Craftsmen Online Podcast

We're closing out the first season of the Craftsmen Online Podcast with a look back at the Five Most Listened Episodes of 2021. Top 5 of 2021... #5 Estoterics - Bro. Rene Perez #4 Star Wars and Freemasonry - WB Patrick Connor, Jr. #3 Freemasonry, Initiation and the Mysteries - Bro. Angel Millar #2 The Working Tools of Entered Apprentice - Bro. John Nagy #1 Pirates and Freemasonry - WB Andrew Marti...

Happy New Year! Season 2 beings Monday, January 10th. Let peace and harmony prevail! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support .

Part 1 of the Top 10 Most Listened To Craftsmen Online Podcast Episodes of 2021 Episode Guides... #10 - Clandestine Freemasonry (Published: 10/24/2021) with Bro. Eddie Abdul #9 - Green Lantern and Freemasonry (Published: 06/13/2021) with WB Joe Evans #8 - Western Esoteric Traditions in Freemasonry (Published: 10/03/2021) with WB Milosz Jeziorski #7 - The Greatness of Manly P. Hall (Published: 07/2...

Author of "Building Free Men - Uncommonly Freeing Masonic Education", Bro. John Nagy joins our conversation exploring the deeper meaning of the word “Freeborn” as it relates to Masonic ritual. Show Links... Purchase "Building Free Men - Uncommonly Freeing Masonic Education", Bro. John Nagy... http://www.coach.net/BuildingFreeMen.htm Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podc...

In Speculative Masonry, Master Masons may freely travel from Lodge to Lodge whether visiting or moving membership, as part of the privileges awarded to members in good standing. Bro. Rene Perez recently completed three Masonic journeys and joins us to share his experiences. Show Links... Visit Garibaldi Lodge #542 in New York City... https://www.garibaldilodge.com/ Become a supporter of this podca...

Get a preview of "Masonic Talks," recorded Masonic presentations and programs from Craftsmen Online. On this episode, we share our recent Masonic Talk from VW Michael LaRocco "Freemasonry and Enlightenment." Show Links... Watch our Masonic Talks on the Craftsmen Online YouTube Channel... https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6pF2idzjVkXOjviW77My6wKiKm2bF6Z7 Become a supporter of this podcast: https:...

Bro. John Nagy shares his insight on the Letter “G” in Freemasonry. There has been much speculation on this Letter "G." Why "G?" What does it really mean? Show Links... Read Bro. Nagy's insight on "Speculation On The Letter 'G'" here... https://buildinghiram.blogspot.com/2014/09/the-coaches-coach-speculation-on-letter.html Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/crafts...

Bro. Angel Millar returns to discuss his new book, now available, “The Path of the Warrior Mystic, Being A Man In An Age Of Chaos.” In his fifth book, Bro. Millar explores classic techniques that modern men can embrace through their journey of self-development to become the person you aspire to be. Show Links... Visit Angel Millar's website... https://angelmillar.com/the-path-of-the-warrior-mystic...

Bro. Eric Morabito shares his story of how he became, “The Walking Man.” A Mason and Shriner who has raised over $65,000 by walking over 32,500 miles to Shriner Centers and Hospitals. Show Links... Read the Craftsmen Online article "The Walking Man" on Bro. Eric Morabito... https://craftsmenonline.com/steps-for-shriners-hospitals/ Interested in the Shrine? Visit the Cyprus Shriner website to learn...

Perhaps the most common misconception about meditation is that it means stopping your thoughts. Meditation is designed to help you receive insight and intuition. Bro. Angel Millar returns with insight on how to focus our mind as we seek moments of reflection and contemplation in our everyday life. Show Links... Visit Bro. Angel Millar online... https://angelmillar.com/ Become a supporter of this p...

In the latest installment of our Building Better Builders series, Bro. John Nagy returns to discuss the Working Tools of Master Mason. Show Links... Visit Bro. John Nagy's "Building Better Builders" Blog... https://buildinghiram.blogspot.com/ Read the Short Talk Bulletin "The 'Other' Working Tools" by Bro. Jorge Sanchez... https://www.kansasmason.org/cms/images/Short-Talk-Bulletin-The-Other-Workin...

