Dr. Phil Media Co. Must Trim Expenses In Ch. 11, Judge Says

By Emily Lever · November 13, 2025, 9:33 PM EST

A Texas bankruptcy judge on Thursday significantly trimmed a request by Merit Street Media to pay administrative expenses in its bankruptcy case, expressing concern that the company is appealing its case's...

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Summary

A Texas broadcasting network co-founded and co-owned by TV personality Dr. Phil's production company filed for bankruptcy to sell its assets. It simultaneously sued the other half of the joint venture, Christian broadcaster Trinity Broadcasting Network, alleging it failed to live up to its obligations under the partnership.

Case Number

8:25-bk-80156

Judge

Scott W. Everett

Venue

U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Texas

Capital Structure

Total Liabilities:

$100 million to $500 million

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Case Information

Case Title

Merit Street Media, Inc.

Case Number

8:25-bk-80156

Court

Texas Northern

Nature of Suit

Date Filed

July 02, 2025

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