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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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Stronger

She was orphaned at 13, a high school dropout at 14, and brutally attacked at 17. Hear Kathy Crabb's amazing story today on Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk.

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Love Without Limits Part 2

Nick and Kenae Vujicic had the same struggles as most newlyweds, plus the added challenges of disability and an international ministry. Today, he shares insights for building a lasting marriage.

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Newsletters

Dr. James Dobson’s October 2015 Newsletter: Marriage

Dr. Dobson's October 2015
Newsletter

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Love Without Limits Part 1

Born without arms and legs, Nick Vujicic refused to let his physical condition limit his lifestyle. But just when he thought he would never marry, he met a woman who changed everything. Today, he shares their remarkable story.

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Same-sex Marriage Part 2

Ryan Dobson continues his interview with Dr. Sean McDowell and John Stonestreet as they discuss their new book: Same Sex Marriage: A Thoughtful Approach to Gods Design for Marriage.

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Same-Sex Marriage Part 1

Does the Bible say anything about same-sex marriage? How can Christians confidently take a stand on this issue? Join us as Ryan Dobson addresses these questions and more in an interview with Dr. Sean McDowell and John Stonestreet on Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk.

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Blogs

The Fine Art of Conversation

Are you tired of those one-word answers your child or teenager gives in response to your questions? You ask how well he played in soccer practice, and he says, Fine. You wonder how he got along in sch

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Chaplains in the Workplace

Every day we have the opportunity to reach out to people who may never step foot in a church. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Gil Stricklin on ministering to the people you interact with every day.

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Exposing Planned Parenthood Part 2

Natalie Decker and Sandy Rios will reveal some of the hidden practices of the abortion industry, and challenge us to stand up for the unborn.

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Exposing Planned Parenthood Part 1

The shocking Planned Parenthood videos were just the tip of the iceberg. On this edition of Family Talk, Sandy Rios and Natalie Decker expose more of the hidden practices of the abortion industry.

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