Talk Me Some Art And Other Stories
By Guy Masse
Join host Guy Masse as he takes you on an informative and entertaining trip through art, nature, music, movies and everything in between. It's a big world out there and anything goes! The emphasis is and always will be art... small word, big meaning.
Talk Me Some Art And Other StoriesApr 02, 2024
00:00
02:23:17
Maple Extract
Makepeace - The car biz - Painting progress - Night moves - More about words
Apr 02, 202402:23:17
Breadbox
Air Pump - Dub Taylor - Archie Bunker - Multitasking Conspiracy - Hurricane - Shoreline access
Mar 13, 202403:04:22
Making Fudge Pt 2
More cat talk - refrigerator snapshot - Phone call - Rhode Island wonder - Edgar Buchanan - Tool shed - Think small
Feb 19, 202401:47:19
Make Fudge Pt One
HiFi high - The joy of staining - Our hero is back! - Ahh coffee - Predawn moment
Feb 01, 202403:43:35
Many Segments Folks
Tea time - Lithography - Art Store - Jesus Christ Superstar Pt 1 - Jesus Christ Superstar Pt 2 - House of Mirrors
Jan 20, 202403:31:44
Didactum Part Two
First snow - Gary Cooper et al - Up early - Spelunking - Bike - Cataract - Buckles' back
Jan 10, 202402:57:08
Didactum Part One
Baranca - Double exposures - Kathy - Hiking in Vermont - China closet therapy - Compliant Kitties
Jan 04, 202402:40:23
Window Seat
Into a painting - Nuns rule - Typewriters were heavy and suffered from ink-clogged o's - Kickstands and flapping trading cards - Crying babies
Dec 01, 202302:17:58
Early Riser Primer
Character actors - Early morning and being seventeen - White walls
Nov 25, 202301:33:19
The Turnip Show
November Light - Mantle Clock - Lick The World - Bongos and Goatees - Next Canvas - Let's Cook
Nov 14, 202302:18:31
Fall Cleanup
Labor Day cookout - A lofty study and appreciation of clouds - A fun spin on Halloween - Just how many decisions do we make each day?
Oct 13, 202302:36:60
Are We Having Fun Yet?
The basement is finally drying out - we're all pretty adept with technology - 19th century paintings featuring riparian outings
Aug 18, 202301:21:16
Span Plan Part One
A tribute to the elusive mourning dove - A heavy downpour creates havoc in the basement - Making a connection between the peach and the beach.
Jul 16, 202301:32:09
Into The Mix Part Two
A year in the life of seasons in New England - Guy has his work cut out for him with his front bushes - Mushroom and garlic make for a warrior in the kitchen - Notes on a Rhode Island morning - Our planet had a bad day at the turn of the millenium
Jun 28, 202301:00:27
Into The Mix Podcast Part One
A recollection of the great 19th century painters - Remembering Andy - Rediscovering Woody Allen as an actor
Jun 26, 202355:19
Of Painting and Pergolas
It's all about that blissful early evening time - Guy already has a title for his painting - A celebration of suburbia - Guy tags along on Gary's candy delivery - Someone's getting psyched about a rethink of his backyard layout - After a cloudy start the day transitions to glorious sun and blue skies - Cats are famously clean and they work hard at it - It's not Lourdes but rather a mindset - It's the first day of Summer!
Jun 21, 202340:55
Sneezing And Seeing Stars
Buckles Brannigan opines on his town of Southfork, old west Texas - Guy coughs and sees stars and explored the whole phenomena of what we all experience. (hiccups would be a good example).
Jun 19, 202312:57
Stars and Focus
Jun 17, 202317:51
A New Endeavor
Guy starts on a new journey of oil painting. He picks up where he left off way back in art school - the brushes are selected, the paints are at the ready. Guy starts painting. It's around the tenth sitting and he needs to make a small but important change.
Jun 15, 202301:15:03
Sleep Rating, The Glade, Cat Update
Guy rates his sleep using a new system on a scale of one to ten... his previous night's rating was 8.35 - A walk through the forest features the glade, a very special place - Lulu just recently came out of hiding in the basement and Guy is happy to have her back on the main floor.
Aug 28, 202152:30
July Fourth, Western Actors, House Cleaning
This year we were granted two days off for Independence Day - There's a great legacy of talented character actors most notably on old TV westerns including the gifted Strother Martin - Guy is adopting a new game plan when it comes to cleaning his house... small specific tasks in under an hour and spread out over four days. With three days rest the process repeats itself weekly.
