The Dr. Phil Podcast

Dr. Phil meets two mothers, Suzie and Deana, who say they have struggled with obesity until the miracle GLP-1 shot helped them to lose weight. Now they want their teens, 14 year old Jeremiah and 16 year old Demi, to do the same. Should children be on the GLP-1 drug for weight loss?  Gynecologist Dr. Jaime Seeman says absolutely not.  Plus, body positivity activist, Virgie Tovar says teens on weight loss drugs are more likely to develop an eating disorder.  Thank you to our sponsors:Dr. Phil's "Mental Health Moments" in this episode are brought to you by Michaels®, your destination for everything to create anything. Preserve Gold: 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.  

Dr. Phil sits down with bestselling author and clinical psychologist, Dr. Jordan B. Peterson, to discuss his latest book, "We Who Wrestle with God, Perceptions of the Divine." Dr. Peterson discusses how he guides readers through the ancient, foundational stories of the Western world, all while analyzing the Biblical accounts of rebellion, sacrifice, suffering, and triumph that stabilize, inspire, and unite us culturally and psychologically. Find out why Dr. Peterson believes this book can truly change people’s lives. Thank you to our sponsors:Beam: Visit https://ShopBeam.com/DrPhil  and use code DRPHIL for up to 40% off. Tax Network USA: Visit https://TNUSA.com/DRPHIL or call 1-800-958-1000. Dr. Phil's "Mental Health Moments" in this episode are brought to you by Michaels®, your destination for everything to create anything.  

Dr. Phil is taken by NYC Mayor Eric Adams on an evening tour of the Herald Square and West 4th Street subway stations, where Hizzoner and McGraw explore the mayor’s PATH initiative, which provides resources to assist homeless and mentally ill individuals in leaving the streets. Dr. Phil and the Mayor, along with his dedicated response team, the NYPD and the initiative’s Sr. Advisor, also travel on the subway and to various locations to highlight the problem New York City is facing and how they’re attempting to fix it. The PATH initiative combines homelessness outreach professionals and law-enforcement. Follow along as they show how they have helped more than 1500 on house New Yorkers in the subway system and connected almost half of them to vital services. Thank you to our sponsors: Beam: Visit https://ShopBeam.com/DrPhil  and use code DRPHIL for up to 40% off. Tax Network USA: Visit https://TNUSA.com/DRPHIL or call 1-800-958-1000. Dr. Phil's "Mental Health Moments" in this episode are brought to you by Michaels®, your destination for everything to create anything. Greenlight: Visit https://greenlight.com —it’s the easy, convenient way for parents to raise financially smart kids and families to navigate life, together.     

Dr. Phil embarks on a critical journey to the Arizona-Mexico border, accompanied by newly appointed Border Czar Tom Homan. This visit comes as part of Dr. Phil's ongoing series exploring the realities and challenges of the southern border. Dr. Phil and Homan travel to the unfinished Arizona border wall where they meet up with the VP of the National Border Patrol Council, Art Del Cueto and discuss the crucial importance of collaboration between the federal government and state authorities. Homan also meets with key figures such as Cochise County Sheriff Mark Dannels, Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb, and other members of the National Sheriffs' Association. The discussion centers around Homan's plans to address the border crisis, particularly in Arizona, where border crimes have significantly increased the workload for local law enforcement. Homan, with over 30 years of experience in immigration enforcement, including his tenure as acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), shares insights into President-elect Donald Trump's agenda for illegal immigration and deportations. The episode sheds light on the staggering statistics of illegal crossings in Arizona, where local ranchers have reported hundreds of thousands of migrants trespassing on their properties. The visit underscores the urgency of the situation and why having a seasoned expert like Homan at the helm is seen as a positive step by local law enforcement. Through candid conversations and on-the-ground observations, Dr. Phil and Homan provide a comprehensive look at the challenges and potential solutions to the border crisis, setting the stage for a new era of cooperation and action in addressing one of America's most pressing issues. Thank you to our sponsors:**Tax Network USA: Visit https://TNUSA.com/DRPHIL  or call 1-800-958-1000. **Jase Medical: Jase: com | https://jase.com  | Promo Code: PHIL **Dr. Phil's "Mental Health Moments" in this episode are brought to you by Michaels®, your destination for everything to create anything. **Preserve Gold: 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. **Greenlight: Visit https://greenlight.com —it’s the easy, convenient way for parents to raise financially smart kids and families to navigate life, together. 

Dr. Phil sits down with Hizzoner at the mayor’s historic residence, Gracie Mansion. The conversation covers critical topics, including Mayor Adams’ indictment, immigration challenges, and his efforts to address homelessness. In a candid exchange, McGraw asks Adams, “You’ve been indicted as a sitting mayor by a grand jury. Why do you think that happened?” Mayor Adams, replies that he believes it stems from him being vocal “during the migrants and asylum seekers issue.” “The only consolation to this,” Adams continues, “is that mommy’s not alive. I would not want my mother to watch me go through this.” Thank you to our sponsors: Jase Medical: Jase: com | https://jase.com | Promo Code: PHIL Beam: Visit https://ShopBeam.com/DrPhil and use code DRPHIL for up to 40% off. Dr. Phil's "Mental Health Moments" in this episode are brought to you by Michaels®, your destination for everything to create anything.

