The love story that led to Being Family – Joy & Scott Keith

In this warm, funny and surprisingly honest episode, Scott and Joy Keith sit down together for the very first time to share the story behind their 32‑year marriage, their whirlwind engagement, and the family life that shaped dr. Scott Keith’s upcoming book Being Family.

You’ll hear how a summer at a Lutheran camp turned into a lifelong partnership, why dinner‑table conversations became the heart of their home, and how they approached parenting with openness, humor, and a deep sense of calling. From early marriage challenges to raising children, becoming grandparents, and navigating faith and family in today’s world, the Keiths offer real stories, real laughter, and real wisdom.

Scott’s new book Being Family will be released on May 5th, 2026.

If you want an episode that feels like sitting at a family table—full of love, honesty, and a bit of chaos—this one’s for you.

Intro (00:00)

Show intro and guests (00:31)

Camp love story (02:01)

First date (03:55)

Dreaming big family (05:53)

Health limits (08:12)

Why write being family (09:13)

Writing process (13:59)

Writing process for Joy (15:39)

"I am the one who told to all our children…" (16:56)

Dinner table culture (21:01)

Dad meals (22:30)

No limits to talks (24:24)

Who kids go to? (26:39)

Learning through failure (27:40)

Marriage is real life (30:56)

Given family (33:53)

Why should read the book (35:14)

About being dad book (40:03)

Next book? (43:09)

Where to buy (47:58)