Coping Conversations
268 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratings“Coping Conversations” is an entertaining, educational, and inspirational podcast, hosted by internationally renowned psychologist, Dr. Bob Phillips. The “Coping Conversations” show has been airing weekly for more than 30 years, having appeared on New York radio stations and as a nationally available audio-streamed radio program since 1991. Due to popular demand, it debuted as a podcast in 2019.
In each episode, Dr. Phillips interviews a well-known celebrity or expert, bringing the listening audience up to date on current appearances, performances, publications, and other activities of interest.
As the main focus, our listeners are always fascinated to hear about our guest’s interesting life activities and successful coping experiences, hence the name “Coping Conversations“! The show invariably is positive, upbeat, and fascinating.
Dr. Phillips is also the author of more than 40 best-selling books, and the founder and director of the Center for Coping (www.coping.com) on Long Island, New York.
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Episodes
159: Mackenzie Phillips - Actress (“One Day At a Time”), Singer, Counselor, Author – Part 2
May 26, 2022 07:00 - 19 minutes - 6.63 MBThis is the second part of a two-part interview with actress/singer Mackenzie Phillips. We talk about her book, High on Arrival, the shocking revelations that got everyone’s attention, how she has coped and is now helping others, and much more.
158: Mackenzie Phillips- Actress (“One Day at a Time”), Singer, Counselor, Author – Part 1
May 19, 2022 07:00 - 18 minutes - 6.47 MBMy guest is an actress, singer, and author, who, despite her popularity, has had many difficulties in her life, starting as a young child. We discuss what she's gone through, how she finally pulled herself together, how she has used what she experienced to help others, and much more.
157: Jeffrey Sitcov, President & Founder of Doors of Change
May 12, 2022 07:00 - 18 minutes - 6.38 MBMy guest is the President and Founder of Doors of Change, a non-profit organization that primarily aims to help homeless youth. We discuss the extent of the problem, what Doors of Change does, the role of music and art in developing trust, and much more.
156: Audrey Landers- Actress/Singer (“Dallas”, ”A Chorus Line”)
May 05, 2022 07:00 - 25 minutes - 8.82 MBMy guest has had two major roles in a long, successful career, Afton Cooper on the TV show “Dallas,” and Val in the movie “A Chorus Line”. We discuss her start in show business, her balance of acting and singing, her major performances in show business, how she deals with stress, and much more.
155: Jackie Martling- The Joke Man Returns
April 28, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 10.2 MBMy returning guest has enjoyed making people laugh for virtually his whole life. We discuss how his career exploded because of his regular appearances on the Howard Stern Show, his interest in joke-telling, especially dirty jokes, how humor has helped him cope, and much more.
154: Jim Meskimen- Actor, Comedian, Impressionist
April 21, 2022 07:00 - 30 minutes - 10.3 MBMy guest is a talented and creative actor, comedian, and impressionist. We discuss the process of learning new voice impressions, his belief in humor as a coping tool, his acting career, his desire to inspire and motivate, and much more.
153: Bernie Siegel, MD- Author, “Love, Medicine, and Miracles”
April 14, 2022 07:00 - 14 minutes - 8.31 MBIn this archived show, originally taped in 1998, Dr. Siegel and I discuss his best-selling book, “Love, Medicine & Miracles,” and the important ways that patients can help themselves in the healing process. We discuss what got him interested in this, and much more.
152: Rob Lake, World-Famous Illusionist
April 07, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes - 8.98 MBMy guest is a popular illusionist who exploded on the scene as a finalist on America’s Got Talent. We discuss his passion for magic, how he learns and expands his craft, the highs and the lows of performing, and much more!
152: Rob Lake- World-Famous Illusionist
April 07, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes - 8.98 MBMy guest is a popular illusionist who exploded on the scene as a finalist on America’s Got Talent. We discuss his passion for magic, how he learns and expands his craft, the highs and the lows of performing, and much more!
151: Julie Budd - Reminiscing with the Esteemed Singer, Actress, and Performer
March 31, 2022 07:00 - 30 minutes - 10.6 MBMy guest today is a singer who has been impressing audiences with her voice for decades. She is a popular cabaret singer and actress, and has performed all over the world. We discuss her career, her positive attitude, and much more!
150: Robert Lahita, MD- Physician, Author, Researcher
March 24, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutes - 9.82 MBMy guest is a world-renowned physician, author, and researcher, whose books and research focus on the immune system. We discuss his new book, "Immunity Strong;" the connection between stress, the immune system and autoimmune diseases; how you can help yourself and extend your life; and much more.
