Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

Young people today face unprecedented challenges with their faith. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh welcomes best-selling author Lee Strobel to discuss his new book, Is God Real? for Teens. Strobel shares amazing scientific and historical evidence that supports Christianity and offers practical ways parents and grandparents can help teens overcome doubt and build lasting faith.

A third-generation military veteran rises from the Air Force Academy to the Pentagon's highest ranks. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer welcomes Marc Johansen, former Assistant Deputy Under Secretary of Defense (Space Acquisition and Management), who shares his journey of faith through government service. He also discusses his wife Sherry's powerful ministry to military families, her courageous twenty-year battle with cancer, and the profound vision God gave him after her passing.

Faith and service often intersect in unexpected ways! On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer welcomes retired Air Force leader Marc Johansen, who shares his remarkable journey from third-generation military veteran to Assistant Deputy Under Secretary of Defense (Space Acquisition and Management). Johansen also discusses how his grandfather's faithful example led him to Christ, and how God guided his path through decades of military service.

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with leadership consultant Bobb Biehl about the power of mentoring relationships. Bobb shares how one mentor's two-word command—"sit down"—saved his marriage at age 24 and changed the trajectory of his entire life. Discover how finding the right mentor can provide wisdom during critical crossroads.

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with Bobb Biehl for a classic conversation about the life-changing power of mentoring relationships. They explore how finding the right mentor can accelerate your spiritual growth, provide support during difficult seasons, and help you realize your God-given potential.

A new children's book targets five-to-eight-year-olds with a shocking message: abortion is a superpower. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh and Gary Bauer expose this disturbing campaign to indoctrinate young children. They discuss how the pro-abortion movement aims to shape our kids' values and why parents must stay involved and be vigilant. Discover how to protect your children from this dangerous ideology.

On January 22, 1973, the Supreme Court handed down a decision that would tragically claim 65 million lives. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh welcomes Gary Bauer to mark the anniversary of Roe v. Wade. They explore how this ruling violated America's founding principles, and discuss the decades-long battle that led to its reversal.

Single parenthood can feel overwhelming, but God sees every sacrifice you make. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with author Angela Thomas-Pharr about raising four children on her own after divorce. She shares how she learned to focus on what matters most; finding strength in God's tender mercies during her darkest moments.

Divorce is never part of the plan, but God's redeeming love can heal even our deepest wounds.  On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes best-selling author, Angela Thomas-Pharr, who shares her journey from devastating divorce with four young children to discovering hope and purpose. She describes how the Lord sustained her through shame, loneliness, and financial uncertainty. She also shares how brokenness became the foundation for ministry.

Medical professionals are facing unprecedented pressure to compromise their values. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson speaks with Dr. Robert Lawler, a board-certified obstetrician fighting for religious freedom and conscience rights in medicine. Dr. Lawler shares his courageous stand against Illinois legislation requiring pro-life physicians to refer patients for abortion. Discover how faith and conviction can triumph in the face of opposition.