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Dr. Phil (2002)
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Dr. Phil (2002)

2002 – 2023 · TV show · 21 seasons · 3777 episodes · 45 min

★ 3.7IMDb4,675 votesDrama Talk-Show
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Using the power of television. European-American, Dr. Phil McGraw presents compelling stories about real people with a variety of emotional and behavioral problems, stripping away the shame and embarrassment that too often keep people from seeking help. It’s a show that is suppose to help people with their problems and to find a solution on live TV .

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In the United States, Dr. Phil is streaming on Pluto TV and Spectrum On Demand. It is available in 3 countries, for example on Pluto TV, Tele2 Play and Spectrum On Demand. Starring Sara Gallaher. Produced by Peteski Productions, Harpo Productions, Stage 29 Productions. It aired on Syndication. Rated 3.7 on IMDb from 4,675 votes.

Cast

SSara GallaherBackground / Audience Member

Details

Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Network
Syndication
Created by
Oprah Winfrey, Phil McGraw
Production companies
Peteski Productions, Harpo Productions, Stage 29 Productions
Format
Talk Show
Status
Ended

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Streaming in 3 countries

United StatesPluto TV, Spectrum On DemandCanadaPluto TVSwedenTele2 Play

Episodes

Average ★ 5.6

Season 21156 episodes · 2022Episode guide →
Dr. Phil – Carry to Bury: The Abortion Debate1. Carry to Bury: The Abortion Debate12 September 2022 · 45 minIn June 2022, the United States Supreme Court stripped away constitutional protections for abortion that had stood for nearly a half-century. Pro-life supporters cheered on the ruling, while pro-choice supporters pledged…Dr. Phil – The Invisibility of Anti-Asian Hate - Part 12. The Invisibility of Anti-Asian Hate - Part 113 September 2022 · 45 minA mother says she was assaulted in front of her family at a fast-food restaurant, and a young man was beaten on a New York street in broad daylight. What do these incidents have in common? They were allegedly instigated …Dr. Phil – Fighting Anti-Semitism - Part 23. Fighting Anti-Semitism - Part 214 September 2022 · 45 minDr. Phil continues his conversation about the rise of hate crimes in America. Joey, a Jewish man, says he was assaulted in New York City by a gang who punched, kicked, and pepper-sprayed him on the street while shouting …Dr. Phil – School Shooters: Is There a Solution?4. School Shooters: Is There a Solution?15 September 2022 · 45 minThis episode is a must-see for every parent sending their child off to school. On May 24, 2022, Ana dropped her 10-year-old daughter off at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. Twelve hours later, she found out the t…Dr. Phil – Inclusivity or Indoctrination? What's Happening in Schools?5. Inclusivity or Indoctrination? What's Happening in Schools?16 September 2022 · 45 minJennifer says she had no idea her 11-year-old daughter was using he/him/they pronouns and a different name while at school. She claims this went on for months before it was brought to her attention. Jennifer says she bel…Dr. Phil – How to Survive Inflation6. How to Survive Inflation19 September 2022 · 45 minIf you're anxious because every trip to the grocery store and gas station cuts deeper into your budget, you are not alone. At 9.1 percent, inflation is at a 40-year high. With less supply and more demand for so many prod…Dr. Phil – Horror Hazing: Left Blind and Paralyzed - Part 17. Horror Hazing: Left Blind and Paralyzed - Part 120 September 2022 · 45 minDr. Phil delves into the dangerous fraternity rituals putting young men at risk. One of these young men, Danny Santulli, was at a fraternity pledging event at the University of Missouri in October 2021. By the end of the…Dr. Phil – Deadly Brotherhood: The Fight to Stop College Hazing Practices - Part 28. Deadly Brotherhood: The Fight to Stop College Hazing Practices - Part 221 September 2022 · 45 minDr. Phil takes you inside a fraternity hazing trial that made national headlines. Two former Bowling Green State University fraternity brothers have been sentenced for their part in the alcohol poisoning death of 20-year…Dr. Phil – America's Short Fuse: Afraid to Leave the House9. America's Short Fuse: Afraid to Leave the House22 September 2022 · 45 minAn umpire gets punched in the face by an upset mother, a worker gets a drink thrown in her face over a 25-cent overcharge on cheese fries, a customer rips a cash register off the counter after an order was made incorrect…Dr. Phil – Student Loan Forgiveness: Worth It or Raw Deal?10. Student Loan Forgiveness: Worth It or Raw Deal?23 September 2022 · 45 minPresident Biden recently announced a three-part plan to provide more breathing room to America's working families as they continue to recover from the strains associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. This plan offers targe…Dr. Phil – Are Athletes Being Coached to Be Untouchable? - Part 111. Are Athletes Being Coached to Be Untouchable? - Part 126 September 2022 · 45 minWhen it comes to children and sports, many believe there is a huge problem with entitled athletes. Are athletes being coached to believe they are individually more important than their teams and that the rules simply don…Dr. Phil – Athletes Behaving Badly or Targets for False Accusations - Part 212. Athletes Behaving Badly or Targets for False Accusations - Part 227 September 2022 · 45 minYou've seen the headlines about student athletes being accused of sexual assaults and other egregious acts -- but are athletes being supported and protected by universities? Dr. Phil meets two women who claim they were s…Dr. Phil – Deceived to Death: The Fentanyl Crisis in America13. Deceived to Death: The Fentanyl Crisis in America28 September 2022 · 45 minFentanyl, a synthetic opioid, is plaguing the country and killing some of the most vulnerable people: children and young adults. Not only are counterfeit prescription pills routinely laced with Fentanyl, but so are stree…Dr. Phil – Quiet Quitting: Lazy Employees or Taking a Stand14. Quiet Quitting: Lazy Employees or Taking a Stand29 September 2022 · 45 minRefusing to answer an email or call after working hours, not doing a work assignment you felt wasn't in your job description, and insisting that if your