Dr. Tom Curran Podcast

What does Jesus’ encounters with a leper, a tax collector and centurion have to do with your life today? Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Kurt Nagel reflect on questions Jesus asks in scripture and discuss how those encounters relate to the NOW moment.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran testify to breakthroughs that come through fasting and Tom shares some of his favorite insights from The Lord of the Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien. The Currans talk about strategies to balance finances, fitness and fellowship.

Dr. Tom Curran prays for families undergoing treatments for a life-threatening illness and reflects on majesty vs. pageantry. Tom shares insights from Introduction to the Devout Life by St. Frances de Sales.

Dr. Tom Curran talks about why Catholics don’t experience the transformative impact of going to Mass and explores the concepts of the Hidden God vs. Living God.

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. Gregory Bramlage, Founder of Missionaries of the New Evangelization, to discuss healing through obedience, reconciliation and healing . Participate in the upcoming retreat: Freedom in Christ & God’s Healing Love. (RenewedInChrist.com)

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Charles Finck, M.S. Marriage/Family Counselor and Author, to discuss how to forgive. Order a copy of the book: As We Forgive Those, How To Forgive Others, Ourselves And God. Participate in the upcoming retreat: How to Forgive with Christ as Our Model. (IHRC.net)

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss the impact and response to hearing the Gospel. Tom asks Fr. Lewis, discuss 4 reasons why Catholic Church's are often empty.

Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from Dark Night of the Soul by St. John of the Cross. Today’s program is part of a multi-podcast series. Tom highlights his favorite insights from the most impactful books in his personal library.

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Rev. Darrin Connall, Rector of Our Lady of Lourdes Cathedral in Spokane, about the Catholic Church’s teaching on dying, death and burying the dead. Have you prepared? Attend an End of Life Workshop.

Dr. Tom Curran announces his call to fast and explores the important role of mediators, both heavenly and earthly. Tom shares stories and insights about acts of self denial, obedience, integrity and intercession.

Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Monday Cohosts, Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis, to discuss what’s new in the New Year and encourage listeners to “stop grading on a curve.”

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran launch the New Year by reflecting on what happened in 2023 and discerning God’s word for 2024. The Currans talk about reading, fasting, coaching and parenting adult children.

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. Wade Menezes, host of Open Line Tuesday on EWTN, about the gift and sacrament of the Eucharist. Join Fr. Wade for an upcoming retreat! Later in the program, Tom shares insights from Paradoxes of Faith by Henri de Lubac.

Do you know the authority given to you by God? Dr. Tom Curran prays with listeners for deliverance from generational spirits and protection from spiritual attacks. Order your own copy of Deliverance Prayers: For Use by the Laity by Fr. Chad Ripperger, PhD. (Sensus Traditionis Press)

Most people have not heard this! Dr. Tom Curran explores the central message of the Gospel. What is it? The answer may surprise you.

Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Monday Cohosts, Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis, to discuss the liturgical transition from Christmas to Ordinary Time. Enjoy insights on The Mysteries of Jesus’ Public Life, referenced in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. [CCC: 535]

Dr. Tom Curran is joined by his daughter, Arianna, to discuss her Gap Year - World Race mission trip and first semester as a college freshman at Franciscan University of Steubenville.

Dr. Tom Curran talks about a moment that brought him to tears of desperation and prays with listeners for deliverance. Order your own copy of Deliverance Prayers: For Use by the Laity by Fr. Chad Ripperger, PhD. (Sensus Traditionis Press)

Dr. Tom Curran prays with and for listeners for a fresh start in the New Year! Join Tom in praying the Rosary during this Christmas Season, meditating on the 5 Joyful Mysteries.

Are you praying for a breakthrough? Dr. Tom Curran walks listeners through a live discernment on what God is resolved to do in your life and in the life of the Church!

Dr. Tom Curran explores the gift of birth and the gift of family. Tom discusses the five modes of making a family consecration: self-entrustment, spouse-entrustment, entrustment of marriage, entrustment of each child, and entrustment of all children.

Dr. Tom Curran talks about the Feast of the Holy Innocents and the duty of fathers through the example of St. Joseph, foster-father of Jesus. Tom talks about the practical practices of budgeting, goal setting, strategizing, catechizing and more!

Dr. Tom Curran is joined by his son, John Mark, to discuss his journey as a freshman at Franciscan University of Steubenville. John Mark reports back after his first semester in college about the importance of community for young adult Catholics.

Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis to celebrate the Christmas Season! Tom asks the priests: What is a good gift to give priests? What were your childhood Christmas traditions? Was the Innkeeper a good guy or bad guy? And more!

