Dr. James Dobson was the Founder Chairman of the James Dobson Family Institute, a nonprofit organization that produced his radio program, Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk. He earned a Ph.D. from the University of Southern California and held 18 honorary doctoral degrees. He also was the author of more than 70 books dedicated to the preservation of the family.
Dr. Dobson served as an associate clinical professor of pediatrics at the University of Southern California School of Medicine for 14 years, and on the attending staff of Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles for 17 years in the divisions of child development and medical genetics.
He advised five U.S. presidents and served on eight national commissions.
Dr. Dobson was married to Shirley for just shy of 65 years, and he was the beloved father of two grown children, Danae and Ryan, and two grandchildren.
Are you looking for ways to spice up your marriage? Then try “feeding the ducks!” If this isn't the advice you were expecting, listen to today’s edition of Family Talk and the conclusion of Dr. Dobson's interview with Bill and Pam Farrel, authors of the book, Red-Hot Monogamy. Find out how you can help rev up your love life by taking a simple stroll through the park.
Is the flame of romance in your marriage more like a roaring fire, or a flicker that's about to go out? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson speaks candidly with Bill and Pam Farrel about their book entitled, Red-Hot Monogamy. Discover more about the wonderful gift of marriage created by God, and His intention to keep the intimacy alive within the marital relationship.
How do we find peace in a world that seems to be spiraling out of control? Where stress is running rampant and anxiety hides around every corner? On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Shirley Dobson joins her husband, Dr. James Dobson, to discuss the power of prayer. Philippians 4:6 says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Every child deserves to know that their parents are crazy about them. That is true even for the “extra effort kid!” On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton and Dr. James Dobson conclude their discussion about the strong-willed child. Discover the hope provided by these two experts in psychology on how to regain that critical relationship and overcome defiance in your child.
Do you struggle to connect with one or more of your children? Maybe your daughter is strong-willed and every day is a battle, or maybe you don’t share your son’s interests or hobbies. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton joins Dr. James Dobson to talk about the “extra effort kid,” and what parents can do to strengthen that difficult relationship.
What is your mission in life? For a Christian, the answer is simple. To introduce people to Jesus Christ, so they can know Him and make Him known to others. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his uplifting conversation with Dr. Ted Baehr about the entertainment industry and how his book entitled, Reel to Real: 45 Movie Devotions for Families, is helping to spread God’s Truth.
One of the most challenging jobs for a Christian parent is to identify the enemy’s threats that come against God’s truths for how to live a righteous life. John 10:10 says, “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson meets with Dr. Ted Baehr, founder of the Christian media resource, Movieguide, to discuss his passion to help parents and their children practice discernment and keep God’s Truth alive, especially where it pertains to the entertainment industry.
With the explosion of technology, studies show that kids between the ages of 11 and 14 are the heaviest users of digital devices, spending over 9 hours a day on social media and the Internet. On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson discusses this sobering topic with the late Dr. Brenda Hunter and her daughter and co-author, Kristen Blair. Dr. Dobson asks them questions about their helpful book, From Santa to Sexting: Keeping Kids Safe, Strong, and Secure in Middle School. Learn how to recognize the warning signs before your child’s digital life becomes a problem.
September 2023 Newsletter: Jim and Shirley celebrating their 63rd anniversary
According to A.W. Tozer, “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” So, what comes to mind when you think of God? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton concludes his deep discussion with pastor and author Louie Giglio about our perfect heavenly Father. No matter what your experience has been with your earthly dad, you too can know the perfect love of a father through your relationship with the Creator, your Father in Heaven. Discover the truth about His unfathomable longing for each of us to know Him and experience His great love.