employer wants you to go above and beyond, they need to pay you for…Dr. Phil – Appropriation Nation: Has It Gone Too Far?15. Appropriation Nation: Has It Gone Too Far?30 September 2022 · 45 minCultural appropriation, to many, means people with a privileged status taking cultural identity markers from members of a minority community without permission or acknowledgment. This can include language, art, music, li…Dr. Phil – Episode #21.1616. Episode #21.163 October 2022 · 45 minDr. Phil sits down with Amy Hall, who explains how she and her husband, Allen, were blindsided when their 16-year-old son, Jed, vanished from their home in Idaho Falls, Idaho, in January 2018. Amy and Allen say they work…Dr. Phil – Episode #21.1717. Episode #21.174 October 2022 · 45 minAs Americans begin to emerge after two-and-a-half years of enduring the COVID-19 pandemic, the real toll of the decisions made by the government and politicians is starting to show in children, teens, and families across…Dr. Phil – Has the Body Positivity Movement Gone Too Far?18. Has the Body Positivity Movement Gone Too Far?5 October 2022 · 45 minDr. Phil discusses the highly debated issue of whether or not the body positivity movement -- a belief system that embraces bodies of all shapes and sizes -- has gone too far. Since 2020, 36.5% of Americans have been con…Dr. Phil – Workplace Bullying: Is It Happening to You?19. Workplace Bullying: Is It Happening to You?6 October 2022 · 45 minWe've all heard of children being bullied in the schoolyard and teens being bullied online. But did you know that 48.6 million adults have been bullied as adults -- by adults -- at work? The bullying, which can take many…Dr. Phil – Transgender Athletes20. Transgender Athletes7 October 2022 · 45 minShould transgender athletes be allowed to compete with those of the gender they identify with or must they only compete with athletes who share the gender they were assigned at birth? Are laws that ban transgender women …Dr. Phil – You Can't Say That! - Part 121. You Can't Say That! - Part 110 October 2022 · 45 minSome believe self-censorship is a big problem today, particularly in light of the idea that someone can be "canceled" for their words -- blocked from having a prominent public platform or career for sharing their opinion…Dr. Phil – You Said It... Now You're Canceled! - Part 222. You Said It... Now You're Canceled! - Part 211 October 2022 · 45 minThe "self-censorship" debate continues. Meet Alejandro, a student who claims administrators at his community college violated his free speech rights. He says when he and members of the club Young Americans for Freedom po…Dr. Phil – Harm Reduction: Safe Space for Addicts to Use23. Harm Reduction: Safe Space for Addicts to Use12 October 2022 · 45 minDr. Phil discusses harm reduction, the concept of treating drug abuse like a medical issue and providing addicts with paraphernalia, such as clean needles in a safe space, and free housing regardless of whether or not th…Dr. Phil – The Right to Die?24. The Right to Die?13 October 2022 · 45 minIn 2014, 29-year-old Brittany Maynard transformed the conversation about medical aid in dying, which allows a terminally ill patient with a prognosis of six months or less to live and is capable of making their own healt…Dr. Phil – Boomers vs. Zoomers: An Old-Age Debate25. Boomers vs. Zoomers: An Old-Age Debate14 October 2022 · 45 minAs a whole, Baby Boomers, those born between 1946 -1964, believe they have worked hard, sacrificed, and paid their dues – and that the younger generation is entitled and sits on social media all day, expecting to get eve…Dr. Phil – Bullied to Death - Part 126. Bullied to Death - Part 117 October 2022 · 45 minIt used to be that if you were a child being bullied at school, once you walked over the threshold of your home, there would be a "reprieve" until you walked into school the next day. But times have changed. Teens, tween…Dr. Phil – In Just Five Days: Bullied to Death - Part 227. In Just Five Days: Bullied to Death - Part 218 October 2022 · 45 minBullying in 2022 comes in many forms, and the internet continues to be the most popular way to deliver this toxic and cruel behavior. Bullying is a severe threat to a child's self-esteem and mental health. Being targeted…Dr. Phil – Parents Battle over "Woke" School Curriculum28. Parents Battle over "Woke" School Curriculum19 October 2022 · 45 minIn March 2022, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis passed the "Parents Rights in Education" law, preventing the discussion of sexuality or gender identity in kindergarten through third grades in Florida and requiring parents t…Dr. Phil – How to Survive Inflation: Smart Spending During Shortages29. How to Survive Inflation: Smart Spending During Shortages20 October 2022 · 45 minThere are shortages of everything from flights and airplane pilots to teachers, baby formula, certain foods, workers, and more. Dr. Phil discusses how shortages are affecting us and how we can overcome these hard times. …Dr. Phil – Is American Too High on Marijuana?30. Is American Too High on Marijuana?21 October 2022 · 45 minDr. Phil mediates a discussion about whether the legalization of marijuana is doing more harm than good; a woman who says she lost her teenage son due to the legalization of marijuanaMarijuana, weed, pot, cannabis -- no …Dr. Phil – Sextortion: It Could Be Happening to Your Child - Part 131. Sextortion: It Could Be Happening to Your Child - Part 124 October 2022 · 45 minSextortion, when someone blackmails you into providing them money, images of a sexual nature, or sexual favors by threatening to release your graphic information, videos, and/or pictures, is real and is not only happenin…Dr. Phil – Sextorted to Death - Part 232. Sextorted to Death - Part 225 October 2022 · 45 minDr. Phil continues his conversation about "sextortion," a serious crime that occurs when someone manipulates you into sending a compromising image and threatens to distribute your private and sensitive material if you do…Dr. Phil – Right to Life, Right to Choose: The Conversation33. Right to Life, Right to Choose: The Conversation26 October 2022 · 45 minThere is a raging national debate between people who are pro-life and those who are pro-choice. Nancy Davis is one of the women caught in the crossfire of the abortion debate since Roe v. Wade was overturned. Nancy says …Dr. Phil – Dating App Horror Stories34. Dating App Horror Stories27 