Dr. Tom Curran Podcast

Dr. Tom Curran clarifies common misconceptions about “praise and worship” and explores different forms of praise: in song, in words and in silence. (individually, communally and liturgically) Tom shares insights from the Catechism of the Catholic Church on the Prayer of Praise and gives practical tips on how to teach kids to pray and forgive. Prayer Acronym: PTPIA - Praise, Thank, Petition, Interc...

Dr. Tom Curran explores insights by his spiritual director, Fr. Mark Noonan , about 4 Levels of Receptivity : receive me, I receive, I’m receptive to receive, and I am receptive to being received. Tom talks about the topics, such as: neediness, gratitude, affirmation, belonging and acceptance. Referenced Book: He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J.

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC , share insights on Pentecost Sunday, Holy Trinity Sunday, and Corpus Christi Sunday. Today’s hosts answer the questions: How do you nurture a personal relationship with Jesus? How has the eucharist impacted your vocation? Have you noticed a trend toward more reverent posture towards the eucharist?

From the archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis: How have you been transformed by God’s Word? What are some scripture passages that have changed your life? Is there a bible verse that speaks to you again and again? Fr. Nagel’s List of Life-Changing Scripture Passages Gal 2:19-20 Eph 3: 14-19 Luke 9: 23 Fr. Lewis’s List of Life-Changing Scripture Passages Psalm 46: 11 Exodus...

From the archive! Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about recent Aha! moments, prompting them to recognize blindness and gain awareness. The Currans discuss adventures in playing Mr. Mom, Seasonal affective disorder (SAD,) green flags for a future spouse, and more!

Dr. Tom Curran explores the first Encyclical Letter of Pope Leo XIV titled Magnifica Humanitas. Tom discusses key highlights on topics, such as: the modern industrial revolution, the Babel-syndrome, the human person “made in the image of God” vs. “a project to be optimized,” and transhumanism. Referenced Document: ENCYCLICAL LETTER, MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS , OF HIS HOLINESS POPE LEO XIV ON SAFEGUARDIN...

Dr. Tom Curran talks about the impact of Pentecost and explores the important meaning of dates on the calendar, namely: saint feast days, anniversaries, birth / death dates and more! Tom shares insights from St. Philip Neri and St. Augustine of Canterbury.

Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on recent and upcoming events: Pentecost Sunday, Memorial Day and the prayer vigil for Mary Margaret Delorenzo. Tom talks about the experience of grief, the doorway of death, the power of the Holy Spirit, and seeking the presence of Jesus.

Dr. Tom Curran, Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss spiritual, academic and human formation. Tom asks the priests: What were the gifts and gaps in your seminary formation? How well did your seminary formation prepare you for celibacy? How do you help parishioners with discernment? What resources do you recommend for those looking to grow in prayer? Referenced Book List: The Imitation of Chri...

Dr. Tom Curran gives an extended eulogy for his mother in law, Mary Margaret Delorenzo. Tom shares complementary stories from her life and death related to themes, such as: passing on faith, breaking through limitations and making room.

Dr. Tom Curran and Natalie Lair, host of Desert Wanderer Podcast , discuss the balance between pursuing a money-minded career versus mission-minded career. Tom gives basic tips for making more, spending less, changing focus and trusting God!

Dr. Tom Curran and Natalie Lair, host of Desert Wanderer Podcast , discuss working in the Catholic podcast ministry, balancing work, raising kids, and trusting in God’s providential care! What's the Catholic approach to achieving a perfect work life balance? Today's hosts explore principles to help Catholics achieve spiritual, relational and professional growth.

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC , ponder the questions: What preparation does it take to form a great priest? Fr. Pat and Tom recollect the gifts and gaps in their own seminary formation.

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to share insights on the right vs. wrong way to wait and the important role of singing at Mass. Tom asks Fr. Nagel: What’s the history of The Novena to the Holy Spirit? Who is St. Matthias? What can St. Philip Neri teach us about waiting well?

On the Feast of the Ascension, Dr. Tom Curran anticipates the upcoming Novena to the Holy Spirit by pondering the question: Why have so many faithful Catholics never experienced real transformation? Tom differentiates information vs. insight and lists two important factors to deep, transformative change: coachability and docility. Referenced Book: The Leadership Challenge: How to Make Extraordinar...

Dr. Tom Curran explores 4 topics: What’s the history of Fatima apparitions? What happened to the three Fatima Visionaries? What’s the message of Fatima? How did the Lord continue to use the message of Our Lady of Fatima after the apparitions?

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC , discuss different titles of the Holy Spirit. Today’s hosts prepare for Ascension Thursday by exploring how to have an intimate, personal, profound and lifegiving relationship with the Holy Spirit!

In honor of Mother's Day, Dr. Tom Curran explores the theology behind the concept: a child first experiences God through the love of their mother. Tom shares insights from popes and saints on the importance of families on civilization, the gift of motherhood, the model of the Blessed Mother, and Our Lady of Grace.

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith,Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC , discuss readings from the Sixth Sunday of Easter Philip in Samaria (Acts 8:5-8, 14-17) and The Advocate. (John 14:15-21) Today’s hosts testify to God’s providential care and talk about three moments of the disciple: called, powerlessness and empowered.

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to explain the important impact of community for men, women, married couples and priests. Today’s hosts share insights on St. Hilary of Arles and St. Hilary of Poitiers and discuss many topics, such as: living well in dark times, resisting worldly comforts, creating fellowship rooted in faith, and growing in nobility.

In honor of St. Joseph the Worker, Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on how to build character by embracing the arduous good and compares/contrasts generational thinking. Tom talks about issues troubling young adults today: the mental health tsunami, addiction to smartphones/ technology, and the current economic storm.

Dr. Tom Curran explains the 4 Levels of thinking in leadership: vision, strategy, plan, and action. Tom shares insights from decades of experience working with leadership teams to help listeners operate each level at work and in family life.

Dr. Tom Curran honors the feast day of St. Catherine of Siena by sharing insights on the reality of how saints engage with our lives from heaven. Tom testifies to praying the Rosary live on facebook and talks about how to discern the saints that accompany you! Pray the Rosary LIVE with Dr. Tom Curran on Facebook!

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington DC , shares stories of peaceful and happy deaths of faithful Catholics, including Fr. Pat’s mom. Today’s hosts share insights on how Catholics should prepare for death: ask for prayer, let yourself be taken care of, embrace the ministry of suffering, and more.

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington DC , several AI generated questions, such as: What did you miss about MLK Jr. when you wrote your dissertation? What have you changed about your approach to marriage prep with engaged couples? Which spiritual practices have you tried that didn’t “work” for you? What does Gospel music provide that Gregorian c...