149: Jamie Farr- Actor (Klinger on M*A*S*H*) - Part 2
March 17, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutes - 16.4 MBThis is the second part of a two-part interview with “Klinger” on M*A*S*H*, Jamie Farr. We talk about how M*A*S*H* almost got cancelled, and turned into one of the most popular programs of all time, the camaraderie among the cast, all that he has accomplished and coped with since then, and much more.
148: Jamie Farr- Actor (Klinger on M*A*S*H*) – Part 1
March 10, 2022 08:00 - 19 minutes - 11 MBMy guest is one of the most recognizable characters on the hit TV show M*A*S*H*. In this first part of a two-part interview, we discuss his upbringing, how he knew he wanted to perform, what led to his casting on M*A*S*H*, and much more.
147: Molly Murray- CEO of the Autoimmune Association
March 03, 2022 08:00 - 18 minutes - 11.1 MBMillions of people suffer from more than 100 different autoimmune diseases. My guest on this show is the president and CEO of the national organization that advocates for this large group of people, the Autoimmune Association.
146: Jack LaLanne: Legendary Fitness Expert/Motivational Speaker
February 24, 2022 08:00 - 15 minutes - 8.8 MBThis archived show, originally airing in 1995, features one of the first and most legendary fitness experts of all time. At the time of this taping, he was 80 years old, and still exercising two and a half hours each day. We discuss his career, his feelings about exercise, and his book, “Revitalize Your Life After 50”. Although occasionally difficult to hear his comments clearly, his enthusiasm for his profession shines through.
145: Mel Carter, Popular Singer/Actor
February 17, 2022 08:00 - 20 minutes - 6.9 MBMy guest, Mel Carter, is perhaps best known for one song, “Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me,” but he’s had many hits and is still writing new music. We discuss his lengthy career, his love for performing, the difficulties he has encountered in his career, and much more.
144: Randall Rutta: CEO, National Health Council
February 10, 2022 08:00 - 19 minutes - 7.27 MBMy guest is a senior healthcare executive and CEO of the National Health Council. We discuss his passion for healthcare advocacy, his vision for healthcare enhancement in the future, the role that the National Health Council has been and will be playing in healthcare advancement, and much more.
144: Randall Rutta- CEO, National Health Council
February 10, 2022 08:00 - 19 minutes - 7.27 MBMy guest is a senior healthcare executive and CEO of the National Health Council. We discuss his passion for healthcare advocacy, his vision for healthcare enhancement in the future, the role that the National Health Council has been and will be playing in healthcare advancement, and much more.
143: Blanca Blanco: Popular Actress, Model, and Now Author
February 03, 2022 08:00 - 20 minutes - 7.29 MBMy guest is an actress, model, and now author, the writer of the new book “Breaking the Mold.” We discuss her upbringing, how she’s dealt with many life adversities, how her spirit has led to her success, and much more.
142: Eli Wallach: Stage/Screen/TV Academy Award Winning Actor
January 27, 2022 08:00 - 13 minutes - 8 MBFor more than 60 years, veteran actor Eli Wallach was in demand to appear on stage and screen. Eli, who passed away in 2015 at age 98, appeared in more than 100 movies and has appeared in numerous stage productions, both with and without his wife, actress Anne Jackson. In this newly archived show, originally taped in 1998 before his appearance in great recent movies such as “The Holiday” and “Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps”, we discussed longevity in show business, and how he mixed his care...
141: Jo Anne Worley: Laugh-In Actress/Comedienne
January 20, 2022 08:00 - 20 minutes - 6.97 MBMy guest is an actress, singer, comedienne, and animal lover, who first became famous on Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In. We discuss her history with Laugh-In, how her comedy has always been part of her act and her life, her advocacy for animals, and her role in the "Betty White Challenge", in honor of the late Betty White.
140: Austin Pendleton: Actor from "My Cousin Vinny"
January 13, 2022 08:00 - 30 minutes - 10.8 MBMy returning guest is perhaps best known for playing the public defender in the movie “My Cousin Vinny”. We discuss his role in the movie, other movies he’s done, his interest in performing on the stage, and much more.
139: Shadoe Stevens: Television Host, Announcer, and Voiceover Actor
January 06, 2022 08:00 - 16 minutes - 9.46 MBMy guest is Shadoe Stevens, formerly the announcer on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, a popular American Radio Host, voice-over actor, and television personality. We discuss how his career was a life-long dream, how he enjoys having such a recognized voice, difficulties in his career, and where his name came from, among other topics.
