The Phil Donahue Show(1967–)

Debbi Fields, Founder of Mrs. Fields Cookies, Dave Thomas of Wendy's & Geoffe Wa

Erma Bombeck

Syndicated humorist Erma Bombeck is the guest. She offers observations on the homemaking scene.

Madalyn Murray O'Hair

Madalyn Murray O'Hair outlines her goals for atheists.

Dr. Pat Robertson

The guest is Dr. Pat Robertson, who is the founder of the Christian Broadcasting Network.

Divorced Men

Problems faced by divorced men are discussed.

Tony Curtis

Tony Curtis discusses his first venture as a novelist.

Self-Esteem

Self-esteem is discussed.

Author Jonathan Katz

Reaching the gay audience is discussed by author Jonathan Katz ("Gay American History").

The Suzuki Chamber Orchestra

The Suzuki Chamber Orchestra, which consists of children aged 3 to 14 performs a Mozart piece under the direction of Henry Mazer. The program also includes a performance by two adult violinists.

Author Barry Neil Kaufman

Solving problems by considering all the options is discussed by author Barry Neil Kaufman.

Yoga Expert Lillas Folan

Yoga and good health is discussed by expert Lillas Folan, host of TV's "Lillas Yoga and You."

White House Staffer Anne Armstrong

Guest: Anne Armstrong, the highest ranking female on the White House staff.

Dr. Leslie Nicholas on VD

VD is discussed by Dr. Leslie Nicholas author of "How to Avoid Social Disease."

Sam Levenson

Sam Levenson discusses the generation gap.

Lucille Ball

Dr. Ari Kiev on Depression

Scheduled: A discussion on suicide, depression and self-hatred by Dr. Ari Kiev.

Coauthors Lynette Triere and Richard Peacock

Coauthors Lynette Triere and Richard Peacock ("Learning to Leave -- A Woman's Guide").

Ms. Magazine

A show marking the 10th anniversary of Ms. magazine.

Transexual Twins

Transexual twins Marc and Mike Vittitow are the guests.

Children's Views on World Affairs

Considered views on world affairs -- from children.

Older Men Dating

Scheduled topic: older men and their age preference for dating.

Sexually explicit home videos.

Scheduled program topic: sexually explicit home videos.

Depression among Women

Scheduled: depression among women.

Transvestism

Scheduled topic: transvestism.

Bloopers

Scheduled: Phil's bloopers from past shows.

The cast of "In Living Color"

Scheduled from Los Angeles: The cast of "In Living Color."

Nontraditional Marriages

Scheduled topic: nontraditional marriages. Guest: author Bryan D. Brook.

Prostitutes' Children

Scheduled topic: what it's like to be a prostitute's child.

Political Journalist David S. Broder

Political journalist David S. Broder ("Changing of the Guard") is the program guest.

Author Theodore I. Rubin

Guest: author Theodore I. Rubin ("Reconciliations").

Syndicated Columnist Jack Anderson

Syndicated columnist Jack Anderson is the guest.

Gynecologist Patrick C. Steptoe

Guest: gynecologist Patrick C. Steptoe, who developed the procedure for the first test-tube baby.

Dr. Ira Mintz on Sex Offenders

Dr. Ira Mintz of the Adult Diagnostic and Treatment Center discusses treatment of sex offenders.

Battered Wives

Topic: battered wives who have killed their husbands.

Carl Sagan

Astronomer Carl Sagan talks about his book "COSMOS."

Succeeding Against Odds

Scheduled topic: succeeding against odds.

From Secretaries to Executives

Scheduled: Women who have advanced from secretaries to executives.

Drug Addiction among Executives

Scheduled: A discussion of drug addiction among executives.

Infant Psychiatry

Scheduled topic: infant psychiatry.

Sexual Myths

Scheduled topic: sexual myths.

Cults in America

Topic: cults in America.

Inflation

Topic: the effect of inflation on the middle class.

In-vitro Fertilization

In-vitro fertilization is the program topic. Guests include Dr. Robert W. Kistner, president of the American Fertility Society.

Teen Pregnancy Prevention

The responsibility of teen-age males in pregnancy prevention is the program topic.

Authors Paula Nelson and Howard Ruff

Authors Paula Nelson ("The Joy of Money") and Howard Ruff ("How to Prosper During the Coming Bad Years") are the guests.

Chicago mayor Jane Byrne

Chicago mayor Jane Byrne (D) is the program guest.

Gender Roles

Topic: "gender roles".

Aid for Cambodian Refugees

Reps. Elizabeth Holtzman (D-N.Y.) and Margaret Heckler (R-Mass.) discuss the U.S. role in giving aid to Cambodian refugees.

Single Motherhood

Topic: single motherhood.

Lauren Bacall

Lauren Bacall is the guest.

Adult Illiteracy

Topic: adult illiteracy.

Anti-Loitering Laws

Topic: anti-loitering laws. Guests include lawyer Richard Emery.

The President's Nephew

Guests: William Carter Spann, President Carter's nephew, and his wife Jane.

FTC Chairman Michael Pertschuk

Federal Trade Commission chairman Michael Pertschuk is the program guest.

Nightclub Owner Dana Montana

Guest: Dana Montana, who runs a Wisconsin nightclub featuring male strippers.

Linda Lovelace

Guest Linda Lovelace discusses her autobiography "Ordeal".

Fashion Designer Albert Capraro

From Sacramento: American fashion designer Albert Capraro presents some of his creations.

From Sacramento Memorial Auditorium

A program from the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium.

Excommunicated from the Mormon Church

Mormon Barbara Smith discusses the case of Sonia Johnson, who was excommunicated from the church because of her pro-ERA stand.

Author Eda LeShan

Author Eda LeShan ("Winning the Losing Battle") discusses women and weight.

Author Myra Turley

From Sacramento: coauthor Myra Turley ("The New Couple: Women and Gay Men") is the guest.

Author Marcia Lasswell

Author Marcia Lasswell ("Styles of Loving") is the guest.

Author Dr. George R. Bach

From Sacramento, Cal.: Dr. George R. Bach, author of "Stop! You're Driving Me Crazy."

Marsha Mason and Neil Simon

Marsha Mason and Neil Simon discuss their film "Chapter Two."

School Textbook Censorship

The censorship of school textbooks is the topic. Guests are Mel and Norma Gabler, founders of a textbook-review service.

The Rights of Mental Patients

A discussion of the rights of mental patients. Pt. 1 of 2.

Baby Black Markets

Topic: the black market for babies in America.

Celebrity Wives

Topic: the problems of being a celebrity's wife.

Spanking in Schools

From Sacramento, Cal.: A debate on spanking as a disciplinary measure in schools.

Suzanne Somers

From Sacramento: Suzanne Somers is the program guest.

Larry Hagman

Guest Larry Hagman talks about the TV series "Dallas."

Menstruation

Topic: menstruation.

Doctors' Responsibilities

Topic: doctors' responsibilities to their patients.

Walter Cronkite

Guest: Walter Cronkite.

Surrogate Mothers' Rights

Topic: the moral and legal rights of a surrogate mother.

Ayn Rand

Guest: author Ayn Rand.

Prayer in the Classroom

Prayer in the classroom is the program topic.

Economist Milton Friedman

Economist Milton Friedman discusses his book "Free to Choose."

Author Marabel Morgan

Author Marabel Morgan talks about how cooking can improve a marriage's romance.

California Law on Child-Support Payments

Topic: a proposed California law to deduct all child-support payments from a parent's wages.

Author Daphna Ayalah

Guest: coauthor Daphna Ayalah ("Breasts: Women Speak About Their Breats and Their Lives").

Teachers

An audience of teachers discuss their profession.

