SuperCharged Life with Dr. Judy
Dr. Judy
Dr Judy Ho is a triple board-certified Clinical Neuropsychologist who will show you how to grab life with both hands and live it to the fullest! “SuperCharged Life with Dr. Judy” will dive deeply and fearlessly into love, sex, friendships, and career, as well as bad habits, addiction, trauma, depression and anxiety. Sometimes it’s painful to uncover what’s really holding you back, but with Dr. Judy’s help you’ll discover a new way to take on life, inspire love and create happiness. Each podcast will give a tangible tool they can do that will “SuperCharged” their lives! Whether she’s hel...
Dr. Judy Investigates: The Makings of a Psychopath
In this episode of Supercharged Life, Dr. Judy continues her popular series Forensics: Dr. Judy Investigates by delving into the makings of a psychopath. Dr. Judy explains what a psychopath is and why this concept is so misunderstood. She explores how some of the most infamous serial killers in history got away with committing horrific crimes and escaped detection for so long. Dr. Judy shares insights from the Hare Psychopathy Checklist, one of the tools she uses to evaluate psychotic b
May 25, 2021 • 48:18
Codependency Healing Masterclass
In this episode of Supercharged Life, Dr. Judy takes you through her codependency healing masterclass to shatter unhelpful attachment patterns build truly satisfying and healthy relationships! You may be surprised that up to 90% of people show some codependency traits – but is codependency behaviors all bad all the time? Dr. Judy uncovers the roots of codependency and helps you discover whether you have unhealthy codependent patterns with a quick quiz. Dr. Judy tackles your interesting and relat
May 11, 2021 • 51:42
Supercharge Inventive Thinking with Drone Pioneer George Matus
Did you know that inventive thinking is one of the most important characteristics you can cultivate? In this fascinating episode of Supercharged Life, Dr. Judy explains why this is a life-changing skill that can help you to achieve success and fulfillment, and how to combat the fears and self-doubt that stop many of us from tapping into our inner inventor. Dr. Judy welcomes a inspiring drone pioneer and founder and CEO of Teal Drones, George Matus, who launched his cutting-edge company at age 17
Apr 27, 2021 • 49:37
The Life Changing Practice of Self-Compassion
Self-compassion is a skill you can practice and research shows tremendous positive outcomes! Today on SuperCharged Life, Dr. Judy gives you all the tools you need to begin your perfectly tailored self-compassion practice today! Self-compassion is often misunderstood and gets a bad rap. Dr. Judy debunks common self-compassion myths, reviews the state of the science on why self-compassion is crucial to your self-esteem, confidence, and well-being, and describes the 3 elements of self-compassion yo
Apr 13, 2021 • 48:39
Success Habits and Self-Development Fun with Will Moore
On this episode of Supercharged Life, Dr. Judy uncovers the secret of creating success habits in your life with serial entrepreneur, life coach, speaker and happiness expert Will Moore. Will Moore shares his fascinating personal story of growing up with an alcoholic, abusive mother, struggling throughout his childhood, feeling suicidal as a young man, and the life-changing moment that set him on an entirely different course to wellness and success in all the areas of his life.Will Moore
Mar 30, 2021 • 53:32
Are You Happy? Surprising facts about the science and art of happiness
Today on SuperCharged Life, Dr. Judy asks the critical question “Are you Happy?” What you don’t know about happiness might surprise you. Dr. Judy dedicates this entire episode to teaching you about the art and science of happiness and giving you valuable tools to start feeling happier today. Play the Happiness Fact vs Myth Game, and learn about the two different types of happiness and why it is so essential to understand the difference. Dr. Judy answers all of your questions about happiness lik
Mar 16, 2021 • 46:44
Dr. Judy Answers Your Burning Questions and Shares a Foolproof Mental Health Wellness Plan
In this special episode, Dr. Judy wraps up her special clinical and forensic psychology coverage into the case behind the popular Netflix series “Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel” by tackling all of your burning questions, from what a forensic psychologist does, deconstructing cyberbullying and one easy way to build empathy, lingering questions about the mysteries behind the Elisa Lam case, how conspiracy theories and collective narcissism are interlinked, the pull towards grief and
Mar 9, 2021 • 51:12
Behind Netflix's Crime Scene with award-winning director Joe Berlinger
Dr. Judy is thrilled to launch her exclusive new special edition podcast series “Forensics: Dr. Judy Investigates” where she uses her expertise as a forensic psychologist to uncover the psychology behind some of the most talked-about cases in the nation, beginning with the case explored in the hugely popular Netflix series “Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel.” In today’s episode, Dr. Judy interviews the phenomenal Emmy-Award winning director of the Netflix series, Joe Berlinger. Joe
Mar 2, 2021 • 53:39
Forensics: Dr Judy Investigates – Netflix’s Crime Scene - Part 1
Dr. Judy is thrilled to launch her exclusive new special edition podcast series “Forensics: Dr. Judy Investigates” where she uses her expertise as a forensic psychologist to uncover the psychology behind some of the most talked-about cases in the nation. On this episode of Supercharged Life, Dr. Judy launches her first 3-episode installment of this special edition series, which focuses on the case explored in the hugely popular Netflix series “Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Ho
Feb 23, 2021 • 49:32
Stop Self-Sabotage with Dr. Judy, Gretchen Christine Rossi & Slade Smiley!
You won’t want to miss this special crossover episode with another fantastic team from the Stage 29 podcast family. On this episode of Supercharged Life, Dr. Judy shares the hilarious, personal, and uncensored conversation she had with Gretchen Christine Rossi and Slade Smiley on their hugely popular and always unpredictable podcast Knot Too Taboo. Dr. Judy talks to Gretchen and Slade all about her life-changing book “Stop Self-Sabotage” and the three get up close and personal about how self-s
Feb 16, 2021 • 1:14:51
Get Your Mental Health into Fighting Shape with the Dynamic Duo of Psych: Dr. Dom Sportelli and Dr. Judy!
Get ready to get Psyched with Dr. Dom and Dr. Judy, the Dynamic Duo of behavioral health! Dr. Dom is a double-board certified psychiatrist and host of the “Psych Unfiltered” podcast. Together, they help you get your mental health into fighting shape by offering practical tips that anyone can do to improve their well-being today. Taking care of your mental health is more crucial than ever as more people are struggling with feeling their best. This timely episode digs into how to assess your ment
Feb 9, 2021 • 46:21
Use the 5 Love Languages to win in all of your relationships!
Do you know what your love language is? What about the love language of your boss or family member or romantic partner? Dr. Judy offers a fresh and exciting way to apply Gary Chapman’s world-famous 5 Love Languages theory to all of the most important relationships in your life. Dr. Judy explains exactly what the 5 Love Languages are and gives you a chance to identify your own love language and the love langauges of the people who mean the most to you. Then Dr, Judy answers your listener
Feb 2, 2021 • 44:20
A vaccine for your mind? The story of the Zion cult takedown and how we can guard against brainwashing and harmful groupthink
Dr. Judy tackles one of our greatest challenges as a social spieces – the phenomenon of brainwashing and harmful groupthink – with law enforcement expert Mike King and Zion cult survivor Andrea Lithgow. As we continue to battle the pandemic, a lesser known yet pervasive phenomenon – the Infodemic - can take hold of our minds and hearts and wreak havoc on our decision making and peace of mind.To guard against this, we must develop a vaccine for our minds – and Dr. Judy explores how by de
Jan 26, 2021 • 57:20
Does Your Self-Esteem Need a Tune-Up? Dr. Judy Tackles Your Confidence Questions!
Does your self-esteem need a tune up? Self-esteem is not a trait, it is a skill that you can cultivate, and Dr. Judy shows you how in this informative episode. Dr. Judy shares the signs of healthy v. low self-esteem and offers a simple and scientific self-esteem quiz that you can take right in this episode and do a self-esteem checkup. Then, Dr. Judy takes on some super relatable listener questions that will help you to combat negative self-talk, stop over-comparisons with siblings, raise childr
Jan 19, 2021 • 48:04
World-famous magician Shin Lim on the power of wonder and awe
On this episode of Supercharged Life, Dr. Judy is thrilled to welcome a hero of hers - world-renowned sleight-of-hand magician and two-time winner of America’s Got Talent, Shin Lim. Dr. Judy fangirls about his incredible and unique talent and their shared love of music and the craft of magic. Dr. Judy explains the science behind why awe is so healthy for us and why we need to keep searching for and cultivating childlike wonder in our own lives. Shin opens up about the devastating diagnosis tha
Jan 12, 2021 • 47:56
New Year, New You? Dr. Judy Tackles Your New Year Questions and Dishes the Hidden Truth About Resolutions
Do you know the hidden truth about new year resolutions? To make your most coveted goals stick this year, Dr. Judy delves into the history behind resolutions and how to finally make them work for you this year. Dr. Judy explains the revolutionary concept of psychological flexibility and how you can use it to achieve your goals in health, fitness, relationships, career, and more. Then Dr. Judy takes on your new year resolutions questions – including cutting out junk food, sticking to your exercis
Jan 5, 2021 • 51:06
Ask Dr. Judy and Michelle Dempsey: Surviving and thriving after a breakup or divorce
On this episode of Supercharged Life, Dr. Judy talks to certified divorce specialist and host of the “Moms Moving On” podcast Michelle Dempsey about moving on after a breakup or divorce. This unprecedented year has brought some unique challenges to dealing with breakups and being alone, and how to creatively solve the types of problems that come up after a significant separation from a loved one. Whether you or someone you care about is dealing with the stress of being newly single, this episode
Dec 15, 2020 • 52:38
Ask Dr. Judy: Superstar Ways to Deal with Chronic Stress!
