Best Keyman Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 186 -Job's Daughters 1:01:32

15m ago1:01:32

1:01:32

Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Sam and Delaney to talk about their organization, Job's Daughters. After a great chat with the girls, Sam introduces her parents, WM. Zach Boyer and his wife Stephanie, to share about their work with Job's Daughters and the Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation. Larry is absent, so there are no Deep Thoughts…

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Episode 185 - Bro. Austin Shiffrin - Black Ink, Farther Stars 1:07:12

17d ago1:07:12

1:07:12

Hello! On this episode we welcome back Bro. Austin Shiffrin to discuss his new book, "Black Ink, Farther Stars". After a great chat, we hear from Dutchy Doug, play Copious dues, and close with Larry and the Assorted Collection providing order to our clutter. [00:00:00] Introductions[00:16:05] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son[0…

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Episode 184 - Bro. Ronald B. Carson, DDGM. 1:21:03

1M ago1:21:03

1:21:03

Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Bro. Ronald B. Carson. He is DDGM for Pennsylvania's First Masonic District, Past Principle for the School of Instruction, and a Past Master among other things. We have a great chat, play Copious Dues, hear the Masonic News, and close with Larry getting home on time![00:00:00] Introductions[00:16:20] First b…

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Episode 183 - Masonry Outside of the Lodge Room 1:07:11

2M ago1:07:11

1:07:11

Hello! On this episode we chat about practicing Freemasonry and representing the craft outside of the lodge room. New host Jake is on assignment elsewhere and was unable to join us, however, we hear Larry get deep with a new segment, and Dutchy Doug returns with a report from Broken Plow Lodge #377. In closing, Larry performs his usual duties while…

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How to Make a Wetland: Water and Moral Ecology in Turkey with Caterina Scaramelli 47:14

2M ago47:14

47:14

In this episode, 2022-2024 Keyman Modern Turkish Studies Postdoctoral Fellow Ekin Kurtiç has an insightful conversation with Caterina Scaramelli about her book How to Make a Wetland: Water and Moral Ecology in Turkey published by Stanford University Press in 2021. Drawing on her longterm ethnographic fieldwork in two deltas in Turkey – namely, Gedi…

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Episode 182 - Bro. Mike McKee P.M. 1:30:12

2M ago1:30:12

1:30:12

Hello! On this episode, we welcome Bro. Mike McKee. He is the Executive Director of the Masonic Library and Museum of PA and joins us for a fantastic chat about his work at the Grand Lodge in Philadelphia and his life as a Mason. We also hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and close with Bro. Mike joining Larry to present their newest collabo…

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Episode 181 - Jeff Moyer 33° 56:10

2M ago56:10

56:10

Hello! On this episode, Past Master Moyer returns! Bro. Jeff is a 33° in the Scottish Rite, Past lots-of-stuff-in-lots-of-bodies, and is currently serving as Asst. Grand Marshall for the Grand Lodge of PA, as well as, Commander in Chief for "The" Valley of Reading, Scottish Rite. We chat, play Copious Dues, and close with Larry and the Ready Steady…

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Episode 180 - DeMolay Keyman Conference 56:54

3M ago56:54

56:54

Hello! On this episode, we appear live at the 2024 DeMolay Keyman Conference held at Masonic Village's Patton Campus in Elizabethtown, PA. We are joined by several guests who share their passion for Demolay and we are blown away by their energy, confidence, and love for their brethren. No news or Copious Dues this week, but we do wrap in the standa…

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Episode 179 - RWPGM Robert Bateman Interview & Jay Laser 1:11:28

4M ago1:11:28

1:11:28

Hello! On this episode we return for a mid-summer episodes with our good friend Jay Laser and returning guest associate Jake Young. We listen to a great interview with RWPGM Robert Bateman and have a great chat about all things Masonic. To wrap things up, we hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and close with Larry and the Formulaic Wingers[00…

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Episode 178 - Bro. Ralph C. Shelton II 1:21:28

