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.
As a result of the recent elections, conservatives are back in control of the House of Representatives.
While the balance of power has evened out in Washington for the time being, Dr. Dobson cautions that we cannot automatically assume our moral values will be now be championed on Capitol Hill.
Guest Dave Ramsey says that while rising debt is the most frequent problem people face, another common concern is the staggering credit card balances of aging parents. Listen to financial experts Dave Ramsey and Ron Blue explain what to do if you're caught in the middle.
Dr. Dobson speaks with public policy expert, Gary Bauer, who weighs in on election outcomes and what it all means to the future of our country...
Dr. Dobson's November 2010
Newsletter
Sadly, many orphans get bounced around from home to home, never really able to put down roots. It's the harsh reality for boys and girls who have been labeled "unadoptable" by the system. Hear first-hand from the Barretts who have set out to change that , one child at a time , and learn how you, too, can be the hands and feet of Christ.
Guests Billy Jack and Anne Barrett have opened their hearts and home to hurting teenagers who were tossed about in the foster care system. Their powerful story is a touching reminder of the value of every life in God's eyes...
Over 100 years ago, British statesman Sir Winston Churchill said, "Taxes are an evil, a necessary evil, but still an evil , and the fewer of them we have, the better."
Dr. Dobson agrees with a resounding "Amen to that!" Hear inspiring lessons from Churchill that Americans would be wise to consider before heading to polls in November.
Dr. Dobson's October 2010
Newsletter
Credit card debt, Pornography, In-law conflict....they're all "marriage killers!" Combined with the everyday stresses of life, how can a marriage ever manage to survive? Dr. Dobson discusses what he feels are the twelve marriage killers that pose a danger for long-term stability in a marriage.
September 11, 2001 will forever be remembered as one of the darkest days in our nation's history. As we approach yet another anniversary of the horrific attack on America, the Family Talk team pauses to commemorate this sober time of year.
On today's broadcast, hear Dr. Dobson's personal reflections on that tragic day, as well as his thoughts on current events being debated in our nation.
