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Dr. Tom Curran Podcast

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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.

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S6 · E207
Today · 55 min
November 11 -Best-of Archive: Backwards & Inside Out! Piety and the 4 Last Things
From the archive! Dr. Tom Curran talks about the importance of the virtue of piety and the study of eschatology: death, judgment, heaven and hell. Tom shares a humiliating story and other recent experiences.
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Tuesday · 55 min
November 10 -Dedication of the Lateran Basilica: The Significance of Consecrated Spaces w/ Fr. Patrick Smith
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC, testify to the significance of consecrated spaces. Today’s hosts honor the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica and share memories from growing up, receiving sacraments, attending seminary in Rome, and more.
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Monday · 56 min
November 9 -Best-of Ask Father: What’s Great about St. Leo? Responding to Today’s Challenges
From the archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel: Who are the inspirations behind the name choices of Pope John Paul II, Pope Francis and Pope Leo XIV? What is notable about Pope Leo XIV’s papacy so far? Fr. Nagel explains what was great about St. Leo the Great and reflects on quotes from his papacy.
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Friday · 56 min
November 6 -Best-of Faith and Family: From Disruption to Discipleship
From the archive! Dr. Tom and Kari Curran explore four concepts of discipleship: disruption, desire, desperation and dynamism. The Currans testify to moments of gracious disruption in their own lives and the importance of an encounter with God.
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November 5 · 54 min
November 5 -Do You Wonder? Questions to Ponder: Screen-Free Activity For Families
Dr. Tom Curran asks and answers thought-provoking questions live as he takes his walk. Tom explores the gift of wonder and the process of pondering philosophical questions. Questions to Ponder: In regards to daylight savings, would you rather have an extra hour of light applied to the morning or evening? What childhood tragedy, perhaps, turned out to be a blessing? Who is someone in your life who has made you who you are today? Whom do you know who appears pitiable from a worldly perspective, yet will be elevated in heaven?
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November 4 · 55 min
November 4 -What is at Stake? What to do About It? Eschatology: Death & Judgement
Dr. Tom Curran talks about how to prepare your family for unexpected tragedies and expected life-transitions. Tom explores the transition from the go-go years, to retirement years, to death and judgement.
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November 3 · 55 min
November 3 -Run the Race, Pass the Baton: Feasts of All Saints & All Souls w/ Fr. Patrick Smith
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC, share insights on All Saints Day and All Souls Day. Fr. Pat tells the story of a family tragedy and testifies to life out of death.
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November 3 · 53 min
November 2 -Best-of Ask Father: What Are All Saints Day & All Souls All Day About?
From the archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis: What’s your favorite holy day of obligation? What memories do you have of All Saints Day? And, How old will we be in heaven? Today's hosts explain the concepts of relics, incorrupt saints and The Church Suffering.
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November 2 · 54 min
October 29 -Renew Your Mind! Challenging Catechism Quotes
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on quotes from the Catechism of the Catholic Church. (Vatican.va) Tom explores themes, such as: The final trial/ YOUR final trial, differences of distribution of talents, detachment of riches, duties of parents, and more. References: The Church’s Ultimate Trial (CCC:675) Equality and Differences Among Men (CCC:1936-1938) Intentional Homicide (CCC:2269) Love For the Poor (CCC:2446) Poverty of Heart (CCC:2544) Christian Holiness (CCC:2015) The Battle of Prayer (CCC:2725) The Duties of Parents (CCC:2222, 2223, 2230)
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November 2 · 55 min
October 30th -Best-of Faith and Family: Spiritual Warfare Attacks on Moms
From the archive! Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share more insights on fasting: the purpose, the requirements and the effects. Tom explores the tactics of the enemy on the intellect, imagination and memory. Kari reflects on the common spiritual attacks on mothers.
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October 28 · 55 min
October 28 -What’s at Stake? LIVE Discernment: Test, Reflect & Don't Force It!
Dr. Tom Curran explores another question for discernment: What’s at stake? Tom shares a morning offering prayer and explores many principles to help with discernment: contact, communication and communion. Morning Offering Prayer: God You are God, I am not Lord, this is my heart’s desire Shepherd me Lord, I will follow
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October 27 · 55 min
October 27 -Lord, Is This You? LIVE Discernment: The Camino, AI & 10X Life
Dr. Tom Curran discerns the questions: How should I spend the time that remains? What are the gaps in my life? Am I on the right path? Tom prays for a “Ten Gold Coin Life.”
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October 27 · 54 min
October 26 -Ask Father: Be Silent, Trust & Wait! Are We Waiting on God? Is God Waiting on Us?
Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel questions related to the theme of contemplation, such as: Are we waiting on God or is God waiting on us? Why is it important to pursue contemplation? How can we foster a spirit of silence, solitude and simplicity? Today’s hosts reflect on insights from Isaiah 30: 15-18 about waiting on the Lord with trust.
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October 27 · 54 min
October 23 -Best-of Faith and Family: Know Thy Self! 7 Popular Apps & 7 Deadly Sins
From the archive! Dr. Tom and Kari Curran assign popular apps to the seven deadly sins and discuss the impact of dopamine. The Currans reflect on the positive and negative motivations of working out and explore the important principle of knowing thyself.
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October 22 · 53 min
October 22 - Make a Difference! YES to Education Tax Credits w/ Rep. Mike Baumgartner: NO to Prop 1 w/ Dr. Katherine Aberle, MD
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Congressman Michael Baumgartner, Representative of the 5th district of Washington, about the Federal Education Tax Credit and other ethical concerns about current legislation. Later in the program, Tom interviews Dr. Katherine Aberle, MD, to explain her professional perspective on major objections to Idaho Proposition 1.
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October 22 · 55 min
October 21 -Best-of Sound Insight: The Precious Gift of Old Age w/ Michael J. Lichens
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.
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October 20 · 55 min
October 20 -How to Interpret Scripture w/ Curtis Mitch: Ignatius Catholic Study Bible
From the archive! Dr. Tom Curran interviews Curtis Mitch, Bible Projects Managing Editor and Associate Professor of Sacred Scripture at Augustine Institute. Curtis talks about his experience co-authoring the Ignatius Catholic Study Bible: Old and New Testaments and teaches how to read and interpret scripture. (Original Run Date: 10/22/2025)
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October 20 · 54 min
October 19 -Best-of Ask Father: Which Theologians, Authors & Saints Form YOUR Mind?
From the archive! Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Kurt Nagel answer the questions: Which authors have formed your mind? Which saints do you seek intercession from in your current situation and stage in life? Which theologians have shaped your faith and mission?
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October 16 · 54 min
October 16- So Much Wasted Time: 20 Scriptures that WILL Change Your Life! (Part 7)
Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from Mark 8: 34-38, as part of his multi-program series on 20 life-changing scripture passages. Tom talks about discerning the best use of time, talent and treasure in different seasons in his life, such as: exiting the seminary, changing career paths and transitioning into retirement. (Original Run Date: 06/24/2025) Tom’s List of Life-Changing Scripture Passages He summoned the crowd with his disciples and said to them, “Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me. For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake and that of the gospel will save it. What profit is there for one to gain the whole world and forfeit his life? What could one give in exchange for his life? Whoever is ashamed of me and of my words in this faithless and sinful generation, the Son of Man will be ashamed of when he comes in his Father’s glory with the holy angels.” (Mark 8: 34-38) or (Luke 9: 23-27)
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October 15 · 54 min
October 15 -Defend the Truth, Defend the Faith! Our Catholic Calling w/ Fr. Wade L.J. Menezes, CPM
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. Wade Menezes, EWTN author and host of Open Line Tuesday, about the gift of Catholic radio and the call for Catholics to defend the truth. Tom reflects on quotes by St. Teresa of Avila on themes, such as: how to respond to division within the church/world, choosing simplicity over complexity, bearing the greatest trials, fasting, and more! Join Fr. Wade Menezes and Tom Curran at Sacred Heart Radio’s 25 Year Anniversary Dinner

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