Dr. Phil
Dr. Phillip C. McGraw's show draws on his 25 years of experience in psychology, sociology and observation. Beginning his TV career as the resident expert on human behavior on Oprah Winfrey's daily talk show, Dr. Phil continues to deal with real issues in his blunt style.
- 2002-2024
- 21 seasons
- CBS Broadcasting
- Drama, Talk & Interview
- TV-14
Dr. Phillip C. McGraw's show draws on his 25 years of experience in psychology, sociology and observation. Beginning his TV career as the resident expert on human behavior on Oprah Winfrey's daily talk show, Dr. Phil continues to deal with real issues in his blunt style.
Season 20 Episode Guide
158 Episodes 2021 - 2022
Episode 1
Murder in Mexico? Exclusive: Firefighter's Wife Claims He Was Murdered
Mon, Sep 13, 2021 42 mins
Authorities in Cancun, Mexico, say that vacationer Elijah Snow's death was an accident, but in an exclusive interview, wife Janie reveals the evidence she says suggests that he was brutally killed;
Episode 2
The Untold Story of "Dirty John" Meehan's First Wife
Tue, Sep 14, 2021 42 mins
Tonia Bales (podcast "The First Wife: John Meehan's Reign of Terror") is joined by his second wife, Debra Newell (book "Surviving Dirty John: My True Story of Love, Lies, and Murder") and her daughter Terra Newell, who fatally stabbed him in self-defense;
Episode 3
In Love or in Denial?
Wed, Sep 15, 2021 42 mins
Fran says that she's in love with a man that she has never met and hopes to prove to everyone that not only is their love real, but that he is real, too; her siblings say that he is only in the "relationship" for the money --- Fran has sent him over $30,000;
Episode 4
My Husband's Cheating Went Viral
Thu, Sep 16, 2021 42 mins
When Joanna posted an emotional video online about uncovering her husband James' infidelity, she never imagined it would go viral; he says that he is willing to do anything to avoid losing his family; his former hairstylist creates more drama;
Episode 5
The Husband, the Wife, and the Mistress
Fri, Sep 17, 2021 42 mins
Jenaye meets the woman with whom her husband, James, cheated on their fifth wedding anniversary; Chelsey says that she believes that she has done nothing wrong -- and that she, too, is a victim;
Episode 6
Missing "Van Life" Woman's Father Speaks Out: The Dr.
Mon, Sep 20, 2021 42 mins
In July, 2021, 22-year-old Gabby Petito sets off from Florida, on a cross-country van trip with her fiance Brian Laundrie, but two months later, he returned alone; her desperate father, Joe Petito, pleads for answers about the missing young woman;
Episode 7
Beauty and the Boxer
Tue, Sep 21, 2021 42 mins
Brian "The Bull" Barbosa, the two-time interim World Middleweight boxing champion, admits that there is something seriously wrong with his brain; Dr. Phil reveals the results of a state of the art brain scan that he set up for Brian to take;
Episode 8
Van Life to Vanished: Inside Gabby Petito's Disappearance
Wed, Sep 22, 2021 42 mins
What 22-year-old "Van Life" blogger Gabby Petito's final videos reveal about what might have happened to her; police release body cam footage of distraught Gabby crying about an altercation, with her fiance, in the days before she disappeared;
Episode 9
Battles of a Bulimic Cook
Thu, Sep 23, 2021 42 mins
Dustin and his family say that he's tried everything to recover from his eating disorder, but nothing has worked;
Episode 10
Flightmares
Fri, Sep 24, 2021 42 mins
Dr. Phil meets with airline passengers, who filmed what became viral videos of physical altercations, verbal abuse, and "entitled" behavior; two people, who were kicked off of their flights, have blame their flight attendants' "abuse of power";
Episode 11
"Post Malone" Love Story or Scam?
Mon, Sep 27, 2021 42 mins
Megan and Brandy say that their 69-year-old grandmother, Gail, is being catfished by a scammer, who is posing as musical artist Post Malone, and they are worried for her safety and mental health; Gail wants to prove that the relationship is real;
Episode 12
My Boyfriend Is Stalking Me!
Tue, Sep 28, 2021 42 mins
Sabrina says that she has a relentless, obsessed stalker, who monitors her every move -- her boyfriend of six years, Harold; he says that he has no choice but to stalk her because she's become "untrustworthy" ever since her "Brazilian butt-lift" surgery;
Episode 13
My Mother, the Ex-Madam
Wed, Sep 29, 2021 42 mins
Emily says that her childhood was full of dysfunction because her mother, Linda, lived a double life as a suburban housewife and a drug addicted "madam", who oversaw two brothels that serviced rich and powerful men;
Episode 14
Mexico Plastic Surgery Meltdown
Thu, Sep 30, 2021 42 mins
Samantha says that her mini gastric bypass surgery in Tijuana, Mexico went terribly wrong, and when she wanted to leave the hospital, her husband, Josh, stood by and would not help her leave --- and now her fears are tearing apart her already fractured family;
Episode 15
Old, Bold, and Breaking the Mold
Fri, Oct 1, 2021 42 mins
Former guest Lydia, 80, aka "Glamma", meets three wealthy eligible bachelors, who each take her on a date; Annie, 82, is a social media influencer with more than 250,000 followers; Ernestine, an 85-year-old bodybuilder, trains clients half each age;
Episode 16
Come Clean to Get Clean
Mon, Oct 4, 2021 42 mins
Kelli, 32, says that she has been to multiple drug and alcohol detox and rehab centers but that she can't stay clean; her mother says that it's because Kelli refuses to face her traumas, and that they are keeping her stuck in her addictions;
Episode 17
Gabby Petito Family Speaks Out: A Dr. Phil Exclusive - Part 1
Tue, Oct 5, 2021 42 mins
Gabby Petito's parents are all interviewed together, for the first time, since the 22-year-old "Van Life" vlogger's body was discovered in Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming, as the manhunt for her fiance, Brian Laundrie, continues nationwide;
Episode 18
Gabby's Parents Come Together - Part 2
Wed, Oct 6, 2021 42 mins
Gabby Petito's parents tell where they believe that Brian Laundrie may be hiding and what they hope happens to him, if he was involved in Gabby's death; their reaction to the latest developments in their daughter's case;
Episode 19
Last Ditch Attempt to Save My Daughter
Thu, Oct 7, 2021 42 mins