5M ago1:21:28

1:21:28

Hello! On this episode, we are joined digitally by Bro. Ralph C. Shelton II. He is a California Mason who we first met at Pennsylvania's Academy of Masonic Knowledge, where he presented on Magic – and Affinity – in Masonry. We discuss his work founding a Magicians Affinity Lodge under the Grand Lodge of California, its affects on participation and …

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Episode 177 - Eric T. Downs, DDGM 1:27:44

6M ago1:27:44

1:27:44

Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Bro. Eric T. Downs, DDGM of Pennsylvania's Fifth Masonic District. We have a great chat about his fellowship and travel events, encouraging participation, pool-side etiquette, and much more. To wrap, we hear from our pal Dutchy Doug, play Copious Dues, and attempt to perform one of Larry's famous "skits" in …

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Episode 176 - Brian Mattocks - A Mason's Tools 1:35:55

6M ago1:35:55

1:35:55

Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Bro. Brian Mattocks, P.M. for a great conversation covering his experience as a Worshipful Master, his podcast project, knowing your Lodge brethren, and *GASP* conversing in Lodge?!?! After a great chat, we play Copious Dues and wrap in an abbreviated and sub-par form. Come back, Larry... please![00:00:00] I…

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Episode 175 - Traveling 1:07:04

7M ago1:07:04

1:07:04

Hello! On this episode, we discuss traveling within our own state as well as our experiences in other Masonic Jurisdictions. Larry is absent, but we are joined by three guests, Jay Lammey, Jake Young, and Ricky Martini, who fill in adequately and with clear throats.We also hear from Dutchy Doug, the Masonic News, and wrap with the Larry Merris Trib…

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Episode 174 - The End of Year Eight 1:27:04

7M ago1:27:04

1:27:04

Hello! On this episode, we are once again joined by Bro. Ricky Martini of Harrisburg-Snyder Lodge #629 while we discuss the end of MLP's eighth year of mediocrity, The Operatives, and other topics. After our chat and the Masonic News, we wrap in the standard form with Larry and the Shockers keepin' the beat.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:17:05] First …

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Episode 173 - Bro. Jack Brobst 1:10:53

8M ago1:10:53

1:10:53

Hello! On this episode we are joined by Bro. Jack Brobst, currently appointed as Aide to the Grand Master and is a Past DDGM of Pennsylvania's 58th Masonic District amongst other things. We are also joined Bro. Ricky Martini of Harrisburg-Snyder Lodge #629. After a great chat, we hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and wrap with Larry and the…

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Episode 172 - Bro. Chris Ruli 1:27:27

8M ago1:27:27

1:27:27

Hello! On this episode, we welcome Masonic author and historian Bro. Chris Ruli ( https://www.chrisruli.com/ ). He is an active member of several bodies in the DC area and currently finalizing his next book, Brother Lafayette. After a great chat, we hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and wrap in the standard form with Larry "GD" Merris and t…

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Episode 171 - Megan Purdum 1:09:45

9M ago1:09:45

1:09:45

Hello! On this episode we are joined by Megan Purdum, Social Media Specialist for the Masonic Charities of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. She is the only guest to have appeared on the podcast under two distinct legal names at the time of recording. We are also joined by "Host of Last Resort", Seth Anthony, who assists us in Jack's absence. We hea…

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Episode 170 - "Il Duce" Jeff Fulton 1:13:37

9M ago1:13:37

1:13:37

Hello! On this episode, we welcome Il Duce, Jeff Fulton. He is a Past Master, Past Monarch, past Grand Tall, and joins us to talk about his current focus, rebuilding our Grotto. After a great chat, we play Copious Dues, hear the Masonic News, and wrap in the standard form with Larry and the Chicken Herders layin' some eggs.[00:00:00] Introductions[…

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Episode 169 - Ill. Bro. Thomas L Mehaffie III, 33° 1:22:57

10M ago1:22:57

1:22:57

Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Ill. Bro. Thomas L. Mehaffie III, 33°. Bro. Tom represents the 106th District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. He joins us to talk about being a Representative, how Freemasonry impacts his service in the House, the inside story of passing House Bill 1300, and more. Dutchy Doug returns to settle …

