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 Christmas Eve and we'd like you to help us celebrate our first yuletide season together. Get to know the wonderful folks behind the scenes as Family Talk staff members reveal their favorite Christmas memories.
Learn who spray painted their house with fake snow in order to have a white Christmas! It's a special gift from our family to yours.
Just in time for Christmas , stories to warm you heart! Gifted storyteller Bob Stromberg treats us to some delightful glimpses of childhood from the perspective of both a father and a son.
Grab a cup of steaming hot chocolate, gather your family, and tune in for a special holiday treat!
Dr. Dobson saddles up Troy Meeder's favorite horse for a jaunt around the arena at Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch. Experience the wonder and excitement of his visit as he interacts with the delightful children and dedicated staff that populate this remarkable place. Take a trip to Oregon without ever leaving home!
One of our fondest memories of 2010 was a first-hand look at the Oregon horse ranch that provides hope and healing to kids and adults alike. Join Family Talk's up-close-and-personal tour of Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch and meet some amazing new friends along the way.
Though he just joined his father in the recording studio as the co-host of Family Talk this past May, Ryan Dobson has been speaking to teenagers for over 15 years.
His many experiences have helped him gain insight into the mind of today's youth.
Join us for a heart-to-heart conversation between Dr. Dobson and Ryan as they discuss their passion for relating truth to the next generation.
Dr. Dobson's December 2010
Newsletter
It would be difficult to look back over the relatively brief history of America without coming to the conclusion that God has abundantly blessed our nation in countless ways.
Dr. Dobson's guest on today's program, Dr. Richard Land, believes God has taken a particular interest in the United States.
Listen in as he discusses what he views as our responsibility to spread freedom throughout the world.
It's hard to believe that nearly a month has gone by since the midterm elections. Now that things have settled down, many of us are wondering about the results and what they mean for the future of our country.
Dr. Richard Land joins Dr. Dobson in the studio today and shares his insightful analysis of recent voting trends. Don't miss his ideas regarding what we can do to get America back on track.
School has been in session for a few months now. Do you have any concerns about the education your children are receiving?
Would you like to know about the other learning options that are available to you and your young scholars?
Education expert Michael Farris provides us with up-to-date information on the modern homeschool movement. Tune in to find out if this idea is right for your own family.
Many universities offer co-ed dorms and showers, "sex week" celebrations, and a persistent criticism of Judeo-Christian values. Is this the kind of College atmosphere you want your son or daughter to experience?
If not, tune in to hear about other options available from schools that desire to link arms with parents with the goal of raising up the next Wilbur Wilberforce or Patrick Henry. It's a refreshing look at higher education.
