Dr. Tom Curran Podcast

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Eric Sammons, Catholic Author and editor-in-chief of Crisis Magazine , about his latest book Shard of Eden . Tom and Eric share insights on books vs. podcasts, reading on screens, "writing about what you know," and AI. Referenced Podcast Episode: The Shelf That Built Me: The 10 Books That Most Influenced My Life

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC , share insights on Ash Wednesday and the season of Lent. Fr. Pat explores the second reading at Ash Wednesday Mass about what it means to be an ambassador for Christ. (2 Corinthians 5:20-6:2)

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMC , about how to celebrate Shrove Tuesday and how to launch into Lent. Sr. Eucharista explores themes related to the Lenten Season, such as: feasting, fasting, prayer and almsgiving. Join Sr. Mary Eucharista for Ash Wednesday Silent Day of Prayer at Immaculate Heart Retreat Center!

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel: What spiritual practices do you recommend for those preparing for Lent? How is Lent like training for a marathon? What if I fail at my Lenten disciplines? Fr. Nagel responds to quotes by St. Benedict of Nursia on themes related to Lent.

Dr. Tom Curran continues to explore practical examples of proleptic transformation in his own life. Tom explores three moments in the dynamic of being a disciple: call, poverty and empowerment.

Dr. Tom Curran continues to explore the concept of prolepsis by sharing two practical examples from his own life. Tom also talks about waking up at 3am (the hour of visitation) and shares insights from his upcoming book titled, No Half Measures .

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. Nathan Dail, Director of Campus Ministry at St. Paul’s Student Center at Boise University and Vocation Director for the Diocese of Boise . Fr. Dail shares insights from Introduction to the Devout Life by St. Francis de Sales and explains the need for transformation from self-obsession to ascension.

Dr. Tom Curran introduces the theological concept of prolepsis and ponders the questions: How is God present in this situation right now and how can I contribute? Tom explores how to live a proleptic life and shares a proleptic prayer.

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC, reflect on The Similes of Salt and Light . [Matthew 5: 13-16] Fr. Pat shares insights on themes, such as: obedience, identity, salt, witness, and more!

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Morning Light Co-host Hope Ryan on the gifts of wonder, docility and Catholic radio. Hope talks about how she got involved in Catholic radio, the impact of reading aloud with kids, parenting teens without smartphones or social media, and the influence of the saints.

How much time and effort do you spend focusing on that which passes away versus that which endures? Dr. Tom Curran explores the four steps for spiritual transformation: disruption, desire, desperation and dynamism. Tom references insights written in his upcoming book, titled: No Half Measures.

Dr. Tom Curran helps listeners prepare for Lent by suggesting two practices to consider: “Lord, reveal to me my predominant fault” and “Guardian Angel, you have my permission to humble me each day.” Tom prays The Litany of Trust and explores concepts, such as: the 7 deadly sins, daughters of sin, the four temperaments, and more resources to grow in self knowledge.

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC , reflect on The Beatitudes . [Matthew 5: 3-12] Tom asks Fr. Pat questions, such as: How do you discern what to pray for? What’s the difference between studying scripture and praying with scripture? What does it mean to be blessed?

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Kurt Nagel explore questions about the Feast of the Presentation, such as: Is it STILL Christmas? What’s Candlemas? What’s happening to Jesus at The Presentation at the Temple? Who are Simeon and Anna?

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about the many practical ways they utilize AI tools and explore the three goals of a Classical Education: learning how to think, learning how to learn and learning to love learning.

Dr. Tom Curran confesses to his predominant sin and explores the theological formation of the heart, spiritual formation. Tom talks about the practices of silence, solitude and simplicity.

Dr. Tom Curran continues to explore the impact of forming the mind by sharing a conversation about some fundamental questions: What’s the most important thing right now? Was it worth what it cost? How much is enough? And, what will I do with the time that remains?

Dr. Tom Curran continues to explore theological formation, formation of the mind, by sharing insights from the book The Gift of Faith by Fr. Tadeusz Dajczer. Tom reflects on principles, such as: faith brings a light, understanding through experience, paradoxical truths, mystery increased through knowledge, and more!

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Paul Heric, pastor of St. Thomas More Catholic Student Center at Washington State University , many questions about ministering to college-aged kids: How do you minister healing to college kids? What’s bringing so many young people to OCIA? What were stand-out insights from your time in the seminary?

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about the National March for Life and share stories about their own participation in local March for Life activities. Tom explores the culture of life vs. the culture of death, as it relates to social issues.

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Lorissa Horn, Director of Campus Ministry at Bishop Kelly High School, Boise, ID , about faith formation activities for teens. Lorissa testifies to praying the Rosary and talks about the challenges facing young people today.

Dr. Tom Curran shares insights by Hans Urs von Balthasar on the call to be a theologian, in a childlike way, through worship, humility and obedience. Tom addresses the temptation toward cleverness, pride and condescension.

Dr. Tom Curran asks the questions: To whom do you open your mind? What do you notice? What’s your capacity to reflect? Tom explores different entry points to theological discussions, such as: salvation, hell and purgatory.

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel: What is ordinary time all about? Who is St. Anthony of Egypt and how does his message speak to our time today? Is negligence or laziness a bigger sickness today? Today’s hosts respond to several quotes from St. Anthony of Egypt.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss a list of questions to ask oneself when transitioning into a new year: What were your highlights from 2025? What have you changed your mind about over the past year? What created energy and drained energy in 2025? What were your anchors last year? What did you NOT do because of fear? and more!