With the election behind us, are we on a path to unity or stuck in the “Great Divide”? A Harris Poll found 77% of adults stressed about the nation's future. Tonight, we explore this divide—from secession talks to family conflicts—and how we can work to bridge it. Now that we have the Presidential election behind us… Do you think we are on a path to unity OR are we stuck in the “Great Divide”? The Harris Poll conducted a survey for the American Psychological Association right before the election. Of the adults they questioned, 77% said that the future of our nation was a significant source of stress in their lives. That’s a lot of stress! Tonight, a look at the “great divide” that we ALL need to work on closing – from those who want their states to secede to those who struggle with family conflict. Thank you to our sponsors:Jase Medical: https://jase.com | Promo Code: PHIL Tax Network USA: Visit https://TNUSA.com/DRPHIL or call 1-800-958-1000. Cozy Earth: https://cozyearth.com/PHIL | Code: PHIL for up to 40% off. Preserve Gold: 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.

Are DEI initiatives the path to leveling the playing field, or have they become the very embodiment of the "reverse racism" they sought to eliminate? Critics argue that DEI policies are the Trojan horse of modern society, sneaking in new forms of discrimination under the guise of equality. As lawsuits pile up and the Supreme Court strikes down these initiatives, white men in particular are increasingly vocal about their fears. Many feel that DEI has made them targets, and that their opportunities are being stripped away to satisfy diversity quotas. What is really happening? We explore DEI and its effects across society. Thank you to our sponsors: Jase Medical: https://Jase.com  | Code: PHIL Beam: Visit https://ShopBeam.com/DrPhil  | Code: DRPHIL    

Gen Z are growing increasingly disillusioned and pessimistic about the state of the world around them. A major multi-country study found that over 50% of young people believe that humanity is doomed. Gen Z or “Generation Doomer” witnessed the hope of obtaining their parents' and grandparents' American Dream lifestyles disappear after reaching adulthood. No wonder young people are angry, despondent, and hopeless. Young generations are cynical about their careers, the climate crisis, economic stability, interpersonal relationships, and the inability of their governments to govern effectively. Young professionals decry they work twice as hard as boomers and receive none of the benefits. Doomers aren’t even trying to hit milestones like homeownership- instead they’re doom-spending on outlandish travel and luxury goods. Many Doomers say they not only have no hope for the future- they can’t stop doom-scrolling about all of the atrocities in the world, creating a vicious cycle of emptiness.  On the other hand, futurists say we’ve faced eras of mass critical stress several times and humans have always evolved, adapted, and survived. For all we know, our lives in the future could be beyond our wildest dreams. The question we’re asking tonight is- are these Doomers just contributing to their own plight and downfall? Thank you to our sponsors:Cozy Earth: Visit https://CozyEarth.com/PHIL | for 40% off use code: PHIL Beam: Visit https://ShopBeam.com/DrPhil | Code: DRPHIL  

Dr. Phil takes the incoming “Border Czar” Tom Homan to the Arizona Border. Trump recently appointed Tom Homan as our “Border Czar” to help implement his vision on fixing our border crisis. Homan has over 30 yrs of experience in immigration enforcement, having served in various capacities, including as a police officer, Border Patrol agent, and acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) under Trump from January 2017 to June 2018. He also gained recognition for overseeing record deportations during the Obama administration, earning the Presidential Rank Award for his service. Dr. Phil takes Homan for the first time to see the Oletski Border Center in Arizona and to see a portion of the unfinished border wall. Homan meets with several sheriffs eager to hear how he plans on fixing the border plus talks to a rancher who says his property has caught 500,000 illegal migrants trespassing.  Thank you to our sponsors: Beam: Visit https://ShopBeam.com/DrPhil  | Code: DRPHIL Cozy Earth: Visit https://CozyEarth.com/PHIL  | for 40% off use code: PHIL  

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Tom Homan, the newly appointed border czar under President Trump, about his extensive experience in law enforcement and immigration enforcement over three decades. They dive into the political motivations behind border policies, the operational control of cartels, and the multifaceted challenges to border security, including terrorism risks and the humanitarian plight of migrants. Homan’s perspectives—to many, controversial—connect deeply with his long-standing commitment to enforcing immigration laws, as well as his emotional investments in preventing human suffering. The discussion captures a complex narrative of national security, politics, and humanitarian ethics, contributing to ongoing debates around U.S. border policy and enforcement. Dr. Phil supports Homan’s dedication, applauding his transparency and the humanitarian concern for those affected by illegal border crossings. Throughout, the emphasis remains on securing borders to protect American citizens and migrants from harm. Whether you agree with his methods or not, there's no denying that Tom is a key player in the ongoing debate over border security. Thank you to our sponsors: Beam: Visit https://ShopBeam.com/DrPhil  | Code: DRPHIL Cozy Earth: Visit https://CozyEarth.com/PHIL  | For 40% off use code: PHIL Preserve Gold: Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim an exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today.