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Are you and your spouse speaking the same language? When it comes to communication in marriage, understanding is everything. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes relationship experts Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott to share insights from their book, Love Talk. Tune in for practical tips on speaking the language of love with your spouse. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
On today's edition of Family Talk, Nancy Blake continues talking with Dr. James Dobson about how she rebuilt her life after discovering her husband's pornography addiction. She reveals how faith sustained her through betrayal, divorce, and heartbreak while preserving her children's relationship with their father. Don't miss this inspiring testimony of God's faithfulness in life's darkest moments. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Hidden addiction, a double life, and shattered trust. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Nancy Blake, who shares her painful journey of discovering her husband's 25-year secret pornography addiction and infidelity. Nancy reveals how this destructive force impacts countless families, and explains how to find hope in the midst of betrayal. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Is your career overshadowing your family? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson speaks with successful businessman Ken Eldred about finding true purpose. Discover how this Stanford MBA graduate learned that success without God leads to emptiness, and how limiting his workload to 40 hours weekly allowed his business to flourish beyond expectation. Learn to prioritize faith and family for lasting fulfillment. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Is your career overshadowing your family? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson speaks with successful businessman Ken Eldred about finding true purpose. Discover how this Stanford MBA graduate learned that success without God leads to emptiness, and how limiting his workload to 40 hours weekly allowed his business to flourish beyond expectation. Learn to prioritize faith and family for lasting fulfillment. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
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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. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
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. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with Randy and Marcia Hekman. They share how their faith guided their decisions—from Randy's career change to their counter-cultural views on family size. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
What does it look like to trust God completely with the size of your family? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Randy and Marcia Hekman who share their remarkable journey from wanting to only have four children to embracing God's plan for the size of their family. They discuss how surrendering control to the Lord transformed their lives and brought unexpected blessings. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
For many years, archeological findings have made the validity and accuracy of the Bible undeniable. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews David and Lisette Brody to discuss Lisette's book, Etched in Stone. They share various discoveries that verify the existence of biblical characters and places, and challenge unbelievers with the authenticity of the Bible. Jesus declared in Luke 19:40, “I tell you, if they keep quiet, the stones will cry out.” To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
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. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
In this episode, we are joined by James Dobson. If you would like more information about James and the work he does, please visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jo-boaler-a480295aView the show notes here: https://www.layingthefoundations.net/
How do you keep loving a child who seems determined to break your heart? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Ruth Bell Graham, who shares candidly about parenting her prodigal children, and the faithful love that brought them home. Drawing from her experience, Ruth offers hope and wisdom for parents in the midst of heartache. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Generational patterns of hurt can be broken through God's transforming love! On today's edition Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his powerful conversation with author and ministry leader Dona Fisher to discuss her book, Change of Pace. She describes her remarkable journey from an abusive childhood to reconciliation with her mother. Dona also shares how facing her past created healing and led to a ministry that's touched thousands of women. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Can childhood suffering lead to redemption? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes his dear friend, Dona Fisher, to give her powerful testimony. She shares how a painful childhood marked by physical abuse and emotional neglect transformed into a journey of healing, forgiveness, and ministry. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
The Psalms gave David strength in the wilderness, and sacred hymns still carry believers through life's valleys today. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with Joni Eareckson Tada and Robert Wolgemuth and his late wife, Bobbie, to explore how sacred music provides courage during suffering. Discover how ancient hymns can become personal anthems of hope and faith. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
On today's classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Joni Eareckson Tada and Robert Wolgemuth and his late wife, Bobbie, to discuss their book, O Worship the King. They reveal how hymns are a treasure trove of theological truth and emotional healing that can lift us up during life's darkest moments. Join us for a moving conversation about faith expressed through music. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Krispin & DL recap and discuss the first book/movie of The Hunger Games and talk about how James Dobson and President Snow use the same methods of control. Download Pranksters vs. Autocrats by Sophia McClennen and Srdja Popovic for free! You can read about religious authoritarian parenting and also find the transcript for this podcast at strongwilled.substack.com. You can join our patreon community or join our substack to support this podcast and join our discord community. You can follow STRONGWILED on Instagram. You can follow Krispin on Instagram here.
