
Dr. Tom Curran Podcast
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S4 Ep 200November 14 -Gratitude: Looking Back at My Journal 1 Year Ago
Dr. Tom Curran revisits notes from his journal one year ago about the theme of gratitude from two events: the death of his father and a training seminar.
S4 Ep 199November 13 -Encounter God's Love and Seeking His Face
Dr. Tom Curran prays a prayer of distress [Psalm 143,] and reflects on themes, such as: a heart that is numb, an enemy that pursues and encountering God's love. Tom shares several scripture refences about seeking God's face and talks about his new book project.
S4 Ep 198November 12 -Be Aglow With the Spirit w/ Rev. Cal Christiansen
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Rev. Cal Christiansen, pastor of 3 parishes in the Seattle Archdiocese in Washington State, about the concepts of journey, anniversary, healing and renewal. Fr. Cal talks about his vocation story and gives an update on God's work through Western Washington Catholic Charismatic Renewal.
S4 Ep 197November 11 -Ask Father: Fighting the Good Fight! Addressing Political Issues
Dr. Tom Curran asks Father Jeff Lewis about the recent election, the fight against spiritual warfare and the legacy of St. Martin of Tours. Fr. Lewis talks about 3 sources of spiritual warfare: the world, the flesh and the devil.
S4 Ep 196November 8 -Faith and Family: Fostering Sibling Bonds that Continue Into Adulthood
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss an eventful week, Election Night and Tom's 60th birthday. The Currans talk about disruptions in life, conversation-provoking questions, priceless birthday gifts, and strategies for raising kids who live near family as adults.
S4 Ep 195November 6 -Turning 60! My Work: in Retrospect
Dr. Tom Curran celebrates his 60th birthday by sharing insights from Hans Urs von Balthasar's book, My Work: In Retrospect. Tom reflects on teachers, mentors and authors who have made a big impact in his life.
S4 Ep 194November 5 -Election Day! How to Vote as Catholics: Gifts of Humility & Magnanimity
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on Election Day by referencing teachings from St. Thomas Aquinas on two themes: humility and magnanimity. Tom talks about almost missing Mass, a philosophy assignment and learning limits,
S4 Ep 193November 4 -Ask Father: Fake It 'Til You Make It! All Saints Day & Election Day
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis: Are you sensitive to the reality of having to always "be on" as a priest? How should Catholics participate in Halloween and All Saints Day? What's your perspective on the upcoming Election Day?
S4 Ep 192November 1 -Faith and Family: All Hallow's Eve, All Saints Day & Blessing Bags
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share insights on the triduum of All Hallow's Eve, All Saints Day and All Souls Day. The Currans discuss many quotes on striving for the heights and talk about their tradition of dropping off "boo" blessing bags!
S4 Ep 191October 31 -Best-of Sound Insight: Trick-or-Treating & Trespassing
From the Archive! 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]
S4 Ep 190October 30 -How Should Faith Impact YOUR Life? 3 Pillars of Truth
Dr. Tom Curran talks about the three pillars of truth, as referenced in the section of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, titled: Facing Temptations in Prayer. [CCC:2733] Tom talks about sin of sloth, or acedia.
S4 Ep 189October 29 -Fallen Back into Lax "Pre-Camino" Life: Facing Temptations in Prayer
Dr. Tom Curran confesses to living a lax ascetical practice and explores ways to face temptations in prayer, as referenced in the Catechism of the Catholic Church [CCC:2732-2733]
S4 Ep 188October 28 -Ask Father: How to Evangelize Kids, Adults & Families!
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis questions about evangelization. Today's hosts explore strategies for evangelizing children, adults and families.
S4 Ep 187October 25 -Faith and Family: Gift of Divine Appointments
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss "life after the Camino." Tom reflects on a quote from Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein) and talks about four moments in a divine appointment: attentiveness, discernment, interpretation, and response.
S4 Ep 186October 24 -15 Ways to Improve Your Prayer Life
Do you know how to pray? Why is daily prayer important? Dr. Tom Curran gives 15 ways to improve your prayer life. Tom shares insights from his own lived experience and references quotes from saints and scripture.
S4 Ep 185October 23 -Most Famous Teachings by St. Pope JPII
Dr. Tom Curran reflects on insights from famous teachings from St. Pope John Paul II and shares a story of how JPII has personally impacted his own life.
S4 Ep 184October 21 -Best-of Book Club: Our Lady of Guadalupe
From the Archive! 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.
S4 Ep 183October 18 -Jesus I Trust in You: 3 levels of Trust
Dr. Tom Curran explores the message of Divine Mercy and shares three levels of trust: I believe God exists, I believe things about God and I entrust myself to God.
