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The WNBA Finals. Five games. Five times, the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries walked off the court for the national anthem, and I'm not buying the "pregame routine" excuse. Protest or not, it's dead wrong — and your kids are watching. Stand still for two minutes. Show some respect. It's not too much to ask. This is The Real Story with Dr. Phil — no spin, no BS. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

America is being sold a “hate election,” and your body is paying the price. Dr. Phil breaks down the 2026 midterms’ war of words, from both parties to your social media feed, and reveals the science behind it. Hate spikes cortisol, fuels anxiety and paranoia, and raises heart disease risk by 19%. On The Real Story, Dr. Phil gives you a five-step plan to stop the hate cycle before Election Day. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ 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. Visit: https://DrPhil.com/Business and get your life back on track. This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Phil continues to his conversation with Kristin, whose husband, Brian Brimager, is serving a 26-year sentence in a federal prison for the murder of a woman, a woman he had kept secret from Kristin. For nearly 15 years Kristin has stayed by Brian's side despite his arrest, media scrutiny, deception, and his guilty plea of murdering and dismembering his girlfriend, Yvonne Baldelli. Kristin says she understands that people are critical of her decision to remain married to Brian, but she says despite hating what he’s done, she loves him. Find out what Dr. Phil thinks of her decision to stay by Brian's side. Plus, Phil will also share how Yvonne's family feels about Kristin's support of the man who murder their daughter, sister, friend, and auntie. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. Brought to you by 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.

It’s been nearly 15 years since Yvonne Baldelli's disappearance first made headlines, tragically followed by her dismembered body being discovered in a Panamanian jungle, with the prime suspect being her Marine veteran boyfriend, Brian Brimager. Just 2 months before Yvonne disappeared, the couple had moved to a small Panamanian Island, in what was supposed to be a fresh start for their relationship. Prosecutors claimed Yvonne was murdered after she discovered Brian secretly making plans to return to California, to help raise his daughter with his ex-girlfriend, Kristin, a daughter Yvonne never knew existed. The alleged motive was that Brian murdered Yvonne to silence her, because his ex-girlfriend Kristin had no idea Yvonne even existed, and thought Brian was in Panama with his Marine friends. Approximately 2 weeks after Yvonne’s murder, Brian returned to California, moved in with Kristin, proposed, and married her later that month without Kristin knowing about Yvonne or her murder. Dr. Phil speaks with Kristin about the first time she learned about Yvonne, her disappearance, her husband's possible involvement, and why she chose to believe his innocence despite a trail of deceit and lies. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ CarShield 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/ Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil/ *Paid Partnership See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I have a message for anyone who thinks October 7th was Israel's fault: you are morally corrupt. And that same lie is now being taught in your child's classroom. Three years later, I sat down at the UN with Eliya Cohen, held hostage by Hamas for 505 days, and his wife, Ziv Abud, who survived the massacre. Their story is a victory. But here at home, a new wave of ideology in American schools is rewriting October 7th, erasing Jewish suffering and teaching kids that terrorism is "resistance." 71% of Jewish parents say their child has experienced or witnessed antisemitism at school. I'll show you how it's happening, who's funding it, and what you can do about it starting tonight. Nobody is born hating. Hate is taught. And if it can be taught, it can be stopped. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. 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.

Your plane is diving, the captain has been stabbed, and your kids are next to you. What would YOU do? Israeli plumber Yaniv Hayun didn't wait. When a co-pilot turned terrorist tried to crash a flydubai jet carrying 174 people, Yaniv put him in a chokehold, dragged him from the cockpit, and helped pull the plane out of a 17,000-foot dive. Dr. Phil explains why situations don't make heroes; they reveal them. He covers why most people freeze (the bystander effect) and what you can do RIGHT NOW so you act when your moment comes. 👇 Be honest: what would you have done? 🔔 Subscribe for more Real Story with Dr. Phil. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ DeleteMe makes it quick, easy and safe to remove your personal data online: Join Now: https://JoinDeleteMe.Com/PHIL Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil. *Paid Partnership See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Screaming soccer moms. Bullied teenage referees. Parents throwing punches at kids' games. Have youth sports parents completely LOST THEIR MINDS? Dr. Phil exposes the ugly side of youth sports, where out-of-control parents drive referees off the field and ruin the games their kids love. Listen to the viral confrontations as referees fight back against abusive parents — and discover why sideline rage may be doing more damage to your kids than you realize. If your kids play soccer, basketball, football, or any youth sport, you NEED to hear this! Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil/ *Paid Partnership See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For years, military pilots have tracked objects that outfly anything we've built, and the government finally concedes they're real ... without saying what they are. Dr. Phil talks to Rep. Eric Burlison, who says he was pulled into a classified briefing describing a successful operation to lure these craft to a desert test range, and Jordan Flowers of the Disclosure Foundation, who says the declassified documents back it up. Two men chasing the same answer from opposite directions ... and one host asking the question underneath it all: can we trust what our government tells us? Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. 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.