Public education was nice while we had it, too bad it's being lit on fire (like everything else). And yes, it is James Dobson's fault (also like everything else). Today, Jake and Brooke explore Dobson's influence in the homeschooling movement - and hear from the big D himself. So, you have that to look forward to in this episode I guess.References:Campbell, F. A., Pungello, E. P., Burchinal, M., Kainz, K., Pan, Y., Wasik, B. H., ... & Ramey, C. T. (2012). Adult outcomes as a function of an early childhood educational program: an Abecedarian Project follow-up. Developmental psychology, 48(4), 1033.Dobson, J. (Host). (2010, September 10). School Can Wait [Audio podcast episode]. In Family Talk. Focus on the Family. https://www.drjamesdobson.org/broadcasts/school-can-waitDobson, J. (Host). (2010, November 24). Update on Homeschooling [Audio podcast episode]. In Family Talk. Focus on the Family. https://www.drjamesdobson.org/broadcasts/update-on-homeschoolingHampton, G. (Director). (2022). Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution. [YouTube Video]. Bronze Oxen Films LLCHeckman, J., Pinto, R., & Savelyev, P. (2013). Understanding the mechanisms through which an influential early childhood program boosted adult outcomes. American economic review, 103(6), 2052-2086.Lavin, T. (2024). Wild Faith: How the Christian Right is Taking Over America. Legacy Lit.McClelland, M. M., Acock, A. C., Piccinin, A., Rhea, S. A., & Stallings, M. C. (2013). Relations between preschool attention span-persistence and age 25 educational outcomes. Early childhood research quarterly, 28(2), 314-324.McCoy, D. C., Yoshikawa, H., Ziol-Guest, K. M., Duncan, G. J., Schindler, H. S., Magnuson, K., ... & Shonkoff, J. P. (2017). Impacts of early childhood education on medium-and long-term educational outcomes. Educational researcher, 46(8), 474-487.My blog research spreadsheet/mental breakdown: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19fNvWgzwYTWy2xJrDUnv5eX1wlAKjIviWHzmOZd-GRc/edit?usp=sharing Reynolds, A. J., Temple, J. A., Ou, S. R., Arteaga, I. A., & White, B. A. (2011). School-based early childhood education and age-28 well-being: Effects by timing, dosage, and subgroups. Science, 333(6040), 360-364.von Suchodoletz A, Lee DS, Henry J, Tamang S, Premachandra B, Yoshikawa H (2023) Early childhood education and care quality and associations with child outcomes: A meta-analysis. PLoS ONE 18(5): e0285985. https://doi.org/ 10.1371/journal.pone.0285985Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetterLicense code: 9OT2MTBHWWSRZP5S Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dr. James Dobson reminds us that we don't get to choose which marriage vows we honor. They are all important! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/779/29
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues sharing remarkable stories from his life including intimate moments with presidents Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush, and a surprising prayer encounter with the former Prince Charles. Roger Marsh interviews Dr. Dobson, uncovering fascinating tales of White House invitations, state dinners, and divine appointments. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
If the name "James Dobson" sends a chill down your spine, or if you just like listening to two friends read horrible books, do we have the show for you! Welcome to I Hate James Dobson, a podcast where two therapists break down the works of clinical psychologist/child abuse advocate James Dobson. It's a good time about a terrible person. Thanks for listening to our show :)Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetterLicense code: 9OT2MTBHWWSRZP5S Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Have you ever wondered about the man behind the microphone? On today's edition of Family Talk, the tables are turned as Roger Marsh interviews Dr. James Dobson about his personal life. Dr. Dobson shares wonderful memories from his courtship with Shirley, including their first Valentine's Day disaster and birthday gift blunders that taught him valuable lessons about romance. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
What can we learn from those who stood beneath the cross? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares a powerful Good Friday message from his friend, Dr. Ed Young. Discover the profound lessons Jesus taught in His final moments as Pastor Young explores why John, Mary, and three other women remained faithful when others fled. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
What does it truly mean to take up our cross and follow Jesus? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson delivers a powerful message about finding strength through suffering. Drawing from Scripture and vivid historical examples, he reveals how God's presence comforts us in our darkest moments. Learn why the Christian life requires both sacrifice and joy. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
How can healing emerge from life's deepest traumas? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his powerful conversation with Boston Marathon bombing survivor Rebekah Gregory. From childhood abuse to losing her leg, Rebekah shares how faith transformed her deepest pain into purpose. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
The National Security Hour with Blanquita Cullum – I share the journey of Bill Kennedy—a visionary who rises with a mission to support President Reagan, only to face betrayal, a courtroom downfall, and two decades behind bars. Yet through it all, his faith holds strong. With support from Tim LaHaye and James Dobson, his story becomes one of resilience, loyalty, and redemption on The National Security Hour.