Dr. Phil welcomes back previous guest Heather and her daughter, Marissa, who is rebelling in dangerous ways, and reads a chilling text exchange, in which Marissa says that she has attempted to kill her mother;
Episode 20
Broken Ties and Financial Lies
Fri, Oct 8, 2021 42 mins
Susan says that her daughter, Emma, has always had a troubled life of drugs and abuse and that things took a turn for the worse, when Emma's fiance died of an overdose, leaving her alone with her two children;
Episode 21
Murder in the Suburbs - Part 1
Mon, Oct 11, 2021 42 mins
A jury convicted Chris of murdering his wife and three young children, and he is now serving four life sentences; his parents, Gail and Pierre, sit down for their first TV interview with Dr. Phil to tell him why they believe that their son is innocent;
Episode 22
Murder in the Suburbs: Inside the SUV - Part 2
Tue, Oct 12, 2021 42 mins
Chris Vaughn's parents say that they believe that he is innocent of committing the murders of their three grandchildren and daughter-in-law; a private investigator hopes to get him out of prison; the attorney who fought to put him behind bars;
Episode 23
My Little 9-Year-Old Terror
Wed, Oct 13, 2021 42 mins
Michelle says that her 9-year-old son, Raymond, has screamed, cursed, and punched others, since the age of 3 --- and recently gave his grandmother a black eye; family members want to know if his issues are real or if he's just choosing to act out;
Episode 24
Stop My Brother's Idiocy
Thu, Oct 14, 2021 42 mins
Carlea says that her brother, Jay, is an egotistical, untruthful narcissist who physically abused his baby mama, Cassie, and that her nephew deserves a better father;
Episode 25
Exclusive: Finding Missing Mom Andrea Knabel
Fri, Oct 15, 2021 42 mins
On August 13, 2019, 37-year-old Andrea Knabel, an outgoing and devoted mother of two, who had volunteered for a group that helps find missing people, disappeared; it turns out that Andrea was hiding several secrets about her risky behavior;
Episode 26
Mom, Divorce Your Husband Now!
Mon, Oct 18, 2021 42 mins
Keira says that when she was 15, her mother, Karen, chose to move across the state to be with her husband, James, leaving Keira behind and forcing Keira into foster care; a few years ago, he called her a racial slur, and her mother still chose his side;
Episode 27
Will Karen Choose Her Husband or Her Daughter?
Tue, Oct 19, 2021 42 mins
Keira and her stepfather, James, face off after discussing an argument they had two years ago that led to James calling Keira a racial slur; James also admits to hitting Keira when she was a child; Keira's mother returns to the stage without her;
Episode 28
Social Media Challenge Got My Teen Expelled
Wed, Oct 20, 2021 42 mins
Heather's son, Trenton, 14, was expelled from school, for four months, after he was caught on camera destroying school property and stealing a sign; she and her fiance, Michael, say that Trenton's behavior has started to tear apart their relationship;
Episode 29
Shaming and Blaming
Thu, Oct 21, 2021 42 mins
Fallon was rejected by a party bus, heading to a nightclub, because of her appearance; a video went viral, after Korisa fell into an icy lake; Eric wants Taylor to work out with him and eat healthier; rock star Nikki Sixx (memoir "The First 21");
Episode 30
Getting Richard Glossip Off Death Row
Fri, Oct 22, 2021 42 mins
Dr. Phil interviews death row inmate Richard Glossip, 58, who says that he was wrongfully accused of the murder of Barry Van Treese in January, 1997; the CEO of Lava Media and the founding member of The Innocence Project, Jason Plor is interviewed;
Episode 31
Is My Fiancee Cheating with the Mailman?
Mon, Oct 25, 2021 42 mins
Tom says that Teaka is cheating on him with his friends, neighbors, co-workers, and even the mailman; Teaka swears that she's never cheated on Tom and claims that he has turned her into a prisoner in their home;
Episode 32
Dr. Phil Celebrating 20 Years - Part 1
Tue, Oct 26, 2021 42 mins
Inspirational updates on memorable guests and highlights of some of the best moments of the past 20 seasons;
Episode 33
Dr. Phil: 20 Years Changing Lives - Part 2
Wed, Oct 27, 2021 42 mins
Dr. Phil catches up with memorable guests: a daughter who faked 10 pregnancies; an extremely violent 12-year-old; a former all-star athlete turned heroin addict;
Episode 34
Love or Larceny: My Father's Fiancee Is Fake
Thu, Oct 28, 2021 42 mins
Brittany claims that her dad, Charlie, is being scammed by his online fiancee; Charlie says that he gave his fiancee over $25,000 and that she hasn't paid him back, despite her promises to do so;
Episode 35
Charlie Meets His "Fiancee" Face-to-Face
Fri, Oct 29, 2021 42 mins
Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Brittany, who says that her dad is being scammed by his fiancee;
Episode 36
68-Pound Anorexic Nutrition Counselor
Mon, Nov 1, 2021 42 mins
Danielle, 34, has had an extreme case of anorexia nervosa and bulimia for 20 years and has posed as a nutrition counselor advising others online on how to lose weight;
Episode 37
Is Our Mom's Fiance a Con-Artist? Part 1
Tue, Nov 2, 2021 42 mins
Sandi, 60, says that she will soon be flying to Nigeria to marry her 22-year-old soul mate, Peter, but her three daughters Mary, Joanne, and Melissa say that she is being scammed for money and for a green card; Dr. Phil works to uncover the truth;
Episode 38
The Truth Behind Sandi's Fiance: Revealed - Part 2
Wed, Nov 3, 2021 42 mins
Sandi's Nigerian fiance, Peter, 22, sits down to talk with Dr. Phil via satellite, insisting that he loves the 60-year-old woman and denies that he is scamming her; the correspondent who interviewed Peter says that he noticed some "interesting" behavior;
Episode 39
Publicly Shamed by "The Cart Narcs"
Thu, Nov 4, 2021 42 mins
YouTuber Agent Sebastian, who runs a page where he posts hundreds of explosive videos of himself in parking lots, apprehending shoppers who do not return their carts to the corrals, meets one of his so-called victims; a suicide after a radio prank;
Episode 40
Exclusive: "Queen of the Con"
Fri, Nov 5, 2021 42 mins
Guests say that they were targeted and manipulated out of tens of thousands of dollars by a woman, who has been accused of posing as various people to extort individuals all over the world; Dr. Phil sends a news crew to where it is believed she lives;
Episode 41
Quadruplets: House of Chaos!
