The Quite Frankly Bulletin Archives

When we say “Ides of March,” what does it mean and what is its cultural significance? The important point to start is to understand the Roman system of dating.

What if everything we’ve been told about archaeology is a carefully crafted story? What if the true intent behind excavations and site preservation isn’t as noble as we’ve been led to believe? What if everything you see at the most famous archaeological sites in the world is all just a facade?

With Valentine’s Day on the horizon and the heightened security surrounding the recent inauguration of President Trump, we took a deep dive into the Secret Service code names for some of our most storied Commanders in Chief and their loving leading ladies. 

To my dear friends in the Quite Frankly Nation: this essay is a basic theory of the fundamental building blocks of learning how “money” works, what it represents, and how you can start having a surplus of it and, hence, more abundance of it in your life. 

As we begin this new year, let us light the flame of Liberty in our hearts and face the challenges ahead with courage and determination. These are not ordinary times—they are moments that call for greatness, for standing firm, and for fighting for the liberty that is our birthright.

Soon, our skeleton president will oversee his final day of American annihilation from inside his heavily guarded mausoleum—or as others like to call it: the White House.

To my dear Friends in the Quite Frankly Nation: The start of a new year is a good time for new beginnings. Let’s start with being happy. 

It has been well over 200 years since Pluto last transited Aquarius. Is this the dawning of a new American Revolution? 

Professional decorator extraordinaire and father of Quite Frankly host, Frank Valbiro, Anthony Valbiro shares his heart for the holidays and designing a cherished Christmas that stands the test of time.

In a time when struggles persist and challenges seem insurmountable, it is more important than ever to reflect on the gift of liberty—a gift purchased through sacrifice, safeguarded by courage, and rooted in hope. Many have spent this year tirelessly fighting to protect America’s principles, ensuring the legacy of freedom remains intact for generations yet to come. Let us not grow weary in this vital work but instead find strength in gratitude and assurance in the lessons of history.

Test your knowledge of the Emerald Isle and her festive traditions with this golden round of trivial pursuit.

With Valentine’s Day budding just around the corner and spring holidays and occasions to follow, we enlisted the expertise of Quite Frankly listener and Bulletin contributor, AK, to share her professional florist tips on how to get the best floral arrangement for your budget. 

The leftist politics and culture of subversion share a common source which may surprise you. It will surprise you not in the sense of a total ambush, wherein one will later scratch one’s head and claim one had no clue whatsoever the surprise was coming. It will surprise you, rather, in the less shocking sense that the universal source of leftism proves something recognizably bad—a familiar foe—and yet more potent an evil than formerly cognized, as well as covertly informative of all the many branches of leftism. This common source will surprise you in its leftism-generating ubiquity alone.

Quite Frankly guest and host of The Homeschool How To Podcast, Cheryl Daley, courageously explores education in America. 

Listener of the show, Ed Hayward, examines his theory on the current state of conservatism in the country—and what that means for its opposition.

Test your knowledge on the festive season with these lesser-known tidbits about Christmas.

Quite Frankly listener and creative contributor, Candi Miller, is back again, this time, to share her marvelous gift of seasonal decorating and how the greatest story ever told provides the perfect inspiration for taking moments and turning them into memories.

Loyal listener and creative artist, AK, is back again to generously offer our community a wide selection of complimentary Quite Frankly holiday wallpaper for your phones, tablets and computer screens.

Quite Frankly listener, Cavetoad, kindly submitted this Eighth Grade Examination from a rural Kentucky school dated November 1912. Test your knowledge and be sure to share your results with the class.

With the Thanksgiving season underway, we wanted to highlight what the Quite Frankly community is most thankful for. Your answers were full of love and gratitude. Check out your submissions and keep the thankfulness rolling for a chance to be featured in a future episode by visiting the forum. 

Cupid struck gold with these picture-perfect matches from the Quite Frankly community.

Festive Franklies from coast to coast shared with us their beautiful family Christmas cards and heartwarming holiday photos. 