This past August, a multi-state settlement was announced, leaving Meta to pay billions of dollars to the 47 states involved. But not every state accepted Meta’s settlement. In fact, Florida Attorney General, James Uthmeier, outright rejected the settlement, and has refused to sign on. Attorney General Uthmeier has called the amount of the settlement, “peanuts” compared to the harm Meta's profit-driven addictive features have inflicted on children, and announced that he will see Meta in court to get the justice his state’s victims deserve. Dr. Phil sits down with Attorney General Uthmeier to learn more about he made the decision to reject the settlement. Dr. Phil will also discuss how Florida is working to protect children from the harmful effects of social media, including having passed the only outright age ban in the country. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil/ *Paid Partnership See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Christa Pike survived her own execution. Now Tennessee faces serious questions about what went wrong and whether the state can legally try again. Dr. Phil examines the botched execution, the possible medical failures, the constitutional protections against cruel and unusual punishment, and Governor Bill Lee’s decision to suspend Tennessee executions pending an independent investigation. Pike was convicted of the brutal 1995 murder of 19-year-old Colleen Slemmer. Her guilt is not in dispute. But Dr. Phil asks a fundamental question: Does the government have the right to carry out a death sentence if it cannot guarantee the execution will be conducted constitutionally? And at the center of this tragedy is Colleen’s mother, May Martinez, who waited more than three decades for justice only to witness an execution that raised more questions than answers. #ChristaPike #DrPhil #DeathPenalty #TrueCrime #ColleenSlemmer Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil/ *Paid Partnership See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kratom, nicknamed “gas station heroin,” is sold right next to energy drinks at convenience stores and vape shops across America. After two Ole Miss students were found dead near packages of synthetic kratom pills, Dr. Phil gives you the real story: what kratom is, why concentrated 7-OH and synthetic kratom products are so dangerous, and what every parent and college student needs to know. See my post on Cychlorphine: https://x.com/DrPhil/status/2102113761339273699 Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. Brought to you by 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.

A four-part special event where Dr. Phil pulls back the curtain on the online platforms designed to addict, manipulate, and endanger our children, told through the families who paid the price and the experts fighting in, and outside the courtroom, to finally make Big Tech answer for it. In each episode, Dr. Phil will teach parents how to protect their child from the online dangers these platforms have exposed them to. For the first time, Big Tech is losing. As the platforms land in the defendant's chair, the question shifts from "how do we cope" to "who pays." Learn how parents, survivors, and advocates are fighting back to protect children. Plus, an update that proves there is hope and a way back after social media victimizes a child. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A four-part special event where Dr. Phil pulls back the curtain on the online platforms designed to addict, manipulate, and endanger our children, told through the families who paid the price and the experts fighting in, and outside the courtroom, to finally make Big Tech answer for it. In each episode, Dr. Phil will teach parents how to protect their child from the online dangers these platforms have exposed them to. Predators sit behind keyboards shopping for your child in a store that never closes. Survivors and grieving parents expose the tactics predators use to groom children online, plus learn Dr. Phil gives parents the warning signs to look for. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ DeleteMe makes it quick, easy and safe to remove your personal data online: Join Now: https://JoinDeleteMe.Com/PHIL See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A four-part special event where Dr. Phil pulls back the curtain on the online platforms designed to addict, manipulate, and endanger our children, told through the families who paid the price and the experts fighting in, and outside the courtroom, to finally make Big Tech answer for it. In each episode, Dr. Phil will teach parents how to protect their child from the online dangers these platforms have exposed them to. The algorithm on social media is building a file on your child: what holds them, what hooks them, what keeps them from looking away. Families who nearly lost everything show how it hunts the most vulnerable, and Dr. Phil lays out the three rules of how it really works. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ DeleteMe makes it quick, easy and safe to remove your personal data online: Join Now: https://JoinDeleteMe.Com/PHIL This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A four-part special event where Dr. Phil pulls back the curtain on the online platforms designed to addict, manipulate, and endanger our children, told through the families who paid the price and the experts fighting in, and outside the courtroom, to finally make Big Tech answer for it. In each episode, Dr. Phil will teach parents how to protect their child from the online dangers these platforms have exposed them to. The harm isn't a glitch…it's the product working as designed. Families reveal how social media was engineered to addict children and keep parents locked out. Dr. Phil hands parents the checklist to see if their child is hooked. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ DeleteMe makes it quick, easy and safe to remove your personal data online: Join Now: https://JoinDeleteMe.Com/PHIL Brought to you by 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.

Why is Israel ranked the 8th happiest country in the world — despite war, October 7th, and rising antisemitism?In this Oct 7th Anniversary special, we reveal the secret to Israel's happiness in the 2025 World Happiness Report. Based on Gallup data since 2005, not a poll — Israel outranks dozens of peaceful nations. How? It's not about an easy life. It's about a meaningful life.We break down the 4 pillars of Israeli resilience: FAITH, FAMILY, PURPOSE, and EDUCATION — from Ha-Tikvah and high birth rates to Israelis flying home to serve, with insights from Gil Troy, Natan Sharansky, and Viktor Frankl.If you've ever wondered how people find hope, belonging and joy under pressure — this will change how you see happiness.👉 COMMENT: What gives YOUR life meaning right now? Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ The best way to spend your break? A game that's actually good for your brain. Try It Yourself: BingoBlitz.com - The #1 Online Bingo Game This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Phil speaks with Israeli passenger Yaniv Huyan about his quick thinking and courage that helped save Flight 1073 - and the moments that changed everyone on board. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Every major social media platform has made the same calculated bet: your child's safety is worth less than their bottom line. And not one of them moved until the lawsuits started hitting the stock price. Dr. Phil speaks with a special education teacher whose entire career was built on protecting children ... and who still couldn't protect her own daughter from a predator who found her through a popular gaming platform. Her attorney, one of the country's leading sexual abuse litigators, breaks down exactly how these platforms were designed to fail your kids. And a child safety advocate who has taken on Meta, Google, and Epic Games explains why this isn't one bad actor ... it's how the entire industry operates. If your child has a phone, a tablet, or access to any screen ...this episode is about your child. Tonight’s guests reveal the warning signs every parent needs to know, what to do if something has already happened, and why the only language these platforms have ever responded to is money. The courtrooms are catching up. But are they moving fast enough? https://www.envoytv.com/ This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. DeleteMe makes it quick, easy and safe to remove your personal data online: Join Now: https://JoinDeleteMe.Com/PHIL See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Phil is discussing a historic shift in education. Students across the country are being withdrawn from their public schools, and being homeschooled at rates reported to be 3 times higher than before the pandemic, with no slowing down. But an issue some are raising when it comes to homeschooling, is the concern that many states lack oversight, assessments, and regulations that could leave children vulnerable for neglect and abuse. Just this past year, the Connecticut Office of the Child Advocate filed a report that recommended tighter Connecticut state oversight for homeschoolers. The OCA claimed after conducting two investigations, they had serious concerns that some parents are taking advantage of what they claimed was Connecticut’s complete lack of oversight in order to isolate children and abuse them. Dr. Phil will speak Diane Connors who is the founder and co-president of the Connecticut Homeschool Network. Diane claims homeschooling is the safest place for children, and the OCA report is not transparent and is misleading to give law makers a reason to infringe on the parental rights of parents in how they educate their children. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil/ *Paid Partnership Brought to you by 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.

