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180 Episodes 2008 - 2009
Episode 1
Mon, Sep 8, 2008 60 mins
The dangers of online profiles are discussed.
Episode 2
Tue, Sep 9, 2008 60 mins
A couple who divorced and remarried are guests.
Episode 3
Wed, Sep 10, 2008 60 mins
A weight-loss contest begins.
Episode 4
Thu, Sep 11, 2008 60 mins
A weight-loss contest continues.
Episode 5
Fri, Sep 12, 2008 60 mins
Use of the N-word is discussed. Al Sharpton, Paul Mooney, Hill Harper, Sheryl Underwood and Michael Graham are guests.
Episode 6
Mon, Sep 15, 2008 60 mins
Managing finances is discussed with business guru Loral Langemeier.
Episode 7
Tue, Sep 16, 2008 60 mins
A discussion on preparing for crises.
Episode 8
Wed, Sep 17, 2008 60 mins
Addiction is discussed.
Episode 9
Thu, Sep 18, 2008 60 mins
What constitutes child abuse and neglect is discussed.
Episode 10
Fri, Sep 19, 2008 60 mins
School safety and alcohol are discussed.
Episode 11
Mon, Sep 22, 2008 60 mins
The cases of missing children are discussed. Guests include Lisa Bloom ("In Session"); bounty hunters Rob Dick and Leonard Padilla; and Ernie Allen, president of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.
Episode 12
Tue, Sep 23, 2008 60 mins
Decision making is discussed. Bishop T.D. Jakes is the guest.
Episode 13
Wed, Sep 24, 2008 60 mins
Finding long-lost relatives is discussed. Guests include Troy Dunn ("The Locator").
Episode 14
Thu, Sep 25, 2008 60 mins
Advice on managing job-related stress. Guests include Kirk Cameron.
Episode 15
Fri, Sep 26, 2008 60 mins
Fighting the system is discussed. Guests include Ralph Nader and Peter Greenberg.
Episode 16
Mon, Sep 29, 2008 60 mins
Parenting styles are discussed. Guests include Dr. Jim Sears and Daphne Brogdon.
Episode 17
Tue, Sep 30, 2008 60 mins
Murder victim Ron Goldman's father Fred and sister Kim and attorney Areva Martin discuss O.J. Simpson's murder trial and his trial on assault and other charges.
Episode 18
Wed, Oct 1, 2008 60 mins
A weight-loss race continues. Robert Reames is the trainer.
Episode 19
Thu, Oct 2, 2008 60 mins
Stress is discussed with Dr. Frank Lawlis. Also: chef Cat Cora offers stress-reducing recipes.
Episode 20
Fri, Oct 3, 2008 60 mins
Parental alienation syndrome is discussed. Guests include Mel Feit, director of the National Center for Men, and attorney Liz Kates.
Episode 21
Mon, Oct 6, 2008 60 mins
Irresponsible spending is discussed. Guests include financial expert Loral Langemeier.
Episode 22
Tue, Oct 7, 2008 60 mins
The Casey Anthony and O.J. Simpson cases are discussed. Guests include Lisa Bloom and Fred and Kim Goldman.
Episode 23
Wed, Oct 8, 2008 60 mins
The O.J. Simpson verdict is discussed. Guests include Lisa Bloom, Fred and Kim Goldman, Thomas Riccio and Areva Martin.
Episode 24
Thu, Oct 9, 2008 60 mins
The current financial crisis is discussed.
Episode 25
Fri, Oct 10, 2008 60 mins
Slavery is discussed. Guests include United Nations goodwill ambassador Julia Ormond and filmmaker Justin Dillon ("Call+Response").
Episode 26
Mon, Oct 13, 2008 60 mins
Divorce is discussed.
Episode 27
Tue, Oct 14, 2008 60 mins
On-campus dangers, including sexual assault, alcohol-related deaths and hazing are discussed. Guests include Gloria Allred.
Episode 28
Wed, Oct 15, 2008 60 mins
Suicide is discussed. Director Eric Steel ("The Bridge") and author Thomas Joiner ("Why People Die By Suicide") are guests.
