The Dr. Laura Podcast
Psychology & Relationships
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Episodes
- A Broken Family Agreement
Dr. Laura discusses a listener
- The Importance of Love
In this episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast, Dr. Laura shares her insights on various issues, research findings, and listener interactions. The content aims to help listeners improve their relationships and personal development.
- When Family Rewrites the Past
The Dr. Laura Podcast addresses a listener's frustration with her aunt, who idealizes her mother. Dr. Laura offers guidance on dealing with family narratives.
- The Significance of Not Dumping Your Kid in Preschool or Daycare
Dr. Laura addresses the importance of parental involvement in early childhood education, specifically discussing the decision to place children in preschool or daycare settings. The episode aims to provide guidance on making informed choic…
- Marriage Friction Over the Little Things
Reyna and Robert seek guidance on communication issues in their marriage, as minor requests often escalate into conflict. This episode explores how daily "little things" become points of friction for the couple.
- How to Get Out of a Rut
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast features discussions on human behavior, responses to listener emails, and interactions with callers. The content aims to help listeners improve in various aspects of their personal lives.
- Should a Husband Step In?
A husband is frustrated by his wife's family's behavior and his wife's strained relationship with her mother. He is seeking advice on the situation.
- Start Today: 3 Keys to Building Confidence and Growth
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast, titled "Start Today: 3 Keys to Building Confidence and Growth," features Dr. Laura sharing her perspective on various issues and discussing human behavior and listener interactions. She aims to help l…
- Is Reconciliation Just Wishful Thinking?
Lauren shares her 13-year estrangement from her mother following a painful family conflict. This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast discusses the challenges and possibilities of reconciliation in such situations.
- Recovering From a Fight With Your Partner
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast focuses on recovering from relationship conflicts. Dr. Laura discusses pressing issues, human behavior, and answers listener questions, aiming to help individuals improve as spouses and family members.
- What's Your Backstory?: GhostBed's Marc Werner
In this episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast, Dr. Laura interviews Marc Werner, founder and CEO of GhostBed, as part of her 'What's Your Backstory?' series.
- Helping Kids Handle Hurt Feelings
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast features a discussion about helping children cope with hurt feelings. Dr. Laura addresses a listener's situation regarding a child feeling emotionally hurt after a social interaction.
- 5 Signs of Micro-Cheating
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast features a discussion on 5 signs of micro-cheating. Dr. Laura shares her perspective on this topic as part of her morning monologue.
- Raising Strong Sons
In this episode, Dr. Laura provides guidance to Danielle on raising her two young sons. The discussion focuses on how to help sons become confident, capable, and resilient.
- Warning Signs You May Be a Helicopter Parent
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast addresses warning signs of helicopter parenting. Dr. Laura provides her perspective on various issues and offers advice on relationships.
- Moving Forward After a Sudden Death of a Spouse
This episode features Kim, who is rebuilding her life after the sudden death of her husband. The discussion focuses on moving forward after such a loss.
- The Desperate Needs of an Adolescent Seeking Guidance
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast addresses the desperate needs of an adolescent seeking guidance. Dr. Laura shares insights on human behavior, answers listener questions, and discusses interactions with callers.
- Why Am I Sabotaging My Chances at Love?
Marina is looking for a committed relationship but feels that her own mindset is getting in the way. This episode discusses how individuals might sabotage their chances at love.
- What Can Be Done When “Hope” Doesn’t Work
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast addresses the question of what to do when "hope" doesn't work. Dr. Laura provides her perspective on topical issues, research on human behavior, and responds to listener emails and caller interactions.
- When Adult Children Cut Off Family
Brittany has gone no-contact with her father and stepmother. Her mother, Melissa, is experiencing guilt regarding the family fracture.
- What If You’re Wasting Your Life and Don’t Know It?
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast explores the idea of wasting one's life, alongside discussions on human behavior, listener questions, and interactions with callers. The content aims to help individuals become better spouses, parents,…
- When a Friend Crosses the Line
This episode features Tamara, who shares an experience about a friend making a hurtful comment about her appearance after she opened up about her marriage. The discussion focuses on a friend crossing a line in a conversation.
- Why Couples Who Never Fight May Be in Trouble
In this episode, Dr. Laura explores why couples who never fight might be in trouble. She discusses human behavior and answers listener questions, offering insights for personal growth.
- When Doubt Speaks Louder Than Love
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast features Siena, who is struggling to leave a relationship due to doubt. The discussion focuses on addressing doubt when making difficult relationship decisions.
