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.
In 2016, Rachael Denhollander was the first woman to accuse former USA Gymnastics Physician, Larry Nassar, of sexual abuse. Today on Family Talk, she dialogues with Dr. Dobson, and shares her heartbreaking testimony detailed in her book, What Is a Girl Worth? Rachael discusses PTSD and how she has learned to cope, following the traumatic abuse. She also exposes the corrupt efforts of influential leaders to conceal Nassar’s misconduct.
In this blatantly pro-choice culture, Christians must celebrate Gods gift of life, and avidly defend it on all fronts. On this important edition of Family Talk, Dr. Dobson concludes his interview with the pro-life Doc, Dr. William Lile. Dr. Lile describes his activism for the pre-born, and his holistic approach to counseling expecting moms. Learn why we must protect life, at even the earliest stages of development.
January 23, 2020 — The following quote may be attributed to Dr. James Dobson regarding President Donald Trump's upcoming address at the 47th annual March for Life.
On this day 47 years ago, the U.S. Supreme Court legalized abortion through the infamous Roe v. Wade decision. Todays Family Talk broadcast features Dr. Dobsons conversation with pro-life OB/GYN, Dr. William Lile. Dr. Lile makes strong arguments for the precious life inside a mothers womb, and highlights the egregious effects abortion has on our culture.
All life, from the moment of conception to natural death, is created in the very image of God Almighty. On this Family Talk broadcast, Dr. Dobson continues his conversation with John, Marlene and Hannah Strege, the first family involved in a snowflake adoption. They discuss their legal and societal advocacy for frozen embryos, and the growing awareness of this cause within the pro-life movement.
On this day 47 years ago, the U.S. Supreme Court legalized abortion through the infamous Roe v. Wade decision. Today’s Family Talk broadcast features Dr. Dobson’s conversation with pro-life OB/GYN, Dr. William Lile. Dr. Lile makes strong arguments for the precious life inside a mother’s womb, and highlights the egregious effects abortion has on our culture.
The month of January highlights the truth that all human life is sacred. Dr. Dobson talks with a family who have been advocating for the pro-life movement for over 20 years. John and Marlene Strege were the first couple to adopt a frozen embryo, a process now called snowflake adoption. Hear their fascinating testimony and their daughter Hannahs perspective of her unique origins.
We can all agree that adultery is wrong, and has devastating effects on a marriage. But is it bad to flirt with a co-worker or talk to a former love interest online? author Julie Barnhill explains how women in particular, can find themselves in emotionally unfaithful situations. She shares her own struggles with this sin, and unpacks how innocent behavior can have tragic outcomes.
Marital unfaithfulness oftentimes begins with seemingly harmless interactions with the opposite sex, either online or during ones daily routine. Dr. Dobson discusses this topic with respected author, Julie Barnhill. She candidly opens up about her own battle with emotional infidelity, which stemmed from an unhealthy view of relationships in her teen years.
The following quote may be attributed to Dr. James Dobson, president of the James Dobson Family Institute, regarding Tennessee lawmakers' efforts to protect children and religious freedom.