Episode 29
Thu, Oct 16, 2008 60 mins
Amnesia is discussed. Guests include Dr. Barbara Knowlton and Dr. Frank Lawlis.
Episode 30
Fri, Oct 17, 2008 60 mins
Hoarding is discussed. Guests include Dr. Frank Lawlis and Dr. Steven Kanter.
Episode 31
Mon, Oct 20, 2008 60 mins
Obsessive computer and video gaming is discussed.
Episode 32
Tue, Oct 21, 2008 60 mins
Phobias are discussed.
Episode 33
Wed, Oct 22, 2008 60 mins
Paternity is discussed. Guests include attorneys Gloria Allred and John Purcell, National Center for Men director Mel Feit and actor Jay Thomas.
Episode 34
Thu, Oct 23, 2008 60 mins
Sending text messages while operating a motor vehicle is discussed.
Episode 35
Fri, Oct 24, 2008 60 mins
Age-related dating double standards are discussed. Guests include Patti Stanger, CEO of The Millionaires Club.
Episode 36
Mon, Oct 27, 2008 60 mins
Marital trust issues are discussed.
Episode 37
Tue, Oct 28, 2008 60 mins
Cyber bullying is discussed.
Episode 38
Wed, Oct 29, 2008 60 mins
Gender confusion in children is discussed. Guests include Dr. Daniel Siegel and author Glenn Stanton.
Episode 39
Thu, Oct 30, 2008 60 mins
Dr. Phil counsels 14 people who are dissatisfied with their lives.
Episode 40
Fri, Oct 31, 2008 60 mins
Discipline is discussed.
Episode 41
Mon, Nov 3, 2008 60 mins
Child abductions are discussed.
Episode 42
Tue, Nov 4, 2008 60 mins
A custody battle between a woman and her mother is discussed.
Episode 43
Wed, Nov 5, 2008 60 mins
Topic: mind-control tactics in religious sects.
Episode 44
Thu, Nov 6, 2008 60 mins
Coverage of a three-day healing retreat continues.
Episode 45
Fri, Nov 7, 2008 60 mins
Child abandonment is discussed.
Episode 46
Mon, Nov 10, 2008 60 mins
A look at Drew Peterson, a suspect in the case of his fourth wife's disappearance.
Episode 47
Tue, Nov 11, 2008 60 mins
Risky teen behaviors, including using the hallucinogenic herb salvia, choking each other into unconsciousness and "sex texting," (sending nude photographs of oneself to others via cell phone) are discussed. Dr. Travis Stork and Texas State Representative Charles Anderson are guests.
Episode 48
Wed, Nov 12, 2008 60 mins
Celebrating the 40-year career of music producer David Foster, with taped messages from Celine Dion and Barbra Streisand, footage of Foster working with Seal in the studio and a performance by Natalie Cole.
Episode 49
Thu, Nov 13, 2008 60 mins
A psychological healing retreat continues.
Episode 50
Fri, Nov 14, 2008 60 mins
Feuding with one's in-laws is discussed.
Episode 51
Mon, Nov 17, 2008 60 mins
Extramarital affairs are discussed.
Episode 52
Tue, Nov 18, 2008 60 mins
Morbid obesity in children is discussed. Dr. Jim Sears and personal trainer Robert Reames offer advice.
Episode 53
Wed, Nov 19, 2008 60 mins
Compulsive shoplifting is discussed.
Episode 54
Thu, Nov 20, 2008 60 mins
A dysfunctional marriage is discussed.
Episode 55
Fri, Nov 21, 2008 60 mins
Proposition 8, which bans same-sex marriage in California, is discussed.
Episode 56
Mon, Nov 24, 2008 60 mins
A dysfunctional family is discussed.
Episode 57
Tue, Nov 25, 2008 60 mins
A dysfunctional family is discussed.
Episode 58
Wed, Nov 26, 2008 60 mins
Sexual addiction is discussed.
Episode 59
Fri, Nov 28, 2008 60 mins
Life-changing ordeals caught on camera are discussed.
Episode 60
Mon, Dec 1, 2008 60 mins
Abduction of a child by a parent is discussed.
