
Dr. Tom Curran Podcast
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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!
S3 Ep 139August 22 -That’s a GOOD QUESTION! Catholic MythBusters Part 1
Dr. Tom Curran gives a quick update on his 40 Day Water Fast. Tom begins a two-part series on the most common questions about the Catholic faith and how to answer them!
S3 Ep 138August 21 -Ask Father: Humility, Perseverance, & The “Extreme” Act of Praying the Rosary
Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis to reflect on three elements of meritorious prayer: confidence, perseverance and humility. Today’s hosts discuss a recent news column and give tips for praying the Rosary reverently and consistently.
S3 Ep 137August 18 -Pray the Rosary for Marriage and Family
Dr. Tom Curran prays the Rosary with listeners, offering up intentions related to marriage and family life. Tom meditates on the 5 Sorrowful Mysteries.
S3 Ep 136August 17 -Don’t Take Yourself Too Seriously: Marriage Talk 4
This surprising tip for a healthy marriage is NOT typically taught in any "self-help" marriage books or marriage prep talks! Dr. Tom Curran completes his multi-program series on Marriage, A Gift from God.
S3 Ep 135August 16 -Do You ENJOY Being Married? Marriage Talk 3
What’s the greatest struggle in marriage? What is the greatest joy in marriage? Discover two forms of joy, created joy versus resurrected joy. Dr. Tom Curran continues his multi-program series on Marriage, A Gift from God.
S3 Ep 134August 15 -What DID Mary Know? Feast of the Assumption
Did Mary know Jesus would be sacrificed? Did she know she was created to be Queen? Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis explore insights on the Catholic Church’s teaching on Mary, as referenced in the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
S3 Ep 133August 14 -Ask Father: Youth Apologetics, Teen Dating & Discerning Marriage
Can you defend Church teaching? When should teens begin courting? Should young adults marry in college? Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Kurt Nagel share insights on these hot topic questions and more!
S3 Ep 132August 10 -God is Keeping Track, How do YOU Measure Up? Marriage Talk 2
Fertility, children and the multiplication of people on earth are God’s blessings, yet the secular culture considers them threats to the world. Dr. Tom Curran continues his multi-program series on Marriage, A Gift from God.
S3 Ep 131August 9 -No Tips, Secrets or Steps…. It’s All About ATTITUDE!: Marriage Talk 1
What did you sign up for when you said, “I DO” on your wedding day? The answer might surprise you! Dr. Tom Curran begins a multi-program series on Marriage, A Gift from God.
S3 Ep 130August 8 -GO! 9 Obstacles to Overcome: Confession Talk 7
What stops you from GOING to confession? Dr. Tom Curran discusses the most common concerns he gets about obstacles keeping Catholics from actually entering the confessional.
S3 Ep 129August 7 -Ask Father: Death, Water Fasting & Family Disagreements
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel for insights on end of life issues. Fr. Nagel gives tips for families dealing with disagreements amongst siblings about care for dying parents and how to talk to aging parents about preparation for death.
S3 Ep 128August 4 -"I Will Never Do It Again." Confession Talk 6
Is it realistic for any person to promise not to sin again? Is it possible to keep that promise to God? Dr. Tom Curran continues his multi-program series on Confession: 5 Sentences that Will Heal Your Life.
S3 Ep 127August 3 -"I Will Make Up for It!" Confession Talk 5
What's the concept of penance? Go beyond the confessional! Dr. Tom Curran continues his multi-program series of the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
S3 Ep 126August 2 -"Forgive Me." Confession Talk 4
What's the difference between saying "I'm Sorry" versus "Forgive me," and why say both? Dr. Tom Curran continues his multi-program series of the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
S3 Ep 125August 1 -"I am Sorry." Confession Talk 3
Are you TRULY sorry, or just fearful of consequences? Dr. Tom Curran continues a multi-program series on the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation.
S3 Ep 124July 31 -Ask Father: Death, Impartation, Youth Apologetics & Men’s Retreat
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis about how to care for dying loved ones. Fr. Lewis also talks about the upcoming Youth Apologetics Camp and the Inland Northwest Men’s Retreat. Tom announces the start of his 40 day water fast!
S3 Ep 123July 28 -I Was Fat! God’s Power to Heal Addiction: Brendan Case Testimony
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Brendan Case, Founding-Servant of the Companions of the Holy Spirit, to testify to God’s work of healing addiction, broken marriages, illness and more! Join Brendan Case at an Upcoming Retreat in the Pacific Northwest.
S3 Ep 122July 27 -"I Did It!" Confession Talk 2
Why is it so difficult to admit to sin? Dr. Tom Curran continues a multi-program series on the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation.
S3 Ep 121July 26 -Truth Takes Flesh! Science & Faith: Fr. Diogo Escudero Interview
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. Diogo Escudero, OFM Cap., about his journey from molecular biology to capuchin friar and his engagement in the Encounter School of Ministry movement. Find an Encounter School of Ministry Summer Intensive Near You!
S3 Ep 120July 25 -5 Sentences that Will HEAL Your Life! Confession Talk 1
Learn how to make a good confession. Dr. Tom Curran starts a multi-program series on the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation.