Laura Schlessinger

Dr. Laura Schlessinger, a distinguished radio personality and author, earned her Ph.D. in Physiology from Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1974. Following this, she obtained training and certification in marriage and family counseling from the University of Southern California and received a therapist’s license from the State of California, where she maintained a private practice for 12 years.

Her influential career in radio began in 1975 after a call to a KABC show led to a weekly segment, evolving into her hosting shows on various small radio stations. By 1979, she was hosting a program on KWIZ in Santa Ana, California, which focused on emotional problems and sex therapy, establishing her distinctive direct communication style. Schlessinger’s national radio syndication commenced in 1994 with ‘The Dr. Laura Program,’ which rapidly achieved significant popularity, peaking as the second-highest-rated radio show nationally.

In 2011, she transitioned ‘The Dr. Laura Program’ to Sirius XM Radio, where it continues to broadcast to a dedicated audience. Throughout her career, Schlessinger has authored 14 books for adults and four for children, including bestsellers such as ‘Ten Stupid Things Women Do to Mess Up Their Lives’ and ‘The Proper Care and Feeding of Husbands.’ Her literary contributions also include syndicated columns for publications like Universal Press Syndicate and the Santa Barbara News-Press. Her profound impact on radio was further recognized in September 2002 when Talkers Magazine ranked her the seventh-greatest radio talk-show host of all time.

In 2018, Dr. Laura Schlessinger was inducted into the prestigious National Radio Hall of Fame, solidifying her legacy. She continues to host ‘The Dr. Laura Program’ on Sirius XM Radio, providing candid advice on ethical and personal matters and maintaining her influence on discussions surrounding relationships, morals, and family values.