Scoutmaster Podcast 329
Baden Powell's original vision for merit badges versus today's merit badge industrial complex

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INTRO
Opening joke about wearing dark goggles in preparation for camping in bright winter snow — but 'can't see myself wearing them.'
WELCOME
Listener mail from Frank Rossmark (podcast 327 photo and 'double secret probation'), Paul Geisler (College of Commissioner Science survey), and thanks to new backers Shane Adams and Jim Gilligy.
LISTENERS EMAIL
Two anonymous emails: (1) a membership chair worried about an overloaded, non-delegating Scoutmaster and a fraying program; (2) a new merit badge counselor asking about group instruction and how much guidance to provide — leading into an extended discussion on the merit badge industrial complex versus Baden Powell's original intent.
OUTRO