Mon, Nov 8, 2021 42 mins
Christine says that her and Tom's divorce has affected all of her kids, including the quadruplets; two daughters say that they manage their anger through violence, eating disorders, and smoking weed; Tom says that his kids have destroyed his house;
Episode 42
Quadruplets Face Off
Tue, Nov 9, 2021 42 mins
Tom and Christine's daughters say that their family is completely toxic, and that their dad is the reason for the family trauma because he's a sociopath, abusive, and an alcoholic; author Mitch Albom (book, "The Stranger in the Lifeboat");
Episode 43
Cold Case: Did Love Triangle Lead to Hero Cop's Murder?
Wed, Nov 10, 2021 42 mins
More than 30 years ago, undercover detective Dennis Vustenhoff was murdered by a bomb that had been planted under his unmarked police car; a shocking twist in the case: his family say that they know who killed him --- and they want justice;
Episode 44
The Disappearance of Summer Wells - Part 1
Thu, Nov 11, 2021 42 mins
Five-year-old Summer Wells vanishes from her home in rural Tennessee; online bullies accuse her parents, Don and Candace, of having something to do with her disappearance; the parents sit down with body language experts in order to clear their names;
Episode 45
Summer Wells' Disappearance: What Do the Parents Know - Part 2
Fri, Nov 12, 2021 42 mins
Missing 5-year-old Summer Wells' parents, Don and Candice, speak out in their exclusive first national TV interview; Dr. Phil digs deeper into the story to learn if there is any new information that might help solve the mystery of her disappearance;
Episode 46
Locked in the Attic or Lying?
Mon, Nov 15, 2021 42 mins
Ariyanna says that her mother, Cornelia, locked her in the attic, abandoned her, and once, even resorted to water boarding; Cornelia says that Ariyanna is lying about some of her accusations and exaggerating about others;
Episode 47
Talk to Dr. Phil or We're Done! Part 1
Tue, Nov 16, 2021 42 mins
Nancy says that despite the evidence that her son and daughter-in-law have shown her, she is adamant that she is not being scammed by the man with whom she is having an online relationship;
Episode 48
Catfish Controversy: A Mom and Son Face Off: Part 2
Wed, Nov 17, 2021 42 mins
Nancy and her son, Darcy, speak face to face for the first time in over a year, and Darcy has been hiding a secret about his mother's online boyfriend, "Shaun"; updates from past guests who can relate to Nancy's story;
Episode 49
Trampled and Traumatized: Astroworld Aftermath
Thu, Nov 18, 2021 42 mins
Astroworld, Travis Scott's Houston festival, is a mass casualty event leaving people dead, children clinging to life, and attendees traumatized; what really happened; who is to blame; attendees reveal the horror they saw, and families file lawsuits;
Episode 50
Fractured Family Fall Out!
Fri, Nov 19, 2021 42 mins
Cassie is raising four children, including Britney, a difficult 15-year-old daughter, while also being married to a man whose unsafe behaviors, under the influence of alcohol and drugs, have caused him to become a danger to all her children;
Episode 51
Cassie's Choice: Husband or Children?
Mon, Nov 22, 2021 42 mins
Cassie insists that her teen daughter's behavior is the root cause of her family's dysfunction, even though her husband, Jonah, is addicted to drugs and alcohol;
Episode 52
We Deserve Our Kids Back: Why Won't CPS Agree?
Tue, Nov 23, 2021 42 mins
Jessica and Ian's two children were removed from their custody, and they are trying to get them; Ian's mother, Pamela, says that one thing they should do is end their toxic relationship;
Episode 53
Marriage on Hiatus
Wed, Nov 24, 2021 42 mins
Paula says that she's thinks about divorcing her longtime husband, Jeremy, because, in her words, he's "clueless, absent, and nonverbal"; Jeremy says that Paula is controlling and won't move on from a mistake that he made almost 10 years ago;
Episode 54
19 Years Lost: I Am Innocent
Fri, Nov 26, 2021 42 mins
In 2001, a man was gunned down in cold blood, and a teenage girl named Kiera was convicted of his murder and sentenced to 60 years to life in prison;
Episode 55
From Businessman to "Cowboy Tygg"
Mon, Nov 29, 2021 42 mins
Ed's family says that he had a long, successful career in the aerospace industry, but then he suddenly snapped, leaving his home, his marriage, his children and job, and then turning to a life of street performing, alcohol, drugs, and crime;
Episode 56
Missing and Murdered in Montana
Tue, Nov 30, 2021 42 mins
In Native American communities, there is an epidemic of missing women; Henny Scott, 14, disappeared while she was hanging out with friends and was found dead two weeks later; Ashley Long, 20, was last seen in Browning, Montana, four years ago;
Episode 57
Bullied by My Monster Children!
