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The Dr. Laura Podcast
My Call of the Day is now “The Dr. Laura Podcast” - Dr. Laura is in. Every day. No charge. I’m sharing my take on pressing issues, enlightening research on human behavior, answering questions I get by email, and my favorite, most instructive interactions with callers. Everything you’ll hear is designed to help you become a better spouse, parent, family member, co-worker, friend, and human being. It’s the free therapy you need! Download “The Dr. Laura Podcast” at DrLaura.com, the SiriusXM app…
Episodes
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My Child Lives in One State, and I Live in Another
Jason is in an unhappy 2nd marriage, miles away from his daughter who he only sees in the summertime. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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It's Time for Lynn to Put Her Son in His Place
A failed family business deal has opened up a can of worms between Lynn, her husband and their son. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment…
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Do I Have Grounds for Divorce?
Dr. Laura helps Joanna see that she has the power to turn her marriage around and avoid the divorce she's been considering. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
The Dr. Laura PodcastRefresher: I Hurt My Wife When I Shunned Her Affection
From my Call of the Day archives; Ron's wife is upset that he rejected her hug when she was trying to comfort him. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make…
The Dr. Laura PodcastDeep Dive: Accept Your Spouse’s Limitations
One of my favorite t-shirts in the Merch Store at DrLaura.com reads, “You Picked Him. Stop Picking on Him!” It’s something I say to callers a lot. Mostly to…
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Something to Consider Before Mailing the Invitations
Kaley is wondering if omitting a family member from her wedding invitation list is worth the drama it will cause. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make…
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My Daughter Wants to Live on Her Own
Elizabeth worries about her college-aged daughter staying behind while the rest of the family moves to a new state. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
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Refresher: Should My Son Go to Military School?
From my Call of the Day archives; Heather is a single mom who says her son needs to course-correct, and she wonders if military school is the best option. Call…
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My Daughter Refuses to Forgive
Even her granddad's impending death isn't enough to move Jim's daughter to forgive her grandparents for their reaction to her teen pregnancy years ago. Call…
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Lisa is Afraid to Leave Her Husband
Will Lisa let her fear of change prevent her from leaving her lying, cheating husband? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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Today's Kids Don't See Sex as Special
17-year-old Jett is unhappy that his mom won't let him attend a sleepover trip with his girlfriend and other young couples. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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Why am I So Sad About Losing a Cat?
Tina is tired of her husband treating her as poorly as she treats herself. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow me…
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I've Spent Too Many Years Like This
Tina is tired of her husband treating her as poorly as she treats herself. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow me…
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I'm Not Superwoman!
Since her mom's death, her husband's devastating illness and a big move, Collette is throwing off her Superwoman cape and calling for backup. Call…
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How Can I Light My Wife's Fire?
Bryan's perimenopausal wife has lost her interest in sex. What can he do to help rekindle some passion? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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Refresher: I Made the Wrong Decision
From my Call of the Day archives; Stephanie thinks the guilt she felt over having an abortion at age 18 led her to marry a man who was unable to have children…
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Deep Dive: Why Have Them If You Won’t Raise Them?
How would your baby rate your job performance if she could? Of all the things we can give our children, attention is what they most need and want. Children…
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Jealousy is the Root of All Evil
Fighting over mommy's attention is the cause of a lot of unhappiness in Carson and Cameron's home. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment…
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Can People Really Change?
Pamela wonders if her boyfriend's history as a cheater is an indication of a future problem. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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Refresher: I Want to Repair Things with My Sister
From my Call of the Day archives; Del says that, as an adult, he now understands how unkind his parents were to his sister when they were growing up and feels…
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My Daughter Doesn't Confide in Me
When Kristen's daughter has a problem, she confides in her best friend's parents instead of her own. What, if anything, should Kristen to do about this lack of…
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Does Divorce Contribute to Lack of Respect?
Richard is a divorced dad who's having a hard time getting his adult daughters to follow his house rules when visiting. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
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Some Family Fallouts Are a Blessing in Disguise
Ellen has the chance to grow and become healthy now that she's free from her abusive family. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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Grandma Needs to Do Whatever It Takes
Julie and her daughter have had a falling out and she's concerned about being able to see her grandchildren. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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These Are the Repercussions of Chaos
Georgia misses having a relationship with her grandson who has disowned his whole family over his chaotic childhood. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
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Boys Need a Healthy Fear of Their Fathers
Scott is starting to understand that his son's lack of respect for their family rules stems from his failing to be a strong leader and role model in his home…
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It's Hard to Let Go of a Deceased Parents' Things
Lori can't decide what to do with the belongings that her mother left behind after her death. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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Refresher: I Haven't Let Go of My Father's Hate
From my Call of the Day archives; At 51, Trisha says she still suffers from the pain of living with an abusive father who belittled her and told her she would…
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Deep Dive: The Father Factor - The Importance of Dads in Children’s Lives
It takes a man to turn a boy into a man. And a dad to show his daughter what she should be looking for in a future husband. That’s why I’m constantly nagging…
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Talking to Kids About Their Deadbeat Dads
Vivianna doesn't know what to say to her daughter whose father who dropped out of their lives after remarrying and having more kids. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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Is My Husband Having a Mid-Life Crisis?
