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Success. Money. The American Dream. For twenty years, Dick Gauch had it all. But behind closed doors, Dick's family was falling apart. Two of his kids struggled deeply with drugs, and his marriage nearly disintegrated. But that's not the end of Dick's story. He will share with us the story of how God restored his family.

You've heard it said, "Girls are made of sugar and spice and everything nice," but have you watched cable lately? There truly does not seem to be any encouragement in our culture for women to act like ladies. Today, Dr. Dobson will share principles from his book, "Bringing Up Girls" on how raise your daughter right.

Healthy eating for families nutritionist David Meinz offers several practical tips on good nutrition. He lists the "rules of the game" and says that frequency and quantity are key factors to a healthy eating lifestyle. To the delight of youngsters everywhere, Meinz also discusses how parents can allow their children to eat a limited amount of sweets without overdoing it.

The diet industry is a multimillion dollar business. It seems that everyone is looking for the secret to weight loss, whether it be a magic pill or a fad diet. On today's program, nutritionist David Meinz--with his characteristic humor--talks about what realistic changes we can all make in order to lead healthier lifestyles. If "you are what you eat," then healthy families need to eat healthy food. We'll get you started on the right path today!

Dr. Dobson, along with studio guests Dr. Tim and Pam Elmore, discusses ways to prepare children to not only stand firm in their convictions, but to be able to lead others in the right direction. Dr. Elmore points out that every child has leadership potential, and he explains different styles of leadership. Learn how to nurture your child's leadership abilities on today's Family Talk!

So much attention is given to the vital role a mother plays in raising her daughter, that sometimes it feels as though dads are not as important. And yet a father is one of the most important influences on a daughter's life. Dr. Dobson is joined by Dr. Kevin Leman who will look at the important role a father plays in shaping his daughter's life. Together they also explore the qualities that differentiate a good dad from a bad one.

Dr. Dobson continues his interview with the late Dr. Ken Hutcherson-- a former NFL player and the pastor and founder of Antioch Bible Church in Redmond, WA. Dr. Dobson states, "When a huge Oak tree falls, lesser creatures lose their place of safety in its branches. We will miss this giant of a man." You will not want to miss the second half of the remarkable story of Dr. Ken Hutcherson.

We celebrate the late Dr. Ken "Hutch" Hutcherson-- a former NFL player and the pastor and founder of Antioch Bible Church in Redmond, WA. Dr. Dobson interviewed Hutch before his death, and refers to him as "a walking miracle"--a man who has "committed his life to the cause of Christ" and is "willing to defend the truth against all odds." Dr. Hutcherson grew up without a father. Yet he went on to become an NFL football player, a pastor, and an avid defender of Biblical truth. You will not want to miss the remarkable story of Dr. Ken Hutcherson.

Dr. Dobson interviews the late Dr. Ken "Hutch" Hutcherson about his cancer, how he's dealt with his life-long fear of the illness, and his perspective on how God uses negative experiences in believers lives to make them more like Christ. They discussed Hutch's biblical stand on controversial issues of the day, and the backlash he has received for his stand, including death threats. You don't want to miss this discussion.

Join Dr. Dobson for Part II of his interview with Judy Squier as they delve deeper into her amazing life from brokenness to beauty. Judy talks about how God showed her that her life trials were a means to a greater end toward a more meaningful relationship with Him. Judy also shares how God led her toward certain Scriptures that revealed a greater understanding of God's character that brought hope and inspiration during some of her most difficult trials. Her two books, Living in the Names of God and His Majesty in Brokenness were a byproduct of God leading Judy down this path from brokenness to beauty.

Imagine being born without functioning legs and a severely deformed hand, and eventually having your legs amputated. Dr. Dobson sits down with one courageous woman who has overcome great trials in her life to find total contentment and satisfaction within the arms of her Heavenly Father. Despite the physical obstacles and the related emotional trauma, Judy Squier found healing and hope knowing that she was a child of God. Through is all, she discovered the truth that God had a purpose and plan for her life.

Dr. Dobson and Dr. Meg Meeker continue their discussion with Danna Demetre and Ellie Kay, co-authors of Lean Body Fat Wallet, as they delve deeper into the application of one's life and the need to engage this topic with our children. Discover how these two disconnected struggles come together and how their stories can help you attain freedom in both your eating and spending habits. Don't miss out on this very practical dialogue that will not only encourage you to take some new steps in 2014, but will also give you some great tips on how to make it happen.

Dr. Dobson and Dr. Meg Meeker visit with co-authors Danna Demetre and Ellie Kay to discuss their new book, Lean Body Fat Wallet. Dana shares from her personal struggles with an eating disorder to reveal the lies that often consume young girls. Ellie explains how her marriage grew out of some very hard financial times to a place of freeness from debt and to offer a message of hope for those that are currrently facing these trials. Find out how to overcome the lies that often hold us back and embrace the truth found in God's Word that will set us free. Don't miss out on this very practical dialogue that will not only encourage you to take some new steps in 2014, but will also give you some great tips on how to make it happen.

2 Corinthians chapter 1 calls the Lord "the God of all comfort," and tells us to pass on that same comfort to others. Hear from a man doing just that! Pastor Greg Laurie discusses a film project that was born out of the pain he endured, and created to bring hope to hurting hearts. It's a beautiful message that shouldn't be missed.

Are you dealing with the death of a loved one or experiencing a personal tragedy, but don't quite know how to handle it? Hear Pastor Greg Laurie share his story of deep faith and how HOPE led his family through the darkness. He chose not to waste his pain, and it will give you a whole new perspective on hope.