Dr. Tom Curran Podcast
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S4 Ep 50March 11 -Best-of Archive: Saint Quotes on The Cross
Dr. Tom Curran, Fr. Kurt Nagel and Pam Gunderson explore quotes from saints and popes on the cross and suffering.
S4 Ep 49March 8 -Faith and Family: Impactful Family Traditions (According to Adult Kids)
Dr. Tom Curran shares impactful family traditions: car ride conversations, games, meals, quiet times, marriage circle gatherings, “pictures Rosary,” restaurant outings, after-mass doughnuts, waving goodbye, and more!
S4 Ep 48March 7 -Just Grow Up! College Ministry w/ Fr. Paul Heric
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. Paul Heric, Director/Chaplain of St. Thomas More Catholic Student Center at WSU. Fr. Paul testifies to God’s healing power to overcome issues facing college students: hook-up culture, identity confusion and growing up.
S4 Ep 47March 6 -Raising Conservative Kids in a Woke City w/ Katy Faust
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Katy Faust, Author/Blogger and founder of Them before Us, to discuss her latest book co-authored with Stacy Manning titled Raising Conservative Kids in a Woke City: Teaching Historical, Economic, and Biological Truth in a World of Lies.
S4 Ep 46March 5 -Indispensable Spiritual Energy
Dr. Tom Curran talks about embracing an empty house, humiliating situations and acts of penance. Tom shares take-away insights from attending a recent Eucharistic Revival event and Sung Vespers at Bishop White Seminary.
S4 Ep 45March 4 -Best-of Book Club: Christ Versus Satan in Our Daily Lives (Part 3)
Dr. Tom Curran, Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis conclude a multi-part Sacred Heart Book Club discussion on Christ Versus Satan in Our Daily Lives: The Cosmic Struggle Between Good and Evil by Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J
S4 Ep 44March 4 -Best-of Book Club: Christ Versus Satan in Our Daily Lives (Part 2)
Dr. Tom Curran, Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis continue a multi-part Sacred Heart Book Club discussion on Christ Versus Satan in Our Daily Lives: The Cosmic Struggle Between Good and Evil by Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J
S4 Ep 43March 2 -Best-of Book Club: Christ Versus Satan in Our Daily Lives (Part 1)
Dr. Tom Curran, Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis begin a multi-part Sacred Heart Book Club discussion on Christ Versus Satan in Our Daily Lives: The Cosmic Struggle Between Good and Evil by Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J
S4 Ep 42March 1 -Faith and Family: Movies to Watch in Lent, Fasting & Food Hacks
Dr. Tom Curran gives three approaches to Lent: face, embrace and replace. Later in the program, Kari adds three more approaches to Lent: stash, cash and trash! The Currans recommend more movies to watch in Lent and share Lenten food hacks.
S4 Ep 41February 29 -Faith and Family: This Gets Intense! Examination of Conscience for Married Couples
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran make a LIVE examination of conscience, examining their relationships with God, each other (as spouses) and their children. Follow Along with the PDF! (ElCatholics.org)
S4 Ep 40February 28 -Faith and Family: How to Attract Your Soulmate *Catholic Approach*
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss the husband-wife dynamic. Tom rants about what’s wrong with popular self-help books and Kari talks about a “cringey” video about 7 Simple Steps to Attracting Your Soulmate. What’s the Catholic alternative?
S4 Ep 39February 27 -Faith and Family: Are You in a Fog? Be Aware of the Presence of God
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about how to live each day aware of the presence of God. Tom testifies to being in a fog and talks about aspects of self accusations from St. Thomas Aquinas.
S4 Ep 38February 23 -Faith and Family: Culture Trends to Avoid and 3 MORE Movies to Watch
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran give more family movies to watch in Lent and discuss a blog article by Ted Gioia, The Honest Broker, titled: The State of the Culture, 2024, Or a glimpse into post-entertainment society (it's not pretty.)
S4 Ep 37February 22 -Don’t Just Check a Box, Lent is About Jesus: Asceticism and Mortification
Dr. Tom Curran talks about how to celebrate Lent and “live a liturgical life.” Tom prays for those feeling discouraged and talks about the disciplines of asceticism and mortification.
S4 Ep 36February 21 -God Got ME to the Sidewalk: 40 Days for Life Interview w/ Rebecca Anderson
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Rebecca Anderson, Coordinator of 40 Days for Life in Lynwood, WA, to testify to the impact of praying for the unborn and discuss the 40 Days for Life Campaign.
S4 Ep 35February 21 -Faith and Family: Checking In, Falling Short, Keeping Up
How’s your Lent going? Dr. Tom and Kari Curran testify to the work of guardian angels and reflect on “tips to look after your husband.”
S4 Ep 34February 20 -A Powerful Near Miss: Impact of Guardian Angels & 3 Houses of Worship
Dr. Tom Curran explores the theology of guardian angels and contrasts three houses of worship: a Catholic Mass, a Pentecostal worship service and a volleyball game.
S4 Ep 33February 16 -Faith and Family: 3 Movies to Watch in Lent & Lenten Food Hacks
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about fostering healthy choices and habits in family life. The Currans give a list of family movies to watch in Lent and share Lenten food hacks.
