

The Dr. Phil Podcast
Dr. Phil McGraw
Welcome to The Dr. Phil Podcast, where Dr. Phil McGraw delivers unfiltered, powerful insights and practical tools to help you navigate today's complex world. Each week, join Dr. Phil as he sits down with captivating guests, from world-renowned experts and celebrities to individuals with extraordinary stories. Topics span relationships, parenting, career, mental health, and community, with every episode crafted to spark conversation, empathy, and personal growth.
As part of our feed, get daily access to The Real Story with Dr. Phil. No spin. No BS. Just the truth. Also, Dr. Phil Primetime where Dr. Phil fearlessly takes on the nation's most urgent issues, from parental rights and education to the fentanyl crisis and homelessness. No topic is too sensitive, and no opinion is left out as Dr. Phil strives to bridge divides and do what's right.
Tune in, follow, and subscribe to The Dr. Phil Podcast for daily episodes, all designed to inspire thought, transformation, and positive action.
As part of our feed, get daily access to The Real Story with Dr. Phil. No spin. No BS. Just the truth. Also, Dr. Phil Primetime where Dr. Phil fearlessly takes on the nation's most urgent issues, from parental rights and education to the fentanyl crisis and homelessness. No topic is too sensitive, and no opinion is left out as Dr. Phil strives to bridge divides and do what's right.
Tune in, follow, and subscribe to The Dr. Phil Podcast for daily episodes, all designed to inspire thought, transformation, and positive action.
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Dec 11, 2025 • 36min
Stop Lying to Yourself: The Stories That Keep You Stuck
Dr. Phil walks you through a five-step plan to rewrite your life story, heal old wounds, and finally live from the truth not the trauma.In this episode, Dr. Phil takes you step by step through a powerful five-part action plan to stop letting one painful event run your entire life. First, you’ll isolate a single target event that has shaped how you see yourself and the world. Then you’ll audit your internal responses—blame, self-talk, labels, and the “tapes” that still play in your head. DPM shows you how to test those beliefs for authenticity, replace destructive fiction with Authentically Accurate Alternatives, and identify your Minimal Effective Response the smallest real action that brings emotional closure. By the end, you’ll have a concrete process to stop reliving the same chapter and start writing a new one on purpose.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 10, 2025 • 41min
Brian Urlacher: The Mind Behind the Monster of the Midway
Brian Urlacher is one of the greatest linebackers in NFL history, a fierce competitor, a Chicago icon, and a first-ballot Hall of Famer. But behind the fame and ferocity is a deeper psychological story. Today, Dr. Phil talks with the man behind the pads to uncover how a childhood marked by instability, a hardworking mother, and a dedicated stepfather shaped the drive that made him great. Urlacher opens up about being overlooked as a young athlete, transforming rejection into fuel, and the leadership mindset that made him the heart of the Chicago Bears.Connect with Brian:Website: https://urlacher54.com/ X: @BUrlacher54 https://x.com/BUrlacher54?lang=en/ Insta: @54urlacher https://www.instagram.com/54urlacher/FB: @OfficialBrianUrlacher https://www.facebook.com/OfficialBrianUrlacher/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 9, 2025 • 18min
It's Only A Game! Three Parental Breakdowns You Need To See To Believe
Youth sports used to be simple: Kids play, parents clap, everybody gets pizza.The Real Story… today, the sidelines are starting to feel less like Little League and more like an episode of COPS.This episode is brought to you by BIOptimizers | Magnesium Breakthrough: Visit: https://bioptimizers.com/drphil Promo Code: DrPhil for 15% off and 25% off during black Friday. Stronger, longer, better life.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 6, 2025 • 19min
Look Fly When You’re Flying and Stop Being an Idiot
Is flying still special, or has it turned into a fashion free-for-all? The DOT's campaign urging passengers to 'dress with respect' sparks debates about our flying attire. Phil explores why proper dress might lead to better behavior and discusses the backlash from social media. He balances airline accountability with personal responsibility, addressing incidents of inappropriate clothing. Plus, he emphasizes the importance of collective etiquette in tight spaces and warns of the serious consequences of midflight aggression. Strap in for an engaging chat about civility in the skies!