Financial Adviser Howard J. Ruff and Author Morton Shulman

Guests include financial adviser Howard J. Ruff and author Morton Shulman.

Dr. Benjamin Spock

Guest: Dr. Benjamin Spock

Comulsive Gambling

Topic: compulsive gambling.

Sammy Davis Jr.

Guest: Sammy Davis Jr.

Mike Douglas

Mike Douglas is the guest.

Psychologist Robert Williams on IQ Tests

Psychologist Robert Williams discusses whether intelligence tests are culturally biased.

Ralph Nader

Guest: Ralph Nader

Author Barbara Hansen

Author Barbara Hansen ("Mexican Cookery") discusses and prepares authentic Mexican dishes.

Off-Broadway Play's Cast

Guests: the cast of the off-Broadway play "I'm Getting My Act Together and Taking It on the Road."

Pro Kids

Guests: representatives from Pro Kids, an organization that stresses the fulfillment of motherhood.

Author Michael E. McGill

Author Michael E. McGill ("The 40 to 60 Year Old Male") discusses male mid-life crisis.

The Iranian Crisis

Methods of dealing with the Iranian crisis are debated.

Battered Women

Topic: programs that aid battered women and abusive husbands. Guests include representatives from Women Together.

Author Stephen Gaskin

Author Stephen Gaskin ("Mind at Play") is the guest.

Video Dating Services

Video dating services are discussed on the program.

Househusbands

Topic: "househusbands."

Psychologist Miriam Gotseyeff

Guests include psychologist Miriam Gotseyeff, who discusses children and depression.

Coauthors Peggy and James Vaughn

Guests: coauthors Peggy and James Vaughn ("Beyond Affairs").

Bob Newhart

Guest: Bob Newhart.

Shelley Winters

Guest: Shelley Winters, who talks about her book "Shelley: Also Known as Shirley."

Truman Capote

Author Truman Capote ("Music for Chameleons").

Psychosomatic Illnesses

The program topic is psychosomatic illnesses.

Author Norman F. Dacey

Author Norman F. Dacey ("How to Avoid Probate -- Updated!") is the program guest.

Nudist Campgrounds.

Topic: nudist campgrounds.

Season 8, Episode 1

Talk Show Hosts

A show on TV talk-show hosts, with Dick Cavett, David Susskind.

Jimmy Carter

Former President Jimmy Carter discusses his autobiography "Keeping Faith".

Artificial Insemination for Lesbians

Topic: artificial insemination for lesbians.

Fashion for Full-Figured Women

Fashions and beauty advice for full-figured women.

Women in TV News

A show on women in TV News features Jessica Savitch, Lesley Stahl.

FTC's Jurisdiction

The scope of the Federal Trade Commission's jurisdiction over professionals is debated.

Tylenol Cyanide Poisonings

James E. Burke of Johnson & Johnson discusses the Extra-Strength Tylenol cyanide poisonings.

Mass Marriage Ceremonies of the Unification Church

Topic: mass-marriage ceremonies of the Unification Church.

Tough Love

Phyllis and David York of Toughlove, a self-support group for parents of troubled teen-agers.

Male Exotic Dancers

Topic: male exotic dangers.

AIDS

Acquired immune-deficiency syndrome (AIDS), thought to be viral and sexually transmitted, which impairs the body's immune system.

Restoring Movement to Paralyzed Limbs

Biomedical engineer Jerrold Petrofsky discusses his computer-controled method of restoring movement to paralyzed limbs.

Identifying Career Criminals

Peter W. Greenwood of the Rand Corporation discusses his formula for identifying career criminals.

Facial Reconstruction

Extensive facial reconstruction is discussed.

Florida Schools Required to Teach Disadvantages of Communism

Discussion topic: a Florida law that requires public schools to teach a course on the disadvantages of communism.

Compulsive Buying

Compulsive buying.

Disconnecting Life Support

Topic: the ethics of disconnecting life-support systems.

