Attorney, Nathan Ho...

Navigating Therapy Amidst Cultural and Political Upheavals

22 Jan 2025

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Dr. Phil and Dr. Andrew Hartz, Founder & President of the Open Therapy Institute (OTI) https://www.opentherapyinstitute.org/ delve into the complex in...

[Encore] NYC Mayor Eric Adams Speaks

21 Jan 2025

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Dr. Phil sits down with Hizzoner at the mayor's historic residence, Gracie Mansion. The conversation covers critical topics, including Mayor Adams' in...

[Encore] Incoming "Border Czar" Visits the Unfinished Arizona Wall

18 Jan 2025

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Trump recently appointed Tom Homan as our "Border Czar" to help implement his vision on fixing our border crisis. Homan has over 30 yrs of experience ...

[Encore] Tom Homan: Trump's New "Border Czar"

17 Jan 2025

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Dr. Phil's one-on-one with incoming "Borde Czar" Tom Homan. Dr. Phil has an in-depth conversation with President-Elect Trump's incoming "border czar,"...

Beyond The Damage: The Insurance Catastrophe

16 Jan 2025

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As wildfires, hurricanes, and floods repeatedly devastate areas of the U.S. a focus on the nationwide insurance crisis as premiums skyrocket and compa...

Los Angeles Looters and Arsonists Charged

15 Jan 2025

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Los Angeles County District Attorney and Sheriff talk to Dr. Phil about charges against looters and arsonists Los Angeles County District Attorney Nat...

Forget Retiring, Barely Surviving

14 Jan 2025

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Meet guests, who claim their paychecks are barely enough to survive in today's economy, plus adults in their 70s who cannot afford to stop working.  ...

[Encore]: Trump Verdict: A Judicial Travesty

11 Jan 2025

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An Encore Presentation: President Trump's verdict is in – guilty on all 34 counts. Dr. Phil uses 15 years of trial science expertise to break down e...

Protection Rejection: Do Restraining Orders Work?

10 Jan 2025

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From romance to rage, adoration online to in-person obsession, this episode is a cautionary tale about stalking. Stalking stories have captured the c...

Psychedelic Drugs For Healing, Not A High

09 Jan 2025

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Mushrooms, Molly, Ecstasy, MDMA. Tune in tonight to hear just how experts believe these drugs might hold the key to not just battling but CURING PTSD,...

Teen Missing For 26 Days: Her Father's Heroic Rescue

09 Jan 2025

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A 14-year-old Long Island girl went missing for 26 days. Her father, Frank Gervasi, rescued her from a boat called The Phoenix, suspecting she was sex...

F Is For Failure

08 Jan 2025

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Shockingly low literacy rates, underfunded schools, and overworked teachers are creating a perfect storm, leaving millions of students behind academic...

Dance Moms and Beyond: Abby Lee Miller On Fame, Fallout, and Moving Forward

07 Jan 2025

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'Dance Moms' diva Abby Lee Miller sits down with Dr. Phil to share her past, her prison time, and what's next for the reality tv star. She's been call...

Cha-Ching Your Children: Is Monetizing Them Okay?

04 Jan 2025

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Family vloggers are cashing in, but also coming under fire for posting their kids. Dr Phil discusses whether children's comfortability, safety and pri...

Control + Alt + Deceive: Teen Boys & Sextortion

03 Jan 2025

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Parents, brace yourselves for a wake-up call! Dr. Phil delves into the alarming rise of sextortion targeting teen boys, uncovering the silent threats ...

Encore: Father Figures: Dr. Phil and Steve Harvey

02 Jan 2025

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Dr. Phil joins Steve Harvey to guide 250 teens at the Steve Harvey Mentoring Camp, teaching them to become responsible, ambitious men. Through laughte...

Our Dangerous Dependency On China

01 Jan 2025

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America's drug shortage is impacting millions of lives and threatening the US's national security.  Could China be behind it? Millions are going with...

Addiction Psychosis, Trips to The ER & Suicide: Is it Still "Just Weed"

31 Dec 2024

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Dr. Phil exposes the intense and often misunderstood world of modern marijuana, which boasts THC levels as high as 96%—a significant jump from the 4...

