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Law professor and media analyst Jonathan Turley joins Dr. Phil to unpack the legal, cultural, and personal consequences of rage-fueled censorship in America. What happens when society treats words like weapons? Dr. Phil sits down with law professor and First Amendment advocate Jonathan Turley to unpack why free speech is under fire—from the courtroom to the classroom to your screen. They explore how anger has become addictive, how censorship masks itself as virtue, and what's at stake when we stop allowing disagreement. Whether you're raising a college kid, following high-profile trials, or just trying to stay sane online, this episode cuts through the noise with clarity, law, and a call to rethink the way we engage. If you care about honest conversations and what's left of civil discourse, don't miss it.  This episode is brought to you by Home Title Lock: Go to https://hometitlelock.com/drphil  and use promo code PHIL to get a FREE title history report and a FREE TRIAL of their Triple Lock Protection! For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty  This episode is brought to you by  Beam: Visit https://shopbeam.com/DRPHIL and use code DRPHIL to get an exclusive discount of up to 40% off! Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ Website: https://www.drphilpodcast.com    

A teen was stabbed through the heart at a high school track meet and died in the arms of his twin brother. A confession was immediate. But it's what happened after that has everyone talking. Today, the Real Story… This episode is brought to you by Preserve Gold: Get your FREE precious metals guide. Visit https://drphilgold.com/ to claim your free guide. They have hundreds of 5-star reviews and millions of dollars in trusted transactions. As a bonus, you can get up to $15,000 with a qualified purchase from Preserve Gold. With price assurance, you can ensure you receive the best value. Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX  Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ Website: https://www.drphilpodcast.com

What does it really mean to be independent? Do we take it for granted, because we don't want to take risk? Dr. Phil asks how you - how we as a nat- truly exercise our independence, and if we living our lives to the fullest. This episode is brought to you by Preserve Gold, visit https://drphilgold.com  to claim your free guide. They have hundreds of 5-star reviews and millions of dollars in trusted transactions. As a bonus, you can get up to $15,000 with a qualified purchase from Preserve Gold. With price assurance, you can ensure you receive the best value.So don't wait. Visit https://drphilgold.com today!  Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n    Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX     Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ Website: https://www.drphilpodcast.com    

Hell, hath no fury than the woke left finding a new celebrity to cancel. This episode is brought to you by Preserve Gold, visit https://drphilgold.com to claim your free guide. They have hundreds of 5-star reviews and millions of dollars in trusted transactions.  As a bonus, you can get up to $15,000 with a qualified purchase from Preserve Gold. With price assurance, you can ensure you receive the best value.So don't wait. Visit https://drphilgold.com today!  Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n    Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX     Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ Website: https://www.drphilpodcast.com   

Montana Tucker sits down with Dr. Phil for a conversation about activism, resilience, and the power of storytelling. She opens up about her documentary The Children of October 7, Hollywood's reluctance to speak up about antisemitism, and how young generations are shaping the narrative. Through dance, social media, and personal testimonies, she's bringing awareness to the issues many hesitate to confront.  In This Episode:*The reality behind antisemitism and hate speech *The trauma survivors and children are still facing *Why Holocaust education is essential *The role of social media in fighting denial *Montana's mission to keep these voices alive Watch the full documentary: Children of October 7 now streaming globally on Paramount+ Stream this episode FREE: Merit+ App, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube  “The Children of October 7” Footage: Courtesy: Paramount+ | MTV Documentary Films | Kastina Communications Montana Tucker: Instagram: https://instagram.com/montanatucker/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@montanatucker/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/montanatucker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MontanaTucker/  Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share:YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n    Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX     Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ Website: https://www.drphilpodcast.com  This episode is brought to you by Preserve Gold: Get your FREE precious metals guide. Visit https://drphilgold.com/  to claim your free guide. They have hundreds of 5-star reviews and millions of dollars in trusted transactions. As a bonus, you can get up to $15,000 with a qualified purchase from Preserve Gold. With price assurance, you can ensure you receive the best value.  #HolocaustEducation #Antisemitism #October7 #HollywoodSilence #Resilience  

Caitlin Clark is the greatest things to ever happen to the NBA. But instead of being thankful, opposing players have taken cheap shots on the court and now, off the court, ranking Clark the 9th best guard in the league. Fortunately, her loyal teammate Sophie Cunningham, repeatedly has Clark's back. Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share:YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n/    Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX/      Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ/    Website: https://www.drphilpodcast.com/  This episode is brought to you by Preserve Gold: Get your FREE precious metals guide. Visit https://drphilgold.com/  to claim your free guide. They have hundreds of 5-star reviews and millions of dollars in trusted transactions. As a bonus, you can get up to $15,000 with a qualified purchase from Preserve Gold. With price assurance, you can ensure you receive the best value. 