October 2022 · 45 minIf you're single, chances are you'll have a fair amount of horror stories when it comes to dating apps, the most common way to date these days. Looking for love on these apps can be addictive -- but it can also be very d…Dr. Phil – Slut Shaming or Asking for Modesty?35. Slut Shaming or Asking for Modesty?28 October 2022 · 45 minSome believe there is a growing trend, particularly among younger women, to dress more revealingly than ever before, leaving many women concerned that showing more skin and wearing less in public has become socially acce…Dr. Phil – How to Survive Inflation: Money Saving & Money Making Advice36. How to Survive Inflation: Money Saving & Money Making Advice31 October 2022 · 45 minDr. Phil continues his series on how to survive inflation. Today, financial experts share money-saving and money-making tips to help you learn how to take control of your finances during inflation. Plus, find out the bes…Dr. Phil – Dumbing Down America37. Dumbing Down America1 November 2022 · 45 minSadly, interest in becoming a teacher or remaining a teacher is reportedly the worst in our nation's history. Dr. Phil tackles the teacher shortage, the "Great Resignation" of teachers, low student standards, teacher fru…Dr. Phil – Has "Sharenting" Gone Too Far?38. Has "Sharenting" Gone Too Far?2 November 2022 · 45 minNowadays, parents post about their children on social media platforms more than ever. "Sharenting" is the term used to describe parents publicizing sensitive content or oversharing their children on the internet. Propone…Dr. Phil – Episode #21.3939. Episode #21.393 November 2022 · 45 minLiz Gomes says she was brutally beaten by a homeless ex-con in a horrific attack caught on video. Her alleged attacker has spent time in prison for attempted murder and assault in the past, and Liz and her partner, Cleme…Dr. Phil – America Divided40. America Divided4 November 2022 · 45 minAmerica is very divided -- wear a mask, don't wear a mask, get vaxxed, don't vax, fund the police, defund the police, inflation or deflation, the election was rigged, no it wasn't! And, now, it seems we are living in two…Dr. Phil – Caught on Camera: Have We Lost Our Privacy?41. Caught on Camera: Have We Lost Our Privacy?7 November 2022 · 45 minNext time you step out your front door, beware! Nowadays, people have no shame recording absolute strangers in public and posting the videos online for social media users to gawk at. From catching Karens in the act and f…Dr. Phil – Questionable Law?42. Questionable Law?8 November 2022 · 45 minMost laws are adopted to keep communities healthy and safe and to reflect and memorialize good public policy. But, even the most well-intentioned laws can backfire and lead to absurd or unjust outcomes. Dr. Phil's guests…Dr. Phil – Medical Gaslighting: It's Not All in Your Head43. Medical Gaslighting: It's Not All in Your Head9 November 2022 · 45 minHave you ever been told by a doctor that your symptoms are all in your head? When a doctor dismisses a patient's health concerns as nothing more than the product of their imagination, some call it medical gaslighting. Dr…Dr. Phil – Two Families, One Tragedy - Part 144. Two Families, One Tragedy - Part 110 November 2022 · 45 minTwo families, one tragedy, two different outcomes. On May 24, 2022, a gunman entered Uvalde Elementary School and took the lives of 19 students and two teachers. Parents Kimberly and Angel reflect back on that day when t…Dr. Phil – Through a Child's Eyes: Surviving a Mass Tragedy - Part 245. Through a Child's Eyes: Surviving a Mass Tragedy - Part 211 November 2022 · 45 minEleven-year-old Khloie, a young survivor of the Uvalde Elementary School shooting, remembers her best friend, Amerie, and the classmates and teachers she lost on that fatal day. Christine, a former student at Marjory Sto…Dr. Phil – How to Survive Inflation: Couponing and Shrinkflation46. How to Survive Inflation: Couponing and Shrinkflation14 November 2022 · 45 minEveryone is talking about inflation and wanting ways to stretch their dollar. Today, the coupon queen tells viewers exactly how to get necessities for nearly nothing. Then, a consumer advocate explains shrinkflation -- h…Dr. Phil – In the Presence of Evil: Face to Face with Jeffrey Dahmer - Part 147. In the Presence of Evil: Face to Face with Jeffrey Dahmer - Part 115 November 2022 · 45 minThe new series Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story may have landed the number one spot on Netflix, but it wasn't popular with everyone. Angry family members of Dahmer's victims say the controversial drama re-traum…Dr. Phil – Raising Evil: The Interview with Jeffrey Dahmer's Father - Part 248. Raising Evil: The Interview with Jeffrey Dahmer's Father - Part 216 November 2022 · 45 minVictims and survivors of Jeffrey Dahmer say they want people to see him for who he really was -- not the glamorized TV version. See a never-before-aired interview with Dahmer's father and stepmother that sheds light on t…Dr. Phil – Jeffrey Dahmer's Journey to Evil: The Home Movies & The Red Flags - Part 349. Jeffrey Dahmer's Journey to Evil: The Home Movies & The Red Flags - Part 317 November 2022 · 45 minWhat creates a monster? As the popular new Netflix series Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story pushes the heinous crimes of the notorious serial killer back into the spotlight, what can we learn about what may have…Dr. Phil – Leaked, Hacked, Posted, and Intentionally Shamed50. Leaked, Hacked, Posted, and Intentionally Shamed18 November 2022 · 45 minMany American adults have taken, and even sent, nude pictures or videos. But when it comes to taking or sending intimate pictures and videos, you need to tread carefully because there are unscrupulous people -- people yo…Dr. Phil – White Coat Betrayal51. White Coat Betrayal21 November 2022 · 45 minOn October 20, 2022, Dr. James Heaps, an obstetrician-gynecologist and oncologist at UCLA, was found guilty of five counts related to sexual assault and misconduct against some of his patients. Since his arrest in 2019, …Dr. Phil – Inside America's Teen Mental Health Crisis - Part 152. Inside America's Teen Mental Health Crisis - Part 122 November 2022 · 45 minThe Surgeon General's Advisory stated, before the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health challenges were the leading cause of disability and poor life outcomes in young people. The pandemic shutdown further exacerbated the