Bananas, Crackers and Nuts is a Podcast about coloring outside the lines in a world that wants to take away your crayons. Time and again my experience shows that change is the only constant and, more often than not, paranoid just turns out to be good thinking. Savor slices of life carefully carved by someone with a PHD in living. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show society and culture changes All materials © 2010 Bananas Crackers and Nuts http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en-us Sat, 31 Dec 2011 12:39:30 -0500 fred@fredmasey.com Sat, 31 Dec 2011 12:34:36 -0500 fred@fredmasey.com FeedForAll Mac v2.1 (2.1.0.1); http://www.FeedForAll.com/ Bananas Crackers and Nuts is a Podcast about coloring outside the lines in a world that wants to take away your crayons. Bananas, Crackers and Nuts is a Podcast about coloring outside the lines in a world that wants to take away your crayons. Time and again my experience shows that change is the only constant and, more often than not, paranoid just turns out to be good thinking. Savor slices of life carefully carved by someone with a PHD in living. aging, changes, life, living, older, attitude, senior, health, experience, journal, society, philosophy Fred Masey fred@fredmasey.com Fred Masey no http://bananascrackersnuts.com/features/bcnuts-logo.jpg http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show BCNuts Logo 144 144 A New Year's Eve celebration and translation of the traditional song, "Auld Lang Syne." Fred recounts several New Year's from past to present, provides the secret recipe for a most unusual drink...and at last, someone who actually knows what the heck auld lang syne means! http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/020-always-a-ball.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 8B84D1AD-D90F-4F85-A713-6588AD5AB9F6-2736-0000A4D0816B86DC-FFA Sat, 31 Dec 2011 12:35:43 -0500 A New Year's Eve celebration and translation of the traditional song, "Auld Lang Syne." A New Year's Eve celebration and translation of the traditional song, "Auld Lang Syne." Fred recounts several New Year's from past to present, provides the secret recipe for a most unusual drink...and at last, someone who actually knows what the heck auld lang syne means! 17:10 relationships, holidays, life, living, party, attitude, memories, 2011, journal, new years, love, celebration Fred Masey no Bananas Crackers and Nuts annual Christmas Special, featuring thoughts about the colors and other delights of the greatest holiday of all -- and a specially produced reading of "One Solitary Life"! http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/049-traditional-christmas.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal FCEB4A46-F219-4D32-9101-EC33F0392BC8-8284-0001AB77047FCFC9-FFA Fri, 23 Dec 2011 21:43:25 -0500 Bananas Crackers and Nuts annual Christmas Special featuring a special reading of "One Solitary Life!" Bananas Crackers and Nuts annual Christmas Special, featuring thoughts about the colors and other delights of the greatest holiday of all -- and a specially produced reading of "One Solitary Life"! 13:42 relationships, holidays, life, living, Christmas, attitude, memories, changes, journal, society, love, philosophy Fred Masey no Nearly everyone has some sort of nickname but, usually, it has something to do with the person's actual given name. That's not the case in this case! Looking back at how two particular families handled it provides just some of the memories passing under the bridge between generations. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/048-name-game.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal AD620AA2-C9F3-425D-A94D-DC429F74AFD5 Sat, 16 Jul 2011 01:13:34 -0400 Nearly everyone has some sort of nickname but, usually, it has something to do with the person's actual given name. Nearly everyone has some sort of nickname but, usually, it has something to do with the person's actual given name. That's not the case in this case! Looking back at how two particular families handled it provides just some of the memories passing under the bridge between generations. 15:45 relationships, names, life, living, customs, attitude, nicknames, love, journal, changes, society, aging Fred Masey no If you're going to play Superman, fly don't flop. Putting the car away doesn't seem like a dangerous task ... until you mix in some ice and a couple of trips to the emergency room.Traction should be tested with a tire, not the human anatomy and the lack of it can test your resilience. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/047-snowflakes.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 05307181-4E94-4EE0-AA4E-8A13FC2BD9F4 Sun, 27 Mar 2011 13:55:47 -0400 If you're going to play Superman, fly don't flop. If you're going to play Superman, fly don't flop. Putting the car away doesn't seem like a dangerous task ... until you mix in some ice and a couple of trips to the emergency room.Traction should be tested with a tire, not the human anatomy and the lack of it can test your resilience. 16:14 relationships, accident, life, living, habits, attitude, hospital, love, journal, winter, society, health Fred Masey no Valentine's Day is more than just a Hallmark holiday and offers lovers opportunities from the bizarre to the beautiful. There's even an alternative holiday to the traditional February 14th...and more than one legend of how the tradition got started. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/046-valentine-card.