Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by RW Bro Alexander A. Bleimann, PDDGM, Editor of Publications and Fellow of the American Lodge of Research, New York, and is brought to us by WBro "Big Papa" TJ Olson, Somerset Lodge #34, Skowhegan ME. Frequently the MSA is asked about the connection between Freemasonry and the Society of the Cincinnati. Actually, there is none other than that many prominent military Freemasons (particularly of that time) belonged to both organizations. Probably, a connection is made because of George Washington’s influence and membership in both groups. 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 Conrad Hahn, and is brought to us by WBro Bill Vivian, GP - ME. This year marks the 293rd Anniversary of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts. It was formed during that historic period between the witch trials and the start of the Revolutionary War, and has been a part of the history of our nation. It has witnessed great strides in the development of society and history and particularly in the evolution of Freemasonry in the United States. 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 Bro John H. Watts, and is brought to us by Bro Brian Ellis, PGSD - ME. A recent Masonic Publication had the following item: "Cannibals do not eat clowns because they have a funny taste." There is a poem that has the following: “Little deeds of kindness, little grains of sand. . . .” Masonry has always been known for its little deeds of kindness, especially at a local level, long before the government took over many of the charitable works formerly the province of Masonry. Here is the story of just such a deed. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode has been adapted from guidelines published by the Illinois Lodge of Research, and is brought to us by WBro "Big Papa" TJ Olson, Somerset Lodge #34, Skowhegan ME. Developing the ability to write a paper can be beneficial to a person in his vocation, in his church work, and in his community projects. There is great demand for persons who can do research work and write papers and make speeches within the Craft. 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 H. Claudy, and is brought to us by Bro Brian Ellis, PSGD - ME. What has become of the symbol of the Key in modern Freemasonry? It seems to have gone the way of the Skirret and Pencil, when we should celebrate it as one of our oldest and most enduring Symbol. Here we find some of the mythology of the Key, it's uses and meanings. Enjoy, and do share this and all of the Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by MW Bro Conrad Hahn, and is brought to us by WBro Bill Vivian, PGP - ME. The cost of independence for our forbears was great indeed, and they paid with their fortunes and lives. Here is some of that story. 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 a “Masonic Culture” handbook, issued by the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. We have extracted several items which came from the inspired pen of Brother MW William A. Carpenter written many years ago. They stand the test of time. 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 Conrad Hahn, and is brought to us by WBro Michael Blum, Solar Star #14, Bath ME. Here we find an excellent discussion of that almost unanswerable question: did a form of Freemasonry exist in the city of York, England, in the year A.D. 926? 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 H. Claudy, and is brought to us by WBro Michael Blum, PM - Solar Star #14, Bath ME. The history of our gentle craft extends back into the mists of time, but real, solid evidence extends back to 1390, and the origin of our oldest document, the Regius Manuscript. Here is some of that story. 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 brought to us by Bro Mark Shilo, Philanthropic Lodge, Marblehead MA. This Short Talk is Part 2 on the life of George Washington. We again would like to thank the Mt. Vernon Ladies’ Association of the Union and Mr. James Rees, Associate Director, for its preparation. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.