Theresa's husband's new hobby is forcing her to consider divorce. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow me on…
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Refresher: My Husband is Getting More Negative With Age
From my Call of the Day archives; Susie says it's exhausting living with her husband who seems to constantly find things to complain about and asks Dr. Laura's…
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Grandparents Have Little Power
Michelle is concerned about the welfare of her granddaughter, but what, if anything, can she do to protect her? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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Therapy Hasn't Helped
Dr. Laura helps Kristen identify the reason why 15 years of psychotherapy has not resulted in success. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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Dee is Being a Silly Female
Dee has fallen in love with her "friend with benefits" who doesn't want more than a superficial relationship. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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The Do's and Don'ts of First Jobs
14-year-old Jason is a frequent Dr. Laura listener and wonders what she thinks about his plans for his first job. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make…
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Chronic Pain is Wrecking My Life
Theresa's chronic pain is worsening with age, and she'd like to learn some new coping strategies. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment…
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I Don't Like Supporting My In-Laws
Janice is angry that her husband gives money away to his family members willy-nilly while she manages their home on a specific monthly budget. Call…
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I Found All the Answers I Needed at DrLaura.com
Ruth calls to share how a combination of Deep Dive podcast episodes, Calls of the Day and YouTube videos she found through DrLaura.com helped her make an…
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Refresher: How Can I Help With My Wife's Moodiness?
From my Call of the Day archives; Michael's wife is experiencing angry outbursts as a side-effect of her brain surgery, and it seems everything he does makes…
The Dr. Laura PodcastDeep Dive: Most Divorce is Unnecessary
When you see a cute old couple who looks like they’ve been married 120 years, wrinkled, hunched over, walking down the street holding hands, you may be tempted…
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Mistakes Are Meant to Teach Us Something
The problems surrounding Linda's failed marriage are seeping into her current romance. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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Less Talk, More Action
Amy learns the reasons why sweetness and physical touch are better ways to connect with her man than therapy and talking things out. A better, happier marriage…
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Refresher: A Business Deal Ruined My Relationship
From my Call of the Day archives; A business deal destroyed Steve's relationship with his best friend, and he can't get past losing such an important person in…
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I'm Changing to Save My Marriage
Megan credits "The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands" with helping her quickly recognize how she could change to keep her marriage from crumbling. Order my…
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Why is My Preschooler Behaving This Way?
Amy is alarmed that, seemingly overnight, her 3-year-old went from being fiercely independent to wanting mommy and daddy's help. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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I Don't Like My Daughter's Name Anymore
Sophie believes she and her husband picked the wrong name for their daughter when she was born three years ago, and now they want to change it. Call…
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Our Salad Bowl of a Marriage is Rotting
Kelly and Kyle are paying the price for getting married when they each have minor children to raise. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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I Feel Like I Live in a Zoo
Jenny's husband insisted on getting lots of animals for their ranch home, but does little to care for them. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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I'm Offended!
Jill doesn't understand why her husband wants her to find her own job instead of going to work for him at his company. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
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Getting Sober Hasn't Solved My Problems
Shelby is surprised that her life hasn't completely turned around since she stopped drinking 80 days ago. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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Refresher: I Wasn't There For My Dad's Death
From my Call of the Day archives; Donald was recovering from COVID when his dad was admitted to the hospital for heart surgery, and he regrets not being there…
The Dr. Laura PodcastDeep Dive: Dr. Laura LIVE at SiriusXM Los Angeles Studios
Have you come to one of my live stage performances? I’ve done many over the years, but the ones at the SiriusXM studios in Los Angeles have been among the most…
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My Daughter is Taking My Grandkids Away
Karen is shocked that her daughter and son-in-law have decided to move their family to a different state. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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Confident, Comfortable, Strong
Dr. Laura offers Julie a remedy for the panic that overcomes her when she feels criticized. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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Refresher: I Can't Get Over My Ex
From my Call of the Day archives; Sarah says that despite catching her ex-boyfriend cheating, she thinks of him constantly and feels like she can't move on…
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Evan Has To Contend With a Major Red Flag
Things have been great since Evan and his fiancé moved in together except that she insists on every room being decorated and arranged to her specifications…
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I Suspect Elder Abuse
Ann is worried that the young lady who recently befriended her mother is taking financial advantage of her. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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What's a Divorced Dad to Do?
Marc's adult daughter will only see him if he agrees to have her mom, Marc's ex-wife, join them. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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My Husband Won't Fix Anything
Christina's crumbling home is a metaphor for the way life with her husband is going. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com…