Author Diane Ackerman

Author Diane Ackerman ("The Only Guide You'll Ever Need to Marry Money").

Reagan's Controversy over National Bible Week

Topic: the controversy surrounding President Reagan's 1982 appearance on a public-service announcement for National Bible Week.

De Paul Rehabilitation Hospital

Representatives of the De Paul Rehabilitation Hospital discuss the institution's program for nurses with drug or alcohol dependencies.

Romance among Senior Citizens

Topic: romance and sexuality among senior citizens.

Dog Trainer Barbara Woodhouse

Dog trainer Barbara Woodhouse is the guest.

The Coming Matriarchy

Guests: coauthors Elizabeth Nickles and Laura Ashcraft ("The Coming Matriarchy").

Iris Ellis on Bargain Outlets

Guest: Iris Ellis, who compiled a book on bargain outlets.

Counseling Ethnic Groups

Counselors who specialize in various ethnic groups.

Celebrity Lookalikes

Celebrity lookalikes.

Sex Manuals for evangelical Christians

Authors of sex manuals for evangelical Christians.

Older Women and Younger Men

Relationships between older women and younger men.

Author Cecelia Fusco

Guest: author Cecelia Fusco ("Just Tip Me Mister!"), who discusses waitressing.

Virtual-Reality Computer Programs and Sex

Scheduled topic: virtual-reality computer programs and sex.

Black Women's Expectations of Black Men

Scheduled topic: some black women's expectations of black men.

Editor-in-Chief of Cosmopolitan, Helen Gurley Brown

Scheduled: Helen Gurley Brown.

Ralph Nader

Scheduled: Ralph Nader.

Zsa Zsa Gabor

Scheduled: Zsa Zsa Gabor.

Black Families Relocating to Suburbs

Scheduled topic: black families relocating from cities to the suburbs.

Erma Bombeck

Scheduled: Erma Bombeck.

Facial Tattoos That Replace Makeup

Scheduled program topic: facial tattoos that replace makeup.

Ending a Relationship

Scheduled topic: ending a relationship.

Kirk Douglas

Scheduled: Kirk Douglas.

Australian Male Exotic Dancers

Scheduled: Australian male exotic dancers.

Actor Blair Underwood

Scheduled: Actor Blair Underwood.

Author Deborah Laake

Scheduled: Author Deborah Laake discusses her book "Secret Ceremonies."

Deterring Prostitution

Scheduled topic: deterring prostitution.

Teenagers and the Club Scene

Scheduled topic: teenagers and the New York club scene.

Teenage Girls and Gangs

Scheduled program topic: teenage girls and gangs.

Rape and the Use of Condoms

Scheduled discussion topic: rape and the use of condoms.

Husbands Who Hide Money from Their Wives

Scheduled topic: husbands who hide money from their wives.

Believing One's Life Is Like a Soap Opera

Scheduled topic: believing one's life is like a soap opera.

Friendships Between Heterosexuals and Homosexuals

Scheduled topic: friendships between heterosexuals and homosexuals.

Romantic Involvement with a Minor

Scheduled program topic: romantic involvement with a minor.

Celebrities in the News

Scheduled topic: celebrities in the news.

Parents Who Get Involved in Their Children's Romances

Scheduled topic: parents who get involved in their children's romances.

Lawsuits

Scheduled topic: lawsuits.

Confidence Schemes

Scheduled program topic: confidence schemes.

Shawn Russ Sues to Terminate Parental Rights

Scheduled: Shawn Russ, who sued to terminate his mother's parental rights.

Jilted Lovers and Retribution

Scheduled discussion topic: jilted lovers and retribution.

Cosmetic Surgery

Scheduled topic: cosmetic surgery.

Waiters and Waitresses

Scheduled topic: Waiters and waitresses discuss their pet peeves.

Dolly Parton

Scheduled guest: Dolly Parton.

