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Coping Conversations

"Coping Conversations” is a popular 15-minute radio show, hosted by internationally renowned psychologist, Dr. Bob Phillips, which has been aired on radio stations and as a nationally available audio-streamed program since 1991.

On each show, 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 experiences and successful coping experiences, hence the name "Coping Conversations"! The show invariably is positive, upbeat, and fascinating.

Host Dr. Bob Phillips is also the author of more than 35 best-selling books, and the founder and director of the Center for Coping (www.coping.com) on Long Island, New York.

364: Donald Meichenbaum, Ph.D. – World-Renowned Psychologist- Return Visit

Apr 30, 2026

My returning guest is one of the most famous, influential psychologists in the world. A founder of cognitive-behavior therapy, we discuss his career, the important skills of therapy, what makes a good therapist, and much more.

363: Nelson Aspen - Entertainment Personality; Journalist; Author (“Dancing Between the Raindrops”)

Apr 23, 2026

My guest is a multifaceted entertainment personality, a journalist for decades, and an author of 12 books, including “Dancing Between the Raindrops: Happily Ever After?" We discuss his career, his books, his positive attitude, and much more.

362: Shannon Miller - US Olympic Champion; Health Advocate – Return Visit

Apr 16, 2026

My returning guest is an Olympic gymnastics champion, and now a champion advocate for cancer survivors. We discuss her new digital platform, Salto Health, her passion for helping people as a result of her own cancer experiences, and much more.

361: Richard Pryor, Jr.- Actor/Writer; Richard Pryor’s Son

Apr 9, 2026

My guest is the son of legendary comedian Richard Pryor. We discuss his book, “In a Pryor Life”, his relationship with his father, the difficult things he has coped with in his life, and much more.

360: Cam Clarke - Voiceover Actor, Singer, Performer, Author

Apr 2, 2026

My guest is the author of the new book, “Now They’re All Here: Over 100 Years of Entertainment from America’s First Family of Song.” We discuss his growing up with the King family, his growing into a voiceover career, his ups and downs dealing with his career, and much more.