AI: The Future of Education?

28 Dec 2024

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Will AI technologies improve America's education system as we know it? Or is AI minimizing students' ability to think and problem-solve independently?...

Exceptional Youth

27 Dec 2024

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We'll celebrate what's right with today's youth! We'll hear from a fraternity member who made headlines for bravely and proudly protecting and defendi...

Steve Harvey's Camp: Building Men, Inspiring Dreams

26 Dec 2024

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Steve Harvey welcomes 250 fatherless teens to his Georgia ranch each summer, where they experience life-changing lessons, love, and surprise visits fr...

"Likes" For Bullies & Punches: The Teen Speaks Out, Part 2

25 Dec 2024

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Dr. Phil sits down with the accused 13-year-old bully who allegedly beat up two teens for the first time to find out why she is so angry.  In part 2,...

"Likes" For Bullies & Punches: Who Is Accountable?

24 Dec 2024

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Viral video of a teen beaten to death by a mob of bullies and two mothers confront parents of a girl who they say bullied their daughters. Students ar...

Childhood Obesity: A Shot To Thinness?

21 Dec 2024

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Dr. Phil meets two mothers, Suzie and Deana, who say they have struggled with obesity until the miracle GLP-1 shot helped them to lose weight. Now the...

Dr. Jordan Peterson: We Who Wrestle With God

20 Dec 2024

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Dr. Phil sits down with bestselling author and clinical psychologist, Dr. Jordan B. Peterson, to discuss his latest book, "We Who Wrestle with God, Pe...

Below NYC with Mayor Eric Adams

19 Dec 2024

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Dr. Phil is taken by NYC Mayor Eric Adams on an evening tour of the Herald Square and West 4th Street subway stations, where Hizzoner and McGraw explo...

Securing the Border: Tom Homan's Strategy with America's Sheriffs

18 Dec 2024

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Dr. Phil embarks on a critical journey to the Arizona-Mexico border, accompanied by newly appointed Border Czar Tom Homan. This visit comes as part of...

NYC Mayor Eric Adams Speaks

17 Dec 2024

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Dr. Phil sits down with Hizzoner at the mayor's historic residence, Gracie Mansion. The conversation covers critical topics, including Mayor Adams' in...

The Great Divide?

14 Dec 2024

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With the election behind us, are we on a path to unity or stuck in the "Great Divide"? A Harris Poll found 77% of adults stressed about the nation's f...

The Equality Equation: DEI's Impact on America

13 Dec 2024

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Are DEI initiatives the path to leveling the playing field, or have they become the very embodiment of the "reverse racism" they sought to eliminate? ...

Generation Doom: Hooked On Hopelessness

12 Dec 2024

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Gen Z are growing increasingly disillusioned and pessimistic about the state of the world around them. A major multi-country study found that over 50%...

Incoming "Border Czar" Visits the Unfinished Arizona Wall

11 Dec 2024

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Dr. Phil takes the incoming "Border Czar" Tom Homan to the Arizona Border. Trump recently appointed Tom Homan as our "Border Czar" to help implement h...

Stories From The Border: Tom Homan | Incoming Border Czar

10 Dec 2024

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Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Tom Homan, the newly appointed border czar under President Trump, about his extensive experience in law enfor...

Tom Homan: Trump's New "Border Czar"

10 Dec 2024

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Dr. Phil has an in-depth conversation with President-Elect Trump's incoming "border czar," Tom Homan. Tom is about as tough as they come. With decades...

Making the Grade?

07 Dec 2024

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In 2022, 37% of 4th graders performed below basic reading levels, and 25% fell short in math—the worst results since 1990. Tonight, a look at altern...

Broken Justice: The Disappearance of Dylan Rounds

06 Dec 2024

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Dr. Phil meets with murdered Utah teen Dylan Rounds mother. Candice Rounds discusses the chilling disappearance of her son and the lengths she had to ...

The Healing Divide: Medical DEI

05 Dec 2024

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An eye-opening Dr. Phil debate! Celebrated figures in medicine tackle, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - one of the most pressing issues in health ca...

