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Call To Action

Dr. Phil McGraw and guest experts Donald Whitehead, Reshma Saujani, Dr. Ingrid Haynes-Traylor, and Guy Fieri analyze societal issues and call for us to take action for a better future. They address inertia, advocate for support structures, share personal stories, and tackle addiction crises. Plus, delve into educational challenges, and culinary philanthropy for a holistic view of issues and solutions.

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WE’VE GOT ISSUES: How You Can Stand Strong for America’s Soul and Sanity

WE’VE GOT ISSUES:

How You Can Stand Strong for America’s Soul and Sanity

by Phillip C. McGraw, Ph.D.

In WE’VE GOT ISSUES: How You Can Stand Strong for America’s Soul and Sanity Dr. Phil employs his signature no-nonsense approach to meticulously analyze American’s cultural crisis and offers practical, empirically based, action-oriented strategies to restore our country to societal health, sanity, and power. Click Here- AVAILABLE NOW!

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Key Learning:

EP210: Call To Action

[00:00:59] Addressing Homelessness and Inertia

Donald Whitehead Jr., an expert on homelessness, explores the idea of inertia in people who have been homeless for long periods and discusses the importance of case workers in providing the initial push and setting small goals for individuals transitioning from homelessness to stable living conditions. The cost to the government for supporting individuals who are chronically unsheltered is also addressed.

[00:12:38] Advocacy for Mothers

Reshma Saujani speaks about her background, motivation, and work, particularly focusing on the crisis faced by mothers during the COVID-19 pandemic. She addresses the changing dynamics of American society, the economic pressures on families, and the outdated models of work and school schedules, which add to maternal stress.

[00:24:31] Educational Challenges and Opportunities

Dr. Ingrid Haynes-Traylor discusses the challenges of literacy instruction, the impact of the pandemic on teaching, and strategies to motivate and support at-risk students. She also dives into teachers' financial struggles, the need for increased teacher pay, and the need for culturally responsive teaching to attract more individuals into the education field.

[00:37:10] Guy Fieri's Culinary and Philanthropic Efforts

Celebrity chef Guy Fieri talks about his projects, including providing meals during natural disasters with his rescue trailer and his reading advocacy program. He speaks passionately about the importance of community involvement and offers an optimistic perspective on improving social issues by highlighting positive actions and the power of advocating for good causes.