When a Georgia sorority girl flashed her pearly whites for a mugshot, she broke the internet. Now Lily Stewart is back—with a second arrest in just two weeks. From viral sensation to repeat offender, this unapologetic college student's journey from campus to county jail has everyone talking. New charges. Zero remorse. One unforgettable smile. Dr. Phil goes behind the headlines of the mugshot that launched a thousand memes.
Apr 10, 2025•13 min•Ep. 381
When truth-telling leads to exile, Lindy Li reveals to Dr. Phil her dramatic exit from the Democratic Party, the backlash that shook her, and her unexpected embrace by the Republican Party. In this explosive episode, Lindy Li sits down with Dr. Phil to share her harrowing journey of leaving the Democratic Party after 16 years of loyalty. From being the "belle of the ball" to facing coordinated attacks, racial slurs, and accusations of espionage, Lindy reveals the emotional and physical toll of s...
Apr 10, 2025•46 min•Ep. 380
Same Name. Same Shame. Dr. Phil tells Al Green and Marjorie Taylor Greene to grow up, show some respect, and stop embarrassing America. Plus, a brief history of politicians behaving badly.
Apr 09, 2025•10 min•Ep. 379
Is Mahmoud Khalil a danger to society, or a victim of circumstance? Dr. Phil dives into the controversial deportation case, seeking the truth behind the headlines. A firestorm of controversy surrounds former Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil's deportation case. Is he a threat to national security, or a victim of a broken system? Dr. Phil delves into the complex legal battle, exposing the raw emotions and conflicting opinions. Prepare for a heated debate as Dr. Phil challenges both sides...
Apr 09, 2025•45 min•Ep. 378
Dr. Phil gives a big fat 'F" to the Department of Education for failing to do its job. For those questioning President Trump's executive order to dismantle the DOE, Dr. Phil puts facts over hard feelings; and gives a laundry list of reasons why students and teachers must be our first and foremost priority.
Apr 08, 2025•13 min•Ep. 377
From the charged atmosphere of Columbia University protests, where allegations of Hamas ties swirled around Mahmoud Khalil, to the fiery activism of Nerdeen Kiswani, Dr. Phil dives headfirst into the heart of a national controversy. Was Mahmoud's presence at those protests a sign of radicalization, or a misinterpretation of his beliefs? And prepare for a confrontation unlike any other with pro-Palestine activist Nerdeen. Dr. Phil challenges her to defend her controversial stances. This is a high...
Apr 08, 2025•45 min•Ep. 376
March Madness ends tonight when Florida plays Houston in the National Championship. But in addition to shining moments, we've seen terrible sportsmanship from players, coaches, and fans.
Apr 07, 2025•13 min•Ep. 375
As AI companions blur the line between connection and delusion, Dr. Phil investigates the rising trend of people turning to artificial intelligence for friendship, love, and even conversations with the dead. Dr. Phil explores the growing phenomenon of AI companionship, where people form deep emotional bonds with artificial beings in this episode "Loving The Machine - When AI Becomes Human". Social media influencer Caryn Marjorie reveals how her AI chatbot, CarynAI, went from a fan engagement exp...
Apr 05, 2025•43 min•Ep. 374
Dr. Phil sounds off on radical extremists who create chaos, deny common sense, and shut down their perceived enemies by any means necessary. This episode of "The Real Story," tackles two stories that will make your head spin. First, the ugly truth that turned Havard into a Poison Ivy University. Then, the stupidity behind those violent attacks on Tesla.
Apr 04, 2025•12 min•Ep. 373
Patty Prewitt, recently released from prison after serving 40 years for a crime she maintains she didn’t commit, joins Dr. Phil alongside her daughter, Jane Prewitt, and News On Merit Street anchor, Loni Coombs. Together, they discuss Patty’s fight for freedom, the challenges of reintegration after incarceration, and the ongoing push for justice. Dr Phil, who has closely followed Patty's case, shares his perspective on the controversial conviction and what it reveals about systemic flaws in the ...
Apr 04, 2025•41 min•Ep. 372
Do you believe Donald Trump and Elon Musk want to steal Aunt Edna's Medicare check? Of course not. Except, mainstream media thinks we're so stupid, we'll believe anything they tell us. In today's episode of "The Real Story," Dr. Phil calls out a US Senator for his reckless media rant and, even worse, the network news anchors who let him ramble, not once questioning his absurd accusations that Trump and Musk are turning America into an arm of the Kremlin.