S4 Ep 182October 16 -FINAL Camino Reflections: 12 Most Important Insights
Dr. Tom Curran completes his final reflections on his journey hiking the Camino. Tom shares his 12 most important insights, including: Jesus is The Way, a gracious distraction, just take the next step, pursuit of difficult goods, and more! Watch Tom's Camino journey @MyCatholicFaithTV
S4 Ep 181October 15 -Biggest Surprises | Camino Reflections: After Thoughts
Dr. Tom Curran talks about the biggest surprises on his journey hiking the Camino and shares insights on living the Camino AFTER the Camino. Watch this content and more @MyCatholicFaithTV
S4 Ep 180October 14 –Best-of Ask Father: Sunday Preaching & St. Teresa of Avila
From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Monday Cohosts Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis: How do you prepare for your Sunday homilies? Later in the program, today's hosts reflect on a few quotes from St. Teresa of Jesus.
S4 Ep 179October 11 -Evaluation Day: What Was That All About? Camino Reflections
Dr. Tom Curran evaluates his Camino journey by asking the question: What was that all about?. Tom talks about some obstacles in his route back home from Santiago de Compostela to Spokane, WA. Watch Tom on his Camino Journey @MyCatholicFaithTV
S4 Ep 178October 10 -Completion Day! Entering Into Santiago de Compostela
Dr. Tom Curran finishes his Camino journey with Mass at The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Tom talks about what made him sad, joyful and surprised about completing his final stage. Watch Tom on his Camino Journey @MyCatholicFaithTV
S4 Ep 177October 9 -6 Tips for YOUR journey | Camino Reflections
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on 6 factors that helped him hike his longest distance yet. Tom gives scripture accounts that refence Jesus as "The Way" Watch Tom on his Camino journey @MyCatholicFaithTV
S4 Ep 176October 8 -FINAL WEEK! Camino Reflections | Living with Regret
Dr. Tom Curran enters into the final week of his journey walking the Camino de Santiago and shares stories of more divine appointments with fellow pilgrims. Watch Tom's Camino journey @MyCatholicFaithTV
S4 Ep 175October 7 -Best-of Ask Father: Feast Days in October
From the Archive! 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.
S4 Ep 174October 4 -Damaging Impacts of Pornography | Camino Reflections
Dr. Tom Curran shares a story about more divine appointments, including missing a moment to meet a saint. Tom talks about the damaging impact of pornography on marriages and healing after betrayal. Watch Tom on his Camino journey @MyCatholicFaithTV
S4 Ep 173October 3 -My 10x Life | Camino Reflections
Dr. Tom Curran shares stories and insights from his Camino pilgrimage, including: an update on his 10x goals, fasting from carbs and sugar, hiking before sunrise, and meeting another Sound Insight listener.
S4 Ep 172October 2 -I Have to Keep Walking | Camino Reflections
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on Week 4 of his Camino journey. Tom shares stories about reaching the Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross), going to Mass, fasting on the Camino and injuring his ankle. Watch Tom's Camino journey @MyCatholicFaithTV
S4 Ep 171October 1 -Overcoming Loneliness and Isolation | Camino Reflections
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from his pilgrimage, hiking the Camino de Santiago, the French Way. On this stage of his journey, Tom talks about his conversation with "Mr. D" about feeling lonely, falling away from faith and fearing God. Watch Tom on his Camino journey @MyCatholicFaithTV
S4 Ep 170September 30 -Ask Father: Insights on St. Jerome Quotes
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to share insights on quotes by St. Jerome, Doctor of the Church. Today's hosts discuss themes, such as: the importance of studying scripture, being at peace with oneself, looking at the eyes, ignorance, and more!
S4 Ep 169September 27 -6 Meanings of Penance | Camino Reflections
Dr. Tom Curran reflects on reaching the halfway point of the Camino pilgrimage, the French Way. Tom talks about the six meanings of the word penance: spiritual exercise, to seek forgiveness, address and uproot the cause of sin, reparation, expiation, and solidarity.
S4 Ep 168September 26 -The Pace of Life: Should I Go Home Early? | Camino Reflections
Dr. Tom Curran talks about divine appointment encounters on the Camino: walking 24 miles with another Catholic father and meeting a priest that has read his book on The Mass. Tom discerns the pros and cons of being ahead of schedule and finishing early. Watch Tom on his Camino journey @MyCatholicFaith.tv.
S4 Ep 167September 25 -Thank God for Second Chances | Camino Reflections
Dr. Tom Curran continues to share stories from his pilgrimage, hiking the Camino, related to four different themes: 10x life, seeking His face, penance, and reparation. Watch Tom on his Camino journey @MyCatholicFaith.tv
S4 Ep 166September 24 -Camino Reflections | Am I Naive? Or Just Offended?