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 8BA8D76D-D77C-4B53-B1C9-FE167E3FCCBE Sun, 13 Feb 2011 13:02:11 -0500 Valentine's Day is more than just a Hallmark holiday and offers lovers opportunities from the bizarre to the beautiful. Valentine's Day is more than just a Hallmark holiday and offers lovers opportunities from the bizarre to the beautiful. There's even an alternative holiday to the traditional February 14th...and more than one legend of how the tradition got started. 14:22 relationships, Valentine's Day, life, living, habits, attitude, tradition, love, journal, holiday, society, celebration Fred Masey no People can be funny about aging, especially about birthdays, and I used to be no exception. Then I had an attitude adjustment. Having just notched another such annual occasion, I have become acutely aware of the importance of family and leaving a mark behind someday ... at least a smudge! http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/045-dog-years.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 9787ECFE-14E9-4AD7-AB50-B33724A30419 Sun, 6 Feb 2011 13:59:54 -0500 People can be funny about aging, especially about birthdays, and I used to be no exception. People can be funny about aging, especially about birthdays, and I used to be no exception. Then I had an attitude adjustment. Having just notched another such annual occasion, I have become acutely aware of the importance of family and leaving a mark behind someday ... at least a smudge! 14:43 birthday, aging, celebration, life, living, older, habits, people, family, friends, attitude, party Fred Masey no The worst of summer, winter and a local restaurant combine for a shaky step into the New Year. Start with a big itch, a bad steak and a flu bug ... then add a dawdling doctor and patience becomes as hard to find as the cure. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/044-perfect-storm.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal D214B654-14DD-4052-9693-5764A3DA47C1 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 15:16:00 -0500 The worst of summer, winter and a local restaurant combine for a shaky step into the New Year. The worst of summer, winter and a local restaurant combine for a shaky step into the New Year. Start with a big itch, a bad steak and a flu bug ... then add a dawdling doctor and patience becomes as hard to find as the cure. 15:39 health, aging, lyme disease, life, living, philosophy, habits, people, family, virus, illness, doctors Fred Masey no A New Year's Eve celebration and translation of the traditional song, "Auld Lang Syne." Fred recounts several New Year's from past to present, provides the secret recipe for a most unusual drink...and at last, someone who actually knows what the heck auld lang syne means! http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/020-always-a-ball.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 2B6D3C3A-3F76-4840-8235-3411657830D9 Mon, 27 Dec 2010 15:19:20 -0500 A New Year's Eve celebration and translation of the traditional song, "Auld Lang Syne." A New Year's Eve celebration and translation of the traditional song, "Auld Lang Syne." Fred recounts several New Year's from past to present, provides the secret recipe for a most unusual drink...and at last, someone who actually knows what the heck auld lang syne means! 17:10 relationships, holidays, life, living, party, attitude, memories, 2011, journal, new years, love, celebration Fred Masey no Bananas Crackers and Nuts Christmas special, featuring thoughts about the colors and other delights of the greatest holiday of all -- and a specially produced reading of "One Solitary Life"! http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/019-christmas-card.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal B61682FB-C806-411B-B9F1-F4A1C534C437 Tue, 21 Dec 2010 11:48:51 -0500 Bananas Crackers and Nuts Christmas special featuring a special reading of "One Solitary Life!" Bananas Crackers and Nuts Christmas special, featuring thoughts about the colors and other delights of the greatest holiday of all -- and a specially produced reading of "One Solitary Life"! 13:42 relationships, holidays, life, living, Christmas, attitude, memories, changes, journal, society, love, philosophy Fred Masey no Special Thanksgiving program about a small boy lost in his own reality, as well as some personal recollections of this very special holiday and its significance. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/016-pilgrims-turkeys.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 15B6B6B6-B658-4D54-920A-9BF274CB7788 Wed, 24 Nov 2010 17:02:07 -0500 Special Thanksgiving program about a small boy lost in his own reality. Special Thanksgiving program about a small boy lost in his own reality, as well as some personal recollections of this very special holiday and its significance. 12:50 relationships, holidays, life, living, thanksgiving, attitude, decisions, children, journal, society, imagination, philosophy Fred Masey no There are all the things we are thankful for that are no-brainers. Then there are some other things that are less obvious, sometimes even taken for granted, but are just as important ... and with Thanksgiving approaching they deserve some thought, too. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/040-turkeylist.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal EBA51DB2-02C4-4B9A-8233-9B88CD11719C Mon, 22 Nov 2010 10:24:50 -0500 There are all the things we are thankful for that are no-brainers ... but there are some less obvious ones, too. There are all the things we are thankful for that are no-brainers. Then there are some other things that are less obvious, sometimes even taken for granted, but are just as important ... and with Thanksgiving approaching they deserve some thought, too. 13:50 thanksgiving, society, memories, life, living, philosophy, habits, people, family, holiday, nostalgia, traditions Fred Masey no The old saw, "If it's too good to be true, it's too good to be true" still applies. Fresh lobsters at 25 cents apiece sound like a real bargain ... until nearly 2,000 of the hungry, snapping rascals suddenly show up on your doorstep in the middle of the night! http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/039-claws.