men…Dr. Phil – A Teen's Near-Fatal Decision - Part 253. A Teen's Near-Fatal Decision - Part 223 November 2022 · 45 minThe conversation about the rise in mental health issues among young people continues. Dr. Phil speaks with 22-year-old Emma, who says she was a cheerleader and "picture-perfect American girl" who appeared happy on the ou…Dr. Phil – Homeless Encampment Bans: Sweep or Stay?54. Homeless Encampment Bans: Sweep or Stay?25 November 2022 · 45 minCalifornia reportedly holds more than half of all unsheltered homeless people in the United States and the highest number of homeless encampments. Clusters of tent cities line almost every block. Beach paths, parks, unde…Dr. Phil – Tipped Off: Is the Customer Always Right?55. Tipped Off: Is the Customer Always Right?28 November 2022 · 45 minDr. Phil talks with guests who have different opinions about tipping or giving gratuity for various services, such as a haircut, a manicure, or dinner at a restaurant. Walter admits he never tips and is completely agains…Dr. Phil – Procreation Debate: Is It Smart to Have Children?56. Procreation Debate: Is It Smart to Have Children?29 November 2022 · 45 minAre children the future? It depends on whom you ask. Parenthood has increasingly become a topic of conversation as more and more people are deciding not to have children. All across social media, people are celebrating "…Dr. Phil – Cult Vibes?57. Cult Vibes?30 November 2022 · 45 minWhy would anyone ever join a cult? Well, more people than you think have joined what some call a "cult like" environment without realizing it. People "follow the leader," the loudest voice or biggest trend, and soon enou…Dr. Phil – Disturbing Pet Trends58. Disturbing Pet Trends1 December 2022 · 45 minThere are a number of disturbing pet trends today -- including pet theft, dog attacks, and pandemic pet regrets. Guest Amanda says she was robbed and pistol-whipped in her home while two men were stealing her beloved Fre…Dr. Phil – Episode #21.5959. Episode #21.592 December 2022 · 45 minHave you found yourself fighting with friends over politics? Or, have you gotten mad at your dad for posting his support for the president? Were you surprised you married someone who bought a MAGA hat? Did you unfriend s…Dr. Phil – Overcoming Disaster60. Overcoming Disaster5 December 2022 · 45 minWildfires that decimate entire towns, tornados that destroy everything in their path, and hurricanes so powerful they bring a water surge so high that communities are turned into ocean. Imagine being trapped in one of th…Dr. Phil – The Renewed Hate That Kanye Created61. The Renewed Hate That Kanye Created6 December 2022 · 45 minLongtime watchdogs of hate speech say there's nothing new about the kinds of antisemitic comments that rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, and others have made recently. But what has struck some experts is how blata…Dr. Phil – Social Engineering: New Ways You're Being Scammed62. Social Engineering: New Ways You're Being Scammed7 December 2022 · 45 minPhishing, vishing, smishing, spear phishing, and whaling, among others, are all forms of social engineering, ways for criminals to exploit your trust, fears, and mistakes to steal your money or confidential information t…Dr. Phil – Bias in Real Estate: Enough is Enough! Part 163. Bias in Real Estate: Enough is Enough! Part 18 December 2022 · 45 minThe Fair Housing Act was passed in 1968 to protect people from discrimination while buying a home or seeking a mortgage. After 50 years, black homeowners across the country still suffer from discriminatory practices and …Dr. Phil – Fighting Back: Real Estate Bias Exposed - Part 264. Fighting Back: Real Estate Bias Exposed - Part 29 December 2022 · 45 minThe "Dr. Phil" discussion on real estate bias continues. Dr. Phil talks to Anthony Marguleas, a real estate broker and owner of Amalfi Estates, who claims he has witnessed firsthand property owners who refuse to sell to …Dr. Phil – Inside the Idaho College Murders65. Inside the Idaho College Murders12 December 2022 · 45 minThe killing of four college students in Moscow, Idaho, has horrified the nation and left many wanting answers and justice. On November 13, between 3 – 4 a.m., couple Ethan and Xana, and best friends, Kaylee and Madison, …Dr. Phil – I Got Chipped: Are We Ready for Technology Under Our Control?66. I Got Chipped: Are We Ready for Technology Under Our Control?13 December 2022 · 45 minToday, more than 50,000 people worldwide have elected to receive microchip implants, which allow you to pay with your hand, open your car or house door, store your medical information in case of an emergency and much mor…Dr. Phil – 36 Years and Counting: Clemency for Patty?67. 36 Years and Counting: Clemency for Patty?14 December 2022 · 45 minPatty Prewitt is a 73-year-old mother of five, grandmother of 13, and great-grandmother. For the past 36 years, Patty has been serving a life sentence after being convicted of murdering her high school sweetheart husband…Dr. Phil – Deconstructing Karen68. Deconstructing Karen15 December 2022 · 45 minThe term "Karen," a pejorative slang term for an alleged obnoxious, angry, entitled, and perceived racist white woman who uses inherent privilege to get their way or police other people's behaviors, became the most notor…Dr. Phil – School's Out! From "Saints" to Sex Workers69. School's Out! From "Saints" to Sex Workers16 December 2022 · 45 minTeachers have always been held in the highest regard and viewed as role models in the eyes of society. Unfortunately, teachers are now underpaid, overworked, and looking for supplemental income because of today's economy…Dr. Phil – Was the Pandemic Mismanaged? What You Desperately Need to Know: Part 170. Was the Pandemic Mismanaged? What You Desperately Need to Know: Part 119 December 2022 · 45 minIn this two-part episode, Dr. Phil discusses the handling -- or mishandling -- of the COVID-19 pandemic with top experts from the CDC, medicine, education, and legislation. Should schools have been shut down and remain c…Dr. Phil – Was the Pandemic Mismanaged? What You Desperately Need to Know! Part 171. Was the Pandemic Mismanaged? What You Desperately Need to Know! Part 120 December 2022 · 45 minDr. Phil and his panel of experts, including Dr. Dimitri Christakis, Director of the Center for Child Health, Behavior and Development at Seattle Children's Research Institute, and Former CDC director Robert Redfield, co…Dr. Phil – Learning Loss During Lockdown: Are There Solutions? Part 272. Learning Loss During Lockdown: Are There Solutions? Part 23 January 2023 · 45 minIt is no secret that the housing market combined with the rising cost of living has created a financial crisis for the average family. Dr. Phil speaks with Kyla and her husband, Andrew, who claim that, despite both worki…Dr. Phil – Hardworking & Still Can't Afford a Home73. Hardworking & Still Can't Afford a Home4 January 2023 · 45 minDo you ever feel nervous before posting on social media? Have you ever censored your own thoughts because you worry that you could be criticized or even canceled for posting your beliefs? Dr. Phil and his guests discuss …Dr. Phil – You Can't Post That!74. You Can't Post That!5 January 2023 · 45 minThroughout the years, many different social media challenges have emerged. The popularity of online challenges is rising and unfortunately, have become extremely unsafe -- and in some cases, deadly. "The Blackout Challen…Dr. Phil – Shedding Light on "The Blackout Challenge"75. Shedding Light on "The Blackout Challenge"6 January 2023 · 45 min"Defund the Police!" It was a rallying cry in the wake of the tragic murder of George Floyd and a call to action against the undeniable brutality of some -- but not all -- police and the disproportionate targeting of bla…Dr. Phil – Defunding the Police: A Failure or a Fallacy?76. Defunding the Police: A Failure or a Fallacy?9 January 2023 · 45 minIn 2022, it seemed like everyone was talking about the lottery or buying a ticket. The biggest payout of all time was in November, at $2 billion dollars. About half of Americans play the lottery, with total sales topping…Dr. Phil – The Curse of the Lottery77. The Curse of the Lottery10 January 2023 · 45 minFrom everyday citizens who risked their lives to save complete strangers to people who have gone out of their way to help others, Dr. Phil speaks with real-life heroes. Teenage best friends Ethan, Chase, and Colin helped…Dr. Phil – Real Life Heroes78. Real Life Heroes11 January 2023 · 45 minThousands of asylum seekers from the Mexican border arrived in Washington, D.C. and New York City on buses sent by the governors of Texas and Arizona. The mayors of these cities asked for federal assistance because they …Dr. Phil – Busloads of Unauthorized Immigrants: What Should Be Done with Them?79. Busloads of Unauthorized Immigrants: What Should Be Done with Them?12 January 2023 · 45 minThe gruesome quadruple murder of four university students in Moscow, Idaho remained a mystery for seven weeks until law officials were finally able to track down a suspect, Bryan Kohberger. Law officials quietly collecte…Dr. Phil – Eerie Details About the Idaho Murders Suspect80. Eerie Details About the Idaho Murders Suspect13 January 2023 · 45 minThe suspect in the quadruple murder of four university students in Moscow, Idaho, Bryan Kohberger, has an interesting past. Childhood friends of Kohberger's speak out about the type of person he was. Then, another source…Dr. Phil – Idaho Murders Suspect: Childhood Details Revealed81. Idaho Murders Suspect: Childhood Details Revealed16 January 2023 · 45 minWhen minors violate the law, should parents be held responsible? Should prosecutors provide these juveniles with resources instead of putting them back on the streets with no punishment or locking them behind bars? Is pu…Dr. Phil – How Should We Treat Juvenile Delinquents?82. How Should We Treat Juvenile Delinquents?17 January 2023 · 45 minIn October 2022, Dr. James Heaps, an obstetrician-gynecologist and oncologist at UCLA, was found guilty of five counts related to sexual assault and misconduct against several female patients. Former patients Melanie, El…Dr. Phil – Groomed and Deceived by White Coat Predators83. Groomed and Deceived by White Coat Predators18 January 2023 · 45 minDNA testing is bringing the era of keeping family secrets to a close. DNA tests spur paternity surprises and lawsuits -- as anyone can pay $50 and then show up on your front doorstep and claim you're related. This is mak…Dr. Phil – DNA Surprises84. DNA Surprises19 January 2023 · 45 minNot only is vaping physically damaging, but it's become a real point of contention within families of teen users – with some parents saying they are being driven "crazy" trying to catch their children in the act. With va…Dr. Phil – Flavor Chasing: The Teen Vaping Crisis85. Flavor Chasing: The Teen Vaping Crisis20 January 2023 · 45 minLaura admits to driving drunk thousands of times but says she's only been "caught" three times. Laura admits that even after receiving her third DUI, she still didn't learn her lesson and totaled her car after she hit a …Dr. Phil – Behind the Wheel: Drunk and Deadly - Part 186. Behind the Wheel: Drunk and Deadly - Part 123 January 2023 · 45 minLaura says she has been lying about her sobriety and hiding her drinking for weeks. Laura claims she wants to stop drinking alcohol but says that every time she tries to get sober, the alcohol wins. Eric shares his story…Dr. Phil – Addicted to Driving Drunk: Laura's Final Decision87. Addicted to Driving Drunk: Laura's Final Decision24 January 2023 · 45 minSherri Papini, a mother of two from Redding, California who was called "Supermom" by her family, disappeared on November 2, 2016 Reportedly while jogging near her home. Three weeks later, she turned up battered, burned, …Dr. Phil – Supermom Missing: Inside the Sherri Papini Investigation88. Supermom Missing: Inside the Sherri Papini Investigation25 January 2023 · 45 minThis is a true crime saga like no other. The Murdaugh family is one of the most prominent families in South Carolina and has served in powerful legal positions dating back nearly 100 years. Rumors swirled that Alex Murda…Dr. Phil – Murdaugh Murders89. Murdaugh Murders26 January 2023 · 45 minHave you heard the saying "Men age like a fine wine but women age like a glass of milk?" Despite the fact that celebrities like Jane Fonda and Jamie Lee Curtis are redefining what it means to be a "silver fox," there is …Dr. Phil – Aging Out Loud90. Aging Out Loud27 January 2023 · 45 minRecently, parents across America were googling "who is Andrew Tate?" making him number three in Google searches for 2022, right behind Queen Elizabeth and Donald Trump. Tate claims to be helping young men acquire lots of…Dr. Phil – The Demise of Guys91. The Demise of Guys30 January 2023 · 45 minFrom social media and gaming to