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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 PodcastWhat's the Secret to Making My Wife Happy?
Garrett is frustrated that no matter what he tries, he can't get the connection and intimacy he wants with his wife. - Dr. Laura: "Rebuild your connection by…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Daughters Are Mimicking My Bad Behavior
Susan says she's concerned that her daughters are bickering and arguing because that's what they see their parents doing. - Dr. Laura: "It's more satisfying to…
The Dr. Laura PodcastPolitics is Coming Between My Father and Me
Terry says her father constantly confronts her with political talk despite asking him repeatedly not to. - Dr. Laura: "Turn around and leave each time dad does…
The Dr. Laura PodcastAre Emotions Overshadowing My Judgment?
In this classic episode, Gerald is 27-years-old and thinking of moving in with his girlfriend, but is unsure if this is right to do. - Dr. Laura: "Don't rob…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Kids Won't Let the Past Go
Lynn wishes her adult children would stop bringing up stories of the “dark days” when their parents' fought all the time. - Dr. Laura: "Listening and…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Teen is Hungry for Attention
Heather needs Dr. Laura's advice for how to guide her daughter out of the destructive behavior of posting provocative pictures on social media. - Dr. Laura…
The Dr. Laura PodcastWhy Doesn't Our Dad Care About Us?
Sophia and Alejandro were never told the truth about their parents' divorce, and they don't understand why their dad doesn't spend more time with them. - Dr…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Childhood Molestation is Hurting My Marriage
Kristin was sexually abused by her father when she was 8 years old, and she says that she's taken back to that night each time her husband wants to touch her…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Cancer Scars Are Holding Me Back
Tara is nervous about dating and worried that her breast cancer scars are going to be a turnoff to men. - Dr. Laura: "Reject any man who can't appreciate the…
The Dr. Laura PodcastSelf-Doubt is Interfering With My Job
Shawn is overweight and feels out of place in his job as an executive because his colleagues are typically attractive. - Dr. Laura: "Be proud that your success…
The Dr. Laura PodcastEverything Distracts Me From Studying
Alissa is a nursing school student who can't figure out how to get back to the self-discipline she had before the pandemic. - Dr. Laura: "The height of…
The Dr. Laura PodcastHow Do You Move On When You've Lost The Love Of Your Life?
In this classic episode...ever since his wife died from cancer, Steven has been struggling to pick up the pieces and move forward with his life. What is he…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Son is a Naysayer
Is Sarah's only child truly not interested in trying new activities, or is he reluctant because he fears disappointing his father? - Dr. Laura: "Your approval…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Boss Nitpicks Me
How can Melina respond to her new supervisor who constantly micromanages her and criticizes her work? - Dr. Laura: "Don't be upset with somebody who is…
The Dr. Laura PodcastLong-Distance Love Isn't So Great
Hayley is a college sophomore with a long-distance boyfriend, and she's starting to realize that she's not fully enjoying life as a co-ed. - Dr. Laura: "Live…
The Dr. Laura PodcastHow Do I Stay Strong In My Decision?
Lauren cut her father out of her life, but sometimes feels unhappy and unsure about her decision. - Dr. Laura: "Doing the right thing doesn't necessarily feel…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Mom Can't Cope with How My Sister Died
How can Diane help her mother recognize that taking her sister off life support was necessary and not a mistake? - Dr. Laura: "Hug your mom and say, “I miss…
The Dr. Laura PodcastPCFM Week: I'm an Obnoxious Know-It-All
The Proper Care and Feeding of Marriage Week: Lisa's husband is annoyed by her constant need to correct him and always be right. - Dr. Laura: "No one was ever…
The Dr. Laura PodcastPCFM Week: Do Spats Damage Our Kids?