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal EA552239-127F-4DB4-8866-CBF6978F2D75 Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:15:20 -0400 The old saw, "If it's too good to be true, it's too good to be true" still applies, especially with live lobsters! The old saw, "If it's too good to be true, it's too good to be true" still applies. Fresh lobsters at 25 cents apiece sound like a real bargain ... until nearly 2,000 of the hungry, snapping rascals suddenly show up on your doorstep in the middle of the night! 13:20 society, memories, life, living, senior, lobsters, habits, people, family, youth, nostalgia, bargains Fred Masey no Buttpuckers are an entire category of occurrences that are neither good nor bad ... they just ARE. Join me for an exploration of some different kinds of 'BPs' and take a look back at the unusual, but not too surprising origin of the term. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/038-buttpuckers.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal B9DC9BD2-A76E-4AE3-A1D1-8267E7B2EC7D Thu, 14 Oct 2010 15:57:56 -0400 Buttpuckers are an entire category of occurrences that are neither good nor bad ... they just ARE. Buttpuckers are an entire category of occurrences that are neither good nor bad ... they just ARE. Join me for an exploration of some different kinds of 'BPs' and take a look back at the unusual, but not too surprising origin of the term. 15:54 society, memories, life, living, senior, relationships, habits, people, words, changes, nostalgia, philosophy Fred Masey no What a privilege just to have touched The Golden Age of radio! Gone are the days when radio was king but many of the people and all of the memories remain alive and well ... not only as a listener but, for me, as a broadcaster working with some of those who created its legacy. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/037-radio-daze.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal CAE5EB18-B3D6-4E18-B851-24493288FCE7 Sat, 25 Sep 2010 11:33:41 -0400 What a privilege and what memories, just to have touched The Golden Age of radio! What a privilege just to have touched The Golden Age of radio! Gone are the days when radio was king but many of the people and all of the memories remain alive and well ... not only as a listener but, for me, as a broadcaster working with some of those who created its legacy. 18:07 broadcasting, memories, life, living, senior, achievement, radio, people, golden age, changes, nostalgia, greatness Fred Masey no Miracles of science and technology now allow us to replace many human parts. This may help extend human life, and improve its quality, but it can also lead to some awkward moments ... as well as raising more than a few interesting questions. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/036-humpty-dumpty.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal FFCD698D-FBEB-4280-A413-8DBE832C23DE Tue, 7 Sep 2010 16:42:38 -0400 Miracles of science and technology now allow us to replace many human parts. Miracles of science and technology now allow us to replace many human parts. This may help extend human life, and improve its quality, but it can also lead to some awkward moments ... as well as raising more than a few interesting questions. 15:37 aging, adjustments, life, living, senior, attitude, outlook, people, getting older, changes, health, philosophy Fred Masey no Sometimes couples meet in the most unusual ways. Ever wonder how your parents met? Whether it's through fate or by design, persistence pays off ... a little patience doesn't hurt any either! When it comes to love, the end often justifies the means! http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/035-when-its-right.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 8C3BBA58-108E-4DD1-A65C-66073AE389F1 Fri, 20 Aug 2010 12:15:45 -0400 Sometimes couples meet in the most unusual ways. Ever wonder how your parents met? Sometimes couples meet in the most unusual ways. Ever wonder how your parents met? Whether it's through fate or by design, persistence pays off ... a little patience doesn't hurt any either! When it comes to love, the end often justifies the means! 13:32 marriage, courtship, life, living, dating, attitude, styles, people, meeting, journal, society, philosophy Fred Masey no A day trip to the beach can really open your eyes, in more ways than one! Some of the constantly changing styles for sand and surf can reveal as much of the person inside as they reveal of the skin they adorn on the outside ... and the resilience of kids, both young and old, is amazing! http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/034-son-of-beach.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal C32D48D9-836C-4EB5-8697-0BEBC73F0CB6 Mon, 9 Aug 2010 18:30:30 -0400 A day trip to the beach can really open your eyes, in more ways than one! A day trip to the beach can really open your eyes, in more ways than one! Some of the constantly changing styles for sand and surf can reveal as much of the person inside as they reveal of the skin they adorn on the outside ... and the resilience of kids, both young and old, is amazing! 16:16 beach, changes, life, living, ocean, attitude, styles, people, seashore, journal, society, philosophy Fred Masey no From panic to proficiency is the ultimate triumph when facing a fear. Vigi crushed her complete revulsion of guns and is having fun shooting, while she develops a new skill where nothing less than scoring a bullseye is acceptable! http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/033-shootist.