Short Talk Bulletin

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is from the golden pen of MW Bro Carl Claudy, and was first published in December of 1926. Here we find an imaginative tale of the WM of a small, country Lodge, who is dissatisfied with his Lodge’s relative unimportance in the community, and the testimonies of community members who think otherwise. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these P...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was first published in May of 1977, and is the work of RW Bro Forham D. Tabor, Past Grand Representative of the Grand Lodge of Belgium near the Grand Lodge of New York.. At this time of year in cities and towns across America,, we honor those whose measure of patriotism was the sacrifice of life itself. We pay tribute to those who have given their...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written in March of 2005 by Bro Mark A. Tabbert, and is brought to us by VW Bro David Koncz, PM – United @8, Brunswick ME. Here we find and interesting explanation of the devices of symbols and rituals, and how they have succeeded in transmitting the excellent tents of our profession through the ages. Enjoy, and do share this and all of...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is from the golden pen of MW Bro Carl H. Claudy, and was first published in March of 1936. Here we find an excellent discussion of the Charges of a Freemason, from the Apron charge to the installation of a Grandmaster. 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 in 1993 by Bro Homer L. Zumwalt, and is brought to us by VW Bro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Brunswick ME. Here we find an examination of the historical possibilities of the Winding Staircase as part of the Temple built by King Solomon, and the liklihood of its existence. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was first published in May of 1924, and is the work of Rev Dr Bro Joseph Fort Newton. Here we visit the Compasses, rarely seen without the square, but whose lessons all Masons depend upon. 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 first published in April of 1958, and is by an unknown author. Who guards the west gate? The Tyler? Or do we all fulfill that necessary role? Here we find an excellent discussion of just this question. 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 Russell Herner, PM Robe Lodge #534, Monroeville OH, and was first published in June of 2018. As we are now in the season of graduations and degrees, here we find a connection to our ancient and operative Masons. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is from the golden pen of MW Bro Carl H. Claudy, and was first published in April of 1937. Here we find an excellent discussion of the third round of Jacob’s Ladder, Charity, and why this is considered the greatest of the three. 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 in 1989 by RW Bro Allen D. Wakeham, and brought to us by VW Bro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Maine. As of this writing, there have now been more than 200,000 Short Talk Bulletin Podcast downloads, which says a great deal about the thirst for Masonic information in today’s world, and here is yet another. Enjoy, and do share...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was first published in September of 1964, and is as timeless as wisdom gets among Masons. This is directed especially towards all newly made Master Masons, but also towards every brother who remembers the time he was offered a seat among the brethren, feeling that he really belongs now. This is the response to give when offered that seat: “W...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast Episode was written by the Rev Dr and MW Bro Joseph Fort Newton, and it gets right down to the root of who Masons are and what we believe in and stand for, and despite having been written almost 100 years ago, these timeless and timely words are as relevant today as they ever were. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your broth...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl H. Claudy of the golden pen, and was first published in November of 1958. “You now stand as a just and upright Mason, and I give it you strictly in charge ever to walk and act as such.” These words, familiar to all Masons, point out to the newly-made Mason that every good Craftsman must become a living perpen...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is from April of 2021, is the work of RW Bro David R. Ritchie, GJW – WI, and is brought to us by WBro Ed “Andy” Caron, WM of United #8, Brunswick, ME. Here we find an interesting perspective on our lives, Masonic and otherwise, which is best expressed by the term “Relax” Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podca...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is the work of MW Ill Bro Frederic H. Stevens, PGM – Philippines, and is brought to us by VW Bro David Koncz, PM United #8, Brunswick, ME. Here, Bro Stevens sums up the work of Albert Pike in saying that the lessons taught in Freemasonry are meant to elevate the basic goodness of man. What follows is needful hearing for every Mason. Enjoy, a...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was first published in February of 1958, and is the work of MW Bro Carl H. Claudy. It is true that Freemasonry has a body, a mind, and a soul, much like our own selves, and here we find a most excellent discussion of The Five Senses, and their relationship to our gentle Craft. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your br...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was first published in December of 1994, and is brought to us by VW Bro David Koncz, PM of United #8, Brunswick ME. Here we find a statement about the generous work that the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry has been and continues to do for children. It must be noted that the numbers denoted herein reflect 1994, and the current numbers are substantiall...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is the work of MW Bro Carl H. Claudy, and was first published in March of 1940. Here we find a most interesting story about a man from a small town who happened to forget his wallet at Lodge, and what happened when he went back to retrieve 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, The Masterkey, was first published in June of 1984. It is the work of RW Bro Lawrence C. Helms, PGO – OR, and is brought to us by VW Bro David Koncz, PM United #8, ME. If any of you out there have encountered, or are, a brother who bemoans the idea that Freemasonry is a dying relic of the past with no bearing on the future, this Short Talk...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode, Masonic Expectations, is the work of Bro Eugene Harrett, and is brought to us by VW Bro David Koncz, PM – United #8, ME. Here we find an excellent discussion of two fundamental questions: what did you expect from Freemasonry? And what did Freemasonry expect from you? Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with you brothe...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by RW Bro Elbridge Brewer, Past Grand Chaplain of the Grand Lodge of Ohio, and was first published in August of 2017. The Masonic philosophy of the Brotherhood of Man under the Fatherhood of God threatened the order of the world, and it’s contributions to and influence on the world since can hardly be overestimated. Enjoy, and do...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode, The Handicapped Brother, was written by MW Bro Kenneth H. Sternkopf, and is brought to us by VW Bro David Koncz, PM – United #8 Maine. Here we find a shining example of how a brother overcame adversity and served the Craft in an outstanding manner. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin episode was first published in November of 1933, and is brought to us by RW Bro Dex Rowe, PDDGM 8th – VT. The title of this episode, Women Freemasons, might cause concern and unease among some individuals, but let not your minds be troubled. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with you brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode, The Blazing Star, was first published in March of 1965. Here we find an interesting discussion of one of humanity’s oldest symbols, and a rich source of ideas for speculative labors. 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 first published in May of 1963, and is brought to us by WBro Donald Cyr, PM – Freeport #23, Maine. Secrecy is a big item on many Masonic agendas, yet many Masons struggle with keeping secrets within the context of personal or professional relationships. So, what can you tell? Here is addressed that very question. Enjoy, and do share this...