scrolling endlessly online, today's youth are more plugged in when it comes to digital devices. In fact, 50% of teenagers admit they are addicted to their devices, and today, you will lear…Dr. Phil – Growing Up Digital: Are Your Kids Addicted?92. Growing Up Digital: Are Your Kids Addicted?31 January 2023 · 45 minSplitting from your spouse is usually full of emotional turmoil and sadness at any age. Within recent years, there has been an increase in "grey" divorces, or separations that happen around or after age 50, also known as…Dr. Phil – Silver Splitters: Facing Divorce After 5093. Silver Splitters: Facing Divorce After 501 February 2023 · 45 minBaronica and Nathan say that on July 10, 2021, their then 9-year-old son shot his 8-year-old brother in the chest with one of six unsecured guns in their home. The parents bravely come forward to tell their story in hope…Dr. Phil – Unsecured Guns: Who's to Blame?94. Unsecured Guns: Who's to Blame?2 February 2023 · 45 minJames says he wants to raise awareness about the kidnapping epidemic of models the Los Angeles area. James says he meets women online, and when they are on their way to meet, the women are kidnapped and transported to an…Dr. Phil – He's Saving Models From Being Kidnapped... or Is He?95. He's Saving Models From Being Kidnapped... or Is He?3 February 2023 · 45 minHave you ever had a neighbor that you can't stand? Nearly three-quarters of Americans dislike at least one of their neighbors. There's nothing quite like a bad neighbor to turn your little corner of paradise into a new k…Dr. Phil – Feuding Neighbors: "Stop Feeding the Iguanas!"96. Feuding Neighbors: "Stop Feeding the Iguanas!"6 February 2023 · 45 minFor millions of women, the minute they give birth, they're filled with incredible joy, and their instinct is to protect their babies at all costs. However, 1 in 7 women will develop postpartum depression and anxiety afte…Dr. Phil – Episode #21.9797. Episode #21.977 February 2023 · 45 minCece is a high school senior who says she became addicted to social media when she was 12 years old. She claims Instagram algorithms took her down a dark rabbit hole, which led to an eating disorder. Last year, Cece and …Dr. Phil – Triggered: Is Social Media Pushing Girls to Self-Harm?98. Triggered: Is Social Media Pushing Girls to Self-Harm?8 February 2023 · 45 minJohn Kinsel has been locked up for more than 26 years for a crime he says he did not commit -- raping, choking, and threatening to kill a child. About 30 years ago, when John was 22, he says he met and fell in love with …Dr. Phil – Sex Abuse Allegations: Who Is Telling the Truth?99. Sex Abuse Allegations: Who Is Telling the Truth?9 February 2023 · 45 minIt's no secret that children who play contact and collision sports are at risk for head trauma and concussions. But the question is, should children be allowed to play these sports? Dr. Phil meets 17-year-old Sidney and …Dr. Phil – Just a Game or Kids at Risk?100. Just a Game or Kids at Risk?10 February 2023 · 45 minThe movies, supermarkets, gas stations, drugstores, hair salons, the end of a 5k run, and even children's birthday parties -- all places where you can buy or find alcohol. For many, a beer, a glass of wine, or a cocktail…Dr. Phil – On the Rocks: Americans Are Dying from Drink101. On the Rocks: Americans Are Dying from Drink13 February 2023 · 45 minIf you think only guilty people confess to crimes, think again. Innocent people are often convicted after they provide police with a false confession. What could possibly motivate an innocent person to confess to a crime…Dr. Phil – Anatomy of a "False Confession"102. Anatomy of a "False Confession"14 February 2023 · 45 minYou've heard about polygamy and monogamy, but what about sologamy? Sologamy, also known as "self-marriage" or "self-partnering," is a symbolic ceremony where a person commits to a meaningful and loving relationship with …Dr. Phil – Forget You, I'm Marrying Myself103. Forget You, I'm Marrying Myself15 February 2023 · 45 minThe Murdaugh family were solicitors in South Carolina for three generations, leading prosecutions for their district and playing a key role in deciding which cases were prosecuted. The family was known for their position…Dr. Phil – Murdaugh Murders: The Trial104. Murdaugh Murders: The Trial16 February 2023 · 45 minDr. Phil and his panel of experts, former prosecutor Loni Coombs; Court TV reporter Vinnie Politan; and forensic expert Joseph Scott Morgan, continue to discuss the ongoing trial of Alex Murdaugh, a prominent personal in…Dr. Phil – Murdaugh Murders: What the Housekeeper Saw105. Murdaugh Murders: What the Housekeeper Saw17 February 2023 · 45 minDid you watch the Super Bowl? Since 2018, roughly 30 states have legalized sports betting, including 21 that allow it online. In the last 12 months, around one-in-five U.S. adults say they have personally bet money on sp…Dr. Phil – For the Love of the Game?106. For the Love of the Game?20 February 2023 · 45 minOn February 16, 2022, Jared Bridegan, a 33-year-old father of four, was killed in an "ambush style" shooting in Jacksonville, FL, while his 2-year-old daughter watched from the car. Jared dropped off his 9-year-old twins…Dr. Phil – Microsoft Exec Conspiracy Killing107. Microsoft Exec Conspiracy Killing21 February 2023 · 45 minSchool nurses administer more daily medication for ADHD than any other chronic health condition. In December 2022, the Drug Enforcement Agency warned that over prescription of ADHD medication could be as bad as the opioi…Dr. Phil – Kids and ADHD Meds: Too Much Too Soon?108. Kids and ADHD Meds: Too Much Too Soon?22 February 2023 · 45 minHeadlines about teenage drivers killing and injuring themselves or others while driving recklessly, including at high speeds, are becoming all too common. Today, Dr. Phil shows parents the reality of what many teens are …Dr. Phil – Driving Under the Teenfluence109. Driving Under the Teenfluence23 February 2023 · 45 minParents trust caregivers to watch and keep their children safe, but what really happens behind closed doors when caregivers think no one is watching? Dr. Phil is joined by families who claim they have experienced horrifi…Dr. Phil – Daycare Dangers110. Daycare Dangers24 February 2023 · 45 minMany of us watch strangers live their lives on social media instead of living our own. But when we scroll, what is actually real, and what is staged or highly manipulated? And, how does seeing photos of