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 8C7608B9-AB12-4A5B-9F11-93503BFEB566 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:35:30 -0400 From panic to proficiency is the ultimate triumph when facing a fear. From panic to proficiency is the ultimate triumph when facing a fear. Vigi crushed her complete revulsion of guns and is having fun shooting, while she develops a new skill where nothing less than scoring a bullseye is acceptable! 16:46 gun, changes, life, living, older, attitude, fear, defense, shooting, journal, society, philosophy Fred Masey no We started out to celebrate the beginning of a new family and wound up enlarging our own by one. Rescuing a small dog can be a big challenge, once the bureaucracy becomes involved. It's sort of like being helped across the street whether you want to go or not ... and sometimes the real objective gets lost in the rules and red tape. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/032-nibble.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 2A26BCAD-02DF-45AE-BE64-780AFBC3FD33 Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:49:57 -0400 We started out to celebrate the beginning of a new family and wound up enlarging our own by one. We started out to celebrate the beginning of a new family and wound up enlarging our own by one. Rescuing a small dog can be a big challenge, once the bureaucracy becomes involved. It's sort of like being helped across the street whether you want to go or not ... and sometimes the real objective gets lost in the rules and red tape. 14:12 dog, changes, life, living, love, animals, rescue, puppy, adoption, journal, celebration, relationships Fred Masey no Everyone remembers their first love -- the one who takes you back to a simpler time when your biggest worry was getting a date for Saturday night. You know, the one who helped you take those first steps into a larger, grown up world. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/008-forever-mine.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 69073AAC-67F1-4D9B-95DC-C8FF6AD12E76 Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:58:31 -0400 Everyone remembers their first love -- the one who takes you back to a simpler time. Everyone remembers their first love -- the one who takes you back to a simpler time when your biggest worry was getting a date for Saturday night. You know, the one who helped you take those first steps into a larger, grown up world. 14:27 youth, changes, life, living, love, attitude, senior, growing, memories, journal, society, relationships Fred Masey no It's the little things that make a wedding memorable, especially if they're not part of the plan. As two present day friends prepare to tie the knot, memories surface about some old friends and their unique entries into wedded bliss. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/031-fourweddings.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal C768715B-C012-4C2F-8FF1-B8716AA92CB0 Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:18:36 -0400 It's the little things that make a wedding memorable, especially if they're not part of the plan. It's the little things that make a wedding memorable, especially if they're not part of the plan. As two present day friends prepare to tie the knot, memories surface about some old friends and their unique entries into wedded bliss. 16:47 wedding, love, life, living, romance, attitude, marriage, people, ceremony, journal, celebration, relationships Fred Masey no Sometimes the meaning of special days like Memorial Day or D-Day can become blurred or even forgotten. A pre-race NASCAR ceremony stirs thoughts of those who sacrifice to make America exceptional and preserve our freedom. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/030-heroes.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal A513D7F6-D230-4456-A355-E14CC48E0B21 Thu, 10 Jun 2010 20:28:33 -0400 A pre-race NASCAR ceremony stirs thoughts of those who sacrifice to preserve our freedom. Sometimes the meaning of special days like Memorial Day or D-Day can become blurred or even forgotten. A pre-race NASCAR ceremony stirs thoughts of those who sacrifice to make America exceptional and preserve our freedom. 21:52 patriotism, America, life, living, military, attitude, holidays, people, country, journal, celebrations, military Fred Masey no Ever said something you regretted, then tried to explain your way out of it? The hole you dug just keeps getting deeper with each new shovelful of reasoning ... and a shopping list takes you into "The Twilight Zone". http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/029-doghouse.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal E93C7A28-48B9-4160-ABE9-52B5E4E951C2 Sat, 8 May 2010 11:11:34 -0400 Ever said something you regretted, then tried to explain your way out of it? Ever said something you regretted, then tried to explain your way out of it? The hole you dug just keeps getting deeper with each new shovelful of reasoning ... and a shopping list takes you into "The Twilight Zone". 14:06 marriage, discussion, life, living, relationships, attitude, senior, people, love, journal, fashion, reasoning Fred Masey no Are modern kids being properly equipped to deal with real life? It could be there's just too much pampering and not enough preparation for the competition they will face once they're out and about in the world. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/028-kidhood101.