Artificial Intelligence isn't coming — it's already here. And it's not just changing how we live… It's starting to redefine what it means to be human. Dr. Phil discusses how AI is already fundamentally changing civilization as we know it and what to expect in the near future. First, Dr. Phil interviews 21-year-old AI CEO's Roy Lee and Neel Shanmugam who both left Columbia University to create software that allows anyone to cheat on their computer by being fed information from anything from job interviews to everyday conversations. They say they think people should use AI to “cheat” on everything, and if you don't, you will be left behind. Then, AI Safety Researcher, Dr. Roman Yampolskiy, explains why it's essential for the survival of humanity that we put safety protocols in place. Later, Dr. Phil is joined by CEO and Founder of AI company First Movers, Dr. Julia McCoy – and her clone - who explain why AI will give us infinite opportunities and is nothing to fear. Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share:YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n/    Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX/      Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ/    Website: https://www.drphilpodcast.com/  This episode is brought to you by Preserve Gold: Get your FREE precious metals guide. Visit https://drphilgold.com/  to claim your free guide. They have hundreds of 5-star reviews and millions of dollars in trusted transactions. As a bonus, you can get up to $15,000 with a qualified purchase from Preserve Gold. With price assurance, you can ensure you receive the best value. 

With the 4th of July fast approaching, it's the most patriotic time of the year. But let me tell you the Real Story about a Democratic congresswoman who is anything but patriotic - she's blatantly un-American. This episode is brought to you by Preserve Gold: Get your FREE precious metals guide. Visit https://drphilgold.com/  to claim your free guide. They have hundreds of 5-star reviews and millions of dollars in trusted transactions. As a bonus, you can get up to $15,000 with a qualified purchase from Preserve Gold. With price assurance, you can ensure you receive the best value. 

They say no one leaves paradise — but they haven't looked at California lately. California has the beaches, the sunshine, and the red tape. Texas has no income tax, booming jobs, and a working blueprint for the American Dream. Today on The Real Story: Why we made the move — and why businesses like Tesla, Oracle, Realtor.com, and John Paul Mitchell are doing the same. Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n/  Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX/  Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ/   Thank you to our sponsors! Beam: Visit https://shopbeam.com/DRPHIL/  and use code DRPHIL to get an exclusive discount of up to 40% off! Home Title Lock: Go to https://hometitlelock.com/drphil/ and use promo code PHIL to get a FREE title history report and a FREE TRIAL of their Triple Lock Protection! For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty 

In this episode, we explore the unpredictable nature of grief and the absence of a "right" way to navigate it. When a young wife and mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, she and her husband made the courageous decision to document their journey. Their deeply moving videos—shared openly on social media—have resonated with millions, offering a raw and powerful glimpse into love, loss, and the enduring human spirit.   Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n/  Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX/  Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ/   Thank you to our sponsors! Beam: Visit https://shopbeam.com/DRPHIL/ and use code DRPHIL to get an exclusive discount of up to 40% off! Home Title Lock: Go to https://hometitlelock.com/drphil/ and use promo code PHIL to get a FREE title history report and a FREE TRIAL of their Triple Lock Protection! For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty 

Young men wanting to be muscle influencers but using performance enhancement drugs say they are suffering from “bigorexia” or muscle dysmorphia.  Is social media to blame?    According to a recent study from the Center for Countering Digital Hate, there have been 420 million views of videos on Tik Tok pushing steroids to teens.   Some experts say that trend is creating young men to develop "bigorexia," or muscle dysmorphia. Senior anchor for News on Merit Street investigates on how easy it is for teens to order illegal performance enhancement drugs online. Ryan says he was able to get these drugs online when he started bodybuilding to follow in his father, Shawn's, footsteps.  He started posting his journey online and developed a huge following.  At just 16 years old, Ryan says his muscle gains plateaued.  So he found another way to get to superhero status until he went blind.  Plus, we meet Colton who says he's using steroids now and looking to launch himself to internet stardom at whatever cost. But his fiancée Alex says she wants Colton to stop using steroids because it turns him into an angry person full of rage.  And Callum Hood, head researcher at the Center for Countering Digital Hate, tells Dr. Phil about the study he led focusing on how Tik Tok videos promote steroid-like drugs.   And Dr. Thomas O'Connor is a board-certified doctor of internal medicine and professor at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. He's also known as the “Anabolic Doc” who knows firsthand what it's like to be addicted to performance enhancement drugs.    Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n/ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX/ Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ/ Thank you to our sponsors: Home Title Lock: Go to https://hometitlelock.com/drphil/ and use promo code PHIL to get a FREE title history report and a FREE TRIAL of their Triple Lock Protection! For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty Beam: Visit https://shopbeam.com/DRPHIL/ and use code DRPHIL to get an exclusive discount of up to 40% off!

Dr. Phil examines how parental secrecy guidelines and laws affect American families. Aurora Regino is a plaintiff in a lawsuit alleging staff at the Chico Unified School District violated her rights when they secretly transitioned her 11-year-old daughter in the 5th grade. Aurora, joined by her attorney Josh Dixon from the Center for American Liberty, claim she signed a permission slip to allow her daughter to take an arts and crafts class, unaware she was meeting with a school counselor who was helping her transition to become a boy. Later, Dr. Phil is joined by Founder of Trans Student Educational Resources, Eli Erlich, and Education Advocate, Maud Maron who discuss whether or not children should have privacy when exploring their gender identity and sexuality at school.   Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n/    Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX/      Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ/    Website: https://www.drphilpodcast.com/  A Special Thanks To Our Sponsors! Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/ Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today. Balance of Nature: Visit: https://balanceofnature.com/ or call 1.800.246.8751 and get this special offer by using Discount Code: “DRPHIL”. Get a FREE Fiber & Spice supplement, plus 35% OFF your first preferred set as a new Preferred Customer, with free shipping and our money-back guarantee. Start your journey with Balance of Nature. Jase Medical: Get emergency antibiotics at https://Jase.com/  & use code PHIL for a discount

Today's Real Story is how so many on the left would rather see Trump fail than prevent a terrorist regime from starting a nuclear war.   These so-called journalists are rooting for mission failure and against a ceasefire just to prove Trump wrong.  One bumbling analyst even argued that Iranians don't really mean it when they say “Death to America.”

