Dr. Tom Curran Podcast

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast

My Catholic Faith Ministries

Episodes 1,034
Avg. Duration 54m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.8 (30)
Since Jul 2021
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This 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.

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Recent Episodes

S6E107 June 12 -Faith and Family: Experience Metanoia! 3 Levels of Conversion

Jun 12, 2026 55m

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss growing in self awareness through making a good confession. Tom tells the "missing chapter" from his transformative Camino pilgrimage and he explores 3 levels of…

S6E106 June 11 -Coaching Hour: Downstream Effects of Pride & Anger | Concupiscence of Sin

Jun 11, 2026 54m

Dr. Tom Curran talks about the effects of sin on the intellect, will and desires. Tom explores the concupiscence of sin, particularly the sins of pride and anger. What are the promises of pride? How…

S6E105 June 10 -What’s at Stake in HOW You Receive Holy Communion?

Jun 10, 2026 55m

Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from a recent Curran Family Sunday meeting. Tom addresses four questions: What is the proper effect of Holy Communion? What's at stake in receiving Holy Communion? How…

S6E104 June 9 -Friendship Vs. Fraternity: Growing in Faith Together w/ Fr. Patrick Smith

Jun 10, 2026 55m

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC, discuss the importance of building a small group of people to walk in faith together. Today’s hosts talk…

S6E103 June 8 -Ask Father: Can Someone Survive on the Eucharist Alone? Eucharistic Miracles, Adoration & Fasting

Jun 08, 2026 53m

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel: How did you celebrate the Feast of Corpus Christi? What’s the science behind the eucharistic miracles? How long did saints fast, surviving only on the Eucharist…

S6E102 June 5 -Faith and Family: Celebrating a Life Well Lived | Catholic Approach to Death & Grief

Jun 05, 2026 55m

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran reflect on the transition of a loved one through death into eternal life. The Currans talk about how they honored their dying parents, grieved the death of a parent and…

S6E101 June 4 -Coaching Hour: First Things First! Common Misconceptions About Praise & Worship

Jun 04, 2026 54m

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…

S6E100 June 3 -The Human Need to be Seen, Without Being TOO Needy: 4 Levels of Receptivity

Jun 03, 2026 55m

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…

S6E99 June 2 - The Impact of the Most Holy Body and Blood: Corpus Christi Sunday w/ Fr. Patrick Smith

Jun 02, 2026 53m

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…

S6E98 June 1 -Best-of Ask Father: What Scripture Passages Have Changed Your Life?

Jun 02, 2026 57m

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…

S6E97 May 29 -Best-of Faith and Family: AHA! Recognize Blindness & Gain Awareness

Jun 01, 2026 54m

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…

S6E96 May 28 -Coaching Hour: Are You a Project to Be Optimized? Magnifica Humanitas by Pope Leo XIV

May 28, 2026 54m

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,…

S6E95 May 27 -Dates are Important: Feast of Pentecost, St. Philip Neri & St. Augustine of Canterbury

May 27, 2026 55m

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…

S6E94 May 26 -Death is Not The End! Pentecost Sunday, Memorial Day & Saying Goodbye

May 26, 2026 55m

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…

S6E93 May 25 -Best-of Ask Father: What Are You Doing to Improve? Summer Book List for Spiritual Formation

May 25, 2026 53m

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…

S6E92 May 22 -Faith and Family: What is the Feminine Genius? Honoring Mary Margaret

May 24, 2026 55m

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…

S6E91 May 21 -Money-Minded vs. Missionary-Minded: Desert Wanderer Interview w/ Natalie Lair (Part 2)

May 21, 2026 54m

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,…

S6E90 May 20 -Catholic Approach to Work Life Balance: Desert Wanderer Interview w/ Natalie Lair (Part 1)

May 20, 2026 55m

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…

S6E89 May 19 -What Forms Great Priests? Gifts & Gaps of Seminary Formation w/ Fr. Patrick Smith

May 19, 2026 55m

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…

S6E88 May 18 -Ask Father: Wait or Go? Ascension Thursday & The Novena to the Holy Spirit

May 18, 2026 52m

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…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Dr. Tom Curran Podcast have?

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast has published 1034 episodes since July 2021, covering topics in Christianity, Kids & Family.

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Dr. Tom Curran Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes every few days. Average episode length is 54m.

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