Short Talk Bulletin

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!

Written by the Rev Dr and MW Bro Joseph Fort Newton, this Short Talk 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! Donate Now!

Written by RW Bro David Williamson, Grand Chaplain Emeritus of New York and brought to us by Bro Colin Briton, this Short Talk discusses these elements of the Craft, and reminds us of these essential facets of Brotherhood. Enjoy!

It is not Freemasonry’s job to take political positions, and this Short Talk is not intended as one. At the same time, it IS the job of the Craft to defend and support that upon which our future depends. This episode is dedicated to those among us engaged in and dedicated to such crucial work. Donate Now!

Today we are joined by Bro S. Joseph Esshagian, Past Grand Orator of the Grand Lodge of California, who brings us a story of having dinner in a Lodge in Jerusalem. Among the members present were Jews, Christians and Muslims, demonstrating what true brotherhood is about.

Written by MW Rev Dr Joseph Fort Newton, this Short Talk explores the meanings that the Craft has attached to the Letter G, and is an excellent listen, especially for those Masons who have passed the FC degree.

Originally published in 1972, this short talk explores some of what it means to address another by this sacred appellation. Enjoy!