The National Security Hour with Blanquita Cullum – I share the journey of Bill Kennedy—a visionary who rises with a mission to support President Reagan, only to face betrayal, a courtroom downfall, and two decades behind bars. Yet through it all, his faith holds strong. With support from Tim LaHaye and James Dobson, his story becomes one of resilience, loyalty, and redemption on The National Security Hour.
Can tragedy become testimony? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Boston Marathon bombing survivor Rebekah Gregory. She shares her remarkable journey of faith after losing her leg when a bomb exploded just three feet away, and how she found purpose through her pain. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
James Dobson has like 4 topics he writes about, so let's talk about masculinity again! Jake and Brooke go through Dobson's book "Straight Talk to Men" published in the year of our Lord Y2K. Surprisingly, Dobson gets a bunch of stuff wrong. Let's find out together!Benny Bingo and the Evangelikids: https://www.theannoyance.com/show/the-evangelikidsReferences:DeAngelis, T. (2001, December 1). Are men emotional mummies? Monitor on Psychology, 32(11). https://www.apa.org/monitor/dec01/mummiesLaoutaris, N. (2024, November 18). Men's Issues and Therapy Techniques. FirstSession.com. https://www.firstsession.com/resources/mens-issues-therapy-techniquesLevant, R. F., Allen, P. A., & Lien, M. C. (2014). Alexithymia in men: How and when do emotional processing deficiencies occur?. Psychology of Men & Masculinity, 15(3), 324.Levant, R. F., Hall, R. J., Williams, C. M., & Hasan, N. T. (2009). Gender differences in alexithymia. Psychology of men & masculinity, 10(3), 190.Liaqat, H., Malik, T. A., & Bilal, A. (2020). Impact of masculinity and normative male alexithymia on interpersonal difficulties in young adult males. Mediterranean Journal of Clinical Psychology, 8(2).London, D. (n.d.) What's Not Normal About Male Normative Alexithymia. ThePsychologyGroup.com. https://thepsychologygroup.com/male-normative-alexithymia/Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetterLicense code: 9OT2MTBHWWSRZP5S Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with Gary Bauer about protecting our nation's values. They discuss how critical race theory infiltrates military training, the rising threat from China, and how parents are fighting back against radical leftist curricula in schools. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Is America losing its spiritual foundation? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Gary Bauer to discuss their classic book that they co-authored, Children at Risk: The Battle for the Hearts and Minds of Our Kids. They explore how the ongoing "civil war of values" impacts today's youth and why faith remains crucial for our nation's future. Don't miss this timely conversation about protecting our children from cultural Marxism. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Join Paul Golden on the Post Game for a compelling conversation with Ralph Drollinger. From winning two national championships under the legendary John Wooden at UCLA (1973 and 1975) and his brief NBA career with the Dallas Mavericks (1980-1981), Ralph's life took a transformative path. Discover his journey of faith, his significant contributions to the sports ministry world, and the impactful work he now leads through Capitol Ministries, providing Bible studies and discipleship to political leaders. Ralph reflects on the influential guidance of his mentors, Coach Wooden and John MacArthur, and shares memorable stories including a significant encounter with "Pistol" Pete Maravich. Don't miss the surprising revelation at the end regarding Ralph's connection to the highest levels of American government. Subscribe to the Post Game with Paul Golden wherever you listen to podcasts for more inspiring stories.Show Notes:Capitol Ministries Official webpage: https://capmin.org/Order Paul Golden's new book: The Storm Before the Calm https://store.foi.org/purchase/the-storm-before-the-calmSend us a textFor more information and to financially support the podcast, go to www.PaulGolden.org
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his inspiring conversation with businessman Ken Eldred about finding balance in a demanding world. They discuss how limiting work hours can lead to greater productivity, and Ken shares his remarkable story of God's faithfulness through financial devastation. Learn practical ways to integrate faith into your career without becoming burned out. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Is your career overshadowing your family? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson speaks with successful businessman Ken Eldred about finding true purpose. Discover how this Stanford MBA graduate learned that success without God leads to emptiness, and how limiting his workload to 40 hours weekly allowed his business to flourish beyond expectation. Learn to prioritize faith and family for lasting fulfillment. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with the late evangelist Luis Palau in a powerful classic interview. Discover timeless wisdom concerning marriage struggles, finding fulfillment in Christ alone, and raising children in the Christian faith in a secular world. At the end, you'll hear the remarkable story of how this broadcast led to a U.S. Senator's salvation when he pulled his car off the freeway to pray. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