We are so very thankful for Franklies both near and far!

We put the call out for your best Halloween costumes of all-time and you delivered! From creepy clowns to political getups, and family-friendly garments to humorous homemade designs, your costumes spanned the decades and dazzled the Quite Frankly forum. Check out the link below to see several of the highlights and find out the winner! Also, be sure to leave a comment for a chance to win a special bonus prize for one lucky bulletin reader.

In our inaugural edition of the Quite Frankly Bulletin, YOU were our most popular feature! We're thrilled to bring you another fantastic month of snapshots of Franklies from around the world.

Quite Frankly would be nothing without you, our loyal Franklies! We asked for your photo submissions and you delivered. Here is a selection of fan highlights from around the country and throughout the world.

Fellow Frankly “Crack-yer-barrel” details a wee bit of Irish history mixed with a few of their favorite hearty recipes from old Hibernia. 

Experience a taste of Ireland with this comfort food recipe submitted by Quite Frankly audience member, Vesper.

This charming, zesty drink is the perfect treat for a spirited St. Patrick’s Day!

Aurora’s back to baking and promises this naturally gluten free flourless chocolate cake with it’s simple and (almost guilt-free) ingredients, rich ganache frosting and brownie-like texture, is sure to hit the spot!

You and your Valentine won’t know if it’s day or night when this magical elixir takes you on a charming trip this February 14th. 

Feeling stressed from holiday preparations? Don't get your tinsel in a tangle. Unwind with this merry little elixir that will have you ready for the Christmas season...with bells on!

Christmas has always been a time to bring together family in the best way we know how - around the table with love, gratitude and a lot of delicious food! Lauren asked her sisters to share their favorite recipes to share over the holidays. So we bring to you a delicious French Toast Bake and a secret family recipe for a classic dessert, Snowball cookies!

Here at Quite Frankly, we are all too familiar with the mockingbird mainstream media. As a play on this aspect of modern life, we exclusively enlisted the talents of Drinking with Patriots to concoct a chirpy cocktail that will shake your tail feathers.

Katie from Austin is a fan of the show who enjoys baking and traveling. We are delighted to share her favorite Thanksgiving recipe for a delectable pumpkin carrot cake! Be sure to check out the recipe...

Looking for creative ideas to entertain your hungry ghouls and goblins this Halloween season? We scoured the internet to find some dazzling displays that are a tasty treat for your eyes and your stomach.

An enchanting cocktail that’s wickedly spellbinding!

This “furrr-ocious” beverage has the perfect bite! Enjoy while chilling and allow its smooth flavors to deliver you a ‘Rocky Mountain High.’

Five generations of women in Dr. Robin McCutcheon's family have made these yummy treats - bursting with classic cozy flavors... and some fun! It's still not too late to get yours marinating in the fridge!

Straight from the Frankly kitchen, Frank brings you a delicious Summer drink that will carry you through Labor Day and beyond!

You won’t regret trying these tasty treats blasting with Summer flavors of strawberries & cream, not only are they delicious, they are “J, The Nutritionist” approved!

The intrinsic nature of Bitcoin mining creates the conditions for a digital domino effect akin to the web of alliances that propelled Europe into WWI.

I think it’s safe to say that the first two weeks of Trump’s second term have far surpassed even our highest expectations. Just, wow! Things are actually happening! Trump obviously came in with a much better plan this time, and has already achieved tangible results. It’s unheard of for the government to act so swiftly, and it’s shocking to watch.

As we anxiously await the Inauguration, I can’t help being optimistic. Like many of us, the one thing I’m hoping for more than anything else is disclosure, especially with respect to the big issues like human trafficking and treason by high-ranking government officials. Personally, I also want the vindication that will come with disclosure, and I don’t care if it’s selfish. If there is any chance of rebuilding the relationships that were destroyed over the last eight years, it’s going to have to start with the following words – “I told you so.”

If there's one thing Matt can tell you, it's what NOT to do on Halloween!

The best ways to kill the pesky Spotted Lanternfly… according to Matt.