Father Figures: Dr. Phil and Steve Harvey

04 Dec 2024

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Dr. Phil joins Steve Harvey to guide 250 teens at the Steve Harvey Mentoring Camp, teaching them to become responsible, ambitious men. Through laughte...

Prepped to Survive: Prepared or Paranoid?

02 Dec 2024

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Dr. Phil ventures into the wild world of prepping, where families and individuals are gearing up for doomsday scenarios amid political tension and glo...

No Kids No Regrets: Is Choosing To Be Childfree Selfish?

30 Nov 2024

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Dr. Phil enters the debate around the increasingly popular choice to NOT have children. Amy and Lance are a childfree couple of over 30 years. Emily ...

The Dangers of Family Court

29 Nov 2024

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Families are under attack by our family court system. Two parents say their children were put in harm's way when the judge placed them with the abusiv...

Right To Stand Your Ground

28 Nov 2024

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Employees who fought back against robbers, unruly customers, and gangs lose their jobs.  They say they deserve their jobs back.  Dr. Phil meets thre...

Inside the NYPD: Officers On The Front Lines

27 Nov 2024

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Dr. Phil goes inside NYPD headquarters where officers are working around the clock to keep the city safe. Ride along with NYPD as they patrol the city...

Roofied On The Rise

26 Nov 2024

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Drink spiking is on the rise and extremely underreported. More than 90% of people who suspected their drink was spiked didn't report the incident to t...

Campus Chaos: A Dangerous Agenda

23 Nov 2024

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College campuses across the country, including our most elite institutions, have been run amuck with protests led by pro-Hamas student organizations a...

Marijuana's Lethal Consequences: The Exclusive Interview with Bryn Spejcher

22 Nov 2024

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In part two of our exclusive interview, Bryn Spejcher discusses the night she stabbed her friend 108 times in a Cannabis-Induced Psychosis. Dr. Phil f...

EXCLUSIVE: Cannabis-Induced Psychosis: Bryn Spejcher Speaks Out

21 Nov 2024

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Dr. Phil sits down with Bryn Spejcher, convicted of stabbing her friend 108 times while in a Cannabis-Induced Psychosis. In an exclusive interview Dr....

[encore] In Depth With Tulsi Gabbard

19 Nov 2024

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We revisit this episode when Dr. Phil sits down for an in-depth interview with Tulsi Gabbard. As a former Democratic Congresswoman and Iraq War vetera...

The Dopa-Bowl: Young Men, College Campuses, And Gambling

19 Nov 2024

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Dr. Phil delves into the world of online gambling, where college men are getting swept up in a whirlwind of bets and risks. Step into the digital aren...

Body of Evidence Americans

16 Nov 2024

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Body of Evidence Americans are sicker than ever, with the highest rates of obesity and multiple chronic health conditions among developed nations, say...

Sexual Violence: Women Seeking Justice

15 Nov 2024

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An emotional conversation about why women being sexually assaulted is the most unreported crime in America. Tonight, Dr. Phill will discuss why women ...

Stories That Matter

14 Nov 2024

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Dr. Phil is looking back at some of the most controversial and popular viewer topics, discussing why each were so important for him to cover.  To be ...

Rage Nation

13 Nov 2024

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In a nation where tensions are running high and tempers are flaring, the escalating levels of anger in America today demand our urgent attention. We w...

Adderall And Other Stimulants: America's Next "Opioid" Crisis?

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

America is facing a silent AND growing epidemic: the Adderall crisis. The use of this stimulant (and its generics) has exploded from 35.5 million pres...

Oh Say Can You CCP We're In Trouble?

09 Nov 2024

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The US faces alarming challenges with the Chinese Communist Party, including China's purchase of US land near military sites, growing control over agr...

Questionable Content In Public Schools

08 Nov 2024

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Sexually explicit books available in public school libraries and teachers allowing students to secretly change their pronouns is becoming more and mor...

Robert Roberson: Execution On Hold

06 Nov 2024

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With his execution halted, will Robert Roberson finally have a chance at justice as new evidence, legislative allies, and a growing public outcry push...

Dana White: The Man Behind the UFC

06 Nov 2024

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Donald Trump's close friend sits down for an in-depth interview about his incredible self-made rise to success, the state of the country, and why the ...