138: Rev. Dr. Suzan Johnson Cook: "Ambassador Sujay" and the "Queen of Inspiration"
December 30, 2021 08:00 - 19 minutes - 6.82 MBMy guest was the presidential advisor for two presidents, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama. She is Rev. Dr. Suzan Johnson Cook, affectionately known as Ambassador Sujay. We discuss her career, the importance of inspiration in difficult times, how she has coped with a variety of things in her life, and much more.
137: Eddie Bracken: The Late "Home Alone 2" Actor
December 23, 2021 08:00 - 14 minutes - 8.49 MBThis enjoyable show, originally recorded and aired in 1995, and digitally remastered to be available on this podcast, stars the late actor Eddie Bracken, known for playing Mr. Duncan in Home Alone 2, and National Lampoon's Vacation, among many others. We discuss the changes in show business from his earlier performances, his enjoyment of his later roles, and the role of family in his life.
136: Bianca & Chiara D’Ambrosio: Twin Actresses, Singers, and YouTube Stars
December 16, 2021 08:00 - 29 minutes - 10.3 MBMy guests are the talented D’Ambrosio twins, Bianca and Chiara. We talk about their show business careers, how they find being child stars and cope with their careers, as well how they give back, and much more.
135: Petri Hawkins-Byrd and Makita Bond: The Judge Judy Show Bailiff and Producer
December 09, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes - 7.51 MBMy guests today are Judge Judy’s bailiff Petri Hawkins-Byrd and his wife Makita Bond Byrd, discussing the end of the Judge Judy show, their health conditions, their new YouTube show, Bonding with Byrd, and more.
134: Patricia Cornwell: Bestselling Author of the new book, "Autopsy"
December 02, 2021 08:00 - 20 minutes - 7.02 MBMy guest is one of the most popular crime writers of all time. We discuss her new book, “Autopsy”, the latest in the Kay Scarpetta series, her career, and much more.
133: Dr. Bob Phillips: It’s Always Good To Be Thankful - No Matter How Stressful Things May Be!
November 25, 2021 08:00 - 8 minutes - 4.89 MBIn this new solo podcast, Dr. Phillips discusses why there are always things to be thankful for, no matter how stressful your life may be!
132: Rodney Allen Rippy: Actor, Producer, & Former Child Star
November 18, 2021 08:00 - 26 minutes - 9.38 MBMy guest started his show business career at the ripe old age of 3 ½. We discuss his child star activities, how his family kept his head on straight, how he’s dealt with the ups and downs in his life, and much more.
131: Martha Bolton: Comedy Writer for Bob Hope
November 11, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 8.76 MBMy guest wrote comedy for Bob Hope, and others, for years. We discuss her career in comedy, her new book about Bob Hope, and much more.
130: David Wenzel & David Vando: Producer and Screenwriter for the Movie “Hamlet/Horatio”
November 04, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 8.55 MBMy guests were instrumental in bringing the new award-winning film “Hamlet/Horatio” to the screen. We discuss the trials and tribulations of doing so, how they made Shakespeare enjoyable for new audiences, how this whole process impacted them, and more.
129: Doug Mummert: President/Chairman, National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Foundation
October 28, 2021 07:00 - 20 minutes - 6.95 MBMy guest has a career in public service, from the Phoenix Fire Department to President and Chairman of the National Academy of Television Arts and Science Foundation. We discuss how his activities have been life-changing and rewarding, and more.
128: Jim J. Bullock: The "Prince Valium" Actor from Spaceballs
October 21, 2021 07:00 - 17 minutes - 9.92 MBMy guest appeared as Prince Valium in the movie Spaceballs, and as Monroe in the TV show “Too Close For Comfort”. We discuss his career, his personal physical and emotional health crises, and much more.
127: Natasha Pearl Hansen: Comedienne, Podcast Host, & Entrepreneur
October 14, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 8.04 MBMy guest is a stand-up comedienne, podcast host, and entrepreneur. We discuss her career, how she’s used difficult life events to create comedy, how she uses humor as a coping strategy, and much more.
126: Loretta Swit: Another Visit with "Hot Lips" from Television's M*A*S*H*
October 07, 2021 07:00 - 20 minutes - 7.35 MBMy returning guest is actress Loretta Swit, “Hot Lips” on television’s classic M*A*S*H. We discuss how she has dealt with the pandemic, her love for animals and for her fans, her thoughts about coping with life’s circumstances, and more.
125: Donald Meichenbaum, PhD: A World-Renowned Psychologist Discusses Intimate Partner Violence
September 30, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 10 MBMy returning guest is Dr. Donald Meichenbaum, one of the founders of cognitive-behavior therapy. In presentation format, Dr. Meichenbaum discusses intimate partner violence, including suggestions for how to recognize the warning signals.