Dr Phil breaks down the rise of AI-generated faith, digital cults, and AI companions that don't just answer you — they mirror you. From chatbots that reinforce any belief to warnings about delusions, loneliness, and mental health, this is The Real Story behind worship in the age of artificial intelligence. What you'll hear: What Spiralism is and how an AI-generated religion signed up 10,000 followers How sycophantic chatbots create "hidden truths" by just agreeing with you What experts are warning about AI psychosis, spiritual delusions, and psychological harm Why loneliness and the search for meaning are driving AI worship and the future of religion If you've ever asked ChatGPT for spiritual advice, meaning-of-life answers, or prophecy — watch this first before you trust it as a prophet. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil/ *Paid Partnership See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Most parents believe sex trafficking happens somewhere else, to other families, other kids, in foreign places, or dark alleyways. That belief is exactly why it keeps happening. Tonight, a survivor whose trafficking began at just eight years old, while she was still living at home. No kidnapping. No running away. No warning signs anyone wanted to see. Her story exposes how exploitation can start quietly, embed itself in everyday life, and continue for years without being recognized for what it is. Also, joining the conversation is Nate Lewis, a survivor himself and founder of The Innocent, who works directly with law enforcement to stop trafficking before it escalates.Together, they dismantle the myths parents cling to, reveal where this crime actually hides, and explain why so many communities miss it, until it’s too late. This is not a story about “bad parents” or “bad kids.” It’s about access, blind spots, and a reality most families are dangerously unprepared to face. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil. *Paid Partnership 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. 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.

Two mothers who lost their children to filicide... and refused to let it be the end of the story. According to the FBI, approximately 500 children are killed by a parent every single year in the US. Nearly 10 a week. And most of the time, there were warning signs that courts and law enforcement ignored ... until it was too late. Hope Hooton warned family court repeatedly that her estranged husband was dangerous. The court still gave him unsupervised custody. In May 2024, he shot and killed their two children, 7-year-old Alec and 6-year-old Lydia, and turned the gun on himself. Hope responded by going to the Arizona State Capitol, and her bill, the Alec and Lydia Act, passed the House unanimously. Brandi Morey-Pols called law enforcement when her 6-year-old son Rowan didn't come home from a custody visit. She was told it was a civil matter. No Amber Alert. Three days later, Rowan and his father were found dead in a camper. She founded The Rowan Project and fought for the Rowan Act, expanding Amber Alert criteria in custody cases. Two women. Three dead children. One broken system, and the mothers who decided to fix it. May also bring in Judge Rosemarie Aquilina, who sees this pattern in her courtroom. CarShield 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. Call CarShield today: 1-800-588-8501 more info: https://carshield.com/ This episode is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil. *Paid Partnership See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Religious parents don't have to sit down and shut up. Dr. Phil explains the Supreme Court ruling that backs them. A Christian father is suing the Lake Washington School District in Washington State after it denied his religious opt-out request from LGBTQ lessons, Pride Month instruction, and pronoun requirements at Henry David Thoreau Elementary School. Dr. Phil breaks down the lawsuit, Alliance Defending Freedom's role, Washington's 2024 LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum law, the Supreme Court's 2025 Mahmoud v. Taylor ruling on parental rights and religious freedom, and the Religious Liberty Commission report on how parents can respond when a school says no. Know your rights, use your rights. This is The Real Story. This episode is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. CarShield 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.

