Episodes

Brethren, it is remarkable that the fires of war have not always been hot enough to burn away Masonic obligations and brotherhood. Today the Short Talk Bulletin Podcast is joined by WBro David Koncz, United #8, Brunswick, Maine, who brings us these six tales, which will undoubtedly raise in the throat a lump of pride, and hope that we may all live up to these examples in our own lives. Enjoy! And donate now with PayPal. Donate Now With PayPal!

MW Bro Joseph Fort Newton was a most prolific Masonic writer, and this Short Talk is timeless, timely, and poignant in ways few modern writers achieve. It explores, in Freemasonry, that religion in which all men agree. Enjoy! Donate now through Paypal! Donate Now With Paypal!

Brethren, This Short Talk illuminates no ritual, explains no allegories or symbols. It does, however, tell the tales of three Masonic chaplains, and particular incidents that do illuminate the vital role these Lodge officers play in the lives of the members. Enjoy! Donate! Donate Now With Paypal!

Brethren, this excellent Short Talk was written in 1988 by MW Bro Morris Budkofsky, PGM of CT, and is delivered by WBro David Koncz of United #8, Brunswick Maine. Here, we dive into the religion in which all men agree. Enjoy! Donate! Donate Now!

Today the Short Talk Bulletin Podcast is joined by RW Bro Peter Cutler, DDGM 14th, Maine, who takes us back to 1924, when this fundamental question was on the minds of many Masons, as it is today. It is widely held that this Short Talk should be head by every Master Mason. Enjoy! Donate! Donate Now!

After the Civil War, Freemasonry played a key role in bringing the country back together. One Masonic hero of that time was Bro Joshua Chamberlain, Past Master of United #8, Brunswick, Maine. Today’s Podcast is brought to us by Bro Rich Gravelin, also of United #8, Brunswick, Maine, who brings a sense of historical continuity. Enjoy! Donate! Donate Now!

Brethren, today the Short Talk Bulletin Podcast is joined by RW Bro Toby Williams, who brings us Truly Prepared. Do you recall how many times this was asked about you? Enjoy! Donate! Donate Now!!!

Today the Short Talk Bulletin Podcast is joined by RW Bro Peter Cutler, DDGM 14th, Maine, who brings us The Gloves, written by MW Bro Carl Claudy. Enjoy! Donate! Donate Now!!

Brethren, today the Short Talk Bulletin Podcast is joined by RW Bro. Lawrence (Larry) Bethune, current DGM of the GL of Massachusetts. He recently gave this Short Talk at the Celebration of St. John the Evangelist, and we are grateful to the GL of MA for providing the recording. Enjoy and donate! Donate Now!!!

Written in 1926 by Rev Dr Bro Joseph Fort Newton, this Short Talk explores a Mason’s duties to his erring Brother. Enjoy! Donate! Donate Now With Paypal!

Today the Short Talk Bulletin brings you The Secret. Written in 1941 by MW Bro Carl Claudy, this Short Talk, ironically, discusses that element of our Craft that can only be experienced. Enjoy! Donate! Donate Now!

Written in 1927 by Rev Dr Bro Joseph Fort Newton, this Short Talk explores that basic unit of Masonry. May these words resonate in your head as you sit in Lodge with your Brothers. Enjoy! And Donate! Donate Now!!!

Written by MW Carl Claudy, it is widely held that this Short Talk should be heard by all Masters and officers of every Masonic Lodge, including yours. Enjoy! And donate! Donate Now!

Written by Rev Dr Bro Joseph Fort Newton, today the Short Talk Bulletin Podcast brings you this discussion of the centerpiece of all Masonic Lodge rooms, and why it is what it is. Enjoy! And Donate! Donate Now!

Brethren, today the Short Talk Bulletin Podcast is joined by WBro David Koncz, United #8, Maine, who brings us this question: If you were on trial for being a Mason, would there be enough evidence to convict you? Enjoy! And Donate! Donate Now!

Today the Short Talk Bulletin Podcast brings you The Art Of Presiding, written by MW Bro Carl H. Claudy. It is widely held that all Masters of Masonic Lodges should hear this Short Talk, as should all line officers who intend to become Masters. If you know a Master, send this his way. Enjoy! And donate! Donate Now!

Written in 1967, this Short Talk was published a year after a book of the same name. It may excite you, it may raise your hackles, but as Masons, this is a freedom we must all recognize and exercise. Enjoy! And donate! Donate Now!

Brethren, on this President’s day we are joined by MW Bro Craig Hummel, Past Grand Master of Masons in Iowa, who brings us interesting and important information regarding our most excellent founding father. Enjoy, and donate! Donate Now!

This is the first Short Talk Bulletin ever, published in 1923, and sent to the member Lodges as the beginning of what would grow into the body of work known as the Short Talk Bulletins. This one is a little longer than most, but the historical perspective, for Masons, is invaluable. Enjoy! Donate Now!

Another excellent Short Talk by Rev Dr Bro Joseph Fort Newton, this Short Talk discusses Secrecy as it applies to our degrees, and how it applies as an allegory. Enjoy! Donate Now!!!

Written by Rev Dr Bro Joseph Fort Newton, This Short Talk discusses the inclusion of the Ruffians in the Hiramic legend: who they are (ourselves); what they represent (statecraft, priestcraft, and the mob mind); and how we defeat them. Enjoy! Donate Now!

Another excellent Short Talk written by Rev Dr and Bro Joseph Fort Newton, this topic explores those working tools of the Fellowcraft degree. Enjoy! Donate Now!

Written almost a hundred years ago by the Rev Dr Bro Joseph Fort Newton, this Short Talk is not meant to be an exhaustive study of the Great Light, but is a timely and thought-provoking reminder of the role it plays in Freemasonry and in our lives. Enjoy! Donate Now!

Written by Rev Dr Joseph Fort Newton, this Short Talk explores that most spiritual of our symbols. Enjoy! Donate Now!