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S4 Ep 147August 23 -5 Meanings of The Holy Face Devotion

Dr. Tom Curran continues to train for his upcoming pilgrimage, hiking the Camino de Santiago. Tom shares insights on 5 themes related to the devotion to The Holy Face: personalization, spiritual attack, intercession, conduit of signs/wonders, and inculturation.

Aug 29, 202455 min

S4 Ep 150August 28 -Camino Insights on Backpack & Flight: Power of the Holy Spirit Talk 2

Dr. Tom Curran shares his first insight on hiking the Camino: switching out his backpack and a flight delay. Tom continues to stream the multi-talk series on The Power of the Holy Spirit.

Aug 28, 202454 min

S4 Ep 149August 27 -Arrived In France! Holy Spirit Talk 1

Dr. Tom Curran travels to France to begin his Camino pilgrimage. Tom shares reflections from a previous interview with Fr. John Riccardo and streams the first talk in a multi-part series on the Power of the Holy Spirit.

Aug 28, 202455 min

S4 Ep 148August 26 -Ask Father: 6 Stages of Marriage (Part 3) Raising a Family

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis questions: What does it mean that Mary was assumed into heaven? What happened when Enoch and Elijah died? Who is Venerable Leo Dupont? Today’s hosts continue to discuss 6 stages in marriage; picking up on stage 3, family-raising stage!

Aug 27, 202455 min

S4 Ep 146August 22 -Queenship of Mary and The Holy Face

Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from The Golden Arrow: The Revelations of Sr. Mary of St. Peter. (Tan Books) Tom talks about making acts of reparation for blasphemy and the need for that today!

Aug 22, 202455 min

S4 Ep 145August 20 -Pay Attention to the Signs! Significance of the Passage of Time

Dr. Tom Curran continues to train for his upcoming pilgrimage as he walks and talks about the significance of the passage of time. Tom shares stories about paying attention to signs, making a pilgrimage, the Holy Face devotion, and more!

Aug 20, 202455 min

S4 Ep 144August 19 -Ask Father: Build Something! 6 Stages of Marriage (Part 2)

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis questions about: teen dating, marrying non-Catholics, advice for newlyweds, and the "non-negotiables." Today’s hosts continue to discuss 6 stages in marriage.

Aug 19, 202455 min

S4 Ep 143August 16 -Don’t Doubt! God has Designed YOUR Life

Dr. Tom Curran walks with his listeners throughout the program, in training for his upcoming pilgrimage, and testifies to the work of reparation through The Holy Face devotion.

Aug 16, 202455 min

S4 Ep 142August 15 -Best-of Archive: What DID Mary Know? Feast of the Assumption

From the Archive! 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.

Aug 15, 202459 min

S4 Ep 141August 14 -Walk With Me! Uncover the Pilgrim Quality of YOUR Life

Dr. Tom Curran practices walking and talking as he trains for his upcoming pilgrimage, The Camino de Santiago. Tom reflects on the concepts of pilgrim, journey, home and companion.

Aug 14, 202455 min

S4 Ep 140August 12 -Ask Father: 6 Stages of Marriage (Part 1)

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis for marriage counseling help! Today’s hosts begin to discuss 6 stages in marriage: preparing for marriage, the newlywed stage, family stage, grandparent stage, the later years stage, and the circumstance of divorce/annulment.

Aug 12, 202455 min

S4 Ep 139August 9 -Faith and Family: The Pace of Life! The Gift of Walking Together in Marriage

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran take a walk and reflect on 30 years of marriage, in preparation for walking The Camino. The Currans discuss the habit of walking, the pace of life and important conversations in courtship and marriage.

Aug 9, 202455 min

S4 Ep 138August 8 -Striking Witness! Profession of Perpetual Vows

Dr. Tom Curran reflects on the Feasts of Our Lady of the Snows, St. Dominic, Transfiguration and more! Tom reflects on witnessing the profession of perpetual vows to the consecrated life of religious sisters.