On this episode of Supercharged Life, Dr. Judy explains everything you need to know to manage the chronic stress and uncertaintly in your life. Studies have shown that this has been one of the most stressful years in people’s lives and it’s more important than ever to figure out how to deal with it. Dr. Judy explains exactly what stress does to your body and the longer-term impact it has on your physical and emotional health. Dr. Judy invites one of her best friends on to have an intimate con
Dec 8, 2020 • 43:55
Finding and Embracing Your True Self with Grammy Award-winning artist Lecrae
On this episode of Supercharged Life, Dr. Judy has a candid and heartfelt conversation with LeCrae, two-time grammy award winning hip hop artist, activist and author of I Am Restored- How I Lost My Religion but Found My Faith. Despite his tremendous success, LeCrae feared revealing his true self to everyone in the world, including his own family. LeCrae discusses the struggles with addiction, depression, and anxiety as he fought for acceptance from the world after enduring physical, emotional, a
Dec 1, 2020 • 47:33
Achieve Peak Performance and Spark Joy with Psychological Flow
On this episode of Supercharged Life, Dr Judy breaks down everything you need to know about the amazing concept of Psychological Flow and how it can help you to feel and perform your best! Dr. Judy explains how you can reach this optimal state of consciousness in order to be productive, feel happier, and reduce anxiety and stress. This incedible concept has been shown in research to boost well-being during the pandemic, reduce loneliness, increase healthy behaviors, supercharge motivation and pr
Nov 17, 2020 • 36:48
Flipping the script on stress and learning to soar with Astro Mike Massimino
Get inspired to realize your childhood dreams on this episode of SuperCharged Life with the brilliant and funny Dr. Mike Massimino, NASA astronaut, professor, speaker, and bestselling author of Spaceman: An Astronaut’s Unlikely Journey to Unlock the Secrets of the Universe. Astro Mike shows you how to live an extraordinary life every single day even during times of extreme stress and conflict, and reminds us of the universalities of being human and what practical gratitude looks like during cha
Nov 10, 2020 • 51:11
Ask Dr. Judy: A Deep Dive into Attachment Theory and How to Improve Your Attachment Style!
On this episode of the Supercharged Life, Dr. Judy tackles one of the most important and fascinating areas of psychological study called Attachment Theory. Dr. Judy explains the four types of Attachment Styles so you can recognize which one you are and why you do what you do in your relationships. Why are you attracted to certain kinds of people? Why do you behave as you do in relationships? Why have your relationships succeeded or failed? Why do the same problems and issues tend to come up agai
Nov 3, 2020 • 47:54
Radically Redefine Success in All the Areas of Your Life with Serial Entrepreneurs Kevin Harrington and Mark Timm
On this episode of the Supercharged Life, learn the secrets to success no one tells you about with serial entrepreneurs and co-authors of the new book “Mentor to Millions,” Kevin Harrington and Mark Timm. With their combined 60+ years of experience, Kevin Harrington, an original Shark from the hit TV show Shark Tank and the creator of the As Seen on TV brand; and Mark Timm, a visionary who has started and sold more than a dozen companies, are here to give back and share valuable lessons
Oct 27, 2020 • 49:21
Ask Dr. Judy: How to deal with the narcissists in your life (and make sure you don’t become one)!
On today’s episode of SuperCharged Life, Dr. Judy explores the difficult and pervasive topic of narcissism, a phenomenon that is on the rise according to researchers. Dr. Judy answers your burning questions about what narcissism is, how to spot the telltale signs of a narcissist, and how to get along with them and protect your own boundaries. From what makes people narcissists magnets, to whether they can fall in love, and how to make sure you don’t become a narcissist yourself, Dr. Jud
Oct 20, 2020 • 50:56
Get Wise as Fu*k with Unfu*k Yourself Author Gary John Bishop!
Get ready to Unfu*k Yourself with New York Times bestselling author Gary John Bishop! Gary and Dr. Judy dig in to his brilliant new self-help guide Wise As Fu*k. This expletive-riddled episode cuts straight through the BS and gets down to the core of what it takes to really transform your life. If you want to live joyfully and become wiser along the way, then this episode is a must-listen. Gary and Dr. Judy talk about the four universal areas of life you need wisdom in, and how you can bravely
Oct 13, 2020 • 47:28
Ask Dr. Judy: Learn About Your Personality Types and Transform Your Self-Development Journey
In this enlightening episode of Supercharged Life, Dr. Judy treats you to a personality test and helps you discover the inner workings of four different temperament types and where you fit in. This insightful test reveals the reasons why you are attracted to certain people, what turns you on and off, and how to make positive changes in your work and social life by harnessing your natural strengths. Dr. Judy will answer questions about relationships with partners, friends and colleagues,
Oct 6, 2020 • 46:51
From Self-Stigma to Self-Advocacy: MedCircle’s Kyle Kittleson talks depression in men
Kyle and Judy talk an all-too-common silent killer: depression. A leading cause of death, rates of depression have skyrocketed during the pandemic, yet it is still difficult for people to talk about openly. This especially impacts men, many of whom have been taught from a young age to tough out difficult situations by sheer willpower and to not talk about their feelings and keep things close to the chest. Kyle was diagnosed with depression at the age of 9 and it took him decades before he advoca
Sep 29, 2020 • 51:36
All About You: Dr. Judy Answers Your Questions about Anxiety/Stress, Chronic Pain, Sleep, Trust, Addiction, Procrastination, and More!
In this empowering episode of Supercharged Life, Dr. Judy helps solve your everyday problems with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. Taking questions from her social media followers and listeners of the podcast, Dr. Judy doles out her tried-and-true favorite therapeutic tools to address a range of questions spanning addiction, anxiety, chronic pain, procrastination, trust and intimacy, sleep issues and more. Dr. Judy, a triple board-certified Clinical Neuropsychologist, focuses squarely on
Sep 22, 2020 • 51:42
Living Dangerously: Overcoming Fear with Daredevil Nik Wallenda
In this high-octane episode of SuperCharged Life, Dr. Judy meets Nik Wallenda, the King of the High Wire and 7th generation circus royalty known for his incredible feats as an aerialist. With 11 Genius Book of World Records and a multitude of famous tightrope walks under his belt, from Niagara Falls and the Grand Canyon to the Masaya volcano in Nicaragua, he shares how his world almost came to a crashing halt after a tragic accident while wire-walking with family members that was captured on vid
Sep 15, 2020 • 53:22
Ask Dr. Judy! Answers for All of Your Relationship Questions!
In this special episode of SuperCharged Life, Dr. Judy and her best friend of 18 years, Dr. Carolyn Naoroz, celebrate the one-year anniversary of Dr. Judy’s book release, STOP SELF SABOTAGE: Six Steps to Unlock Your True Motivation, Harness Your Willpower, and Get Out of Your Own Way. The two friends put Dr. Judy’s insightful advice into practical use by answering listeners’ questions about relationships ranging from romantic partnerships and friendships to family and coworkers. This feels more
Sep 8, 2020 • 44:29
How will you respond when adversity strikes? Dibs Baer’s book Lady Tigers reveals how sports saved the lives of underserved girls from the Bronx!
This episode delves deep into the individual and collective stories of three everyday heroes who found commonality and community in a girls softball program. Dibs Baer, a journalist and New York Times bestselling author, found meaning in pursuing projects that tell incredible human stories. Their probing exploration of Coach Chris Astacio’s extraordinary work with the Lady Tigers softball team sheds light on the power of team sports in healing divide, overcoming trauma, and instilling confidence
Sep 1, 2020 • 1:00:03
Discovering your inner strength: Lessons from American Hero J.R. Martinez
“Dancing with the Stars” winner and America hero, J.R. Martinez’ powerful story is anything but ordinary. Growing up without a positive father figure and amidst chaos, neglect, abuse, and bullying; J.R. had never experienced a secure base or unconditional love. Wanting to belong to something bigger and serve a purpose, J.R. joined the army at the age of 19, only to suffer life altering burns on the job three weeks into his first tour. After 33 plastic surgeries over four years, J.R. finally real
Aug 25, 2020 • 1:07:03
Taking the leap into entrepreneurship: Secrets to breaking the mold and becoming a community leader with Sarah Pendrick
Dr. Judy sits down with her dear friend Sarah Pendrick to talk about their growing friendship and Sarah’s humble start as a girl surrounded by traditional ideals of what a female should grow up to be like. At every turn, Sarah challenged the preconceived notions of her family and friends, which sometimes led to cruel instances of bullying and what Sarah describes as girl-on-girl crime. Despite all of this, Sarah credits her female friendships as one of the most important ingredients in her secre
Aug 18, 2020 • 1:02:15
Problem solving with unlikely partners: Lora King’s incredible empowerment journey and how you can harness these secrets for your life goals
Activist, philanthropist, and community leader Lora King shares her best tips for how to take initiative, roll up your sleeves, and proactively solve problems by bringing people together instead of sowing division. In this time full of conflict and stress, Lora is a bright light, full of positivity and encouragement, even as she recounts some of the traumatic experiences she went through growing up in the public eye as the daughter of Rodney King. King’s name reverberated throughout the country
Aug 11, 2020 • 44:36
Facts and myths of transgender identity: Actress Nicole Maines on how to be authentic and purposeful every day
Transgender actress Nicole Maines plays a superhero on her hit TV show “Supergirl,” but she’s also a superhero in her everyday life. As young as 3 years of age, Nicole knew that the biological sex she was assigned at birth was not right, and struggled with anger, anxiety, and sadness. With the support of her parents, Nicole started transitioning genders in the 1st grade, and the thoughtful and gradual changes were generally accepted by her peers. However, in middle school, after a run-in with a
Aug 4, 2020 • 1:02:06
Struggling with emotional eating and weight loss? Learn how to curb bad habits and work towards self-acceptance with DIY expert and TV personality Lauren Makk
In this week’s episode, you’ll discover how to transform your inner self and learn the secrets to self-acceptance that will lead you to an authentic and fulfilling life with TV host, interior designer, and hard working mom Lauren Makk who is a judge on “Shop Class” now streaming on Disney+. Dr. Judy and Lauren discuss coming from humble beginnings and why childhood programming continues to have an impact on us as adults. Despite the challenges Lauren has faced in her life, she never gives up and
Jul 28, 2020 • 56:58
Impress anyone, master social interactions, and tap into the power of persuasion with Art of Charm’s AJ Harbinger and Johnny Dzubak
People are reporting higher rates of loneliness and dissatisfaction with their social lives more than ever in our technology-inundated world. But more meaningful, authentic, and relatable relationships that will fuel all of your life goals are achievable with the right tools! Our social interactions impact our lives in a profound ways across the board, some of which you might not even realize. Today, our social skills are being tested during quick run-ins with people at the gas station to life’s
Jul 21, 2020 • 54:26
Using yourself as a self-care guinea pig: That’s So Retrograde podcast hosts Elizabeth Kott and Stephanie Simbari experiment with wellness
In this episode, Dr. Judy dishes on the SuperCharged Secret of being a Lifelong Learner, and welcomes two best friends and hosts of the unique and refreshing wellness podcast, "That's So Retrograde". Stephanie Simbari and Elizabeth Kott have been coined "The Ab Fab" of the new age and dish on everything from self-worth, wellness and pop culture. After their respective careers in fashion and comedy, the two friends reveal how their "retrograde" friendship came about and share the ups and downs of
