Dr. Tom Curran Podcast
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S4 Ep 100June 7 -Faith and Family: Who is Your Best Friend? Spouses, Siblings & "About" Friends
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about fostering friendships among siblings and spouses. The Currans discuss the many different kinds of friendships and facts about the growing epidemic of loneliness in young adults.
S4 Ep 99June 6 - Pray Prayers BIGGER than You! 4 Big Prayers & The Sacred Heart of Jesus
In honor of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Tom Curran prays four BIG prayers and testifies to the impact of praying big prayers: an Act of Reparation, St. Francis de Sales Prayer, St. John Henry Newman Prayer and a Prayer for Healing and Deliverance.
S4 Ep 98June 5 -NOT Just Giving Up Food: 15 Meaning of Fasting (Part 2)
Dr. Tom Curran continues to list 15 different meanings of fasting. Why don’t more priests preach on the discipline of fasting? Where does teaching on fasting show up in scripture? How often should Catholics fast? Tom addresses these questions and more!
S4 Ep 97June 4 -He Leadeth Me to Fast! 15 Meanings of Fasting
Dr. Tom Curran lists 15 different meanings of fasting. Tom shares insights on the discipline of fasting, inspired by the book He Leadeth Me by Walter Ciszek and reminds listeners to honor the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
S4 Ep 96May 31 -Faith and Family: What’s Your Vision? 10X Growth Mindset for Married Couples
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran give tips for launching into summer INTENTIONALLY! Tom and Kari talk about the different activities they included in their getaway retreat as a married couple: recognizing a marital dynamic pattern, revisiting a budget, goal setting with a 10X growth mindset, and more! Listen to All the Hacks: Secrets of Super Achievers: Learning the 10x Growth Mindset with Dr. Benjamin Hardy
S4 Ep 95May 30 -Watch What God Can Do! Insights from Six Conversations
Dr. Tom Curran explores insights gained through six different conversations. Tom talks about gratitude for laborers in the vineyard, the gift message, metaphysics, and more!
S4 Ep 94May 29 -Get the Picture: Gaining Clarity on God’s Vision & Plan for Your Life
Dr. Tom Curran talks about taking a retreat away with his wife, Kari, as an opportunity to set financial goals, gain clarity on the future and be still. Tom shares insights from a self-help hacks podcast episode and ponders, “What are my constraints?”
S4 Ep 93May 27 -Best-of Ask Father: What’s Missing in Seminary Formation Today?
From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis to discuss spiritual direction, the spirituality of celibacy, and "what's missing" in seminary formation.
S4 Ep 92May 23 -Best-of Archive: Sound Insights from St. Philip Neri
From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran testifies to the intercession of St. Philip Neri and talks about baptism in the Holy Spirit, as the gift of Pentecost comes alive!
S4 Ep 91May 22 -Best-of Archive: Be Radically Available! Daily Practices for Wisdom and Courage
Dr. Tom Curran gives practical, daily examples of how to be salt, light and leaven in the world. Tom shares insights from Bishop Thomas Daly on two gifts of the Holy Spirit, wisdom and courage.
S4 Ep 90May 21 -Best-of Archive: What Am I Missing? Recover the Fervor of Pentecost
Dr. Tom Curran ponders: Where is the Pentecost Fire in the Church today? Tom shares insights on The Sacrament of Confirmation from the Catechism of the Catholic Church. [CCC: 1302]
S4 Ep 89May 17 -Faith and Family: Parenting Young Adult Children Home from Summer Break
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about how to help young adult children set goals for summer break, such as: cleaning up, making money, working out, and discerning the next step in their life! The Currans discuss how to motivate the many different personality temperaments .
S4 Ep 88May 16 -Shape Your Mind: Insights from Paradoxes of Faith by Henri De Lubac
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from a book that has shaped his mind as a systematic theologian, Paradoxes of Faith by Henri De Lubac. Tom talks about examples of paradoxes in faith: Is Christ God or Man? Lion or Lamb? Priest or Victim? Yes!
S4 Ep 87May 15 -What God Wills for YOU Right Now! Initiative, Gratitude, Generosity
Dr. Tom Curran shares stories about God’s providential will in the now moment, inspired by He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek. Tom explores how to discern God’s plan in your life and gives standard guidelines for young adults home for the summer.
S4 Ep 86May 13 -Ask Father: Marian Devotions, Novenas & Choosing a Path to Sainthood
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis: Do you honor any novenas or Marian devotions? How do you help young men discern if God’s calling them to the priesthood? Does God give people an option to choose our vocation?
S4 Ep 85May 10 -The Gift of Wisdom: I’m Not Religious, but Spiritual
Dr. Tom Curran addresses a common response: “I’m not religious, but spiritual.” Tom shares a few more insights on understanding God’s will from the book, He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J.