Dr. Tom Curran shares reflections from his second week hiking the Camino de Santiago. Tom talks about many divine appointments, both successes and failures. Watch Tom on his Camino journey @MyCatholicFaith.tv
S4 Ep 165September 23 -Ask Father: Reflections on St. Padre Pio Quotes
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to respond to quotes from St. Padre Pio on topics, such as: dealing with anxiety, prayer as a weapon, taking small steps, and more! Fr. Nagel shares reflections from his visit to Pietrelcina, Italy, hometown of Padre Pio.
S4 Ep 164September 17 -NOT WORTH What it Cost $$$ | Camino Reflections Week 2
Dr. Tom Curran shares reflections from many stages on his pilgrimage hiking the Camino. Tom talks about seeking the face of Christ, the gift of hospitality and the stewardship of relationships. Follow Tom's pilgrim journey on the Camino @MyCatholicFaithTV
S4 Ep 163September 16 -Ask Father: Unexpected St. Robert Bellarmine Quotes!
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to respond to unexpected quotes by St. Robert Bellarmine. Today's hosts discuss themes, such as: love, "having it all," The Last Judgement, and more!
S4 Ep 162September 13 -Fr. John Riccardo Q& A: Holy Spirit Talk 7
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from a previous Q & A interview session with Fr. John Riccardo and airs the final talk in his series on the Holy Spirit.
S4 Ep 161September 12 -Divine Appointment on the Camino: Holy Spirit Talk 6
Dr. Tom Curran shares a story about a divine appointment on the Camino and shares the next talk in his series about the Holy Spirit. Follow Tom on his journey hiking the Camino @mycatholicfaithtv
S4 Ep 160September 11 -Don't Carry Your Burdens! Camino Reflection: Holy Spirit Talk 5
Dr. Tom Curran shares another reflection from the Camino and shares the next talk in his series about the Holy Spirit. Follow Tom on his journey hiking the Camino @mycatholicfaithtv
S4 Ep 159September 10 -Quick Camino Update: Holy Spirit Talk 4
Dr. Tom Curran updates listeners on his pilgrimage hiking the Camino and shares the next talk in his series about the Holy Spirit. Follow Tom on his journey hiking the Camino @mycatholicfaithtv
S4 Ep 158September 9 -Ask Father: St. John Chrysostom Quotes
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to reflect on quotes from St. John Chrysostom on themes, such as: cheerfulness, Christ in the beggar, shameless repentance, evangelization, gratitude, and more!
S4 Ep 157September 6 -Caught Off Guard & Brought to Tears! Camino Reflections: Holy Spirit Talk 3
Dr. Tom Curran shares recent stories from his recent days walking the Camino: the situation that caused him to cry and a rare encounter with another Catholic pilgrim. Later in the program, continues his talk series on the Power of the Holy Spirit. Follow Tom on his Camino pilgrimage @mycatholicfaith.tv
S4 Ep 156September 5 -Hiking the Camino Reflections: 4 Meanings of Walking on "The Way"
Dr. Tom Curran talks about 4 of walking: pilgrimage, procession, departure/arrival and a way. Tom talks about the difference of hiking vs. walking the Camino and talks about the ugly reality of not respecting one's limits.
S4 Ep 155September 4 -I Met the Enemy & a Guardian Angel: Week 1 Hiking the Camino Recap
Dr. Tom Curran gives a recap of Week 1 of his 33 day pilgrimage hiking the Camino de Santiago. Tom talks about themes that are showing up on his pilgrimage: at an inflection point and trust "the way." Follow Tom on his Camino journey! @mycatholicfaithtv
S4 Ep 154September 3 -Camino Week 1 Recap: Dr. Bill Lile ( AKA ProLife Doc) Interview
Dr. Tom Curran gives listeners a quick update on his pilgrimage hiking the Camino and shares an interview with Dr. William Lile, the ProLife Doc. Find an upcoming event with Dr. Bill Lile near you!
S4 Ep 153September 2 -Ask Father: 6 Stages of Marriage (Part 4) Empty Nesters & Broken Marriages
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis continue their discussion on 6 stages in marriage. Tom asks Fr. Lewis: Can public schools be an option for Catholic families? How do you help families discern a path for high school graduates and a new mission for empty-nesters?
S4 Ep 152August 30 -4 Reasons Why I am Hiking the Camino de Santiago
Dr. Tom Curran continues his 33 day pilgrimage hiking the Camino de Santiago. Tom talks about the 4 reasons why he is hiking the Camino and shares insights on the devotion to the Holy Face. Follow Tom on his Camino journey! @mycatholicfaithtv
S4 Ep 151August 29 -What in the World am I Doing? Hiking the Camino: 10x Life
Dr. Tom Curran starts his 33 Day Camino journey, as part of his 90 day goal toward living a 10x Life. Tom lists all the reasons why he should NOT be hiking the Camino and explains the obstacles in his way. Follow Tom on his Camino! @MyCatholicFaithTV