S4 Ep 32February 16 -Take Action! Bishop Daly Interview: Protecting Kids AND the Seal of Confession
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Bishop Thomas Daly, of the Diocese of Spokane, to discuss Senate Bill 6298: What does it say? What’s the purpose? Is Senate Bill the right approach to protect the safety of children? Get clarity and take action!
S4 Ep 31February 15 -Faith and Family: What’s Your LenTEN TEN?
Dr. Tom Curran and Kari Curran reflect on the spiritual gift of Fear of the Lord and discern their ten LenTEN commitments.
S4 Ep 30February 14 -Best-of Archive: Ash Wednesday
Dr. Tom Curran explores the theology of Lent and asks the question: What do you renounce this Lent? Tom gives tips for having a family meeting to discuss both family and personal Lenten practices.
S4 Ep 29February 13 -Faith and Family: Super Bowl & VaLENTine’s Day
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about trending topics of recent and upcoming events: the Super Bowl, the death of Kelvin Kiptum, VaLENTine’s Day. The Currans talk about some of their family traditions.
S4 Ep 28February 12 -Best-of Ask Father: Lundi Gras! Getting Ready for Lent
Do you look forward to Lent? Dr. Tom Curran, Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss how they get ready for Lent and explore the spiritual practices of prayer, fasting and almsgiving.
S4 Ep 27February 9 -NO REGRETS: Dating in High School, Valentine’s Day & Lent
Dr. Tom Curran explores the conversation about teenagers dating in high school: “going on a date” versus “having a boyfriend/girlfriend,” understanding the purpose of dating and combating a toxic social culture. Tom shares his regrets about failing to prepare well for Valentine’s Day and Lent.
S4 Ep 26February 8 - Faith and Family: We Were so Naive! 5 Tips for Married Couples
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran laugh at their newlywed expectations and discuss five principles of Godly marriages: Appreciation, Affirmation, Acknowledgment, Admiration and Affection.
S4 Ep 25February 6 -Faith and Family: Traditions and Culture
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss creating family traditions, fostering a family culture rooted in faith and preparing for a fruitful Lent. The Currans pray for desperate family situations.
S4 Ep 24February 5 -Ask Father: JUST a Weird Instance or Demonic Influence?
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis: How often do you come into contact with the realm of the demonic? When are “weird instances,” in fact, demonic influence? What is an antidote for spiritual warfare?
S4 Ep 23February 2 -Faith and Family: How to Affirm, Celebrate & Entrust
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran reflect on the role of parents to present their family to God. The Currans share stories about the impact of affirmation, consecrating their marriage and entrusting the children to God.
S4 Ep 22January 31 -Think His Thoughts! Become More Like Jesus
Dr. Tom Curran explores how to worship God on earth, as it is in Heaven. Tom interviews Rev. Darrin Connall, Rector of Our Lady of Lourdes Cathedral in Spokane, about the Our Lady of Lourdes Novena for healing.
S4 Ep 21January 30 -A Slave to False Identities
Dr. Tom Curran asks the questions: Do you find your deepest identity in Jesus? What are the common false identities? What does that look like? Tom reflects on The Healing of the Gerasene Demoniac in Mark 5.
S4 Ep 20January 29 -What are you looking for? Let Jesus Question YOU!
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.
S4 Ep 19January 26 -Faith and Family: It’s a Battle! Fasting, Finances, Fitness & Fellowship
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.
S4 Ep 18January 25 -Majesty Vs. Pageantry: What’s the Difference?
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.
S4 Ep 17January 24 -Why is Mass so BORING? The Painful Truth
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.
S4 Ep 16January 23 - Break Curses! FREEDOM through Healing: Interview w/ Fr. Greg Bramlage
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)
S4 Ep 15January 23 -Do You Know HOW to Forgive? Interview w/ Charles Finck, M.S.
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)
S4 Ep 14January 22 -Ask Father: 4 Reasons Why the Church is Empty!
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.
S4 Ep 13January 18 -Most Impactful Catholic Books: Insights from Dark Night of the Soul
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.
S4 Ep 12January 17 -Are You Prepared? Catholic Teaching on End of Life: Interview w/ Fr. Darrin Connall
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.
S4 Ep 11January 16 -I Need Some Mediators! New Water Fast
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.
S4 Ep 10January 15 -Ask Father: How to Launch into the New Year
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.”
S4 Ep 9January 12 -Faith and Family: What Was That All About? Review 2023, Look Ahead 2024
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.
S4 Ep 8January 11 -ExtraORDINARY TIME! Rekindling Eucharistic Amazement w/ Fr. Wade Menezes
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.
S4 Ep 7January 10 -Best-of Archive: Don’t Fall for These Tricks! Fight Back Against Spiritual Attacks
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)
S4 Ep 6January 9 -Best-of Archive: Have You Heard the News?
Most people have not heard this! Dr. Tom Curran explores the central message of the Gospel. What is it? The answer may surprise you.
S4 Ep 5January 8 -Best-of Archive: Feast of the Baptism of Jesus, Jesus’ Public Life
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]
S4 Ep 4January 5 -Faith and Family: Gap Year Missionary vs. Freshman College Year
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.
S4 Ep 3January 4 -Best-of Archive: I Had an Epiphany! Prayer for Deliverance
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)
S4 Ep 2January 3 -Best-of Archive: First Things First! Prayer For the New Year
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.
S4 Ep 1January 2 -Best-of Archive: How to Discern a New Year's Resolution
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!