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.
Today on Family Talk, special guest Vince Everett Ellison describes his powerful journey from sharecropper's son to outspoken truth-teller. He'll challenge conventional narratives with biblical insights about freedom, personal responsibility, and authentic brotherhood in Christ. You won't want to miss this remarkable story of growing up in the Jim Crow South and discovering unity across racial lines.
What happens when we come to our final moments? Few people spoke about faith and eternity with more clarity than the legendary Zig Ziglar. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares a touching conversation with his late friend, exploring Zig’s powerful encounters with angels, his daughter’s journey to faith, and Zig’s unwavering trust in God’s perfect timing.
An incredibly wise man once taught that true success means having balance across all areas of life. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and the late Zig Ziglar have an intimate conversation about faith, family, and perseverance. Zig shares how his mother’s wisdom and unwavering Christian faith shaped his journey to becoming America’s premier motivator.
What’s the secret to making love last a lifetime? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes marriage expert Dr. Scott Stanley to share powerful insights from his research on lasting relationships. They’ll explore the crucial difference between dedication and constraint in marriage, and explain why commitment is the foundation for building trust.
Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares personal memories from his time with President Ronald Reagan, including a surprising encounter at the inaugural ball and meaningful conversations in the Cabinet Room. You’ll hear touching stories about Reagan’s passion for family values and his lasting impact on American policy.
I have found great wisdom in the adage, "That which you own will eventually own you!" Having surrendered my hard-earned dollars for a new object only obligates me to maintain and protect it; instead o
When love ends, the pain can feel unbearable. But there is hope and healing ahead! On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his conversation with author Jackie M. Johnson about her book, When Love Ends and the Ice Cream Carton Is Empty. She’ll share hard-won wisdom about grieving loss, finding forgiveness, and trusting God’s plan during seasons of heartbreak.
Breaking up is never easy—especially when you’re blindsided by someone you trusted. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with author Jackie M. Johnson to discuss her book, When Love Ends and the Ice Cream Carton Is Empty. She’ll share her personal journey through painful breakups and offer biblical hope for healing from relationship loss.
When married persons find themselves hurtling relentlessly toward a divorce, they sometimes turn to marriage counselors, ministers, psychologists and psychiatrists to stem the tide...but it may be ina
Mr. and Mrs. Weakknee are having dinner guests, and they put three-year-old Ricky to bed at seven o'clock. They know Ricky will cry, as he always does, but what else can they do? Indeed, Ricky cries
