The debate over whether cities and states have the right to criminally punish people experiencing homelessness for sleeping in public. With a decision from the Supreme Court looming on whether cities and states will have the right to criminally punish people experiencing homelessness for sleeping in public, many are divided on what that decision should be. Tonight, Dr. Phil will hear from people experiencing homelessness themselves, and learn why they are strongly against being criminalized. Plu...
Mar 12, 2025•42 min•Ep 350•Transcript available on Metacast The debate over solutions to homelessness heats up; is criminalization an answer? Grants Pass is a smaller community, nestled in the beautiful backdrop of southern Oregon, that has many residents claiming there has been an explosion of homelessness, leaving their idyllic community unsafe. Grants Pass has gained national attention because of a court case between local homeless individuals and the city. At the heart of the matter is whether it is cruel and unusual punishment for the city to arrest...
Mar 11, 2025•42 min•Ep 349•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Phil tries to decode the maze of conspiracy theories becoming more popular online. Gubba and Melissa believe Dr. Phil could possibly be a clone or in the Illuminati - like the many other rich and powerful they believe are. James rejects the mainstream narratives about Jeffrey Epstein and more. Antonio, a former conspiracist, tells about the toll his former beliefs took on him. Dr. Phil and Evan, an expert fact checker try to separate myths from facts. Thank you to our sponsors: Beam: Visit h...
Mar 08, 2025•44 min•Ep 348•Transcript available on Metacast Shockingly low literacy rates, underfunded schools, and overworked teachers are creating a perfect storm, leaving millions of students behind academically. Dr. Phil sits down with educators, parents, and a former senior official in the U.S. Dept. of Education to uncover what's REALLY happening in our public schools. Samantha, a former special ed elementary school teacher, says all she wanted to do since she was a child was work in education. But after experiencing the reality of teaching in the ...
Mar 07, 2025•30 min•Ep 347•Transcript available on Metacast It’s a multi-billion-dollar industry built on manipulation, coercion, and unimaginable suffering— Human trafficking and it’s happening right here in the United States. Human Trafficking is one of the most underreported crimes, leaving us with only a fraction of the true scope; it’s in our cities, our suburbs, and even our social media feeds. Tonight, we’re exposing the shocking tactics traffickers use to lure victims. We’ll go undercover with a private investigator works to rescue victims, hear ...
Mar 06, 2025•42 min•Ep 346•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Phil’s Merit TV Town Hall Event: No spin. No censorship. Just real conversations with Dr. Phil and The Young Turk’s Cenk Uygur about President Trump’s Address to Congress and the nation's path forward. Thank you to our sponsors: FYSI: Visit https://FYSI.com/DRPHIL or call 800-877-4000 Beam: Visit https://ShopBeam.com/DrPhil and use code DRPHIL for up to 40% off. Jase Medical: Go to https://Jase.com and enter promo code PHIL at checkout Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/ Get a FREE...
Mar 05, 2025•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Phil unravels the Menendez Case with DA Nathan Hochman and Loni Coombs The Menendez case involves brothers Lyle and Erik Menendez, who were convicted in 1996 for the 1989 murders of their parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez, in their Beverly Hills home. The brothers, who were 21 and 18 at the time of the crime, claimed they acted in self-defense after years of sexual abuse by their father, but prosecutors argued the motive was financial. In a recent development, District Attorney Nathan Hochman...
Mar 04, 2025•43 min•Ep 344•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Phil speaks to two women who illustrate the importance of the Make America Healthy Again initiative, and the problems with diet and nutrition in our country. Both women say they came from poverty-stricken families and have never had healthy relationships with food- one woman has been diagnosed as obese since she was in elementary school, the other has a severe case of type 2 diabetes that she developed at age 25. Both of their children also suffer from chronic illness- and they live together...
Mar 01, 2025•43 min•Ep 242•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Phil discusses a chronic illness epidemic sweeping the U.S. with Calley Means, of Truemed; Dr. Cate Shanahan, nutritionist; and Jillian Michaels, fitness expert. The health of American children is under attack- and its biggest threat is a basic need, food. Research is showing that ultra-processed foods are linked to the chronic illness epidemic that is sweeping our nation. More than 40% of school-aged children and adolescents have at least one chronic health condition, such as asthma, obesit...
