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Dr. James Dobson

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.

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Parenting Basics: Toddlerhood – Part 1

July 11, 2022

Parents, when your child enters the toddler stage, brace yourself for the “first adolescence!” Just like a teenager desires increasing independence, your toddler will too. On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews a panel of doctors who insist that Mom and Dad lovingly let their toddler know that they are in charge. Listen to a valuable dose of encouragement and insight, and learn how to win the battle over bedtime and mealtime, the best toys for any age range, and the optimum number of hours of sleep a toddler needs per day.

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Policy & Culture

Dr. James Dobson Denounces President Biden’s Executive Order Promoting Abortion

July 8, 2022

This morning, President Biden signed an executive order promoting abortion.

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The New Black Robed Regiment – Part 2

July 5, 2022

In the days leading up to the Revolutionary War, Christian pastors often led the cry for liberty. They were in fact the boldest and most respected men in their communities. When the fighting broke out, many of these clergymen led the men of their congregations into battle. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and his guest, Dan Fisher, author of Bringing Back the Black Robed Regiment, continue their discussion about the need for spiritual revival. Fisher highlights various stories of America’s 18th century pastors, including Jonas Clarke and Thomas Allen, who boldly preached of the right to resist tyrannical rule.

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The New Black Robed Regiment – Part 1

July 4, 2022

On today’s Independence Day edition of Family Talk, author Dan Fisher describes the 18th century black-robed pastors who courageously led their men onto the battlefield against the British during the Revolutionary War. In his book, Bringing Back the Black Robed Regiment, he urges today’s clergymen to emulate the patriot pastors of America’s birth. Our pulpits desperately need biblical conviction once again to rally a new “black-robed regiment” of clergymen to arm Americans with the Word to uphold the Judeo-Christian principles on which this country was based.

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America’s birthday: The Real Story

July 1, 2022

As you prepare to celebrate the 246th anniversary of America’s independence on July 4th, will it just be a day off to eat hot dogs and enjoy fireworks? We hope not! On today’s special pre-Independence Day edition of Family Talk, David Barton, founder of Wallbuilders, takes a look at our country’s biblical foundations. For example, in May, 1778, General George Washington told his 11,000 soldiers positioned at Valley Forge in the midst of the Revolutionary War that, “To the distinguished character of patriot, it should be our highest glory to add the more distinguished character of Christian.”

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Parenting Basics: The First Years – Part 2

June 28, 2022

On today’s edition of Family talk, hear another day of practical wisdom for those expecting their first baby, or for the parents of a newborn.  Dr. James Dobson continues his discussion with a panel of pediatric doctors. If your baby is colicky, don’t hesitate to ask the grandparents or your close friends to watch the child for a couple of hours so you can take a break. The pediatricians also weigh in on the debate over scheduled feedings versus on-demand feedings, and provide advice on sleep training.

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Parenting Basics: The First Years – Part 1

June 27, 2022

If you’re expecting a child or are the parent of a newborn, you won’t want to miss today’s Family Talk broadcast. As Dr. James Dobson interviews a panel of pediatric doctors, you’ll learn about the importance of breastfeeding, best practices for treating croup, and some of the presumed causes of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, also known as SIDS. Because babies have an insatiable curiosity in their first year, it’s essential to child-proof your home by placing medicines, cleaning products, and other potentially toxic items out of reach.

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Policy & Culture

SCOTUS: “We hold that Roe and Casey must be overruled”

June 24, 2022

Praise God! We have just received the news for which we have been praying and working! After nearly 50 years, a majority of Supreme Court justices, who refused to be intimidated by threats and violence, have finally struck down Roe v. Wade.

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Dr. Dobson: The Man Behind the Mic – Part 2

June 24, 2022

The Lord has used Dr. James Dobson to help parents dare to discipline, take on their strong willed child, bring up boys and girls according to biblical principles, and manage the heart when love must be tough. But, on today’s edition of Family Talk, radio host Chris Fabry turns the table and interviews Dr. Dobson. We learn how he regrets not having had the opportunity to interview Francis Schaeffer or Billy Graham. He also shares about his transition from Focus on the Family and his memorable interview with serial killer Ted Bundy, who warned parents to protect their kids from pornography.

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Dr. Dobson: The Man Behind the Mic – Part 1

June 23, 2022

As a mainstay on Christian radio for over 40 years, Dr. James Dobson has interviewed numerous guests, including presidents, evangelists, counselors and authors. But, on today’s edition of Family Talk, fellow radio host and good friend, Chris Fabry, turns the mic on Dr. Dobson and asks questions of America’s most trusted child psychologist. You’ll discover why he chose radio over TV, what drew him to an interview-style program, and his greatest accomplishments. He also shares the story of his conversion at the tender age of four, along with the power of tears and laughter on radio, and his unchanging message which is grounded in Christ.

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