Dr. Tom Curran Podcast
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S3 Ep 189November 10 -Faith and Family: Deprogrammed! Power, Fame & Money
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran ponder “would you rather” questions related to intellect, will and memory. The Currans share conversion stories about Kobe Bryant and Kat Von D. (Daily Wire)
S3 Ep 188November 9 -#2 Most Popular Question I Get! Discernment & Action
Dr. Tom Curran addresses the popular question: Who do I discern God’s will in my life? Tom references teachings from the Catholic Church and shares his best insights on how to discern a call from God and take action.
S3 Ep 187November 8 -Don’t Hide Your Face! Be God’s Messenger on Earth
Dr. Tom Curran shares stories of three brief interactions, to testify to God’s will to deploy messengers on earth to speak His message to others. Tom reflects on the concepts of prayer, trust and obedience.
S3 Ep 186November 7 -What Will People Remember About You?
Dr. Tom Curran reflects on his 59th birthday and ponders the question: What will people remember about you? Tom shares his philosophy for coaching and shares scripture passages about holy competition.
S3 Ep 185November 6 -Ask Father: 3 Gifts for Catholic Men Today
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis: If you could give Catholic men today three gifts, what would they be? Fr. Jeff Lewis explains the modern enemies against the spiritual life and explores the topics of fortitude, spiritual leadership and perseverance.
S3 Ep 184November 3 -Faith and Family: It Runs in the Family! Curses, Blessings & Tendencies
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss celebrating Halloween, hosting a couple’s bible study and generational curses. Tom shares his first-thought reflections on the Synod on Synodality.
S3 Ep 183November 2 -All Souls Day: Pray The Rosary NOW for the Dead!
Dr. Tom Curran explains why it’s important to pray for the dead and prays the Rosary with listeners for all the souls in purgatory. Tom reveals the saint who came to mind when he asked God for a greater sensitivity toward the presence of saints. Who is it?
S3 Ep 182November 1 -Get Connected to Your Assigned Saints! Solemnity of All Saints Day
Dr. Tom Curran talks about how to discern saints that God has assigned to your life! Tom explains the process of canonization and prays with listeners for sensitivity toward the presence of saints.
S3 Ep 181October 31 -Trick-or-Treating & Trespassing: All Hallows' Eve
Dr. Tom Curran talks about obstacles to holiness and forgiving others’ trespasses. Tom explores the petitions of the Lord’s prayer, as referenced in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. [CCC: 2838-2843]
S3 Ep 180October 30 -Best-of Archive: Is "Doing Our Best" Good Enough? All Saints & All Souls Day
Are there saints on earth? What are common obstacles to holiness? What is perfect imperfection? Will there always be injustice on earth? Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis to explore the Feasts of All Saints and All Souls.
S3 Ep 179October 27 -Faith and Family: Wrestling with God over a One Dollar Coupon!
Dr. Tom Curran share practical examples of offering up daily inconveniences with hilarity! Tom addresses the "three days of darkness" and "illumination of conscience." The Currans ponder the question: How do you Love the Lord Your God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength? (Mark 12:30)
S3 Ep 178October 26 -Try This Spiritual Practice! Thank God for Jim Dagnon
Dr. Tom Curran reflects on the impact of St. Peter of Alcantara and St. Pope John Paul II. Tom talks about a new spiritual practice in his own life and reads a thank you note he wrote to Jim Dagnon.
S3 Ep 177October 25 -3 Things All Men SHOULD WANT: Sr. Mary Eucharista Interview
Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMC, discuss three things men should seek for a good marriage and family life. Sr. Mary Eucharista ministers to Tom and all listeners who have recently experienced the death of a parent.
S3 Ep 176October 24 -Best Tips for Overcoming Stress & Anxiety: Interior Freedom, Peace & Joy
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from Interior Freedom by Fr. Jacques Philippe. Tom also gives highlights from the recent Men’s Conferences on finding freedom from stress.
S3 Ep 175October 23 -Best-of Book Club: Our Lady of Guadalupe and the Conquest of Darkness
Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel, Fr. Jim Northrop, Fr. Jeff Lewis and Pam Gunderson for a Sacred Heart Book Club program to discuss the book Our Lady of Guadalupe and the Conquest of Darkness by Warren Carroll.
S3 Ep 174October 19 -Be Open to Pray and Speak as the Lord Leads
Dr. Tom Curran talks about the power of intercessory prayer for the slaughter of innocent people. Tom shares insights from a presentation he gave at a recent Encounter School of Ministry event.
S3 Ep 173October 17 -Thank God For EVERYTHING! Life by Design
Dr. Tom Curran gives witness and testimony to a life well lived. Tom shares insights from the talks he gave at the wake and funeral for his dad, George Curran.