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal FAAD73FB-40F7-4F1F-8C7B-B3A4040BC507 Tue, 13 Apr 2010 14:57:37 -0400 Are modern kids being properly equipped to deal with real life? Are modern kids being properly equipped to deal with real life? It could be there's just too much pampering and not enough preparation for the competition they will face once they're out and about in the world. 15:54 kids, changes, life, living, relationships, attitude, senior, people, love, journal, children, growing up Fred Masey no It could be that we have a certain something to say about when we leave this life. It's a great ride but everything is 'on loan'. Since death is a part of life, the operator can order us off at any time ... but we may get a vote! http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/027-to-be.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal E9A2896E-68F3-4B48-BE44-E8AC1BECD69B Mon, 22 Mar 2010 13:01:00 -0400 It could be that we have a certain something to say about when we leave this life. It could be that we have a certain something to say about when we leave this life. It's a great ride but everything is 'on loan'. Since death is a part of life, the operator can order us off at any time ... but we may get a vote! 14:40 death, changes, life, living, relationships, attitude, senior, people, love, journal, dying, eternity Fred Masey no Pets come in as many shapes and sizes as the people who own them. While cats and dogs are still the most common, some people seek companionship in creatures that are a bit more exotic. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/026-fur-feathers-fins.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 77B595AF-6BC7-4FF3-A079-6605E9167735 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:22:10 -0500 Pets come in as many shapes and sizes as the people who own them. Pets come in as many shapes and sizes as the people who own them. While cats and dogs are still the most common, some people seek companionship in creatures that are a bit more exotic. 17:39 pets, changes, life, living, relationships, attitude, senior, people, memories, journal, friends, animals Fred Masey no Memories can be a powerful force, especially when they involve life changing events. The prospect of a high school reunion leads to an understanding of deeper feelings and a greater awareness of the ties that bind generations together! http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/025-mind-candy.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal C59EE3EF-8491-487D-B784-A31978DD479C Wed, 3 Mar 2010 13:27:01 -0500 Memories can be a powerful force, especially when they involve life changing events. Memories can be a powerful force, especially when they involve life changing events. The prospect of a high school reunion leads to an understanding of deeper feelings and a greater awareness of the ties that bind generations together! 15:43 aging, changes, life, living, older, attitude, senior, people, memories, journal, reunions, nostalgia Fred Masey no We all need to change with life's circumstances but in what ways? It's not that some alternatives are necessarily better than others, just different...and it's important to know who you are if your to know where your going. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/024-reds-rurals-suits.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal D456A0E3-BF6A-4CA4-A84D-3585399F88A7 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 01:40:47 -0500 We all need to change with life's circumstances but in what ways? We all need to change with life's circumstances but in what ways? It's not that some alternatives are necessarily better than others, just different...and it's important to know who you are if your to know where your going. 15:04 aging, changes, life, living, older, attitude, senior, people, redneck, journal, society, philosophy Fred Masey no Valentine's Day offers something for everyone, from the bizarre to the beautiful. There's even an alternative holiday to the traditional February 14th...and one legend of how the tradition got started and its original significance. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/023-valentines-day.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal B43AD138-D6DB-412D-9ADF-C1935D552B9B Sat, 13 Feb 2010 14:02:52 -0500 Valentine's Day offers something for everyone, from the bizarre to the beautiful. Valentine's Day offers something for everyone, from the bizarre to the beautiful. There's even an alternative holiday to the traditional February 14th...and one legend of how the tradition got started and its original significance. 14:56 relationships, Valentine's Day, life, living, habits, attitude, tradition, love, journal, holiday, society, celebration Fred Masey no When a wife earns more than her husband, certain adjustments must be made. It's matter of social necessity conflicting with generational learning and it can cause a short in a guy's wiring. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/022-got-pants.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 61B4870C-BCCC-4C9B-B7E1-00B361148280 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 01:50:58 -0500 When a wife earns more than her husband, certain adjustments must be made. When a wife earns more than her husband, certain adjustments must be made. It's matter of social necessity conflicting with generational learning and it can cause a short in a guy's wiring. 15:47 relationships, retirement, life, living, habits, attitude, memories, changes, journal, aging, society, older Fred Masey no Any habit is hard to break but smoking may be the hardest of all. This is the story of a 'hard case' with enough determination to overcome his cigarette addiction and go on to celebrate a landmark anniversary. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/021-smokeless.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal B3C75653-5F31-45EA-9169-4C806CCDFF4D Fri, 8 Jan 2010 13:32:42 -0500 Any habit is hard to break but smoking may be the hardest of all. Any habit is hard to break but smoking may be the hardest of all. This is the story of a 'hard case' with enough determination to overcome his cigarette addiction and go on to celebrate a landmark anniversary. 15:53 relationships, smoking, life, living, habits, attitude, memories, changes, journal, addictions, health, celebration Fred Masey no A New Year's Eve celebration and translation of the traditional song, "Auld Lang Syne." Fred recounts several New Year's from past to present, provides the secret recipe for a most unusual drink...and at last, someone who actually knows what the heck auld lang syne means! http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/020-always-a-ball.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 29E72526-ACBE-4651-9B8B-347552BD096F Wed, 30 Dec 2009 16:09:49 -0500 A New Year's Eve celebration and translation of the traditional song, "Auld Lang Syne." A New Year's Eve celebration and translation of the traditional song, "Auld Lang Syne." Fred recounts several New Year's from past to present, provides the secret recipe for a most unusual drink...and at last, someone who actually knows what the heck auld lang syne means! 17:10 relationships, holidays, life, living, Christmas, attitude, memories, changes, journal, new years, love, celebration Fred Masey no Bananas Crackers and Nuts Christmas special, featuring thoughts about the colors and other delights of the greatest holiday of all -- and a specially produced reading of "One Solitary Life"! http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/019-christmas-card.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal A85B3C80-EE16-47A8-947E-5A5883E9B3BD Tue, 22 Dec 2009 19:37:52 -0500 Bananas Crackers and Nuts Christmas special featuring a special reading of "One Solitary Life!" Bananas Crackers and Nuts Christmas special, featuring thoughts about the colors and other delights of the greatest holiday of all -- and a specially produced reading of "One Solitary Life"! 13:42 relationships, holidays, life, living, Christmas, attitude, memories, changes, journal, society, love, philosophy Fred Masey no Whether shopping for presents, decorations or the tree itself, Christmas can be a challenge. Things are changing but is it due to the economy or just people's desire to experience more of the Holiday spirit? http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/018-christmastree.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 731D5DB2-B32B-4B96-B6D9-956CD5440956 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 23:29:21 -0500 Whether shopping for presents, decorations or the tree itself, Christmas can be a challenge. Whether shopping for presents, decorations or the tree itself, Christmas can be a challenge. Things are changing but is it due to the economy or just people's desire to experience more of the Holiday spirit? 13:59 relationships, holidays, life, living, Christmas, attitude, memories, changes, journal, society, shopping, philosophy Fred Masey no Christmas can be rich with wonderful memories for kids and adults alike. Fred chronicles three special occasions of his own in anticipation of the great day arriving in just a few weeks. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/017-christmas-past.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 4C6A196C-2D2D-403E-B9A3-FE228C42D2B2 Tue, 8 Dec 2009 11:40:11 -0500 Fred chronicles three special memories of Christmas as both child and adult. Christmas can be rich with wonderful memories for kids and adults alike. Fred chronicles three special occasions of his own in anticipation of the great day arriving in just a few weeks. 14:39 relationships, holidays, life, living, Christmas, attitude, memories, children, journal, society, imagination, philosophy Fred Masey no Special Thanksgiving program about a small boy lost in his own reality, as well as some personal recollections of this very special holiday and its significance. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/016-pilgrims-turkeys.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal B9247CF0-EC75-43DB-858C-E6A94D556944 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:01:56 -0500 Special Thanksgiving program about a small boy lost in his own reality. Special Thanksgiving program about a small boy lost in his own reality, as well as some personal recollections of this very special holiday and its significance. 12:50 relationships, holidays, life, living, thanksgiving, attitude, decisions, children, journal, society, imagination, philosophy Fred Masey no Buying on the Internet can be tricky and sometimes calls for a little healthy paranoia. Ignore too many 'red flags' with an auction item and you could find yourself more than just a dollar short and a day late. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/015-buyer-beware.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal E8A6FBE5-F970-4B72-B467-031166E5ECFA Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:35:21 -0500 Buying on the Internet can be tricky and sometimes calls for a little healthy paranoia. Buying on the Internet can be tricky and sometimes calls for a little healthy paranoia. Ignore too many 'red flags' with an auction item and you could find yourself more than just a dollar short and a day late. 16:26 relationships, shopping, life, living, buying, attitude, decisions, choices, journal, society, internet, philosophy Fred Masey no Witnessing the birth of your child is an unforgettable miracle. A minor operation for Fred's grand daughter triggers some vivid memories of several birth experiences, from Lamaze class to introducing his infant son to the family dog. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/014-its-a-boy.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 5A436921-1153-468D-8305-21248AFDF488 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:19:45 -0500 Witnessing the birth of your child is an unforgettable miracle. Witnessing the birth of your child is an unforgettable miracle. A minor operation for Fred's grand daughter triggers some vivid memories of several birth experiences, from Lamaze class to introducing his infant son to the family dog. 17:06 relationships, memories, life, living, nostalgia, attitude, birth, generations, journal, society, children, philosophy Fred Masey no From rooftop reasoning to fractured fads, Fred is waxing philosophical. Here's a collection of stuff about stuff, personal taboos, and a brouhaha with Becky and Krystal at the checkout encounter. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/013-stuff.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 87B35CE1-9B36-42B6-A94D-0B9008F57F4B Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:46:48 -0500 From rooftop reasoning to fractured fads, Fred is waxing philosophical. From rooftop reasoning to fractured fads, Fred is waxing philosophical. Here's a collection of stuff about stuff, personal taboos, and a brouhaha with Becky and Krystal at the checkout encounter. 16:02 relationships, changes, life, living, older, attitude, senior, generations, journal, society, fads, philosophy Fred Masey no People have different gambling styles that can turn fun into frustration. A trip to the racetrack and a cruise are the settings to show not only techniques but how something as simple as placing a bet can turn normal individuals into bananas! http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/012-when-to-fold.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal D745DF91-5C24-4A89-9112-437773EFECA9 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:52:25 -0400 People have different gambling styles that can turn fun into frustration. People have different gambling styles that can turn fun into frustration. A trip to the racetrack and a cruise are the settings to show not only techniques but how something as simple as placing a bet can turn normal individuals into bananas! 15:52 aging, changes, life, living, older, attitude, senior, generations, journal, society, gambling, philosophy Fred Masey no Two stories illustrate that it's never too late to make changes and anything is possible if you want it badly enough. Since change is the one thing that is certain, controlling it puts you in better control of your life. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/011-making-change.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal BB0E6592-84F6-4404-BA72-57CAC280EF94 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:23:09 -0400 Two stories illustrate that it's never too late to make changes and anything is possible. Two stories illustrate that it's never too late to make changes and anything is possible if you want it badly enough. Since change is the one thing that is certain, controlling it puts you in better control of your life. 14:26 aging, changes, life, living, older, attitude, senior, generations, journal, society, options, philosophy Fred Masey no There are a number of differences between today's Senior and 'Seasoned Citizens' of yesteryear. They vary from musical tastes to recreation and lifestyle choices. BCNuts makes some informed comparisons. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/010-not-mantovani.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 6F8654FE-66D9-488F-BE67-F4D5985C188A Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:59:06 -0400 BCNuts takes a look at differences between today's Senior and 'Seasoned Citizens' of yesteryear. There are a number of differences between today's Senior and 'Seasoned Citizens' of yesteryear. They vary from musical tastes to recreation and lifestyle choices. BCNuts makes some informed comparisons. 14:34 aging, changes, life, living, older, attitude, senior, generations, journal, society, relationships, philosophy Fred Masey no As the seasons change and the trees burst into color, certain preparations must be made for winter. Exactly what you need to do may depend upon exactly who, what or where you are. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/009-ready-for-winter.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 4E1A1768-9BEA-4F07-9EF2-86D5B8271090 Tue, 6 Oct 2009 08:40:22 -0400 As the seasons change and the trees burst into color, certain preparations must be made for winter. As the seasons change and the trees burst into color, certain preparations must be made for winter. Exactly what you need to do may depend upon exactly who, what or where you are. 15:36 seasons, autumn, aging, changes, life, living, older, attitude, senior, journal, society, philosophy Fred Masey no Everyone remembers their first love -- the one who takes you back to a simpler time when your biggest worry was getting a date for Saturday night. You know, the one who helped you take those first steps into a larger, grown up world. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/008-forever-mine.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal E7ED6F61-A535-414C-8BA0-2353E5AC7862 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:28:34 -0400 Everyone remembers their first love -- the one who takes you back to a simpler time. Everyone remembers their first love -- the one who takes you back to a simpler time when your biggest worry was getting a date for Saturday night. You know, the one who helped you take those first steps into a larger, grown up world. 