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Dr. Tom Curran Podcast
Dr. Tom Curran Podcast

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast

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.

Available Episodes 10

Dr. Tom Curran talks about the enemies of comparison, perfection and busyness, and he references God’s Word bringing peace and healing. (Matthew 6:33, Luke 12:32, Isaiah 41:10, Joshua 1:9)

From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran talks about common misconceptions about the sacrament of confession, the importance of making a good examination of conscience, and the consequences of a hardened heart. (Isaiah 6, Luke 5, Revelation 1)

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis: What is the meaning of the pink candle? Do you have a personal chalice? and, What does the phrase “cloud of witnesses” mean? Today’s hosts offer suggestions for solving all the world’s problems and reflect on some feast days in Advent.

Dr. Tom Curran is joined by his adult daughter, Arianna Curran, to recall her favorite childhood Advent and Christmas traditions. Arianna talks about attending Franciscan University of Steubenville with her siblings, living in a “household,” praying with people, and more!

Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from Pope Benedict XVI on the excuse, “I Don’t have time,” and the Virgin Mary, as an icon for Advent. Tom prays two deliverance prayers with listeners: cleansing of blood lines and healing against spiritual warfare.

Read the Full Message from Pope Benedict XVI (ANGELUS, First Sunday of Advent, 30 November 2008)

Get Your Copy of Deliverance Prayers: For Use by the Laity by Fr. Chad Ripperger

Dr. Tom Curran explores the God-appointed authority of parents and grandparents in the lives of children. Tom gives tips for speaking with authority and shares scripture references on the role of leadership.

Dr. Tom Curran talks about how to live in the world today through a Catholic lens, as a meaning of Advent. Tom shares insights on the Immaculate Conception of Mary and shares stories from recent days of being disrupted, exposed and convicted by the call to “Get your house in order!”

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran explore family customs and traditions for the Advent Season. The Currans list their favorite Advent activities with kids: seasonal prayers, puzzles, light shows, movies, books, and more!

Dr. Tom Curran is joined by his oldest daughter, Mary Grace Curran, to recall impactful childhood memories of Advent and Christmas traditions. Mary Grace shares a poem she wrote, titled: How to Prepare for Christmas. (Substack)

Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMS, to discuss many Advent traditions, such as: Jesse Tree, Kris Kindle or Christkindl, penitential decor, St. Nicholas Feast Day, and more!