Dr. Tom Curran Podcast
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S2 Ep 110July 27 -Astounded & Speechless: The Mother of the Mother of God
Dr. Tom Curran testifies to the powerful intercession of Sts. Joachim and Anne and talks about the miraculous rediscovery of relics of St. Anne. Tom shares many insights from a recent prayer meeting.
S2 Ep 109July 25 -Age of the Laity, Age of the Clergy
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis talk about the “age of the laity" and the call to stand up, speak out and push back. Today’s hosts share insights on St. James the Greater and the gift of making a pilgrimage.
S2 Ep 108July 22 -Faith and Family: Prayer Meeting
Dr. Tom Curran teaches how to lead a prayer meeting: praise, thanks, petition, and intercession. Tom shares stories from a recent prayer gathering: The Warehouse of Gifts, The Moving of the Rock, and "No Plan B."
S2 Ep 107July 20 -Make the Golden Years the Best of Your Life
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Michael J. Lichens, editor at Sophia Institute Press, to discuss the new book The Precious Gift of Old Age: How to Make the Golden Years the Best of Your Life by Fr. John LaFarge, S.J.
S2 Ep 106July 19 -Pass This On! Three Stages of Prayer
Dr. Tom Curran dares to teach a lesson on prayer. Tom talks about the three stages of growth in prayer: the purgative way, the illuminative way and the unitive way.
S2 Ep 105July 18 -Lived Fatherhood and the Gift of Reverence
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss many topics, such as: the lived fatherhood of a priest, “Fr. First-name” vs. “Fr. Last-name,” architectural renovation and the gift of reverence.
S2 Ep 104July 15 - Faith and Family: Self-Knowledge & Self-Discipline
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share quotes from the book Self-Knowledge and Self-Discipline by Basil Maturin. The Currans share insights to help parents foster moral value in family life.
S2 Ep 103July 14 -The Age of Martha: A Call to Contemplative Learning in a Frenzied Culture
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Author Devin O’Donnell about his book The Age of Martha: A Call to Contemplative Learning in a Frenzied Culture.
S2 Ep 102July 13 -Inner Healing: Encounter School of Ministry Interview
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Debora Johnston, Director of Encounter School of Ministry Seattle Campus, to testify to the impact of a personal encounter with the Divine Physician. Debora discusses the history and mission of Encounter School of Ministry.
S2 Ep 101July 11 -Brotherhood & Fraternity: Get Serious About These Foundational Practices
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Kurt Nagel discuss five basic practices to grow in holiness: seek brotherhood, spend silent time with the beloved, "don't take yourself too seriously," engage with courage, and access the Holy Spirit.
S2 Ep 100July 8 -Faith and Family: Get Serious About These Foundational Practices
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran give more basic practices for growing in holiness: "Live well with your limits," build faith-filled belonging, turn to God's Word, and vigil for deliverance. Tom references Deliverance Prayers: For Use by the Laity by Fr. Chad Ripperger.
S2 Ep 99July 7 -Too Easy to Forget! Get Serious About These 4 Basic Practices
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights and practical examples of four foundational practices for discipleship: "don't forsake prayer," the virtue of hilarity, who is your brother/sister? and yield to the Holy Spirit.
S2 Ep 98July 5 -Past, Present & Future: Connect to Souls Across Time!
Dr. Tom Curran ponders the work of redemption throughout time: past, present and future. Tom prays for souls approaching their moment of death and shares insights from St. Gertrude the Great and St. John Chrysostom.
S2 Ep 97July 1 -Faith and Family: Living a Principled Life
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran explore the implications of the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade. Kari shares her conviction to change where she shops and Tom talks about living a principled life.
S2 Ep 96June 30 -Sudden Inbreaking: Sts. Peter and Paul
Dr. Tom Curran reflects on themes related to the Feast of Sts. Peter and Paul, such as: speaking truth with love, sudden miracles, imprisonment, and martyrdom.
S2 Ep 95June 29 -Not Just a Lofty Idea: Growing in Faith (Part 2)
What does it mean to believe IN God? Dr. Tom Curran continues to explore the three levels of faith. Tom gives more practical examples of how to foster deeper faith in the life of oneself, one's spouse and children.
S2 Ep 94June 28 -Is God Content With His Relationship with You? Growing in Faith (Part 1)
Dr. Tom Curran begins to explore three levels of faith: 1. to believe God exists, 2. to believe things about God, and 3. to believe in God. Tom shares practical stories about recognizing and developing the different levels.