RNC Spokesperson Elizabeth Pipko: Identity, Heritage, and Modern Challenges

05 Nov 2024

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In this episode, Dr. Phil speaks with the RNC Spokesperson, Elizabeth Pipko, author, model, media personality, and political operative. Dr. Phil takes...

Election Integrity Debate: How Safe Is Your Vote?

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're officially in the presidential election season. The issue of election integrity is deeply contentious with strong arguments on both sides. We'll...

Where's The Pork? Outrageous Government Spending

02 Nov 2024

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From cats running on treadmills to monkey's gambling, these are just some of the shocking ways the government is wasting YOUR money. Dr. Phil takes a...

In Depth With Tulsi Gabbard

01 Nov 2024

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Dr. Phil sits down for an in-depth interview with Tulsi Gabbard. As a former Democratic Congresswoman and Iraq War veteran, Tulsi explains why she rec...

Dr. Phil's Election Tour: Voices from the Battleground

31 Oct 2024

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Pennsylvania is a pivotal swing state in this Presidential election. Dr. Phil sets off on a Merit TV bus tour in this hotly contested battleground sta...

Part 2: Smuggler's Highway: Got-Aways At The Southern Border

30 Oct 2024

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Part 2: Dr. Phil goes to the Arizona and Texas borders looking for solutions. We are just a few days away from the 2024 election and there's one topic...

Part 1: Smuggler's Highway: Southern Border's Escape Route

29 Oct 2024

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Dr. Phil goes on a drive-along with Sheriffs on Arizona's "Smuggler's Highway". This border situation has become a political powder keg, with both sid...

America At Its Best: Hurricane Heroes

24 Oct 2024

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Dr. Phil highlights Merit TV's hurricane relief efforts, honors unsung heroes, and delivers heartwarming surprise reunions in a special episode of hop...

Rebuilding Hope: Uniting America on the Frontlines of Hurricane Recovery

22 Oct 2024

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Dr. Phil travels to North Carolina in the aftermath of devastating Hurricane Helene, delivering much-needed supplies to families as they navigate the ...

A Critical Mission: Jon and Rachel Goldberg-Polin's Quest To Prevent Further Suffering

15 Oct 2024

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'Blessed by God to have had my son,' parents of American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin speak out. Jon and Rachel Goldberg-Polin speak with Dr. Phil and...

Dr. Phil's Vice Presidential Debate Town Hall: We Are More United Than We Think

08 Oct 2024

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Join Dr. Phil as he breaks down the Vice Presidential Debate between Senator JD Vance and Governor Tim Walz. Dr. Phil is joined by a live audience of ...

Faith Fading: Is America Moving Beyond Religion?

01 Oct 2024

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We're leaving behind organized religion in shocking numbers. In 1988, 17% of Americans said they never attended religious services. By 2021, this almo...

Election Misinformation: Can You Spot A Deepfake?

24 Sep 2024

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Dr. Phil dives into the unsettling world of deepfakes and how they are creating election misinformation. As artificial intelligence continues to advan...

Dr. Phil: Americans React to Donald Trump Kamala Harris Debate

17 Sep 2024

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Dr. Phil provides an in-depth analysis of the latest presidential debate with behavior and body language experts Greg Hartley and Scott Rouse! From bo...

An Unlikely Alliance: RFK Jr. Speaks

10 Sep 2024

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Dr. Phil sits down with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. where he describes the struggles within his team to arrive at the decision to leave the race, reflecting...

Dr. Phil Gives An Inside Look At The Campaign Trail With Donald Trump

03 Sep 2024

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Dr. Phil sits down with Donald J. Trump: the assassination attempt, his opponent, an alleged Joe Biden cover-up, RFK Jr. announcement, and much more. ...

Rudy Giuliani | Part 2 | What Happened To America's Mayor?

27 Aug 2024

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So what happened to America's Favorite Mayor? How does someone so loved, fall so far? Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Rudy Giuliani in part t...

Rudy Giuliani: What Happened to America's Mayor?

21 Aug 2024

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From standing atop the rubble in the aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks to being indicted and filing for bankruptcy. Dr. Phil sits down with "Ame...

