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 defending the American and Israeli flag when protesters on campus tried to hoist theirs instead. Another patriotic young man shares why he has placed more than 600 thousand flags on fallen soldiers’ graves. We’ll meet a young mogul who turned a lemonade stand into an 11-million-dollar business, a teen beauty queen breaking barriers with her disability, an...
Dec 27, 2024•39 min•Ep. 291
Steve Harvey welcomes 250 fatherless teens to his Georgia ranch each summer, where they experience life-changing lessons, love, and surprise visits from celebrity mentors like Dr. Phil, Kirk Franklin, and Cam Newton. Together, they inspire young men to lead in their families and communities. The Harvey Foundation is on a mission to empower the next generation of leaders through mentoring, education, and life-changing programs. Join us in our efforts to help youth dream big, overcome challenges, ...
Dec 26, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 290
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, Dr. Phil talks with the 13-year-old who is accused of bullying the two girls from her middle school. The girl’s parents, Ervin and Carla, say their daughter isn’t a bully but a victim. Dr. Phil finds out what happened to cause this teen to lash out. Plus Dr. James Kimmel explains why teens are so violent. Thank you to our sponsor: Preserve Gold : Vi...
Dec 25, 2024•40 min•Ep. 289
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 are being bullied and punched by classmates while others record then upload to social media. That’s what happened to Jonathan’s son who lost his life after a mob of teens attacked him. Also Dr. Phil meets two mothers, Heather and Ardriona, who say their daughters were beaten by the SAME girl. But the alleged bully’s parents, Ervin and Carla, say thei...
Dec 24, 2024•38 min•Ep. 288
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 they want their teens, 14 year old Jeremiah and 16 year old Demi, to do the same. Should children be on the GLP-1 drug for weight loss? Gynecologist Dr. Jaime Seeman says absolutely not. Plus, body positivity activist, Virgie Tovar says teens on weight loss drugs are more likely to develop an eating disorder. Thank you to our sponsors: Dr. Phil's "Men...
Dec 21, 2024•42 min•Ep. 287
Dr. Phil sits down with bestselling author and clinical psychologist, Dr. Jordan B. Peterson, to discuss his latest book, "We Who Wrestle with God, Perceptions of the Divine." Dr. Peterson discusses how he guides readers through the ancient, foundational stories of the Western world, all while analyzing the Biblical accounts of rebellion, sacrifice, suffering, and triumph that stabilize, inspire, and unite us culturally and psychologically. Find out why Dr. Peterson believes this book can truly ...
Dec 20, 2024•45 min•Ep. 286
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 explore the mayor’s PATH initiative, which provides resources to assist homeless and mentally ill individuals in leaving the streets. Dr. Phil and the Mayor, along with his dedicated response team, the NYPD and the initiative’s Sr. Advisor, also travel on the subway and to various locations to highlight the problem New York City is facing and how they’r...
Dec 19, 2024•44 min•Ep. 285
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 Dr. Phil's ongoing series exploring the realities and challenges of the southern border. Dr. Phil and Homan travel to the unfinished Arizona border wall where they meet up with the VP of the National Border Patrol Council, Art Del Cueto and discuss the crucial importance of collaboration between the federal government and state authorities. Homan ...
Dec 18, 2024•45 min•Ep. 284
Dr. Phil sits down with Hizzoner at the mayor’s historic residence, Gracie Mansion. The conversation covers critical topics, including Mayor Adams’ indictment, immigration challenges, and his efforts to address homelessness. In a candid exchange, McGraw asks Adams, “You’ve been indicted as a sitting mayor by a grand jury. Why do you think that happened?” Mayor Adams, replies that he believes it stems from him being vocal “during the migrants and asylum seekers issue.” “The only consolation to th...
Dec 17, 2024•45 min•Ep. 283
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 future. Tonight, we explore this divide—from secession talks to family conflicts—and how we can work to bridge it. Now that we have the Presidential election behind us… Do you think we are on a path to unity OR are we stuck in the “Great Divide”? The Harris Poll conducted a survey for the American Psychological Association right before the election....