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Episode 168 - Bobblehead George 1:10:14

10M ago1:10:14

1:10:14

Hello! On this episode, we welcome David Raymond and Eric Gimbi from Riverside Lodge No. 503 in Wrightsville, PA. They are educators who run Bobblehead George, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing unique, accurate, and entertaining educational content for lifelong learners of all ages. You can learn more at http://bobbleheadgeorge.org. …

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Episode 167 - Festivus 2023 1:09:03

11M ago1:09:03

1:09:03

Hello! On this episode we celebrate Festivus with the airing of grievances and acknowledgements for feats of strength! We have no guest, but there is plenty to share. We also hear from Dutchy Doug before we wrap in the standard form with Larry pounding water.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:12:15] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son[0…

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Episode 166 - Masonic Gump and Parker Harley 1:23:40

12M ago1:23:40

1:23:40

Hello! On this episode, Masonic Gump Matt Rancosky joins us to follow up on his walk across Pennsylvania. We are also joined by a very special guest, Parker Harley, Jack's son. We talk with Parker about his experience in DeMolay and what it was like growing up in House Harley. We also hear Dutchy Doug and the Masonic News before Larry and the Let's…

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Episode 165 - RWJGW PJ Roup 1:24:55

1y ago1:24:55

1:24:55

Hello! On this episode, we welcome Pennsylvania's Right Worshipful Junior Grand Warden, Bro. PJ Roup. He joins us for a hoot of an episode, where we discuss his introduction to the Craft, what it's like serving in the line of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, his work as editor of The Northern Light, and more. We hear a repeat segment of Bone and Ma…

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Episode 164 - Three Hosts, Three Guests, and a HostGuest. 1:23:35

1y ago1:23:35

1:23:35

Hello! On this episode, we welcome not one, not two, but three guests! Bro. Tyler Whittaker, Bro. Dave Hosler, and Dr. Heather Calloway made the pilgrimage from Indiana, just to sign the wall at Studio 665... and for Bro. Tyler to present at the Academy of Masonic Knowledge Fall Symposium. Both Bro. Dave and Dr. Calloway have also presented at the …

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Episode 163 - Hostable Hosts 1:27:08

1y ago1:27:08

1:27:08

Hello! As we all know, stuff happens. This week's stuff left us without a guest at the last minute and, as all consummate professionals would do, the hosts stepped up and lashed themselves to the wheel. Walter provides the Masonic News, Timmy appears on "Copious Dues", and we wrap in the standard form with Larry and the Craftmatics adjusting the vi…

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Episode 162 - Lodge in the Woods 2023 1:00:03

1y ago1:00:03

1:00:03

Hello! On this episode we crash the bi-annual Lodge in the Woods event held by Ephrata Lodge 665. We managed to snag some great interviews, including Brother Jeffrey M. Wonderling, the Right Worshipful Grand Master of Pennsylvania. After serveral great conversations and another fantastic update from Dutchy Doug, we wrap in the standard form, with L…

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Episode 161 - Matt Rancosky, W.M. 1:28:24

1y ago1:28:24

1:28:24

Hello! On this episode, we welcome Brother Matt Rancosky, W.M. of Good Samaritan Lodge No. 336. He joins us to talk about what's going on in Gettysburg, his Masonic journey, and his endeavor to walk across the state of Pennsylvania to raise money. (https://www.gettysburgfreemasons.org/events-raffles/) After a great conversation, Walter brings us th…

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Episode 160 - No Guest, No Problem 1:24:15

1+ y ago1:24:15

1:24:15

Hello! The boys gather for a chat about the approach of Fall, the impending return of Masonic activities, and what else is on the horizon. Austin Shiffrin makes a return to the show with a new segment, we hear a few clips from Tim at the Valley of Reading, and wrap in the standard form with Larry and the Slow Birds getting by.[00:00:00] Introductio…

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Episode 159 - MEGHP Jason F. Craig 1:10:50

