Craftsmen Online Podcast

The Masonic Medical Research Institute is an internationally recognized biomedical research institute founded by the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons in the State of New York in 1958. RW Imbimbo, Bro. Cucci and Dr. McCarthy share what makes this facility unique, not just in Freemasonry, but in the important research they conduct. Show Links... Visit the Masonic Medical Research Institute on...

According to Albert Mackey’s Manual of the Lodge, the great design of the third degree in Freemasonry is the principle of Fidelity. Bro. John Nagy returns to dive into the characters and meaning of three villains Masonry known as the “Three Ruffians.” Show Links.... Read Albert Mackey’s Manual of the Lodge... https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Manual_of_the_Lodge Read Samuel Pritchard's expose "Three...

Petitioning to a Lodge for membership is the first of many steps in a Mason's journey. Unfortunately, as there are beginnings, there are also endings. RW Robert Johnson joins me for a conversation on the difficult decisions some Masons face when demitting from a Lodge or Masonic Body. Show links... Visit RJ's "Whence Came You Podcast" website... https://wcypodcast.com/ Read the Midnight Freemasons...

For our listeners who follow the episodes that feature Bro. John Nagy, you may be familiar with the term "Masonic Unicorn" used on our podcast. In this episode, we break down the meaning of Masonic Unicorns by exploring the pursuits of some of Freemasonry’s oldest myths. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support .

Freemasonry is a history fraternity with ties to ancient beginnings. Yet, as modern Masons we live in the information age. Is Freemasonry ready to engage with the Metaverse? WB Nicholas Broadway, publisher of The Square Magazine, shares his vision for the future of our beloved Craft. Show Links... Read Bro. Broadway's article "Great Architect of the Universe" in The Square Magazine... https://www....

Bro. John Nagy joins us as we seek to answer this question: “Can You Be a Freemason By Yourself?” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support .

WB Luis Gonzalez is Past Master of Odenton Lodge #209 in Odenton, MD. He shares his answers to the questions of “Why Be Master” of a Masonic Lodge and the legacy Masons leave in leadership positions. Show links... Visit Odenton Lodge #209 online... https://odentonlodge209.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support .

A Lodge’s “digital presence” became a critical connection during the pandemic as men interested in pursuing Freemasonry used the internet in record numbers to connect with local Lodges. WB Ken JP Stuczynski is the author of “Web Mastering the Craft: Fraternity in a Digital World” and shares insight on how to bring your Lodge into the digital space. Show Links... Purchase the digital or paperback v...

With the dramatic rise of Freemasonry in the eighteenth century, art played a fundamental role in its practice, rhetoric, and global dissemination, while Freemasonry, in turn, directly influenced developments in art. In the modern age, art continues to be a powerful form of expression. Bro. Ari Roussimoff is an accomplished Masonic painter and artist who shares his unique style of art that feature...

In his latest book, “The Craft MASTERED” Bro. John Nagy explores the question of mastering the Craft while decoding Masonic ritual. He also offers crucial connections that reveal what the originators of Ritual wanted early Masons to learn. Show Links... To purchase your copy of The Craft MASTERED... https://www.amazon.com/Craft-Mastered-Completing-Temple-Fellow/dp/B09NGTB2Y2 Visit Bro. Nagy's webs...

Traditional Observance (TO) Freemasonry is a movement growing within the Craft, consisting of best-practices in areas of philosophical discipline and successful management, practiced in Blue Lodges. Bro. B.R. Hubbard shares how Suwassett Chapter #195 is the first York Rite in New York to embrace the observance movement. Show Links... Visit Suwassett Chapter #195 online... https://www.suwassett195....

In this installment of “Cinema and The Craft,” WB Darin Lahners details the connections between Harry Potter and Freemasonry. Show Links... Visit the Midnight Freemasons... http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/ Listen to "Meet, Act and Part" Podcast... https://meetactandpart.com/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support .

