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
- 1080
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Corned Beef Hash (MM #4630)
I love breakfast, and I love corned beef hash. I can't remember when I first tried it, but it was love at first bite. But I quickly found that only some make good hash. In the South, it's tough to fi…
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Sat 25 Nov 2023
Avoid Shopping (MM #4629)
I've always loved to shop, but today is a day that I avoid shopping if I can. Sure, you can get great deals on Black Friday, but is it worth the hassle? These days, the day after Thanksgiving isn't…
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Fri 24 Nov 2023
Over The River (MM #4628)
Whether traveling over the river and through the woods or just down the street, Thanksgiving travel can be a hassle. The roads aren't just busy; people are impatient. It's been that way for a few d…
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Thu 23 Nov 2023
Dessert (MM #4627)
I love dessert. It's my favorite meal of the day. Just take one look at me, and you can see I haven't missed very many throughout the years. And while I don't eat dessert daily, I think about it, …
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Wed 22 Nov 2023
Speeding (MM #4626)
Drivers have been testing speed limits since they first appeared in the early 1900s. But speeding has become a significant problem in recent years. Sure, many people drive five or ten miles above t…
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Tue 21 Nov 2023
After The Game (MM #4625)
Friday, we decided to surprise my sister-in-law and her family by attending the Semi-State playoff game in which two of her sons played. We didn't tell our nephews beforehand because we didn't want t…
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Mon 20 Nov 2023
A Face For Radio (MM #4624)
People have claimed that you have to be pretty to work on television for decades. Since the radio business employs many people who aren't that attractive, there's a running joke that disc jockeys ha…
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Sun 19 Nov 2023
Clogged Nozzle (MM #4623)
Last weekend, I realized something when I was getting ready to head out to run some errands. I've been using hairspray for around 50 years. As a preteen, I had long hair and consistently had problems…
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Sat 18 Nov 2023
Bundle Of Nerves (MM #4622)
I don't often get nervous. I attribute that to my years tagging along with my father throughout his radio and TV career, followed by my 25+ year media career. I've been on stage in front of tens of…
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Fri 17 Nov 2023
Changes At The Checkout (MM #4621)
In recent years, there has been much discussion about retailers converting from cashiers to self-checkout. However, this change has frustrated many customers and reduced job opportunities at some st…
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Thu 16 Nov 2023
Weight Loss Drugs (MM #4620)
There's been a lot of talk recently about medications targeted for type 2 diabetes finding use as weight loss drugs. You can't miss the ads for products like Ozempic and Wegovy. And if you're plus-s…
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Wed 15 Nov 2023
Locked Away (MM #4619)
Retail theft has been an issue for a long time. During uncertain economic times, crime increases. And while solo shoplifters were once the biggest concern, now stores are fighting organized theft r…
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Tue 14 Nov 2023
Temporary Tags (MM #4618)
As I've learned over the years, each state has a different policy when you apply for new license plates. In nearly every state, you're likely to get temporary tags. Some states issue a piece of pap…
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Mon 13 Nov 2023
Green Goddess (MM #4617)
The other day, I saw a Panera Bread commercial that took me down memory lane. The ad mentioned a new sandwich that featured a Green Goddess spread. It took me back to the days of a salad dressing fro…
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Sun 12 Nov 2023
Space Force (MM #4616)
If you've listened to the Mason Minute for even a short time, you know that I sometimes go down strange rabbit holes. Today's subject is a prime example. It's Veterans Day, a day to honor those who…
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Sat 11 Nov 2023
Lost Continent (MM #4615)
For as long as anyone can remember, scientists have studied the origins of our planet. They want to know all they can about how Pangaea split into the continents we see today. But parts of Southeast …
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Fri 10 Nov 2023
Awards Shows (MM #4614)
I love the theory of televised awards shows. Like many, I watched last night's CMA Awards. And while there were some enjoyable parts, I found most of the show hard to watch. It had nothing to do w…
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Thu 09 Nov 2023
Minor Celebrities (MM #4613)
I've discussed this topic a few times throughout the years. I've long been fascinated with our obsession with celebrity culture. Sure, I understand when a big star like Matthew Perry dies unexpectedl…
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Wed 08 Nov 2023
No Caller ID (MM #4612)
When I was a kid, I always got excited when the phone rang. You never knew who was calling. Today, thanks to modern technology, we usually know who's trying to reach out. Of course, 90% of the cal…
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Tue 07 Nov 2023
Another First (MM #4611)
Nashville just scored another first. Forbes Home has crowned Nashville the city with the worst commute. It beat out cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Houston. They didn't just base the rankin…
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Mon 06 Nov 2023
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