The Phil Donahue ShowSeason 101980 · 67 episodesEpisodes1Cults in AmericaTopic: cults in America.2InflationTopic: the effect of inflation on the middle class.3In-vitro FertilizationIn-vitro fertilization is the program topic. Guests include Dr. Robert W. Kistner, president of the American Fertility Society.6Teen Pregnancy PreventionThe responsibility of teen-age males in pregnancy prevention is the program topic.7Authors Paula Nelson and Howard RuffAuthors Paula Nelson ("The Joy of Money") and Howard Ruff ("How to Prosper During the Coming Bad Years") are the guests.8Chicago mayor Jane ByrneChicago mayor Jane Byrne (D) is the program guest.9Gender RolesTopic: "gender roles".10Aid for Cambodian RefugeesReps. Elizabeth Holtzman (D-N.Y.) and Margaret Heckler (R-Mass.) discuss the U.S. role in giving aid to Cambodian refugees.11Single MotherhoodTopic: single motherhood.12Lauren BacallLauren Bacall is the guest.13Adult IlliteracyTopic: adult illiteracy.14Anti-Loitering LawsTopic: anti-loitering laws. Guests include lawyer Richard Emery.15The President's NephewGuests: William Carter Spann, President Carter's nephew, and his wife Jane.16FTC Chairman Michael PertschukFederal Trade Commission chairman Michael Pertschuk is the program guest.17Nightclub Owner Dana MontanaGuest: Dana Montana, who runs a Wisconsin nightclub featuring male strippers.18Linda LovelaceGuest Linda Lovelace discusses her autobiography "Ordeal".19Fashion Designer Albert CapraroFrom Sacramento: American fashion designer Albert Capraro presents some of his creations.20From Sacramento Memorial AuditoriumA program from the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium.21Excommunicated from the Mormon ChurchMormon Barbara Smith discusses the case of Sonia Johnson, who was excommunicated from the church because of her pro-ERA stand.22Author Eda LeShanAuthor Eda LeShan ("Winning the Losing Battle") discusses women and weight.23Author Myra TurleyFrom Sacramento: coauthor Myra Turley ("The New Couple: Women and Gay Men") is the guest.24Author Marcia LasswellAuthor Marcia Lasswell ("Styles of Loving") is the guest.25Author Dr. George R. BachFrom Sacramento, Cal.: Dr. George R. Bach, author of "Stop! You're Driving Me Crazy."26Marsha Mason and Neil SimonMarsha Mason and Neil Simon discuss their film "Chapter Two."27School Textbook CensorshipThe censorship of school textbooks is the topic. Guests are Mel and Norma Gabler, founders of a textbook-review service.28The Rights of Mental PatientsA discussion of the rights of mental patients. Pt. 1 of 2.29Baby Black MarketsTopic: the black market for babies in America.30Celebrity WivesTopic: the problems of being a celebrity's wife.31Spanking in SchoolsFrom Sacramento, Cal.: A debate on spanking as a disciplinary measure in schools.32Suzanne SomersFrom Sacramento: Suzanne Somers is the program guest.33Larry HagmanGuest Larry Hagman talks about the TV series "Dallas."34MenstruationTopic: menstruation.35Doctors' ResponsibilitiesTopic: doctors' responsibilities to their patients.36Walter CronkiteGuest: Walter Cronkite.37Surrogate Mothers' RightsTopic: the moral and legal rights of a surrogate mother.38Ayn RandGuest: author Ayn Rand.39Prayer in the ClassroomPrayer in the classroom is the program topic.40Economist Milton FriedmanEconomist Milton Friedman discusses his book "Free to Choose."41Author Marabel MorganAuthor Marabel Morgan talks about how cooking can improve a marriage's romance.42California Law on Child-Support PaymentsTopic: a proposed California law to deduct all child-support payments from a parent's wages.43Author Daphna AyalahGuest: coauthor Daphna Ayalah ("Breasts: Women Speak About Their Breats and Their Lives").44TeachersAn audience of teachers discuss their profession.45Financial Adviser Howard J. Ruff and Author Morton ShulmanGuests include financial adviser Howard J. Ruff and author Morton Shulman.46Dr. Benjamin SpockGuest: Dr. Benjamin Spock47Comulsive GamblingTopic: compulsive gambling.48Sammy Davis Jr.Guest: Sammy Davis Jr.49Mike DouglasMike Douglas is the guest.50Psychologist Robert Williams on IQ TestsPsychologist Robert Williams discusses whether intelligence tests are culturally biased.51Ralph NaderGuest: Ralph Nader52Author Barbara HansenAuthor Barbara Hansen ("Mexican Cookery") discusses and prepares authentic Mexican dishes.53Off-Broadway Play's CastGuests: the cast of the off-Broadway play "I'm Getting My Act Together and Taking It on the Road."54Pro KidsGuests: representatives from Pro Kids, an organization that stresses the fulfillment of motherhood.55Author Michael E. McGillAuthor Michael E. McGill ("The 40 to 60 Year Old Male") discusses male mid-life crisis.56The Iranian CrisisMethods of dealing with the Iranian crisis are debated.57Battered WomenTopic: programs that aid battered women and abusive husbands. Guests include representatives from Women Together.58Author Stephen GaskinAuthor Stephen Gaskin ("Mind at Play") is the guest.59Video Dating ServicesVideo dating services are discussed on the program.60HousehusbandsTopic: "househusbands."61Psychologist Miriam GotseyeffGuests include psychologist Miriam Gotseyeff, who discusses children and depression.62Coauthors Peggy and James VaughnGuests: coauthors Peggy and James Vaughn ("Beyond Affairs").63Bob NewhartGuest: Bob Newhart.64Shelley WintersGuest: Shelley Winters, who talks about her book "Shelley: Also Known as Shirley."65Truman CapoteAuthor Truman Capote ("Music for Chameleons").66Psychosomatic IllnessesThe program topic is psychosomatic illnesses.67Author Norman F. DaceyAuthor Norman F. Dacey ("How to Avoid Probate -- Updated!") is the program guest.68Nudist Campgrounds.Topic: nudist campgrounds.69Sex on Soap OperasSex on the soap operas is the program topic. Guests include Josh Taylor ("Days of Our Lives").Season 1Season 4Season 7Season 8Season 11Season 12Season 13Season 16Season 21Season 23Season 24Season 25