Aug 8, 202455 min

S4 Ep 137August 7 -I Believe in YOU! Sacrament of Matrimony: Honoring Rev. Tom Vandenberg

Dr. Tom Curran honors Rev. Tom Vandernberg, recently deceased priest of the Archdiocese of Seattle, by sharing a past interview with Fr. Tom on his book Rediscovering a Pearl of Great Price: The Surprising Sacrament of Matrimony.

Aug 7, 202455 min

S4 Ep 136August 6 -Follow Up! The Secret of the Holy Face (Part 2): Fr. Lawrence Carney Interview

Dr. Tom Curran follows up with Fr. Lawrence Carney after his first interview about his book The Secret of the Holy Face: The Devotion Destined to Save Society. (tanbooks.com) Hear testimonies about how the Devotion to The Holy Face is lived out daily!

Aug 6, 202457 min

S4 Ep 135August 5 -Ask Father: Strong Preaching & Easy Penance? St John Vianney Insights

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel about the life and legacy of St John Vianney: holiness, strong preaching, easy penance, and spiritual protection.

Aug 5, 202455 min

S4 Ep 134August 2 -Faith and Family: Better Than I Thought! Family Reunion

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share insights from early morning walks as a couple and give tips on planning a faith-filled, family retreat. The Currans share stories from their recent family reunion, both the mishaps and successes!

Aug 5, 202455 min

S4 Ep 133July 31 -Being Spit On, Nun vs. Sister & The Habit w/ Sr. Mary Eucharista

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMC, Spiritual Director at Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, to discuss: being spit on, the difference between a nun vs. sister, the meaning of wearing the habit, hiking the Camino, and more! Register for a retreat at Immaculate Heart Retreat Center.

Aug 1, 202455 min

S4 Ep 132July 30 -Pray and Act! Dynamic of Martha and Mary

Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on the dynamic of Martha, Mary and Lazarus in scripture. Tom gives practical examples of the “Martha vs. Mary” moment in daily life and reflects on the complementarity of prayer and action!

Jul 30, 202455 min

S4 Ep 131July 29 -Best-of Ask Father: Favorite Feast Days

From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis: What's your favorite month for saint feast days? Today's hosts discuss upcoming Feasts of St. John Vianney, Dedication of St. Mary Major, Transfiguration, St. Dominic, and more!

Jul 29, 202455 min

S4 Ep 130July 26 -Fresh Fire! Experience the Holy Spirit w/ Brendan Case

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Brendan Case, Founding-Servant of the Companions of the Holy Spirit, to testify to experiencing the person and gifts of the Holy Spirit! Join Brendan Case at an Upcoming Retreat in the Pacific Northwest.

Jul 26, 202455 min

S4 Ep 129July 25 -National Eucharistic Congress Recap! Interview w/ Sr. Colleen

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Sister Colleen, Poor Clare Nun in the Franciscan Monastery of Saint Clare in Spokane, Washington. Sr. Colleen shares her testimony of participating in the National Eucharistic Congress 2024 in Indianapolis.

Jul 26, 202455 min

S4 Ep 128July 24 - Encounter School of Ministry w/Fr. Chrysostom Mijinke, O.P.

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. Chrysostom Mijinke, O.P., Assistant Director of the Newman Center at University of Washington. Fr. Chrysostom testifies to the work of the Holy Spirit, through Encounter School of Ministry Seattle Campus.

Jul 24, 202455 min

S4 Ep 127July 23 - Theology of the Body w/ Brendan McCauley

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Brendan McCauley, President & Co-Founder of Humanum Project, writer, and international speaker for the Theology of the Body Institute. Join Brendan McCauley at an upcoming TOB retreat. (ihrc.net)

Jul 23, 202455 min

S4 Ep 126July 22 -Ask Father: Forward Movement! Procession, Pilgrimage & Prayer

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis questions about the National Eucharistic Congress processions, making a pilgrimage, the purpose of prayer, and more! Hear insights on The Wellsprings of Prayer, as referenced in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. [CCC: 2652]

Jul 22, 202459 min

S4 Ep 125July 19 -Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius: Fr. JK Adams, S.J.