Apr 03, 2025•8 min•Ep. 371
A Dr. Phil’s Merit TV Special. American Values: Make America Healthy Again. Thank you to our sponsors for supporting this podcast and making it possible: Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/ Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today. Tax Network USA: CALL 1-800-958-1000 or visit https://TNUSA.com/DRPHIL/ to speak to one of our strategists for FRE...
Apr 03, 2025•42 min•Ep. 370
Welcome to The Real Story. A brand new daily podcast from Dr. Phil and MeritTV. No spin. No BS. Just the truth.
Apr 02, 2025•8 min•Ep. 369
In this must-listen episode, Dr. Phil dives deep into the realities of a rapidly evolving world where meritocracy, adaptability, and specialized skills reign supreme. As automation and economic shifts reshape the landscape, he unpacks how entitlement cuts and cultural changes signal the urgent need for individuals to embrace consequential knowledge as their greatest ally. Through inspiring real-world examples and thought-provoking insights, Dr. Phil empowers you to redefine your unique contribut...
Apr 02, 2025•45 min•Ep. 368
We’ll tackle one of the most heated debates in sports —should transgender athletes be allowed to compete in women’s sports? The conflict over whether transgender athletes should be allowed to compete in women’s sports has sparked controversy in locker rooms, courtrooms, and even the White House. President Trump’s latest executive order is shaking up the rules, the battle lines are drawn even deeper. We’ll talk to a former college star athlete whose team lost when faced with a trans opponent, a t...
Apr 01, 2025•55 min•Ep. 367
Do you ever feel like, no matter how hard you hustle, you can’t seem to get ahead financially? You’re not alone! In fact, 61% of Americans say they're living paycheck to paycheck. 40% withdrew from their already insufficient 401-Ks just to avoid losing their home. Oh, and speaking of that home, did you know that if you leave it for any real length of time that you run the risk of losing it outright to a squatter?! Yeah, you heard me right – someone else can move into YOUR home! And, once they’re...
Mar 29, 2025•41 min•Ep. 366
Tonight, Dr. Phil focuses on a dangerous trend law enforcement calls a “street takeover,” where hundreds of young adults close down streets to perform reckless car stunts. Dr. Phil will speak with Cindi and Maria, who know first-hand how dangerous a street takeover can be. Maria says what started out as a fun night hosting a dinner party for friends, ended with her in a coma, and her loving fiancé Raymond, dead. Maria says while crossing the street she and Raymond were run over by a young man al...
Mar 28, 2025•42 min•Ep. 365
Part 2: On January 26th, 2011, Ellen Greenberg was found dead in her apartment with twenty stab wounds to her head, neck, and back, as well as eleven bruises in various stages of healing on her right arm, leg, and abdomen. The medical examiner initially ruled it a homicide, but after a secret meeting with police, he changed the cause of death to suicide. Ellen’s fiancé, Samuel Goldberg, alleged that he had gone down to the gym in their apartment building for 30-45 minutes and was unable to get b...
Mar 27, 2025•43 min•Ep. 364
On January 26th, 2011, Ellen Greenberg was found dead in her apartment with twenty stab wounds to her head, neck, and back, as well as eleven bruises in various stages of healing on her right arm, leg, and abdomen. The medical examiner initially ruled it a homicide, but after a secret meeting with police, he changed the cause of death to suicide. Ellen’s fiancé, Samuel Goldberg, alleged that he had gone down to the gym in their apartment building for 30-45 minutes and was unable to get back into...
Mar 26, 2025•42 min•Ep. 363
Dr. Phil and Jonathan Sacerdoti, broadcaster, journalist, and commentator, thoroughly examine the persistence of anti-Semitism, uncovering its historical roots and modern-day resurgence. Through personal accounts and historical reflections, we explore how this prejudice continues to challenge the core values of Western civilization, emphasizing the urgent need for vigilance and understanding. We also delve into the harrowing realities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, offering firsthand insig...
Mar 26, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 362
Border Czar" Tom Homan gives Dr. Phil an exclusive up-to-the-moment breakdown on the effort to secure the U.S. borders. From the use of the Alien Enemies Act to Fentanyl seizures, this is a comprehensive discussion. In this exclusive interview, former Acting ICE Director and "Border Czar" Tom Homan joins Dr. Phil for an in-depth discussion on the latest efforts to secure the U.S. borders. Homan provides an up-to-the-moment breakdown of the challenges facing border security, including the impleme...
