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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
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Home Is Not Safe
Ethan wants to protect himself and his siblings from his mom's abusive boyfriend, but how can a 13-year-old kid do that? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872…
The Dr. Laura PodcastDo You Need Therapy? (Dealing With Your Anxiety & Depression)
Many of you call me, wondering if you need professional help for your stress and anxiety, and my answer is frequently, “no.” Why would I say that it's usually…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI Want to Break This Cycle
After 4 divorces, Cheryl is engaged again but afraid she may have chosen another man with questionable character. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make…
The Dr. Laura PodcastIs Leaving the Right Thing to Do?
Mary is fed up with her wife's lack of morals, but fears leaving will damage her relationship with the kids and grandchildren. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
The Dr. Laura PodcastTherapy Hasn't Helped Me
Ryan believes that Dr. Laura can help him with his problem far better than his therapist of 4 years has been able to. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Husband Is Done
Brooke has been dismissive of her husband for years, and now he's finally had enough. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Dad Doesn't Know I'm Gay
Dr. Laura encourages Pat to stop hiding the fact that she's gay from her father. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI Can't Win With My Wife
It doesn't seem that there is anything Frank can do to satisfy his wife. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow me…
The Dr. Laura PodcastWhat Am I Doing Wrong?
Renee doesn't understand why her relationship with her son and his wife isn't improving. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
The Dr. Laura PodcastDo I Choose My Wife or Our Kids?
Brian is in the difficult position of having to choose between appeasing his mentally ill wife or staying connected to their adult children and grandchildren…
The Dr. Laura PodcastHighway Driving Freaks Me Out
Dr. Laura helps Amelia understand what causes her to have panic attacks when she's behind the wheel of her car. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
The Dr. Laura PodcastOur Dad is Gone, and We're Not Sad
Jayme's dad was cremated after his death, and none of his children want to take ownership of his ashes. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI Feel Like a Boob
Amber feels stupid for going out of her way to help her son because he doesn't show her any appreciation. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
The Dr. Laura PodcastHis Ghosting Is Haunting Me
Dr. Laura prescribes a quick and easy remedy to Sara who can’t get over being ghosted. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
The Dr. Laura PodcastGrief Has Turned My Life Upside-Down
Stacy feels overwhelmed with balancing intense grief and keeping up with her previous routine. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI Do What My Husband Wants
Karla's unwillingness to think for herself and stand up to her husband is ruining her relationship with her daughter. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI Don't Know How to Live on My Own
Michael is newly divorced and floundering since his ex-wife ran their home and did practically everything for him. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI Keep Reliving My Abandonment
Despite past abandonments, Dr. Laura shows Carrie that her life is filled with people who stepped up and committed themselves to her. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Daughter's Tumor Has Changed Her
Jennifer is worried that her 14-year-old daughter has become withdrawn since having brain surgery. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Friend Wants to Be My Priority
Rebecca fears hurting a long-time friend who has unrealistic expectations for their relationship. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment…
The Dr. Laura PodcastHow to Teach Your Daughter to Avoid Stupid Mistakes
In 1994, after more than a decade of trying to help my female callers and private clients unravel the mistakes they were making, I wrote my first bestseller…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI'm Choosing to Live
Jade is desperate to find joy in her life so she can move past her feelings of wanting to give up. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI'm Ready to Date Again
Josh is wondering how to find romance again after losing his wife of 35 years. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com…
The Dr. Laura PodcastWhat Comes After Death?
Larry wishes he felt a greater sense of peace about what happens after we die. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI Let My Wife Down Again
Wesley is starting to realize that failing to protect his wife is a big mistake. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com…
The Dr. Laura PodcastBoosting My Son's Confidence
Elizabeth turns to Dr. Laura for ideas on how to help her son improve his negative self-perception. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI Did a Stupid Thing
April is doing her best to save her marriage since admitting her affair. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow me…
The Dr. Laura PodcastHow Can I Be Supportive In This Time of Need?