Jul 16, 202127:56
A Swim At The Point, Air Conditioning, Sleep Rating
Guy enjoys a warm Summer day on Narragansett Bay with an invigorating swim - Things are a little cooler with the installation of an air conditioner - The cats are doing their thing - Guy rates his previous night's sleep as decent.
Jul 02, 202141:07
Western TV, Perseverance, Buckles Branigan
There's a parade of great and adventurous stories of the Old West as seen through the lens of mid-century television courtesy free TV - Guy perseveres through a graphic design project logjam and comes out on top... and celebrates - Buckles Branigan joins Guy in the studio to talk about his beloved town of Southfork.
Jun 24, 202155:47
The Lifting - Affirmation and Reaffermation
There's a good feeling that Covid is winding down and rules are relaxing. This Summer is promising to be a return to our old normal - Guy makes a case for the importance of affirmation and and employing affirmations in our daily existence.
Jun 12, 202150:05
Let's Go Fly A Kite, Trees, Bike Ride
It's late Spring and there's still time to catch the wind and fly a kite. Guy reminisces about his love for sending a sail up into the blue sky - Trees offer us so much... beauty and shelter for us and for the little critters - Guy plans his next bike journey... waiting for a day with all the right conditions.
Jun 06, 202127:42
EVs, Morning Ruminations, Quiet Radiators
People don't like the relative inconvenience of charging an electric vehicle - Guy looks out the window at another morning view - More talk about naplets - The house is now quiet; free of the radiator racket - Guy rates a newly-discovered line of jams for breakfast.
May 16, 202155:48
Bass-Centric, Yogurt Winner, Running Shoes
Guy explores the arena rock era of the '70's and '80's and a love of bass - A favorite yogurt emerges as part of Guy's daily intake - It's a day to think about getting out and riding with a trip to the running shoe store.
Apr 28, 202101:07:05
What's Important?, Visions Of Johanna, Naplet
We ask a simple question: what's important? - Guy's take on Bob Dylan's "Visions of Johanna" as interpreted by Jerry Garcia - Enter a slumbery world of "naplets" (mini couch naps) with John Wayne in "The Searchers"
Apr 26, 202142:51
Coffee, Pizza, Spring Home Projects
Guy's morning ritual includes making coffee. A new bean is featured. Fellini's makes a great steak and scallion pizza. Guy shares his upcoming house projects. The cats continue to be cats in the Masse house.
Apr 22, 202140:15
Kitty Cat Status Report, Adobe Illustrator Heaven, Review Of Shows
John Jacobs updates us on the activities of Guy's cats Lulu and Cane - Adobe Illustrator is the program of choice in Guy's graphic design world - We countdown the latest TMSAAOS podcast to give you a clearer view of the paths the show is taking.
Apr 13, 202101:23:04
Walking On The Beach, The New Boiler
The onset of Spring causes one to wax poetic on the small joys of living - Guy gets a new heating system installed - 4 pm is Guy's wind-down-for-the-day hour where he starts thinking about supper and stuff.
Apr 06, 202101:02:57
New Favorite Bean, Spring Bike Ride
Guy discovers a new coffee at the supermarket and it immediately takes its place as a favorite brew - A 15-mile bike ride through Seekonk and Pawtucket harkens the onset of Spring in New England. Please support these podcasts by sharing... Happy Spring!
Mar 23, 202150:11
Buckles' Horse Walk, Living, Learning and Loving, Factory Outlet
Buckles' Branigan takes his horse on a quick around-the-block tour of his beloved town of Southfork - The three elements of life: living, learning and loving help guide us throughout the day - Janet and Guy venture out on a day of discount shopping at the GAP, Nautica, Brooks Brothers and Favorite Shoes after a satisfying brunch at Cracker Barrell in Wrentham, Massachusetts - After eleven years since his last colonoscopy, Guy checks into the hospital for a surprisingly quick procedure - Today is the first day of Spring and Guy celebrates.
Mar 21, 202148:12
Great TV Westerns, The Rhythm of Thought
There's a host of television western dramas... from Bonanza to Wagon Train... that delight and entertain us and feature talented actors, action and gorgeous landscapes; all at the same time providing us a modicum of comic relief - Guy relates how he feels throughout the day driven by thoughts that go in and out of a positive mindset. We can try to tap into this rhythm as we go about our day.
