The Mason Minute

Jun 22, 2025 • E5205 • 00:01:00

When I was younger, I hated to sit still. I always had to be doing something. Like many, I feared missing out. I'm unsure what I thought I was missing, but there was always something to keep me busy. But today,

Jun 21, 2025 • E5204 • 00:01:00

If you've had kids in your house sometime over the last 20 years, you've likely encountered Slime. This children's toy was most popular in the late 90s and early 00s when the TV show Double Dare on Nickelodeon was at its peak. Today,

Jun 20, 2025 • E5203 • 00:01:00

For years, many people dreamed of having a cushy office job. They came from blue-collar families and never thought they had a chance to sit behind a desk from 9 to 5. But as our society shifted, office jobs became the norm.

Jun 19, 2025 • E5202 • 00:01:00

Who doesn't love getting something for nothing? But as we eventually learn, nothing is ever free. There is always a cost involved. We all pay for perks. Many people seek out a credit card because of the perks that come with it.

Jun 18, 2025 • E5201 • 00:01:00

Over the years, I've been accused of being a complex person. Some consider this a compliment, but to others, it's not. But as I've gotten older, I've mellowed. And now, you might even say I'm simple. I get excited about the little things.

Jun 17, 2025 • E5200 • 00:01:00

Anyone who pays attention to sports loves a good Cinderella story until that underdog faces your favorite team. Like many, I was following the rise of the Murray State Racers in the Men's College World Series.

Jun 16, 2025 • E5199 • 00:01:00

I've been driving for a long time and have held a license in numerous states. And while laws aren't the same in each state, they're very similar. I was on the road last Friday, driving through Kentucky during a torrential downpour. As I drove,

Jun 15, 2025 • E5198 • 00:01:00

I've reached that age where you start thinking about slowing down. By the time my parents were my current age, they had retired. I can even imagine the fact. Then again, it's hard for me to believe that my father will turn 90 later this year.

Jun 14, 2025 • E5197 • 00:01:00

During the pandemic, many companies forced employees to learn how to use online video conferencing software like Zoom, Webex, or Teams. For some, it was a tough adjustment. Many hoped these tools would go away once everyone returned to the office.

Jun 13, 2025 • E5196 • 00:01:00

Sometimes, the strangest thing can trigger a memory. I don't remember the trigger, but the memory is as vivid as it can be. The other day, I started thinking about my childhood pediatrician. While I can't remember his name,