S2 Ep 93June 27 -Roe Vs. Wade Overturned
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss three important events: The Solemnity of the Sacred Heart, The Nativity of St. John the Baptist and The Supreme Court ruling to overturn Roe Vs. Wade.
S2 Ep 92June 24 -Faith and Family: Encounter the Sacred Heart, Be Healed!
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran honor the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and testify to God's healing power. Kari talks about her visit to the Healing Room and Tom prays with listeners to be set free from wounds.
S2 Ep 91June 23 -The World's First Life Coach: 7 Key Principles from Socrates
Dr. Tom Curran talks about standard behaviors and practices for a typical disciple today. Tom shares seven key principles from the teachings of Socrates to live well as Christians in the world.
S2 Ep 90June 22 -What Are You Waiting For?
Dr. Tom Curran discerns with listeners recent signs from God and explores how to respond appropriately. Tom shares stories about falling behind, running ahead, holding the line, and becoming numb.
S2 Ep 89June 21 -Night Without a Bed: A Hand-Up for Homeless Families
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Craig Howard, Development Manager at Family Promise of Spokane, to discuss the rise in family homelessness and the upcoming initiative Night Without a Bed.
S2 Ep 88June 17 -Faith and Family: Trespassing, Forgiveness & Healing
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss how to foster forgiveness and healing between siblings, spouses and friends. The Currans explore St. Thomas Aquinas' attributes of making a good confession and explain the power of deliverance prayer.
S2 Ep 87June 16 -Spreading the Good News! New Additions to the Sacred Heart Radio Family
Dr. Tom Curran and Ron Belter, General Manager of Sacred Heart Radio, discuss the new additions to the family of Sacred Heart Radio stations. Ron Belter testifies to the Holy Spirit at work in expanding the network of Catholic radio.
S2 Ep 86June 15 -Battle of the Flesh, Lesson in Hilarity
Dr. Tom Curran talks about what to expect as a disciple, a battle of the flesh. Tom talks about the habit of collapse, comfortable bachelordom vs. evangelical simplicity and a lesson in hilarity.
S2 Ep 85June 14 -Infected with Truth
Dr. Tom Curran talks about being "infected with truth" and reads insights from St. John Paul II about fostering conversion. Tom talks about the intercession of St. Anthony of Padua and the act of consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
S2 Ep 84June 10 -Forming and Educating Saints: Coeur du Christ Academy Interview
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Kellen Clemens and Genavive Edman, representatives from Coeur du Christ Academy, to discuss the gift of a Classical Liberal Arts education in the Catholic Tradition.
S2 Ep 83June 9 -How Are You Living? Adoration: Never Fails to Bear Fruit
Dr. Tom Curran reflects on encountering Jesus at the moment of personal judgement and shares more saint quotes on adoration. Tom talks about working out, raising healthy women and men, teaching good manners, and seeking Jesus in adoration.
S2 Ep 82June 8 -Get Into the Flow: 6 Stages of Adoration
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from many saints on the gift of Eucharistic Adoration and explores 6 stages of adoration: external, exertion, extension, excess, exposed, and eucharistic.
S2 Ep 81June 7 -Save Our Souls!
Dr. Tom Curran explores the gift of our souls and how to preserve (and rescue) souls, as referenced in Mark 8: 34-38. Tom talks about the beauty of creation, the lure toward worldly gain, physical vs. spiritual therapy, and the impact of teen mission trips.
S2 Ep 80June 6 -Do You Have a Personal Relationship with the Holy Spirit?
Dr. Tom Curran, Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss the concept (and misconceptions) of having a "personal relationship with the Holy Spirit." Today's hosts reflect on the link between the devotions of Divine Mercy and the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
S2 Ep 79June 3 -#1 Most Difficult Prayer, 9 Fridays & 12 Promises: The Sacred Heart of Jesus
Dr. Tom Curran explores the 12 promises of the Sacred Heart of Jesus devotion and prays an Act of Reparation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Tom references teaching from the Catechism of the Catholic Church. [CCC478]
S2 Ep 78June 2 -What Am I Missing? Recover the Fervor of Pentecost
Dr. Tom Curran ponders: Where is the Pentecost Fire in the Church today? Tom shares insights on The Sacrament of Confirmation from the Catechism of the Catholic Church [CCC: 1302] and the Novena to the Holy Spirit.