The Proper Care and Feeding of Marriage Week: In this classic couples counseling episode, Pete and Shelby fear their petty squabbles are hurting the children…
The Dr. Laura PodcastPCFM Week: You Helped Me Put My Marriage Back Together
The Proper Care and Feeding of Marriage Week: Lisa calls to thank Dr. Laura for encouraging listeners to fight for their marriage, especially when kids are…
The Dr. Laura PodcastPCFM Week: My 7-month Marriage is on the Rocks
The Proper Care and Feeding of Marriage Week: Although they dated for many years, Michelle is starting to realize that she and her new husband probably aren't…
The Dr. Laura PodcastPCFM Week: Our Marriage Is Falling Apart
The Proper Care and Feeding of Marriage Week: In this classic couples counseling episode, Lisa and Tony’s therapist has suggested their marriage is more of an…
The Dr. Laura PodcastPCFM Week: I Hate My Husband's Relationship with His Former In-Laws
The Proper Care and Feeding of Marriage Week: Lisa's husband is a widow who has maintained a relationship with his former in-laws, and she'd like him to stop…
The Dr. Laura PodcastPCFM Week: A Disconnect In Our Marriage - Part 2
The Proper Care and Feeding of Marriage Week: In the conclusion to this 2-part episode, Renee discovers what’s been preventing him from being closer to his…
The Dr. Laura PodcastPCFM Week: A Disconnect In Our Marriage - Part 1
The Proper Care and Feeding of Marriage Week: In this classic couples counseling episode, Elissa feels rejected and saddened because her husband Renee can’t…
The Dr. Laura PodcastPCFM Week: My Husband is Stressed Out
The Proper Care and Feeding of Marriage Week: Sue's marriage has gotten better now that her kids are grown up, but her husband is still overworked and under a…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Stepdad is Hard to Get Along With
Larry wishes he had a better relationship with his stepfather and is looking for advice. - Dr. Laura: "Don't turn to a crocodile when you want a cuddle." Do…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI'm Having Trouble Being Happy For My Dad
Elizabeth's mom died unexpectedly, and now her father is dating and would like her to meet his girlfriend. - Dr. Laura: "How you feel about a person is less…
The Dr. Laura PodcastShould I Dump My Girlfriend?
15-year-old John is wondering if it would be easier to break up with his girlfriend now since she will be moving away in a few months. - Dr. Laura: "Live life…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI Want to Live Next to My Parents
Jen would like her new home to be built next to her parents' home, but is that asking too much of her husband? - Dr. Laura: "Reward your husband for all that…
The Dr. Laura PodcastYour Support Led to Success
22 years ago, Dr. Laura encouraged Mike to start his own business so he could have more time with his growing family, and the results are inspiring! - Dr…
The Dr. Laura PodcastShould I Be Upset with My Husband for What He Did on New Year's Eve?
In this classic episode from 2018, Wendy's husband attempted to back out of their New Year's Eve plans, and when he didn't get his way, he acted miserable the…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Son's Happier Out of Day Care
The final Call of the Day episode of the year!! After hearing Dr. Laura's message about the negative effects of daycare, Todd changed his hours to spend more…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI'm Tired of Keeping the Peace
Linda is annoyed by her brothers who won't help with their elderly parents. Should she continue to keep the peace by swallowing her anger? - Dr. Laura: "You…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Parents Didn't Parent Me
Melissa says she's angry over the lack of rules and poor guidance she got in her childhood and it's affecting her relationship with her mother. - Dr. Laura…
The Dr. Laura PodcastAre These Friends Worthy of My Time?
Lamar walked away from his childhood friends because they were unsupportive of his career endeavors, but now he's feeling nostalgic about them. - Dr. Laura…
The Dr. Laura PodcastCounseling Isn't Working For Me
Sean has been in and out of therapy for twenty years trying to work on his insecurities, and it's causing trouble in his marriage. - Dr. Laura: "Treat your…
The Dr. Laura PodcastWe've Lost Our Spark
Rachelle's husband feels neglected and unhappy with their marriage ever since she went back to work. - Dr. Laura: "Women hold the match when it comes to…
The Dr. Laura PodcastIt FINALLY Registered!
36 years after his first drunken call to Dr. Laura, Marty calls back to apologize for the way he behaved. - Dr. Laura: "Taking responsibility for your actions…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI'm Alienating My Daughter
Jane knows that she can no longer be in control when it comes to her adult daughter, but she tries to tell her what to do anyway. - Dr. Laura: "Give advice…
The Dr. Laura PodcastIs Wimpiness in My DNA?