S3 Ep 172October 16 -Best-of Ask Father: How to Prepare for a Homily & Respond to Feedback
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis: How do you approach writing a homily? Both priests discuss how they discern what to teach in an upcoming homily and how they respond to positive (or negative) feedback.
S3 Ep 171October 13 -Faith and Family: Funeral, Fatima, Fellowship & Franciscan
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss what’s happened and what’s coming up! The Currans reflect on the funeral of George Curran, the anniversary of the Miracle of the Sun at Fatima and Homecoming at Franciscan University of Steubenville.
S3 Ep 170October 12 -Best-of Archive: Overcoming the Evil Within Interview w/ Fr. Wade Menezes
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. Wade Menezes, Host of EWTN’s Open Line Tuesday, about his book Overcoming the Evil Within: The Reality of Sin and the Transforming Power of God's Grace and Mercy. Watch the Full Interview @MyCatholicFaithTV
S3 Ep 169October 11-Best-of Archive: Who WOULDN’T Want These Benefits? 15 Promises of the Rosary
In this month of October dedicated to the Holy Rosary, Dr. Tom Curran reflects on the fifteen promises from Our Lady, revealed to St. Dominic, to anyone who prays the Rosary.
S3 Ep 168October 9 -Best-of Archive: This is Dense! 4 Steps for Living Courageously Intentional
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss 4 forms for living as an intentional, determined and courageous disciple today: St. Jerome Formation, “The Little Way” Formation, St. Francis Formation and Iron Sharpens Iron Formation.Listen to Tom Curran's Fall Faith Formation Series on the Power of Prayer @MyCatholicFaithTV
S3 Ep 167October 6 -Faith and Family: Stolen Focus & Bearing Fruit
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran reflect on the Song of Songs Chapter 2, a passage of prayer for those mourning the death of a loved one. Kari references the book Stolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention by Johann Hari.
S3 Ep 166October 4 -Feast of St. Francis: Life, Death and NEW PERSPECTIVE!
Dr. Tom Curran continues to reflect on Christian death and talks about the importance of prayer. Later in the program, Tom gives insights on the life of St. Francis of Assisi.
S3 Ep 165October 3 -From Father to Son: Insights to Hand Down through Generations
Dr. Tom Curran honors the life of his father with a loving tribute. Later in the program, Tom celebrates his son’s 18th birthday and reflects on the power of names and dates.
S3 Ep 164September 29 -Faith and Family: I Didn’t Realize This! Duties of Parents
Dr. Tom Curran shares humiliating stories about being one of “Those Dads.” Tom talks about fostering a communion of persons in family life and how to restore dialogue in struggling family relationships.
S3 Ep 163September 28 -Born in Heaven: The Mystery of Children and Discerning Baby Names
Dr. Tom Curran testifies to infertility, miscarriage, adoption and his wife giving birth. Tom talks about discerning God’s intended name for a child and explains the naming of his own children.
S3 Ep 162September 27 -Discern & Obey! Live Discernment on Abandonment and Trust
Dr. Tom Curran walks through the discernment process live on the program. Tom ponders the question: Why did Jesus say “My God, Why have You forsaken me?” and talks about the link between sin and broken relationships.
S3 Ep 161September 26 -Don’t Waste Your Life! Healing the Culture Interview
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Camille Pauley, co-founder and president of Healing the Culture, to discuss the battle and advancements in life issues, such as: overturning Roe v. Wade, gender ideology, contraception, and educational resources. Get Pro-life Resources!
S3 Ep 160September 25 -Best-of Archive: Ask Your Guardian Angel! Padre Pio Quotes
Dr. Tom Curran, Fr. Kurt Nagel, Fr. Jeff Lewis and Pam Gunderson explore quotes from St. Padre Pio on topics, such as: spiritual battle, suffering, the role of angels, and more!
S3 Ep 159September 19 -Don’t Ask Mary for Favors! 7 Sorrows of Mary w/ Sr. Mary Eucharista
Dr. Tom Curran and Sr. Mary Eucharista, Sisters of Mary Mother of the Church, reflect on the Seven Sorrows of Mary. Sr. Mary Eucharista shares a testimony about encountering Jesus in the St. Damiano Crucifix icon.
S3 Ep 158September 18 -Best-of Archive: Triumph! Quotes on the Holy Cross
Dr. Tom Curran, Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis reflect on several quotes from saints and scripture references on the Holy Cross of Christ. Learn how to move from breakdown to break-through and surrender to God's will.
S3 Ep 157September 15 -Faith and Family: Water Fasting Testimony
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about fasting, making choices vs. commitments and paying attention to the Holy Spirit moving in the world today. Tom and Kari share stories and insights from a recent event with Dr. Mary Healy.
S3 Ep 156September 14 -What’s Coming? God’s Judgment on the World Today w/ Peter Herbeck
Dr. Tom Curran asks Peter Herbeck, Executive Vice President and Director of Missions for Renewal Ministries, to share prophetic words for the world today. Peter Herbeck talks about God’s punishment vs. protection, signs and wonders of God, cultivating a Christ-centered family today, and more.
