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The Dr. Phil Podcast

Dr. Phil McGraw
Mental Health
Anti-Semitism
Israel
First Amendment
Domestic Violence
Education
Religious Liberty
Hamas
Type 2 Diabetes
Parenting
Zohran Mamdani
Social Media
New York City
California
Free Speech
Bullying
Trauma
Family
Christmas
United States

Welcome to The Dr. Phil Podcast, where Dr. Phil McGraw delivers unfiltered, powerful insights and practical tools to help you navigate today's complex world. Each week, join Dr. Phil as he sits down with captivating guests, from world-renowned experts and celebrities to individuals with extraordinary stories. Topics span relationships, parenting, career, mental health, and community, with every ep... more

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Dr. Phil continues his coverage of the government's UAP disclosures by speaking with former U.S Navy Lieutenant and F-18 pilot, Ryan Graves, who has over a decade of service, including two deployments in Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Inher... more

A multicultural celebration meant to unite a Michigan elementary school erupted into controversy after children were offered political stickers, including one depicting an assault rifle and another containing an anti-Zionist obscenity. The mothers wh... more

A wealthy New York writer admits to shoplifting from Whole Foods — and says everyone else should try it too. Dr. Phil breaks down the trend some are calling "microlooting," where privileged, high-earning Americans reportedly justify stealing from big... more

Countries around the world are moving to protect children from social media. So why is America still waiting? The United Kingdom has announced plans to ban social media for children under 16, joining a growing international movement demanding stronge... more

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Recent Guests

Jia Tolentino
Writer for The New Yorker
The New Yorker
Episode: The Reason This Rich New Yorker Shoplifts Should Outrage You
Hasan Piker
Political commentator
Hasanabi (H3 podcast context)
Episode: The Reason This Rich New Yorker Shoplifts Should Outrage You
Lori Schott
Mother who lost her daughter Anna Lee to suicide
Private individual
Episode: Countries Are Banning Social Media. So Why Isn't America?
Kristen Bride
Parent and member of Issue One's Council for Social Media Reform
Issue One
Episode: Countries Are Banning Social Media. So Why Isn't America?
Justin Stevens
Father of 13-year-old Jacob who encountered the Benadryl challenge
Private individual
Episode: Countries Are Banning Social Media. So Why Isn't America?
Dr. Jerry Cooney Horvath
Cognitive neuroscientist and author specializing in the developing brain
Independent researcher
Episode: Countries Are Banning Social Media. So Why Isn't America?
Judge Rosemarie Aquilina
Judge, national advocate for victims' rights, presided over high-profile cases
Michigan judiciary
Episode: Sex Offenders: Are Communities Really Safe?
Chris Mellon
Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Intelligence, Staff Director of the Senate Intelligence Committee
U.S. Department of Defense
Episode: Explosive Proof the Government Hid UFOs for 80 Years
Bryce Zabel
Journalist, writer, producer, former Chairman of the Television Academy, creator of Dark Skies
Media / Entertainment
Episode: Explosive Proof the Government Hid UFOs for 80 Years

Host

Dr. Phil McGraw
Host of the primary podcast and The Real Story with Dr. Phil; media figure known for in-depth interviews and issue-focused dialogue

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 16.8k ratings
  • So Helpful To My Life

    I just listened to the episode with Dr Oz. This was an eye popping informational program on what is actually being done about the fraud.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jill-Grad
    United States2 months ago
  • Dr. Phil ❤️‍🩹 FANS! UNITE! King Midas has done it again! The podcast is GOLD!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    The Dr. Phil podcast has become an intricate part of my life, in the same way the show did, for 21+ years of my life. I was

    literally grieving the loss of the show. Yes, I do know to watch reruns.

    It’s not the same.

    ❤️‍🩹 Having said that,

    Dr. Phil & Miss Robin McGuire DESERVE to RETIRE from the show, anyway!

    They’ll never retire from their endeavors of ❤️ the heart. The McGraws' charities, nonprofits, & philanthropic endeavors are truly absolutely astonishing! (Shout out to Miss Robin fo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlainaP13
    United States3 months ago
  • Only 9 episodes in

    I’m only 9 episodes in, about to start the Charles Barkley episode and so far I have to admit that I’m enjoying this podcast. I love podcasts but I am picky with which ones I will listen to. I will continue to listen to this one. I do have to admit that after reading other reviews I am nervous. I am not a Trump supporter and some reviews suggest that this podcast eventually gets rather political and not likely to be things I’ll want to listen to. If that happens and I’m put off by the podcast th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BRDW27
    United States3 months ago
  • Dissatisfied

    I used to love Dr Phill. He’s gotten more political and instead of talking about both sides he’s now switched to one sided. Very disappointing!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fluffy1973$
    United States3 months ago
  • Oprah

    Are you freaking kidding me????

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Hopeful🦋
    United States4 months ago

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The Ultimate Squatter Scam: Is Your Home Safe?
Q: What lessons would you share with other homeowners to protect themselves?
Donte emphasizes regular property checks, maintaining utilities and taxes, installing alarms, and taking immediate action to file trespassing when someone enters, to keep the matter within a criminal framework before it shifts to civil possession battles.
The Ultimate Squatter Scam: Is Your Home Safe?
Q: So, tell me how and when you discovered her.
Connor explains that the squatter illegally moved into his seven-bedroom rental, initially believed to be a water problem but quickly recognized as trespassing, leading to a legal eviction process that had to be pursued criminally and civilly.
They Survived Prison. Can They Survive Freedom?
Q: John, what can people take away from your experience and how can future cases be protected from repeating this?
The core takeaway is the principle of innocent until proven guilty and the need to ensure that evidence, not pressure for a conviction, guides decisions; reform should focus on transparency, accountability, and better alignment of parole conditions with individuals' actual circumstances.
Princeton to Prison to the Supreme Court
Q: What were the core issues that led to the prosecution and how did they affect your approach to public service?
The guest describes a multi-pronged investigation centered on alleged public corruption tied to campaign donations and development deals, arguing that the charges were based on a flawed theory of quid pro quo and that the case exposed systemic vulnerabilities in how politics and money intersect.
Texas Children’s Hospital Opens Detransition Clinic: Whistleblower Speaks Out
Q: What sparked the initial investigation into the hospital's practices?
The whistleblower claimed that the hospital secretly continued gender-affirming treatments on minors after a public statement to stop, triggering regulatory scrutiny and a later healthcare-fraud settlement.

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2. Hasan Piker
3. Lori Schott
4. Kristen Bride
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