Wed, Dec 1, 2021 42 mins
BillieSue admits that she enabled her now-adult children, Alex and Hanna, so badly that it turned them into hateful and disrespectful menaces to society; one bullied her out of her house, then the other one nearly got her evicted from her apartment;
Episode 58
License to Steal: The Shoplifting Crisis
Thu, Dec 2, 2021 42 mins
A store manager's physical confrontation with a shoplifter is caught on tape; an organized retail criminal tells how and why they do what they do; YouTuber Peter Santenenello; what police say are the biggest challenges of the shoplifting crisis;
Episode 59
Child-envention
Fri, Dec 3, 2021 42 mins
Erin is ready to drop out of college to pursue his dream of becoming the next big social media star and expects his parents to financially support him because he refuses to get a "regular job"; 20-year-old Hope's party lifestyle is out of control;
Episode 60
Our Brother Killed Our Father and Saved Our Lives
Mon, Dec 6, 2021 42 mins
Dr. Phil conducts an exclusive prison phone call with Chris, who, at 18, broke into his stepfather, Vincent's, home and says that he had caught him molesting his younger sister, Vicky, then he shot him in the head and confessed to the killing;
Episode 61
Missing Mom: Where Is Lauren Dumulo?
Tue, Dec 7, 2021 42 mins
Lauren Dumolo, a young mother, seemingly vanishes into thin air; theories and questions continue to mount, as her last known whereabouts do not add up; family members say that they believe there's foul play involved;
Episode 62
To Catch an Online Child Predator
Wed, Dec 8, 2021 42 mins
Missing teen Sophie may have been entangled in human trafficking; Meaghan's young daughter had chatted and sent explicit videos to older men; a child advocate transforms herself into online teenage decoys; what to look for on a child's phone;
Episode 63
Knock Knock... It's Dr. Phil and Robin/Phanatics' Biggest Problems and Real Solutions
Thu, Dec 9, 2021 42 mins
Dr. Phil's "Phanatics" group discusses common problems and real solutions; a newly engaged couple say that they don't see eye to eye on house cleaning; newlyweds tell why they shouldn't be asked a certain question; a set of twins do everything together;
Episode 64
How Far Is Too Far?
Fri, Dec 10, 2021 42 mins
A 22-year-old quits his day job to approach a popular social media influencer and ask him for a job; a YouTuber is "canceled" for his controversial videos; a woman turns to social media to make money in what some call an unconventional way;
Episode 65
Tragic School Shootings: Whose to Blame?
Mon, Dec 13, 2021 42 mins
Sheriff Michael Bouchard join Dr. Phil to discuss the deadly shootings at Oxford High School in Detroit, Michigan; parents from Sandy Hook Elementary and Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School give insight into what the Oxford families are going through;
Episode 66
My Teen Is So Bad, I Called the DCFS on Myself
Tue, Dec 14, 2021 42 mins
Marie says that her daughter, Willow, is causing so much chaos in her life that her house is a war zone and she had to move her younger son out for his safety; she worries that Willow will kill her someday;
Episode 67
A Desperate Houswife Returns: Can Mom and Family
Wed, Dec 15, 2021 42 mins
Holly's intense dedication to her alcoholism recovery program may be alienating her family; the singer Victory from "America's Got Talent";
Episode 68
The Great Resignation: Do Quitters Ever Win?
Thu, Dec 16, 2021 42 mins
Dr. Phil welcomes guests from different backgrounds to discuss the "Guest Resignation" and the phenomenon of "rage quitting"; money expert Mandi Woodruff Santos; Harvard Business School Professor Tsedal Neeley;
Episode 69
From Bowling Alley Owner to Being Scammed Out of $500,000
Fri, Dec 17, 2021 42 mins
Mark says that he did not have any choice but to apply for conservatorship over his wife, Lori, after she was scammed out of nearly $500,000 over the course of two years; but Lori still doesn't see any reason for Mark to go to such extreme measures;
Episode 70
Dr. Phil and Robin Gave Me a New Lease on Life!
Mon, Dec 20, 2021 42 mins
A woman, who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer, strives to maintain a positive outlook; another woman has been cancer free for five years but she still fears the future; pastor Joel Osteen discusses his latest book; Andy Grammer performs;
Episode 71
Painfully Ill: Can Monica Be Saved?
Mon, Jan 3, 2022 42 mins
Monica's life consists of lying in bed, unable to eat solid food due to C diff; her mother, Stephanie, says that taking care of Monica has become a full time job, and gets accused of enabling her;
Episode 72
My Daughter-in-Law Is a Witch and Turned My Son Against Me
Tue, Jan 4, 2022 42 mins
Tammy and Mark say that they haven't spoken with their son, Cory, in more than a year, because his wife, Katrina, is manipulative, mentally ill, and a Viccan; Cory has always denied that he's being controlled or being brainwashed by Katrina;
Episode 73
Critical Race Theory: A Nation Divided
Wed, Jan 5, 2022 42 mins
Parents say that Critical Race Theory is being taught in K-12 schools, poisoning the minds of children and keeping racism alive; author James Lindsay calls CRT "Race Marxism"; a teacher says that children need to learn about the racist history of the U.S.
Episode 74
Out of Control or Provoked?
Thu, Jan 6, 2022 42 mins
Summer says that if she says "no" to her out-of-control 13-year-old son, Ash, he then hits, bites, and kicks her and he sometimes hurts her pets, and he once set her car on fire; Ash's grandmother blames Summer for provoking Ash to violence;
Episode 75
Bad Teen or Bad Parents?
Fri, Jan 7, 2022 42 mins
Junior says that he has had enough of his 17-year-old daughter Allie's stealing cars, physically fighting, and running away; she says that she is a normal teen doing normal teen things and that she had to raise herself, during her parents' years of drug use;
Episode 76
My Spoiled Daughter Falsely Accused Me of Sexual Abuse
Mon, Jan 10, 2022 42 mins
Taylor says that she experienced flashbacks of childhood sexual abuse a few years ago, after seeking therapy for depression and anxiety;
Episode 77
What's Behind Taylor's Alleged Flashbacks?
Tue, Jan 11, 2022 42 mins
Taylor, who accuses her father, Larry, of sexually abusing her -- which he vehemently denies -- tells what she claims to remember from her flashbacks; the results of Larry's polygraph test;
Episode 78
Parenting Dilemma: Good Cop Dad vs. Bad Cop Mom
Wed, Jan 12, 2022 42 mins
Shelly says that her husband, Oggie, is always giving in to their 6-year-old daughter, Madison, because he hates any type of confrontation, but they both agree that their daughter is running the house;
Episode 79
From Honor Roll to Wannabe Gangster
Thu, Jan 13, 2022 42 mins
Abby is a licensed counselor for troubled teens and doesn't understand how she can help others but not her own 17-year-old son, Aidan, who used to be a straight A student, talented in sports and cooking, but now he is a stealing, violent wannabe gangster;
Episode 80
My Sisters Are Wrong: I Am Not a Drug Addict
Fri, Jan 14, 2022 42 mins
Rebecca's sisters say that she is a prescription drug addict, is jobless and homeless, has lost her fiance and custody of her child, and has been to jail; their mom says that she enables Rebecca but feels that she has to in order to take care of her granddaughter;
Episode 81
Surviving Evil
Mon, Jan 17, 2022 42 mins
Tony Port says that, when he was 10 years old, a family friend gave him dangerous, addictive drugs, telling him that it was candy, and videotaped him being sexually abused; the man followed Tony's family when they moved away, and he eventually abducted him;
Episode 82
"Surviving Evil" Kidnapped and Abused: Former Victims Talk
Tue, Jan 18, 2022 42 mins
The dramatic rescue of 11-year-old Tony from a convicted sex offender; Alicia Kozak says that she was 13 years old, when she was lured from her home by an online predator and placed in a dog collar, chained to the floor, and was horrifically abused;
Episode 83
The Gender Pronoun Debate
Wed, Jan 19, 2022 42 mins
People say that they do not identify with gender binaries of "he" and "she" and prefer to use pronouns such as "they"; a guest raises their baby as gender neutral;
Episode 84
Our Teen Refuses to Let Us Parent Him
Thu, Jan 20, 2022 42 mins
Parents Suzette and Greg say that their 6 foot 2 inch, 300 pound, 16-year-old son, Dawson, is violent and abusive, whenever he is told the word, "no"; Dawson's sister says that her parents created the mess they are in now, from the moment he was born;
Episode 85
My Husband Accuses Me of Cheating with Over 170 People
Fri, Jan 21, 2022 42 mins
Zachary suddenly appeared to change one day, from being a normal husband, father, and son, to having paranoid delusions, saying that people were following him home from work and accusing his wife of cheating with family members and U.S. presidents;
Episode 86
My Conservatorship Keeps Me From My Millions
Mon, Jan 24, 2022 42 mins
Sarah's $5.1million medical settlement is held in a conservatorship, and her husband, Robert, says that it's controlling every step of their daily lives; Mark's wife, Lori, has dementia and gave scammers half a million dollars, without his knowledge;
Episode 87
Cryptocurrency: Scam or Not?
Tue, Jan 25, 2022 42 mins
Young people say that they are cryptocurrency millionaires; financial expert Jeffrey Robinson says that cryptocurrencies are a scam and detrimental to the environment;
Episode 88
Paranoia, Jealousy, and Wild Accusations
Wed, Jan 26, 2022 42 mins
Steven thinks that his longtime girlfriend, Danielle, has been hiding secrets from him: he says that he has proof that she has been prostituting herself and is involved with dangerous people, who are forcing her into a dark world of sex and drugs;
Episode 89
From Divorced Family to Drug Addict
Thu, Jan 27, 2022 42 mins
Logan, who was introduced to heroin at 17, says that his addiction started after he saw his father use alcohol to cope with stress; Logan's family has been trying to help him by sending him to rehabs, cutting him off, and even letting him hit rock bottom; Michelle says that she wonders if her rocky divorce from Michael drove her son Logan to use drugs;
Episode 90
Public Shaming: My Fiancee Humilated Me and It Went
Fri, Jan 28, 2022 42 mins
Tiffany says that her fiance, Marques, forced her to expose him as a narcissist on social media; Marques says that she has fabricated online content and left out important details, in an effort to make him look bad;
Episode 91
Traumatized by My Police Incident
Mon, Jan 31, 2022 42 mins
Taylor says that after losing control of her car and hitting a tree, she was arrested, tased, and thrown into jail; her mother says that Taylor has to live with her because she suffers from mental illness, due to the incident, and is unable to leave the house;
Episode 92
University of Michigan Sex Abuse Scandal
Tue, Feb 1, 2022 42 mins
Three former University of Michigan athletes say that they are victims of one of the biggest sex abuse scandals on a university campus; late athletic doctor Robert A. Anderson is accused of preying on young athletes and students under the guise of medicine;
Episode 93
U of M Sex Scandal: What Did the Football Coach Know?
Wed, Feb 2, 2022 42 mins
Ex-University of Michigan athletes say that the team's doctor, Robert Anderson, sexually assaulted them; coach Bo Scherbechler's son makes the same accusation; Trinae Gasscar, who survived abuse at the hands of Larry Nassar, inspires the men to speak out;
Episode 94
30 with 40 Kids: I'm a "Fertility Expert"!
Thu, Feb 3, 2022 42 mins
Kyle says that he has fathered 40 children across the world, and 11 more are on the way, as a result of his private sperm donation; women to whom he has donated; a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist, others weigh in;
Episode 95
Humble Yourself and Admit That You're Cheating!
Fri, Feb 4, 2022 42 mins
Marc secretly monitors his wife, Nicole, and says that he has more than 200 pieces of "irrefutable evidence" of her infidelity; she swears that she's been faithful, and the whole thing is in his head;
Episode 96
Help Dr. Phil, I Think That I'm a Narcissist
Mon, Feb 7, 2022 42 mins
Dr. Phil reunites Bill, who is believed to be a narcissist because he pushed away almost all of his loved ones with violent fights, cruel words, and selfish behavior, with his brother Tom and daughter Bridget, who have both stopped speaking to him;
Episode 97
Survived Electrocution, but Barely Living
Tue, Feb 8, 2022 42 mins
After surviving electrocution, Carly exhibits odd and extremely troubling behavior; her stepdaughters say that she is faking it to further gain their father's attention; the results of an in-depth brain scan;
Episode 100
An International Timeshare Scam Is Bankrupting Our Mother!