Jul 14, 2020 • 1:04:23
The secrets of high-functioning addicts: Overcoming codependency and helping loved ones through substance abuse with author Eilene Zimmerman
In today’s delicate world, laden with the horrors of the Covid19 pandemic and racial injustices hitting fever pitch, other systemic problems have been temporarily swept aside. In this episode, Dr. Judy meets New York Times’ Best-Selling author Eilene Zimmerman, who talks about her new memoir “Smacked,” and the opioid epidemic that shattered her family and caused her to deeply examine her life. Eilene, a decorated journalist of more than 30 years, recounts the day she found her ex-husband Peter
Jul 7, 2020 • 1:20:57
Grammy-award winning singer India Arie on how to achieve inner peace through stillness, meditation, and unconventional mindful practices that fits your personality
Singer and songwriter India Arie has won four Grammy’s and sold over 13 million records in the U.S. and abroad but her journey navigating the music industry has never been easy. In fact, she credits meditation and her spiritual practice for saving her when she wanted to walk away and retire. India’s meditation journey started nearly two decades ago after a disappointing experience at the Grammy’s and she continued down the path to live her truth ever since. India opens up about her dark moment
Jun 30, 2020 • 1:00:15
The hidden faces of domestic violence: How to escape coercive control and land the relationship you deserve with Miss New Jersey Gina Mellish
Gina Mellish is a self-proclaimed “ultimate tomboy” who says an exemplary role model inspired her to enter the world of pageantry. But while her life looked glamorous on the outside, Gina reveals that behind closed doors she was trapped in an abusive relationship. Hear firsthand how one life-changing day motivated Gina to take her power back, advocate for domestic violence victims, and teach young people to love well. In an honest and poignant conversation, Gina shares the hidden signs of abus
Jun 23, 2020 • 37:06
Do juvenile delinquents deserve a second chance at life? How producer Scott Budnick is reducing recidivism and offering hope to the disenfranchised
Dr. Judy and Scott Budnick get together to talk about why he left a red-hot career in Hollywood behind to start the Anti-Recidivism Coalition, a non-profit organization with the mission of ending mass incarceration, improving the community, and promoting impactful policy change. Scott is well-known for being one of the executive producers of The Hangover but after a fateful visit to Sylmar Juvenile Hall, he began to follow a different dream: to work in criminal justice reform and to provide ment
Jun 16, 2020 • 59:21
How to have difficult conversations to heal the racial divide: An enlightening conversation with father Tom Gibbons and filmmaker Reinaldo Marcus Green
On the heels of the tragic deaths of Ahmaud Abery, George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, Dr. Judy sits down with two accomplished guests, award-winning filmmaker, writer, and director Reinaldo Marcus Green and Catholic priest Fr. Tom Gibbons and Vice President of Paulist Productions, to inspire meaningful, insightful, and non-defensive dialogue about systemic racism, social injustice and the inequities in American culture today. As the news cycle abruptly shifted from the COVID-19 crisis to a decades
Jun 9, 2020 • 1:08:20
Want to be a genius? America’s favorite citizen scientist Max Lugavere Shares how to heal your mind, strengthen your body, and become extraordinary
Dr. Judy is joined by citizen scientist, health advocate, and best-selling author, Max Lugavere. Max’s life took a tragic turn when his mom, Kathy was diagnosed with dementia. Instead of getting down, Max became obsessed with learning how to prevent this disease from taking the lives of others that he loves. He became an independent investigator and used his journalism experience to learn as much as possible about brain and whole body health, distilling research from top doctors, scientists and
Jun 3, 2020 • 1:12:43
Overcoming perfectionism and how to find yourself with prima ballerina Tiler Peck
Dr. Judy gets together with ultra-determined professional dancer Tiler Peck. Tiler is a principal dancer in the New York City Ballet, an actress; a fashion designer (Tiler Peck Designs), and author, recently penning her first children’s book, “Katarina Ballerina” which explores self-acceptance and embracing our own uniqueness at any age. Tiler reveals her childhood roots, growing up among accomplished dancers and athletes, and her journey from jazz and hip-hop to the competitive world of ballet.