How does a man of faith lead his family in today's culture? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares a timeless conversation with the late evangelist Luis Palau about men stepping up as spiritual leaders. Palau's passionate call for fathers to pray with their families remains profoundly relevant. Don't miss this classic broadcast honoring Palau, a global ministry giant. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Those Duggars invade Colorado Springs to speak at Focus on the Family. We get more examples of how, even on the road, the Duggirls have to take care of, well…. everything. We watch Pest really provide for his pregnant wife by taking care of the duffel AND the backpack while his expecting wife pushes the luggage cart that is full to the brim. In our Dig we explore the founder of Focus on the Family, James Dobson, who ironically, continued the family tradition of not really focusing on his family. He's just as frustrating as you can imagine. Enjoy what you hear? Feel like you have a Servant's Heart? Would you like to help support a snarking couple in Arizona? Get on the Gus Bus and head on over to buymeacoffee.com/diggingupthedug . If you would like to grab a jar and become one of the Pickle People, you get ad-free episodes, and even get them early. We post bonus episodes with Duggar content, personal topics, Mildred Mondays (gotta give the people what they want), recipes and other goodies. Join us on instagram at @digginguptheduggarspodand we do have a P.O. Box 5973, Glendale Arizona, 85312
The complex world of stepfamily relationships requires wisdom and patience. Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Laura Petherbridge discuss the delicate balance stepmoms face when building trust with their stepchildren. Laura shares candid insights about boundaries, authority levels, and why rushing into remarriage isn't always the answer for single parents. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Step-parenting can sometimes feel like walking through a minefield. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with author Laura Petherbridge to explore the unique challenges stepmothers face. Drawing from her personal experience and professional expertise, Laura offers practical wisdom for blending families and building healthy relationships with stepchildren. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Can faith truly transform society? Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with the late Chuck Colson as they share remarkable stories of the Church's powerful impact worldwide. Learn why the Church is essential to preserving truth in our increasingly dark culture and bringing transformation. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
From White House "hatchet man" to prison ministry founder, the late Chuck Colson experienced a remarkable journey of transformation! On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews his friend who shares how encountering Jesus Christ completely changed his life after his involvement in Watergate. They also discuss the challenges facing the modern church and why Christians must be equipped and prepared for spiritual combat. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
How can someone escape from the prison of domestic abuse? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Autumn Miles, who shares her courageous journey from fear to freedom. Trapped in an abusive marriage for seven years, Autumn reveals how God's Word became her lifeline when suicide seemed like her only escape. Discover how her story parallels Rahab's remarkable redemption in Scripture. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Are we losing the art of effective parenting? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares timeless wisdom from his appearance on The Suzanne Venker Show about raising children in today's challenging culture. They explore why traditional parenting methods still work, the crucial role of fathers, and how to build strong family relationships that last. Learn proven strategies for raising confident, well-adjusted children. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
What encourages deep, lasting female friendships? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with Dee Brestin to explore the unique bond between women. Drawing from biblical examples such as Ruth and Naomi, Dee shares how true friendships can weather betrayal, overcome jealousy, and provide essential support through life's challenges. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Are you longing for deeper friendships in our fast-paced world? On today's classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Dee Brestin explore the unique bond between women and they discuss her book entitled, The Friendships of Women. Dee shares insights that demonstrate how godly friendships can help combat loneliness and nurture our souls. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Is truth becoming extinct on college campuses? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with Dr. Everett Piper, former president of Oklahoma Wesleyan University, about the crisis of relativism in higher education and his book, Not a Day Care: The Devastating Consequences of Abandoning Truth. They explore how Christian colleges can uphold biblical principles while preparing students for the real world, and they share critical questions every parent should ask before choosing a college. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
What happens when a student claims to be offended by a sermon on love? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Dr. Everett Piper, the former president of Oklahoma Wesleyan University, who experienced this exact situation. They discuss his viral response that sparked a national conversation about truth, education, and the dangers of coddling students. You won't want to miss this powerful discussion about standing firm in today's culture. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Is your home becoming a palace of entitlement? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and author Kay Wills Wyma discuss her eye-opening book entitled, Cleaning House. After realizing her five children expected to be served at every turn, Kay embarked on a 12-month experiment to teach them responsibility and a strong work ethic. Proverbs 22:6 says, Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old, they will not turn from it. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29