What does it take to make a movie about one of America's most controversial presidents in an industry that didn't want it made? In this behind-the-scenes exclusive, Dr. Phil sits down with film producer and author Mark Joseph to discuss his new memoir "Making REAGAN" and unpack the untold journey behind the making of "Reagan" the movie, starring Dennis Quaid. From unreliable financiers and COVID shutdowns to navigating deep political divides and fraudsters who nearly tanked the project, Joseph shares the personal and professional chaos that came with telling Reagan's story truthfully. He talks candidly about why Quaid was the only actor who could pull it off, how real-life Cold War threats inspired fictional KGB characters, and why Reagan's flaws were the key to humanizing him on screen. Tune in and find out: Why Hollywood tried to bury the film—and how it survived. What Reagan's son and inner circle really thought of the final cut. How personal loss, timing, and emotional maturity shaped Quaid's performance. The business of biopics—and how to spot a fraud in the film industry. Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n/    | Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX/    | Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ/   | Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/4jTlCe6/   | Website: https://www.drphilpodcast.com/ Thank you to our sponsors:  Jase Medical: Get emergency antibiotics at https://Jase.com/   & use code PHIL for a discount. Balance of Nature: Visit: https://balanceofnature.com/  or call 1.800.246.8751 and get this special offer by using Discount Code: “DRPHIL”. Get a FREE Fiber & Spice supplement, plus 35% OFF your first preferred set as a new Preferred Customer, with free shipping and our money-back guarantee. Start your journey with Balance of Nature.

They're not lurking in alleyways or behind bushes—they're already inside your home, online. Half a million predators are online at any one time, stalking, grooming, waiting. They speak emoji. They know your child's favorite games, shows, and apps. And they're not looking for just any kid. They're looking for yours. This episode it brought to you by Jase Medical: Go to https://Jase.com/ and enter code PHIL at checkout. Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n/    | Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX/    | Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ/   | Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/4jTlCe6/   | Website: https://www.drphilpodcast.com/ 

Dr. Phil explores the growing trend of young adults choosing to live with their parents—and the social consequences that come with it. He talks with a 24-year-old woman who defends living rent-free with her mother and a mother who believes sharing her home with her adult daughter sets her up for future success. The debate escalates when Dr. Phil brings in renowned podcaster Jennifer Cohen, who argues that parents who house their grown children may be holding them back from becoming capable, resilient adults. Later, a 27-year-old woman opens up about never having left home and reveals how the idea of venturing out alone triggers crippling anxiety. Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n/   | Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX/   | Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ/  | Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/4jTlCe6/  | Website: https://www.drphilpodcast.com/   Thank you to our sponsors: Jase Medical: Get emergency antibiotics at https://Jase.com/  & use code PHIL for a discount Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/  Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today.

Forget the kid swiping candy. This is organized, high-stakes theft costing retailers $45 billion a year. Serial shoplifters hitting Ulta for $80K. Cartels cleaning out Walmart shelves across states. A professional thief tells us how it works—and why some now justify it as “social justice.”From beauty heists to Whole Foods raids, this isn't petty crime—it's a nationwide epidemic hiding in plain sight. This is The Real Story. Thank you to our sponsor! Balance of Nature: Visit: https://balanceofnature.com/ or call 1.800.246.8751 and get this special offer by using Discount Code: “DRPHIL”. Get a FREE Fiber & Spice supplement, plus 35% OFF your first preferred set as a new Preferred Customer, with free shipping and our money-back guarantee. Start your journey with Balance of Nature.

Dr. Phil continues his exploration of the controversial issue of Medical Aid in Dying, in which a competent adult with a terminal illness receives a prescription for self-administered medication to end their life—legal in only 11 parts of the country. He speaks with Jessica Scarcella-Spanton, New York State Senator for the 23rd District, who says she fights to make Medical Aid in Dying legal in her state. He also speaks with Kim Callinan, President and CEO of Compassion and Choices, an organization dedicated to advocating for end-of-life options and helping implement medical aid in dying laws nationwide. The debate intensifies when Dr. Phil introduces Brian Johnston, author of Death As A Salesman: What's Wrong With Assisted Suicide, who argues that Medical Aid in Dying does not help, but rather facilitates the suicide of vulnerable adults. Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n/  | Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX  | Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ | Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/4jTlCe6/ | Website: https://www.drphilpodcast.com/  Thank you to our sponsors! Balance of Nature: Visit: https://balanceofnature.com/  or call 1.800.246.8751 and get this special offer by using Discount Code: “DRPHIL”. Get a FREE Fiber & Spice supplement, plus 35% OFF your first preferred set as a new Preferred Customer, with free shipping and our money-back guarantee. Start your journey with Balance of Nature. Cozy Earth: https://www.CozyEarth.com/PHIL/  | Use code PHIL for up to 40% off!  Jase Medical: Get emergency antibiotics at https://Jase.com/  & use code PHIL for a discount.    

