Episodes

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy, and first published in May 1942. Civilizations come into being, exist, and are buried. In many lands are the ruins of ancient cities, one atop another. Dig, and the last to die comes to light. Dig further, and an older one comes to light. Like the strata of Earth, symbols contain many meanings. Here, we find an excellent discussion of this topic, one that will be buried and rediscovered in countless ages. Enjoy...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Edward Potter, and is brought to us by RW Bro Pete Cutler, PDDGM 14th, Maine. We wonder, in our progression to the East, how all the details are taken care of: ritual; business meetings; funerals… A recent Past Master wondered how his year passed so quickly, and what now? Here we find an excellent discussion aimed at all of the Past Masters of our gentle Craft concerning these very questions. Enjoy, and do share this and all o...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Vern Wertz, PGM – OR, and was first published in April 2015. “Gold! Gold!” the cry has echoed across the ages. But how does it relate to Freemasonry? Here we find an excellent discussion of the gold there is to find in our gentle Craft. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro William Beecher, PGM – WI, and first published in August 2014. As any builder knows, there are different qualities of different wood and stone that one might choose. This is also true of our Fraternity, and here we find an excellent discussion of this topic. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Rev RW Bro David Ritchie, PGCh – WI, and is brought to us by Bro Erick Weiss, Freeport #23, Maine. After a trip abroad, a question was asked about whether Americans really had that much freedom. The response: We have freedoms we don’t even use! Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by RW Bro Douglas Reese, PM – Temperance Lodge, Smithfield MS, and is brought to us by RW Tim Martel, PDDGM 14th, Maine. “…That which unites the whole into one common mass…” is a phrase we are familiar with concerning the use of the Trowel. But what is it we are really spreading? Here we find an excellent discussion about that which brings us together…usually. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your broth...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by WBro Arturo de Hoyos, and was first published in July 2015. If one were to ask about a famous Scottish Rite brother named Albert… one might certainly suggest Albert Pike, a most towering figure. But we cannot afford to forget that other Albert, who, in fact, initiated Albert Pike into the Scottish Rite, and is himself a towering figure. Enjoy, and do share this with all of your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy, and is brought to us by Bro Colin Briton, Freeport #23, Maine. “…No less than the clouded canopy or starry-decked heaven, where all good Masons hope at last to arrive…” Is recognized by all Masons as the description of the Covering of a Lodge during the Entered Apprentice degree. Here we find an excellent discussion of why we don’t just have ceilings. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes w...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was first published in September 2005, and is brought to us by WBro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Brunswick, Maine. The MSA has undertaken the task of preparing a Masonic public awareness program, and this episode is an extract from that program. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Br. J. M. Hamil, Quator Coronati #2076, and is brought to us by WBro David Koncz, United #8, Maine. Freemasonry is founded upon the three core values of Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth. The second of these we can more specifically under the larger topic of Charity, and here we find an excellent discussion of these subjects. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Rev Dr Bro Joseph Fort Newton, and first published in October 1926. Next to the word ‘Mother”, no word in our language has more meaning and music in it than the word ‘Brother’. Because we are human, sometimes we forget, and need reminding about the ties that we have voluntarily obligated ourselves to. This episode is striking particularly close to home in recent days, so may we take from it the highest aspirations of the word Brot...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Nelson, PGM – AZ, and is brought to us by WBro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Brunswick Maine. We may remember that Masonic Etiquette is nothing more than common politeness and manners, and is not concerned with specific duties we perform in our various roles. Please do enjoy, and share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge, and especially with those who need assistance with remembering thei...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy, and first published in December 1938. This bulletin represents the conclusion of the first 16 years of STBs, and celebrates itself as the 192nd such Bulletin. What was begun as an experiment in short, digestible, sugar coated bits of Freemasonry has since developed into the most widely read Masonic publication in the world. Take a trip back in time to celebrate the spreading of more light in Masonry. Enjoy, and...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Rev Bro Thomas E. Ware, PhD, and is brought to us by WBro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Brunswick ME. Here we find an excellent, if controversial, exploration of the idea that faith without understanding leads to division, not unity. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Kevin B. Todd, PGM – OH, and is brought to us by Bro Colin Briton, Freeport #23, ME. Masonry is like a large rock in the middle of a river. It sits, unmoving, while the water flows around and sometime over it. Here we find an excellent discussion of that rock, and the river besides. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by WBro Richard H. Curtiss, PM – Good Samaritan Lodge, Reading MA and Editor – Northern Light, and is brought to us by WBro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Maine. If shares of Freemasonry were offered today, would you buy into it? Would you consider it a good investment? Here we find an excellent discussion of the enduring and compound value of our gentle Craft. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothe...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by RW Bro Ralph B. Duncan, PDDGM 11th – MA, and is brought to us by WBro David Koncz, PM – United #8, ME. The American Heritage Dictionary defines “Heritage” as some idea or material thing that can be inherited or passed down from preceding generations. Our Masonic Heritage is that collection of things and ideas that can and should be inherited from our forbears; but is it? Here we find an excellent discussion of this very question. ...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written and is brought to us by MW Bro Walter MacDougal, PM – Piscataquis #44 and PGM – Maine. This STB was originally published in June of 1965, and when MW MacDougal recorded this episode recently, he remarked that it sounded like the passionate speech of a much younger man. Here, we are asked fairly fundamental questions, “How long can a Mason afford to be a Mason only in his speech and ritual verbalizations? How long can we afford to put...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy, first published in May 1944. I am feeling compelled to visit this excellent Short Talk because tonight I am participating in my first FC degree as SD. Many of us may remember these from the Winding Staircase lecture, which I am going to do my best with. Please do share this with and encourage all Fellow Craft Masons, your brothers, and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro George D. Seggers, Executive Secretary George Washington National Masonic Memorial, first published in February 2017. This episode means to highlight the 100th anniversary of the GWNMM, happening currently, the conference of Grand Masters, also happening currently, and the birthday of the Father of The United States on February 22. Enjoy, and please do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lo...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Stuart Minor, PGM – VA, and was first published in June 2000. Masons are familiar with the question, “Whence came you?” For the EA Mason, the answer is, “From the Lodge of the Holy Saints John at Jerusalem.” For the members of the Knights Templar, the answer is delved into here. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Gary Lessiur, Clarkston #492, Clarkston GA, and is brought to us by VW Bro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Brunswick ME. There are several prayers said in Lodge that are part of our degrees and ceremonies, but are there any other reasons or occasions to appeal to the Great Architect? Here we find an excellent discussion of this topic. Enjoy, and please do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lo...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by WBro Walter M. Calloway, and is brought to us by MW Ill Bro Claire Tusch, PGM – ME. Here we find the story of MW Bro Ralph J. Pollard, HPGM – ME, and his wife and muse Milwee. If ever there was a Masonic Valentines Day story, this would be it. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Mikhail L. Broadski, and is brought to us by VW Bro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Brunswick ME. As Freemasons, who are we? Not the Grand Lodge Officers, not the district officers, but the regular Freemasons…who are we? Here we find an excellent discussion of this very topic. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.