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Family Talk is a Christian non-profit organization located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Founded in 2010 by Dr. James Dobson, the ministry promotes and teaches biblical principles that support marriage, family, and child-development. Since its...
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United States
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Family Talk is a Christian non-profit organization located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Founded in 2010 by Dr. James Dobson, the ministry promotes and teaches biblical principles that support marriage, family, and child-development. Since its inception, Family Talk has served millions of families with broadcasts, monthly newsletters, feature articles, videos, blogs, books and other resources available on demand via its website, mobile apps, and social media platforms.The Dr. James Dobson Family Institute (JDFI) is a Christian non-profit ministry located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Founded initially as Family Talk in 2010 by Dr. James Dobson, the organization promotes and teaches biblical principles that support marriage, family, and child development. Since its inception, Family Talk has served families with broadcasts, monthly newsletters, feature articles, videos, blogs, books, and other resources available on demand via their website, mobile apps, and social media platforms. In 2017, the ministry rebranded under JDFI to expand its four core ministry divisions consisting of the Family Talk radio broadcast, the Dobson Policy and Education Centers, and the Dobson Digital Library.Dr. Dobson's flagship broadcast called, “Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk," is aired on more than 1,500 terrestrial radio outlets and numerous digital channels that reach millions each month.
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English
Episodes
God’s Fingerprints on the Universe
4/24/2026
The evidence for a Creator is displayed across the universe—if we’re willing to see it. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Dr. Mark Hartwig and Dr. William Dembski to explore the science behind intelligent design. They discuss why the complexity of biological systems points to a designer, and how this groundbreaking research is challenging the scientific establishment. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World, Part 2
4/23/2026
Distraction is wreaking havoc in our closest relationships. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh continues his inspiring conversation with author Becky Harling about her book, Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World. She challenges listeners to put down their phones, make face-to-face connections, and spend intentional time with friends and family. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World, Part 1
4/22/2026
On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh welcomes author and speaker Becky Harling to discuss her book, Cultivating Deeper Connections in a Lonely World. She shares why the loneliness epidemic is as dangerous to our health as smoking, and how humility and listening can transform our relationships. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
Raising Boys: Ultimate Priority, Part 2
4/21/2026
The ultimate priority in parenting isn’t education, entertainment, or achievement – it’s leading your children to faith in Jesus Christ. On today’s special edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson teaches parents why the allotted time to shape a child’s heart is shorter than you think. He then shares why building strong connections with your kids and living out your convictions matters more than any worldly success. Also, Vice President J.D. Vance shares a heartfelt tribute on what would have been Dr. Dobson’s 90th birthday. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
Raising Boys: Ultimate Priority, Part 1
4/20/2026
The culture is waging an all-out war for the hearts and minds of your children. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson delivers a powerful message from his classic teaching, “Bringing Up Boys,” discussing the dangers targeting young boys – from pornography to violent entertainment to predators lurking around every corner. He shares why rules alone aren’t enough, and how building strong relationships is the ultimate defense. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
TruPlay’s Battle for Christian Values Online, Part 2
4/17/2026
Big Tech is blocking Christian content while allowing violent and satanic ads to reach millions of children. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer continues his conversation with Brent Dusing, CEO of TruPlay, a faith-based gaming platform. Brent reveals how Google and TikTok have censored his family-friendly ads, and why he’s fighting back through legislation to protect religious freedom in the age of AI. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
TruPlay’s Battle for Christian Values Online, Part 1
4/16/2026
The Bible instructs us to guard what our children see, but in today’s digital world, that’s harder thanever. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer welcomes entrepreneur Brent Dusing, CEO of TruPlay, a faith-based gaming platform that’s reaching millions of young players worldwide. He shares his journey to faith in Jesus Christ, and how he’s creating safe, biblically grounded entertainment for kids in an increasingly hostile digital landscape. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
What Parents Should Know About Teens, Part 2
4/15/2026
Teenagers crave freedom but secretly, three out of four kids want a “take-charge parent.” On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with Shaunti Feldhahn and Lisa Rice. They share surprising insights about why teens question their faith, how to respond without “freaking out,” and what your kids really wish they could tell you. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