Often, when we think of clandestine Masons, the idea of someone wearing a Masonic ring purchased at an estate sale, possessing an apron that is not their own, or claiming to know “our secrets.” In reality, clandestine Masonic groups not only mimic our dress, degree systems, ritual, and education — they also try to claim legitimacy in our communities. Bro. Eddie Abdul shares his experience as a Cla...

n the ritual of Freemasonry, we are told that there once existed a word, known only to a few Master Masons, that has been lost and left for future Freemasons to discover. Bro. John Nagy shares his significant investigation and research into the myth and meaning of “The Lost Word.” Show Links... Bro. Nagy's "Lost Word Acid Test"... https://buildinghiram.blogspot.com/2013/08/the-lost-masters-word-ac...

In the latest installment of our Building Better Builders series, Bro. John Nagy returns to discuss the Working Tools of Fellowcraft. >>> Show Links Visit Bro. John Nagy's blog here... https://buildinghiram.blogspot.com/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support .

For more than three hundred years the practice of Masonic rituals of initiation has been part of Western culture, spreading far beyond the boundaries of traditional Freemasonry. Western Esotericism began to coalesce in the Renaissance through the writings of philosophers that perceived a deep interconnection between Jewish, Hellenistic, and Christian philosophy. WB Milosz Jerziorski examines the r...

There is a movement in the Craft from the "next generation" of Masonic leaders to return to the older traditions and practices with a modern interpretation of Freemasonry. WB Luis Gonzalez, Jr. shares how it is possible to provide these unique experiences to nurture a quality Masonic experience. Show Links... https://odentonlodge209.net/ Odenton Lodge No. 209, AF&AM, Odenton, MD Become a suppo...

The history of the Knights Templar has been mentioned in several books and is well-read by most Freemasons. The Templars' story has long been rumored to connect with pirates. WB Andrew Martinez joins us to share insight from his presentation on "Pirates and Freemasonry." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support .

Cooperstown Masonic Con is one of the first Masonic Conventions in Upstate New York. This event will take place the weekend of October 8-10th at the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Bro. Nathan Tweedie is one of the event organizers and is on to share the speakers and events planned for this memorable Masonic event! Show Links... Get Cooperstown Masonic Con Tickets (in-person and virtual)... https:...

A plumb line is a weight suspended from a string used as a vertical reference line to ensure a structure is right, justified, and centered. Bro. John S. Nagy returns for another Building Better Builders episode to discuss, as a Freemason, why it is important to set your plumb line. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support .

Masonic Cons have been credited with a resurgence in Masonic Education by allowing Freemasons to connect with Brethren who pursue more Light in the areas of ancient history, esotericism, colonial Masonry, and traditional observance of Freemasonry. Denver Lodge #5 is hosting their first-ever "Masonica", a full day of education and enlightenment. WB Michael Rotert is our guest to share what is on ta...

Warren Lodge #32 meets in Rhinebeck, New York. Aside from a noteworthy connection to the American Revolution, there is another unique feature that sets Warren Lodge #32 apart in New York State: the Lodge meeting dates are on a lunar schedule making it the last Moon Lodge in New York State. RW Williams and Rubin share the special experience of the Moon Lodge and how New York Master Masons can help...

Bro. Angel Millar is the author of "The Three Stages of Initiatic Spirituality: Craftsman, Warrior, Magician." In his writings, Bro. Millar illuminates the process of initiation through the archetypes of the craftsman, warrior, and magician. On this episode, we explore both the myths associated with these archetypes and their historical manifestations. Show Links... Get the book, "The Three Stages...

Since the beginning of written records, many great minds have traced and tracked the origins of Freemasonry. Who were the first Freemasons and When did the Craft begin? Bro. John Nagy answers these and many other important questions on this special edition of the Building Better Builders series! Show Links --- Get the book, "The Craft UNMASKED, The Uncommon Origin of Freemasonry and its Practices"...

Manly P. Hall was a scholar of occult and esoteric ideas, who through his research and writings, explored the path and ancient teachings of Freemasonry. Since laying down his Working Tools in 1990, Bro. Hall has cemented his place as one of the preeminent Masonic authors in modern time. Bro Joe Martinez speaks to the greatness of Bro. Hall’s work and his role as an icon of the esoteric aspects in...

In the ritual of an Entered Apprentice Mason, the foundation of the work is taught through two primary symbols, known as the Working Tools: the 24-inch gauge and common gavel. Bro. John Nagy returns to share the deeper meaning of these and other Working Tools found in the degree work of Entered Apprentice. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcas...