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Coping Conversations

Hosted by Dr. Bob Phillips · education · EN · 389 episodes

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About this Podcast:

"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

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What is Coping Conversations about?

"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.

Who hosts Coping Conversations?

Coping Conversations is hosted by Dr. Bob Phillips. The show has published 389 episodes to date.

What has Coping Conversations covered recently?

Recent episodes include "389: Ilene Graff Returns, Mr. Belvedere, Broadway, Grief, and Gratitude" (22 October 2026, 26 minutes), "387: Jim Morris - Major League Baseball Player; Inspiration for "The Rookie"" (8 October 2026, 16 minutes), and "386: Arnold G, International Recording Artist; Founder & Publisher, Shine On Hollywood Magazine" (1 October 2026, 31 minutes).

How often does Coping Conversations publish?

Coping Conversations publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 24 minutes across 389 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Coping Conversations?

Booking probability for Coping Conversations is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Coping Conversations requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Coping Conversations's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Coping Conversations?

The strongest fits for Coping Conversations are Courses, Coaching & Lessons. Coping Conversations has an education audience.

About the host

Dr. Bob Phillips hosts Coping Conversations, an education show with 389 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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    389: Ilene Graff Returns — Mr. Belvedere, Broadway, Grief, and Gratitude

    Oct 22, 202626 min

    Actress and singer Ilene Graff returns to join host Dr. Bob Phillips on Coping Conversations to discuss her memorable roles in Mr. Belvedere and Broadway's Grease, her upcoming musical show Travelin' Thru: A Roadmap of...

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    387: Jim Morris - Major League Baseball Player; Inspiration for "The Rookie"

    Oct 8, 202616 min

    My guest is a former high school teacher and coach who lived his dream by pitching in the Major Leagues, whose career was immortalized in the movie "The Rookie." We discussed what led to him appearing in the big...

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    386: Arnold G — International Recording Artist; Founder & Publisher, Shine On Hollywood Magazine

    Oct 1, 202631 min

    My guest is an international recording artist and the founder and publisher of Shine On Hollywood Magazine, a global publication reaching readers in more than 140 countries. We discuss his journey from childhood poverty...

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    385: Morgan DiPrimo — Founder & CEO, Align33 Media, Mental Health Advocate

    Sep 24, 202622 min

    My guest is the Founder and CEO of Align33 Media, a nonprofit organization focused on eating disorders and mental health. We discuss her personal journey that led to the establishment of this organization, separating...

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    384: Jackie Martling Returns: Still Laughing, Still Performing, Still the Joke Man

    Sep 17, 202627 min

    Comedian Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling returns to Coping Conversations for a third visit to talk about what he's doing now, decades of comedy memories, getting older without slowing down, coping through laughter, and...

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    383: Dr. Bob Phillips - Living Well After Diagnosis: Finding Your Way Forward

    Sep 10, 202614 min

    In this special follow-up solo episode, I discuss practical strategies from my latest book, Living Well After Diagnosis: Practical Strategies to Cope, Move Forward, and Reclaim Your Life with Chronic Illness. We discuss...

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    382: Shelley Fabares - Actress, "Coach"; Singer, "Johnny Angel" - In Memoriam

    Sep 3, 202639 min

    In honor of the recent passing of actress Shelley Fabares, here's an encore presentation of my interview with her, taped during the COVID pandemic in 2020.

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    381: Adrienne Barbeau - Actress ("Maude", "Escape from New York")

    Aug 27, 202630 min

    My guest is an award-winning actress, author, and voice-over artist, perhaps best known for her roles in Maude and Escape from New York. We discuss building a career that has lasted more than fifty years, reinventing...

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    380: Tommy John - Legendary New York Yankees Pitcher- In Memoriam

    Aug 20, 202620 min

    In honor of the recent passing of all-star pitcher, Tommy John, here's an encore presentation of my interview with him from 2012.

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    379: Scott MacIntyre - Singer, American Idol Finalist - Archived Episode

    Aug 13, 202618 min

    My guest is a singer, songwriter, pianist, and American Idol finalist who shares his remarkable personal and professional journey. We discuss his experience on American Idol and building a successful music career while...

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    378: Peter Hoffman - Attorney, Hollywood Executive, Author ("Karmic Winds")

    Aug 6, 202627 min

    My guest is a veteran Hollywood producer, studio executive, and author whose new memoir is Karmic Winds: Reflections of the Smartest Guy in Hollywood. We discuss the book, his extraordinary journey through success...

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    377: Charles Rosenay - Entertainer, Entrepreneur, Actor

    Jul 30, 202627 min

    My returning guest is an actor, producer, author, and event organizer. We discuss his upcoming witch festival, Connecticut's little-known witch history, why ghost stories continue to fascinate us, and much more.

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    376: Ken Lerner - Actor ("The Goldbergs"), Acting Coach (The Ken Lerner Studio)

    Jul 23, 202626 min

    My guest is a veteran character actor and acting coach whose television credits include The Goldbergs, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Friends, The Big Bang Theory, and dozens of other popular series. We discuss building a...

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    375: Dr. Bob Phillips - Living Well After Diagnosis: A Special Solo Episode

    Jul 16, 202610 min

    In this special solo episode, I discuss three practical strategies from my latest book, Living Well After Diagnosis: Practical Strategies to Cope, Move Forward, and Reclaim Your Life with Chronic Illness. We discuss...

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    374: Pamela Gray - Screenwriter, Playwright ("A Walk on the Moon")

    Jul 9, 202636 min

    My guest is an acclaimed screenwriter and playwright whose screenwriting credits include A Walk on the Moon, which she has now adapted into a new Off-Broadway musical. We discuss the autobiographical inspiration behind...

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    373: Amy Ephron - Best-Selling Author, Screenwriter, Jounalist

    Jul 2, 202622 min

    My guest is a prolific writer, having written a number of bestsellers, including A Cup of Tea, and her latest, "Unseasonably Cold". We discuss her method of writing, her love for historical fiction and what she calls a...

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    372: James Burrows - (Television director, "Taxi", "Cheers", etc.) - In Memoriam

    Jun 25, 202620 min

    In honor of the recent passing of legendary television sitcom director James Burrows, here's an encore presentation of my interview with him from 2022.

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    371: Daphne Reid - Actress ("The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air")

    Jun 18, 202624 min

    My guest is perhaps best-known for playing "Aunt Viv" on "The Fresh Prince from Bel-Air." She is an accomplished actress, producer, and creative entrepreneur. We discuss reinvention, resilience, and staying creatively...

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    370: Julius La Rosa - Singer, Radio/Television Performer - from our Archives

    Jun 11, 202618 min

    My guest on this archived show, originally airing in 1996, was a popular singer and actor who worked on both television and radio. We discussed his career, the state of music, how he'd deal with highs and lows, and much...

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    369: Melba Tolliver - Pioneering Journalist and News Anchor

    Jun 4, 202630 min

    My guest is a pioneering journalist and broadcast news trailblazer. We discuss courage under pressure, maintaining identity in the workplace, standing firm in your values—and much more.

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