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Dr. Laura
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Weeknights 8 - 11PM
Most Common Questions About Dr. Laura:
Q: What is the purpose of Dr. Laura’s Program?
A: Dr. Laura is available to help
people with a wide range of personal, work, and familial problems. She
"preaches, teaches, and nags about morals, values and ethics."
Q: I have a dilemma. How do I call Dr. Laura?
A: First – Turn Your Radio OFF – NOT Down. While on hold, you will be able to hear the show.
- Be
sure to call between 11:30am - 3:00pm PT (2:30pm - 6:00pm ET; 1:30pm -
5:00pm CT), Monday-Friday. 1-800-DRLAURA (1-800-375-2872). Call from a
land line phone, or get stationary with your cellphone.
- Once you get through to the screener, be prepared with your
question. Focus on the overall philosophical problem, not your
specifics. Immediately, tell the screener how you expect to be helped
by Dr. Laura.
- Write your question down so you do not forget while you are on hold.
When speaking with Dr. Laura:
- You will briefly hear some static. Following that you will be on the air with Dr. Laura.
- Relax.
- Stick with your original story.
- Don’t present on-going never-ending layers of problems.
- When asked a “Yes” or “No” question, don’t respond with “I don’t know.”
Q: I have a comment for Dr. Laura, not a question. Do I call the show?
A: Dr. Laura only takes callers
with moral dilemma questions. The easiest way to be heard is to fax
your comment to Dr. Laura: 818-461-5140. She reads all faxes sent to
her. There is no phone line to make comments. There is no guarantee
your fax will be read on-air or given a response. Or you can email Dr. Laura.
Q:I have a topic/issue to bring to Dr. Laura's attention. What is the best way of getting it to her?
A:The best way to bring topics to
her attention is to fax Dr. Laura: 818-461-5140. She reads all faxes
sent to her. There is no phone line to make suggestions for topics or
issues. There is no guarantee your fax will be read on-air or given a
response. Or you can email Dr. Laura.
Q: What is Dr. Laura's fax number?
A: Dr. Laura’s
fax number is: (818)461-5140. She reads all faxes sent to her. There is
no guarantee your fax will be read on-air or given a response.
Click here to email Dr. Laura.
Or you can write her at:
Dr. Laura Schlessinger
P.O. Box 8120
Van Nuys, CA 91409
Q:Are there transcripts of Dr. Laura's daily program?
A: No. Transcripts are unavailable. But you can listen to the past five days of shows in Listen Now!.
Q:What are the lyrics to Dr. Laura's theme song?
A: Dr. Laura's theme song, "New Attitude" was originally recorded by Patti Labelle in 1984 by MCA records:
I’m feelin’ good from my head to my shoes
Know where I’m goin’ and I know what to do
I tidied up my point of view
I got a new attitude
I’m in control, my worries are few
‘Cause I’ve got love like I never knew
Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh
I got a new attitude
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Dr. Laura's Qualifications and Background
EDUCATION
- BS, Biological Sciences, SUNY Stonybrook, Long Island, NY
- MS, M Phil, Ph.D. (Physiology), Columbia University (College of Physicians and Surgeons), NY
- Post-Doctoral Certification in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling, Human Relations Center, University of Southern California, Los Angeles
- Licensed Marriage, Family and Child Counselor (MFCC), California, formerly in private practice for 12 years
- Past member of the Biological Sciences faculty of the University of Southern California
(five years) and the graduate Psychology faculty of Pepperdine University (eight years)
- UCLA and UC Irvine Extension course instructor
RADIO PERSONALITY
- "The Dr. Laura Schlessinger Program," live noon - 3 p.m. PT, M-F, originating from studios at Premiere Radio Networks in California
- Syndicated since June 1994
- On-air radio career for more than 30 years
BEST-SELLING AUTHOR
- Author, NY Times best-sellers:
Stop Whining, Start Living (2008)
The Proper Care & Feeding of Marriage (2007)
Bad Childhood, Good Life (2006)
Woman Power (2004)
The Proper Care & Feeding of Husbands (2004)
Ten Stupid Things Couples Do To Mess Up Their Relationships (2002)
Parenthood by Proxy; Don’t Have Them if You Won’t Raise Them (2000) aka: Stupid Things Parents Do To Mess Up Their Kids (paperback)
The Ten Commandments; The Significance of God’s Laws in Everyday Life (1998)
How Could You Do That?! The Abdication of Character, Courage and Conscience (1996)
Ten Stupid Things Men Do To Mess Up Their Lives (1997)
Ten Stupid Things Women Do To Mess Up Their Lives (1994)
- Author, children’s books:
But I Waaannt It! (2000)
Why Do You Love Me? (1999)
Growing Up Is Hard (2001)
Where's God? (April 2003)
INTERVIEWS/APPEARANCES
- Featured on The
Oprah Winfrey Show, A&E Biography, Larry King Live, Lifetime’s
Intimate Portrait, 20/20, The Today Show, PBS, Hannity & Colmes,
CBS This Morning, 48 Hours, Meet the Press with Tim Russert, Crier
Today, Eye to Eye with Connie Chung, ABC This Week, and Dateline.
- Featured in Time, US News and World Report, People, USA Today, The New York Times Magazine, The Los Angeles Times, The Wall Street Journal and others
- Featured speaker: National Congressional Prayer
Breakfast, Museum of Radio and Television, Claremont Institute, PBS,
National Religious Broadcasters and other venues, Country Radio Seminar
AWARDS
- Woman of the Year Award (2006), 19th District - State of California, awarded by Senator Tom McClintock
- Truth In Media Award 2006 from the Pacific Justice Institute
- 2004 International Women's Conference - Woman Extrardinaire Award
- Recipient, 1997 first woman to win Marconi Award for Network/Syndicated Personality of the Year
- Recipient, 1998 American Women in Radio & Television’s Genii Award for contributions to the industry
- Recipient, 1998 Israel 50th Anniversary Tribute Award for contributions to humanity
- Recipient, 1998 Crystal Cathedral Academy Award for promoting positive family values in the media
- Recipient, 1998 Love of a Child award from Childhelp USA
- Recipient, February 2000 first non-Christian to receive the Chairman’s Award from the National Religious Broadcasters
- Recipient, March 2001 National Heritage Award from the National Council of Young Israel
- Recipient, 2001 Conservative Leadership Award, Clare Booth Luce Institute, Washington, D.C
- Recipient, 2002 Woman of the Year Award, Clare Booth Luce Institute, Washington, D.C
PERSONAL
- Born in Brooklyn, N.Y.
- Black belt, martial arts
- Member SAG, AFTRA
- Married to Dr. Lewis G. Bishop
- She is the proud mother of an American Paratrooper - Deryk
Origins of Hooah
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Friday 05-30-2008 3:52pm MT
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