The Mason Minute

Dec 14, 2025 • E5380 • 00:01:00

I don’t think I’ve actually seen any ads for this, but I've heard a lot of people talking about it. McDonald’s has a new Grinch Meal, which is like an adult Happy Meal. It came out earlier this month and is available for a limited time. Of course,

Dec 13, 2025 • E5379 • 00:01:00

I know I’ve talked about this subject previously on the podcast. But have you noticed how many charities try to encourage you to donate by offering free blankets? Off the top of my head, I can think of two or three charities that always have the blanke...

Dec 12, 2025 • E5378 • 00:01:00

I finally get why older generations always have a bit of an attitude toward young people. Now that I’m older, I realize that the more we think things change, the more they really don’t. For Gen Z, when it comes to dating, compatibility matters.

Dec 11, 2025 • E5377 • 00:01:00

One of the minor hassles of this time of year, almost no matter where you live, is ice on the windshield. I know it’s worse in the northern part of the US, but down south it's a hassle, too. There are lots of hacks to help you remove that ice in the mo...

Dec 10, 2025 • E5376 • 00:01:00

They often say, We don’t appreciate the simple things in life. And yes, that’s true to a point. And every now and then, you’re reminded of that fact. I’ve been in a bad mood for the last 8 to 10 days. I couldn’t explain it,

Dec 09, 2025 • E5375 • 00:01:00

I’ve been a collector for over 50 years. I’ve had a wide variety of collections, and love the thrill of the hunt.  I don't spend as much time buying anymore.  I'm selling. I have friends who do their own sort of collecting,

Dec 08, 2025 • E5374 • 00:01:00

We’re all worried about our bank balance right now. The economy is causing many people significant turmoil. And no matter whether the president agrees or not, affordability is a key issue for most families. Experts, economists,

Dec 07, 2025 • E5373 • 00:01:00

This time of year can be stressful for many—especially those of us who have lots of people to buy gifts for. My wife usually starts asking our nieces and nephews for Christmas lists around Halloween. And we’re lucky to have those lists in place by the ...

Dec 06, 2025 • E5372 • 00:01:00

I don't know many people who don't love pizza. It feels like a universal food. While I understand some people have food allergies, I can't imagine life without it. But in recent years, I've found I can walk away from it if it doesn't have the toppings ...

Dec 05, 2025 • E5371 • 00:01:00

Music has been a part of my life for a very long time. Long before I got to the radio business. I spent decades collecting cassettes, and begrudgingly adapted to CDs long after most people did. But when Spotify launched in the US in 2011, I signed up.