people mostly liv…Dr. Phil – Social Media: The Real vs. the Facade111. Social Media: The Real vs. the Facade27 February 2023 · 45 minRachel fears that her friend Simone is being scammed by someone online pretending to be singer Omarion, and Simone wants the truth; online romance scams; Dr. Phil and Robin share their experience with their identities be…Dr. Phil – Am I Really Engaged to Superstar Entertainer Omarion?112. Am I Really Engaged to Superstar Entertainer Omarion?28 February 2023 · 45 min"Drop 20 pounds in two weeks," "Get the perfect six-pack and muscle definition," "Eat all you want but still lose weight!" "Take these supplements for optimal health." These days, celebrities, professional athletes, "hea…Dr. Phil – Dangerous Diet Crazes?113. Dangerous Diet Crazes?1 March 2023 · 45 minRapper/songwriter Brooklyn Queen says four years ago, a complete stranger began contacting her and trying to connect with her. Why? She says the woman was claiming to be her birth mother and was insisting on reconnecting…Dr. Phil – A Woman I've Never Met is Convinced that She's My Mother114. A Woman I've Never Met is Convinced that She's My Mother2 March 2023 · 45 minThe number of young people who identify as transgender has nearly doubled in recent years. Some people say this is because the transgender community is more embraced, but others say teens are rushing to get medical treat…Dr. Phil – Detransitioning: Is This a Growing Phenomenon?115. Detransitioning: Is This a Growing Phenomenon?3 March 2023 · 45 minThree families with one thing in common: they say their daughters, collegiate student-athletes, were suffering in silence before they died by suicide. They say their daughters faced immense pressure to balance it all, so…Dr. Phil – College Athletes and Suicide: A Quiet Crisis116. College Athletes and Suicide: A Quiet Crisis6 March 2023 · 45 minWe've been warned that social media is designed to hook people in, and TikTok's especially advanced algorithms may make it more addictive than other apps. But, we usually associate these dangers with children. What about…Dr. Phil – Parents Obsessed with Social Media117. Parents Obsessed with Social Media9 March 2023 · 45 minDisbarred personal injury attorney Alex Murdaugh, from one of the most prominent families in South Carolina, was recently convicted of the 2021 murders of his wife, Maggie, and youngest son, Paul. Hear from one of the ju…Dr. Phil – Murdaugh Murder Trial: Dissection of the Guilty Verdict Plea - Part 1118. Murdaugh Murder Trial: Dissection of the Guilty Verdict Plea - Part 110 March 2023 · 45 minIn June 2021, Alex Murdaugh, a once prominent personal injury attorney from South Carolina, claimed he found his wife and youngest son shot dead on their hunting lodge property. About a year later, Murdaugh was charged f…Dr. Phil – Alex Murdaugh Guilty: His Body Language of Lies - Part 2119. Alex Murdaugh Guilty: His Body Language of Lies - Part 213 March 2023 · 45 minStories of innocent citizens being brutally attacked by complete strangers who have long and violent criminal histories have become all too common. Many claim these attacks are a result of soft-on-crime policies enacted …Dr. Phil – How Safe Are Our Streets?120. How Safe Are Our Streets?27 March 2023 · 45 minTwenty-one-year-old Julia Wendell captured the attention of millions across the globe when she claimed she believes she may be the most famous missing child in the world, Madeleine McCann. Wendell claims she has the same…Dr. Phil – Exclusive: "I Believe That I'm Madeleine McCann"121. Exclusive: "I Believe That I'm Madeleine McCann"28 March 2023 · 45 minCritics say that Americans pulling the "victim card" seems to be at an all-time high. What are the forms of victimhood and types of people who have a victim mentality? What dangers does a trend toward over-sensitivity, n…Dr. Phil – Discrimination: A Two-Way Street?122. Discrimination: A Two-Way Street?29 March 2023 · 45 minDr. Phil delves into the very sensitive topic of discrimination. The news has reported claims of discrimination against white people in university admissions, graduation ceremonies, and college welcome weeks. Similar cla…Dr. Phil – Loneliness Epidemic123. Loneliness Epidemic3 April 2023 · 45 minThe loneliness epidemic is real, and it's affecting younger people in startling numbers. A 2020 survey on loneliness found an increasing correlation between social media usage and feelings of loneliness. Another study fo…Dr. Phil – Is Forced Prison Labor Really Slavery?124. Is Forced Prison Labor Really Slavery?4 April 2023 · 45 minDr. Phil discusses forced labor in prisons: should it end because it is punitive -- and even abusive -- or should it be seen as a productive way for some prisoners to spend their days and invest in their future? Jorge Re…Dr. Phil – Surviving Tragedy125. Surviving Tragedy5 April 2023 · 45 minMany Americans have faced horrific mass shooting tragedies throughout the country. Many lives have been lost on those catastrophic days, but many survivors have lived, and their traumas continue to haunt them for years. …Dr. Phil – Matters of the Heart126. Matters of the Heart10 April 2023 · 45 minDid you know that your emotions could be damaging your heart, and you might not find out until it's too late? Dr. Phil reveals information that could save your life or someone you love. First, Dr. Phil meets Emily, a sel…Dr. Phil – My Newsmaking Nightmare127. My Newsmaking Nightmare11 April 2023 · 45 minHave you ever wondered what happens to the people involved in tragic newsmaking stories after the spotlight is gone? Dr. Phil hears three stories of people struggling with the aftermath of having a dark moment in their l…128. Are Women Being Erased?12 April 2023 · 45 minThe recent movement, originating in the activism of transgender advocates, to replace the word "woman" with gender-neutral terms causes a growing concern among women born biologically female that the language changes are…129. Under Attack by Spiritual Entities17 April 2023 · 45 minAngel-Rose discusses how every night she is attacked by spiritual entities similar to ghosts from the astral plane.130. Should We Allow Reparations to Black Americans?18 April 2023 · 45 minActivists, writers, educators and descendants discuss giving financial reparations to African Americans.131. Dangers in America: Are We Being Protected?19 April 2023 · 45 minDr. Phil gives viewers a sneak peek at what happens when the show ends: after the