Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Ill Bro Alphonse Cerza, 33rd, Riverside Lodge #862, Riverside IL, and is brought to us by VW Bro Ambrose Dawson, DER 14th ME, PM – Acacia #121, Durham ME. While Freemasonry in its present form has existed around 300 years, there have always been associations resembling this great Fraternity. Such groups were formed at various times and in many places because man is fundamentally a social creature; he has an inherent need for friendship, love, and association with others. Here we find some of this story. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.