Feb 21, 202140:09
Buckles' Fair Fight, Sleep Update
Guy talks with Buckles Branigan about his latest drama on the streets of Southfork - An update on the home energy audit - Guy has a rough night of lack of sleep.
Feb 20, 202130:55
Sleep Update, Drum Kit Relocate
Guy's unusual sleep pattern still affords him the restorative benefits he needs to function throughout the day - Guy decides to finally move his drum kit downstairs from collecting dust in the attic space in an effort to get back to the beat.
Feb 16, 202139:11
Morning Ruminations, RISE Energy Audit
Guy reports on a gray start to the day - An energy audit includes recommendations for insulating the house and installation savings incentives - Guy is back from a visit to Southfork and recalls some of the old west attractions in town.
Feb 14, 202135:03
Art School Injustice, Buckles Branigan Southfork Sunrise
Guy remembers his technical drawing class and one particular incident involving a dishonest classmate - Guy likes his fruit juices throughout the day - Buckles observes and reports a particularly beautiful sunrise over his beloved town of Southfork including some early morning activity from the undertaker.
Feb 09, 202153:21
Impending Nor'easter, The Savvy Podcaster
The potential of a large dumping of snow creates a sense of intrigue - The smart podcaster has a sustainable approach to producing and publishing.
Feb 03, 202142:31
Buckle's Beginnings, Cat Update
While Guy Is away Buckles Branigan subs for him recalling fond memories of childhood in Southfork - Lulu and Cane's new food setup is working out well.
Jan 31, 202156:01
Cold Morning Errand, What's In My Fridge?
Guy leaves the comfort of home to buy cigarettes down the street in the morning cold - Our diets are determined by what's in our refrigerators at any given time. Guy offers his own fridge inventory.
Jan 30, 202136:16
Western Drama In Progress, Cheeses, Mate
Guy describes a Wagon Train episode - Cheese is one of those perfect foods - Mate is South America's beverage and a good substitute for coffee - The cats wake up with Guy in the wee hours of the morning.
Jan 22, 202131:15
Heartburn, Life-Giving Water
Guy gets a bout of heartburn that puts a damper on the day - Water is the best beverage and a gift from God to refresh and replenish - The cats have a new spot for their meals.
Jan 18, 202126:53
Winter Wondering, Shrimp 101
Guy ponders a snow storm from the comfort of the studio - Always buy shrimp shell-on and uncooked. Buy colossal size or larger and parboil before de-shelling and deveining - Welcome to a new podcast format with less segments and under thirty minutes long.
Jan 14, 202130:37
Snow Storm, Double Cuteness, Happy New Year!
Guy talks about last-minute Christmas shopping. The first major winter storm drops eight inches of snow on Pawtucket - The cats rule and bestow Guy with a double cuteness factor - Happy 2021 to all!
Jan 02, 202156:06
Christmas Display, Capacity In Our Lives
Guy is excited about his Christmas display in the studio and on the adjacent porch - We humans are given the capacity to take on a bunch of things in life deftly.
Dec 15, 202048:01
Buckles Branigan Christmas, Thanksgiving Reflections
Guy is joined by Buckles Branigan talking mostly of the holidays and Southfork but not before Buckles makes a pitch for his Branigan X cigars - Guy reflects upon Thanksgiving at his brother's house.
Nov 30, 202047:16
Dreamscapes, Dialect, Morning Ruminations
Guy describes his dream about his brother's car dealership with a Christmas theme - Morning Ruminations from the studio - Nephew Patrick performs fall cleanup in Guy's yard - Buckles Branigan explains how dalect is an important part of language since prehistoric times.
Nov 20, 202048:25
Beef Stew, My Tree, Future - Present And Past
Guy shares his recipe for beef stew and includes tips on how to make it fast and easy - The front tree is shedding its leaves and Guy determines an average leaf fall rate - Buckles Branigan puffs away on his Branigan X churchill cigar - The future, present and past are the three time modes of each of our existence and Guy relates those of which he has the most authority.
Nov 13, 202001:00:38
Breaking Down The Grateful Dead, Wagon Train, Buckles' Holidays
Host Guy Masse analyzes each of the Grateful Dead personnel's playing style and their contribution to the whole - The TV western is examined in real time play-by-play - Guy is excited about a possible coronavirus vaccine supposedly around the corner - Buckles talks about the prospect of Thanksgiving and Christmas in Southfork.
Nov 11, 202059:41