Episode 61
Tue, Dec 2, 2008 60 mins
Updates on past guests.
Episode 62
Wed, Dec 3, 2008 60 mins
Advice for getting a marriage through economic crisis. Guests include Bishop T.D. Jakes.
Episode 63
Thu, Dec 4, 2008 60 mins
A healing retreat continues.
Episode 64
Fri, Dec 5, 2008 60 mins
School discipline is discussed.
Episode 65
Mon, Dec 8, 2008 60 mins
Effect of the financial crisis on marriages is discussed.
Episode 66
Tue, Dec 9, 2008 60 mins
Grievances are discussed. Attorney Gloria Allred is a guest.
Episode 67
Wed, Dec 10, 2008 60 mins
Obsessions are discussed. Vivica A. Fox, stylist Phillip Bloch and comedienne Stefanie Wilder-Taylor are guests.
Episode 68
Thu, Dec 11, 2008 60 mins
A healing retreat continues.
Episode 69
Fri, Dec 12, 2008 60 mins
Topic: 911 calls. Guest include Charlie Cullen of the National Emergency Number Association and Caroline Burau, author of "Life in the Hot Seat."
Episode 70
Mon, Dec 15, 2008 60 mins
Nancy Grace, criminologist Denise Boots and Paul Mones, a lawyer who specializes in defending children, are the guests on an episode devoted to high-profile crimes, including the case of an 8-year-old Arizona boy accused of killing his father and another man, and the murder of Arkansas TV-news anchor Anne Pressly.
Episode 71
Tue, Dec 16, 2008 60 mins
A Christmas-themed show features Dr. Phil's wife, Robin, sons Jay and Jordan and daughter-in-law Erica. Included: gift ideas, gifts for the studio audience and visits by celebrities, including Kermit the Frog, who wants advice on his relationship with Miss Piggy.
Episode 72
Wed, Dec 17, 2008 60 mins
Guests include one woman who seems obsessed with Christmas and another who can't stand the holiday. Also: a preview of the "Christmas in Washington" special, hosted by Dr. Phil and Robin McGraw and airing Dec. 17 on TNT.
Episode 73
Thu, Dec 18, 2008 60 mins
An update on the case of missing Orlando toddler Caylee Anthony.
Episode 74
Fri, Dec 19, 2008 60 mins
Iraq veterans discuss problems they face. They are joined by Rep. Bob Filner (D-Cal.), the chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs director Tammy Duckworth, Fox News military analyst David Hunt and Paul Rieckhoff, director of Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America.
Episode 75
Mon, Jan 5, 2009 60 mins
Making New Year's resolutions a reality is discussed. Jim Cramer ("Mad Money") offers financial advice.
Episode 76
Tue, Jan 6, 2009 60 mins
Robin McGraw offers tips on looking and feeling good at any age, with help from fashion guru Steven Cojocaru and esthetician Janet Harris.
Episode 77
Wed, Jan 7, 2009 60 mins
A massacre at a mall is discussed.
Episode 78
Thu, Jan 8, 2009 60 mins
Eating disorders in boys are discussed.
Episode 79
Fri, Jan 9, 2009 60 mins
"Not Easily Broken" is discussed with writer-producer T.D. Jakes, director Bill Duke and stars Morris Chestnut, Kevin Hart and Jennifer Lewis.
Episode 80
Mon, Jan 12, 2009 60 mins
Addiction is discussed. Dr. Travis Stork is a guest.
Episode 81
Tue, Jan 13, 2009 60 mins
Gender-confused children are discussed. Author Glenn Stanton and doctors Joseph Nicolosi, Michele Angello and Dan Siegel are guests.
Episode 82
Wed, Jan 14, 2009 60 mins
Extreme religious groups are discussed.
Episode 83
Thu, Jan 15, 2009 60 mins
Rage is discussed, and incidents of rage caught on tape are shown. Dr. Frank Lawlis is a guest.
Episode 84
Fri, Jan 16, 2009 60 mins
Guests' questions are fielded.
Episode 85
Mon, Jan 19, 2009 60 mins
The pressures of the presidency are discussed with guests Arianna Huffington, Ari Fleischer and Dr. Travis Stork.