Dec 4, 2025 • 16min
Dr Phil's Simple Personality Hack To Change Your Life
Dive into the intriguing world of self-discovery! Learn how truly knowing yourself can lead to real change. Discover the OCEAN personality model and how traits like openness and extraversion can impact your life. Phil shares eye-opening research linking personality traits to success in grades and income. Plus, unveil the powerful secret: being a good listener can transform your relationships. Tune in to explore how deliberate changes can lead to a better you!

Dec 4, 2025 • 39min
Chase Hughes Reveals How to Reclaim Your Mind
Chase Hughes, a behavioral expert specializing in influence and psychological programming, joins Dr. Phil to explore reclaiming autonomy from media manipulation. They discuss how unconscious programming affects decisions and the need to make it conscious for freedom. Chase emphasizes escaping echo chambers and embracing opposing views to foster critical thinking. He introduces a family 'Pledge' to resist online labeling and promotes empathy over ideology. The duo also examines the dangers of political violence normalization and the importance of prioritizing human connection over divisive labels.

Dec 2, 2025 • 20min
Dr. Phil's Surprising Advice To Survive The Holiday Season
My dad used to say: "The holidays are when we feel obligated to spend too much time, in too small a space, with people we don't really know… and spend money on things nobody needs." That's because holiday magic has nothing to do with perfection and everything to do with expectation management. You have my permission to simplify. Let go of the holiday in your head and enjoy the one happening in front of you. This episode is brought to you by BIOptimizers | Magnesium Breakthrough: Visit: https://bioptimizers.com/drphil Promo Code: DrPhil for 15% off and 25% off during black Friday. Stronger, longer, better life.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 26, 2025 • 13min
Giving Thanks For Living In The World's Greatest Country
Am I the only one with a splitting headache, hearing over and over how awful it is to live in the United States? Enough of that nonsense. This Thanksgiving, let's give thanks for all the amazing freedoms America affords us every day. God bless America. And God bless all of us on this wonderful holiday. Happy Thanksgiving! This episode is brought to you by BIOptimizers | Magnesium Breakthrough: Visit: https://bioptimizers.com/drphil Promo Code: DrPhil for 15% off and 25% off during black Friday. Stronger, longer, better life. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 26, 2025 • 47min
How They Control Your Mind: Hidden PsyOps Shaping America
Part 1: After Charlie Kirk's assassination shocks the nation, a powerful disinformation machine unleashes a wave of hate, conspiracies, and manufactured outrage. If you've ever wondered why the country feels more divided, more angry, and more easily manipulated, this episode will change the way you understand modern influence. Behavior science expert Chase Hughes joins Dr. Phil for a powerful breakdown of how modern Americans are being conditioned psychologically, neurologically, and emotionally by systems designed to divide and control. Drawing from the same behavioral frameworks he teaches to elite military units and intelligence operatives, Chase explains how outrage, tribal identity, and manufactured division are not political accidents but psychological operations rooted in decades of influence research. Dr. Phil unpacks the neurology behind these tactics how the amygdala, reward centers, and subcortical systems are hijacked by media, algorithms, and curated conflict. Together, they trace the evolution of mass manipulation from early propaganda and MKUltra to Operation Mockingbird and today's algorithm-driven radicalization loops. This episode is brought to you by BIOptimizers | Magnesium Breakthrough: Visit: https://bioptimizers.com/drphil Promo Code: DrPhil for 15% off and 25% off during black Friday. Stronger, longer, better life. This episode is brought to you by Sambrosa Night Syrup: Visit https://sambrosa.com/ and use code DRPHIL for 25% off your first order. With a 90 day guarantee, there's no reason for you not to get the help you need.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 25, 2025 • 19min
Why "Velcro Kids" Are Taking Over
Love isn't about holding on forever; it's about raising them strong enough to leave… and sure enough to come back. This episode is brought to you by BIOptimizers | Magnesium Breakthrough: Visit: https://bioptimizers.com/drphil Promo Code: DrPhil for 15% off and 25% off during black Friday. Stronger, longer, better life. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


