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
- 1081
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Emotions (MM #4451)
Scientists have been studying human emotions for years. And there are many thoughts and misconceptions that they have found. Some people think that our emotional behaviors get imprinted; at birth. …
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Tue 30 May 2023
Missing In Action (MM #4450)
While I've always felt strongly about Memorial Day, this year, the meaning of this holiday hits closer to home. Earlier this year, I discovered that I had a family member who lost his life in servic…
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Mon 29 May 2023
Favorite Day (MM #4449)
If you ask someone their favorite day of the year, many would say their birthday, wedding anniversary, or a holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving. I know I've said it before, but my favorite day is…
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Sun 28 May 2023
Office Small Talk (MM #4448)
Most workplaces are somewhat similar, especially when it involves office small-talk. In most workplaces, you're only close to a few people. But since there are many people in the office you only kn…
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Sat 27 May 2023
Pay Cuts (MM #4447)
Many companies continue to struggle with the balance between going back to the office and working from home. While many business owners want to turn back the clock to a pre-covid world, workers have…
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Fri 26 May 2023
Safe Deposit Boxes (MM #4446)
If you've ever watched any cops and robbers storylines on TV or in the movies, you've likely seen bank robbers stealing from safe deposit boxes. Soon, they may be a thing of the past. Many financia…
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Thu 25 May 2023
Publicity Stunt (MM #4445)
I viewed the world from a marketing perspective long before I knew what marketing was. Media and advertising hype are things I started noticing even at a young age. So, at this point in my life, I …
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Wed 24 May 2023
Going to Court (MM #4444)
In today's world, if people or companies can't get what they want, they're quick to hire a lawyer. Sometimes a lawsuit makes sense. But, then, often, it seems like it's just a test of endurance. T…
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Tue 23 May 2023
AM Radio (MM #4443)
As we get older, many people accuse us of being stuck in the past. Sometimes, it's true; we get sentimental remembering the good ole days. Like many baby boomers, I grew up on AM radio. And, of co…
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Mon 22 May 2023
Harmony (MM #4442)
Like most, music has always played an integral part in my life. Some of my earliest memories involve music. It likely explains why my career path. Becoming a professional singer was never an optio…
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Sun 21 May 2023
Rice Krispie Treats (MM #4441)
One of the many sweet treats I enjoyed when I was young was Rice Krispie Treats. On the back of the box, you could always find the recipe. Or was it on the side? They were easy to make and fun to …
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Sat 20 May 2023
Mix Your Flavors (MM #4440)
The Coca-Cola Freestyle machines have become extremely popular in recent years. They let you create hundreds of variations for your favorite soft drink. The machine's popularity has inspired anothe…
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Fri 19 May 2023
Features On Demand (MM #4439)
Automakers aren't happy with the money they're making these days. Even though monthly new car payments average over $700, they're looking for new ways to make money. BMW was the first to start offe…
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Thu 18 May 2023
Blaming Others (MM #4438)
Lately, there's been a lot of talk about mental health, but very little seems to get done. Any time there is gun violence, mental health comes into play. And for some people, it's a big issue. But…
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Wed 17 May 2023
Driver-Assist (MM #4437)
While there's been so much talk in recent years about self-driving vehicles, you don't hear many people discussing driver-assist technology. So many of our cars now come equipped with tools that are…
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Tue 16 May 2023
On Strike (MM #4436)
The world of labor relations has changed a lot throughout my lifetime. When I was much younger, the news frequently included stories where factory workers in many industries went on strike. But som…
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Mon 15 May 2023
Lucky Man (MM #4435)
I've never thought of myself as being a lucky man. Nothing has ever come easy. This fact doesn't honestly bother me. I'm willing to put in the work to accomplish the things I want. But a few thin…
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Sun 14 May 2023
Sour Patch Kids (MM #4434)
Most of us enjoy a few pieces of candy every now and then. We justify eating dark chocolate because there are a few health benefits. But what if I told you that Sour Patch Kids offered some advanta…
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Sat 13 May 2023
Latest Scam (MM #4433)
Every time you turn around, you have to be on the lookout for some new issue. The latest scam we must watch for involves the self-checkout at big box stores like Walmart. Does it surprise you that …
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Fri 12 May 2023
Free Shipping (MM #4432)
One of the ways that businesses got customers to switch to online shopping was by offering free shipping. Amazon made it a feature of their Prime membership. But it looks like that feature could be…
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Thu 11 May 2023
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