• The Architecture Of Masonry V32N6
    May 7 2026

    Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is from the golden pen of MW Bro Carl H. Claudy, and is brought to us by Bro Chad Lacek, Dundee Lodge #190, Carpentersville IL. What Freemasonry omits is often as interesting as what it includes. Masonry was built on, in, around, and beside many buildings, not just one. Here is part of that story. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

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    16 mins
  • We Can Do It V46N10
    May 4 2026

    Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode is condensed from a paper presented by WBro Alan E. Roberts to the Conference On Masonic Education, and is brought to us by MW Bro Russ Charvonia, PGM – CA. We CAN do it. We can take the men who come to our door seeking Light, and turn them into lifelong, passionate Masons, and not just members. Here, we find an excellent discussion about just how this is possible. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

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    21 mins
  • An Action Team In Action V65N10
    Apr 30 2026

    Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was adapted from an article in the Fall 1987 edition of The Freemason, the official publication of the Grand Lodge A. F. & A. M. of Missouri, and is brought to us by Bro George Koutrokois of Acacia #121, Durham ME. Here we find an interesting tale, similar to one that may have happened in your Lodge, and well deserving of consideration by all who wish for something more for and from said Lodge. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

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    10 mins
  • The Solicitation Rule V61N2
    Apr 23 2026

    Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Exceedingly Worshipful Bro Alphonse Cerza and first published in February 1983. Every Freemason knows, at least in a general way, that there is a rule against soliciting anyone to become a member of our gentle Craft. This rule, however, is misunderstood and misapplied by many members. Here, we find an excellent explanation of this rule, and how and why it might, or might not, apply. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

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    13 mins
  • The VSL V104N4
    Apr 19 2026

    Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by BrT.G. Winning. Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Scotland, and is brought to us by Masonic Audio Guild member Bro Bob Cooper. Originally written in 1969 for the Grand Lodge of Scotland yearbook, such ‘old’ discussions and opinions can give us some insight into the way Freemasons (in this case, in Scotland) thought about various Masonic subjects. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

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    11 mins
  • Masons At The Battle Of Gettysburg
    Apr 16 2026

    Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Sheldon A. Munn of LaFayette Lodge #194, Selinsgrove PA. When I contacted his Lodge, I learned that he had joined the Great Architect some years ago, but the PM and current Secretary of LaFayette Lodge #194, WBro Glen Bickhart, graciously agreed to read this STB in Bro Munn’s place. Here, we find a telling of one of the greatest battles of the Civil War, in which there were Masons on both sides at the beginning, middle, and end. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

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    14 mins
  • William Preston V1N2
    Apr 13 2026

    Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro J. Hugo Tatsch, and is the second STB ever published, from February of 1923. Here we find discussion of one of the most influential of modern Masons; the author of the so-called Prestonian Lectures. Enjoy a scoop of our rich, Masonic history, and do share all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

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    19 mins
  • Sanctum Sanctorum V22N7
    Apr 9 2026

    Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast is from the golden pen of MW Bro Carl Claudy, and first published in July 1944, as the world was in the throes of WWII. In it, we are instructed about the history and significance of that most holy of places, and we are informed about why such places are represented in all Masonic Lodges. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.

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    17 mins