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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 PodcastTaking Care When You're the Caregiver (caregiver burnout)
Many of you are sacrificing a large part of your lives to take care of an ill spouse, child, parent or other loved one. Often caregivers are women who are…
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My Mom Will Never Be Mommy
Beth knows she won’t have the relationship she wants with her mother, but does this mean she failed? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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Why Do I Say “Yes” When I Mean “No”?
Christine doesn't like the way her husband's family treats her, but the people-pleaser in her can't say “no” to getting together. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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Why Am I Constantly Second-Guessing Myself?
Dr. Laura offers a simple solution for Stacey's ongoing insecurity at work. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow…
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My In-Laws Are Going to Be So Disappointed
Robby's in-laws expect to see their grandson in church for his confirmation ceremony even though it would mean skipping his lacrosse playoffs. Call…
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How To Get What You Want From Your Man
Linda wants something from her husband, but she forgot that he's not a mind reader! Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com…
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My Son Injured His Classmate
How should Joi handle her 6-year-old son who's been suspended for pushing a little girl at school? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment…
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My Husband Is Depressed
Diane is worried that her husband's depression is going to damage their marriage. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com…
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My Mother-in-Law is Rude!
It's time for Katie to teach her daughter how to stand up to impolite comments, even when the rudeness is coming from her grandmother. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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Our Son Wants Help With His Wedding
Barbara and Ed are wondering if they should help their son pay for his wedding since his fiance's family doesn't have the money. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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Coping with Your Serious Illness (letting yourself be cared for)
Dealing with a serious illness is one of life's most difficult challenges. It's understandable to react with panic, fear and anxiety and even to ask “why me?”…
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How Can We Help Our Bipolar Child?
What should Debbie be doing to help her 21-year-old daughter manage her bipolar disorder? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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My Dad's Not Stepping Up
Nori has had some recent setbacks, and she's wondering why her dad isn't trying harder to help her. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment…
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I Want To Save My Struggling Son
Dr. Laura shows Mary the importance of letting her son overcome his own struggles without mom's help. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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My Buddy Is Getting on My Nerves
Alison isn't sure how to tell her socially awkward friend that some of her behaviors are annoying. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment…
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My Daughter Lashes Out at Me
Jessica wonders if her husband's suicide is the cause of her daughter's bad temperament. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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How Do I Split My Time Between Being Mom and Auntie?
Laura's sister doesn't want to be around Laura's baby boy, which means Laura doesn't get to see her niece as much as she would like. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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My Stepson Ignored Me on My Birthday
Mickela is growing frustrated with her 15-year-old stepson's lack of attention during holidays and special events. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make…
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I Want My Hubs to Share Toddler Duty
Is it reasonable for Christina to expect her husband to take care of the kids right after he comes home from work? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make…
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Are WE the Problem?
Dr. Laura suggests Janet should examine the family dynamics and marital problems that have impacted her 18-year-old daughter’s eating disorder. Call…
The Dr. Laura PodcastFighting Fair in Marriage
It's normal to have differences of opinions and even to have heated debates over some of your disagreements. What I think is ideal is being able to let go of…
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I Didn’t Make His Last Months Memorable
Terri wishes she could re-do the last six months she had with her husband before he passed. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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Do I Put My Son or Myself First?
Simone’s therapist recommends prioritizing her health amid cancer treatment, but does that mean abandoning her 15-year-old son for the fifth time? Call…
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Should I Ask More Questions?
Lori’s husband voluntarily told her about what happened at the massage parlor, but does she trust him enough to believe it's the full story? Call…
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My Husband Called Our Daughter Trash
Star's husband is outraged that their adult daughter got a tattoo, and he doesn't understand why his wife is not as upset as he is. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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My Teen is Gay
Lindsey's daughter is living with a family friend while her parents try to adjust to the news that she has a girlfriend. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872…
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We Can't Be Perfect All the Time
7-year-old George got so frustrated when his grades were slightly less than perfect that he ripped up his report card. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
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Can Grief Counseling Cure Me?
Dr. Laura has an idea for helping Rebecca cope with the grief of her miscarriages that could benefit the whole family. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
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Should I Meet My Daughter's Stepmother?
