Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

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The Pain of Illiteracy Jun 10, 2026

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with John Corcoran, a man who spent decades teaching high school students and building a successful career without knowing how to read. Corcoran opens up about the hidden shame of illiteracy, the devastating toll it took on his marriage, and the volunteer tutor who finally changed his life at age 48.

Childhood Memories, Part 2 Jun 09, 2026

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Painful childhood memories don’t have to define your future. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his insightful conversation with Drs. Kevin Leman and Randy Carlson, authors of Unlocking the Secrets of Your Childhood Memories. They share how confronting buried hurts, challenging the lies we tell ourselves, and choosing forgiveness can set us free.

Childhood Memories, Part 1 Jun 08, 2026

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Your earliest childhood memories reveal more about you than you might think. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Drs. Kevin Leman and Randy Carlson to discuss their book, Unlocking the Secrets of Your Childhood Memories. Discover how the memories that stay with us shape our personalities, relationships, and the way we see the world.

Storming the Beach: Remembering the Sacrifice of D-Day, Part 2 Jun 05, 2026

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On June 6, 1944, nearly 9,000 men were wounded or killed while storming the beaches of Normandy. On today’s edition Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his powerful conversation with retired Lieutenant General Jerry Boykin to honor the sacrifice of the Greatest Generation, and reflect on the enduring legacy of faith, fatherhood, and freedom they left behind.

Storming the Beach: Remembering the Sacrifice of D-Day, Part 1 Jun 04, 2026

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On June 6, 1944, 160,000 Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy in the battle that turned the tide of World War II. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes retired Lieutenant General Jerry Boykin to honor the upcoming anniversary of D-Day. General Boykin shares his father’s firsthand account of the Normandy landings, and reflects on the courage, sacrifice, and brotherhood that defined the Greatest Generation.

How Parents Can Find Peace and Hope with Their Adult Children, Part 2 Jun 03, 2026

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When an adult child pulls away or cuts off contact entirely, what should a parent do? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh continues his insightful conversation with Dr. Kathy Koch, author of Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Your Adult Children. She addresses why no-contact situations are on the rise, how grandparents can navigate strained family relationships, and why hope is an active choice.

How Parents Can Resolve Conflict and Find Peace with Their Adult Children, Part 1 Jun 02, 2026

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Many parents find that when their children reach adulthood, the relationship becomes more complicated than they expected. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh welcomes Dr. Kathy Koch, founder of Celebrate Kids, Inc., and author of Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children. She offers biblical wisdom for navigating strained relationships, communication breakdowns, and the challenge of letting go.

What the Bible Says About Being a Man Jun 01, 2026

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True biblical manhood isn’t defined by career success — it’s forged in the Word of God. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson talks with David Jeffers, a retired Army Master Sergeant, and author of Man Up! What the Bible Says About Being a Man. Jeffers shares his remarkable journey through divorce, military service, and the loss of his son in combat. He also reflects on how Scripture recalibrated his understanding of godly manhood.

The Progressive Miseducation of America, Part 2 May 29, 2026

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Parents and grandparents are often the last line of defense against a dangerous ideology that’s already inside the classroom. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh continues his insightful conversation with Dr. Corey Miller, president of Ratio Christi. Dr. Miller explains when the ideological shift occurred, why Christians can’t afford to ignore it, and how families can equip the next generation to stand firm. Learn more about Ratio Christi (Latin for ‘The Reason of Christ’), a global movement that equips university students and faculty to give historical, philosophical, and scientific reasons for following Jesus Christ by visiting ratiochristi.org.

The Progressive Miseducation of America, Part 1 May 28, 2026

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America’s universities are ground zero for a cultural revolution, and the consequences are filtering into our homes, our churches, and our children’s classrooms. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh welcomes Dr. Corey Miller, president of Ratio Christi, an apologetics and evangelism organization, to discuss his book, The Progressive Miseducation of America. He exposes how Marxist ideology captured higher education, and shares what believers can do to confront it. Learn more about Ratio Christi (Latin for ‘The Reason of Christ’), a global movement that equips university students and faculty to give historical, philosophical, and scientific reasons for following Jesus Christ by visiting ratiochristi.org.

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