- Children of Fallen Patriots
This episode features Dr. Laura discussing current issues, human behavior research, and answering listener questions and calls. The content is designed to help listeners in their various relationships.
- Seeking Clarity on Second Marriage Failures
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast explores the reasons behind the failure of second marriages when children are involved, based on a listener's query.
- Protecting Children at All Costs
Dr. Laura discusses protecting children at all costs. She shares her thoughts on current issues, research on human behavior, and answers listener questions.
- Navigating Faith Transitions
This episode discusses Lindsey's personal journey through a faith transition. She is also raising four children in a family where other members maintain their Mormon identity.
- Don’t Bring Your Bad Mood Through the Front Door
Dr. Laura discusses bringing bad moods through the front door. She shares insights on human behavior, answers listener questions, and offers advice for improving relationships and personal growth.
- Dealing With My Boyfriend's Hostile Adult Daughter
The episode features a listener named Kim who describes difficulties with her boyfriend's hostile adult daughter, leading her to feel unwelcome in his home. The discussion focuses on navigating this challenging family dynamic.
- Every Parent’s Hope: Raising a Warm, Well-Adjusted, Successful Child
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast focuses on raising a warm, well-adjusted, and successful child. Dr. Laura shares insights on human behavior, answers listener questions, and interacts with callers to help improve personal relationship…
- Finding Light Through Chronic Pain
Tami speaks with Dr. Laura about the emotional struggles associated with chronic pain. She describes the challenges of overcoming this condition.
- Dangerous Lies People Tell Themselves to Stay In Relationships
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast discusses the dangerous lies people tell themselves to stay in relationships. Dr. Laura shares her take on pressing issues, answers listener emails, and interacts with callers, aiming to help listeners…
- Navigating Loss While Sending a Child Into the World
This episode features Jennifer, who is navigating the grief of losing her mother and the experience of sending her daughter to college. The discussion focuses on managing these emotional challenges simultaneously.
- Relationship Habits That Are Subtly Manipulative
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast explores subtly manipulative relationship habits. Dr. Laura shares insights on human behavior, answers listener questions, and discusses interactions with callers.
- 5 Years In… and Stuck?
Dr. Laura addresses the heartbreaking loss of a young girl who passed away from leukemia, and the impact her death had on Matthew’s 8-year-old son.
- Why Shacking Up is Bad
In this episode, Dr. Laura discusses the topic of why cohabitation is considered problematic. She shares her insights on human behavior and answers questions from listeners.
- A Childhood Friendship Cut Short
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast features Dr. Laura discussing the impact of a young girl's death from leukemia on an 8-year-old boy. The segment explores the topic of loss and childhood friendship.
- When Doing the Right Thing Feels Wrong
In this episode, Dr. Laura discusses various issues, human behavior research, and answers audience questions. The content is designed to help individuals become better in their relationships and as people.
- My Marriage Has Hit a Rut
Rini discusses her marriage which has hit a rut. She is unsure if she can find a way back to how it used to be.
- The Groundwork Behind True Self-Care
Dr. Laura discusses various topics including human behavior and answers listener questions. The episode aims to help individuals improve their relationships and personal lives.
- I'm Always Late
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast features Charlotte, who is experiencing chronic lateness and its effects on her daily life.
- Feeling Drained
In this episode, titled "Feeling Drained," Dr. Laura discusses current issues, human behavior research, and answers listener emails. She also shares interactions with callers, providing guidance for personal and relational improvement.
- Facing Loss Again
Jessica is facing the declining health of her dog, two months after the loss of her mother. This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast discusses facing difficult decisions regarding beloved pets.
- Adult Sibling Rivalry
Dr. Laura addresses adult sibling rivalry in this episode. She shares insights on human behavior and answers listener questions to help improve family relationships.
- Stuck Between Letting Go and Holding On
Sylvia is deliberating a difficult decision regarding the future of a friendship. This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast addresses the complexities of letting go or holding on in relationships.
- Love Bombing
In this episode, Dr. Laura discusses "Love Bombing" and provides guidance on improving relationships with spouses, parents, family members, co-workers, and friends. The episode aims to offer listeners actionable advice for personal develop…
- What Should I Do Next?
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast features Anna, who is contemplating divorce after being in a 25-year marriage.
- What Teens Really Need From Their Moms
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast focuses on the topic of what teenagers truly need from their mothers. Dr. Laura delves into human behavior and addresses questions from listeners.
- Supporting a Teen in Denial of Chronic Illness
This episode of The Dr. Laura Podcast discusses supporting a 16-year-old in denial of a chronic illness. The son of caller Janet has been recommended therapy.