May 26, 2020 • 1:03:30
The Real Life “Dirty John” Story: Surviving a psychopath and how to spot the warning signs with Terra and Debra Newell
“Dirty John” is the true crime story that captured the nation – how a con artist and convicted felon masqueraded as a doctor to sweep a successful Southern California businesswoman and mother off her feet and into real danger. Whether you’ve read about it, heard the true-crime podcast or seen the Netflix series, you have not heard it all! In this episode, Dr. Judy goes to new depths with John’s former wife, Debra Newell, and her daughter, Terra, who killed him in self-defense. From the moment
May 19, 2020 • 1:15:46
Celebrity Chef Rocco Dispirito opens up about overcoming crippling social anxiety and grief and how to heal through cooking, mindfulness, and therapy
You know Rocco DiSpirito as an energetic, confident TV personality, Michelin star chef, and bestselling author; now he opens up to Dr. Judy about his ongoing battle with anxiety, despite massive success. Rocco shares stories of how he started therapy in second grade, hired an acting coach to teach him how to interact with restaurant customers, and why, after decades on TV, he’s still nervous for interviews. He gets real about the body shaming and criticism he’s faced while launching his new book
May 12, 2020 • 1:05:45
Denise Austin on how anyone can become a fitness powerhouse and health guru in your own home
Dr. Judy sits down with fitness powerhouse Denise Austin to talk about ways to supercharge your health. Denise Austin has sold over 25 million exercise DVDs and written more than 20 books on fitness and she's been a wellness icon for over four decades. She is a full-time motivator, wife, mother of two, and one of the most positive people you'll ever get to meet! This episode covers major ground and Denise dishes her best secrets on how to stay well mind, body, and spirit and how to deve
May 5, 2020 • 1:03:19
Curing Burnout, Hustle Culture, and Toxic Productivity: Deep dive with lead prosecutor from Gabriel Hernandez case Jonathan Hatami
In this episode, Dr. Judy sat down with Los Angeles Deputy District Attorney Jonathan Hatami, a remarkable man who inarguably has one of the most stressful and impactful jobs as prosecutor in child murder cases. Together they discuss how to combat burnout, a phenomenon reaching epic proportions in many industrialized countries. Burnout is characterized by emotional, mental and often physical exhaustion brought on by prolonged and repeated work stress that leads people to feel depressed, detached
Apr 28, 2020 • 1:03:10
Billionaire Mark Cuban on Building Thriving Empires: Conscientious and empathic capitalism
In this episode, Dr. Judy sat down with Mark Cuban, a self-made billionaire, a visionary and a true American success story. Mark’s humble roots from a working class family taught him the value of learning and hard work, and today he is frequently sought after by world leaders for advice and guidance and was recently appointed to President Trump’s advisory group on reopening the economy. This solution-focused episode is full of gems as Mark shares his ideas about how America will emerge stronger
Apr 21, 2020 • 54:15
Scapegoating, gaslighting, and breakthrough resilience with author Virginia Buckingham
In this episode, Dr. Judy sits down with Virginia Buckingham, the first female CEO of Massachusetts Transportation Authority (Massport) and the person in charge on September 11th, 2001. On that fateful day, two of the four planes that were hijacked then used as missiles to bring down the twin towers of the World Trade Center originated from Boston’s Logan International Airport, operated by Massport. What transpired that day was punctuated by horror, unbelievable images of destruction, and loss o
Apr 14, 2020 • 1:12:50
Margaret Cho & Nico Santos on harnessing the power of comedy and laughter to heal grief and division
The star of NBC’s “Superstore” and “Crazy Rich Asians”, Nico Santos, and Actress, Author and Comedian Margaret Cho join Dr. Judy to talk about the power of laughter, how to find joy in grief and how humor can heal. They also address the alarming rise in attacks against Asian Americans in the midst of the COVID19 pandemic. More than 1000 hate crimes against Asian Americans have been reported in just the past two weeks, prompting Congressional leaders to condemn racism and the FBI to issue a warni
Apr 7, 2020 • 57:17
Secrets from an American Idol with Paula Abdul
Grammy Winner, Emmy Winner, and Multi-platinum Recording Artist Paula Abdul shares untold stories from her rise to fame! From the moment she packed three different outfits and registered with three different names to audition for the Laker Girls to hitting number one on the charts with a song once tossed in the trash can, Paula Abdul has always believed “No is just the beginning of a negotiation.” Learn how self-awareness and sheer tenacity took a valley girl to superstardom! Hear why she cried
Mar 31, 2020 • 1:08:08
Winning Psychology with Maria Ho
It’s the premiere episode of Supercharged Life! Professional Poker Player and TV personality Maria Ho (@Maria_Ho) is one of the top-ranked female poker players in the world and a television host/commentator.Hear how a keg of beer launched Maria’s Hall of Fame gambling career and how, as a woman, she had to fight for a seat at the table, literally. Score secrets on how to outsmart your opponents in the game of poker and the game of life! Plus, discover how moving to the U.S. sparked driv
Mar 24, 2020 • 1:04:15