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Dr. Tom Curran Podcast

My Catholic Faith Ministries

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

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September 4 -Get Ready! 3 Levels of Preparation:...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/09/04

Dr. Tom Curran explores three levels of preparation: remote, mediate and proximate. Tom testifies to two concepts that continue to show up on his Camino journey: “I’m my own worst enemy” and God will send angels to accompany the journey.

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55:09

September 3 - Advancing or Settling? What Turns a Boy...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/09/03

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. John Mosier, pastor at St. Mark’s Catholic Church in Boise, about themes related to the upcoming Inland Northwest Men’s Retreat, such as: comfortable dissipation, the distraction of busyness and embracing the difficult good. Tom and Fr. Mosier share insights on walking the Camino, both in Spain and at home!

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55:06

September 2 -At-home Camino Journey: Satisfaction,...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/09/03

Dr. Tom Curran shares reflections on the second day of walking the Camino at home. Tom explores the sacrament of penance, making an act of penance, effects of sin, the causes of sin, and more.

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54:56

September 1 -Life of a Pilgrim & Significance of the...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/09/01

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC, share insights on the theology of walking, the life of a pilgrim, the significance of the 4th watch, and making a pilgrimage vs. touring a holy place. Tom continues to explain details on his at-home Camino pilgrimage.

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56:04

August 31 -Best-of Ask Father: One of My Favorites!...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/08/31

From the archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to reflect on quotes from St. Gregory the Great on many topics, such as: respect, obedience, the duty of pastors, holy fear, and more!

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54:07

August 27 -You Are Responsible, Make Up for the...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/08/27

Dr. Tom Curran continues to highlight important traditions in the Catholic Church that have been diminished over the past 60 years and explains his at-home Camino pilgrimage. Tom explores insights from The Soul's Journey into God by St. Bonaventure on love for Christ, as motivation for doing penance.Reference Passage:All sinners were the authors of Christ's Passion, Catechism of the Catholic Church 598

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August 26 -Take a Hike with God! Tips for Making an...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/08/26

Tom gives practical details on how to make an at-home Camino pilgrimage, including: how long to walk per day, how many days to walk and how to pray while walking. Tom encourages listeners to hike The Camino at home and shares insights on the benefits of taking a long walk, making acts of penance, living a pilgrim’s life, and interceding in prayer for others.Send your Prayer Intentions to Tom Curran!

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55:06

August 25 -Choose Your Eternity! Spiritual Diagnosis:...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/08/25

Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from the romantic comedy film, Eternity. (2005) Tom discusses themes, such as: comfortable dissipation / effeminacy, the after life, external vs. internal happiness, and more. Tom talks about how to pray, in preparation for death and eternal life.

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54:07

August 24 -Ask Father: Attracted to a Challenge? What...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/08/24

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to respond to several quotes by saints, such as: St. Bernard of Clairvaux, St. Pius X and St. Rose of Lima. Tom talks about developing an at-home penitential pilgrimage, inspired by hiking The Camino de Santiago. Fr. Nagel shares insights on the secret of life, the ultimate end, the challenge of modernism, and the danger of unregulated curiosity.Referenced Book:Self-knowledge And Self-discipline by Basil William Maturin

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55:04

August 21 -Be a Godly Man! How to Evangelize...

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2026/08/21

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Jesse Romero, Catholic author and speaker, about his decades of experience evangelizing men and unconverted Catholics. Jesse talks about today’s challenges, including: effeminacy, spiritual warfare, lack of formation, lack of fatherhood, and more. Tom asks Jesse Romero: Who made the biggest impact on forming your faith growing up? How did your experience as a LA County Sheriff deputy and boxing champion shape your approach to evangelizing men? Why do you spend so much of

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59:00

August 20 - Daily Practices to Start Today! Padre Pio...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/08/20

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Mary O’Regan, Author of the book Padre Pio and You: An Epic Story of Spiritual Fatherhood, about St. Padre Pio inspired daily practices to grow your spiritual life. Get your copy of the book! (Sophia Institute Press) Listen to More Podcast Interview with Mary O’Regan:April 22 -Never-Before-Heard insights! Padre Pio and You: Mary O’Regan Interview (Part 1)April 24 -Become a Spiritual Child! Padre Pio and You: Mary O’Regan Interview (Part 2)

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August 18 -What’s Life All About? Favorite Passages...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/08/18

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC, share insights from the Catechism of the Catholic Church on topics, such as: the purpose of life, God’s pursuit of man, our capacity for God, the Last Judgment, and more.

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August 17 -Ask Father: What’s so Special About the...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/08/18

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel: Why doesn’t the church expect Catholics to attend Mass when a Holy Day falls on a Saturday? What’s special about the role of Queen Mother? What are admirable pursuits? Today’s hosts reflect on the Feast of St. Maximilian Kolbe and the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary.

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August 14 -Faith and Family: Time to Follow Up! Tips...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/08/14

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share more insights for creating a family reunion, including giving tips for activities and games for all generations. The Currans celebrate their 32nd wedding anniversary and reflect on having their young adult children home for summer break.

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August 13 - A Biblical Vision of Marriage (in Verse...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/08/13

Dr. Tom Curran explores 4 aspects of married life: the biblical vision of marriage, principles from growing in vocation, parenting/ raising disciples, and “weathering the storms” in marriage. In celebration of his 32nd wedding anniversary, Tom references verse 32 in many scripture passages.

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August 12 -What’s the Difference? What’s the Same?...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/08/12

Dr. Tom Curran shares reflections on 32 Years of married life and contrasts the vocation of marriage with the vocation of the consecrated religious life.

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55:03

August 11 -Faith and Family: Meaningful...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/08/11

Dr. Tom Curran continues to answer questions about his life, as examples of meaningful conversation-starter questions for kids to ask their parents. Tom asks himself: What did the winter season require of a kid in your town? Who taught you how to drive, what car and how did that go? Which adult (not related to you) had the most influence on you growing up? What was the worst trouble you got into before the age of 12? And more!

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August 10 -Best-of Ask Father: What is a Spiritual...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/08/10

From the archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to share tips on how to find spiritual companionship, in contrast with spiritual direction. Fr. Nagel responds to quotes by St. Jane Frances de Chantal on themes, such as: speaking to The Lord, relying on talents vs. energy, carrying the cross of self-scrutiny, and being cordial.

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55:04

August 7 -Faith and Family: Meaningful...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/08/07

Dr. Tom Curran asks himself questions to start meaningful conversations with his kids, such as: What did your childhood summers look like? What were symbols of prestige in childhood that today seems ridiculous? When did you first meet your spouse and what was your first inaccurate impression of them? What did you think was one of your charming personality traits until marriage reclassified it as a “maintenance issue?” What surprised you most when you became a father for the first time? And

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55:03

August 6 -ENCORE: Reading the Sign of the Times w/...

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast ·

2026/08/07

(Original Run Date: 7/15/2026) Dr. Tom Curran interviews Msgr. Marc Montminy, Pastor of Saints Mary and Joseph in Salem, NH. In anticipation of his upcoming 50th year Anniversary to the priesthood, Fr. Montminy shares insights on his experiences in several spiritual renewal movements and shares stories of miraculous healings, mystical gifts and stigmatists.Referenced Spiritual Renewal MovementsCatholic Charismatic RenewalCursillo MovementKairos Prison Ministry InternationalMarriage Encounter

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