A devoted mom. A pastor husband. A secret mistress. And a marriage unraveling behind closed doors. When Ashley Flynn was found shot to death inside her Ohio home, her husband Caleb told police a terrifying story: an intruder had broken in, attacked him and killed his wife. But investigators started asking questions.There was the affair. Thousands of messages. Disturbing conversations about Ashley. A missing gun. And details from the scene prosecutors say didn’t match Caleb’s version of what happened. Now, the former American Idol contestant and church worship leader is on trial for his wife’s murder and a jury is deciding what really happened inside the Flynn home that night. ***Since this recording, a jury found Caleb Flynn guilty on all charges. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil/ *Paid Partnership Brought to you by SleepCreme: The foundation of health begins with sleep. Claim your exclusive Dr. Phill offer here: https://sleepcreme.com/ Experience a side of Dr. Phil McGraw you may have been missing as he provides critical information on some of the most important issues we face today. McGraw delves into the minds of the most exciting and accomplished people. From celebrities to ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, to the world’s leading experts, every guest and topic is provocative, informative, and relevant. http://drphilpodcast.com Dr. Phil McGraw, one of the most well-known and trusted mental health professionals in the world, is the host of daytime TV’s top-rated program, Dr. Phil. This trailblazing and award-winning platform continues to provide the most comprehensive forum on mental health issues in the history of television. Dr. McGraw’s unique ability to take complicated and technical information and make it accessible and understandable to the general public has distinguished him both among viewers and within his profession. Follow for more Dr. Phil & The Dr. Phil Podcast: Dr. Phil Show - https://www.youtube.com/@drphil Podcast - https://www.drphilpodcast.com/ YT - https://www.youtube.com/@DrPhilPodcast Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/45Ek7SE3SJCUAjq728lLqo?si=osSJpFhpQ5GWAXv68Yw8bw&nd=1 Apple Podcasts - https://search.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZContentLink.woa/wa/link?mt=2&path=podcasts/DrPhil

Dr. Phil is discussing a historic shift in education. Students across the country are being withdrawn from their public schools, and being homeschooled at rates reported to be 3 times higher than before the pandemic, with no slowing down. But an issue some are raising when it comes to homeschooling, is the concern that many states lack oversight, assessments, and regulations that could leave children vulnerable for neglect and abuse. Just this past year, the Connecticut Office of the Child Advocate filed a report that recommended tighter Connecticut state oversight for homeschoolers. The OCA claimed after conducting two investigations, they had serious concerns that some parents are taking advantage of what they claimed was Connecticut’s complete lack of oversight in order to isolate children and abuse them. Dr. Phil will speak Diane Connors who is the founder and co-president of the Connecticut Homeschool Network. Diane claims homeschooling is the safest place for children, and the OCA report is not transparent and is misleading to give law makers a reason to infringe on the parental rights of parents in how they educate their children. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil/ *Paid Partnership Brought to you by SleepCreme: The foundation of health begins with sleep. Claim your exclusive Dr. Phill offer here: https://sleepcreme.com/ Experience a side of Dr. Phil McGraw you may have been missing as he provides critical information on some of the most important issues we face today. McGraw delves into the minds of the most exciting and accomplished people. From celebrities to ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, to the world’s leading experts, every guest and topic is provocative, informative, and relevant. http://drphilpodcast.com Dr. Phil McGraw, one of the most well-known and trusted mental health professionals in the world, is the host of daytime TV’s top-rated program, Dr. Phil. This trailblazing and award-winning platform continues to provide the most comprehensive forum on mental health issues in the history of television. Dr. McGraw’s unique ability to take complicated and technical information and make it accessible and understandable to the general public has distinguished him both among viewers and within his profession. Follow for more Dr. Phil & The Dr. Phil Podcast: Dr. Phil Show - https://www.youtube.com/@drphil Podcast - https://www.drphilpodcast.com/ YT - https://www.youtube.com/@DrPhilPodcast Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/45Ek7SE3SJCUAjq728lLqo?si=osSJpFhpQ5GWAXv68Yw8bw&nd=1 Apple Podcasts - https://search.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZContentLink.woa/wa/link?mt=2&path=podcasts/DrPhil

