Dr. Tom Curran Podcast
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S3 Ep 19January 31 -Ten Questions to Ask Your Catholic Principal
During the Catholic Schools Week, Dr. Tom Curran talks about what parents should expect from a Catholic school and gives parents ten questions to ask a Catholic principal.
S3 Ep 18January 30 -Catholic Schools Week: Self Denial, Sound Judgement & Self Mastery
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss Catholic education, as referenced in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. [CCC:2223, 2226, 2229, 2230] Today’s hosts reflect on education in the virtues, specifically: self denial, sound judgment & self mastery.
S3 Ep 17January 27 -Faith and Family: Awake and Arise, LET'S GO!
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran testify to experiencing a spiritual awakening. The Currans share stories about waking up early, saving money, making a whole life confession, and seeking mentorship.
S3 Ep 16January 26 -How to Be a Man: Cor Christi Interview w/ Fr. Daniel Barnett & Fr. Kyle Ratuiste
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Very Rev. Daniel J. Barnett, Rector, and Rev. Kyle Ratuiste, Vice-Rector and Dean of Men, at Bishop White Seminary to discuss human and faith formation of young men discerning the priesthood. Find more Information about the Cor Christi Program at Bishop White Seminary in Spokane, WA.
S3 Ep 15January 25 -Are Schools Today Bearing Fruit? Devin O'Donnell Interview
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Devin O'Donnell, Editor at Classis and Director of Parent Education at The Oaks Classical Christian Academy, to assess the modern education system and discuss the growing "new" trend toward an "old" Classical Christian model. Order your copy of O'Donnell's book: The Age of Martha: A Call to Contemplative Learning in a Frenzied Culture.
S3 Ep 14January 24 -Is the Catholic Church Today Bearing Fruit? Govern, Teach & Sanctify
Dr. Tom Curran assesses the state of the Catholic Church and talks about leadership, kingship, parenthood and discipleship. Tom explores 2 scripture passages referencing God’s call for His followers: John 15 and Mark 8.
S3 Ep 13January 23 -Rise & Come Forward!
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Kurt Nagel reflect back on over two decades of Catholic radio ministry. Today’s hosts remember their favorite Sacred Heart Book Club books and share highlights from their favorite discussion topics.
S3 Ep 12January 19 -Faith and Family: Opportunities & Limits to Forming Faith in Teens
Parents, take back the reins! Dr. Tom and Kari Curran encourage parents to take charge of faith formation. The Currans give tips for forming Pro-Life kids and share a few Life-hacks by Gretchen Rubin.
S3 Ep 11January 18 - Pow! I Did It Again! The Trouble of Anger: Sr. Mary Eucharista Interview
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMC, to discuss the gift of Mother Mary to the Church, the trouble of anger and the impact of making a silent retreat. Join Sr. Mary Eucharista at an upcoming retreat!
S3 Ep 10January 17 -It’s Time to Dialog! Questions to Ask God & Being Questioned
Dr. Tom Curran explores the intimacy of dialog, questions to ask God, being questioned, breaking old patterns, and discerning God’s Word.
S3 Ep 9January 16 -The Gift of Fresh Bread: Proclamation of the Gospel
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis explore the “Fresh Bread” God provides in the cycle of Sunday readings at Mass, discuss the Kerygma and testify to the prayer: “Lord, You take care of It.”
S3 Ep 8January 13 -Faith and Family: Budgeting, Money Management & Expiation
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about budgeting, money management and growing in self discipline in the New Year. Tom talks about the ‘Empty Technical Soul’ and the theme of expiation.
S3 Ep 7January 12 -Outreach Beyond Pregnancy: Bp. Joseph Tyson Interview
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Bishop Joseph J. Tyson, Diocese of Yakima, WA, about the work of Prepares in Washington State to accompany women and babies through pregnancy to age five. Donate today to the Open Your Heart Appeal! (PreparesForLife.org)
S3 Ep 6January 11 -How to Prepare for Christian Death & Dying: Fr. Darrin Connall Interview
Rev. Darrin Connall, Vicar General of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane and Rector of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes in Spokane, to detail how to prepare for dying and Christian death. Join Fr. Connall at the upcoming End of Life Workshop: Planning for Your Spiritual & Corporal Needs.
S3 Ep 5January 9 -The Legacy of Pope Benedict XVI and the Cross of the Papacy
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Kurt Nagel reflect on the legacy of Pope Benedict XVI and share quotes from his homily, Opening of the Year for Priests on the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. (Friday, 19 June 2009)
S3 Ep 4January 6 -Faith and Family: Seek an Epiphany!
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran give tips for launching well into the New Year and reflect on themes for 2023: “Awaken” and “Expiation.” Kari testifies to seeking healing from addiction and Tom confesses to past year failures.
