The Mason Minute
Musings From the Mind Of Kevin Mason; a retired radio guy who just won't give up the microphone.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 1 minutes
- Episodes
- 1079
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Death Threats (MM #4829)
At this stage in life, it takes a lot to shock me. But I read something the other day that stunned me and made me question just how unhinged our world is becoming. And this has nothing to do with pol…
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Tue 11 Jun 2024
Cell Phone Ban (MM #4828)
Many school boards across the country are having serious discussions. They want to institute a cell phone ban for students. The school systems feel that smartphones offer too many distractions. Text …
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Mon 10 Jun 2024
Alligators (MM #4827)
Even though we live in the city, we have critters all around us. Things like deer and skunks are almost commonplace. Every now and then, we'll hear stories of wolves and bears nearby. That doesn't ha…
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Sun 09 Jun 2024
Saying Farewell (MM #4826)
I've spent a lot of time around famous people throughout my life. And it must be rough. Even though being a celebrity, musician, TV star, or actor gets tiring, they never really want the adoring fans…
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Sat 08 Jun 2024
Harmful Chemicals (MM #4825)
It seems that every time I open my news reader, there's a new story about some food recall. So much of what we eat or drink is filled with harmful chemicals. Is this a new problem, or does it seem wo…
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Fri 07 Jun 2024
Ad Break (MM #4824)
If you spend a lot of time on social media, you've likely encountered a feed filled with ads. Even though everything you do online is tracked, and the sites make money from your data, they want more.…
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Thu 06 Jun 2024
Cola Wars (MM #4823)
If you drink soda or pop if you prefer, you're probably familiar with the cola wars. This battle has been going on for decades between Coke and Pepsi. Most people fall into either one of the two camp…
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Wed 05 Jun 2024
Track Your Data (MM #4822)
Consumers today are frustrated. And that's putting things mildly. Businesses continue to raise prices and decrease service. They're trying to push the limits without losing customers. For many, it's …
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Tue 04 Jun 2024
More School (MM #4821)
The school year has wrapped up for more students here in Middle Tennessee. And the last thing many kids want is more school. Now, I'm not talking about summer school. But I noticed a trend around tow…
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Mon 03 Jun 2024
High Beams (MM #4820)
I've been driving for a long time. But I can close my eyes and still remember my first driver's test like it was yesterday. I spent hours pouring through the test materials, ensuring I knew all the r…
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Sun 02 Jun 2024
Standing In The Sun (MM #4819)
I often think back to my younger days and some of the silly things I did. Okay, I did some stupid stuff, too. When we're young, we don't think about the future. I'm reminded of this every day when I …
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Sat 01 Jun 2024
Stay Back (MM #4818)
I've long wondered why dump truck companies are allowed to put signs on the back of their trucks telling you they aren't responsible for damage to your vehicle if something flies out of their back en…
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Fri 31 May 2024
Watching Cartoons (MM #4817)
The other day, we mentioned that Cartoon Network was programming less to kids and gearing much of the day toward adults. Youngsters just aren't watching the cartoons like they used to. It makes sense…
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Thu 30 May 2024
Tattoos (MM #4816)
Throughout my lifetime, tattoos have grown in popularity. When I was growing up, the only time you saw one was on grizzled old Navy vets. Today, they're almost everywhere. Roughly one-third of Americ…
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Wed 29 May 2024
Cut The Cord (MM #4815)
As TV viewership continues to shrink, the cost of cable TV continues to rise. We often hear stories of those who opt to cut the cord rather than pay for channels they don't want. High-speed internet …
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Tue 28 May 2024
Flag Flying (MM #4814)
It's Memorial Day here in the United States, which kicks off a six-week period where we celebrate three of the biggest flay flying holidays. I'm fascinated that we celebrate Memorial Day, Flag Day, a…
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Mon 27 May 2024
BBQ Season (MM #4813)
Many consider Memorial Day weekend to be the unofficial kick-off to summer. And that means BBQ season is underway, too. Or should I write it as barbecue season? That's another podcast for another day…
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Sun 26 May 2024
Double Dose (MM #4812)
If you live throughout the Midwest or South, you're likely dealing with an immense amount of noise. This year, we're getting a double dose of cicadas. I'm no expert, but if I remember correctly, the …
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Sat 25 May 2024
Long Weekend (MM #4811)
For many, the Memorial Day weekend is a three-day celebration. The concept of a long weekend isn't something I've dealt with through most of my life. Growing up, my father never got an extended holid…
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Fri 24 May 2024
Bus Stop (MM #4810)
If you head to work during the morning commute, you like to pass by a bus stop or two. Some may be for the city bus if your city has that service. But no matter where you live, you will likely encoun…
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Thu 23 May 2024
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