Democrats… Once the Party of the People… now the Party of Hamas, Hate, and Waste? Free speech crushed. Violence cheered. Law enforcement smeared. Even Democrats are sounding the alarm. It's time to blow it up—and build it back into something sane, lawful, and American. This is The Real Story.

Dr. Phil takes on the controversial issue of Medical Aid in Dying, in which a competent adult with a terminal illness receives a prescription for self-administered medication to end their life—currently legal in only 11 parts of the country. He speaks with Meg, a 47-year-old woman living with chronic pain from a permanent spinal cord injury. Because she doesn't qualify under existing laws, Meg shares her decision to medically end her life at a facility in Switzerland. Dr. Phil also hears from Meg's best friend, Kelly, who insists on being by Meg's side during her final moments. Plus, Dr. Phil meets Daren and Amy, parents who watched their vibrant 24-year-old daughter—a gifted ballet dancer—receive a terminal cancer diagnosis and endure unbearable pain. They say she wanted to pursue Medical Aid in Dying, but because it was illegal in their state, they were forced to watch her suffer until the end. Subscribe | Rate | Review | Share: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n/  | Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jVk6rX  | Spotify: https://bit.ly/4n6PCVZ | Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/4jTlCe6/ | Website: https://www.drphilpodcast.com/  Thank you to our sponsors!Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/ Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today. Balance of Nature: Visit: https://balanceofnature.com/  or call 1.800.246.8751 and get this special offer by using Discount Code: “DRPHIL”. Get a FREE Fiber & Spice supplement, plus 35% OFF your first preferred set as a new Preferred Customer, with free shipping and our money-back guarantee. Start your journey with Balance of Nature.      Sambrosa: go to https://Sambrosa.com/  and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order.

Can you believe this? In today's system, someone working full-time can take home less than someone doing nothing at all. Trump's Big, Beautiful Bill says: ENOUGH! This isn't punishment—it's about bringing back dignity, motivation, and basic fairness.  This is The Real Story. Thank you to our sponsor!Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/ Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts.Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today.

In a time of escalating antisemitic hate across the U.S. and around the world, New York City takes a bold step: Mayor Eric Adams formally adopts the IHRA (International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance) definition of antisemitism and urges the City Council to codify it into law. On this special Dr. Phil Primetime event, we confront the uncomfortable reality: Jewish families are being targeted, students are being harassed, and silence has become complicity. From the frontlines of campus chaos to city halls and synagogues, Dr. Phil and Mayor Adams bring together victims, advocates, and leaders to ask: Is America finally ready to define—and fight—antisemitism? Or are we watching history repeat itself in real time? Thank you to our sponsors: Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/  Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today. Balance of Nature: Visit: https://balanceofnature.com/ or call 1.800.246.8751 and get this special offer by using Discount Code: “DRPHIL”. Get a FREE Fiber & Spice supplement, plus 35% OFF your first preferred set as a new Preferred Customer, with free shipping and our money-back guarantee. Start your journey with Balance of Nature. Cozy Earth: https://www.CozyEarth.com/PHIL/  Use code PHIL for up to 40% off! 

Satanic displays at Christmas. Black Masses inside statehouses. Inverted pentagrams across from nativity scenes. This isn't art—it's a mockery of faith, a provocation hiding behind the First Amendment. And it's spreading. This is The Real Story. This episode is brought to you by Preserve Gold. Visit: https://drphilgold.com/  Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today.

Joel Lambert knows survival isn't just about gear—it's about mindset. As a former Navy SEAL and escape and evasion expert, he's faced life-or-death situations that demand absolute focus. Dr. Phil sits down with Joel to break down the psychology behind fear, decision-making under pressure, and how mental toughness plays a role in everyday life. Joel also shares insights from A Navy SEAL's Bug-In Guide, revealing how to prepare for disaster without losing control. Whether it's a battlefield or personal crisis, survival starts in the mind, and Dr. Phil uncovers how we can all apply these lessons to our own challenges. A big thank you to our sponsors for helping to make this episode happen! Cozy Earth: https://www.CozyEarth.com/PHIL/ | Use code PHIL for up to 40% off!  Balance of Nature: Visit: https://balanceofnature.com/ or call 1.800.246.8751 and get this special offer by using Discount Code: “DRPHIL”. Get a FREE Fiber & Spice supplement, plus 35% OFF your first preferred set as a new Preferred Customer, with free shipping and our money-back guarantee. Start your journey with Balance of Nature. Jase Medical: Get emergency antibiotics at https://Jase.com/  & use code PHIL for a discount.  

She was the world's #1… until she wasn't. From screaming mid-match to blaming the wind — Aryna Sabalenka's French Open meltdown left fans stunned and furious. Was it pressure? Was it pride? Or was it just pure emotional chaos on the biggest stage in tennis? This isn't just about losing — it's about losing control. This episode is brought to you by Cozy Earth: https://www.CozyEarth.com/PHIL/  | Use code PHIL for up to 40% off! 

