The Dr. Phil Podcast

Burned-out teachers making 73 cents on the dollar. Overworked, underpaid, and walking out the door 7 in 10 quit within five years. This is your kid. Your classroom. Right now. Dr. Phil says it's time to stop talking about fixing education and start doing it. Sponsored by Preserve Gold: Get up to $20,000 in FREE Gold & Silver with a qualified purchase. CALL: 844-718-2642 Text ASKPHIL to 50505 or visit https://DrPhilgold.comSponsored by HighLevel: If you own a small business, don’t skip this. Reclaim your life. Automate your business. Transform your overwhelmed business into an automated powerhouse in just minutes. Summer of AI Is Here! Get 5 FREE AI Tools All Summer Long. Visit: https://DrPhil.com/Business and get your life back on track.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, are moving back to England after 6 years away and it's bigger than a headline about the royals. Dr. Phil breaks down the real story behind their reconciliation: why family estrangement happens, what it actually takes to come back together, and why so many of us wait too long to make the first move. If you've ever pushed someone away and wondered if it's too late to fix it, this one's for you. Sponsored by Preserve Gold: Get up to $20,000 in FREE Gold & Silver with a qualified purchase. CALL: 844-718-2642 Text ASKPHIL to 50505 or visit https://DrPhilgold.comSponsored by Chapter: Don’t wait! If you’re on Medicare or will be soon, reach out to Chapter: Call: (352)-845-0659 or go to https://askchapter.org to learn about your Medicare options and get help finding ways to save money.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