Episode 86
Wed, Jan 21, 2009 60 mins
Social-networking Web sites are discussed.
Episode 87
Thu, Jan 22, 2009 60 mins
Barack Obama's presidency, his inauguration and the economic climate are discussed. Deborah Norville and Ann Coulter are guests.
Episode 88
Fri, Jan 23, 2009 60 mins
Stories from recent headlines are examined. Nancy Grace is a guest.
Episode 89
Mon, Jan 26, 2009 60 mins
A discussion about fighting fairly.
Episode 90
Tue, Jan 27, 2009 60 mins
Outrageous and dangerous trends among teenagers and preteens are discussed. Dr. Travis Stork is a guest.
Episode 91
Wed, Jan 28, 2009 60 mins
Newlyweds' marital issues are discussed.
Episode 92
Thu, Jan 29, 2009 60 mins
A discussion about adult children who mooch off their parents.
Episode 93
Fri, Jan 30, 2009 60 mins
Stories pulled from the headlines, including the Caylee Anthony case. Nancy Grace and Lisa Bloom are guests.
Episode 94
Mon, Feb 2, 2009 60 mins
Rage is discussed. Psychologist Frank Lawlis is a guest.
Episode 95
Tue, Feb 3, 2009 60 mins
Sexual predators are discussed. Det. Mike Harris and Pam Russell, who works for the Jefferson County DA, are guests.
Episode 96
Wed, Feb 4, 2009 60 mins
The impact of divorce on a child.
Episode 97
Thu, Feb 5, 2009 60 mins
Marital problems are discussed.
Episode 98
Fri, Feb 6, 2009 60 mins
Problems women have with men are discussed.
Episode 99
Mon, Feb 9, 2009 60 mins
Drug addiction is discussed.
Episode 100
Tue, Feb 10, 2009 60 mins
A family in crisis are counseled.
Episode 101
Wed, Feb 11, 2009 60 mins
The case of a single mother of 14, including infant octuplets, is discussed. Dr. Jim Sears is a guest.
Episode 102
Thu, Feb 12, 2009 60 mins
The mother of octuplets is discussed.
Episode 103
Fri, Feb 13, 2009 60 mins
Rekindling romance for Valentine's Day is discussed.
Episode 104
Mon, Feb 16, 2009 60 mins
A look at girls growing up too fast. Author M. Gigi Durham ("The Lolita Effect: The Media Sexualization of Young Girls and What We Can Do About It") is a guest.
Episode 105
Tue, Feb 17, 2009 60 mins
Fear and trauma are discussed.
Episode 106
Wed, Feb 18, 2009 60 mins
Katie Wagner. Also: A weight-loss program is tested.
Episode 107
Thu, Feb 19, 2009 60 mins
The octuplets controversy is discussed.
Episode 108
Fri, Feb 20, 2009 60 mins
Tyler Perry. Also: Dysfunctional families are discussed.
Episode 109
Mon, Feb 23, 2009 60 mins
A teenager's obsession with her boyfriend is discussed.
Episode 110
Tue, Feb 24, 2009 60 mins
Internet scams are exposed by attorney Steven J. Weisman.
Episode 111
Wed, Feb 25, 2009 60 mins
Nadya Suleman, the mother of octuplets, is interviewed.
Episode 112
Thu, Feb 26, 2009 60 mins
Nadya Suleman, the mother of octuplets, is interviewed.
Episode 113
Fri, Feb 27, 2009 60 mins
Child support is discussed.
Episode 114
Mon, Mar 2, 2009 60 mins
Saving money is discussed.
Episode 115
Tue, Mar 3, 2009 60 mins
Reigniting libido is discussed. Rabbi Shmuley Boteach ("Shalom in the Home") is a guest.
Episode 116
Wed, Mar 4, 2009 60 mins
Relationships between married people and people of the opposite sex are discussed.
Episode 117
Thu, Mar 5, 2009 60 mins
Out-of-control teens are counseled.
Episode 118
Fri, Mar 6, 2009 60 mins
Out-of-control teens are sent to San Quentin to be scared straight.