Fri, Feb 11, 2022 42 mins
A nurse says that someone, claiming to be an attorney in Mexico, had told her that there was a data breach at her timeshare resort, and that she was entitled to a settlement; she has sent the "attorney" six times the settlement amount, due to international taxes and fees;
Episode 101
A Family Cursed?
Mon, Feb 14, 2022 42 mins
Ida and her daughters want to break the generational legacy of abuse, mental illness, and assault;
Episode 102
Surprising Updates
Tue, Feb 15, 2022 42 mins
Surprising updates from some of the memorable guests who have appeared on the show; Fran deleted a scammer's contact information, then let him back into her life; what happened to Teresa, who was addicted to heroin and seven months pregnant when she appeared on the show; Jenny said that she hated being a mother, but she has five children;
Episode 104
The Child Who Feels No Pain
Thu, Feb 17, 2022 42 mins
Teen Jason, who has a neurological disorder preventing him from feeling any pain, gets a visit with his favorite TikTok personality, Mr. Beast; an orthopedic surgeon says that he is rebuilding Jason, so that Jason can have a healthier future;
Episode 106
I Sold My House for Online Love!
Mon, Feb 21, 2022 42 mins
Jane's online boyfriend, Jonathan, tells her that he is stuck on a construction site in Miami, and she has sent him nearly $1 million and put her house on the market, planning to send him more, then move to Miami to live with him;
Episode 107
Part Two: Where Is Jonathan?
Tue, Feb 22, 2022 42 mins
Jane has sent her online boyfriend, "Jonathan", close to $1 million; Dr. Phil sends a producer to Miami to look for "Jonathan", who said that he is stuck on a construction site; the man in the photos of "Jonathan" talks to Jane;
Episode 108
My Lying Husband Refuses to Consummate Our 13-Year Marriage
Wed, Feb 23, 2022 42 mins
Peggy says that she is upset that her marriage to Steve lacks communication, affection, and sex; he says that she pushed him away, by hitting and slapping him and being too controlling; the importance of taking instances of domestic violence seriously;
Episode 109
Social Media vs. Reality: Addicted to Likes?
Thu, Feb 24, 2022 42 mins
Social media and mental health; many people use social media in an attempt to feel better about themselves; the use of filters on pictures and videos: what it's doing to the culture;
Episode 110
My Wife Hired a Hitman
Fri, Feb 25, 2022 42 mins
Tommy accuses longtime wife, Rachel, of cheating on him with multiple men, having a drinking problem, and hiring a hitman to have him murdered;
Episode 111
2 Years Later: Have Black Lives Changed?
Mon, Feb 28, 2022 42 mins
Dr. Phil and guests analyze how life has changed for Black Americans in the almost two years since the deaths of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd, and the subsequent widespread Black Lives Matter protests demanding racial equality;
Episode 112
An Extreme Religious Group Starved Her Baby
Tue, Mar 1, 2022 42 mins
Rita says that when she was 19, Queen Antoinette, the leader of 1 Mind Ministries, demanded that Rita's baby be starved, and tells of the mind control the leader had over her; Joy tells of reporting her mother, the leader of House of Prayer, to police;
Episode 113
My Tourette's Made Me Viral
Wed, Mar 2, 2022 42 mins
Baylen says that posting TikTok videos of her daily struggles with Tourette syndrome had helped her gain the confidence to go out in public again; Lele Pons also has OCD, Tourette syndrome, and depression, but has had a different experience on social media;
Episode 114
Pretty Panicked: Are My Parents My Triggers?
Fri, Mar 4, 2022 42 mins
After having a tumor removed from her brain, Esther made a full recovery but has debilitating panic attacks and is tired of her parents treating her like a child; NFL Fox reporter Jay Glazer tells of battling anxiety and depression;
Episode 115
A Beautiful Rebellion
Mon, Mar 7, 2022 42 mins
Women make headlines for rebelling against societal norms and embracing their unconventional beauty; a woman moves to America for beauty; a woman embraces body hair; a self-proclaimed lip filler addict; a cosmetic surgeon; dangers of going too far;
Episode 116
When One Pill Kills
Tue, Mar 8, 2022 42 mins
Four families come together to talk about the loss of their children, who purchased fentanyl-laced pills on social media and were killed within moments; the families demand changes to laws, policies, and accountability from social media companies;
Episode 117
Homelessness in America
Thu, Mar 10, 2022 42 mins
Dr. Phil speaks with advocates, experts, residents, and people who are currently experiencing homelessness to discuss the hotly contested social issue; he and Robin visit an RV community that has become a safe haven for people without homes;
Episode 118
Homelessness in America: Is There a Solution?
Fri, Mar 11, 2022 42 mins
Residents say that lax laws and social service programs, that bring food and blankets to homeless people, have caused an explosion of homelessness in their backyards; Dr. Phil visits a homeless community to speak with a couple living in an RV;
Episode 119
73 and Raising Another Grandchild
Mon, Mar 14, 2022 42 mins
Linda's sister says that the stress of raising a second grandchild and her adult daughter's instability have left Linda with terrible health issues;
Episode 120
Horror and Hope: How War Affects Up
Tue, Mar 15, 2022 42 mins
Several people deeply and personally affected by the senseless violence both in Ukraine and elsewhere; a young man from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a country whose history of conflict goes back centuries, hopes to change its future;
Episode 121
Public Health Issue: Suicide
Wed, Mar 16, 2022 42 mins
As a string of high-profile stories dominates the news, Dr. Phil addresses the complex issue of suicide; family members left behind discuss working through their immense grief;
Episode 122
Frozen by Fear
Mon, Mar 21, 2022 42 mins
Two young women claim that their phobias have completely taken over their lives; Bethany says that she is terrified of pregnant women; Victoria says that she refuses to eat at restaurants because she's terrified of eating or touching gluten;
Episode 123
Coping After a Crisis
Wed, Mar 30, 2022 42 mins
A woman, who is losing her hair, needs help to get her self-confidence back; after suffering a lot of bad luck, Eleni needs a change of attitude; Dr. Phil talks to singers David Foster and Katherine McPhee about their upcoming show in Las Vegas;
Episode 124
The Youth Mental Health Crisis
Thu, Mar 31, 2022 42 mins
Joselyn says that her son, Rakim, is out of control and that he will not cooperate with her; Janelle says that because of the lockdown, her daughter, Kara, is a shell of her former self; how negative parenting can damage a child's development;
Episode 125
From Football Star to Manic Episodes: Can He Be Helped?