20 years ago, Warren Jeffs, the self-proclaimed prophet and leader of a polygamist and religious sect, called the FLDS, was captured – leading to a conviction, and life sentence for aggravated sexual assault against two minor females. The FLDS has been described by numerous experts, news outlets, and survivors as a dangerous cult, where young girls, many of whom were minors, were being forced to marry men three times their age, and bare as many children as physically possible. But one year prior to Jeffs apprehension, Dr. Phil received a guest submission that not only placed his focus on Warren Jeffs, but also introduced him to 2 teenage girls who claimed to escape the religious sect, a decision they feared may have been a mistake. Today, Dr. Phil reflects back on that pivotal episode, and shares never before details about how he prepared to help prevent both teenage girls from returning to the FLDS, and the alleged abuse they claimed was occurring. Sponsored by Preserve Gold: Get up to $20,000 in FREE Gold & Silver with a qualified purchase. CALL: 844-718-2642 Text ASKPHIL to 50505 or visit https://DrPhilgold.comSponsored by Chapter: Don’t wait! If you’re on Medicare or will be soon, reach out to Chapter: Call: (352)-845-0659 or go to https://askchapter.org to learn about your Medicare options and get help finding ways to save money.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Phil argues that American schools are masking declining academic achievement through grade inflation, lowered proficiency standards, generous grading floors, and pressure to pass students, leaving parents and students unaware of their actual capabilities. He cites falling standardized-test and reading scores, remedial college placement among high-school graduates with high GPAs, and international performance gaps as evidence that diplomas increasingly fail to represent mastery. He also warns that excessive classroom technology may weaken learning by replacing handwriting, deep processing, and independent problem-solving. He urges parents to independently assess their children’s reading and math skills, calling for an education system that prioritizes genuine competence over graduation rates and funding incentives.Thank you to our sponsors:Get up to $20,000 in FREE Gold & Silver with a qualified purchase. Text ASKPHIL to 50505 or visit https://DrPhilgold.comHere's my take: mindless scrolling is a habit. BINGO is a lifestyle. Time to upgrade.  Download Bingo Blitz” https://bingoblitz.onelink.me/789120864/vxx2327See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Phil examines the disturbing case of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother charged with killing her three young children, and the critical question at the center of the case: Were warning signs of a severe postpartum mental health crisis missed? He breaks down postpartum psychosis, how it differs from postpartum depression and the “baby blues,” and the potentially dangerous symptoms including hallucinations, delusions, extreme insomnia, disorganized thinking, and loss of contact with reality. As the defense prepares to argue that postpartum psychosis and multiple psychiatric medications contributed to the tragedy, prosecutors are expected to point to Clancy’s alleged planning and coordination as evidence she understood her actions. His analysis focuses on the larger question beyond the courtroom: When a new mother shows escalating red flags, who is responsible for recognizing the danger and acting before it is too late?Sponsored by Preserve Gold: Get up to $20,000 in FREE Gold & Silver with a qualified purchase. Text ASKPHIL to 50505 or visit https://DrPhilgold.comSponsored by Chapter: Don’t wait! If you’re on Medicare or will be soon, reach out to Chapter: Call: (352)-845-0659 or go to https://askchapter.org to learn about your Medicare options and get help finding ways to save money.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Phil and Robin McGraw celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with one of their most personal conversations ever, sharing the love, laughter, struggles and surprising stories behind five decades of marriage. From Robin knowing it was love at first sight and asking Dr. Phil about marriage almost immediately to starting out with little money, raising Jay and Jordan, building a family and eventually creating the Dr. Phil show together, they look back at the moments that shaped their life. They also confront years of Dr. Phil and Robin divorce rumors, including the outrageous claim of a $400 million settlement, and explain why those headlines never reflected their real marriage. Most importantly, Dr. Phil and Robin reveal what they believe is the secret to a 50-year marriage: deciding early what kind of marriage they wanted, honoring those commitments and continuing to grow together through every stage of life.Sponsored by:Get up to $20,000 in FREE Gold & Silver with a qualified purchase. Text ASKPHIL to 50505 or visit https://DrPhilgold.comHighLevel: If you own a small business, don’t skip this. Reclaim your life. Automate your business. Transform your overwhelmed business into an automated powerhouse in just minutes. Summer of AI Is Here! Get 5 FREE AI Tools All Summer Long. Visit: https://DrPhil.com/Business and get your life back on track.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A father just became the first parent in America convicted of murder for his son's school shooting. Colin Gray gave his 14-year-old son an AR-15 for Christmas — and ignored every warning sign along the way. Now he's facing 15 years in prison. Dr. Phil breaks down the Apalachee High School case, and the pathway to violence researchers have identified over decades of study.The warning signs almost every school shooter shows:- Early childhood trauma that goes unresolved- A visible crisis point — a noticeable change in behavior from their baseline- A growing obsession with studying past shooters- Telling someone their plans, almost always a fellow student, before it happens- Access to an unsecured weapon at home- Prior contact with law enforcement that went nowhereDr. Phil walks through what happened in Georgia, what law enforcement already knew, and why these same red flags keep showing up case after case — and keep getting missed. No spin. No BS. Just what every parent needs to know before the next tragedy.Sponsored by: Sponsored by HighLevel: If you own a small business, don’t skip this. Reclaim your life. Automate your business. Transform your overwhelmed business into an automated powerhouse in just minutes. Summer of AI Is Here! Get 5 FREE AI Tools All Summer Long. Visit: https://DrPhil.com/Business and get your life back on track.Sponsored by: Don’t wait! If you’re on Medicare or will be soon, reach out to Chapter: Call: (352)-845-0659 or go to https://askchapter.org to learn about your Medicare options and get help finding ways to save money.🔔 Subscribe to The Dr. Phil Podcast for new episodes every week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your kids are grown, the house is finally quiet — then knock knock, "Can I move back in?" Dr. Phil breaks down what an adult child moving home really does to your marriage — and the difference between a "launchpad" and a "hammock" that determines whether your relationship survives it.✔️ Why the empty nest is the most fragile stage in a marriage✔️ The "gray divorce" trend explained✔️ Launchpad vs. Hammock — how to tell the difference✔️ How to protect your marriage while still showing up for your kid🔔 Subscribe to The Dr. Phil Podcast for new episodes every week This episode is made possible with the support of our sponsors: Retirement Ready? Get up to $20,000 in FREE Gold & Silver with a qualified purchase. Text ASKPHIL to 50505 or visit https://DrPhilgold.comCarShield is how you move from chaos to control. Their protection plans are built to cover a deep bench of mechanical issues, thousands of parts across cars, trucks, and SUVs… without putting a cap on how far you drive. That’s not just coverage. That’s control. Call CarShield today: 1-800-588-8501 more info: https://carshield.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Navy SEAL trainee who says he was wrongfully convicted of murder and abduction to defile for a crime the actual killer later confessed to committing alone, served 31 years of an 82-year sentence before walking out of prison. This is his first interview. SHOW DESCRIPTION: In 1995, 20-year-old Navy SEAL trainee Dusty Turner watched his swim buddy Billy Brown strangle a 21-year-old pre-med student named Jennifer Evans in a Virginia Beach parking lot. Dusty says he tried to stop him, but he failed. Bound by the SEAL code to protect his teammate, he helped hide the body. Eight days later, consumed by guilt, he says he confessed to his commanding officer, led police to the scene, and cooperated fully with investigators. Then he says the system took 31 years of his life. Brown flipped and blamed Dusty for the murder. Both were convicted in separate trials. Brown got 72 years. Dusty got 82, more time than the man who actually killed her. In 2002, Brown confessed on tape that he acted alone. A Virginia judge declared Dusty actually innocent. The appellate court overturned it on a legal theory never presented at his original trial. Under Virginia law, the only crime Dusty admits to ... helping hide a body ... carried a maximum sentence of one year. He served thirty-one. On March 5, 2026, Dusty walked out of prison. He is 51 years old. His murder conviction still stands. He is not exonerated. Now, for the first time, Dusty sits down with Dr. Phil, alongside his mother Linda, who never stopped fighting ... to tell his story, confront the system that he says failed him, and face the most difficult question of all: how do you rebuild a life when the majority of it was taken from you for something you say you didn't do?This episode is made possible with the support of our sponsors. Thank you.Don’t wait! If you’re on Medicare or will be soon, reach out to Chapter: Call: (352)-845-0659 or go to https://askchapter.org to learn about your Medicare options and get help finding ways to save money.SleepCreme: The foundation of health begins with sleep. Claim your exclusive Dr. Phill offer here: https://sleepcreme.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

