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Topic : 12/27 The Nanny Affair, Part 2

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Created on : Friday, September 07, 2007, 03:35:05 pm

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(Original Air Date: 09/13/07) The saga continues, as Dr. Phil brings you more of the affair that shattered the lives of a husband and wife and her best friend and parents. One year into his marriage, Brandon was caught cheating on his wife, Amy, with their teenage nanny. After fearing for her life, Amy filed a restraining order against Brandon, and he filed for divorce. But, their separation didn't last long. Amy decided to let Brandon back into her life, much to the dismay of her best friend, Heidi, and her parents, Cyndie and Mont. Why does Cyndie say she's scared of Brandon, and why does Mont say he doesn't believe a word Brandon says? Then, how are the kids faring during all of this chaos in the home? Heidi and Cyndie say they worry Brandon's discipline is over the top, but he says he's a loving father. What does Amy have to say? And, why does Dr. Phil question Brandon's sincerity to change? Is there hope this couple can save their marriage or should they call it quits once and for all? Tell us what you think!

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gracey123

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September 13, 2007, 6:56 am PDT

What's the title all about?

My only questions is for Dr. Phil..... why did you find it necessary to use this man's occupation in the title of your segment? I don't see you naming other segments "The Accountant Who Beat His Wife" or "The Nurse Who Abuses Her Children" etc.... I'm married to a firefighter who is a wonderful husband and father, not to mention firefighter. You should have kept it focused on that individual and not bring the entire firefighting occupation into the affair.

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connie83

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September 13, 2007, 6:58 am PDT

The Nanny Affair

Dr. Phil,

I'm glad you can see good in this guy, because I think he is playing you, his crocodile tears didn't impress me at all. At this point I don't think either on of them should have the children. If she stood by while he abused them saying it was discipline she is no better than he.

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September 13, 2007, 7:01 am PDT

There is always hope

I would like to suggest to this couple who are both hurting very deeply that there is hope if they are both willing to work at it. Check into a Retrouvaille weekend in your homestate. It is all confidential and is very helpful. I wish you and your children the best of luck no matter what direction you take. Remember when God is out of the picture, a marriage can go to hell.

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September 13, 2007, 7:02 am PDT

Dr Phil...Dr Phil....Dr. Phil???

You sold out. He is not "evil"....he is "damaged"???? What is that? This man gave me the creeps before he opened his mouth and after he opened his mouth he confirmed my fear. I would not allow anyone I know, especially my children to be anywere near a man like this. He is absolutely more than damaged. He is not wired correctly. For you to imply just damaged means he can be fixed. I do not believe he can be fixed. He is someones nightmare waiting to happen. Charmingly sick. I personally think he has committed crimes against women his entire life. Very, very sad. And, I am so disappointed in your not pointing out the danger this man truly is or even acknowledge the drugging and rape he and his wife already committed.

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September 13, 2007, 7:04 am PDT

She wasn't underage.

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after watching your show, let me say that the guy having the affair is a liar. he knows it and i know it. how i know it is because i see it in his eyes and his answers. his answers are as you say inconsistant, he can't even answer a simple question that you ask him, and he always has an answer to everything. including blaming every body else instead of taking responsibilty for actions. he may admitted to one affair with the teenager, but has anybody reported him on statutory rape. admitting to one affair with an underage minor as i understand it is very serious. he is an alpha male and i have zero tolerance for alpha males like him. he may seem to have all the right answers but he does not fool me.

The nanny wasn't underage. They are calling her a teenager because she was 18 at the time. That's legal in every state I know of.

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lamchop07

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September 13, 2007, 7:16 am PDT

Finally...the conclusion

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I am concerned as to why the "friend" is involved. Friends are usually there for support not for advice. Not even a friend knows what is in a person's heart. I feel the friend has added to this distressed relationship. I sense that the "friend" is a very unhappy person herself and could use some GOD magic in her life. I also feel, that if the couple is truly serious to make this work, then they should start by finding a church close to home and seek support and forgiveness. A great place to confess ALL your sins without being judged. This is a wonderful place to start their family through the healing process.

I agree with you about the "friend" comment. She causes MANY problems and should find her own life. She should not be living with them as she did before, that is a major issue. It's clear she has problems of her own. She treats the kids like her own and is very possessive of them. I believe that with hard work and supportive friends (not Heidi), they can make their marriage work. Brandon has stated that he would be willing to do the work to have his family back. It can happen...I just wish sometimes that Dr. Phil and his producers wouldn't be so concerned about ratings, because he has had them on for two days of saying the same stuff over and over and didn't give them any advice whatsoever about what do to next. I thought it was really good that he did say those things about Brandon's upbringing, because there are a lot of damaged people walking around, and they want to do better for their families but they just don't know what to do because they were never taught! Best wishes Brandon and Amy! You can make it.

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September 13, 2007, 7:18 am PDT

09/13 The Nanny Affair, Part 2

Alright, if this guy is "money poor", where did they get the $$$$ for a nanny?

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September 13, 2007, 7:20 am PDT

parents...

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It seems that the parents are very rational. They both have vested interest in their daughter's and grandchildren's well-being. Wiser with age, and I think she should listen to her Mom and Dad.

I think Amy's dad is probably a little wiser and more rational than the mom. Her mom is on anti-anxiety meds...a little unstable and definitely a worrier. She won't give anyone a second chance.

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September 13, 2007, 7:24 am PDT

Brandon is a jerk.

Brandon is a jerk. There are thousands of jerks just like him out there. He isn't that great looking......he's just average. Who does he think he is. All's that he can get are giddy teenagers. I guess that really boasts his ego. He's a fireman for goodness sake. I mean, at least Donald Trump has some bucks.

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September 13, 2007, 7:24 am PDT

HEIDI OUT

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The one about "neither of these 2 work"(Amy and Heidi) That was just another defensive move on his part to try and get the heat off of himself. And it sounded so sleazy of him to call Heidi a whore.I don't care what he says about anyone else, he is the one under scrutiny on this show. I admire Heidi for being determined enough to come on this show and try and portray him for what he really is. I gave up years ago trying to talk to friends about thier relationships. In my past experience,even if someone asks you what you think,they don't really want to hear it. And most of my friends stayed where they were in thier relationships. I don't think a lot of people realize how much strength Heidi has to be able and willing to stand up and be heard. I would have wimped out.

Heidi needs help of her own. I think she should come on Dr. Phil a separate time and get help for interfering into other's marriages and lives. She is causing so much stress and should not have been on this show at all. She did nothing to help the situation and only brought more negativity into it. They were totally firing all the comments on him and it isn't just about him. Dr. Phil never talked about the affair Amy had and I'm not sure why...and also why is Heidi stalking Amy sooooo much??? She is VERY possessive of her. It's not right.

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