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Cupcakes (MM #3784)

I often sit here and wonder why people like the things that they do. There is no easy answer to this question because everyone is truly unique. The other day I got into a discussion about which is better; cake or cupcakes? Sure, this may be silly, but I’ve found that everyone does prefer one…

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Scranton Strangler (MM #3783)

There is one thing that the internet has proven; many people have too much time on their hands. People can become obsessed with many things. For some, it’s politics, and for others, it’s television. To prove the point, people think that they have finally figured out who the Scranton Strangler was. Do you know the…

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Cards And Letters (MM #3782)

The times, they are a-changing. That’s a phrase that is always true. So many things that were once popular seem foreign today. I was watching an old TV show, and they mentioned all the cards and letters they’d received. Wow! Since everyone started using email, there are no more cards or letters. And in a…

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Electronic Signs (MM #3781)

Through the years, I’ve done a lot of driving. And I’ve spent more than enough time traveling the interstate highways. And one of the best additions they’ve made to our roads in recent years is the overhead electronic signs. But, there’s one thing I wish they’d do…   

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Shade Tree Mechanic (MM #3780)

I’m not the handiest guy around, but I can fix some things if I have to. When it comes to fixing cars, I usually have a pro take care of things. I’ve never considered myself a shade tree mechanic, even though I worked on them many years ago. But when it comes to modern machinery……

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Do Not Use (MM #3779)

Have you ever seen or heard the ads that say do not use if allergic? I’ve noticed this wording used in many medication ads. So, how do you know if you’re allergic to something before you try it? I realize that the wording is likely needed to make the government happy, but…   

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First Digit (MM #3778) 

For most people getting older isn’t that big a deal. I usually feel that way, except when that first digit changes every ten years. When you’re younger, you get excited about the numbers. But, as you get older…   

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Professional Wrestling (MM #3777)

Like many people, I grew up watching professional wrestling on TV. But, as I got older, I didn’t keep up. But recently, I found out the I could watch classic matches from the 1980s on Peacock. So, of course, I’m currently traveling down memory lane…   

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2020 Olympics (MM #3776)

They may be a year late, but the 2020 Olympics are finally underway. And many people are excited to watch some of their favorite sports like gymnastics and swimming. But personally, the games don’t seem to be as exciting as they were back when I was younger. And I think I know why…  

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Slow News Week (MM #3775)

If you’ve ever hung out at a newspaper or in a radio or TV newsroom, you’ve likely heard someone claim that it’s a slow news week. With the Mason Minute podcast, I have those too. Some weeks, it’s easy to find topics to discuss. But sometimes, no matter how hard I try, I’ve got nothing…

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