14:27 youth, changes, life, living, love, attitude, senior, growing, memories, journal, society, relationships Fred Masey no Here's a look at some of the little, everyday things in life that get under your skin. Anything from annoying waitresses to doting do-gooders can cause irritation but there are ways to extract your own pound of flesh. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/007-splinters.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 8960589D-48C3-42A1-8A73-009F78D9D4D7 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 08:22:48 -0400 Here's a look at some of the little, everyday things in life that get under your skin Here's a look at some of the little, everyday things in life that get under your skin. Anything from annoying waitresses to doting do-gooders can cause irritation but there are ways to extract your own pound of flesh. 15:59 aging, changes, life, living, older, attitude, senior, health, geriatric, journal, society, relationships Fred Masey no A special BCNuts 9/11 tribute offering personal recollections and commentary. Each year, the nation remembers those who perished in the attacks but how many truly understand the significance of that day? http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/006-missing-tooth.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 6EB8C3DC-0A5A-46C7-8455-86E47E1A5678 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 21:12:43 -0400 A special BCNuts 9/11 tribute offering personal recollections and commentary. A special BCNuts 9/11 tribute offering personal recollections and commentary. Each year, the nation remembers those who perished in the attacks but how many truly understand the significance of that day? 14:42 9-11, trade center, attack, terror, life, living, attitude, changes, health, journal, society, philosophy Fred Masey no When you're younger, the world is filled with keys or markers that punctuate your life. What happens later when these keys change or become lost? Fred looks at some causes and effects. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/005-moved-my-keys.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 7E32580A-9381-4699-99F2-FEDF7B29A80D Tue, 8 Sep 2009 14:15:00 -0400 When your younger, life is punctuated by certain keys or markers. What happens when they're gone? When you're younger, the world is filled with keys or markers that punctuate your life. What happens later when these keys change or become lost? Fred looks at some causes and effects. 15:15 aging, changes, life, living, older, attitude, senior, health, geriatric, journal, society, philosophy Fred Masey no Raising children isn't what it used to be and neither is being a kid growing up. Here is a perspective on both and a look at their own philosophies from a couple of self-proclaimed successful parents, turned grandparents. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/004-kid-you-not.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 92996BB5-5195-493B-8A35-6C154C8D319C Tue, 1 Sep 2009 15:56:33 -0400 Raising children isn't what it used to be and neither is being a kid growing up. Here is a perspective on both. Raising children isn't what it used to be and neither is being a kid growing up. Here is a perspective on both and a look at their own philosophies from a couple of self-proclaimed successful parents, turned grandparents. 17:05 kids, changes, life, living, older, attitude, parenting, discipline, children, journal, society, philosophy Fred Masey no A very special purpose makes it necessary for a selfless man to turn his best friend over to an animal shelter. Adoption creates a difficult transition for both new owner and new pal over old ways. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/003-dog-story.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 700427CA-752D-48E2-9D74-5338393F3337 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 19:33:55 -0400 Man and dog struggle to make a difficult transition after an adoption A very special purpose makes it necessary for a selfless man to turn his best friend over to an animal shelter. Adoption creates a difficult transition for both new owner and new pal over old ways. 15:35 dog, changes, life, living, sacrifice, attitude, loving, soldier, pet, journal, society, philosophy Fred Masey no Times when the Super Hero within you has lost some of his power to perform, protect and defend those he loves, plus a few compensating suggestions. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/002-soft-kryptonite.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 8CD2DA74-3ABF-4807-B11E-1C83976DDBAE Mon, 17 Aug 2009 23:31:34 -0400 Times when the Super Hero within has lost some of his power Times when the Super Hero within you has lost some of his power to perform, protect and defend those he loves, plus a few compensating suggestions. 15:40 aging, changes, life, living, older, attitude, senior, health, geriatric, journal, society, philosophy Fred Masey no The good, the bad and the ugly of adjusting to the changes that occur during our Senior years vs. the trauma of being a Teen. http://bananascrackersnuts.com/bcnuts-show/001-other-end-telescope.mp3 fred@fredmasey.com society and culture changes, personal journal 8AFBA6BC-91C1-49F3-99A0-BF16A9390E04 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 02:55:15 -0400 Changes in the Senior vs. the trauma of a teen The good, the bad and the ugly of adjusting to the changes that occur during our Senior years vs. the trauma of being a Teen. 18:09 aging, changes, life, living, older, attitude, senior, health, geriatric, journal, society, philosophy Fred Masey no