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Hamburger Helper (MM #4771)

Whenever I see a TV commercial for Hamburger Helper, it takes me back to a particular time in my life. It transports me back to the 1980s when I was a baby radio DJ. I didn’t make much money, so I often looked for a meal that could serve as dinner and then had some…

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Budget-Friendly (MM #4358)

Yesterday on The Mason Minute, I took a trip down memory lane, remembering the old Steak And Ale restaurant. I only ate there a few times in my life. And while I enjoyed the experience, I usually opted for the more budget-friendly steakhouse options like Bonanza or Ponderosa. At one time, each of them fell…

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Inexpensive (MM #2961)

Back in the good ole days we used to have at least 2 versions of everything. We’ve always had the expensive version and we used to have the inexpensive version. But sadly I think that one has been replaced…

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Somewhat Frugal (MM #2274)

Some people watch every penny while others spend without a care. I guess you could say I’m where in the middle. You could say that I’m somewhat frugal…

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Good To The Last Drop (MM #356)

Good To The Last Drop is the long time slogan for Maxwell House coffee.  So it would be logical that we were talking about coffee in today’s podcast.  But, if you know me, I’m not always logical…

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