United States Border Czar, Tom Homan, returns to address with Dr. Phil the false narratives, lies, and scrutiny, he claims U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and its agents are currently facing.  Plus, what Tom Homan believes is the direct cause that has resulted in the historic increase in threats and violence against ICE and its agents.This episode is sponsored by:Retirement Ready? Get up to $20,000 in FREE Gold & Silver with a qualified purchase. Text ASKPHIL to 50505 or visit https://DrPhilgold.comDon’t wait! If you’re on Medicare or will be soon, reach out to Chapter: Call: (352)-845-0659 or go to https://askchapter.org to learn about your Medicare options and get help finding ways to save money.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

DON'T GET STRANDED WATCHING LOVE ISLAND. Millions are watching. Millions are talking about it. But if you want real relationship advice — you found it. This summer, Robin and I celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. After five decades together, people always ask us one question: "What's the secret?" In this episode of The Real Story, Dr. Phil answers that question — and explains why Love Island, The Bachelor, Love Is Blind, and other reality dating shows may be teaching an entire generation the wrong lessons about love.You'll discover:• Why real love is built in private — not performed for an audience• What the science says about lasting marriages• Why social media validation is replacing genuine intimacy• Why reality TV couples almost never survive in the real world• The one daily habit that's helped Robin and me stay married for 50 yearsLove isn't won. Love isn't voted on. Love is built.Because the relationship that matters most isn't the one you post. It's the one you protect. This episode is made possible with the support of our sponsors. Thank you.SleepCreme: The foundation of health begins with sleep. Claim your exclusive Dr. Phill offer here: https://sleepcreme.com/Chapter: Don’t wait! If you’re on Medicare or will be soon, reach out to Chapter: Call: (352)-845-0659 or go to https://askchapter.org to learn about your Medicare options and get help finding ways to save money.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

800,000 college students are paying full tuition — to earn LESS than a high school grad. Not a typo. The government just cut off federal loans for degree programs that don't pay off. Dr. Phil names the schools cashing the check anyway — USC, Juilliard, NYU, Reed — and breaks down why $260,000 can buy you a $40K salary. Before your kid signs that loan, listen to this. Thank you to our sponsors:Don’t wait! If you’re on Medicare or will be soon, reach out to Chapter: Call: (352)-845-0659 or go to https://askchapter.org to learn about your Medicare options and get help finding ways to save money.Struggling w Poor Sleep? RELAXIUM® Sleep is backed by a 90-day guarantee, so you’ve got nothing to lose. Enjoy restful and refreshing sleep with drug-free, non-habit forming RELAXIUM® Sleep. Get your risk-free bottle now. Go to https://TryRelaxium.com or call 800-952-7770.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.