February 23 -Ask Father: Don’t Miss the Moment! Eucharistic Revival and Lent 2026
23/2/2026 | 54 mins.
Dr. Tom Curran talks to Fr. Kurt Nagel and guest Co-host Fr. Nicholas Wichert about the explosion of faith over the past couple years. Fr. Nick tells his experience of attending the National Eucharistic Revival and anticipates the local Ascend: Eucharistic Revival Conference coming up for the Diocese of Seattle.
February 19 -Don’t Talk About Aliens! Shard of Eden Interview w/ Eric Sammons
19/2/2026 | 54 mins.
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
February 18 -Drop the Mask! Insights on Ash Wednesday & Lent w/ Fr. Patrick Smith
19/2/2026 | 54 mins.
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)
February 17 -Happy Mardi Gras! Feasting & Fasting: Launch Into Lent w/ Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMC
17/2/2026 | 54 mins.
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!
February 16 -Ask Father: “Pray More” Doesn’t Cut It! What’s Your 2-Day Warm-up for Lent?
16/2/2026 | 54 mins.
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.
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.