Short Talk Bulletin

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written and is brought to us by MW Bro Brian J. Murphy, PGM – Montana. Here we have a timely and stirring discussion about our new members, starting with a quote from Socrates: “The secret of Change is to focus all your energy not on fighting the old, but building on the new.” Enjoy, and do share all of these podcast episodes with your brother...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by RW Rev Bro Richard D. Campbell, GCh – NY, first published in March 1986. Despite being written 40 years ago, this is just about as timely an episode as we’ll find. Here, we explore our motivations as men and Masons. May we all hear the call for connections of Brotherhood to prevail in all of our relationships. Enjoy, and...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Stephen M. L. Pollard, Executive Secretary of the MSA from 1977 – 1987, and is brought to us by VW Bro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Brunswick ME. Here we find some excellent stories about why men became Masons. I have presented this episode in several stated meetings in different Lodges, and it has been overwhelmi...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Rev Bro Lee S. Donahue. GCh – Quebec, first published in August 2000. The office of Chaplain was instituted in the early years of English speculative Freemasonry. Though Freemasonry is not a religion or a religious order, the office of Chaplain is one that exists in all lodges, and here is their story. Enjoy, and do share t...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was first published in November 1927, is by an unknown author, and is brought to us by RW Bro Pete Cutler, PDDGM 14th Maine. In Masonic symbolism, the Lambskin Apron holds precedence. It is the initial gift of Freemasonry to a candidate, and at the end of life’s pilgrimage, it is reverently placed on his mortal remains and buried, with his b...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Ill Bro Alphonse Cerza and was first published in November 1977. In this enlightening episode we discuss the three cardinal virtues expressed in the Entered Apprentice degree. For those of us who have been Masons for a while and for those who are new to the Craft, this discussion is well worth a seat in the Northeast corner. Enjoy,...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy, and is brought to us by Bro Alexander Peratore, Cornerston #216, Portland ME. Every Lodge in the world had a beginning, and how that happened is the interesting discussion here. Freemasons are encouraged to know the histories of their respective Lodges and Grand Lodges, and pay homage to those that have come befo...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Leon Zeldis, editor of the Israeli Freemason, and is brought to us by WBro John Rock, Solar Star #14, Bath ME. Color is deeply involved with Masonic symbolism, and here we find an excellent discussion. Also, we are celebrating more than 600,000 downloads of Podcast episodes. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast epis...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by the Rev Dr Bro Joseph Fort Newton, and is brought to us by Bro Alexander Peratore, Cornerstone #216, Portland ME. Dr. Newton is, indeed, one of the prolific voices in our gentle Craft, having penned many Short Talks, and several books, including “The Builders”, of which this is an excerpt. Enjoy, and do share this and al...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was first published in November 1953, is by an unknown author, and is brought to us by WBro John Rock, Solar Star #14, Bath ME. We all know the names of famous Masons: Washington, Revere, Franklin and Voltaire, to name a few. Our gentle Craft is just chock full of regular brothers, going about their duties, and yet providing great service and maki...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is taken from an address to the Grand Lodge of Kentucky at their annual communication, by the visiting Grand Master of Tennessee, Casey Hood. The recording of that address is presented 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 first published in November 1961, is by an unknown author, and is brought to us by Bro Alexander Peratore, Cornerstone #216, Portland ME. This Short Talk takes a deep dive into the history of America, naming and celebrating patriots, both Freemasons and non, and discusses motives for revolution, and for Freemasonry. Enjoy, and do share this es...

Brethren, these Short Talks on the same subject are brought to us by WBro John Rock, Solar Star #14, Bath ME, and were originally presented at the Southeastern Masonic Conference in Atlanta GA in August 1968 as part of a program dealing with the obligations of a Worshipful Master. Do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers, your Lodge, and especially your favorite WM.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro George Harrison, Past Grand Marshall – IA, and is brought to us by WBro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Brunswick ME. Tuckpointing is the process of removing old mortar and replacing it with new mortar on older brick and stone structures. Here we find an excellent allegorical discussion concerning how this idea relates...

Brethren, as has become tradition on this Podcast, In celebration of Independance day in these United States, we revisit this excellent Short Talk, written by an unknown author. Without further ado, please do share this with your brothers and your Lodge, and let freedom ring!

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was first published in December 1968, is by an unknown author, and is brought to us by Bro Alexander Peratore, Cornerstone #216, Portland ME. Since the dawn of time, man has been drawn to the pursuit of excellence, and here we find an excellent discussion of how this fact applies to our gentle Craft. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podca...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Rev RW Bro David R. Ritchie, PGCh – WI, and is brought to us by WBro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Brunswick ME. What do the rough sands of sea, the pinnacles of the temple, and the four winds of Heaven have in common? This is an excellent question, one that all speculative Masons may give consideration to. Here we find a...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was first published in June 1973, and is by an unknown author. “Who best can work? And best agree?” This noble contention, which we, as Freemasons, refer to as the only worthwhile contention to have, is one of the unique qualities of the Craft, compared to other societies. It is one of the things that make is Freemasons, and not someth...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is based on a book by author James Allen, and was first published in July 1961. “As a man thinketh, so is he.” How does this relate to us, as Freemasons? This episode really needs no further introduction, and it is the hope that this episode will be listened to by you, by your brothers and your Lodge, and by all who wish to understand...

Brethren, this SHort Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by IMW Ill Robert L. Pugh, 33rd, PGM – NC, and is brought to us by WBro John Rock, Solar Star #14, Bath ME. Joseph Hewes, patriot and large ship owner, was born to Quaker parents on a small farm in New Jersey. This brother eventually became the first Secretary of the Navy, and here we find his story. Enjoy, and do share this and...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy and first published in December 1940. Interestingly, this bulletin discusses that which cannot be explained, only experienced. 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 Carl Claudy, and is brought to us by Bro Alexander Paratore, Cornerstone Lodge, Portland ME. Ethos is defined as the characteristic spirit, disposition or tendency of a people or community regarded as an endowment, and expressed in their customs and tastes, or the genius of an institution or system. Here, we find an excellent...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by WBro Michael Kaalback, PM – Charles W. Moore Lodge, Fitchburg MA, and is brought to us by WBro David Koncz, PM – United #8, Brunswick ME. John Paul Jones is probably the best known naval figure of the Revolutionary War. He went to sea from his birthplace in Kirkcugbright, Scotland, at the age of 12. Here we find his stor...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy and first published in October 1960. This is not the first time that this episode has appeared in this Podcast, and it will not be the last, because the lessons contained in this most important of our working tools deserves frequent scrutiny. Used, as it is, for our noble and glorious purpose of spreading the ceme...

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by RW Bro James P. W. Goss, GH – VT, and is brought to us by WBro John Rock, Solar Star #14, Bath ME. The Moon in Masonic history goes as far back as one cares to look, and here we find an excellent look back. Enjoy, do share this and all of these episodes with your brothers and your Lodge, and do attempt to visit a Moon Lodge.