Dr Phil breaks down the rise of AI-generated faith, digital cults, and AI companions that don't just answer you, they mirror you. From chatbots that reinforce any belief to warnings about delusions, loneliness, and mental health, this is The Real Story behind worship in the age of artificial intelligence. What you'll hear: What Spiralism is and how an AI-generated religion signed up 10,000 followers. How sycophantic chatbots create "hidden truths" by just agreeing with you. What experts are warning about AI psychosis, spiritual delusions, and psychological harm. Why loneliness and the search for meaning are driving AI worship and the future of religion If you've ever asked ChatGPT for spiritual advice, meaning-of-life answers, or prophecy — watch this first before you trust it as a prophet. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil/ *Paid Partnership Experience a side of Dr. Phil McGraw you may have been missing as he provides critical information on some of the most important issues we face today. McGraw delves into the minds of the most exciting and accomplished people. From celebrities to ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, to the world’s leading experts, every guest and topic is provocative, informative, and relevant. http://drphilpodcast.com Dr. Phil McGraw, one of the most well-known and trusted mental health professionals in the world, is the host of daytime TV’s top-rated program, Dr. Phil. This trailblazing and award-winning platform continues to provide the most comprehensive forum on mental health issues in the history of television. Dr. McGraw’s unique ability to take complicated and technical information and make it accessible and understandable to the general public has distinguished him both among viewers and within his profession. Follow for more Dr. Phil & The Dr. Phil Podcast: Dr. Phil Show - https://www.youtube.com/@drphil Podcast - https://www.drphilpodcast.com/ YT - https://www.youtube.com/@DrPhilPodcast Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/45Ek7SE3SJCUAjq728lLqo?si=osSJpFhpQ5GWAXv68Yw8bw&nd=1 Apple Podcasts - https://search.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZContentLink.woa/wa/link?mt=2&path=podcasts/DrPhil

In Part 6 of Mother on Trial: Inside the Lindsay Clancy Case, Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil, Dr. Phil and producer Sara Carden examine the latest developments following the mistrial. The reported holdout juror is now pushing back on claims that he refused to follow the law, saying he never had reasonable doubt about Lindsay Clancy’s criminal responsibility. Dr. Phil and Sara also discuss Patrick Clancy’s first interview with his new wife, his grief over the deaths of Cora, Dawson, and Callan, his belief that postpartum mental illness drove Lindsay’s actions, and the toll of online conspiracy theories that falsely implicated him.They break down what could happen next, including a retrial, plea agreement, or other negotiated resolution, and why prosecutors may face challenges after a mistrial, especially when trying to seat an impartial jury. Dr. Phil also explains Massachusetts’ legal standard for criminal responsibility, focusing on whether mental illness prevented Lindsay from understanding the wrongfulness of her actions or conforming her behavior to the law. While he describes her condition as a psychiatric emergency, he stresses that any future resolution must still address accountability, public safety, and long-term confinement or treatment. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ This episode is brought is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil/ *Paid Partnership Experience a side of Dr. Phil McGraw you may have been missing as he provides critical information on some of the most important issues we face today. McGraw delves into the minds of the most exciting and accomplished people. From celebrities to ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, to the world’s leading experts, every guest and topic is provocative, informative, and relevant. http://drphilpodcast.com Dr. Phil McGraw, one of the most well-known and trusted mental health professionals in the world, is the host of daytime TV’s top-rated program, Dr. Phil. This trailblazing and award-winning platform continues to provide the most comprehensive forum on mental health issues in the history of television. Dr. McGraw’s unique ability to take complicated and technical information and make it accessible and understandable to the general public has distinguished him both among viewers and within his profession. Follow for more Dr. Phil & The Dr. Phil Podcast: Dr. Phil Show - https://www.youtube.com/@drphil Podcast - https://www.drphilpodcast.com/ YT - https://www.youtube.com/@DrPhilPodcast Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/45Ek7SE3SJCUAjq728lLqo?si=osSJpFhpQ5GWAXv68Yw8bw&nd=1 Apple Podcasts - https://search.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZContentLink.woa/wa/link?mt=2&path=podcasts/DrPhil

Most parents believe sex trafficking happens somewhere else, to other families, other kids, in foreign places, or dark alleyways. That belief is exactly why it keeps happening. Tonight, a survivor whose trafficking began at just eight years old, while she was still living at home. No kidnapping. No running away. No warning signs anyone wanted to see. Her story exposes how exploitation can start quietly, embed itself in everyday life, and continue for years without being recognized for what it is. Also, joining the conversation is Nate Lewis, a survivor himself and founder of The Innocent, who works directly with law enforcement to stop trafficking before it escalates.Together, they dismantle the myths parents cling to, reveal where this crime actually hides, and explain why so many communities miss it, until it’s too late. This is not a story about “bad parents” or “bad kids.” It’s about access, blind spots, and a reality most families are dangerously unprepared to face. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil/ *Paid Partnership Sponsored by HighLevel: If you own a small business, don’t skip this. Reclaim your life. Automate your business. Transform your overwhelmed business into an automated powerhouse in just minutes. Visit: https://DrPhil.com/Business/ and get your life back on track. Experience a side of Dr. Phil McGraw you may have been missing as he provides critical information on some of the most important issues we face today. McGraw delves into the minds of the most exciting and accomplished people. From celebrities to ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, to the world’s leading experts, every guest and topic is provocative, informative, and relevant. http://drphilpodcast.com Dr. Phil McGraw, one of the most well-known and trusted mental health professionals in the world, is the host of daytime TV’s top-rated program, Dr. Phil. This trailblazing and award-winning platform continues to provide the most comprehensive forum on mental health issues in the history of television. Dr. McGraw’s unique ability to take complicated and technical information and make it accessible and understandable to the general public has distinguished him both among viewers and within his profession. Follow for more Dr. Phil & The Dr. Phil Podcast: Dr. Phil Show - https://www.youtube.com/@drphil Podcast - https://www.drphilpodcast.com/ YT - https://www.youtube.com/@DrPhilPodcast Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/45Ek7SE3SJCUAjq728lLqo?si=osSJpFhpQ5GWAXv68Yw8bw&nd=1 Apple Podcasts - https://search.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZContentLink.woa/wa/link?mt=2&path=podcasts/DrPhil

Two mothers who lost their children to filicide... and refused to let it be the end of the story. According to the FBI, approximately 500 children are killed by a parent every single year in the US. Nearly 10 a week. And most of the time, there were warning signs that courts and law enforcement ignored ... until it was too late.  Hope Hooton warned family court repeatedly that her estranged husband was dangerous. The court still gave him unsupervised custody. In May 2024, he shot and killed their two children, 7-year-old Alec and 6-year-old Lydia,  and turned the gun on himself. Hope responded by going to the Arizona State Capitol, and her bill, the Alec and Lydia Act, passed the House unanimously.  Brandi Morey-Pols called law enforcement when her 6-year-old son Rowan didn't come home from a custody visit. She was told it was a civil matter. No Amber Alert. Three days later, Rowan and his father were found dead in a camper. She founded The Rowan Project and fought for the Rowan Act, expanding Amber Alert criteria in custody cases.  Two women. Three dead children. One broken system,  and the mothers who decided to fix it. May also bring in Judge Rosemarie Aquilina, who sees this pattern in her courtroom. CarShield is how you move from chaos to control. Their protection plans are built to cover a deep bench of mechanical issues, thousands of parts across cars, trucks, and SUVs… without putting a cap on how far you drive. That’s not just coverage. That’s control. Call CarShield today: 1-800-588-8501 more info: https://carshield.com/ This episode is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil. *Paid Partnership Experience a side of Dr. Phil McGraw you may have been missing as he provides critical information on some of the most important issues we face today. McGraw delves into the minds of the most exciting and accomplished people. From celebrities to ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, to the world’s leading experts, every guest and topic is provocative, informative, and relevant. http://drphilpodcast.com Dr. Phil McGraw, one of the most well-known and trusted mental health professionals in the world, is the host of daytime TV’s top-rated program, Dr. Phil. This trailblazing and award-winning platform continues to provide the most comprehensive forum on mental health issues in the history of television. Dr. McGraw’s unique ability to take complicated and technical information and make it accessible and understandable to the general public has distinguished him both among viewers and within his profession. Follow for more Dr. Phil & The Dr. Phil Podcast: Dr. Phil Show - https://www.youtube.com/@drphil Podcast - https://www.drphilpodcast.com/ YT - https://www.youtube.com/@DrPhilPodcast Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/45Ek7SE3SJCUAjq728lLqo?si=osSJpFhpQ5GWAXv68Yw8bw&nd=1 Apple Podcasts - https://search.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZContentLink.woa/wa/link?mt=2&path=podcasts/DrPhil