Caring for Aging Parents

Scheduled topic: caring for one's aging parents

Suspecting a Spouse of Plotting One's Murder

Scheduled topic: suspecting a spouse of plotting one's murder.

Believing a Co-Worker Is Responsible for the Loss of a Job

Scheduled topic: believing a co-worker or friend is responsible for the loss of one's job.

Repressed Childhood Memories

Scheduled topic: repressed childhood memories that surface in adult nightmares

Capturing Criminal Suspects

Scheduled topic: Bizarre stories involving the capture of criminal suspects.

African-American Males

Scheduled topic: African-American males.

The Cast of "Frasier"

Scheduled guests: The cast of "Frasier."

Disliking a Child's Spouse

Scheduled topic: disliking a child's spouse.

Homosexuality and Parenting

Scheduled topic: homosexuality and parenting.

Unusual Pet Stories

Scheduled topic: unusual pet stories.

Infertility

Scheduled topic: infertility.

Tabloid TV

Scheduled topic: tabloid TV.

Espionage

Scheduled topic: espionage.

Selecting Juries with the Aid of a Consultant

Scheduled topic: selecting a jury with the aid of consultant.

Overcoming Infertility

Scheduled topic: overcoming infertility.

Women and Violent Behavior

Scheduled topic: women and violent behavior.

Teenage Homosexuality and Cross-Dressing

Scheduled topic: teenage homosexuality and cross-dressing.

Claiming to Be Falsely Accused of Rape

Scheduled discussion topic: claiming to be falsely accused of rape.

Gigolos

Scheduled topic: gigolos.

Inexpensive Holiday Decorations

Scheduled topic: Inexpensive holiday decorations.

High-School Dress Codes

Scheduled topic: high-school dress codes.

Author Edward Wilson

Scheduled guest: author Edward Wilson ("Naturalist").

Political Scientist Charles Murray

Scheduled guest: Charles Murray, coauthor of "The Bell Curve."

Welfare

Scheduled topic: welfare.

Mail-Order Bridegrooms

Scheduled discussion topic: mail-order bridegrooms.

Reuniting with a Former Sweetheart

Scheduled program topic: reuniting with a former sweetheart.

Unconventional Child-Rearing Methods

Scheduled discussion topic: unconventional child-rearing methods.

Women Who Invest in the Stock Market

Scheduled guests: A group of Illinois women who invest in the stock market.

Improving Romantic Relationships

Scheduled discussion topic: improving romantic relationships.

Believing One's Child Is a Danger to Society

Scheduled topic: believing that one's child is a danger to society

Friendship Between Ex-Spouses

Scheduled discussion topic: friendship between ex-spouses.

Racism

Scheduled topic: racism.

Hillary Rodham Clinton

Scheduled program topic: First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton.

Alternative Schools

Scheduled topic: alternative schools.

Returning Used Merchandise

Scheduled topic: returning used merchandise.

Marital Problems

Scheduled topic: marital problems.

Teens and Compulsive Shopping

Scheduled discussion topic: teens and compulsive shopping.

Criminal Acts Caught on Videotape

Scheduled discussion topic: criminal acts caught on videotape.

Disabled Comedians

Scheduled topic: disabled comedians.

Sexual Problems within a Marriage

Scheduled discussion topic: sexual problems within a marriage.

Custody Battles in May-December Relationships

Scheduled discussion topic: custody battles in May-December relationships.

Parole for Convicts with Life Sentences

Scheduled discussion topic: whether parole for convicted criminals with life sentences should be abolished.

Winning Back the Affections of an Unfaithful Spouse

Scheduled discussion topic: winning back the affections of an unfaithful spouse.

Attention-Deficit Disorder

Scheduled discussion topic: attention-deficit disorder.

Posing Nude after Age 40

Scheduled discussion topic: posing nude after age 40.