Kary-Ann Parkinson let her 5-year-old son Sam walk half a mile alone to a pond in their Williamsburg, Virginia, gated community. Now she's a convicted criminal, placed on Virginia's Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry for 7 years for trusting her own kid. Dr. Phil breaks down the case, dividing parents: is this justice, or the criminalization of independence? Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil. *Paid Partnership This episode is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Beni Sabti lived under the Iranian regime—and risked everything to escape it. Now a leading Iran expert, he joins Dr. Phil to share what life is really like inside the country, why protests keep erupting, and whether the regime could fall in our lifetime. From nuclear threats to propaganda campaigns, Sabti breaks down what Americans need to know—and what could come next. This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. This episode is brought to you by: Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil. *Paid Partnership See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A family massacre. A teen charged. And ChatGPT, an alleged accomplice. A 17-year-old in Massachusetts is charged with murdering his mother and 14-year-old brother after investigators found he'd used ChatGPT to search "fantasy stories" about killing them. It's the 4th murder case now linked to AI chatbots. Is the technology to blame? We go back 50 years to teens blamed for murder over playing records backward to answer that question. Plus the warning signs every parent needs to see before it's too late. If you or someone you know is in crisis: call or text 988. This episode is brought to you by: Preserve Gold — call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. This episode is brought to you by: Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil. *Paid Partnership See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Phil sits down with neuroscientist and educator Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath for a wake‑up call every parent needs to hear. Across the country, kids are more distracted, more anxious, and less interested in school, even as classrooms fill up with laptops, tablets, and “learning” apps. Dr. Horvath issues a chilling warning: the very school devices families were promised would boost achievement may actually be quietly eroding children’s attention, memory, and motivation. He and Dr. Phil expose how classroom tech can blunt deep thinking, lower test scores, and reshape developing brains in ways most parents never see coming. In this urgent, brain-based conversation, Dr. Phil pushes for straight answers and simple, powerful steps parents can take right now—at home and at school—to protect their child’s focus, learning, and future before more damage is done. Brought to you by SleepCreme: The foundation of health begins with sleep. Claim your exclusive Dr. Phill offer here: https://sleepcreme.com/ Brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With their hands full grooming dogs and their phones ringing nonstop, the new owners of an established dog-grooming business turn to HighLevel and Dr. Phil for help attracting new customers and keeping their growing business on track. Learn how to build a business that serves your life, not one that consumes it. 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. 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.

Another Epic UAP Failure. Dr. Phil breaks down why 93% of Americans have no official way to report a UFO/UAP sighting. Thousands of civilian UAP reports sit untouched while the government turns a blind eye. In today's Real Story, Dr. Phil exposes the broken UAP reporting system: no public reporting channel through AARO or PURSUE, 1,855 "Tier One" credible UFO sightings sitting in NUFORC's database, and two former U.S. presidents (Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan) who saw UFOs with nowhere to report them. Brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. Brought to you by 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.

She wasn't just a country legend — she was family we never met. Dolly Parton's passing revealed a real psychological phenomenon: parasocial grief, the one-sided bond that makes losing a stranger feel like losing a loved one. From the wildfire relief fund she launched in 48 hours, to the Imagination Library that's put hundreds of millions of free books in kids' hands, to a million-dollar check written out of her own pocket after Hurricane Helene — Dolly proved family isn't about blood, it's about who shows up. This is The Real Story on why the world grieved her like kin. 💔🎶 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

21 days of testimony. Seven days deadlocked. And the Lindsey Clancy jury still couldn't agree. Everyone's got an opinion on this case. But Dr. Phil says most people watching had no idea what the jury was actually deciding. He breaks down the real legal test, why 11 of 12 jurors sided with her, and how "hired gun" witnesses turn tragedies like this into a battle of the experts. But here's what should actually scare you: postpartum psychosis. Not depression. Not the baby blues. A psychiatric emergency that can hit a new mother — and Dr. Phil lays out the exact warning signs before it's too late. He also connects it to a chilling case in Illinois that suggests this story may already be repeating itself. *Brought to you by Preserve Gold — call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide.* See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stop kidding ourselves. Iran's terrorist regime has hated America from day one — and the past is the clearest proof of what's coming next. 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.com Sponsored by 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.

October 7, 2023 was the deadliest day for Jewish people since the Holocaust. Nearly three years later, survivors are still fighting to be believed. Nova Music Festival survivor Noa Beer escaped a terrorist ambush, pulled wounded strangers into her car, and received a chilling voice note during the attack itself. Now she joins Dr. Phil to respond directly to a mainstream media report that reignited a firestorm over media accountability, antisemitism, and whose trauma gets believed. 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.com Sponsored 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.

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.com 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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Phil discusses the dangerous and deadly national takeover trend that thousands of teens and young adults are participating in throughout small towns, and big cities, across the country. A trend that is being promoted on social media and results in hundreds of minors and young adults taking over streets, beaches, parks, malls, and even abandoned properties. Dr. Phil sits down with parents, Terri and Ivan, who say they had never heard the words "Teen Takeover," until it was too late. Tragically, their beautiful and loving 17-year-old daughter, Ali, lost her life after being shot while caught in the middle of crossfire, at a teen takeover party she was attending. Dr. Phil will also speak with Volusia County Sheriff, Michael Chitwood, who has vowed to go after the promoters of these takeovers, as well as Polk County Sheriff, Grady Judd, who has not minced words when it comes to holding parents civilly and possibly criminally accountable for their teen’s takeover behavior. 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.com Sponsored 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.

