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MARRIAGE WITH JOY

A WEBINAR SERIES

Marriage with Joy is the most open discussion on the internet about the positive, purposeful, powerful, pleasant aspects of living in harmony with matrimony.
Marriage with Joy unabashedly discusses the most interesting questions raised by listeners. The panel addresses issues with thought, wit, and aplomb. Voted “Best of the web” two years running.

PANELIST

BARRY SHORE

DIANE MEDVED

LAURIE MCDERMOTT

Laurie McDermott guest on the joy of living radio show

MAURA SWEENEY

Maura Sweney guest on the joy of living radio show

SCHEDULE

Who is watching how you treat each other?

March 26th, 2026 | 4:00 PM PDT

It’s easy to think that the small moments in a marriage go unnoticed — the tone of your voice, the way you respond in frustration, the little acts of kindness… or the lack of them.

But what if someone is always watching?

In this episode of Marriage with Joy, we explore the unseen impact of how spouses treat one another — not just in the big moments, but in the everyday interactions that quietly shape a home. From children and family members to friends and even your broader community, the way you show up in your marriage sends a powerful message.

More importantly, it shapes what others come to believe about love, respect, and partnership.

This conversation is a reminder that your marriage is more than a private relationship — it’s a living example. One that teaches, influences, and leaves a lasting imprint.

Who Is the Focus — Spouse or Children?

February 26th, 2026 | 2:00 PM PST

When children enter the picture, everything changes. Schedules shift. Energy divides. Priorities compete.

So here’s the question many couples quietly wrestle with:

Who should come first — your spouse or your children?

In this episode of Marriage with Joy, we explore one of the most important dynamics in family life. What happens when children become the sole focus? What happens when a spouse feels sidelined? And how does the health of a marriage shape the emotional security of the entire household?

This conversation isn’t about choosing one over the other. It’s about understanding order, alignment, and long-term vision. Because the strength of your marriage doesn’t just impact the two of you — it sets the tone for your children’s understanding of love, commitment, and partnership.

If you’ve ever wondered how to balance devotion to your kids with devotion to your spouse, this episode will challenge and encourage you.

Because when the marriage thrives, the family flourishes.

What happens in tough times?

January 29th, 2026 | 3:00 PM PST

Every marriage faces seasons that test it — stress, loss, uncertainty, conflict, and change. In this episode of Marriage with Joy, we explore what really happens to a marriage during tough times… and more importantly, what can happen when couples choose to face those moments together.

We’ll talk about how challenges can either quietly divide you or unexpectedly deepen your connection, how joy doesn’t disappear in hardship but often transforms, and why the way you walk through difficult seasons matters more than the season itself.

This conversation isn’t about pretending things are easy. It’s about learning how to stay connected, compassionate, and committed — even when life feels heavy.

Because tough times don’t define a marriage…

Don’t Look Back

December 29th, 2025 | 3:00 PM PST

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

How Thankfulness Transforms Your Heart (and Marriage)

November 25th, 2025 |3:00 AM PST

This week, Joy welcomes special guest Barry Shore—the Ambassador of JOY—for a heartwarming conversation on the joy of giving thanks. While Thanksgiving is around the corner, this episode goes beyond the holiday to explore how daily gratitude can transform your mindset, deepen connection, and bring more joy into your life and marriage. Get ready to laugh, reflect, and be inspired to see thankfulness as a way of living.

Spousal Support in time of need

October 30th, 2025 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

Tribute to Charlie Kirk

September 26th, 2025 | 9:00 AM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss studies that proof that marriage brings joy to your life.

Marrying off your child

Aug 28th, 2025 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

Summer Fun

July 31th, 2025 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss studies that proof that marriage brings joy to your life.

Romance and Marriage

May 29th, 2025 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

War On Women

April 29th, 2024 | 4:00 PM PST

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss studies that proof that marriage brings joy to your life.

Fidelity

March 27th, 2025 | 3:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

Luck in Marriage

February 25th, 2024 | 4:00 PM PST

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss studies that proof that marriage brings joy to your life.

What do men need?

January 30th, 2025 | 3:00 PM PST

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

Celebrating Smartly

December 26th, 2024 | 3:00 PM PST

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss studies that proof that marriage brings joy to your life.

Giving Thanks

November 26th, 2024 | 3:00 PM PST

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

Friendship

October 30th, 2024 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss studies that proof that marriage brings joy to your life.

To Bear or Not to Bear

September 26th, 2024 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

TRAD Wife

August 7th, 2024 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss studies that proof that marriage brings joy to your life.

Family is Foundational

June 27th, 2024 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

Thoughts on Harrison Butker

May 29th, 2024 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss studies that proof that marriage brings joy to your life.

The Secret Revealed

May 8th, 2024 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

Marriage under siege?

March 27th, 2024 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss studies that proof that marriage brings joy to your life.

Toasting the Year with Champagne 🥂

February 28th, 2024 | 4:00 PM PST

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

  • Family Under Attack
  • Binary/Non Binary
  • TransGender: Reality or Panic

3 Best Reasons to be Married

January 31th, 2024 | 4:00 PM PST

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss studies that proof that marriage brings joy to your life.

Toasting the Year with Champagne 🥂

December 28th, 2023 | 3:30 PM PST

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

  • Family Under Attack
  • Binary/Non Binary
  • TransGender: Reality or Panic

Holiday Cheer

November 30th, 2023 | 3:00 PM PST

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss studies that proof that marriage brings joy to your life.

Marriage rates continue to plummet

october 25th, 2023 | 4:30 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

  • Family Under Attack
  • Binary/Non Binary
  • TransGender: Reality or Panic

Marriage is the best path to success

September 27th, 2023 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss studies that proof that marriage brings joy to your life.

Marriage rates continue to plummet

August 31th, 2023 | 3:30 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

  • Family Under Attack
  • Binary/Non Binary
  • TransGender: Reality or Panic

Better Listening

July 26th, 2023 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss studies that proof that marriage brings joy to your life.

Growing healthy relationships over time

June 28th, 2023 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

  • Family Under Attack
  • Binary/Non Binary
  • TransGender: Reality or Panic

Who has control in directing a child’s life?

May 30th, 2023 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss studies that proof that marriage brings joy to your life.

Who has control in directing a child’s life?

April 26th, 2023 | 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

  • Family Under Attack
  • Binary/Non Binary
  • TransGender: Reality or Panic

Studies show proof that marriage brings joy

March 29th, 2023

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss studies that proof that marriage brings joy to your life.

Winning tips from the experts

March 8th, 2023 | 3:00 PM PST

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

  • Family Under Attack
  • Binary/Non Binary
  • TransGender: Reality or Panic

Winning tips from the experts

January 25th, 2023

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

  • Family Under Attack
  • Binary/Non Binary
  • TransGender: Reality or Panic

MARRIAGE & FAMILY: WHERE TO Spend the Holidays?

December 28th, 2022 | 3:00 PM PST

Where does your family go for the holidays? Which partner’s family do you visit and how do you decide? It can be complicated. Time, distance, tradition and circumstances. How to stay nice and how to build your own tradition.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

  • Where to spend the holidays
  • Creating your own traditions

Why do people today hate marriage

November 30th, 2022

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

  • Family Under Attack
  • Binary/Non Binary
  • TransGender: Reality or Panic

Yes Marriage is the Best Path to JOY

October 26th, 2022

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

  • Family Under Attack
  • Binary/Non Binary
  • TransGender: Reality or Panic

September 29th, 2022

Join us for 60 minutes of lively interactive discussion around some of the most important and least understood milestones on the path of Your Success.

In this webinar, you will be part of an interactive panel discussion where we will discuss:

  • Family Under Attack
  • Binary/Non Binary
  • TransGender: Reality or Panic