Fri, Apr 1, 2022 42 mins
Pattie says that her son, Ridge, began experimenting with drugs and alcohol at college, and after a particularly severe hazing incident, he came home with odd behaviors and tics that he never had before;
Episode 126
Is Our Homeless Daughter Brainwashed, Lazy, or Just Empty
Mon, Apr 4, 2022 42 mins
Brenda's daughter, Autumn, lives off the grid somewhere in the desert in Arizona, without housing, money, or a job;
Episode 127
"The Tinder Swindler": His Accusers Speak
Thu, Apr 7, 2022 42 mins
Cecile and Fenda (Netflix's "The Tinder Swindler") say that they believed that they had met Prince Charming on Tinder but had no idea that they were dealing with an international con man who would steal their life savings;
Episode 128
Deadly Travels: Rideshare Driver Kidnapped and Shot
Fri, Apr 8, 2022 42 mins
A rideshare driver is left fighting for her life, after being kidnapped, attacked, and left for dead by a teen passenger; a single mother of five is jailed for letting her adolescent daughter babysit her younger child, while she went to work;
Episode 129
The Sentencing of Jussie Smollett: Justified?/Oscar Award Slapdown
Mon, Apr 11, 2022 42 mins
A panel of experts discuss the prosecution, sentencing, and release of Jussie Smollett, and the infamous slap between Will Smith and Chris Rock at the Academy Awards;
Episode 130
The Many Faces of Anna Delvey - Part 1
Thu, Apr 14, 2022 42 mins
Journalist Alicia Quarles discusses the case of fake German heiress Anna Delvey;
Episode 131
Dr. Phil Exclusive: Anna Delvey and Friend Neff Tell All - Part 2
Fri, Apr 15, 2022 42 mins
Dr. Phil interviews Anna Delvey from the detention facility where she is currently being held; a friend of Anna's speaks out; Dr. Phil meets the videographer who traveled with Anna on a lavish vacation in Morocco;
Episode 132
Trapped in My Broken Relationship
Mon, Apr 18, 2022 42 mins
Justin says that every day, he and his fiancee, Elizabeth, have loud, violent fights that have resulted in the police being called to their home 19 times in the past two years; Elizabeth says that he is abusive and has had him arrested for domestic violence;
Episode 133
True Crime Updates
Tue, Apr 19, 2022 42 mins
Almost 10 years after appearing on the show, Mark Redwine was convicted of killing his 13-year-old son, Dylan, and other family members now update Dr. Phil; Cheryl returns, still fighting for justice for her grandchildren, who died three months apart;
Episode 134
14 Years Old and Full of Rage
Wed, Apr 20, 2022 42 mins
The family of 14-year-old Marie says that she is intelligent and capable but extremely violent, disrespectful and accusatory; she says that her behavior is a reaction to how her family treats her; her only confidant, a neighbor, presses charges against her;
Episode 135
Our Toxic Mother's Past is Destroying Our Future
Thu, Apr 21, 2022 42 mins
Alicia and Shantia say that they had an abusive upbringing with their mother, Laretta, and that their lives are still affected by their younger brother, Curtis, who says that he has distanced himself from the family because they are always out to get him;
Episode 136
My Father Was a Serial Killer
Fri, Apr 22, 2022 42 mins
At 27, Deborah learned that her loving father, Robert Brashers, had lived a double life and was responsible for a string of killings, serial assaults, and burglaries between 1985 and 1998; she says that she feels contaminated and guilty for his sins;
Episode 137
The Psychological World of Obesity
Mon, Apr 25, 2022 42 mins
Obesity and mental issues including depression and anxiety; a woman, who used to weigh 700 pounds, advocates for a healthy lifestyle; a woman says that she is body positive and proud; a former mental health counselor; Brooke Burke discusses her health app;
Episode 138
Three Generations of Problems
Wed, Apr 27, 2022 42 mins
Donna says that ever since she gained guardianship of her three grandchildren, 14-year-old Emilie has been out of control, so she sent her to live with Nancy, her mother; the grandchildren say that Emilie is not the problem;
Episode 139
I Disregarded Dr. Phil's Advice!
Thu, Apr 28, 2022 42 mins
Years ago, Lois came to Dr. Phil to investigate men she was talking to online and learned that she was being scammed; now she says that one of them is struggling to survive and she wants Dr. Phil's help to get him to the U.S. so they can be together;
Episode 140
Lois Meets "Fred" Face-to-Face: Will She Finally Believe?
Fri, Apr 29, 2022 42 mins
Dr. Phil's investigation of Lois' online boyfriend, Fred, continues with a visit to Jamaica; recent guest Jane says that she put her house on the market for her online boyfriend, "Jonathan", and was introduced to the real man in the photos, onstage;
Episode 141
The Mystery of Our Messy Marriage: Who's the Cheater?
Mon, May 2, 2022 42 mins
Yvette says that husband Steve has been cheating and hacking into her phone to cover it up; he denies it, and their daughter says that he isn't tech savvy enough; Dr. Phil does some digging and discovers that this situation is not as straightforward as it may seem;
Episode 142
Is It My Fault That My Mother Is Homeless?