Dr. Phil investigates the controversial case of Michael McMahon, a former police sergeant turned private investigator, now convicted of acting as an unregistered foreign agent. His wife, Emmy award-winning actress Martha Byrne, says the real story isn't about espionage—it's about government overreach and a justice system that turned her husband into a scapegoat. Congressman Pete Sessions, who reviewed the case and co-signed a letter to the judge, says Michael is innocent. And retired FBI agent Kevin Hecht, a Chinese counterintelligence expert, believes the government got it wrong. As Michael prepares to enter federal prison, Dr. Phil asks: Is this what justice looks like—or is there something far more dangerous at play? This episode is brought to you by: Balance of Nature: Visit: https://balanceofnature.com/ or call 1.800.246.8751 and get this special offer by using Discount Code: “DRPHIL”. Get a FREE Fiber & Spice supplement, plus 35% OFF your first preferred set as a new Preferred Customer, with free shipping and our money-back guarantee. Start your journey with Balance of Nature!   Jase Medical: Get emergency antibiotics at https://Jase.com/  & use code PHIL for a discount      Sambrosa: go to https://Sambrosa.com/ and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order.

New York Mayoral candidate Adrienne Adams is promising another “guaranteed income” program,  monthly checks—no work, no expectations, just free money. Similar programs are spreading fast from coast to coast. No question, giving someone a boost in their time of need can be a great thing. But handouts with no strings don't lift people. They hold them down. This is The Real Story. This episode is brought to you by Balance of Nature: Visit: https://balanceofnature.com/ or call 1.800.246.8751 and get this special offer by using Discount Code: “DRPHIL”. Get a FREE Fiber & Spice supplement, plus 35% OFF your first preferred set as a new Preferred Customer, with free shipping and our money-back guarantee. Start your journey with Balance of Nature!  

What does it really take to keep America's biggest city from falling into chaos? Dr. Phil sits down with New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Kaz Daughtry for a no-holds-barred conversation about juvenile gangs, violent crime, and a justice system that's letting criminals walk free. But it doesn't stop there — they tackle the disturbing rise in antisemitism, from attacks on Jewish residents to hate-filled rhetoric on college campuses. With over 90,000 ghost cars and 20,000 illegal guns taken off the streets, this is a battle to save the soul of a city. Mayor Adams says, “This is Gotham… we need to be Batman.” Because if New York falls, what happens to the rest of the country? Special thanks to our sponsors! Support the brands that support us! Visit them and let them know we sent you: Ready to give MASA a try? Go to https://MASAChips.com/MERIT/ and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order. That's MASAChips.com/MERIT, and code MERIT for 25% off your first order Jase Medical: Get emergency antibiotics at https://Jase.com/  & use code PHIL for a discount.

Brian Wilson gave us Good Vibrations, Surfin' U.S.A., and the soundtrack to summer itself. But behind the Beach Boys legend was a man fighting demons most of us can't imagine—hallucinations, trauma, addiction, and mental illness. He didn't quit. He turned pain into purpose, and failure into brilliance. This is The Real Story of Brian Wilson.

Dr. Phil and Border Czar Tom Homan break down a major LA raid targeting cartel-linked businesses, sparking protests and debate.      They discuss a major multi-agency operation in Los Angeles targeting criminal enterprises in the garment industry. Homan explains how ICE, DEA, FBI, IRS, and other agencies collaborated to serve search warrants, uncovering $80 million in undeclared imports, $17 million in unpaid tariffs, and arresting 41 undocumented immigrants. The operation, part of a larger investigation into money laundering and cartel activity, sparked intense protests and clashes outside targeted businesses. Homan discusses the challenges of balancing law enforcement with public outcry, the new zero-tolerance policy for interference, and the importance of transparency about the broader criminal context of these actions. Special thanks to our sponsors! Support the brands that support us! Visit them and let them know we sent you: Get a FREE precious metals guide today! Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/  Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold. Jase Medical: Get emergency antibiotics at https://Jase.com/  & use code PHIL for a discount.

FBI. ATF. IRS. U.S. Marshals. A federal judge. This wasn't a rogue ICE operation—it was a takedown of a $95 million criminal ring. Counterfeits, illegal labor, tax fraud. The media left all that out. Dr. Phil has The Real Story.

Dr. Phil talks with Tom Homan about how strong leadership and tough enforcement are delivering historic border security and saving lives.         In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Phil welcomes Tom Homan, former Acting ICE Director and current White House Border Czar, for an unfiltered conversation about America's evolving approach to border security and immigration enforcement. Homan shares how, under his leadership and with strong support from President Trump, the U.S. achieved historic reductions in illegal border crossings—securing the southern border faster than anyone thought possible. He explains the smart, effective strategies now being used to target public safety and national security threats, while also offering humane solutions for those seeking to self-deport. With firsthand stories and clear-eyed analysis, Homan lays out why enforcing immigration laws is not only about upholding the rule of law, but also about saving lives, protecting vulnerable migrants from cartels, and honoring those who pursue legal pathways. Dr. Phil challenges and explores these tough issues, giving viewers a front-row seat to the real impacts—and real leadership—behind today's border policy. Special thanks to our sponsors! Support the brands that support us! Visit them and let them know we sent you:   Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/  or Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today.   Ready to give MASA a try? Go to https://MASAChips.com/MERIT/ and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order. That's MASAChips.com/MERIT, and code MERIT for 25% off your first order

Masked mobs. Burning cars. Media gaslighting. Dr. Phil returns to The Real Story with the most jaw-dropping footage yet—while legacy media tellsl you it's all just a “celebration.” See what they won't show you. Hear what they won't say. And decide for yourself. Are these protests—or anarchy by design? This is The Real Story —and it's blistering. Special thanks to our sponsor! Support the brands that support us! Visit them and let them know we sent you: Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/  Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today.