Episode 119
Mon, Mar 9, 2009 60 mins
Gold-digging women are discussed. Attorney Lauren Lake is a guest.
Episode 120
Tue, Mar 10, 2009 60 mins
The Suleman octuplets are discussed.
Episode 121
Wed, Mar 11, 2009 60 mins
Dr. Phil meets the Suleman octuplets.
Episode 122
Thu, Mar 12, 2009 60 mins
Domestic violence is discussed.
Episode 123
Fri, Mar 13, 2009 60 mins
Caitlyn and Kris Jenner and Kim, Khloe and Kourtney Kardashian are guests.
Episode 124
Mon, Mar 16, 2009 60 mins
Nadya Suleman, mother of octuplets, fields questions from audience members.
Episode 125
Tue, Mar 17, 2009 60 mins
Young couples whose relationships are rocked by betrayals, domestic violence and infidelity.
Episode 126
Wed, Mar 18, 2009 60 mins
Troubled young couples are counseled at the Dr. Phil house.
Episode 127
Thu, Mar 19, 2009 60 mins
Patti Stanger ("The Millionaire Matchmaker") and Dr. Phil give advice on finding a mate.
Episode 128
Fri, Mar 20, 2009 60 mins
Domestic violence is discussed. Bishop T.D. Jakes is a guest.
Episode 129
Mon, Mar 23, 2009 60 mins
Wedding disasters. Included: a woman who was left at the altar; a woman who was hospitalized on the big day.
Episode 130
Tue, Mar 24, 2009 60 mins
Three young couples with troubled relationships move into the Dr. Phil House for three days of counseling.
Episode 131
Wed, Mar 25, 2009 60 mins
An update on Nadya Suleman and her octuplets. Guests include attorneys Gloria Allred and Jeff Czech and founders of Angels in Waiting USA.
Episode 132
Fri, Mar 27, 2009 60 mins
Advice on discussing financial matters with children.
Episode 133
Mon, Mar 30, 2009 60 mins
A look at young women who are selling sexual services online, and what's being done to curtail the dangerous practice.
Episode 134
Tue, Mar 31, 2009 60 mins
Three young couples with troubled relationships are counseled.
Episode 135
Wed, Apr 1, 2009 60 mins
A discussion of parents who are taking out their anger over economic troubles on their children. Pediatrician Jim Sears provides insight.
Episode 136
Thu, Apr 2, 2009 60 mins
An update on the story of a family whose father allegedly claimed to be the Messiah and repeatedly abused his children.
Episode 137
Fri, Apr 3, 2009 60 mins
Professional people-finder Troy Dunn shares stories of loved ones reuniting, some without happy endings.
Episode 138
Thu, Apr 16, 2009 60 mins
Sexting, the act of sending provocative photos via cell phone, is discussed.
Episode 139
Fri, Apr 17, 2009 60 mins
Weight loss is discussed.
Episode 140
Mon, Apr 20, 2009 60 mins
Teenage parenting is discussed.
Episode 141
Tue, Apr 21, 2009 60 mins
Menopause is discussed.
Episode 142
Wed, Apr 22, 2009 60 mins
The murder of 8-year-old California girl Sandra Cantu is discussed.
Episode 143
Thu, Apr 23, 2009 60 mins
Spousal abuse is discussed.
Episode 144
Fri, Apr 24, 2009 60 mins
Resistance to marriage is discussed.
Episode 145
Mon, Apr 27, 2009 60 mins
Accused Craigslist killer Philip Markoff is discussed.
Episode 146
Tue, Apr 28, 2009 60 mins
A control freak is a guest.
Episode 147
Wed, Apr 29, 2009 60 mins
Tips on saving money and finding a job.
Episode 148
Thu, Apr 30, 2009 60 mins
People who cause problems for their families when they pursue their dreams are guests. Aspiring musicians are evaluated by music producer David Foster.
Episode 149
Fri, May 1, 2009 60 mins
Teen cosmetic surgery is discussed.
Episode 150
Mon, May 4, 2009 60 mins
Dr. Phil visits Detroit, where he counsels families facing considerable financial difficulties. Also: The host and author Mitch Albom visit a pastor who is trying to help Detroit's homeless.
Episode 151
Tue, May 5, 2009 60 mins
Dr. Phil kicks off a parenting boot camp for moms and dads who have lost control of their children. Also: updates on two mother-son duos who were helped on a past episode.
Episode 152
Wed, May 6, 2009 60 mins
Four families with dysfunctional parent-child relationships move into the Dr. Phil House.
Episode 153
Thu, May 7, 2009 60 mins
Two families battling addiction are helped.
Episode 154
Fri, May 8, 2009 60 mins
Mothers accused of being overbearing are the guests, including one mom who irons her 24-year-old son's boxers.
Episode 155
Mon, May 11, 2009 60 mins
Cases discussed include that of a missing teenage girl a mother who killed her two young sons.
Episode 156
Tue, May 12, 2009 60 mins
Parenting is discussed.
Episode 157
Wed, May 13, 2009 60 mins
Eating disorders are discussed.
Episode 158
Thu, May 14, 2009 60 mins
Father-daughter relationships are discussed.
Episode 159
Fri, May 15, 2009 60 mins
Risky teen behaviors, including substance abuse and fighting, are discussed. Dr. Jim Sears offers advice.
Episode 160
Mon, May 18, 2009 60 mins
Drunken-driving deaths are discussed. Included: a woman whose daughter was killed by an allegedly drunken driver.
Episode 161
Tue, May 19, 2009 60 mins
A discussion of the Drew Peterson case. Guests include attorney Gloria Allred.
Episode 162
Wed, May 20, 2009 60 mins
Troubled marriages are discussed.
Episode 163
Thu, May 21, 2009 60 mins
Drew Peterson's children's future is discussed. Guests include Anna Doman, the sister of the woman Peterson is accused of murdering, legal analyst Lisa Bloom and author Derek Armstrong ("Drew Peterson Exposed").
Episode 164
Fri, May 22, 2009 60 mins
Weight loss is discussed. Margo Reymundo performs.
Episode 165
Mon, May 25, 2009 60 mins
The foster-care system is discussed.
Episode 166
Tue, May 26, 2009 60 mins
Parenting advice.
Episode 167
Fri, May 29, 2009 60 mins
California's Proposition 8 is discussed. Panelists include attorney Gloria Allred, Human Rights Campaign president Joe Solmonese, San Francisco mayor Gavin Newsom, pastor Jim Garlow, National Organization for Marriage president Maggie Gallagher and political consultant Jeff Flint.
Episode 168
Mon, Jul 6, 2009 60 mins
Teen pregnancy is discussed. Dr. Lisa Masterson is a guest.
Episode 169
Tue, Jul 7, 2009 60 mins
A pregnant teen decides whether to keep her baby or give it up for adoption.
Episode 170
Wed, Jul 8, 2009 60 mins
Bishop T.D. Jakes answers questions from the audience.
Episode 171
Thu, Jul 9, 2009 60 mins
Topics: attention deficit disorder, marriage.
Episode 172
Fri, Jul 10, 2009 60 mins
Obsessive-compulsive disorder is discussed.
Episode 173
Wed, Sep 2, 2009 60 mins
Stay-at-home dads are discussed, since over 80 percent of the job losses in the recession involve men.
Episode 174
Thu, Sep 3, 2009 60 mins
Exploring the Jaycee Dugard kidnapping.
Episode 175
Fri, Sep 4, 2009 60 mins
Updating a "Get Real Retreat" episode in which topics included addiction, anger, abuse and grief.
Episode 176
Mon, Sep 7, 2009 60 mins
Exploring family stress and its effect on marriage.
Episode 177
Tue, Sep 8, 2009 60 mins
A show devoted to improving parenting skills focuses on the mother-daughter relationship.
Episode 178
Wed, Sep 9, 2009 60 mins
Topic: Women who want children despite opposition from their significant others.
Episode 179
Thu, Sep 10, 2009 60 mins
Exploring effects of economic woes on marriage. Guests include lawyer Areva Martin.
Episode 180
Fri, Sep 11, 2009 60 mins
Exploring unusual behavior and its effect on relationships.