Feb 28, 2025•42 min•Ep 342•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
Feb 27, 2025•42 min•Ep 341•Transcript available on Metacast After January’s wildfires in Southern California, LA businessman Rick Caruso is helping to lead recovery efforts. Hear how Mr. Caruso’s family was impacted by the fires and why he’s committed to helping LA rebuild stronger than ever. In response to the devastating January wildfires in Southern California, Los Angeles businessman Rick Caruso has initiated several efforts to aid in the region’s recovery. In an exclusive interview with Dr. Phil, Mr. Caruso describes how the fires hit close to home ...
Feb 26, 2025•43 min•Ep 340•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Phil speaks with Attorney Justin Bonus and Jason Flom, host of the Wrongful Conviction Podcast and founding board member of the Innocence Project. Please consider a donation to secure expert witnesses and legal assistance necessary for a potential retrial. Justice requires an honest pursuit of truth and fairness in the legal system: https://givesendgo.com/freejohnkinsel . Thank you to our sponsors: G-Defy Shoes: Go to https://GDEFY.com and use promo code DRPHIL at checkout or text DRPHIL to ...
Feb 26, 2025•46 min•Ep 339•Transcript available on Metacast Tonight, we confront one of the most urgent and heartbreaking crises of our time - suicide. It knows no boundaries. Suicide touches every family, every community, and too often leaves loved ones with more questions than answers. Every 11 minutes, an American takes their own life. It’s the leading cause of death among our youth. Why is nobody listening when our children are screaming for help from the edge? In harrowing cases, children have reached a desperate breaking point, crying out for inter...
Feb 25, 2025•42 min•Ep 338•Transcript available on Metacast 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 ...
Feb 22, 2025•41 min•Ep 337•Transcript available on Metacast Emotional reunions of everyday citizens and the strangers they risked their lives to save in dramatic rescues caught on tape. Tonight, emotional reunions of everyday citizens and the strangers they risked their lives to save in dramatic rescues caught on tape. First, Dr. Phil will speak Kasey and Wes, who say as a tornado passed, and their family crawled out from underneath the debris of a home that crumbled on top of them, a hero emerged to save them. Watch the emotional reunion, when Kasey and...
Feb 21, 2025•44 min•Ep 336•Transcript available on Metacast 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...
Feb 20, 2025•42 min•Ep 335•Transcript available on Metacast 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. Tonight, Dr. Phil explores the growing phenomenon of AI companionship, where people form deep emotional bonds with artificial beings. Social media influencer Caryn Marjorie reveals how her AI chatbot, CarynAI, went from a fan engagement experiment to a disturbing case study in addiction and ...
Feb 19, 2025•42 min•Ep 334•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Phil and Cenk Uygur, founder and host of The Young Turks, delve into the complexities of the Israel-Palestine conflict, highlighting the long-standing occupation and contrasting the responses to violence on both sides. They discuss the profound influence of money in politics, the necessity of removing it to prevent corruption, and its impact on Congressional policy decisions. Uygur critiques the media for perpetuating the status quo by accepting corporate money and failing to challenge syste...
Feb 19, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep 333•Transcript available on Metacast A decades-old mystery—who killed Jennifer Harris? More than 20 years after Jennifer Harris was murdered, her family is still searching for answers. Jennifer’s sister, Alyssa Wernick, and her husband, Barry Wernick, sit down with Dr. Phil, former investigator Daryl Parker, and host of Crime Stories, Nancy Grace to break down the case. With new insights and forensic advancements, could the truth finally come to light? Dr. Phil and Nancy Grace uncover what went wrong in the investigation and what i...
Feb 18, 2025•43 min•Ep 332•Transcript available on Metacast An emotional conversation about why women being sexually assaulted is the most unreported crime in America. Tonight, Dr. Phil will discuss why women being sexually assaulted is the most unreported crime in America. Dr. Phil will speak with Julie Ann, a brave survivor of a horrific sexual assault committed by a complete stranger who broke into her home and attacked her in her own bed. Find out the shocking reason why Julie Ann says her perpetrator remains free to offend again. Dr. Phil will also ...
Feb 15, 2025•42 min•Ep 331•Transcript available on Metacast 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, that their opportunities ar...