1+ y ago1:10:50

1:10:50

Hello! On this episode, we welcome Jason F. Craig, the Most Excellent Grand High Priest of the The Grand Holy Royal Arch Chapter of Pennsylvania, "The Oldest Grand Chapter in the United States Serving Capitular Masonry in Pennsylvania Since 1795". Jason joins us to share about his Masonic journey, some of what he's up to as MEGHP, and to participat…

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Episode 158 - Stephanie Horst 1:30:35

1+ y ago1:30:35

1:30:35

Hello! On this episode, we welcome a very special guest, our friend Pete's wife, Stephanie Horst. She joins us to share a little about herself, life with Pete, and to set the record straight once and for all about her cooking skills. Also joining us in the studio is guest host Jay Laser. After a wonderful conversation, we hear from Walter with the …

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Masonic Lite Podcast -- Episode 157 1:22:55

1+ y ago1:22:55

1:22:55

Hello! On this Episode we welcome back MLP Contributor Doug Madenford! Doug is an educator, podcaster, historian and all around great Brother. No Masonic News to speak of, but Dutchie Doug makes an appearance, and despite not knowing who or where he is, Larry manages a successful landing.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:08:55] First break, brought to yo…

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Episode 156 - Bro. Doug Hitz P.M, 1:29:56

1+ y ago1:29:56

1:29:56

Hello! On this episode we welcome Bro. Doug Hitz, P.M., of Eureka-West Shore Lodge #302. Bro. Doug works for the PA Liquor Control Board and joins us to talk about liquor (of course) and his masonic journey. Jack is absent, but fear not, as we are supported by guest-host and occasional MLP contributor, Seth Anthony. Millersville Lodge #476's own La…

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Episode 155 - Kyle Slaymaker 1:04:55

1+ y ago1:04:55

1:04:55

Hello! On this Episode we are joined by Bro. Kyle Slaymaker. He is a member of Lodge 43 in Lancaster, a best selling author, and entrepreneur with the Slaymaker Method (www.theslaymakermethod.com). Also on this episode, Jake Young completes his stint as Guest Host, we hear from Dutchie Doug, and close with Larry and the Fog bringing up the rear.[00…

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Episode 154 - Bro David. Newall 56:37

1+ y ago56:37

56:37

Hello! On this Episode we welcome Bro David Newall. Bro. David is a member of Ephrata Lodge No. 665, however, most Masons think he is a member of their Lodge since he shows up at all of their meetings too. We also have special guest host Jake Young along for the ride. After/During a great conversation we hear the Masonic Lite News followed by Larry…

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Episode 153 - Holden Green 1:03:42

1+ y ago1:03:42

1:03:42

Hello! On this Episode we welcome back Holden Green. He was recently raised as a member of Millersville Lodge No. 476, was active in Demolay, and is a member of the legendary Hoover clan. Also on this episode we hear from Dutchie Doug, some surprise guests putting the work in, and wrap with Larry and the Root Veggie Rockers.[00:00:00] Introductions…

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Instant Decision, Affordable Term Life Insurance 2:03

1+ y ago2:03

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Episode 152 - Pete 1:01:12

1+ y ago1:01:12

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On this episode, we remember our friend, brother, and MLP founder, Pete Ruggieri. [00:00:00] Segment 1[00:23:35] Seth Anthony[00:26:00] Segment 2[00:41:00] Doug Madenford[00:44:35] Segment 3[01:00:35] OutroBy Masonic Lite Podcast

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Episode 151 - Barry Theal 55:22

1+ y ago55:22

55:22

Hello! On this episode, while Host Pete recovers from the last episode, we welcome guest Barry Theal. Barry (not Larry) has lead several Masonic bodies and is also an entrepreneur with his automotive detailing venture SB3. After a fantastic discussion, we hear from Walter and wrap in the standard form with Larry dropping science.[00:00:00] Introduc…

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Episode 150 - Rejoice, rejoice! The Boys are back! 41:00

2y ago41:00

41:00

Hello! The hosts have returned to the digital plane to once again face the forces of darkness and…..record an episode. No guest, just catching up and gently reacquainting ourselves with the cavernous space beneath the liquor store that we call home. In conclusion, Larry.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:10:20] First break, brought to you by George J. Gro…