In Part 5 of Mother on Trial: Inside the Lindsay Clancy Case, Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil, Dr. Phil is joined by former federal prosecutor Alice LaCour (The Prosecutors: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prosecutors/id1513765512) to examine the legal fallout from the mistrial and what could happen next.They break down the defense’s renewed motion for a required finding of not guilty, allegations involving the lone holdout juror, and why a retrial may carry significant risks for both sides. They also revisit the question at the heart of the case: Was Lindsay Clancy suffering from postpartum psychosis or another severe mental disorder, or did she understand her actions and retain the ability to control them? LaCour challenges key elements of the psychosis defense, including the reported commanding voice Clancy said she heard before the killings, while Dr. Phil examines her documented psychiatric deterioration, suicidal thoughts, medication history, and repeated efforts to obtain help. Could prosecutors try the case again, or will a manslaughter plea or negotiated resolution ultimately end it? As Dr. Phil and LaCour debate criminal responsibility, mental illness, and accountability, they return the focus to the three children at the center of the case: Cora, Dawson, and Callan. Envoy TV: https://www.envoytv.com/ Chapter compares every Medicare plan nationwide for free to recommend coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions, and budget. Call 352-845-0659 or visit https://chapter.com/phil. *Paid Partnership Brought to you by SleepCreme: The foundation of health begins with sleep. Claim your exclusive Dr. Phill offer here: https://sleepcreme.com/ Experience a side of Dr. Phil McGraw you may have been missing as he provides critical information on some of the most important issues we face today. McGraw delves into the minds of the most exciting and accomplished people. From celebrities to ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, to the world’s leading experts, every guest and topic is provocative, informative, and relevant. http://drphilpodcast.com Dr. Phil McGraw, one of the most well-known and trusted mental health professionals in the world, is the host of daytime TV’s top-rated program, Dr. Phil. This trailblazing and award-winning platform continues to provide the most comprehensive forum on mental health issues in the history of television. Dr. McGraw’s unique ability to take complicated and technical information and make it accessible and understandable to the general public has distinguished him both among viewers and within his profession. Follow for more Dr. Phil & The Dr. Phil Podcast: Dr. Phil Show - https://www.youtube.com/@drphil Podcast - https://www.drphilpodcast.com/ YT - https://www.youtube.com/@DrPhilPodcast Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/45Ek7SE3SJCUAjq728lLqo?si=osSJpFhpQ5GWAXv68Yw8bw&nd=1 Apple Podcasts - https://search.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZContentLink.woa/wa/link?mt=2&path=podcasts/DrPhil

Religious parents don't have to sit down and shut up. Dr. Phil explains the Supreme Court ruling that backs them. A Christian father is suing the Lake Washington School District in Washington State after it denied his religious opt-out request from LGBTQ lessons, Pride Month instruction, and pronoun requirements at Henry David Thoreau Elementary School. Dr. Phil breaks down the lawsuit, Alliance Defending Freedom's role, Washington's 2024 LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum law, the Supreme Court's 2025 Mahmoud v. Taylor ruling on parental rights and religious freedom, and the Religious Liberty Commission report on how parents can respond when a school says no. Know your rights, use your rights. This is The Real Story. This episode is brought to you by Preserve Gold, call 844-718-2642 or text ASK PHIL to 50505 for your free wealth protection guide. CarShield is how you move from chaos to control. Their protection plans are built to cover a deep bench of mechanical issues, thousands of parts across cars, trucks, and SUVs… without putting a cap on how far you drive. That’s not just coverage. That’s control. Call CarShield today: 1-800-588-8501 more info: https://carshield.com/ Experience a side of Dr. Phil McGraw you may have been missing as he provides critical information on some of the most important issues we face today. McGraw delves into the minds of the most exciting and accomplished people. From celebrities to ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances, to the world’s leading experts, every guest and topic is provocative, informative, and relevant. http://drphilpodcast.com Dr. Phil McGraw, one of the most well-known and trusted mental health professionals in the world, is the host of daytime TV’s top-rated program, Dr. Phil. This trailblazing and award-winning platform continues to provide the most comprehensive forum on mental health issues in the history of television. Dr. McGraw’s unique ability to take complicated and technical information and make it accessible and understandable to the general public has distinguished him both among viewers and within his profession. Follow for more Dr. Phil & The Dr. Phil Podcast: Dr. Phil Show - https://www.youtube.com/@drphil Podcast - https://www.drphilpodcast.com/ YT - https://www.youtube.com/@DrPhilPodcast Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/45Ek7SE3SJCUAjq728lLqo?si=osSJpFhpQ5GWAXv68Yw8bw&nd=1 Apple Podcasts - https://search.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZContentLink.woa/wa/link?mt=2&path=podcasts/DrPhil