Dr. Tom Curran Podcast
Religion & Spirituality Podcas
Weekday Podcast from Dr. Tom Curran to awaken, unearth, and explore the riches of our Catholic Faith! Dr. Curran received his PhD in systematic theology from the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., a graduate degree in theology from the Gregorian University in Rome, and has an undergraduate degree in philosophy. For over 15 years Dr. Curran has been the host of a Catholic weekday radio show and podcast that airs on more than 10 stations and reaches tens of thousands of Catholics online. Dr. Curran is the author of five books including The Mass: Four Encounters with Jesus That Will Change Your Life, which was listed on Top 10 Catholic Bestseller List. As a speaker, Dr. Curran has given over 2000 presentations to more than 350,000 people in 35 states and 6 countries. He specializes in many topics, including the Sacraments, marriage and family, evangelization, and the Holy Spirit. Tom lives in Eastern Washington with his wife, Kari, and their nine children.
Location:
United States
Description:
Weekday Podcast from Dr. Tom Curran to awaken, unearth, and explore the riches of our Catholic Faith! Dr. Curran received his PhD in systematic theology from the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., a graduate degree in theology from the Gregorian University in Rome, and has an undergraduate degree in philosophy. For over 15 years Dr. Curran has been the host of a Catholic weekday radio show and podcast that airs on more than 10 stations and reaches tens of thousands of Catholics online. Dr. Curran is the author of five books including The Mass: Four Encounters with Jesus That Will Change Your Life, which was listed on Top 10 Catholic Bestseller List. As a speaker, Dr. Curran has given over 2000 presentations to more than 350,000 people in 35 states and 6 countries. He specializes in many topics, including the Sacraments, marriage and family, evangelization, and the Holy Spirit. Tom lives in Eastern Washington with his wife, Kari, and their nine children.
Language:
English
Episodes
May 22 -Best-of Archive: Be Radically Available! Daily Practices for Wisdom and Courage
5/23/2024
Dr. Tom Curran gives practical, daily examples of how to be salt, light and leaven in the world. Tom shares insights from Bishop Thomas Daly on two gifts of the Holy Spirit, wisdom and courage.
Duration:00:53:53
May 21 -Best-of Archive: What Am I Missing? Recover the Fervor of Pentecost
5/21/2024
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]
Duration:00:54:08
May 17 -Faith and Family: Parenting Young Adult Children Home from Summer Break
5/19/2024
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about how to help young adult children set goals for summer break, such as: cleaning up, making money, working out, and discerning the next step in their life! The Currans discuss how to motivate the many different personality temperaments .
Duration:00:55:28
May 16 -Shape Your Mind: Insights from Paradoxes of Faith by Henri De Lubac
5/16/2024
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from a book that has shaped his mind as a systematic theologian, Paradoxes of Faith by Henri De Lubac. Tom talks about examples of paradoxes in faith: Is Christ God or Man? Lion or Lamb? Priest or Victim? Yes!
Duration:00:54:42
May 15 -What God Wills for YOU Right Now! Initiative, Gratitude, Generosity
5/15/2024
Dr. Tom Curran shares stories about God’s providential will in the now moment, inspired by He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek. Tom explores how to discern God’s plan in your life and gives standard guidelines for young adults home for the summer.
Duration:00:55:07
May 13 -Ask Father: Marian Devotions, Novenas & Choosing a Path to Sainthood
5/13/2024
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis: Do you honor any novenas or Marian devotions? How do you help young men discern if God’s calling them to the priesthood? Does God give people an option to choose our vocation?
Duration:00:54:34
May 10 -The Gift of Wisdom: I’m Not Religious, but Spiritual
5/11/2024
Dr. Tom Curran addresses a common response: “I’m not religious, but spiritual.” Tom shares a few more insights on understanding God’s will from the book, He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J.
Duration:00:55:27
May 9 -Best-of Archive: Paths of the Church, Insights from St. Pope Paul VI
5/11/2024
Dr. Tom Curran explores statistics about “high performers” and shares insights from Pope Paul VI on Three Paths of the Church. (ECCLESIAM SUAM ENCYCLICAL OF POPE PAUL VI ON THE CHURCH AUGUST 6, 1964)
Duration:00:53:06
May 8 -Best-of Archive: The Difference Maker! Prepare for Pentecost Novena
5/8/2024
Dr. Tom Curran talks about how and WHY to pray for a deeper release of the Holy Spirit. Tom testifies to experiencing a personal Pentecost and talks about the Pentecost Novena. (praymorenovenas.com)
Duration:00:53:28
May 7 -Best-of Archive: Mary is a Cool Mom! Sr. Mary Eucharista Interview
5/7/2024
Do you have knots in your life? Dr. Tom Curran and Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMC, share insights on the mothering of Mary and pray with listeners for the untying of knots right now! Check out upcoming events at the Immaculate Heart Retreat Center,
Duration:00:52:30
May 6 -Sacred Heart Book Club: He Leadeth Me
5/6/2024
Dr. Tom Curran, Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss the Sacred Heart Book Club selection He Leadeth Me: An Extraordinary Testament of Faith by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J.
Duration:00:55:19
May 5 -Best-of Book Club: With God in Russia
5/6/2024
From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Pam Gunderson for a Sacred Heart Book Club Edition of Sound Insight to discuss the book With God in Russia by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J.
Duration:00:54:10
May 3 -Faith and Family: Are You Living a Humdrum Life?
5/6/2024
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights for married couples and parents on trusting in God’s providence for family life, as inspired by He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J. Tom prays with listeners undergoing desperate family circumstances.
Duration:00:55:29
April 30 -Trust in God’s Providence, He Will NOT Let You Be Deceived!
4/30/2024
Dr. Tom Curran shares MORE insights from He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J. and gives practical examples of trusting in God's providence. Tom prays a morning offering with listeners and continues his reflections on St. Catherine of Siena.
Duration:00:55:40
April 29 -Ask Father: Why Aren't We On Fire? Quotes of St. Catherine of Siena
4/29/2024
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis: how has your patron saint interceded in your life? What are your first thoughts on He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J? Have you heard the news about St. Augustine Institute? (National Catholic Reporter) What are your favorite insights on the life of St. Catherine of Siena?
Duration:00:55:15
April 26 -Faith, Science, & Beauty in the Stars w/Brother Guy Consolmagno, SJ
4/26/2024
Dr. Tom Curran interviews "The Pope's Astronomer,” Brother Guy Consolmagno SJ,Director of the Vatican Observatory, to discuss misconceptions about Galileo and the history of the Catholic Church on scientific research and discoveries.
Duration:00:55:28
April 25 -Flow Through the Day: Obeying God's Will to Endure Terrible Situations
4/25/2024
Dr. Tom Curran gives practical tips for living life day-to-day as a disciple of Christ, inspired by Fr. Walter Ciszek’s book He Leadeth Me. Tom also references correlating insights from The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection and Abandonment to Divine Providence by Fr. Jean-Pierre de Caussade.
Duration:00:55:38
April 24 -Read This Book! He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J.
4/24/2024
Dr. Tom Curran shares several insights about “The Apostolate” from the book, He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J. (Ignatius Press) Sacred Heart Book Club episode coming soon!
Duration:00:55:32
April 23 -The Forgotten Impact of Music: Interview w/ Composer Eric Genuis
4/23/2024
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Composer Eric Genuis about the positive (and negative) impact of music and his ministry of bringing beautiful music to schools, churches, cities and prisons. Get More Information about the Eric Genuis Benefit Concert for Chesterton Academy!
Duration:00:55:36
April 19 -Faith and Family: The “Informal” Ministry of Marriage, You Are Not Alone!
4/20/2024
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss advice they give to younger married couples and advice they seek from older married couples! What responsibility do Catholic married couples have to minister to other couples? The Currans give tips for marriage ministry.
Duration:00:55:30