Masonic Education has regrettably been reduced to teaching protocol, traditions, and catechism while ignoring the esoteric essence of the ritual. Bros. Bradshaw and Wallace are co-authors of A Path to Providence: The Creation of the Middle Chamber Program and share their work in promoting Masonic Education to communicate the practical applications of Freemasonry’s esoteric teachings. Show Links......

Presented to newly obligated members, Masonic Aprons are one of the most identifiable symbols of Freemasonry. In our ritual, the history and Masonic meaning of aprons are explained, however, there are some questions that are left unanswered. Bro. John Nagy shares his insight on why "it's not about the tuck, it's about the fold." Show Links... Visit Bro. John Nagy's blog "Building Builders!" at......

Freemasonry is not a religion, although there are many biblical passages and spiritual principles present in our ritual and lessons. WB Jason Marshall, author of “The Path,” discusses his research into exploring the seven major religions in the world as they relate to Ancient Craft Masonry. Show Links... Order a copy of Bro. Marshall's book, "The Path: Using the Religions of the World as a Guide t...

At the conclusion of each of the three symbolic Lodge degrees, the Brother receives a Charge. Taken individually, or in total, the "Charges" mark a path for each to follow in developing their moral and spiritual temple. Bro. John Nagy brings his Uncommon Masonic knowledge to the conversation. Show Links... Visit Bro. John Nagy online... https://buildinghiram.blogspot.com/ Read "The Constitutions o...

The Order of DeMolay, is the premier international youth leadership organization, striving to shape young men into leaders of character. We're honored to have several guests from DeMolay Chapters around New York State to share their experience in this organization and insight into DeMolay's Masonic connection. Episode Links... Learn more about DeMolay International here, https://demolay.org/ Becom...

Our Grand Master, MW Richard Kessler, has stated his vision for the future of Freemasonry in New York with "Masonry Moving Forward." RW Daniel Di Natale shares an exciting update on the progress of our path forward; how Grand Lodge does business as an organization. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support .

We follow our conductors during Masonic degree ritual because we are instructed to do so. On this episode, we seek the deeper meaning of the role of a conductor. WB Jason Lee shares his thoughts on the “true and trusty” friend in Masonic Lodges. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support .

In Freemasonry we discuss two kinds of Masons: Operative and Speculative. In general terms, one works with their hands and the other with their mind. Bro. John Nagy brings his Uncommon Masonic knowledge to the conversation. Show Links... Visit Bro. John Nagy online at https://buildinghiram.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-coaches-coach-drawing-distinctions.html Become a supporter of this podcast: https://...

MW Richard “RJ” Kessler was elected and installed Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of New York on October 23, 2021 in Utica, New York. MW Kessler joins us to discuss his vision as Grand Master, “Masons Make a Difference.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support .

Most Masons hear the words “Cowan or Eavesdropper” and immediately think of a member of the profane world trying to obtain access to Lodge rooms without permission. The other idea is that a Cowan is someone pretending to be a Freemason. Bro. John Nagy returns to add clarity to one of the most misunderstood terms in Masonic ritual. Show Links... Visit Bro. John Nagy online at... https://buildinghir...

Some Grand Lodges openly discount esotericism and consider pursuit into the deeper meanings of ritual to be the substance of "Fringe Freemasonry." Bro. Angel Millar returns to discuss a system of degrees and orders, outside of Freemasonry, that were influenced by Masonic ritual. And, preview the February edition of the "Fraternal Review" that will focus on Fringe Freemasonry. Become a supporter of...

The earliest evidence of organized Freemasonry traces back to England during the mid-to-late 17th century. The idea of “mystical accent,” a central theme during the Renaissance which was represented when Jacob’s Ladder was added to Masonic ritual in the late 1700s. Bro. John Nagy unpacks the theme of divine presence in the deeper meanings of Masonic teachings. Show Links... Visit Bro. John Nagy on...

On February 3, 2020, the Trump administration declared a public health emergency due to the coronavirus outbreak. As we begin a new year, many Lodges find themselves facing familiar challenges with an increase in COVID cases across the nation. Bro. Andrew “Doc” Berry discusses the COVID effect on Freemasons. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podc...