Dec 14, 2024•44 min•Ep. 282
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? Critics argue that DEI policies are the Trojan horse of modern society, sneaking in new forms of discrimination under the guise of equality. As lawsuits pile up and the Supreme Court strikes down these initiatives, white men in particular are increasingly vocal about their fears. Many feel that DEI has made them targets, and that their opportunitie...
Dec 13, 2024•42 min•Ep. 281
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% of young people believe that humanity is doomed. Gen Z or “Generation Doomer” witnessed the hope of obtaining their parents' and grandparents' American Dream lifestyles disappear after reaching adulthood. No wonder young people are angry, despondent, and hopeless. Young generations are cynical about their careers, the climate crisis, economic stab...
Dec 12, 2024•42 min•Ep. 280
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 his vision on fixing our border crisis. Homan has over 30 yrs of experience in immigration enforcement, having served in various capacities, including as a police officer, Border Patrol agent, and acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) under Trump from January 2017 to June 2018. He also gained recognition for overseeing record ...
Dec 11, 2024•43 min•Ep. 279
Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Tom Homan, the newly appointed border czar under President Trump, about his extensive experience in law enforcement and immigration enforcement over three decades. They dive into the political motivations behind border policies, the operational control of cartels, and the multifaceted challenges to border security, including terrorism risks and the humanitarian plight of migrants. Homan’s perspectives—to many, controversial—connect deeply with his long-st...
Dec 10, 2024•56 min•Ep. 278
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 of experience, he’s been tapped to oversee all U.S. borders – including air and sea security – and lead the charge on deporting undocumented immigrants. It’s a cornerstone of Trump’s immigration plan. But Homan is no stranger to controversy. You probably remember his role in the “zero tolerance” policy. He’s not afraid of a fight, and he doesn’t b...
Dec 10, 2024•43 min•Ep. 277
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 alternatives to traditional public school, like "unschooling” and A.I. led education. In 2022, the National Assessment of Educational Progress looked at 4th graders and reported that 37% performed below basic reading levels and 25% performed below basic levels in math. That’s the worst result since the assessments started in 1990. You might say the public ...
Dec 07, 2024•42 min•Ep. 276
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 go to for justice. Mother of murdered teen, Dylan Rounds, joins Dr. Phil in an exclusive interview. Could Dylan’s murder have been prevented? Utah State Representative and Police Officer Tyler Clancy and former Judge and District Attorney Erleigh Norville Wiley join Dr. Phil to discuss recidivism rates in America and just how high a price citizens ...
Dec 06, 2024•41 min•Ep. 275
An eye-opening Dr. Phil debate! Celebrated figures in medicine tackle, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - one of the most pressing issues in health care today. We’ll debate DEI initiatives being implemented in the medical field from college admissions to the operating table. Prominent voices against DEI initiatives including renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Ben Carson will explain why these programs implement a new form of segregation in the modern era. PRO-DEI voices will discuss how their journeys in...
Dec 05, 2024•42 min•Ep. 274
Dr. Phil joins Steve Harvey to guide 250 teens at the Steve Harvey Mentoring Camp, teaching them to become responsible, ambitious men. Through laughter, tears, and wisdom, they inspire young men raised in single female-headed homes to reach their full potential. Who teaches a teen boy how to become a man when he is being raised in a single female-headed household? To whom does he turn when he needs a male mentor or example? Dr. Phil helps Steve Harvey fill that void for the 250 teens who are for...
Dec 04, 2024•47 min•Ep. 273
Dr. Phil ventures into the wild world of prepping, where families and individuals are gearing up for doomsday scenarios amid political tension and global uncertainty. With the political climate boiling over and the specter of disaster looming, a surprising trend is taking root: prepping. Once dismissed as paranoid fringe behavior, preppers are now part of the mainstream. Dr. Phil delves into the psychology behind prepping, uncovering the motivations and fears that drive this growing movement. Fr...