What Parents Should Know About Teens, Part 1
4/14/2026
Parenting teens can feel like navigating a minefield of emotions and boundaries. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes authors Shaunti Feldhahn and Lisa Rice to discuss their book, For Parents Only. They share eye-opening research about what’s really going on inside the heads of teenagers, from their deep craving for freedom to why they push back against the rules. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
America Reads the Bible
4/13/2026
America’s 250th birthday deserves more than fireworks—it calls for a return to God’s Word.On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer welcomes Bunni Pounds, founder of the online ministry, Christians Engaged, and the visionary behind America Reads the Bible. She shares how nearly 500 national faith leaders will gather at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C., to read Scripture aloud from Genesis to Revelation. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
You May Be the Only Bible Somebody Reads, Part 2
4/10/2026
A prison sentence ended Matthew Maher’s soccer career—but it launched something far greater. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his powerful conversation with Matthew Maher and his wife, Sarah, who share how he spread the gospel behind bars, built a thriving Bible study, and found love through a God-given dream. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
You May Be the Only Bible Somebody Reads, Part 1
4/9/2026
On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Matthew Maher, a former college soccer star whose drunk driving collision claimed an innocent man’s life. Matthew shares his raw, redemptive journey from devastating guilt to unexpected forgiveness, and how his mother’s simple words became the title of his book, U May B the Only Bible Somebody Reads. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
God Won’t Leave You There, Part 2
4/8/2026
God’s plan for your life is bigger than your greatest suffering. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh continues his inspiring conversation with Anne Graham Lotz and Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright about their book, God Won’t Leave You There. They share how Joseph’s story in the Bible teaches us to trust God’s faithfulness through long seasons of hardship, and how to pass that legacy of faith to the next generation. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
God Won’t Leave You There, Part 1
4/7/2026
When life’s hardships leave you feeling lost and forgotten, God is still at work. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh welcomes Anne Graham Lotz and her daughter, Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright, to discuss their new book, God Won’t Leave You There. Through personal heartbreak and health crises, they share how Joseph’s story in the Bible reveals that God never wastes our sufferings. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
God's Help in My Life: The Story of Dale Evans
4/6/2026
A loss can shatter us, but faith sustains us through life’s darkest valleys. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares a powerful testimony from the late Dale Evans Rogers about walking through unimaginable grief. She reflects on losing three of her children, and discovering that God’s presence carries us when we cannot stand on our own. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
The Last Words of Jesus, Part 3
4/3/2026
The last words of Jesus reveal some of the most profound truths of our faith. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his powerful conversation with Stu Epperson, Jr., to explore the final sayings of Christ from the cross. From “I thirst” to “It is finished,” they discuss what these timeless words mean for our lives today. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
The Last Words of Jesus, Part 2
4/2/2026
The final words spoken by Jesus on the cross carry the weight of eternity. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with Stu Epperson, Jr., about his book, The Last Words of Jesus. They discuss the profound meaning of Christ’s words of forgiveness, His care for His mother, and what it means to truly call out to the Savior. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
The Last Words of Jesus, Part 1
4/1/2026
The last words of a dying man carry extraordinary weight—but what about the last words of God’s own Son? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Stu Epperson, Jr., founder of Truth Network, to discuss his book, The Last Words of Jesus. Together, they explore the profound meaning behind Christ’s seven final sayings on the cross, and what they reveal about faith, suffering, and redemption. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
Celebrating the Heritage of America and the Future of Our Youth, Part 2
3/31/2026
On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer continues his conversation with Dr. Darrell Jones about the Herzog Foundation’s bold vision for restoring America’s Christian heritage for our youth. They explore the Freedom Tour 250, the Foundation’s ambassador program, and why Dr. Jones remains optimistic about a new generation turning back to God. Don’t miss this inspiring discussion about faith, freedom, and the future of our nation. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56
Celebrating the Heritage of America and the Future of Our Youth, Part 1
3/30/2026
On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer interviews Dr. Darrell Jones of the Herzog Foundation, an organization investing $350 million to advance Christ-centered K-12 education across America. They discuss the urgent battle for the hearts and minds of our children, the explosive growth of micro schools and Christian school choice, and why the nation’s future depends on who’s teaching the next generation. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111
Duration:00:25:56