Hank Griffin Podcast

“I’m not proud of the idea of having stolen someone’s dog. Neither could I stand the idea of her living in those conditions. In the end, I suppose I’ve learned to live with my choice. If I had it to do over - I’d do it over again.”

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Here is found the very beginning of a life long friendship shared by and old man and little boy. Please share this episode with someone you love.

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Hank openly discusses dealing with Parkinson’s Disease, the value of having good friends, neighbors, and brothers. He talks about married life, struggling to run errands, his relationship with important friends, and more. Throughout, Hank focuses on the positive while trying to overcome challenges and all the while seeking to inspire others who may be struggling and operating under the mistaken belief they no longer have anything to offer.

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The boys listen as Uncle Carl relates how his family came to Texas. Escape from the Dust Bowl. A family member falls ill. Uncle Carl and the boys enjoy an unusual supper.

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Question:

Do you prefer the style of story telling used here or do you prefer to hear Hank tell his stories in the less formal manner where in he relates the story along with stories within the story? An example of this is found in the episode, “Momma, am I going to Hell?” or the, “Happy Mother’s Day 2023” episode. Your feedback will help the podcast evolve and grow.

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Hank recounts what may be his very first memory. A trip across the Great Chihuahua desert to Mesa, Arizona from Beautiful, East Texas. Picking wild blackberries. The satisfaction that comes from contributing. Hank briefly introduces his father, “Dub.” Momma, makes blackberry jelly.

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Happy Mother’s Day!

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The Mormon missionaries are at the door. Now what? Its easy. Just be kind. Tell them you know me and that I say, “Hey!”

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Hank commiserates with those who discover that the missionaries are at the door at just the wrong, or perhaps right, moment. He relates the uncertainty and worry of those families who send their children out in the world. He offers advice in dealing with the two young people at your door.

Interesting facts shared in this episode:

* Dearest Love lived with a Masonic family while away on her mission.

* At nearly the same time Dearest Love’s sister served her mission just outside of Beautiful, East Texas.

In just a few minutes, You’ve Been Hanked might well change your perspective on the Mormon missionaries - forever.

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Why are you a Mason? What is it about Freemasonry that called to you? If you aren’t a Mason but are interested, why aren’t you a Mason? What is it that Masons do to make themselves and the world around the better? Is there a place for women and children in Masonry? All this and more in this episode of, You’ve Been Hanked.

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On this episode of, You’ve Been Hanked

Unrequited young love. Scorpions and razorblades. The lovely spirit of Beautiful, East Texas. The first of many, many, many times I discovered a girl upon whom I had a crush, was convinced of my inevitable damnation. The Masonic Lodge on the edge of the school yard. Good trees sprout good fruit.

And my sweet old, Momma. Hey, Momma! :)

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Hank discusses the intersection of East Texas, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and, Freemasonry. He expresses a desire to see the three principle stakeholders of the, You’ve Been Hanked community begin to get to know each other better and discusses how to do it.

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Hank introduces his listeners to, “Uncle Carl.” Discusses his preparations to serve a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and reveals his membership in the Masonic fraternity. Enjoy this episode of, You’ve Been Hanked while working, driving, walking, running, or just sitting quietly. Its a good one!

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