Release Fear and Call Back Your Power

13 Aug 2024

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In this episode, Dr. Phil examines the stark contrast between fear and hope, exploring how the media shapes our outlook. He critiques the media's nega...

Critical Thinking and Media Responsibility | Dominique Sachse and Fanchon Stinger

06 Aug 2024

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Dr. Phil welcomes "Morning on Merit Street" co-hosts Dominique Sachse and Fanchon Stinger. Together they unravel the intricate threads of journalism a...

Dennis Quaid: From "Reagan" The Movie To Gospel Music

30 Jul 2024

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Dr. Phil sits down with the multi-talented Dennis Quaid to explore his illustrious career in music and acting. Quaid candidly shares how he initially ...

Get Honest Or Die Lying: Charlamagne Tha God

23 Jul 2024

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Join Dr. Phil as he dives into a compelling conversation with Charlamagne Tha God, exploring his latest book "Get Honest or Die Lying." Discover Charl...

Renewing The Promise: Dr. Zuhdi Jasser

16 Jul 2024

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Dr. Phil speaks with Dr. Zuhdi Jasser, Republican Candidate for Congress, Arizona's Fourth District and former US Navy Lieutenant Commander who fearle...

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. | Part 2

09 Jul 2024

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Part 2: Dr. Phil continues his up close and personal conversation with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., where they discuss government spending and debt, nuclear...

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. | Dr. Phil Exclusive Part 1

02 Jul 2024

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In an up close and personal interview, Dr. Phil speaks with third-party candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., on his policies, controversies, his family le...

Bob Parsons | Fire in the Hole! Overcoming PTSD

25 Jun 2024

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In this captivating episode, Dr. Phil dives into the extraordinary life of Bob Parsons, a billionaire entrepreneur and philanthropist. Discover the pi...

Squatters: Battling For Your Home

18 Jun 2024

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Dr. Phil discusses the unsettling scenario of coming back from vacation to find squatters occupying one's home, highlighting the complexity and frustr...

America Reacts: Dr. Phil's Interview With Donald Trump

11 Jun 2024

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America Reacts: We revisit Dr. Phil's one-on-one with Donald Trump. Dr. Phil sits down with Trump for an interview where nothing is off-limits. Follow...

Trump Verdict: A Judicial Travesty

04 Jun 2024

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President Trump's verdict is in – guilty on all 34 counts. Dr. Phil uses 15 years of trial science expertise to break down errors made by the trial ...

Unmasked: Inside Antifa

28 May 2024

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In this fascinating episode, Dr. Phil and journalist Andy Ngo, author and photographer, shed light on Antifa's violent tactics aimed at silencing oppo...

The Aftermath: Ebrahim Raisi and Propaganda

21 May 2024

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Dr. Phil and guest Elica Le Bon, an attorney and Iranian-American activist, address significant global events, including the Iranian president Ebrahim...

The Exclusive Interview with Benjamin Netanyahu

14 May 2024

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A Dr. Phil exclusive: A one-hour interview with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, unedited, commercial-free from Israel, at perhaps the most critical...

Border Realities: Escalating Threat of Cartels (Part 2)

07 May 2024

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In part two of "Border Realities," Dr. Phil and Victor Avila explore the intersection of border security and illegal immigration, emphasizing the shor...

Border Realities: From Ambush to Advocacy

30 Apr 2024

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In this gripping episode, Dr. Phil delves into the life and experiences of Victor Avila, a retired special agent with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enf...

The Facts: Dr. Phil's Hot Topics and Advice

23 Apr 2024

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Dr. Phil offers professional insights and personal advice on listeners' questions, designed to provoke thought and encourage action in the face of int...

Dr. Phil Exclusive: Analysis - Eric Lynn on Iron Dome and Iran's Attack on Israel

16 Apr 2024

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In a revealing conversation with Dr. Phil, Eric Lynn, former Senior Advisor to the Secretary of Defense and national security expert, dissected Iran's...

Dr. Phil: Collective Personalities

09 Apr 2024

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Dr. Phil answers your questions! Launching his network, Merit Street Media, after 21 seasons with CBS, aims to provide content that reflects core valu...