Dr. Tom Curran Podcast

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?

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about fostering friendships among siblings and spouses. The Currans discuss the many different kinds of friendships and facts about the growing epidemic of loneliness in young adults.

In honor of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Tom Curran prays four BIG prayers and testifies to the impact of praying big prayers: an Act of Reparation, St. Francis de Sales Prayer, St. John Henry Newman Prayer and a Prayer for Healing and Deliverance.

Dr. Tom Curran continues to list 15 different meanings of fasting. Why don’t more priests preach on the discipline of fasting? Where does teaching on fasting show up in scripture? How often should Catholics fast? Tom addresses these questions and more!

Dr. Tom Curran lists 15 different meanings of fasting. Tom shares insights on the discipline of fasting, inspired by the book He Leadeth Me by Walter Ciszek and reminds listeners to honor the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran give tips for launching into summer INTENTIONALLY! Tom and Kari talk about the different activities they included in their getaway retreat as a married couple: recognizing a marital dynamic pattern, revisiting a budget, goal setting with a 10X growth mindset, and more! Listen to All the Hacks : Secrets of Super Achievers: Learning the 10x Growth Mindset with Dr. Benjamin Ha...

Dr. Tom Curran explores insights gained through six different conversations. Tom talks about gratitude for laborers in the vineyard, the gift message, metaphysics, and more!

Dr. Tom Curran talks about taking a retreat away with his wife, Kari, as an opportunity to set financial goals, gain clarity on the future and be still. Tom shares insights from a self-help hacks podcast episode and ponders, “What are my constraints?”

From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis to discuss spiritual direction, the spirituality of celibacy, and "what's missing" in seminary formation.

From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran testifies to the intercession of St. Philip Neri and talks about baptism in the Holy Spirit, as the gift of Pentecost comes alive!

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.

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]

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 .

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!

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.

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?

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.