Family Talk
Dr. James DobsonFamily 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.
Most Recent Episodes
You May Be the Only Bible Somebody Reads, Part 2
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.
April 10, 2026 ListenYou May Be the Only Bible Somebody Reads, Part 1
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.
April 9, 2026 ListenGod Won’t Leave You There, Part 2
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.
April 8, 2026 ListenGod Won’t Leave You There, Part 1
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.
April 7, 2026 ListenGod's Help in My Life: The Story of Dale Evans
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.
April 6, 2026 ListenThe Last Words of Jesus, Part 3
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.
April 3, 2026 ListenThe Last Words of Jesus, Part 2
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.
April 2, 2026 ListenThe Last Words of Jesus, Part 1
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.
April 1, 2026 ListenCelebrating the Heritage of America and the Future of Our Youth, Part 2
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.
March 31, 2026 ListenCelebrating the Heritage of America and the Future of Our Youth, Part 1
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.
March 30, 2026 Listen