Tensions between Jews and Blacks

Scheduled discussion topic: tensions between Jews and blacks

Underwear That Enhances Figures

Scheduled discussion topic: underwear that enhances one's figure

Tips on Performing Tasks Usually Requiring Pros

Scheduled topic: Tips on performing tasks that usually require professionals.

Having a Lazy Spouse

Scheduled topic: having a lazy spouse.

Medical Malpractice in Emergency Rooms

Scheduled topic: medical malpractice in emergency rooms.

Men Who Live with Their Parents

Scheduled program topic: men who live with their parents.

Former Surgeon General Joycelyn Elders

Scheduled guest: former Surgeon General Joycelyn Elders.

Deceit Regarding True Identity of One's Parents

Scheduled discussion topic: deceit regarding the true identity of one's parents.

Murder and the Legal System

Scheduled topic: murder and the legal system.

Olympian Greg Louganis

Scheduled guest: Greg Louganis.

Government Intervention in Private Lives

Scheduled topic: Government intervention in citizens' private lives.

Singer Laurie Beechman

Scheduled guest: Singer Laurie Beechman.

Controversy over Longevity-Enhancing Pills

Scheduled topic: the controversy over pills that are purported to enhance longevity.

Early Memories of a Parent's Death

Scheduled discussion topic: how adult relationships are affected by early memories of a parent's death.

Refraining from Watching Television

Scheduled program topic: refraining from watching television.

Dealing with a Child's Anger

Scheduled topic: dealing with a child's anger.

Missing-Persons Cases

Scheduled topic: missing-persons cases.

Reports from Men Who Dated Penthouse Models

Scheduled topic: Reports from men who were sent on dates with Penthouse models.

Fortune Tellers

Scheduled topic: fortune tellers.

Celebrities and Scientology

Scheduled topic: celebrities and Scientology.

Nude Modeling in Public

Scheduled topic: nude modeling in public.

Teen Prostitution

Scheduled topic: teen prostitution.

Rekindling Passion in Marriage

Scheduled program topic: rekindling passion in marriage.

The Interference of Ex-Spouses in New Marriage

Scheduled topic: the interference of an ex-spouse in a new marriage.

Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich

Scheduled topic: Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich (R-Ga.).

Class of '74 Reunion

Scheduled topic: the reunion of the class of '74 from a New Jersey High School.

Virginity

Scheduled topic: virginity.

Serial Killers

Scheduled topic: serial killers.

Wedding-Day Mishaps

Scheduled program topic: wedding-day mishaps.

Makeovers for Parents

Scheduled topic: Makeovers for parents.

Discovering a Husband's Secret Life

Scheduled discussion topic: discovering a husband's secret life.

Interactive TV

Scheduled topic: interactive TV.

Disliking One's Mother

Scheduled program topic: disliking one's mother.

Author Laura Schlessinger

Scheduled guest: Laura Schlessinger ("Ten Stupid Things Women Do to Mess Up Their Lives").

Long-Held Secret Affections

Scheduled topic: Disclosing a secret affection after many years.

Reba McEntire

Scheduled guest: Reba McEntire.

Rape and Retribution

Scheduled topic: rape and retribution.

Past-Life Regression Therapy

Scheduled topic: past-life regression therapy.

Suspecting Infidelity Between Spouses and Best Friends

Scheduled topic: suspecting infidelity between a spouse and a best friend.

AIDS and the Blood Supply

Scheduled discussion topic: AIDS and the blood supply.

Maintaining Amicable Relationships with Ex-Spouses

Scheduled topic: maintaining an amicable relationship with an ex-spouse.

Meddlesome Mothers-in-Law.

Scheduled discussion topic: meddlesome mothers-in-law.

Turning One's Child in to Police

Scheduled topic: turning one's child in to the police.

Seeking a Wife

Scheduled topic: seeking a wife.

Homemakers and Heroin

Scheduled program topic: homemakers and heroin.

Gifted Teens

Scheduled topic: gifted teens.