S3 Ep 3January 4 -Life and Death: Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI Quotes
Dr. Tom Curran begins to explore quotes by Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. Tom shares insights on life/death issues, taking action, hell-rescue, and a recent high school basketball game.
S3 Ep 2January 3 -Death, New Life, New Year
Dr. Tom Curran ponders many recent deaths: Pope Benedict XVI, several celebrities and four college students. Tom discerns God’s word for the New Year and talks about goal setting for families.
S3 Ep 1January 2 -Transformation! Friendship, Mindset, New Beginnings
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss three topics related to transformation: 1. Brotherhood/Sisterhood, 2. Goal Setting/ launching into a New Year, and 3. Mindset (the truth vs. lies.) Fr. Lewis shares insights on the friendship of two "Great" saints, St. Basil and St. Gregory.
S2 Ep 191December 30 -15 Reasons Why We Suffer (Part 2)
Dr. Tom Curran continues to explore insights on the reality of suffering, as referenced by Pope John Paul II, St. Thomas Aquinas and Fr. F. J. Remler, C.M. Order the Book! Why Must I Suffer by Fr. F. J. Remler, C.M.
S2 Ep 190December 29 -15 Reasons Why We Suffer
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from the book, Why Must I Suffer by Fr. F. J. Remler, C.M. Tom talks about different forms of suffering, the Feast of the Holy Innocents and the concept of desperation.
S2 Ep 189December 28 -Goal Setting, Changing Plans & Seeking to Serve the Lord!
Dr. Tom Curran talks about a recent conversation with his oldest kids about discerning a life plan, goal setting and changing plans.
S2 Ep 188December 26 -Merry Christmas Octave! Know Your Inheritance: Peace, Clarity & Vibrancy
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis share insights on the Christmas Octave and overcoming spiritual disease. Today’s hosts reflect on “the freeze”, the flu, the number thirteen, and modern-day martyrdom.
S2 Ep 187December 23 -Faith and Family: I’ll Be Home For Christmas!
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Mary Grace and Mary Catherine Curran, about coming home for Christmas, the Advent season and life as Catholic college students. Tom talks about what moves him to tears and his daughters share special moments from the past year.
S2 Ep 186December 19 - Don’t Grade on a Curve! Advent Figures: St. Joseph, St. John the Baptist & the Innkeeper.
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Kurt Nagel report on this season of ‘post-pandemic’ Advent. Fr. Nagel shares reflections on St. Joseph: dreams, naming Jesus, old or young? single or widower?
S2 Ep 185December 16 -Blessings Under the Bridge Interview w/ Jessica Kovac
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Jessica Kovac, Founder of Blessings Under the Bridge in Spokane, WA, about the ministry of serving the homeless community. Kovac shares testimonies of sharing a meal, breaking down barriers, the power of eye contact, and gaining trust.
S2 Ep 184December 15 -Advent: Get Out There! Lead, Provide & Protect
Dr. Tom Curran shares recent stories from the past week about "rising to new heights," as Catholic Christian disciples. Tom talks about discerning this moment in history and the call of spouses and parents to take action.
S2 Ep 183December 12 -The Reluctant Witness: Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss the best Advent ever, eliminating distractions and good books to read on prayer and fasting. Fr. Jeff Lewis shares insights on St. Juan Diego and the Marian Apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
S2 Ep 182December 9 -Faith and Family: Life Skills to Teach Your Kids
Learn from our mistakes! Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share a list of important life skills to teach kids before they launch into adulthood. The Currans talk about their success and failures in implementing lessons on finances, taking initiative, time management, manners, chores and more.
S2 Ep 181December 8 -How to Reach Catholic Teens: Catholic Truth Interview w/ Bryan Mercier
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Bryan Mercier, President of Catholic Truth, about his transformation story and God's call to minister to troubled teens and young adults. Check out TheCatholicTruth.org and @CatholicTruthOfficial on Youtube. Watch the Full Interview with Bryan Mercier @MyCatholicFaithTV.
S2 Ep 180December 6 -Back to the Beginning! Advent in the Catechism of the Catholic Church
Dr. Tom Curran explores the theology of Advent, as referenced in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. [CCC: 1] Follow Along! Tom shares insights on identity, being, desire, unity and more.
S2 Ep 179December 2 -Faith and Family: First Friday in Advent
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about the Curran Family’s New Year resolutions, give tips for discerning God’s plan for families in 2023 and pray the St. Andrew Christmas Novena.
S2 Ep 178November 30 -Happy New Year! The Truth about Advent: Prayer, Fasting, Almsgiving
How are Catholics called to pray, fast, and give alms during the Advent season? Tom gives tips for celebrating Advent well as a family and discerning a New Year Resolution. If your house is "on fire?" Tom talks about taking direct action in 2023.
