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NYC Mayor Eric Adams on an evening tour of the Herald Square and West 4th Street subway stations, where Hizzoner and McGraw explore the mayor's PATH initiative, which provides resources to assist homeless and mentally ill.

Dr. Phil Primetime

Below NYC With Mayor Eric Adams

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson discusses his new book that helps inspire and unite by sharing the greatest stories ever told.

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson: We Who Wrestle With God

Dr. Phil takes the newly appointed Border Czar Tom Homan on a journey to the Arizona-Mexico border, where they confront the harsh realities of the unfinished border wall and have a candid discussion with America's sheriffs about Homan.

Securing the Border: Tom Homan's Strategy With America's Sheriffs

Dr. Phil sits down with NYC Mayor Eric Adams for a wide-ranging interview about the sanctuary city, his meeting with new Border Czar Tom Homan, his shocking indictments, and the acquittal of Daniel Penny.

NYC Mayor Adams Speaks

Dr. Phil joins Steve Harvey to guide 250 teens at the Steve Harvey Mentoring Camp, teaching them to become responsible, ambitious men. Through laughter, tears, and wisdom, they inspire young men raised in single female-headed homes to reach their full potential.

Father Figures: Dr. Phil and Steve Harvey

Dr. Phil shines a light on remarkable achievements and inspiring stories of extraordinary young people across the nation.

Exceptional Youth

Dr. Phil discusses the impact advancements in technology are having on schools across the nation.

AI: The Future of Education?

America's drug shortage is impacting millions of lives and threatening the US's national security.

Our Dangerous Dependency On China

Dr. Phil explores the impact of today's more potent marijuana, from addiction, psychosis and even suicide.

Addiction Psychosis, Trips to the ER and Suicide: Is It Still Just Weed

Dr. Phil delves into the alarming rise of sextortion targeting teen boys, uncovering the silent threats lurking in the digital world and urging families to tighten their bonds before it is too late.

Control + Alt + Deceive: Teen Boys & Sextortion

Two mothers battling obesity actively utilize the GLP-1 shot for weight loss and now advocate for their children to follow suit.

Childhood Obesity: A Shot to Thinness?

A look at a viral video of a teenage girl getting beaten up by her classmate; Dr. Phil sits down with the accused 13-year-old bully, who allegedly beat up two teens, to find out why she is so angry.

Likes for Bullies & Punches: The Teen Speaks Out

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A discussion about how many accuse the social media companies of intentionally designing social a platforms to keep children/young adults addicted.

S2024 E86 | Designed to Addict: An Intentional Epidemic