In the 6 years since her ex-husband's remarriage, Michele has never met the woman her child calls stepmom. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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My Nest is Empty
Gabriella is sad and depressed because her son has moved across the country. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow…
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Stupid Things Mothers-In-Law Do
Mother-in-law / daughter-in-law relationships are just about the most major subject I've dealt with over my decades on the radio. When the in-laws and adult…
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My Parents Have Never Liked My Wife
Austin has to make a decision; protect his wife and kids from his destructive mother or continue to cater to his meddling parents. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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My Friends Are Leaving Me Out
6-year-old Charlotte wants to scream about her so-called friends leaving her out of their talent show. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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Grief Looks Different on Each Person
Matt wonders if he's insensitive since he doesn't feel as sad about the death of his pets as other callers seem to. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
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I'm Heartbroken Over My Fur Babies
Robyn and her husband are bracing for the emptiness they know they'll feel when the dog they've had since they first got married dies. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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My Teen is Not on Track
Holly thinks she needs to micromanage her 15-year-old son because he doesn't push himself as hard to succeed as she would like. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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How Can I Stop Holding Grudges?
Angie's inability to let criticism go is causing problems with her friendships and marriage. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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The World is Full of Crummy People
Dr. Laura knows just how 11-year-old Rassol should respond to the junior high bullies who are making him miserable. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
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I'm Dreaming of Loving Parents
Why can't Elina and her parents have the sweet and loving relationship that she is hoping for? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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My Daughter Wants Us to Forgive Her Boyfriend
Trisha's daughter is asking her parents to accept the boyfriend who cheated on her back into the family. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
The Dr. Laura PodcastStupid Things Daughters-In-Law Do
Ok can we be real here? A mother-in-law who cleans while she's waiting for you to get ready is probably not trying to hurt you ... Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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I Can’t Stand Seeing This Behavior!
Dr. Laura warns Susan to stay out of her daughter-in-law's relationship with her mother. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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I’m Angry at My Evil Dad
Bonnie doesn’t want to give herself credit for changing her life after her father’s evil actions. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment…
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Was My Dad Wrong to Gossip About Me?
Ruth can't believe her late father shared negative opinions of her with her siblings. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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I’m Not Ready to See My Estranged Dad
Dr. Laura has four words of advice for Elle who's nervous about seeing her estranged father at a family gathering. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make…
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I Didn’t Raise My Daughter to Act This Way
How should Cami discipline her daughter for the racial comments she made toward other students? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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I Want My Mom Back
Derek wants to reconcile with his mom after she and his step father kicked him out of their home. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment…
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I'm So Uncomfortable In Social Situations
Renee would like to overcome the anti-social behaviors she thinks she inherited from her father. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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How Do I Reconcile With My Sister?
It's been 10 years since Marion has spoken to her sister, and she has no idea of where to start to make amends. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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Why Do I Lose Control of My Diet?
Debbie is very disciplined in her eating habits during the week and doesn't understand how she can lose all control during her less-structured weekends. Call…
The Dr. Laura PodcastTips for Parenting Toddlers
I didn't personally experience the terrible twos because my kid didn't give me that particular challenge. I kept waiting! I'd wake up, open one eye and wonder…
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We Need to Create New Memories
Grandparents Kathie and Lonnie need advice for how to help avoid triggering their granddaughter's memories of her horrific abuse. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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What Are the “Rules” to Shacking Up?
Cherry's shack up honey doesn't like the amount of time she spends with her friends. Is this a reason to break up their shack up situation? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA…
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Where Do I Go From Here?
The way Wes is living his life is a disappointment to his parents and a detriment to his children, but he doesn't know how to start acting like a man. Call…
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When Porn Becomes an Issue
Aside from his infuriating porn habit, Ellen is happy with her husband and the way he provides and cares for her and their children. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA /…
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I'm Terrified That My Cancer Is Back
Cristy survived her original cancer diagnosis but worries that her worst fears will come true with her next scan. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make…
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Bad Childhood, Bad Behavior
Shanna believes her husband's cheating is a result of his bad childhood, but she's losing patience with his behavior. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or…
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My Wife's Pregnancy is a Turn Off
Roger's a little freaked out by his wife's growing baby bump and has lost his interest in sex. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at…
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I Wish My Daughter Was Different
Marla has always had a strained relationship with her daughter and doesn't know how to improve things with her. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…
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My Kid Doesn't Call Me Back!
Lisa is frustrated that her college-aged daughter is so slow to respond to Lisa's texts and phone calls. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an…