S2 Ep 77June 1 -Are You Kidding Me! Unbelievable Conversations with My Teens
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from a conversation with his teenagers that started with the phrase, "Dad, you and mom did not introduce us to the love of Jesus growing up..." Tom talks about two important concepts: witness and encounter.
S2 Ep 76May 31 -The Biggest Cross
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on this moment of Novena to the Holy Spirit and the life of St. Catherine of Siena. Tom compares and contrasts the three vocations: the single life, married life, and the religious life.
S2 Ep 75May 30 -Forming Disciples (Part 2)
Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis to share more insights on discipleship training. Today's hosts discuss spiritual direction, the spirituality of celibacy, "what's missing" in seminary formation, and preparation for Pentecost.
S2 Ep 74May 27 -Faith and Family: 8 Battles Worth Fighting
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss 8 family battles worth addressing. Kari talks about fostering peace in the home by preparing for summertime with kids. Tom talks about the importance of retreat and reflection at the end of the school year.
S2 Ep 73May 26 -St. Philip Neri and Novena to the Holy Spirit
Dr. Tom Curran testifies to the intercession of St. Philip Neri and prepares for the Novena to the Holy Spirit. Tom talks about baptism in the Holy Spirit, as the gift of Pentecost come alive!
S2 Ep 72May 25 -I Will Honor You: Formation For Courtship
Dr. Tom Curran discusses common questions about courtship/dating: When? Who? Where? Tom references insights from Pope John Paul II, Venerable Fulton Sheen and Fr. Chad Ripperger.
S2 Ep 71May 24 -How to Form Faith-Filled Minds Today!
Dr. Tom Curran explores concepts related to forming young disciples, such as: peer pressure, heartache, knowledge, discipline of the mind, and more!
S2 Ep 70May 23 -Forming Disciples! Mind, Heart, Action & Community
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis explore four dimensions of discipleship; theological, spiritual, apostolic and community. Fr. Lewis recalls stories and insights from his time in seminary.
S2 Ep 69May 20 -Faith and Family: An Apology for the Laity, A List for Husbands
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about healing the "walking wounded" and share insights from a priest's apology to the laity. Later in the program, the Currans explore 9 Things Every Wife Needs From Her Husband. (Husband Help Haven)
S2 Ep 68May 19 -A (Seeming) Walking Contradiction: Sr. Jordan Rose Interview
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Sr. Jordan Rose about her vocation testimony and the mission of the Sisters of Life. Sr. Jordan Rose addresses the most common (and surprising) questions she gets asked.
S2 Ep 67May 18 -News vs. Knowledge: Digging Into a Box of Books
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from Message in a Bottle by Walker Percy on the topics of: modern-day lethargy, the impact of hearing news (versus just information), the obstacle of death, and more!
S2 Ep 66May 17 -The Acts of the Holy Spirit: Move Me!
Dr. Tom Curran explores the gift of the Holy Spirit in the day-to-day tasks and answers the questions: What does the power of the Holy Spirit moving within me look like? And, how can I grow to experience more of God's power in my life?
S2 Ep 65May 16 -Our Lady of Fatima
Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis to explore insights on Our Lady of Fatima and other Marian apparitions. Todays hosts share stories of "time standing still" in the moment of consecration.
S2 Ep 64May 13 -Faith and Family: Take Authority! The Collapse of Parenting
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share stories about their "new addition," supply-chain shortages, spiritual warfare, and more! The Currans reference The Collapse of Parenting by Leonard Sax and Restore the Glory Podcast by Dr. Bob Schuchts & Jake Khym, MA.
S2 Ep 63May 12 -God Wills to Bring Favor: Luminous Mysteries
Dr. Tom Curran and his son, John Mark, pray the rosary in honor of the upcoming Feast of Our Lady of Fatima. John Mark offers reflections on the Five Luminous Mysteries and Tom explores the gift of confession.
S2 Ep 62May 11 -How Big is Our God? Suffering, Isolation & Self-Mastery
Dr. Tom Curran ponders: How should Catholics pray when feeling too overwhelmed or desperate to pray? Tom prays a prayer of those in exile (Psalm 102) and reflects on the concept of virtuous self-mastery.
S2 Ep 61May 9 -The Sift, The Drift & The Collapse: Where is Everyone?
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Kurt Nagel discuss several hot topics, including: Post-pandemic Mass, The Collapse of Parenting by Leonard Sax, conflicting preaching among priests and the ordination of Auxiliary Bishop Schuster.