Dr. Tom Curran and his oldest daughter, Mary Grace, testify to the benefits of play and the gift of communion. The Curran’s give ideas for “unplugged” family fun for kids of all ages!

Dr. Tom Curran talks about common misconceptions about the sacrament of confession, the importance of making a good examination of conscience, and the consequences of a hardened heart. (Isaiah 6, Luke 5, Revelation 1)

What does it mean to bless? Dr. Tom Curran reads the Declaration Fiducia Supplicans On the Pastoral Meaning of Blessings Presentation published by the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith and approved by Pope Francis.

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis: How is your Advent going? How do you prepare for Christmas and what’s your recommended Christmas gift guide for priests? What’s the protocol for having a priest over to dinner?

Dr. Tom Curran talks about 5 gifts received through the sacrament of confession: a formed conscience, strength against evil, spiritual healing, progress in the life of the Spirit, and mercifulness. [CCC:1458] Later in the program, Tom talks to Sr. Mary Eucharista about the gift of Advent, as a season of waiting.

Dr. Tom Curran talks about how to teach kids the “hard-easy,” to foster character and discipleship. Tom talks about the life of St. Lucy and shares quotes from St. John of the Cross.

Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel, Fr. Jim Northrop, Fr. Jeff Lewis and Pam Gunderson for a Sacred Heart Radio Book Club edition of the program to discuss Our Lady of Guadalupe and the Conquest of Darkness by Warren Carroll.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss the most popular items sold over the Christmas shopping season and give their recommendations for gift giving. The Currans reflect on the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of Mary.

Dr. Tom Curran talks about times of adversity versus prosperity and how to recognize one’s own blind spots. Tom explores three elements of the Church’s mission handed on: scripture, tradition and magisterium.

Don’t miss the moment! Dr. Tom Curran teaches on the theology of Advent, as a moment in time. Tom talks about how to celebrate the Advent season well.

Dr. Tom Curran reflects on the Presentation of Jesus to the Temple, as an act of giving over all relationships to God. Tom testifies to waiting and hoping for God to heal desperate family situations, in correlation to the season of Advent.

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis about how to keep the right mindset launching into the Advent Season. Are you feeling busy, distracted or lacking faith? Get tips for living an intentional Advent!

Distracted? Reluctant? Lacking Authenticity? Dr. Tom Curran addresses the common obstacles to praying a daily Rosary and gives tips for how to pray The Rosary every day, more meaningfully and authentically.

What’s the solution for Catholic infighting? Fr. Jim Northrop, Spiritual Director at Western Washington Catholic Charismatic Renewal, to discuss spiritual blindness and how to equip faithful laity and religious for the work of ministry. Join Fr. Jim Northrop at an upcoming retreat!

Dr. Tom Curran continues to share insights about the final judgment, referenced in Matthew 25: 31-46. Tom talks about levels of receptivity: being needy, being docile, being capable to receive and being received.

Dr. Tom Curran explores what Jesus teaches about the end of time and the final judgment, referenced in Matthew 25: 31-46. How does this relate to our lives today? Tom gives practical examples from daily life.

Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Monday Co-host Fr. Kurt Nagel to discuss themes related to this last full week in November: the Feast of Christ the King, Thanksgiving and Eschatology.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran search top trends for Black Friday shopping and talk about how to prepare for Advent. The Curran’s talk about what’s different this year for Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Christ the King and Advent.

Dr. Tom Curran explores the theology of thanksgiving and St. Pope John Paul II’s three aspects of "gift:" as the giver, as the receiver and as the thing given.

Dr. Tom Curran explores the four last things: death, judgment, heaven and hell; as referenced in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Tom addresses a controversial topic among Christians today: Will all humans be saved?

Dr. Tom Curran talks about the importance of the virtue of piety and the study of eschatology: death, judgment, heaven and hell. Tom shares a humiliating story and other recent experiences.

Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis to discuss the impact of holy places to engage the senses and teach the faith. Today’s hosts also reflect on the Dedication of the Basilica of St. John Lateran and Our Lady of the Snows.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about how to form kids to be faithful disciples! Tom talks about how to become KNIGHTS: know thyself, now is the time, improve everyday, game plan, hard easy, team first, and strive for the heights!

Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on God’s living word for today in Luke 8 about Galilean Women Follow Jesus and The Parable of the Sower.

Dr. Tom Curran talks about the spiritual discipline of gazing upon holy art, such as: the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington D.C., a painting of St. Francis of Assisi, and an icon of Raising Lazarus from the Dead.

Dr. Tom Curran offers one solution for political, spiritual and physical challenges facing Catholic disciples living in the world today and responds to the news about Bishop Strickland being removed by Pope Francis. Tom explores The Parable of the Ten Virgins. (Matthew 25)