Masonic Lite Podcast

Hello! On this episode we are joined once again by Bro. Chris Ruli, author, researcher, and Director of the Library, Museum, and Archives at the House of the Temple in Washington, D.C. He joins us to discuss his most recent book (available at https://https://www.chrisruli.com) Brother Lafayette, which sheds new light on the Marquis de Lafayette's connection to the Craft and his final tour of the U...

Hello! In this episode, we welcome back Right Worshipful Oscar Alleyne, Deputy Grand Master of New York. Bro. Oscar returns to settle, once and for all, whether he was banned from the podcast (he wasn’t), and to discuss his new role, along with the challenges and opportunities facing New York Freemasonry and the fraternity as a whole. After a great chat, we hear Larry's Quiet Moments and wrap with...

Hello! On this Episode Jack returns and we welcome Bro. Brett Treichler as our guest. Bro. Brett is a busy Mason as an active member of several lodges and appendant bodies, but found the time to join us to discuss his Masonic journey and provide some context around the building of Solomon's temple in Jerusalem. Dutchy Doug and Walter return after some time away and we wrap in the standard form wit...

Hello! On this episode, we welcome back to the show Bro. Tyler Moyer, a member of Brownstown Lodge No. 666 and current Chapter Chairman for Pilgrim Chapter of DeMolay in Harrisburg, PA. He returns to discuss his duties in DeMolay, as well as share some adventures in Blue Lodge, Scottish Rite, and the Shrine. Jack and Jake are on assignment, but Tim, Larry, and Josh manage to hold down the fort in...

Hello! On this episode, we welcome Bros. Bryan Hoover and Thomas Morgan. They join us to discuss their Masonic Journey and share some information about their upcoming event presenting the Flintstone inspired Water Buffalo Degree. There were no J's to be found on this episode as Jack, Jake, and Josh are all absent due to sickness or some other unavoidable occurrence, but Larry and Tim manage to ste...

Hello! On this episode, we welcome back the official voice of the Masonic Lite Podcast, Bro. Brian Hill. He's not a "joiner" but is involved in many great bodies, both within his home district and around the world. We talk about his time as a "The" warden as well as his adventures in Masonry. Larry leads us for quiet time before playing Copious Dues, and closes us out in the usual way. Tim's DDGM...

Hello! On this episode, we celebrate the holiday season and wrap up the year. Larry declines to participate due to his fear of Festivus shenanigans, however the rest of the crew comes through in with good cheer and best wishes for all. Dutchy Doug presents the Night before Christmas, and we wrap with the crackle of a warm fire and sleigh bells ringing. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:10:35] First bre...

Hello! On this weeks episode, we are joined by Bro. Eric Cahill of Hibiscus Lodge No. 275 in Miami, Florida. We discuss his Masonic journey, the differences between PA and FL, and some of the initiatives that are seeing success in his Lodge. After a great chat, we play Copious Dues, have some Quiet Time, and close with Larry slingin' darts. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:04:35] First break, brought...

Hello! On this episode we welcome the Director of the Pennsylvania Masonic Blood and Organ Donor Program, Bro. Bill Soloway. He joins us to talk about the program itself, how it benefits Masons and their families, how to be involved, and some of the successes the program has seen. You can find more information on the program at: https://masonicbloodandorgandonors.org. After a fantastic and informa...

Hello! To celebrate our 200th Episode, we record live at the Lodge in the Woods 2025 event, held by Ephrata Lodge No. 665. We traveled to the J. Edward Mack Scout Reservation and sit down with friends and former guests like RWGM Larry A. Derr, PRWGM S. Eugene Herritt, and many more. Dutchy Doug sends us some love and we wrap with the chickens lost in the woods. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:06:30]...

Hello! Tonight we welcome Bro. Clyde Snyder of Millersville Lodge no. 476. He is a Veteran, a former fireman, and is now doing great work with Wreaths Across America. We talk about his experience in Vietnam, the fire service, and the various ways in which he is honoring our Veterans though his works. Jay "Laser" guest hosts while Tim and Jake are on side quests, Dutchy Doug makes a return, and we...

Hello! On this episode, we return to the Patton Campus in Elizabethtown, PA for a live appearance at the DeMolay Keyman 2025 Conference. After the usual opening we are joined by several young men representing various chapters from across the United States as well as a few adult leaders who assist with the operations of the youth organizations. We hear the Masonic News and wrap in the standard form...

