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.
Marriage requires intentional love and encouragement. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his conversation with Linda Dillow about her book, What's It Like to Be Married to Me? She explains how to break destructive patterns, speak words that build up rather than tear down, and develop the kind of marriage that honors God.
One of parenting’s most difficult assignments is knowing how and when to let go.
Are you brave enough to ask yourself one honest question that could transform your marriage? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes author Linda Dillow to discuss her thought-provoking book, What’s It Like to Be Married to Me? She shares how asking yourself straight questions about your own behavior—rather than focusing on your spouse’s flaws—can break destructive cycles and rebuild intimacy.
Enjoy the precious moments with your little ones -- they'll be grown before you know it.
Do you need a good laugh about the ups and downs of family life? On today’s edition of Family Talk, pastor and comedian Ted Cunningham brings humor and wisdom to marriage and parenting. He shares practical insights about serving your spouse, teaching kids responsibility, and finding joy in the everyday chaos of family life.
What's wrong with kids these days? They grow up too fast! Learn how you can help slow down the process.
When life brings pain and suffering, how do we respond with our faith intact? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson explores how adversity develops toughness, and why contentment is possible even in life’s darkest moments. He also reveals the connection between emotional and spiritual strength, and shares how faith means knowing that God is in control when everything seems out of control.
Helping your children prepare now might save them from dangerous peer pressure they'll face later.
Is your faith strong enough to weather life’s storms? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares a timeless message on spiritual toughness. Drawing from biblical heroes and wartime resilience, he reveals why God calls us to be spiritually tough in adversity.
Those who lose their dignity in the quest for love usually wind up with neither.