S4 Ep 84May 9 -Best-of Archive: Paths of the Church, Insights from St. Pope Paul VI
Dr. Tom Curran explores statistics about “high performers” and shares insights from Pope Paul VI on Three Paths of the Church. (ECCLESIAM SUAM ENCYCLICAL OF POPE PAUL VI ON THE CHURCH AUGUST 6, 1964)
S4 Ep 83May 8 -Best-of Archive: The Difference Maker! Prepare for Pentecost Novena
Dr. Tom Curran talks about how and WHY to pray for a deeper release of the Holy Spirit. Tom testifies to experiencing a personal Pentecost and talks about the Pentecost Novena. (praymorenovenas.com)
S4 Ep 82May 7 -Best-of Archive: Mary is a Cool Mom! Sr. Mary Eucharista Interview
Do you have knots in your life? Dr. Tom Curran and Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMC, share insights on the mothering of Mary and pray with listeners for the untying of knots right now! Check out upcoming events at the Immaculate Heart Retreat Center,
S4 Ep 81May 6 -Sacred Heart Book Club: He Leadeth Me
Dr. Tom Curran, Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss the Sacred Heart Book Club selection He Leadeth Me: An Extraordinary Testament of Faith by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J.
S4 Ep 80May 5 -Best-of Book Club: With God in Russia
From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Pam Gunderson for a Sacred Heart Book Club Edition of Sound Insight to discuss the book With God in Russia by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J.
S4 Ep 79May 3 -Faith and Family: Are You Living a Humdrum Life?
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights for married couples and parents on trusting in God’s providence for family life, as inspired by He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J. Tom prays with listeners undergoing desperate family circumstances.
S4 Ep 78April 30 -Trust in God’s Providence, He Will NOT Let You Be Deceived!
Dr. Tom Curran shares MORE insights from He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J. and gives practical examples of trusting in God's providence. Tom prays a morning offering with listeners and continues his reflections on St. Catherine of Siena.
S4 Ep 77April 29 -Ask Father: Why Aren't We On Fire? Quotes of St. Catherine of Siena
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis: how has your patron saint interceded in your life? What are your first thoughts on He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J? Have you heard the news about St. Augustine Institute? (National Catholic Reporter) What are your favorite insights on the life of St. Catherine of Siena?
S4 Ep 76April 26 -Faith, Science, & Beauty in the Stars w/Brother Guy Consolmagno, SJ
Dr. Tom Curran interviews "The Pope's Astronomer,” Brother Guy Consolmagno SJ,Director of the Vatican Observatory, to discuss misconceptions about Galileo and the history of the Catholic Church on scientific research and discoveries.
S4 Ep 75April 25 -Flow Through the Day: Obeying God's Will to Endure Terrible Situations
Dr. Tom Curran gives practical tips for living life day-to-day as a disciple of Christ, inspired by Fr. Walter Ciszek’s book He Leadeth Me. Tom also references correlating insights from The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection and Abandonment to Divine Providence by Fr. Jean-Pierre de Caussade.
S4 Ep 74April 24 -Read This Book! He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J.
Dr. Tom Curran shares several insights about “The Apostolate” from the book, He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J. (Ignatius Press) Sacred Heart Book Club episode coming soon!
S4 Ep 73April 23 -The Forgotten Impact of Music: Interview w/ Composer Eric Genuis
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Composer Eric Genuis about the positive (and negative) impact of music and his ministry of bringing beautiful music to schools, churches, cities and prisons. Get More Information about the Eric Genuis Benefit Concert for Chesterton Academy!
S4 Ep 72April 19 -Faith and Family: The “Informal” Ministry of Marriage, You Are Not Alone!
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss advice they give to younger married couples and advice they seek from older married couples! What responsibility do Catholic married couples have to minister to other couples? The Currans give tips for marriage ministry.
S4 Ep 71April 18 -Man Up! What’s Required for Men Today?
Dr. Tom Curran talks about the 2024 Pew Research on Catholics and explores the call to be a mediator for God in the world today. Tom reflects on the 7 Letters to the Churches in the Book of Revelation.
S4 Ep 70April 17 -God Leadeth My Laptop Back to Me (6 Months Later!) A Book That WILL Change Your Life
Dr. Tom Curran testifies to surrendering to God his failed attempts to make things happen in his life and shares insights from the book, He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J. (Ignatius Press)Sacred Heart Book Club episode coming soon!
S4 Ep 69April 16 -Why Venerate Relics? Common Questions and Misconceptions of Relics
Dr. Tom Curran testifies to the intercession of saints through the veneration of relics. What is a relic? How and why should relics be venerated? Tom answers common questions about relics and encourages a recovery of devotion to sacramentals.
S4 Ep 68April 15 -Ask Father: Can ChatGPT Generate a Good Homily?
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Kurt Nagel put Chat GPT, Artificial Intelligence system, to the test by prompting the software to generate a homily. What are the pros and cons of such advancements in technology? Listen to find out!
S4 Ep 67April 12 -Is ChatGPT Theologically Accurate? AI Generates Questions for Dr. Tom Curran
Dr. Tom Curran instructs ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence System, to ask him questions about the Catholic faith. Tom shares a “Catholic prayer” generated by ChatGPT, how theologically accurate is the prayer? Listen to find out!