Dec 02, 2024•39 min•Ep. 272
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 is a childfree woman who says she is more than her reproductive organs. Scarlett is a mother of 4, Shane is a father of 5, and Terry is a father of 7 and they all say childfree people are selfish and will regret their choices when they’re older and lonely. Thank you to our sponsors: Jase Case: https://Jase.com | Code: PHIL Beam: https://shopbeam.com...
Nov 30, 2024•43 min•Ep. 271
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 abusive parent. Nearly every six days in the US, a child is killed amid a custody dispute. Families are under attack by our family court system. The big problem is these custody cases are often siloed from the criminal court system and the family judge is deciding in a vacuum. Twenty-two-year-old RJ says he and his siblings were in a 15-year tug of war b...
Nov 29, 2024•42 min•Ep. 270
Employees who fought back against robbers, unruly customers, and gangs lose their jobs. They say they deserve their jobs back. Dr. Phil meets three ex-employees who say they fought back against robbers, unruly customers, and gangs. Michael, a barista, Austin, a grocery bagger, and Tyler, a security guard say they were forced to defend themselves and their other coworkers after being assaulted. They say they thought they were doing the right thing... but their employers felt differently. All thre...
Nov 28, 2024•43 min•Ep. 269
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's most dangerous streets, showing us first-hand the challenges they're up against. NYPD has invited Dr. Phil into their world in an effort to change how Americans perceive the police and show first-hand how they protect and serve. Tune in to hear from Officers who worked alongside Detective Johnathan Diller just days after his death while on duty....
Nov 27, 2024•43 min•Ep. 268
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 the hospital, police, or venue. Nearly 11 million women in the US have been sexually assaulted while drunk or drugged. Drink spiking is so common yet so underreported due to lack of awareness, shame/embarrassment, memory loss, fear of retaliation, lack of evidence and or legal/social barriers. 50% of women and men surveyed had their drink spiked at ...
Nov 26, 2024•39 min•Ep. 266
College campuses across the country, including our most elite institutions, have been run amuck with protests led by pro-Hamas student organizations and outside agitators. It has become more apparent than ever that there is a growing hate movement not only for Jews and the state of Israel but for America, our culture, and principles.
Nov 23, 2024•40 min•Ep. 266
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 further explores the story of Bryn Spejcher, a former doctor of audiology, whose life took a horrifying turn due to Cannabis Induced Psychosis. After stabbing Sean O'Melia 108 times in a psychotic episode, Bryn attempted suicide and was subdued by police after a violent struggle. Tonight, we recap the heart-wrenching details of the incident and disc...
Nov 22, 2024•40 min•Ep. 265
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. Phil delves into the harrowing tale of Bryn Spejcher, who in 2018 experienced what is known as Cannabis-Induced Psychosis. This led to the fatal stabbing of her friend Sean O'Melia with an 8-inch kitchen knife, and subsequently, Bryn turning the knife on herself. In an intense confrontation, it required 8 police officers, multiple tasings, and phy...
Nov 21, 2024•39 min•Ep. 264
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 veteran, Tulsi explains why she recently became a Republican and how she claims she’s been the target of troubling backlash. She went from a former Democratic Presidential candidate to a vocal supporter of the Trump/Vance campaign, and now she's officially announced she's joining the GOP. Dr. Phil sits down for an in-depth interview with Fmr. Democratic ...
Nov 19, 2024•42 min•Ep. 263
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 arena of online gambling, where college men are placing their bets and risking it all. With a surge in predatory apps and addictive platforms, campuses are becoming battlegrounds for young minds seduced by the allure of easy money. Saul, a recovering addict, says he started gambling online in high school before becoming the guy to avoid on his college ...
Nov 19, 2024•39 min•Ep. 262
