Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

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Stepfamilies of the Bible, Part 1 Sep 15, 2026

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Nearly two out of three Americans have a stepfamily relative, yet the church offers almost nothing to help them build their family structure. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh welcomes author Laura Petherbridge to discuss her new book, Stepfamilies of the Bible. She shares how Scripture speaks directly to the jealousy, rivalry, and loss that blended families can carry, and why God’s Word still holds the wisdom they need.

Protecting Your Middle Schooler During Those Turbulent Years Sep 14, 2026

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Middle school has never been easy, but today’s culture pushes kids out of childhood faster than ever. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson explores this pivotal season with the late Dr. Brenda Hunter and her daughter, Kristen Blair, authors of From Santa to Sexting. They discuss cyberbullying, media saturation, and how parents can rebuild the walls to protect their children.

25th Anniversary of 9/11, Part 2 Sep 11, 2026

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America’s freedoms may hang on a single election. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer continues his enlightening conversation with the Hon. Michele Bachmann about the stakes that Christian citizens are facing in this year’s election. She sounds the alarm on threats to our republic, and explains why believers must reject antisemitism and get to the polls and vote.

25th Anniversary of 9/11, Part 1 Sep 10, 2026

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How do we make sense out of evil, and how should Christians respond to it? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer welcomes the Hon. Michele Bachmann to mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11, and reflect on the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Gary and Michele share personal memories of that tragic day, and consider the current deep divisions in our country over political violence.

National Grandparents Day of Prayer, Part 2 Sep 09, 2026

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A kneeling grandparent can shape a child’s faith for a lifetime. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Cavin Harper of the Christian Grandparenting Network to continue discussing the Grandparents Day of Prayer and his book, Courageous Grandparenting. He and Dr. Dobson explore the power of praying grandparents, and the lasting legacy they can leave for the next generation.

National Grandparents Day of Prayer, Part 1 Sep 08, 2026

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Being a good grandparent means more than spoiling the grandkids and sending them home to their parents. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Cavin Harper, author of Courageous Grandparenting. They discuss why it takes courage to point the next generation to Jesus Christ, and how everyday moments are opportunities to leave a lasting spiritual legacy.

Courageous Christianity Sep 07, 2026

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Many believers stay silent about their faith, afraid of ridicule or being labeled intolerant. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with attorney and broadcast journalist Hugh Hewitt to discuss his book, The Embarrassed Believer. Hewitt explains why so many Christians are hesitant to share the gospel, and why courage matters now more than ever.

The Altar of Pergamon, Part 2 Sep 04, 2026

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From the rise of communism to the brink of nuclear war, could a single ancient object be hidden behind the last century’s darkest chapters? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Rabbi Jonathan Cahn returns to discuss his gripping new book, The Altar of Pergamon. He traces a startling mystery from Karl Marx to the Cuban Missile Crisis, revealing where the story ultimately points

The Altar of Pergamon, Part 1 Sep 03, 2026

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Buried for centuries, an ancient altar that the Bible calls the “throne of Satan” was unearthed and carried into the modern world. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh welcomes best-selling author Rabbi Jonathan Cahn to discuss his new book, The Altar of Pergamon. Discover the startling connections between this object, the rise of Adolf Hitler, and today’s headlines.

The Flipside of Feminism Part 2 Sep 02, 2026

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For decades, feminism promised women freedom, but its hollow promises left many unfulfilled. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his moving conversation with the late Phyllis Schlafly and her niece Suzanne Venker, co-authors of The Flipside of Feminism. They challenge the culture’s lies about marriage, motherhood, and career, and reveal why American women may be the most fortunate people who ever lived.

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