Julia doesn't know if she's capable of changing her wimpy behavior and growing into the more confident person she'd like to be. - Dr. Laura: "Be yourself even…
The Dr. Laura PodcastThis is Not the Way I Want to Live
Traci doesn't understand why she's choosing to live an unhappy life with a jerk of a husband. - Dr. Laura: "The most “stupid” thing a person can do is continue…
The Dr. Laura PodcastHow Do I Guide My Son?
After 10 years, Sue's son is toying with the idea of switching sports, and she wants to make sure advises him correctly. - Dr. Laura: "Some old comforts may be…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI'm Willing To Swim Through Shark Infested Waters ...
Ron calls in looking for advice on how to better connect with his girlfriend when Dr. Laura points out that he may be better off disconnecting from her…
The Dr. Laura PodcastTween Girls Are So Annoying!
11-year-old Dean is looking for Dr. Laura's advice on how to respond to the girls who frequently text him photos of themselves. - Dr. Laura: "Turn off the text…
The Dr. Laura PodcastShould My Sister Be Dating?
Karen's sister is dating less than a year since her husband died, and Karen thinks it's too early. - Dr. Laura: "It's never too soon to start a better chapter…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Husband Won't Retire
Diana has been diagnosed with a life-threatening disease and is upset that her husband won't retire to spend more time with her. - Dr. Laura: "Find time in…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI Don't Want My Mother-in-Law's Help - Part 2
In part 2 of this call, Dr. Laura speaks with Sarah's husband on how to best care for his family. - Dr. Laura: "A husband's job is to protect, even if it's…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI Don't Want My Mother-in-Law's Help - Part 1
Sarah is pregnant with her second child, grieving her mother's recent death and dreading having her mother-in-law step in to help with the transition from one…
The Dr. Laura PodcastMy Friends Are Doing Better Than I Am
Tyler feels like he's behind in life compared with the friends he grew up with and wonders how he'll ever stop comparing himself to others. - Dr. Laura: "Every…
The Dr. Laura PodcastBad Childhood, Good Life Week: Your Words Of Wisdom Corrected My Thinking
Moana, molested by her mother’s fourth husband, believes she's the "bad person" ... - Dr. Laura: "A Light Bulb Went Off!" What moments of clarity have you had?…
The Dr. Laura PodcastBad Childhood, Good Life Week: My Hope For A Mother Is Gone
Suzy’s mom passed away from COVID-19 but she finds herself confused by both relief and grief. - Dr. Laura: "You are mourning the loss of hope." Have you…
The Dr. Laura PodcastBad Childhood, Good Life Week: Should I Reach Out To My Father?
Charlie hasn’t spoken with her dad since he was found guilty of being a sex offender! - Dr. Laura: "Never embrace evil for a dream or fantasy." Have you looked…
The Dr. Laura PodcastBad Childhood, Good Life Week: Fallout With Mom
Iris is an only child and raised by her mom who never married. When she attempts to show her mom attention, things don’t go right between them. - Dr. Laura…
The Dr. Laura PodcastBad Childhood, Good Life Week: I’m Suffering From Mother’s Day Depression
The last five years of Laura’s relationship with her mother were not happy ones to remember. Her mom indulged in alcohol and was physically and verbally…
The Dr. Laura PodcastBad Childhood, Good Life Week: My Daddy Doesn’t Want Me
Madeline is sad that her father is spending less time with her as he places his priorities towards his newly pregnant girlfriend. - Dr. Laura: "There are some…
The Dr. Laura PodcastBad Childhood, Good Life Week: Should I Minimize The Relationship With My Mom?
Josie’s therapist has suggested the choice is hers to have a relationship with her mother or not. She’s considering a minimal one but is unsure how to…
The Dr. Laura PodcastBad Childhood, Good Life Week: I’m Dredging Up My Childhood Trauma
Betsy continues to go back to her childhood trauma from 30 years ago that she allows to manifest daily. - Dr. Laura: "Don't bother rehashing childhood misery…
The Dr. Laura PodcastBad Childhood, Good Life Week: Do My Parents Belong In My Life?
Charlie was physically abused by his mother until his mid-teens. This abuse has taken its toll on his ability to be a good dad and has made it difficult to…
The Dr. Laura PodcastI've Been Fired (Again) - Part 2
Life's more enjoyable when you view limitations as challenges to be overcome. - Dr. Laura: "Life's more enjoyable when you view limitations as challenges to be…