For two decades, Mike Baker operated in the shadows as a covert CIA operative, tracking global threats and gathering intelligence. Now, he's laying out the stark realities of modern espionage and national security—starting with China's long-game strategy to reshape the world order. Mike explains how intellectual property theft, infrastructure infiltration, and cyber warfare are being used to erode American influence. Dr. Phil presses Mike on the vulnerabilities most Americans don't realize exist—from power grids to data security—while exploring how businesses must rethink risk mitigation beyond traditional security measures. They break down the psychological tactics used in intelligence operations, the intersection of espionage and business strategy, and why critical thinking and preparedness are America's best line of defense. This episode isn't about fear—it's about awareness. Understanding these silent threats is the first step in protecting the future. Special thanks to our sponsors! Support the brands that support us! Visit them and let them know we sent you: Ready to give MASA a try? Go to MASAChips.com/MERIT and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order. Sambrosa: go to https://Sambrosa.com/ and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order.  

Tariffs up? Trump gets blasted. Tariffs paused? He still gets blasted. The media's not covering trade — they're selling outrage. ‘TACO' may be a cute meme… but is it costing us the truth?That's The Real Story. Thank you to our sponsor: Ready to give MASA a try? Go to https://MASAChips.com/MERIT/ and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order. That's MASAChips.com/MERIT, and code MERIT for 25% off your first order.

As some hostages, return, others remain in the shadow – Dr. Phil continues the urgent conversation with families still waiting for their loved ones to come home.  In this powerful Part 2 episode, Dr. Phil returns to the human cost of October 7th Hamas attacks with families still trapped in the agony of uncertainty. Keith Siegel, once held hostage, shares emotional memories with Lishay, the wife of fellow captive Omri Miran, who remains in Gaza. Illay David opens up about his brother Evyatar's abduction form the Nova music festival – still no word, no return. And Bar Godard shares her heartbreaking story: both her parents were murdered, and her father's body is still being held by Hamas. #BringThemHomeNow Thank you to our sponsors: Go to https://hometitlelock.com/drphil/  and use promo code PHIL to get a FREE title history report so you can find out if you're already a victim AND 14 days of protection for FREE! And make sure to check out the Million Dollar TripleLock protection details when you get there! Exclusions apply. For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty/  Jase Medical: Get emergency antibiotics at https://Jase.com/  & use code PHIL for a discount      Sambrosa: go to https://Sambrosa.com/ and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order.

Caps off. Mics on. From anti-Israel rants to political meltdowns — graduation speeches are turning into activist auditions. What happened to celebrating the class, the achievement, the milestone… instead of hijacking the moment?

Dr. Phil sits down with hostages taken by Hamas – Aviva & Keith Siegel for a harrowing account of survival, captivity, and the fight to reclaim life after terror.         On October 7th, 2023, Hamas terrorists stormed into Israel, kidnapping civilians taking them into Gaza. Among those captured were American Israeli Keith Siegel, his wife Aviva and Omri Miran whose peaceful morning turned into a living nightmare. In this gripping and emotional episode, Dr. Phil sits down with the survivors and Lishay Lavi Miran, the wife of Omri who is still in captivity for an unflinching look at what happened that day – the trauma that lingers and the fight to bring all the hostages home. #BringThemHomeNow   Thank you to our sponsors: Beam: Visit https://shopbeam.com/DRPHIL/ and use code DRPHIL to get our exclusive discount of up to 40% off. Cozy Earth: Cozy Earth makes comfort that lasts—and this Father's Day, he deserves it. Go to https://cozyearth.com/PHIL/  for up to 40% off all men's apparel. MASA Chips: Visit: https://MASAChips.com/MERIT/  and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order.   Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/   Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today. MASA Chips: Visit: https://MASAChips.com/MERIT/  and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order.      Sambrosa: go to https://Sambrosa.com/  and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order.

MN Gov Tim Walz at it again. He says: “Bully the s*** out of Trump.” The crowd cheers. But in a nation where bullied kids are dying — What are we rewarding? What are we becoming? That's The Real Story.