Tue, May 3, 2022 42 mins
Valerie was evicted from her apartment and lost almost everything she owned; daughter Heather says that her mother is choosing to live in a tent on the streets, drinking two bottles of vodka a day;
Episode 143
Miami Model Stabs Boyfriend to Death Exclusive: His Family Says That He Was Abused
Thu, May 5, 2022 42 mins
Video shows Courtney Clenny, a model and social media influencer who boasts millions of followers, wearing a bikini top and covered in her boyfriend, Christian "Toby" Chumsell's blood; his family says that he was being abused, not killed in self-defense as his killer says;
Episode 144
4 Car Accidents in 5 Months: Help Get Our Mom Off the Streets
Fri, May 6, 2022 42 mins
Sisters Erica and Jean say that their 76-year-old mother, Blanche, takes too many medications, and they are worried that she will hurt someone else, as she has been in several car accidents;
Episode 145
Mentally Ill or Just Awful? What's Wrong with Josh?
Mon, May 9, 2022 42 mins
Pregnant Danielle says that her husband, Josh, has repeatedly cheated on her and been physically abusive in front of their two young children; Josh blames his bipolar disorder for his bad behavior;
Episode 146
My Husband Can't Control His Violent Temper
Tue, May 10, 2022 42 mins
Sara says that her husband, Jason, has a violent and uncontrollable temper that has resulted in physical abuse toward her; he says that when he gets angry, "a devil takes over", and inflicting pain on the person who triggered him is his only instinct;
Episode 147
Dangerous Love: A Couple's Big Decision
Wed, May 11, 2022 42 mins
Jason says that he is willing to do whatever it takes to save his family and change his violent, abusive behavior; Jon Taffer (TV series, "Bar Rescue") helps teach Jason a healthier way to navigate conflict; Dr. Phil checks in with Jason and wife Sara a month later;
Episode 148
The Happy Hoarder
Thu, May 12, 2022 42 mins
Kristen says that she isn't a hoarder but admits that her "collection of things" is creating a problem: she is running out of room; why she says it is hard for her to part with her belongings; friends say that her "hoarding" is keeping her isolated;
Episode 149
My Husband Needs to Smoke Weed
Fri, May 13, 2022 42 mins
Stuart says that he has been smoking marijuana for 50 years and he stays "stoned" all day long; his wife, Renee, says that she is desperate for him to put down his pipe once and for all but she admits that she drives him to marijuana dispensaries;
Episode 150
Mark Anthony Returns: New Love or Old Flame? Wedding
Mon, May 16, 2022 42 mins
Sixty-one year old Mark says that he thought that he could help Georgia with her aspiring modeling career, but Georgia's mother, Kelli, learns that Mark had other plans for her daughter; Marina returns to give Dr. Phil an update on her life;
Episode 151
17 & Extra Mean: Help My Pot-Smoking, School-Skipping Son
Tue, May 17, 2022 42 mins
Chisty says that her 17-year-old son, Cameron, is disrespectful and has been physically and verbally abusive toward her; she worries that once he turns 18, he'll end up in jail or dead;
Episode 152
Buried Alive in Clutter/New Approach to Parenting
Wed, May 18, 2022 42 mins
Lori and Bob claim that they are being buried alive by their belongings and only have a small path to maneuver around their home; the couple say that they need to sell their home for financial reasons but are stuck because of what it looks like on the inside;
Episode 153
Unsolved Homicide: Who Put Ebby Steppach in the Drain
Thu, May 19, 2022 42 mins
Exploring the 2015 disappearance and subsequent death of 18-year-old Ebby Steppach;
Episode 154
My Fear of Dying is Killing Me
Fri, May 20, 2022 42 mins
Catlin says that she has a constant fear of death, and goes to the hospital several times a day to make sure that she isn't dying; she claims that her husband, Keaton, has been talking to other women while she has been in hospitals;
Episode 155
I Lied and Sent My Husband to Prison!
Mon, May 23, 2022 42 mins
Sue says that she lied to the police, when she told them that her husband, Tim, had abused her; racked with guilt, she recanted her testimony, but the judge did not buy her new story; body language and behavior experts then give their opinions;
Episode 156
Our Narcissistic, Tone Deaf Mother Needs a Wake-Up Call
Tue, May 24, 2022 42 mins
Lisa says that her four beautiful adult daughters are "monsters" who pick on her, and their constant drama is tearing apart their family; they claim that she's a "textbook narcissist" who constantly plays the victim and has always put men before them;
Episode 157
"Danger on My Doorstep": America's Safety Crisis
Wed, May 25, 2022 42 mins
Members of the public and law enforcement discuss the perceived lack of safety on American streets and the rising conflict between civilians and police; singer Clare Dunn says that she was assaulted by a rideshare driver;
Episode 158
Texas Shooting: Enough Is Enough
Wed, Jun 1, 2022 42 mins
After a mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, in which two teachers and 19 children were killed, Dr. Phil dedicated his show to speaking out about how these senseless acts of murder must stop;
Episode 159
My Mother-in-Law Is an Emotional Roller Coaster
Tue, Sep 6, 2022 42 mins
Tiffany has allowed her mother-in-law, Nellie, to live with her family several times, but it did no go well; her husband, Chris, says that he's extremely concerned for his mother's well-being, and wonders whether they should move her back into their home;
Episode 160
A Catfish Faces His Victims
Wed, Sep 7, 2022 42 mins
Social media influencer White Plastic faces off with his victims, who he admits that he enjoyed catfishing; they want Dr. Phil to stop him and help him realize that what he is hurting many people; the people are angry about what he is doing to them;
Episode 161
Imprisoned by My Anxiety
Thu, Sep 8, 2022 42 mins
Lisa says that her boyfriend Ted's anxiety has completely taken over both of their lives; many simple things like picking out his outfit for the day, cooking, or going up the stairs can overwhelm him, so she does all of these things for him;
Episode 162
Deception Detection
Fri, Sep 9, 2022 42 mins
Body language and human behavior experts teach how to identify clues as to what people may be saying through their body language; they break down Dr. Phil's interview with Erin Caffey and R Kelly's unbelievable sit down with TV host Gayle King;