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.
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.
Stocking up on school supplies, shopping for new clothes, scheduling car pools, and packing sack lunches: It's that time of year! But is traditional schooling really the best option for your young child? Not necessarily, especially for the little boy in your home.
Don't miss a fascinating and historic conversation between Dr. Dobson and the late Dr. Ray Moore, the pioneer of homeschooling, on today's Family Talk!
The world has its share of earthquake victims, AIDS patients, widows and orphans. Scripture calls on believers to reach out to "the least of these," and on today's Family Talk, we'll take a look at the important work being done by many people called "social justice."
Since the Christian church has been caring for the poor around the world for centuries, we'll also explore the new fascination and emphasis on relief work and discuss why it is so "fashionable" in Christian circles lately.
Labor Day Weekend means the unofficial end of summer and beginning of a new school year.
After visiting your children's school, do you come away thinking, "Why don't they share my values? Don't they understand that Tyler (or Ashley) doesn't learn that ...
Dr. Dobson's September 2010
Newsletter