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. JK Adams, S.J. about the graces of the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius Loyola and the concept of being a “contemplative in action.” Join Fr. JK Adams at an upcoming 8 -Day Ignatian retreat! (IHRC.net)

Jul 19, 202455 min

S4 Ep 124July 16 -Prepare WELL to Take Action: Not Business as Usual

In honor of the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on carmelite themes, such as: being on a journey and going out “into the deep.” (Luke: 5) Tom talks about his 40 day preparation strategy for walking the Camino de Santiago.

Jul 16, 202455 min

S4 Ep 123July 15 -Ask Father: Viganò Excommunication, Political Division, Trusted News Sources

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis questions about news within the Catholic Church: Who can be a spiritual director? Why was Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò excommunicated? Why is there so much political division? Where do you find accurate news sources?

Jul 15, 202455 min

S4 Ep 122July 12 -Faith and Family: Parenting College-Aged Kids During Summer Break

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran reflect on parenting teens and college-aged kids during Summer Break. The Currans reflect back on their successes and failures in teaching lessons and habits to their children.

Jul 12, 202455 min

S4 Ep 121July 11 -Why Did the Great Jubilee Year Fail? Infidelity, Inconsistency & Slowness to Act

Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on the call of the great Jubilee Year of 2000 and the work of Pope John Paul II. Did we miss the moment of grace? Tom talks about 3 diversions away from renewal in the Church: infidelity, inconsistency and slowness to act

Jul 11, 202455 min

S4 Ep 120July 10 -The Stigmata and YOUR LIFE

What is the stigmata? Why do some people experience it? Are there any stigmatists alive today? Dr. Tom Curran talks about the stigmata, in honor of the Feast of St. Veronica Giuliani.

Jul 10, 202455 min

S4 Ep 119July 9 -LIVE DISCERNMENT! Making a Big Decision

Dr. Tom Curran discerns making a big decision on the program with listeners. Do you feel a prompting by the Holy Spirit? Tom talks about how to discern and obey a call from the Lord to take action.

Jul 9, 202455 min

S4 Ep 118July 8 -Best-of Ask Father: 5 Practices to Grow in Holiness

From the Archive! 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.

Jul 9, 202455 min

S4 Ep 117July 5 -A Missed Opportunity! Overcome Human Weakness

Dr. Tom Curran shares reflections from his 4th of July vacation to Lake Chelan, Wa, and Spokane Hoopfest. Tom talks about the pollution of noise, the odor of camping, the gift of vacating, and more!

Jul 5, 202455 min

S4 Ep 116July 4 -Become a Saint, YES YOU! Sr. Mary Eucharista Interview

Dr. Tom Curran and Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMC, share insights on the call to become a saint and how to prepare young people for obstacles working against those striving for holiness. Check out upcoming events at the Immaculate Heart Retreat Center.

Jul 5, 202455 min

S4 Ep 115July 3 -The Secret of the Holy Face: Fr. Lawrence Carney Interview

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. Lawrence Carney about his book The Secret of the Holy Face: The Devotion Destined to Save Society. (tanbooks.com) Fr. Lawrence talks about what the devotion to the Holy Face looks like and how the devotion is lived out daily.

Jul 4, 202457 min

S4 Ep 114July 2 -I Had to Go: Showing Up Matters

Dr. Tom Curran reflects on inspiring insights from the recent funeral mass for Bob Gunderson. Tom talks about the virtue of magnificence and the impact of a legacy.

Jul 2, 202455 min

S4 Ep 113July 1 -Best-of Ask Father: Here I am, BUT Where is God?

From the archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Father Kurt Nagel: What is the purpose of Quo Vadis Days? I can’t hear God’s voice, is that normal? How does one discern a call from God when faith becomes dry?