taping, the often-lively exchanges continue, and the cameras keep rolling; Chris' neighbors saved his life by performing CPR while he was …132. The Battle Over Gender Inclusivity in Schools20 April 2023 · 45 minWhether transgender students should be allowed to use bathrooms corresponding with their identities; how old children should be when learning about gender identity in school; whether parents should make decisions on what…133. Missing in the Dark World of Sex Trafficking24 April 2023 · 45 minThe search for a missing teen who may be the victim of sex trafficking; a girl says she was lured into sex trafficking by a man she met online; former athletes and assault survivors Jon Vaughn and Trinea Gonczar partner …134. Influenced to Spend25 April 2023 · 45 minHow product and service influencers persuade people to spend money; perspectives from an influencer, a marketing specialist and a spending coach; Brendan Gahan, Chief Innovation Officer at Mekanism.135. Generation XL26 April 2023 · 45 minDiscussing the epidemic of childhood obesity; a 13-year-old shares her story of being bullied at her school for being overweight; one of the first teens to undergo weight-loss surgery; President of the Obesity Medicine A…136. Dog Attacks on the Rise: Who's to Blame? - Part 127 April 2023 · 45 minTeri says she was attacked by former friend Valina's dog, while Valina says that Teri exaggerated her injuries so much that her dog had to be euthanized; a woman tells of being attacked by a client's two dogs.137. Surviving a Vicious Dog Attack - Part 228 April 2023 · 45 minA woman says she was attacked by two dogs she was dog-sitting, and nearly lost her life; trainer and behaviorist Jas Leverette.138. My Husband Murdered His Fiancee1 May 2023 · 45 minJames Addie, a husband and father, lived a double life, leading to the murder of his fiancée 48 hours before their wedding day; his two families meet to pick up the broken pieces of their lives.139. Invested in Love or Just Another Scam? Part 12 May 2023 · 45 minFor two years, Terri has sent thousands of dollars to her millionaire boyfriend, Ricardo, whom she plans to marry but has never met in person.140. Romance Scams, Fraudsters, and Their Victims - Part 23 May 2023 · 45 minTerri has been waiting two years for her millionaire boyfriend, Ricardo, whom she has never met in person, to return home from Canada with their Bitcoin investment; updates on some former Dr. Phil guests who were scammed…141. Moms on Mushrooms: A Growing Trend?4 May 2023 · 45 minIndividuals who microdose psychedelics to achieve relaxation join Dr Phil, experts and sceptics to discuss its benefits and dangers.142. The Rise in Anti-Latino Hate5 May 2023 · 45 minAnti-immigrant sentiment and anti-Latino hate crimes; a couple say a woman terrorized them for a year; experts discuss rhetoric, misinformation, hostile speech and disrespect; Jason Tatenhove (book "The Perils of Extremi…143. Disruptive Thinking: T.D. Jakes8 May 2023 · 45 minT.D. Jakes says disruptive thinking has led to some of the world's most innovative and necessary movements, and every period of chaos brings an opportunity to disrupt by providing an unexpected alliance or solution.144. Critical Race Theory9 May 2023 · 45 minSome say critical race theory (CRT) admonishes all white people for being oppressors while classifying all Black people as hopelessly oppressed victims, but others say it must be taught to children because future generat…145. Judgment Day in a New Orleans Court10 May 2023 · 45 minAs a child, Alyssa wanted to get rid of her mother's strict boyfriend, John, so she told a lie, accusing him of sexually abusing her. Out of guilt, she retracts her confession, giving John a chance of a retrial after spe…146. Ask Dr. Phil and Robin (2023)11 May 2023 · 45 minDr. Phil and his wife Robin answer questions and address rumours from their fans, as well as questions and tributes from some of their celebrity friends.147. Artificial Intelligence: Too Smart for Our Own Good?12 May 2023 · 45 minArtificial intelligence has the potential to improve people's daily lives, but it also raises ethical and societal concerns about its impact on employment, privacy and the future of humanity; Dr. Phil gets a special deli…148. Families Fighting for Freedom15 May 2023 · 45 minDoreen's son, John Giuca, and Yvette's brother, Billie Allen, have spent half their lives in prison for crimes they say they did not commit, and both women say they will stop at nothing to get their loved ones out of pri…149. Episode #21.14916 May 2023 · 45 minRichard Glossip was convicted of first-degree murder for the beating death of his boss, based largely on the testimony of a man who said Glossip hired him to carry out the murder.150. Battle of the Sexes17 May 2023 · 45 minAndrew Tate is known for his misogynistic social media posts and videos; discusses whether parents should worry about Tate's influence on their sons; a group of teenage boys surprise their mothers when they share what th…151. Thank You, Dr. Phil: Amazing Updates - Part 118 May 2023 · 45 minDr. Phil follows up with some of his most talked-about guests to find out what happened when they left his stage and returned home.152. Dr. Phil Changed My Life - Part 219 May 2023 · 45 minDr Phil continues to provide thrilling updates on the past guests that viewers enquire about the most.153. Underaged and Interrogated22 May 2023 · 45 minInnocent people, many of them miners, are often convicted after providing police with false confessions; what parents need to know to prevent it from happening to their children; Brendan Dassey, profiled in Netflix's "Ma…154. Episode #21.15423 May 2023 · 45 minDr Phil shares how more than 23,000 young people age out of the US foster care system every year; two women say they faced challenges in the foster care system and ageing out of it; one gets the surprise of a lifetime.155. Not Guilty of Murder but Sentenced to Life24 May 2023 · 45 minA federal jury finds a pair of Black men not guilty of killing a white police officer, but they are sentenced to life in prison anyway; their attorney explains why; the officer's daughter comes face to face with the conv…156. Laced, Lethal, and Killing Our Children25 May 2023 · 45 minA woman tells how she became addicted to Xanax and Oxycodone and later learned the pills were laced with deadly synthetic opioid fentanyl; a former drug dealer gives his perspective on the dangers of buying drugs; famili…