April is doing her best to save her marriage since admitting her affair. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow me…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Brother is Destroying His Life
Tina's mom doesn't understand why she isn't more compassionate toward her drug-addicted brother. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Parents Don't Value My Choice
Elizabeth's parents belittle her decision to be a stay-at-home mom, leaving her no choice but to cut ties with them. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
The Dr. Laura PodcastThe Importance of Discipline vs. Punishment
In my very first Deep Dive episode, I talked about how our society is being torn apart, largely thanks to parents failing at their jobs. If you don't raise…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI Cave to My Daughter’s Behavior
Sara recognizes she’s lost control as a parent because she fears discipling her temperamental 8-year-old daughter. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Mother is Ruining My Marriage
Jordan knows he could lose his marriage if things don't change with his overbearing, destructive mother. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI Don't Think My Granddaughter Should Get Married
Elizabeth is concerned that her young granddaughter is rushing into the responsibility of marriage. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Husband Is Secretly Talking to Other Women
Kimberly has to decide how she wants to live after discovering that her husband of 39 years has been leading a double life online. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Daughter and I Aren't Speaking
Although her daughter has cut her off over their differing views on abortion, Julie can't help but want to reach out on her birthday. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI'm in an Uncomfortable Situation
Paula wants to make sure that her plan to report the inappropriate comment a colleague made to a student is the correct one. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
The Dr. Laura PodcastWhat Should I Make of This?
Mike isn't sure what it means that his girlfriend told him she wants to go out less frequently, but made plans with a friend right in front of him. Call…
The Dr. Laura PodcastThis is Not the Time to Be a "B"
Jehnet's brother is dying, and she wonders if she should tell her family why she doesn't plan to go to the funeral. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI'm Stuck in a Lease With My Lover
Shane fears that the lease he shares with his boyfriend is going to make it hard to get out of the relationship. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make…
The Dr. Laura Podcast4 More Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Get Married
People get engaged and it's just sooooo romantic. Then they get married and ask themselves – what the hell just happened? Because, too often, they didn't spend…
The Dr. Laura PodcastIs This Guy a Waste of Time?
Are differing commitments to religion a relationship red flag? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow me on social…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Granddaughter's World is Falling Apart
Ever since Mike's grandson drowned in a backyard pool, his son and daughter-in-law have not provided a stable and safe home for their surviving child. Call…
The Dr. Laura PodcastHelp for Bullied Kids
Elizabeth's son is starting to be taunted in school, and Dr. Laura knows exactly what he should do about it. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
The Dr. Laura PodcastHow Should We RSVP?
Ellie and her husband are less than thrilled about attending his sister's 3rd wedding. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
The Dr. Laura PodcastShould I Apologize to My Kids?
Adam realizes that divorcing was harmful to his kids and wonders if he should have a heart-to-heart with them and apologize for destroying their home. Call…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI Can't Afford to Leave My Husband
Darlene is afraid she can't afford to leave her angry, hostile husband and raise their two boys on her own. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
The Dr. Laura PodcastShould I Repair Things With My Sister?
Callie is busy being a wife and a new mommy, but she's wondering if she should put time into reconnecting with her estranged sister. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Frustration Stops Me
Lynda is confused about why her excitement quickly turns to frustration when she works on her cherished crafting projects. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Daughter Is With the Wrong Guy
What should Jennifer say to her daughter who is shacking up with a drunk? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow me…
The Dr. Laura Podcast4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Get Married
Divorce rates would probably plummet if people actually prepared for marriage. You've heard the saying, “Love is Blind.” Well, love can also make you do some…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Husband Is Becoming Abusive
Navi's husband of 21 years has started to become violent. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow me on social media…
The Dr. Laura PodcastAm I Being Unreasonable With My Expectations?
Sarah wonders if she's wrong for wanting her kids to take on more financial responsibility now that they are in college. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872…
The Dr. Laura PodcastWhy Am I Still Thinking About My Ex?
Jonathan left his wife and children for a new relationship that didn't work out. Now he's lonely and ruminating about his failed relationship. Call…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI'm Hanging on to Old Feelings
Alex had his heart broken a few years ago and he just can't seem to move forward. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI Want My Daughter To Be Happy
Jason is wondering what he can do to help make his adult daughter more happy and successful. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
The Dr. Laura PodcastHere’s How I Responded to My Shack-Up Daughter
Mary shares what happened when she confronted her want-to-be shack up daughter with Dr. Laura's advice. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
The Dr. Laura PodcastIs My Kid Too Young for Pre-K?
Dr. Laura schools Owen on the silliness of a pre-k "education." Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow me on social…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI’m Done Rescuing My Brother
Dee’s seeking reassurance that she did the right thing by rejecting her homeless brother’s plea to move in with her. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
The Dr. Laura PodcastWhere Do I Fit into This Puzzle?
Natalie can tell that her two foster daughters suffer emotionally after every visit with their biological family, but is it her place to do something about it?…