Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

In Jeremiah 1, God affirms our purposeful design by saying, "Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you." This broadcast will continue celebrating the late Christian apologist, Ravi Zacharias, by playing the remainder of his moving testimony. Ravi continues talking about his turbulent childhood and his desperate search for meaning. Hear how his pursuit for truth and direction led him to a lasting relationship with Jesus.

On May 19, 2020, prominent Christian apologist and best-selling author, Ravi Zacharias went home to be with Jesus. To honor his life and legacy, Family Talk will be revisiting some of his popular presentations all week long. On this edition, you'll hear Ravi reflect on his early life struggles with self-image and sense of purpose, which stemmed from the verbal and physical abuse that he suffered at the hands of his father.

Dangerous ideologies have infiltrated our universities and warped the minds of young people. On this 10th anniversary edition of Family Talk, Dr. Dobson continues to examine this assault on 1st amendment rights, with radio host and author Dennis Prager. The two talk about the leftist agenda based in chaos, intolerance, and racism, and then discuss the PragerU videos that have been censored online.

Historically, colleges and universities have been places dedicated to the free exchange of ideas. Sadly, many of these institutions of higher learning have become hot beds of intolerance against religion and conservatism. On this broadcast, Dr. Dobson talks with popular radio host, Dennis Prager, about Dennis' new documentary 'No Safe Spaces.' Hear how free speech is under attack across the nation.

In today's progressive culture, men have become the unfair target of ridicule and disdain. On this broadcast, Dr. Dobson and Dr. Tim Clinton address this growing trend, on this 10th anniversary edition of Family Talk. The two identify ways masculinity and manliness are vilified in society and discuss why men are often negatively depicted in entertainment.

How can we train the next generation to live out biblical truth when our culture blatantly stands against Christian values? On this 10th anniversary Family Talk broadcast, the insightful father-son duo of Josh and Sean McDowell, will tackle this question. Together with Dr. Dobson, they address the key biblical principles that every parent should know and pass on to their children.

A major problem in the church today is the lack of biblical knowledge and discernment. On this broadcast, Dr. Dobson discusses this issue with authors and Christian apologists, Josh and Sean McDowell. They emphasize the importance of imparting godly wisdom to our kids so that they can stand for righteousness. Josh also opens up about his horrific childhood, which warped his worldview for years.

Without cultivating a proper understanding of America's past, we cannot hope to preserve its future. On this classic broadcast, Dr. Dobson concludes his interview with author and radio host, Eric Metaxas. The two remind us of this nation's freedoms and explain how faith, morality, and law all work together in our democracy.

Every American is blessed to enjoy the freedoms fought for by past generations. However, our Republic is fragile and must be continuously defended. On this 10th anniversary edition of Family Talk, Dr. Dobson talks to best-selling author Eric Metaxas about his book If You Can Keep It. Hear about the sacredness of our Constitution and why we must preserve the liberties afforded to us.

The prosperity of our nation does not simply rest in casting ballots, but in the intentional prayer life of believers. On this edition, Dr. Dobson continues his classic conversation with author and evangelist, Anne Graham Lotz. She explains why the battle for America’s soul is a spiritual one, and challenges Christians to daily be on their knees for this country.

The prophet Daniel prayed fervently for his people, culture, and homeland, until God supernaturally intervened. On this broadcast, you’ll hear Dr. Dobson’s timeless conversation about the power of prayer with author and evangelist Anne Graham Lotz. She unpacks the ways we can cry out to God with that same desperation to heal our morally failing country.

In the midst of this global, unprecedented crisis, what do you think God is saying to His people? On this broadcast, Dr. James Dobson and his wife, Shirley, talk about God's love and great compassion for all humanity as they provide timeless biblical wisdom for us during this very difficult time.

When devastating circumstances rock our world, we often get angry with God. On this 10 Year Anniversary edition of Family Talk, Rebekah Gregory—a survivor of the Boston Marathon bombing—shares why she doesn't harbor anger over that traumatic event. She explains to Dr. Dobson how her faith allowed her to endure the bombing, following an abusive childhood and an unhealthy marriage. Hear what she is doing now to help others with PTSD.

On April 15, 2013, 2 terrorists set off homemade bombs at the Boston Marathon, killing 3 people and injuring over 260 more. On this 10 Year Anniversary edition of Family Talk, Dr. Dobson sits down with one of the survivors, author Rebekah Gregory. She shares her horrifying account of that day and the gruesome injuries she sustained, which led to the amputation of her leg. Hear how God spared Rebekah and her son's life that day.

Men are often unfairly depicted as uncaring and unthoughtful when in reality they are simply unsure of how to display their love. On this edition, Dr. Dobson wraps up his timeless interview with author Shaunti Feldhahn, which is part of Family Talk's 10th anniversary retrospective. Shaunti and Dr. Dobson discuss the importance of romance in a marriage, and why couples must carve out meaningful time for one another.