Hello! On this episode, we welcome Bro. Rick Freedman, Director of the Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania. He joins us to discuss his work at the Grand Lodge and extensive service in the Pennsylvania Masonic Youth organizations. After a great conversation, we hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and in Larry's absence, lead the chickens home quicker than usual. [00:00:00] Introduction...

Hello! On this episode we welcome Pennsylvania State Senator, Bro. James Malone. He joins us to talk about his Masonic journey, life as a State Senator, and the inspiration that led to his life of service. Tim is out on assignment, but we manage to make it through, with the Masonic News, Quiet Moments, and Larry's Free Range Family bringing us home. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:11:40] First break,...

Hello! On this episode, we welcome Linda M. Jackson, Director of Philanthropic and Widows Support for the Masonic Charities of Pennsylvania. She joins us to talk about her mission with the Widows Guild, the services they provide, and how Lodges can ensure that they are doing their part to support the spouses of our departed brethren. Larry gives us his latest Quiet Moment, we hear the Masonic News...

Hello! On this episode, Bro. Doug Madenford returns for fantastic chat about Masonry, the Pennsylvania Dutch, his band the Broken Spokes, his podcast Doug's Front Porch and much more. His alter-ego Dutchy Doug makes a live in studio appearance, we play Copious Dues, and wrap-up the show by convincing Larry to stick around long enough to perform his sacred duty as the Chicken Whisperer. Following t...

Hello! On this episode, Jack is on assignment with his Usual Vocation, Larry is sourcing barrels while on a trip to Niagara Falls, leaving Tim, Jake, and Josh to power-through. We play a mini-game of 20 Questions, stopping at four, and set a record for the number of umms and uhhhs in a single sentence. No Masonic News, Copious Dues, or Quiet Time, but we do manage to give the chickens a chance to...

Hello! On this episode we welcome Eric C. Stahley, Most Excellent Grand High Priest of the Grand Holy Royal Arch Chapter of Pennsylvania. We chat about Blue Lodge, York Rite, and why every Mason should continue the York Rite journey if they want the rest of the story. Dutchy Doug returns to tell us about the happenings at the Broken Plow Lodge, we play Copious Dues, and follow Larry and the Pacema...

Hello! On this episode we welcome back our good friend, Bro. Joe Dougherty. Although his home lodge is Lodge 43 in Lancaster, PA., Joe has been working as a professional musician and engineer in sunny California and has had the opportunity to work on several Grammy Award winning projects. After catching up on his adventures out west, we play Copious Dues, and wrap in the standard form with Larry i...

Hello! On this episode, Bro. Brian Mattocks returns to chat about his 3D printed Masonic Tarot project, his podcast A Mason's Work, and other tools he is working on to facilitate lodge discussion and engagement. After a great chat, we close with Chickens followed by an Episode of A Mason's Work. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:10:25] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:11:30] S...

Hello! On this episode we welcome Right Worshipful Grand Master of Pennsylvania, Larry A. Derr. He joins us to talk about his journey as Grand Master and the state of Pennsylvania Masonry. Dutchy Doug provides a segment on the Ground Hog, we hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and wrap in the standard form with Larry and the Fowl ruffling feathers. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:14:50] First b...

Hello! On this episode both Host Larry and Guest Larry return to the studio. Larry Hudson, PM. returns and is joined by Brothers Tom Garman and Jeffery Brubaker, also of Millersville Lodge No. 476. We chat, play copious dues, and Larry calls 'em home with that familiar gold throated warble. And also chickens. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:10:10] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and So...

Hello! On this episode we return to "The" Valley of Reading's Holiday Happenings. Larry is once again MIA, but we rise to the challenge with several guests, covering a wide range of topics from trains and motorcycles, to selling fudge for diabetes. Dutchy Doug returns to tell us about the real Belsnickel and we close with an order of chicken, no Larry. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:08:50] First bre...

Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Sam and Delaney to talk about their organization, Job's Daughters. After a great chat with the girls, Sam introduces her parents, WM. Zach Boyer and his wife Stephanie, to share about their work with Job's Daughters and the Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation. Larry is absent, so there are no Deep Thoughts to be had, however, Jake fills for the closing wi...

Hello! On this episode we welcome back Bro. Austin Shiffrin to discuss his new book, "Black Ink, Farther Stars". After a great chat, we hear from Dutchy Doug, play Copious dues, and close with Larry and the Assorted Collection providing order to our clutter. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:16:05] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:17:15] Segment 1 [00:41:05] Second break, brou...