Detective Tom Curran Shares His Journey on Hibernian Radio
This week, host Paddy 
Houlihan welcomes Detective Tom Curran—a proud second-generation Irish-American with deep County Kerry roots and over 25 years of service with the Chicago Police Department.
Tom shares his remarkable journey from childhood summers on the family farm in Ireland to patrolling some of Chicago’s toughest neighborhoods. He reflects on his time at Ground Zero after 9/11, the evolving role of detectives in the digital age, and how his Irish upbringing continues to influence his work and life.
Now focused on training the next generation of officers, Tom brings a wealth of experience and heartfelt stories to the studio—offering a unique look at life in law enforcement, Irish-American pride, and the bonds that hold both communities together.
Special thanks to the great sponsors who make this show possible:
Fox’s Pizza, Flood Brothers Disposal, Local 150, and Madden Funds
Pour yourself a pint and enjoy a thoughtful, compelling conversation straight from the heart of Chicago’s Irish-American community.
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