S2 Ep 177November 25 -Faith and Family: Thanksgiving and Black Friday
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about what’s new this thanksgiving: Zoom, painting and demolition. Kari references insights from Interior Freedom by Fr. Jacques Philippe about forming kids to avoid evil and do good.
S2 Ep 176November 23 -Be Holy and Live Well
Dr. Tom Curran confesses to an attitude of self importance and shares stories about discernment, obedience, the 4 Last Things and waking up! Tom testifies to praying the Rosary live on Facebook.
S2 Ep 175November 22 -Work Out Your Salvation: Fr. Wade Menezes Interview
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. Wade Menezes, Host of EWTN’s Open Line Tuesday, about sanctification through faithfulness of daily duty, being other-centered, understanding the reality of vice and virtue, practicing the sacraments, and living a Trinitarian spirituality. Watch the Full Interview!Listeners in the Inland Northwest, Join Fr. Wade the upcoming “Work Out Your Salvation!” Weekend Retreat.
S2 Ep 174November 21 -Christ the King, Thanksgiving & Last Things
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.
S2 Ep 173November 18 -Pray with Others: Go Deeper Into Prayer
Dr. Tom Curran shares a condensed version of a recent talk on how to pray with others, as part of a multi-talk series: Go Deeper Into Prayer. Listen to the Full Talk on My Catholic Faith TV!
S2 Ep 172November 17 -Discern & Obey! Go Deeper Into Prayer
Dr. Tom Curran shares a condensed version of a recent talk on discernment, as part of a multi-talk series: Go Deeper Into Prayer. Listen to the Full Talk on My Catholic Faith TV!
S2 Ep 171November 16 -Marriage a Gift from God
Dr. Tom Curran shares a condensed version of a recent talk on Marriage a Gift from God. Discover 4 important principles in marriage: all is gift, I am a steward, I give myself as a gift, and don’t take yourself too seriously!Listen to the Full Version of Marriage a Gift from God and Download a FREE PDF Copy of the Book!
S2 Ep 170November 15 -Death, Judgment, Heaven & Hell: Fr. Wade Menezes Interview
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. Wade Menezes, about his book, The Four Last Things: A Catechetical Guide to Death, Judgment, Heaven and Hell. Watch the Full video interview with Fr. Wade!
S2 Ep 169November 14- Get Help & Don’t Give Up!! COUGS Chaplain Fr. Paul Heric Interview
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. Paul Heric, Director/Chaplain of St. Thomas More Catholic Student Center at WSU. Fr. Paul shares his vocation testimony and stories of ministering to young adults on college campuses.
S2 Ep 168November 11 -Faith and Family: Affirm and Play!
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran explore many helpful tips for celebrating family life. The Currans talk about solving an escape room, speaking words of affirmation and the impact of coaching.
S2 Ep 167November 10 -From Violence & Alcohol to Love & Healing! Allan Ames Interview
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Allan Ames, Catholic evangelist and mystic with the gift of healing, about his encounter with Jesus, Our Blessed Mother and other saints. Learn more about Allan Ames and his International Healing Ministry.
S2 Ep 166November 9 -The Crisis in Medical Care Today: Mike Aquilina Interview
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Author Mike Aquilina about the theme of his book and upcoming lecture, The Healing Imperative: The Early Church and the Invention of Medicine as We Know It. Learn more about Mike’s upcoming lecture at Gonzaga University.
S2 Ep 165November 8 -Vocation Awareness Week: Serra Club Interview
Dr. Tom Curran talks about three events: Election Day, the anniversary of his mother’s death and National Vocation Awareness Week. Tom interviews Andy Tassani, District Governor of Cascade Chapter Serra Club, to discuss vocation awareness.
S2 Ep 164November 7 -The Aroma of Christ
Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis to discuss "The Aroma of Christ.” (2 Corinthians 2: 14-16) Fr. Lewis shares insights from his recent pilgrimage and Fr. Nagel shares reflections from his mother’s life, death and funeral.
S2 Ep 163November 4 -Living the Benedict Option: Thomas & Christina Yep
Dr. Tom Curran begins a new series highlighting families living the Benedict Option, starting with Thomas & Christina Yep. Hear about the Yep’s discernment process and journey into refuge. Check Out House of Royals Merchandise!
S2 Ep 162November 3 -Hans Urs von Balthasar Quotes to Inspire Your Life!
Dr. Tom Curran shares quotes from Hans Urs von Balthasar on mission, holiness, prayer and more! Tom shares insights from his family’s scripture reflection on “Eat for the Glory of God.” (1Cor. 10:31, 2Cor. 2: 14-15 )
S2 Ep 161November 2 -All Souls Day: Judgement Day & Physical Therapy
Dr. Tom Curran reflects on the meaning of All Souls Day and the purpose for praying for souls. Tom shares scriptural references and theological insights on death and purgatory.