S3 Ep 155September 13 -Brendan Case (Part 2): Holy Name of Mary w/ Sr. Mary Eucharista
Dr. Tom Curran continues his interview with Brendan Case on the concept of ascesis. Later in the program Tom welcomes Sr. Mary Eucharista to reflect on The Feasts of the Holy Name of Mary and Exaltation of the Holy Cross. Watch the kick-off interview with Brendan Case @MyCatholicFaithTV
S3 Ep 154September 12 -Another Intervention! UPDATE After a 40 Day Water Fast w/ Brendan Case (Part 1)
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Brendan Case, Founding-Servant of the Companions of the Holy Spirit, to give an update after 40 days of water fasting and explore the concept of ascesis. Watch the kick-off interview with Brendan Case @MyCatholicFaithTV
S3 Ep 153September 11 -Ask Father: The NOW Moment, Age of the Laity & 3 Days of Darkness
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis several questions, related to: moments in time, praying for one’s future spouse, general absolution for the dying, the age of the laity, 3 days of darkness and more!
S3 Ep 152September 8 -Faith and Family: Shifting Teens off to College, Shaping Policy, Renewing Culture
Dr. Tom Curran and Kari Curran reflect on their new season of life, ONLY three kids at home! Dr. Tom Curran interviews Dr. Ryan Anderson, President of the Ethics & Public Policy Center in Washington, DC, about school choice, abortion, transgender ideology, and more.
S3 Ep 151September 7 -An Encounter with Jesus Changes Everything!
Dr. Tom Curran asks the question: When are folks going to WAKE UP to the reality of the culture of death? Tom talks more about the gifts of silence, fasting, and time.
S3 Ep 150September 6 -Feeling Powerless? Overwhelmed? Desperate? Surrender to God!
What a Paradox! Dr. Tom Curran testifies to the gift of a season of surrender: from powerlessness into empowered by God! Tom references St. Paul’s preaching, desperation before God and persecution. Tom also reflects on St. Mother Teresa’s 50 years of darkness.
S3 Ep 149September 5 -The “Smart” Phone Solution! Obstacles, Negotiation & Opportunities
What’s the solution for smartphone portal pollution? Dr. Tom Curran answers the question and encourages Catholics to be visibly present as the church in the world today! Tom references an upcoming Eucharist Procession with Bishop Daly and the upcoming film, Cabrini.
S3 Ep 148September 4 -Best-of Archive: Fr. Mark Stronach’s Journey Into the Last Frontier
Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Mark Stronach from St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Kodiak, AK, to share his vocation story and explore the Catholic Church in the “Last Frontier!”
S3 Ep 147September 1 -Faith and Family Best-of Archive: Making & Keeping Commitments
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran reflect on their family summer goals and discuss which commitments they will keep into the new school year. Tom talks about several unexpected people he prays for every day, the situations will surprise you!
S3 Ep 146August 31 -Water Fasting Testimony! 15 Reasons to Fast
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights and results from his recent 21 Day Water Fast. What is the spiritual discipline of fasting all about? Tom shares 15 Meanings of Fasting.
S3 Ep 145August 30 -Should I Give my Kid a Cell Phone? Damage of the Digital World: Part 1
Dr. Tom Curran answers two questions: Should I give my kid a cell phone? Does my parenting really make a difference? Tom gives updates on the latest research on the effects of smartphones, social media and internet use on teens.
S3 Ep 144August 29 -Off to College! Tips for a Good Semester
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights for Catholic students and parents about how to have a good college experience. Tom gives practical tips for seeking intentional Catholic education for kids and talks about his trip to Franciscan University of Steubenville.
S3 Ep 143August 28 -Best-of Archive: Saints, Relics & Mystics
Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis to reveal their individual “top Saints lists” and discuss other tops, such as: the entrustment of relics, encounters with mystics and August feast days. Original Run Date: 8/29/2022
S3 Ep 142August 25 -Faith and Family Best-of Archive: We Finally Gave Our Teens a Cell Phone
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss new challenges in parenting, launching teens into adulthood! The Currans talk about summer challenges, the gift of play, smart phones, and more!
S3 Ep 141August 24 -Best-of Archive: The Early Church Was the Catholic Church
Did early Christians believe in Baptism, the Eucharist and Apostolic succession? Dr. Tom Curran interviews Joe Heschmeyer, Staff Apologist for Catholic Answers, about his new book: The Early Church Was the Catholic Church. Watch the Full Video Interview!
S3 Ep 140August 23 -Answer ANY Question! Catholic MythBusters Part 2
Dr. Tom Curran gives a quick update about caring for a dying parent and launching adult children off to college. Tom continues his two-part series on common myths about Catholicism and how to articulate the faith to non-Catholics!