Mar 25, 2025•57 min•Ep. 361
Viral fame or a fancy degree? Dr. Phil asks the question, is higher education still worth it? Dr. Phil tackles the pressing question facing young Americans and their families: Is higher education worth the cost? As tuition prices soar and student debt hits record highs, with the average federal loan debt over $37,000, alternatives to traditional college are gaining appeal. With a backdrop of a 2023 Wall Street Journal survey revealing 56% of Americans question the value of college, Dr. Phil delv...
Mar 22, 2025•44 min•Ep. 360
Dr. Phil is discussing a dangerous trend law enforcement calls a “Takeover,” which is an event organized on social media with the sole intention of gathering as many teens and young adults as possible, to literally “takeover” city and suburban streets, parks, malls, and houses to party in for profit. Law Enforcement reports that often these events result in businesses ransacked, and neighborhoods destroyed from chaotic behavior, reckless driving, and violence that ensues, many times leading to a...
Mar 21, 2025•42 min•Ep. 359
Social media trends stirring controversy: The “Trad Wife” movement is gaining millions of followers; critics call it regressive. Plus, fit influencers are pushing steroids to young men, raising health concerns. Social media trends can change drastically in just a year, and two movements are now capturing widespread attention—and controversy. The “Trad Wife” phenomenon, where women embrace traditional homemaking roles and step away from the workforce, has surged in popularity, amassing millions o...
Mar 20, 2025•43 min•Ep. 358
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 prescriptions in 2019 to 45 million in 2022. But these numbers only scratch the surface. The DEA warns we're on the brink of our next drug crisis. America is facing a silent AND growing epidemic: the Adderall crisis. The use of this stimulant (and its generics), known by street names like A-Train, Addy, Amps, Christmas Trees, Co-Pilots, Lid Poppers, Sm...
Mar 19, 2025•43 min•Ep. 357
Where’s my $5,000 check?! Dr. Phil McGraw and James Fishback, CEO of Azoria and Founder of Incubate Debate, reveal how the DOGE Dividend is revolutionizing accountability and why debate skills could save democracy—this is the future of civic power! Dr. Phil and James reveal how a dream inspired the creation of "The Case for a DOGE Dividend"—a visionary proposal even considered by President Trump and Elon Musk. They unpack the latest developments surrounding the Department of Government Efficienc...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 356
A discussion about the impact that uncertified teachers can have on a child's learning and education. Last year, nearly 400,000 uncertified teachers were reported to be employed in school districts across the country, largely to combat a teacher shortage. In addition, it has been reported that many states have lowered the standards and requirements teachers once needed to enter the classroom. Tonight, Dr. Phil will discuss the impact these solutions could have on American students. Dr. Phil will...
Mar 18, 2025•45 min•Ep. 355
A mom who lives with her husband, their two kids and her boyfriend all under the same roof defends their polyamorous way of life. Is monogamy outdated and could polyamory be the future of the American family? Dr. Phil meets a throuple: husband and wife Jennifer and Daniel who live with Jennifer’s boyfriend, Ty. The three of them are raising Daniel and Jennifer’s two children and they each have partners outside of their throuple. Why are more people turning towards ethical non-monogamy? Polyamory...
Mar 15, 2025•44 min•Ep. 354
Generation Z, those born between 1997 and 2012, have been branded with a chilling moniker: "Generation Doom." But what's behind this stark label? Tonight, why are our youth, who should be brimming with hope and ambition, drowning in a sea of despair? Many Gen Z’s wake up each day questioning the very point of trying. The life their parents enjoyed - a home, a family, financial stability - seems like a far-flung fairytale, replaced by a grim reality of crushing debt, astronomical housing costs, a...
Mar 14, 2025•42 min•Ep. 352
Tonight, we explore grief—its unpredictability and the absence of a "right" way to process it. When a young wife and mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, she and her husband shared their journey online, creating deeply moving videos that have touched millions. Tonight, the difficult topic of grief. The emotions that come with grief can feel overwhelming and unpredictable. It’s not a linear process nor is there a “right” way to grieve. So, when a young wife and mother was diagnosed with ovar...
Mar 13, 2025•44 min•Ep. 352
