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.
It's some late-breaking GOOD news coming straight out of the third branch of our government , the judiciary. Hear Dr. Dobson share about an exciting court outcome that just occurred this week and is a GREAT answer to prayer for people of faith, and ALL Americans who cherish our freedoms.
One challenge parents face is walking the tightrope between giving their children more freedom as they grow up while continuing to guard them from danger. On today's program, Dr. Dobson sits down with former FBI agent Bob Hamer to help sort out fact from fiction. Join us as they outline the steps you can take to protect your family.
He loves his wife, dotes on his kids and pays bills regularly. On weekends, you'll find him fixing the leaky sink or helping the neighbors. We call him an "Average Joe" ... but God calls him extraordinary! Today, we pay tribute to hard-working men of integrity and offer a fresh perspective on the true meaning of manhood. It's a conversation for husbands and wives alike.
Men, do you sometimes feel like your life is way too ordinary? On today's program, we'll hear from horse rancher Troy Meeder, who knows exactly how you feel. He'll describe his own journey toward finding fulfillment in being an "average Joe" for Christ. It may just be the beginning of your greatest adventure!
Dr. Dobson's April 2011
Newsletter
CANCER , the word itself can cause us to wince. Yesterday, we heard from a father who watched his teen daughter battle with the devastation caused by this disease. Today, we'll hear from the young woman as she takes the microphone to share her own thoughts. Her perspective just might surprise you!
Dr. Jim Conway, a man of great faith, was shaken to the core on the day his 16-year-old daughter Becki lost her leg to the ravages of cancer. We'll peer into a father's broken heart as he asks, "Can we really believe Romans 8:28? Do 'all things work together for good?'" His answer will inspire you today.
When President Obama recently announced that the federal government would not legally defend marriage as being between one man and one woman, it created a firestorm of controversy and was especially disappointing to those who maintain a Judeo-Christian worldview. On today's program, Dr. Dobson and a panel of experts discuss how the President's decision will impact our society.
Christians are often labeled as bigots and intolerant because of their opposition to same-sex marriage. Dr. Dobson is joined today by a team of experts who attempt to get beyond the heated rhetoric surrounding this issue and examine the losses we'll experience if homosexual marriage becomes law. Hear the latest news about the Defense of Marriage Act.
All parents dream of having perfectly behaved children with impeccable manners, but it's impossible, right? Find out on this broadcast with Rick and Karen Santorum as they talk about using classic stories to teach morality and manners to their children.