Feb 14, 2025•42 min•Ep 330•Transcript available on Metacast Tonight on Dr. Phil Primetime: A deadly crisis is sweeping across America. Every 9 minutes a loved one is lost in an instant from Fentanyl poisoning. Families shattered, dreams cut short, and an epidemic that knows no boundaries. Fatal curiosity takes the life a college student, peer pressure pushes a teen to a deadly mistake and negligence, deceit, and disregard led to death of an innocent 4yo. Dr. Phil shares the heartbreaking stories of parents who never saw coming their child’s death by Fent...
Feb 13, 2025•40 min•Ep 329•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dr. Phil and Patrick Bet-David dive deep into the entrepreneurial mindset, highlighting the importance of self-awareness, continuous learning, and the power of curiosity in achieving personal growth. Patrick shares actionable insights on creating vision boards and becoming a 'doer' by constantly setting and reassessing goals. But that's not all. They also tackle broader societal issues, discussing the lack of heroes and mentors in today's world and the resulting sense of hopeles...
Feb 12, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep 328•Transcript available on Metacast With DUI fatalities on the rise, Dr. Phil speaks with a woman who went viral due to the body cam footage of her DUI arrest. Tonight, Dr. Phil is discussing an issue that has been reported to be a national crisis that’s been on the rise for years. Every 39 minutes someone dies from a drunk driving crash, with the number of inebriated drivers getting behind the wheel 300,000 times each day. First, Dr. Phil will speak with Sophia, who was recently arrested and charged with, “DUI with a Blood Alcoho...
Feb 12, 2025•41 min•Ep 327•Transcript available on Metacast Nitrous oxide or laughing gas misuse is a growing epidemic that’s flying under the radar. Dr. Phil exposes the dangerous consequences of this legal high, which is easily accessible to teens and can lead to devastating effects on the body and mind. Tonight, Dr. Phil sits down with Rachel and Jenna, two young women in recovery from nitrous oxide addiction. They open up about how their misuse of this legal substance left them unable to walk or care for themselves. Jenna’s father shares the heartbre...
Feb 11, 2025•40 min•Ep 326•Transcript available on Metacast Over 500 towns/cities with populations of 1K-200K disbanded policing 1972-2017. In the past 3 years more than a dozen PDs closed. Resignations up 47% in 2022. Many blame shortages on COVID & criticism of police after George Floyd’s death. With crime rates on the rise and response times decreasing, the detrimental effects of understaffed and under-resourced police departments become starkly evident. We will uncover the root causes behind this crisis, shed light on the consequences of a weakened p...
Feb 08, 2025•43 min•Ep 325•Transcript available on Metacast 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 will shine a spotlight on the gripping stories of individuals caught in the crossfire of anger-fueled situations that have left lasting scars on their lives and delve into the minds of individuals who staunchly believe that their anger is a justified response to perceived injustices and frustrations. Tonight, compelling stories of anger that have le...
Feb 07, 2025•43 min•Ep 324•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Phil speaks to two women who illustrate the importance of the Make America Healthy Again initiative, and the problems with diet and nutrition in our country. Both women say they came from poverty-stricken families and have never had healthy relationships with food- one woman has been diagnosed as obese since she was in elementary school, the other has a severe case of type 2 diabetes that she developed at age 25. Both of their children also suffer from chronic illness- and they live together...
Feb 06, 2025•43 min•Ep 323•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Phil discusses a chronic illness epidemic sweeping the U.S. with Calley Means, of Truemed; Dr. Cate Shanahan, nutritionist; and Jillian Michaels, fitness expert. The health of American children is under attack- and its biggest threat is a basic need, food. Research is showing that ultra-processed foods are linked to the chronic illness epidemic that is sweeping our nation. More than 40% of school-aged children and adolescents have at least one chronic health condition, such as asthma, obesit...
Feb 05, 2025•40 min•Ep 322•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Phil speaks with Sheriff Roy Boyd of Goliad County, Texas, a dedicated seventh-generation Texan with over 30 years of law enforcement experience. Sheriff Boyd has spearheaded groundbreaking initiatives like the Operation Lone Star Task Force, tackling the critical issues of open borders, human and drug trafficking, and the pervasive influence of cartels in Texas. In this episode, Sheriff Boyd opens up about the stark realities of living and working near the US-Mexico border. He shares harrow...
Feb 05, 2025•57 min•Ep 321•Transcript available on Metacast 