An in-depth discussion about why many Americans find using violence to solve political and societal issues justified.    It's been reported that the United States is seeing a sustained surge of political violence, including physical violence and vandalism against political leaders, federal judges, public officials, and those with an opposing ideology. But what may be most surprising is that many Americans find using violence to solve political and societal issues understandable and justified. In fact, Dr. Phil will speak with, Daisy, who is someone who claims not only can political violence sometimes be necessary for change, it can also be a logical response when people feel powerless. Dr. Phil will also speak with Paige, a young student who claims the alleged assault she endured at the hands of another student on her college campus was politically motivated. Plus, Dr. Phil will speak Kathy, a 70-year-old woman, who says her life changed forever when she claims a teenage boy physically attacked her while at a peaceful demonstration last year. Find out why Kathy says that alleged physical attack has kept her from participating in any type of activism. Thank you to our sponsors! Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/  Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today.   MASA Chips: Visit: https://MASAChips.com/MERIT/ and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order.   Balance of Nature: Visit: https://balanceofnature.com/  or call 1.800.246.8751 and get this special offer by using Discount Code: “DRPHIL”. Get a FREE Fiber & Spice supplement, plus 35% OFF your first preferred set as a new Preferred Customer, with free shipping and our money-back guarantee. Start your journey with Balance of Nature.   Sambrosa Night Syrup: Go to: https://sambrosa.com/ and use code "MERIT: For 25% off your first order. Wake up rested and invigorated!

The U.S. just fell behind Venezuela in global free speech rankings — and in Maine, lawmakers and parents are being punished for saying what most Americans are thinking. Welcome to the new America — where the “wrong” opinion can cost you your voice, your vote, or your reputation.

Why are so many boys falling behind—and what's driving them into the darkest corners of the internet? As girls continue to outperform boys in school and college, a growing number of young men are slipping through the cracks—struggling with loneliness, identity, and emotional isolation. Rachel, a single mom, shares how her 11-year-old son was pulled into red-pill ideology by online influencers. Gabriel, a former incel, reveals how rejection and bullying led him to embrace “looksmaxxing,” while "John Doe", a current incel, says he feels invisible and hopeless. Doctoral Researcher of Evolutionary Psychology at the University of Texas, Austin, William Costello, who has interviewed more than 150 incels, says we must look beyond stigma and start addressing the root causes. Dr. Phil breaks down the toxic online culture shaping this generation—and what parents must do now to pull their sons back from the edge.   Thank you to our sponsors! MASA Chips: Visit: https://MASAChips.com/MERIT/  and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order.   Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/   Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today.   Jase Medical: Get emergency antibiotics at https://Jase.com/  & use code PHIL for a discount   Sombrosa: Visit now: https://sambrosa.com/ and use code "MERIT" for 25% off your first order! Wake up rested and invigorated! 

An attempted massacre at a Colorado Jewish center leaves a community shaken and a nation on edge. Dr. Phil unpacks the chilling details—from the attacker's manifesto to the missed warning signs. Survivors, experts, and Jewish leaders speak out on the rise of antisemitism—and what must change. #DrPhil #TheRealStory #ColoradoShooting #Antisemitism #HateCrimes #JewishCommunity #SynagogueAttack 

Bestselling author and journalist Douglas Murray joins Dr. Phil for a fearless deep dive into the ideological battles defining today's geopolitical crises. From Hamas' invasion on October 7th to the rise of anti-Israel sentiment in Western institutions, Murray dismantles the narratives fueling the global debate. How does legacy media shape public perception? Why are Hollywood and Jewish leaders hesitant to speak out? And what does Gaza's military infrastructure reveal about Hamas' strategy? This conversation isn't just about the Middle East—it's about the crisis facing Western democracies, the erosion of resilience, and the fight for heroism in an age of indoctrination. This episode challenges the narratives shaping today's conflicts—will you rethink what you've been told?” More about Douglas Murray: Author of 8 books, including On Democracies and Death Cults: Israel and the Future of Civilization (2025), The War on the West (2022), The Madness of Crowds (2019), and The Strange Death of Europe: Immigration, Identity, Islam (2017). He has been a contributor to Spectator since 2000 and associate editor since 2012. He is a columnist at the New York Post and regularly writes for the Telegraph and the Sun. Mr. Murray is also a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and contributing editor of City Journal. https://douglasmurray.net/  Thank you to our sponsors: Jase Medical: Get emergency antibiotics at https://Jase.com/  & use code PHIL for a discount Echo Water: Find your flow state. Visit https://echowater.com/PHIL/ & Use code PHIL for 10% off. Balance of Nature: Visit: https://balanceofnature.com/  or call 1.800.246.8751 and get this special offer by using Discount Code: “DRPHIL”. Get a FREE Fiber & Spice supplement, plus 35% OFF your first preferred set as a new Preferred Customer, with free shipping and our money-back guarantee. Start your journey with Balance of Nature. Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/  Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today. Ready to give MASA a try? Go to https://MASAChips.com/MERIT/  and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order.

Trump renamed the Gulf of Mexico. The left lost its mind. But when they rename military bases, sports teams, and pancake syrup — it's called “justice.” Dr. Phil breaks down the absurd double standard: why it's OK to erase Aunt Jemima or Fort Bragg, but offensive to rename a body of water. From “birthing people” to “The Chicks,” this isn't about names — it's about power. Who gets to define reality... and who gets canceled for even asking? America's identity is being rewritten. Let's talk about who's holding the pen.