Jul 1, 202455 min

S4 Ep 112June 27 -Here I Am, Lord: Humility and Obedience

Dr. Tom Curran shares practical stories of daily life about growing in humility and obedience to the Lord. Tom gives tips for how to evangelize a neighbor and pray for spiritual protection over a hotel room when traveling.

Jun 27, 202455 min

S4 Ep 111June 25 -Living a Poured Out Life: Honoring the Legacy of Brian O’Rourk

Dr. Tom Curran shares insights about events connected to the life and tragic death of Brian O’Rourk, founding board member for the Chesterton Academy of Notre Dame in Spokane, WA. Tom proposes a powerful question to ponder at the end of any stage in life: What was that all about?

Jun 25, 202455 min

S4 Ep 110June 24 -Ask Father: Do Priests Get Summer Break?

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis questions about this season in life: How do priests spend their summer? Why should young people go to a Steubenville Youth Conference? What does it mean to pray “Our Father?”

Jun 25, 202454 min

S4 Ep 109June 21 -Faith and Family: Testimony of Young Adult Catholic Men

Dr. Tom Curran asks his two sons, John Mark and John Luke, questions about their first year in college: How did you experience the presence of God? What was the most surprising thing about college life? What was your biggest disappointment about college life? What’s it like being back home for summer break?

Jun 21, 202455 min

S4 Ep 108June 20 -Bob Gunderson Testimony: God’s Word is Living and ACTIVE (Part 2)

Dr. Tom Curran honors Bob Gunderson by reflecting on the impact of his life and work with Sacred Heart Radio. Tom continues to share insights and stories of encountering God’s word in everyday life situations.

Jun 20, 202455 min

S4 Ep 107June 18 -You Just Don’t Get it! God’s Word is Living and ACTIVE

Tom explores insights from Hebrews 4:12 about “the word of God is living and effective.” What should we expect when we read the bible? Do you hear God speak when you read scripture? If not, why not? Tom testifies to encountering God’s word in everyday life situations.

Jun 18, 202455 min

S4 Ep 106June 17 -Best-of Archive: Bad Fathers are the Worst! Fulton Sheen Quotes on Fatherhood

Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel, Fr. Jim Northrop and Pam Gunderson to discuss the gift of spiritual fatherhood and quotes by Venerable Fulton Sheen on the priesthood. ***Today's program is a Best-Of Edition of Sound Insight - program may contain some past references, Enjoy!

Jun 17, 202454 min

S4 Ep 105June 14 - Caught versus Taught: 10 Traits of a GREAT Catholic Dad

Dr. Tom Curran talks about how to be a great Catholic Dad: be holy, love your wife, be a spiritual leader, be a mentor, be patient, have self control, live with integrity, be a provider, have humility, and surrender.

Jun 14, 202455 min

S4 Ep 104June 13 -A Rosary for Brian O’Rourk: Praying in Time of Agony

Dr. Tom Curran prays the Rosary for the repose of the soul of Brian O’Rourk, for all those who died a sudden, tragic death and for the families who mourn them. Tom testifies to the intercession of St. Anthony of Padua.

Jun 14, 202455 min

S4 Ep 103June 12 -Ten Questions for a Catholic Radio Host

Dr. Tom Curran answers the most common questions he gets from listeners of Sound Insight Radio. Tom recollects his first time on-air and shares stories about memorable radio moments and interviews.

Jun 13, 202455 min

S4 Ep 102June 11 -Redemption! Perseverance and Prudence

Dr. Tom Curran shares four stories of redemption: Fr. Petrus Pavlicek’s Rosary Crusade of Reparation, getting scammed online/ trading up, Baccalaureate Mass at Chesterton Academy, and a dinner table discussion about Jesus being forsaken by God.

Jun 11, 202455 min

S4 Ep 101June 10 -Best-of Ask Father: Why Not? Holy Days, Catholic Education & Eucharistic Adoration

From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis: Why are some solemnities not holy days of obligation? What’s the secret to running a fruitful Catholic school? What’s the impact on a soul during Eucharistic Adoration?

Jun 11, 202455 min