The Mason Minute

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Losing (MM #5277)
I sometimes think we're a country that's become obsessed with winning and losing. But more importantly, we sometimes get more joy when others lose. I notice this phenomenon frequently in sports and, o
Conspiracy Theory (MM #5276)
Every now and then, I love a good conspiracy theory. And the ones I love are usually marketing-related. Ive long been fascinated with the story of New Coke. Was it all a marketing ploy? Will likely n
One Channel (MM #5275)
Ill be the first to admit, I probably watched too much television. I come from the generation that grew up on the boob tube, and of course, having a father who worked in the business for over 25 year
Registration (MM #5274)
I had to go out and get license plates for one of my cars yesterday. And every time I do it, it's a challenge. You can apply for your vehicle registration online or by mail. But it's often easier to d
Neanderthals (MM #5273)
Growing up, I excelled in my science classes in school, but I never truly enjoyed them. I could handle the memorization, but I never understood why some people are so concerned with some parts of scie
Clarification (MM #5272)
I hear this all the time, and even say it myself, but were living in extraordinary times. Now I dont know if this is something that happens as you age, or if things really have gotten weird. And thi
Everything Reset (MM #5271)
Lets be honest, most of us spend too much time on the Internet and on social media. I know I do. Additionally, my job requires me to spend time on social media. So Im on a variety of social platform
Ground Beef (MM #5270)
I don't do much grocery shopping these days. Years ago, I discovered that staying away from the supermarket helps me avoid buying unnecessary things. I don't know how much it's helped my waistline, bu
Coordinated Threats (MM #5269)
School has begun in many parts of America. Some high schools went back as early as the first of August. And many colleges have also returned. Last week, numerous schools across the country received bo
Reading (MM #5268)
I've long been fascinated with new technology. While I understand the fear that some people feel when accepting something new, I wonder why we tend to embrace everything the way it's always been. Take