A Texas surgeon reveals himself as the whistleblower who outed one of America's biggest children's hospitals for allegedly preforming secret gender surgeries on minors.       Tune in as Texas surgeon exposes one of the biggest children's hospitals in the country for allegedly preforming secret illegal gender surgeries on minors. Should children who identify as Trans have the right to decide for themselves and their bodies what treatment to seek? Are these laws protecting youth, or harming them? Trans activists and members of the trans community say these procedures are lifesaving and the bans will have a terrifying effect on the mental health of trans youth.  Special thanks to our sponsors! Support the brands that support us! Visit them and let them know we sent you: Jase Medical: Get emergency antibiotics at https://Jase.com/   & use code PHIL for a discount Ready to give MASA a try? Go to https://MASAChips.com/MERIT/   and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order. Balance of Nature: Visit: https://balanceofnature.com/  or call 1.800.246.8751 and get this special offer by using Discount Code: “DRPHIL”. Get a FREE Fiber & Spice supplement, plus 35% OFF your first preferred set as a new Preferred Customer, with free shipping and our money-back guarantee. Start your journey with Balance of Nature. Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/   Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today.

Cruises used to be luxury getaways. Now? They're making headlines for alcohol-fueled fights, viral brawls, and lifetime bans. Dr. Phil dives into disturbing new trends: violence at sea, alcohol overload, and the breakdown of public behavior—from the high seas to 30,000 feet in the air. Is this about cruise ships—or something deeper happening in our culture? This is The Real Story.

Actors from the biopic “Reagan” talk about their time on set and their thoughts on todays' political climate.       Dr. Phil meets with actors Dennis Quaid, Penelope Ann Miller and Jennifer O'Neill to talk about their upcoming film, “Reagan” and what it means to be releasing the film during an election year, drawing contrasts between Reagan's presidency and today. Then, watch them test their Ronal Reagan knowledge against two unlikely presidential experts, 11-year-old Ben and 14-year-old Reed.   Special thanks to our sponsors! Support the brands that support us! Visit them and let them know we sent you: Echo Water: Find your flow state. Visit https://echowater.com/PHIL/ & Use code PHIL for 10% off   Ready to give MASA a try? Go to https://MASAChips.com/MERIT/  and use code MERIT for 25% off your first order.   Go to https://hometitlelock.com/drphil and use promo code PHIL to get a FREE title history report so you can find out if you're already a victim AND 14 days of protection for FREE! And make sure to check out the Million Dollar TripleLock protection details when you get there! Exclusions apply. For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty   Balance of Nature: Go to https://balanceofnature.com/  or call 1.800.246.8751 and get this special offer by using Discount Code: “DRPHIL”. Get a FREE Fiber & Spice supplement, plus 35% OFF your first preferred set as a new Preferred Customer, with free shipping and our money-back guarantee. Start your journey with Balance of Nature. Preserve Gold: Visit: https://drphilgold.com/    Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today.

A viral TikTok divorce. A hit reality show. And a culture that's glamorizing “soft swinging” and open marriage. Dr. Phil digs into The Real Story behind HULU's The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives — and the dangerous cultural shift it reveals. What used to be private, sacred, and stabilizing is now public, performative, and disposable. From consensual non-monogamy to “tradwife” rebranding, this isn't just entertainment — it's a warning. Because if marriage loses its meaning, what do we pass on to the next generation?

Why are so many families breaking apart—and is social media making it even harder to heal?         Across America, parent-child estrangement is on the rise, with nearly one in four adults now cut off from a close family member. Laura, a single mom known online as "Doormat Mom," shares how her youngest daughter walked away after building a new life overseas. Kristen, a licensed therapist, explains why she chose to go "no contact" with her own mother—and why she believes not every relationship should be saved. April, a mother of four, opens up about losing her daughter to a cycle of hurt she says started long before her time, while her mother, Karen, says the blame being thrown at her is both unfair and incomplete. Dr. Phil breaks down the shifting cultural norms, the toxic messages spreading on social media, and the hard conversations families must have if they want to find their way home again. Special thanks to our sponsors! Support the brands that support us! Visit them and let them know we sent you: Preserve Gold: Go to: https://drphilgold.com/   Get a FREE precious metals guide that contains essential information on how to help protect your accounts. Text “DRPHIL” to 50505 to claim this exclusive offer from Preserve Gold today.   Go to https://hometitlelock.com/drphil/  and use promo code PHIL to get a FREE title history report so you can find out if you're already a victim AND 14 days of protection for FREE! And make sure to check out the Million Dollar TripleLock protection details when you get there! Exclusions apply. For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warranty    Jase Medical: Get emergency antibiotics at https://Jase.com/  & use code PHIL for a discount.   Ready to give MASA a try? Go to: https://MASAChips.com/MERIT/ and use code "MERIT" for 25% off your first order.     Balance of Nature: Go to https://balanceofnature.com/  or call 1.800.246.8751 and get this special offer by using Discount Code: “DRPHIL”. Get a FREE Fiber & Spice supplement, plus 35% OFF your first preferred set as a new Preferred Customer, with free shipping and our money-back guarantee. Start your journey with Balance of Nature.

Toxic metals in snacks. “Healthy” foods packed with sugar. Baby food lawsuits. Dr. Phil exposes the dark truth behind food marketing — and what families can do to protect themselves. This isn't just fraud. It's manipulation. This is The Real Story.