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MLP Dougathon 18:20

2y ago18:20

18:20

Hello MLP listeners, this is Josh.You may or most likely have not noticed that we've been on hiatus for the last few weeks. With health concerns and other real life events taking priority, we've not been able to release any new content so we've decided to pause our Patreon for the time being. In our absence, please enjoy the original 3 Dutchie Doug…

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Episode 149 - Post-Turkey Turkey 1:00:49

2y ago1:00:49

1:00:49

Hello! On this post-Thanksgiving episode, the hosts and a Zoomin’ Larry continue a discussion sparked by a social media post by host Pete. After solving all problems in Freemasonry, we hear from Dutchie Doug, Walter brings us the Masonic News, and Larry delivers a hazy rendition of his hit single with Merris Turducken Overdried. [00:00:00] Introduc…

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Episode 148 - Illustrious Bro. Lynn "Bud" Baker 1:15:11

2y ago1:15:11

1:15:11

Hello! On this episode, Jack and Larry are M.I.A., but have a great conversation with our Illustrious guest - Bro. Lynn B. “Bud” Baker, Commander in Chief of the Valley of Harrisburg. In his free time, he is also District Deputy of the 46th Masonic District of PA. We chat about what he has been up to with “the Grand Valley” and in Larry’s absence, …

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Episode 147 - Bro. Sean Rothberg 57:44

2y ago57:44

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Hello! On this episode, the hosts are joined by Bro. Sean Rothberg. He is a Jewish Mason from Texas and has formed a Facebook group called The Masonic Kippah: A Place for Jewish Freemasons. After a great chat, we hear from Dutchie Doug, closing with a send off by the C. Larry Merris Farm Yard Foursome Second String Singers.[00:00:00] Introductions[…

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2y ago16:51

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2y ago14:24

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Episode 146 - W.M. Matt Engle 56:05

2y ago56:05

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Hello! On this episode, we welcome W.M. Matt Engle of Ephrata Lodge no. 665, which gathers both high above and deep beneath the Wine and Spirits Store in Ephrata, Pennsylvania. Bro. Matt joins us to talk about his time as Worshipful Master, and his most recent project, hosting the Oklahoma Masonic Indian Degree Team at Indian Echo Caverns for the s…

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Episode 145 - Special Episode: Live at the DeMolay KeyMan Conference 36:42

2y ago36:42

36:42

Hello! On this Special Episode, the hosts were invited to the DeMolay KeyMan Conference at Patton Campus at the Masonic Villages in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. Never letting a good opportunity go to waste, we decided to record our first ever live show with an audience. We interview some of the organizers and facilitators of the event and DeMolay i…

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Episode 144 - Bro. Zach Smith 1:02:36

2y ago1:02:36

1:02:36

Hello! On this episode, we welcome Bro. Zach Smith. He is a Jewish Mason from California who now lives in Colorado, and according to him, neither is interested in claiming him. We discuss his many interesting jobs as well as a York Rite Body for Jewish Masons that he is working to resurrect. As Larry was absent, we wrapped without issue or the need…

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Episode 143 - Bro. Brian McHale - Trowel Magazine 1:17:04

2y ago1:17:04

1:17:04

Hello! On this episode, we welcome Bro. Brian McHale. Brian recently transitioned from Massachusetts, the second-oldest Grand Lodge in the U.S., to the oldest (wink-wink) here in Pennsylvania. He is Copy Editor for Trowel Magazine, where he uses his command of Grammar and the English language to make good Masons sound better. Following a great conv…

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Episode 142 - Summer Breakdown 49:02

2+ y ago49:02

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Hello! On this episode, the hosts do a mid-summer recap with Jack doing most of the heavy lifting. No news is good news, as the saying goes, and we wrap with Larry and the Green Thumb Garden Club.[00:00:00] Introductions [00:12:30] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son[00:13:35] Segment 1[00:28:30] Second break, brought to you by t…

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