For two decades, Mike Baker operated in the shadows as a covert CIA operative, tracking global threats and gathering intelligence. Now, he’s laying out the stark realities of modern espionage and national security—starting with China’s long-game strategy to reshape the world order. Mike explains how intellectual property theft, infrastructure infiltration, and cyber warfare are being used to erode American influence.

Dr. Phil presses Mike on the vulnerabilities most Americans don’t realize exist—from power grids to data security—while exploring how businesses must rethink risk mitigation beyond traditional security measures. They break down the psychological tactics used in intelligence operations, the intersection of espionage and business strategy, and why critical thinking and preparedness are America’s best line of defense.

This episode isn’t about fear—it’s about awareness. Understanding these silent threats is the first step in protecting the future.

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Tariffs up? Trump gets blasted. Tariffs paused? He still gets blasted. The media’s not covering trade — they’re selling outrage. ‘TACO’ may be a cute meme… but is it costing us the truth?That’s The Real Story.

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As some hostages, return, others remain in the shadow – Dr. Phil continues the urgent conversation with families still waiting for their loved ones to come home. 

In this powerful Part 2 episode, Dr. Phil returns to the human cost of October 7th Hamas attacks with families still trapped in the agony of uncertainty. Keith Siegel, once held hostage, shares emotional memories with Lishay, the wife of fellow captive Omri Miran, who remains in Gaza. Illay David opens up about his brother Evyatar’s abduction form the Nova music festival – still no word, no return. And Bar Godard shares her heartbreaking story: both her parents were murdered, and her father’s body is still being held by Hamas. #BringThemHomeNow

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Caps off. Mics on. From anti-Israel rants to political meltdowns — graduation speeches are turning into activist auditions. What happened to celebrating the class, the achievement, the milestone… instead of hijacking the moment?

MN Gov Tim Walz at it again. He says: “Bully the s*** out of Trump.”
The crowd cheers.
But in a nation where bullied kids are dying —
What are we rewarding? What are we becoming? That’s The Real Story.

An in-depth discussion about why many Americans find using violence to solve political and societal issues justified.   

It's been reported that the United States is seeing a sustained surge of political violence, including physical violence and vandalism against political leaders, federal judges, public officials, and those with an opposing ideology. But what may be most surprising is that many Americans find using violence to solve political and societal issues understandable and justified. In fact, Dr. Phil will speak with, Daisy, who is someone who claims not only can political violence sometimes be necessary for change, it can also be a logical response when people feel powerless. Dr. Phil will also speak with Paige, a young student who claims the alleged assault she endured at the hands of another student on her college campus was politically motivated. Plus, Dr. Phil will speak Kathy, a 70-year-old woman, who says her life changed forever when she claims a teenage boy physically attacked her while at a peaceful demonstration last year. Find out why Kathy says that alleged physical attack has kept her from participating in any type of activism.

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The U.S. just fell behind Venezuela in global free speech rankings — and in Maine, lawmakers and parents are being punished for saying what most Americans are thinking. Welcome to the new America — where the “wrong” opinion can cost you your voice, your vote, or your reputation.