S4 Ep 66April 11 -Best-of Archive: Fight or Flee? Fr. John Riccardo FULL INTERVIEW
God wants His world back, are you ready for what's coming? Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. John Riccardo, missionary and ACTS XXIX Executive Director, “work out” twelve either/or statements about living as a Catholic disciple today. Get spiritually fit to help God rescue the world! Learn More About the Rescue Project.
S4 Ep 65April 10 -Turn Left or Turn Right? The Capacity to Forgive and Forget
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights about abandonment and “forgive and forget.” Tom answers the question: Is it more important to pay attention to the work of angels or demons?
S4 Ep 64April 9 -Spiritual Masters, Living and Praying in the Catholic Tradition w/ Archbishop Alfred Hughes (Part 2)
Back for more! Dr. Tom Curran continues his interview with Archbishop Alfred C. Hughes, S.T.D, about his new book: Spiritual Masters Living and Praying in the Catholic Tradition. (Ignatius Press)
S4 Ep 63April 8 -Ask Father: How to Pray WITH Unbelievers, Do People Have the Right to be Wrong?
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss: What is the “right way” to pray with others, and even unbelievers? How can Christians more visibly display their faith in daily life? What’s happening with the growing number of outspoken Christian celebrities? Do people have the right to be wrong? Tom Curran preaches his "One Sermon."
S4 Ep 62April 5 -Spiritual Masters, Living and Praying in the Catholic Tradition w/ Archbishop Alfred Hughes
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Archbishop Alfred C. Hughes, S.T.D, about his new book: Spiritual MastersLiving and Praying in the Catholic Tradition. (Ignatius Press)
S4 Ep 61April 3 -Best-of Easter Week: Towards the Cross Vs. From the Tomb! How to Live Easter, in Contrast to Lent
***From the archive! Dr. Tom Curran explores eight contrasting statements between Lent and Easter. Tom shares his best insights on how to live out the 50 days of the Easter Season, and beyond!
S4 Ep 60April 2 -Best-of Easter Week: I've Never Heard This! How to Celebrate Easter
***From the Archives! Dr. Tom Curran reflects on the seven (or eight) first words of Jesus in the time of resurrection as a guide for living as Easter people, in contrast with, the seven last words of Jesus on the cross.
S4 Ep 59March 28 -Faith and Family: Don’t Miss Out! How to Celebrate the Triduum with Kids
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about how to engage kids in the events of the Holy Triduum: Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Vigil. The Currans give parents ideas for activities to do inside the home too!
S4 Ep 58March 26 -Holy Week: Lord, Fight Those Who Fight Me! The Lenten Battle Continues
Dr. Tom Curran talks about how to celebrate Holy Week and finish Lent strong! What should Catholic’s expect? Tom reflects on Psalm 35 and explores the many ways the enemy attacks spiritual growth.
S4 Ep 57March 25 -Best-of Book Club: False Mercy, Recent Heresies Distorting Catholic Truth
From the Sacred Heart Book Club Archive! Dr. Tom Curran ,Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss False Mercy: Recent Heresies Distorting Catholic Truth by Christopher Malloy (Sophia Institute Press)
S4 Ep 56March 19 - New Insights on St. Joseph and Preparing for Holy Week w/ Fr. Roger Keeler
Dr. Tom Curran shares new insights he's learned about St. Joseph, husband of the Virgin Mary. Later on the program, Fr. Roger Keeler talks about the Year of Prayer, how to pray during the Holy Triduum and other themes related to his upcoming Holy Week Retreat. (IHRC.net)
S4 Ep 55March 18 -Ask Father: Whole Life Confession, Why Confess Sins from the Past AGAIN?
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel: What is a whole life confession? Why would someone confess sins from their past that have already been confessed? Later in the program, Fr. Nagel reflects on the Message of the Holy Father Francis for Lent 2024.
S4 Ep 54March 15 -Faith and Family: Cabrini versus Dune? Finances and Food Hacks!
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran ponder the stage of grandparenthood, discuss family birthday traditions and debate Dune vs. Cabrini in movie theaters. The Currans also share finance and food hacks for Lent.
S4 Ep 53March 14 - Your Holiness Matters! More Impactful Family Traditions (According to Adult Kids)
Dr. Tom Curran talks about two ways of being active in the spiritual life: physical service and receptivity. Tom shares a moment of discernment in his own life and more letters from his adult children listing their favorite family traditions.
S4 Ep 52March 13 -Undone: Freedom for the Feminine Heart w/ Melissa Perez
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Melissa Perez, Speaker and Event Coordinator at JPII Healing Center, about God’s work through the JPII Healing Center and themes related to the upcoming Undone Women’s Retreat.
S4 Ep 51March 12 -Ask Father: Dune or Cabrini? Movie and Book Recommendations for Lent
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis: How is your Lent going? How do you bounce back after failed attempts at Lenten disciplines? What movie will you see first, Cabrini or Dune? What books would you recommend others to read during Lent?