Dr. Tom Curran Podcast

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC, share insights on the theology of walking, the life of a pilgrim, the significance of the 4th watch, and making a pilgrimage vs. touring a holy place. Tom continues to explain details on his at-home Camino pilgrimage.

From the archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to reflect on quotes from St. Gregory the Great on many topics, such as: respect, obedience, the duty of pastors, holy fear, and more!

Dr. Tom Curran continues to highlight important traditions in the Catholic Church that have been diminished over the past 60 years and explains his at-home Camino pilgrimage. Tom explores insights from The Soul's Journey into God by St. Bonaventure on love for Christ, as motivation for doing penance. Reference Passage: All sinners were the authors of Christ's Passion, Catechism of the Catholic Chu...

Tom gives practical details on how to make an at-home Camino pilgrimage, including: how long to walk per day, how many days to walk and how to pray while walking. Tom encourages listeners to hike The Camino at home and shares insights on the benefits of taking a long walk, making acts of penance, living a pilgrim’s life, and interceding in prayer for others. Send your Prayer Intentions to Tom Curr...

Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from the romantic comedy film, Eternity . (2005) Tom discusses themes, such as: comfortable dissipation / effeminacy, the after life, external vs. internal happiness, and more. Tom talks about how to pray, in preparation for death and eternal life.

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to respond to several quotes by saints, such as: St. Bernard of Clairvaux, St. Pius X and St. Rose of Lima. Tom talks about developing an at-home penitential pilgrimage, inspired by hiking The Camino de Santiago. Fr. Nagel shares insights on the secret of life, the ultimate end, the challenge of modernism, and the danger of unregulated curiosity. Referenced Book:...

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Jesse Romero, Catholic author and speaker, about his decades of experience evangelizing men and unconverted Catholics. Jesse talks about today’s challenges, including: effeminacy, spiritual warfare, lack of formation, lack of fatherhood, and more. Tom asks Jesse Romero: Who made the biggest impact on forming your faith growing up? How did your experience as a LA County Sh...

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Mary O’Regan, Author of the book Padre Pio and You: An Epic Story of Spiritual Fatherhood , about St. Padre Pio inspired daily practices to grow your spiritual life. Get your copy of the book! (Sophia Institute Press) Listen to More Podcast Interview with Mary O’Regan: April 22 -Never-Before-Heard insights! Padre Pio and You: Mary O’Regan Interview (Part 1) April 24 -Beco...

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC , share insights from the Catechism of the Catholic Church on topics, such as: the purpose of life, God’s pursuit of man, our capacity for God, the Last Judgment, and more.

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel: Why doesn’t the church expect Catholics to attend Mass when a Holy Day falls on a Saturday? What’s special about the role of Queen Mother? What are admirable pursuits? Today’s hosts reflect on the Feast of St. Maximilian Kolbe and the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share more insights for creating a family reunion, including giving tips for activities and games for all generations. The Currans celebrate their 32nd wedding anniversary and reflect on having their young adult children home for summer break.

Dr. Tom Curran explores 4 aspects of married life: the biblical vision of marriage, principles from growing in vocation, parenting/ raising disciples, and “weathering the storms” in marriage. In celebration of his 32nd wedding anniversary, Tom references verse 32 in many scripture passages.

Dr. Tom Curran shares reflections on 32 Years of married life and contrasts the vocation of marriage with the vocation of the consecrated religious life.

Dr. Tom Curran continues to answer questions about his life, as examples of meaningful conversation-starter questions for kids to ask their parents. Tom asks himself: What did the winter season require of a kid in your town? Who taught you how to drive, what car and how did that go? Which adult (not related to you) had the most influence on you growing up? What was the worst trouble you got into b...

From the archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to share tips on how to find spiritual companionship, in contrast with spiritual direction. Fr. Nagel responds to quotes by St. Jane Frances de Chantal on themes, such as: speaking to The Lord, relying on talents vs. energy, carrying the cross of self-scrutiny, and being cordial.

Dr. Tom Curran asks himself questions to start meaningful conversations with his kids, such as: What did your childhood summers look like? What were symbols of prestige in childhood that today seems ridiculous? When did you first meet your spouse and what was your first inaccurate impression of them? What did you think was one of your charming personality traits until marriage reclassified it as a...

(Original Run Date: 7/15/2026) Dr. Tom Curran interviews Msgr. Marc Montminy, Pastor of Saints Mary and Joseph in Salem, NH . In anticipation of his upcoming 50th year Anniversary to the priesthood, Fr. Montminy shares insights on his experiences in several spiritual renewal movements and shares stories of miraculous healings, mystical gifts and stigmatists. Referenced Spiritual Renewal Movements...

Dr. Tom Curran, Systematic Theologian, shares insights from a recent Catholic vs. Protestant debate. Tom explores common misconceptions about the Catholic faith and explains the foundational structure of how the Catholic Church believes: scripture, tradition and magisterium.

Dr. Tom Curran explores the history and purpose of the phrase, “stuck in a rut,” and addresses unhealthy ruts in marriage: stubbornness, relentlessness and avoidance. Tom shares insights from St. Thomas Aquinas on the daughters of sloth.

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel: Are you attracted to or repulsed by the writings of St. Alphonsus Liguori? What stands out about the life of St. Alphonsus? What were the moral challenges of his time vs. the moral challenges today? Today's hosts share quotes by St. Alphonsus Liguori.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share tips, insights and strategies for creating a family reunion. Kari lists entertaining activities for every generation and Tom explores the spiritual impact of going on a retreat. The Currans give a step by step reunion planning guide with themes for food, faith formation and fun!

Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on the Scripture passages: Martha and Mary (Luke 10: 38-42) and The Raising of Lazarus . (John 11: 1-44) Tom explores themes, such as: the practicality of hospitality, prioritizing a relationship with Jesus, doing what is “necessary,” radiating Christ in the world, and more!

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Debora Johnston, Director of the Seattle Satellite Campus of Encounter School of Ministry . Here testimonies about God’s healing power in the world today and learn more about the upcoming Summer Intensive hosted by the Seattle Campus . Find an Upcoming Encounter Event Near You!

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC , share insights on God’s Indomitable Love in Christ (Romans 8:35-39) on the seven threats that separate people from feeling the love of Christ: anguish, distress, persecution, famine, nakedness, peril, and the sword.

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to share insights on the lives of St. Titus Brandsma, Bl. Solanus Casey, and Bl. Stanley Rother on themes, such as: the call of “ordinary” Catholics, preaching nonviolence to violence, speaking against propaganda, and more!