124: Stella Grubb: The Young "Rekindling Christmas" Actress
September 23, 2021 07:00 - 16 minutes - 9.61 MBMy guest is 10-year-old actress Stella Grubb, currently appearing in the movie “Rekindling Christmas”. We discuss her thoughts about being an actress, her excitement at working with big stars, and much more.
124: Stella Grubb: The Young "Rekindling Christmas" Actress
September 23, 2021 07:00 - 16 minutes - 9.61 MBMy guest is 10-year-old actress Stella Grubb, currently appearing in the movie “Rekindling Christmas”. We discuss her thoughts about being an actress, her excitement at working with big stars, and much more.
123: Michael Shevack: Professor, Inter-Religious Leader, and Author of “Soul Lessons from the Wizard of Oz”
September 16, 2021 07:00 - 16 minutes - 9.46 MBMy guest is religious leader and author Michael Shevack, whose new book is called Soul Lessons from the Wizard of Oz: How to Follow Your Yellow Brick Road. We discuss his humanitarian and spiritual goals, and how his books can give you greater insight into the human condition.
122: Rebekah & James Ganiere: The Creative Couple Behind “Rekindling Christmas”
September 09, 2021 07:00 - 23 minutes - 14.1 MBMy guests are Rebekah (writer) and James Ganiere (producer) who collaborated on the Emmy-Award-nominated movie, “Rekindling Christmas.” We discussed their respective careers, how they deal with their collaborations, the inspirational messages contained in their movie, and much more.
121: Steve Pieters: Pastor and Inspirational AIDS Activist
September 02, 2021 07:00 - 19 minutes - 11 MBMy guest is an AIDS activist who is portrayed in the new biopic, “The Eyes of Tammy Faye.” We discuss how he coped with his health crisis, how his appearance on Tammy Faye Bakker’s show was life-changing… for many, and much more.
120: Craig Allen: Popular NY-Area Meteorologist
August 26, 2021 07:00 - 27 minutes - 9.55 MBMy guest is a meteorologist whose weather reports have been heard in the New York area for more than 40 years! We discuss his passion for weather, how weather forecasting has changed, how he’s coped with the difficult parts of weather forecasting, and much more.
119: Robin Cook: Best-Selling Medical Mystery Author
August 19, 2021 07:00 - 18 minutes - 10.9 MBMy guest is the author of more than three dozen novels and is considered one of the best medical mystery authors of all time. We discuss his latest book, “Viral”, his passion for including important issues involving modern medicine in his books, and much more.
118: Barry Livingston: Actor from the Classic TV Show, "My Three Sons"
August 12, 2021 07:00 - 19 minutes - 11.1 MBMy guest has been an actor for more than 60 years, and became famous for being one of the stars of the classic TV show, “My Three Sons”. We discuss his experience with this show, sibling rivalry with his brother, and other things he’s experienced in his career.
117: Kate Linder: Esther Valentine from the long-running "The Young and the Restless"
August 05, 2021 07:00 - 16 minutes - 9.45 MBMy guest is a soap opera star on “The Young and the Restless” who has soared on the small screen and in the air. We discuss her lengthy career, how she stays grounded, and her important charity work.
116: Robert Hays: "Ted Striker" from the classic movie comedy, "Airplane!"
July 29, 2021 07:00 - 23 minutes - 14.7 MBMy guest starred as Ted Striker in the popular movie comedy “Airplane!”. We discuss how much he enjoyed this life-altering film, how it shaped the rest of his career, how a body-surfing accident in Hawaii almost killed him, and much more.
115: Teresa Ganzel: Matinee Lady from The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
July 22, 2021 07:00 - 19 minutes - 11.4 MBMy guest is far more than a ditzy blonde. She’s been a recurring actress on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and has performed in numerous television shows and movies. We discuss the dangers of being typecast, how she has enjoyed doing voice-overs, and much more.
114: Bob Bergen: Porky Pig (and others!) Voice Actor
July 15, 2021 07:00 - 18 minutes - 10.7 MBMy guest is a well-respected voice actor, known for Porky Pig, Tweety, and many more. We discussed his passion for doing voices, how he was able to connect with Mel Blanc when he was 14 years old, how he developed this into a career, and much more.
113: Petri Hawkins-Byrd: Bailiff from the Long-Running Judge Judy Show
July 08, 2021 07:00 - 23 minutes - 13.2 MBMy guest has been the bailiff on the Judge Judy Show for its entire 25-year run. We discuss his career as a court officer, how he dealt with difficult situations on the show, how he learned to deal with being so recognizable, and much more.