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Brethren, when the Short Talk Bulletin “9 Questions” was released in 1938, the response was robust and enthusiastic, and the author and MSANA Secretary, Carl Claudy, was encouraged to write more like it. We have had the same result with the Podcast, so, here we find the follow-up to “9 Questions”, specifically “9 More Questions”, […]
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy, and is brought to us by Bro Erick Weiss, Freeport #23 and Bristol #74, Maine. To relieve the distressed is a duty incumbent on all, but particularly on Masons, who are linked together by an indissoluble chain of sincere affection. To soothe the […]
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin was written by MW Bro Carl Claudy, and is brought to us by MW Bro Russ Charvonia, PGM – CA. The human heart exalts in tales of devotion to duty. Every child knows of the boy who stood on the burning ship, when all others had fled. Tales come from […]
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin was written and is brought to us by Bro S. Joseph Esshagian, PGO – CA. This Short Talk was originally presented to an assemblage of Masons of all faiths and persuasions, in Jerusalem, during a trip to Israel organized by the Grand Lodge of California. We can all agree that […]
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 […]
Doug Russell is Former Master of Southern California Research Lodge, where he served for seven years as Editor in Chief of the monthly Masonic magazine, Fraternal Review. He is a retired psychotherapist and educator who has studied Ageless Wisdom teachings and practiced meditation for over 50 years. He is a certified meditation instructor and officer in the Academy of Reflection—a chartered body within the Scottish Rite for brothers wanting to integrate contemplative practice with their Masonic experience. His articles have been published in The Journal of the Masonic Society, The Short Talk Bulletin, and in Philalethes, The Journal of Masonic Research & Letters. He is currently doing research and writing on the Esoteric Art of Memory.Brother Russell is presenting “Freemasonry in Academic Studies of Western Esotericism” at EFC2022. We talk a little about his paper and much more about his history and background with meditation and psychology.Support the show
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin was first published in January 1933, and is brought to us by RW Bro Dex Rowe, PDDGM 9th – VT. Through all the traveling that Masons do, in all the places around the world that we visit, there is always affection in our hearts for our Mother Lodge. Here, we […]
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin was written and brought to us by Jennifer Maynard, Past Grand Representative of the Order of Eastern Star of Ohio. To celebrate the recent birthday of Dr. Rob Morris, founder of the Order of Eastern Star and PGM – KY, this is a heartwarming story about the nature of events […]
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin was written by MW Bro Carl H. Claudy, and was first published in November of 1939. From the safety and comfort of our Lodge, a Mason's perspective of the world may be a different one than the outsider looking in. Here, we have an excellent discussion about our views of […]
Civility, conversations on how to regain civility in society.
This is a rebroadcast of the Short Talk Bulletin podcast interview with Russ Charvonia on the Urgency of Civility. Short Talk Bulletin is a Masonic publication and podcast with a Masonic focus. It is published by the Masonic Service Association of North America.
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin was first published in May of 1939, and is from the golden pen of MW Bro Carl Claudy. This episode also contains a picture, which is the composite of the faces of some 150 Master Masons. Do share this Podcast episode and this picture 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 […]
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin was written by MW Bro Robert A. Hockstead, then GM of Masons in Michigan, and was originally presented to a seminar of the Ancient Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. Here we have an interesting discussion, whose sub-title is “Building Relations With The Blue Lodge”. Enjoy, and do […]
Brethren, this Podcast episode is the third Short Talk Bulletin ever published, from March of 1923, and is brought to us by RW Bro Peter Cutler, DDGM 14th, Maine. Here we find almost the very beginning of the timeless truths our esteemed Brothers decided to send out to every Lodge, to be heard by every […]
Brethren, Happy Thanksgiving! For this special episode of the Short Talk Bulletin Podcast we are joined by Bro Jim Cox, of Redlands Lodge #300, Redlands, CA. Bro Cox wrote and produced this short drama, and while not strictly a Short Talk Bulletin, we at the MSA felt that it would make an excellent Podcast episode. […]
In this episode we take a look at several of the Masonic podcasts that are out there. What is a Mason? - https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Ifbcbvaqoviypcdhpzo6g2et43u Whence Came You? - https://wcypodcast.com/ Short Talk Bulletin - https://shorttalkbulletin.com/ International Brotherhood of Freemasons - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/international-brotherhood-of-freemasons-podcast/id1406203694 The Masonic Roundtable - https://www.themasonicroundtable.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sslodge357/support
Brethren, this episode brings to you the current Short Talk Bulletin from August of 2019. It was written by the father/son and brothers team of RW Bro Brian Louis Chaytor and Bro Brian Lawrence Chaytor, of Claude M. Kent Lodge #681, Oakville, Ontario, Canada, and is brought to you today by the son of the […]
Brethren, the Short Talk Bulletin rarely addresses contemporary events, instead opting towards more timeless wisdom. However, with the 50th anniversary of the Apollo moon landing, it seems an appropriate time to revisit this Short Talk, published the month after the assassination of President Kennedy. In it, we as Masons are encouraged to mourn, but then […]
When MW Bro Carl Claudy wrote the Short Talk Bulletin “9 Questions” in 1938, the response was quite robust in appreciation and requesting more like that one. When that bulletin went out recently as a Short Talk Bulletin Podcast, there was a similar robust response. Therefore, as Bro Claudy did in 1938, the STBPodcast today […]
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!
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!
Whence Came You? - Freemasonry discussed and Masonic research for today's Freemason
This week we feature a Short Talk Bulletin which is patriotic in nature and a famous Freemason segment as well.Thanks for listening and have a fantastic week!
Whence Came You? - Freemasonry discussed and Masonic research for today's Freemason
This week we have some news, a great Short Talk Bulletin and a famous Freemason segment. App extras include the Short Talk Bulletin and a Masonic wallpaper for your mobile device. Thanks for listening everyone!!!
Whence Came You? - Freemasonry discussed and Masonic research for today's Freemason
This week we have a “Short Talk Bulletin” that I didn't get to last week. In addition I also have a short piece published by a senator in the late 1800s and a famous Freemason. App extras include the second paper and a Masonic wallpaper. Have a great week everyone and thanks for listening!