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.com Sponsored 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. But one year prior to Jeffs apprehension, Dr. Phil received a guest submission that introduced him to 2 teenage girls, both named Fawn, who claimed to escape the religious sect. At just 16 years old, both girls, in the middle of the night, claimed they ran away from their families who were embedded in the FLDS community. Both Fawns claimed that if they hadn’t escaped, they would have been forced to become teenage brides to older men, and immediately begin having children. But although they were safe, both teenage girls admitted were feeling pulled to return home. Today, Dr. Phil speaks with one of the Fawns, now almost 40 years old, to see how she is doing over 2 decades after their first meeting. Plus, Fawn was only 18 years old when Dr. Phil first met her, now she has an 18-year-old daughter of her own, find out how she feels about her mother's inspiring story of survival. 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.com Sponsored 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.com Sponsored 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.

Is holding your child back a grade really the key to gaining an edge in youth sports? Dr. Phil examines the growing trend of “reclassing,” where parents delay a child’s academic progression in hopes of creating a competitive athletic advantage. With NIL deals and direct college payments dramatically increasing the financial stakes of amateur sports, Dr. Phil explains why more families may be tempted to view an extra year as an investment in their child’s future. But for most young athletes, he argues the potential academic, emotional, social, and financial costs can outweigh the benefits. The goal should not be athletic status at any cost. It should be raising confident, healthy kids whose happiness and self-worth are bigger than the scoreboard. Thank you to our sponsors: 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.com Sponsored 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.com Here's my take: mindless scrolling is a habit. BINGO is a lifestyle. Time to upgrade. Download Bingo Blitz” https://bingoblitz.onelink.me/789120864/vxx2327 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Phil discusses how young adults, specifically teens, are being targeted online by sophisticated predators who work to entice victims into sharing explicit photos or video of themselves, and once the content is sent, the second part of the plan ensues and the threats begin … it’s called Sextortion. The sextortionist will threaten to share the images everywhere if the victim doesn’t comply with their demands which can include sending more images, money, and sometimes convincing victims to commit sadistic acts, self-harm and even suicide. Dr. Phil sits down Adam, a devoted and caring father who says he had never heard of the word Sextortion, until it was too late. Tragically, only 7 months ago, Adam’s 15-year-old son Bryce, a remarkable young man, with an unbelievably close relationship with both of his parents, ended his life, less than three hours after being contacted by on an online predator. 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.com Sponsored 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 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.com Sponsored 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.

Everyone knows the Idaho murders. Tonight, you meet Kaylee's mother. Kristi Goncalves is the one who got the knock on the door ... the one who asked the deputy if the other girl was Maddie, her daughter's best friend. Tonight, she tells her story in her own voice: the online trolls who wounded her most, the plea deal her family fought, and the moment she looked her daughter's killer in the eye and told him hell would be waiting. But this isn't only a story about loss ... it's about what she built from it. In her darkest days, a stranger started sending her cards, one mom to another. Out of that friendship, Kristi and retired cop Tracie Brocco ... two women who've never met in person ... created Murder Has a Name, funding the same DNA technology that caught Kaylee's killer for the cold cases that can't afford it. Because as Kristi says: "Getting that name ... this is who did this to your child ... it's everything.” For more information about The Kaylee Goncalves Foundation & Murder Has a Name: https://www.murderhasaname.com/ 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.com 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.

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.com 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.

David Grusch stunned the world when he testified under oath that the U.S. government has recovered what he says is craft of "non-human origin." But behind the headlines is a human story. Dr. Phil talks with the intelligence officer turned whistleblower to explore the courage, the cost, and the psychology of a man who lit his own life on fire to tell the truth. Sponsored by: Get up to $20,000 in FREE Gold & Silver with a qualified purchase. Text ASKPHIL to 50505 or visit https://DrPhilgold.com 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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.