Masonic Lite Podcast

Hello! This episode is traditionally our Holiday Happening episode broadcast from The Valley of Reading, however, this year has been anything but traditional. We instead spent the show reflecting on some of our favorite episodes and events from 2020. Short, sweet and to the point. Anyhow, happy holidays and best wishes for the New Year! [00:00:00] Introductions [00:07:30] First break, brought to y...

Hello! On this episode, we try out some new equipment and fly by the seat of our pants. We didn’t really have anything planned, but the lack of planning did spawn a new segment with an unending supply of content, Pete’s Pet Peeves. Also on this episode, we hear an awesome message from Past Master Moyer, and Bro. Dutchy Doug tells us about Der Belsnickel. We wrap things up in a heavily modified for...

Hello! We are joined this week by Bro. Josh Gerstenlauer for a discussion about Albert Pike. Brother Josh is currently serving as Most Excellent High Priest of Samuel C. Perkins Royal Arch Chapter No. 209, and recently has been doing a deep dive on Pike’s writings. Also on this episode, we hear from Past Master Moyer and Bro. Dutchy Doug before wrapping in the standard form with news, upcoming eve...

Hello! This episode consists of our standard rambling about current and upcoming events, bookending an awesome interview with Toby Hanson, who is the Supreme Grand Musician of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. In this full-spectrum interview, he covers everything from the history of their fraternity to some similarities with the Craft. Toby also hosts a podcast on Odd Fellowship called The Thr...

Hello! This episode is made up of interviews and recollections from the Cigar Smoker & Pig Roast event at the Valley of Harrisburg back in September, including a discussion on Freemasonry and the Scottish Rite in Aruba. We also hear from Dutchie Doug, The Masonic Lite News, and a chorus of chickens. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:11:00] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:12:1...

Hello! Our show this week is a Trans-Atlantic meeting of the minds as we welcome from the U.K., Bro. Simon Polkinghorne. We chat about his journey as a mason, his travels, the impact of the pandemic on freemasonry, and much more. Having been through the line in almost every Masonic body in his jurisdiction, Bro. Simon has even launched a U.K. branch of our very own Knights of the Quarantine. Also...

Hello! On this episode we hear interview Author and Speaker, Bro. Jaime Paul Lamb. We talk Freemasonry, The Seven Liberal Arts, and more. You can grab his book, “Myth, Magic, and Masonry” at http://www.thelaudablepursuit.com/ Also on this episode we hear Dutchie Doug, the Masonic News, A special announcement, and the rejoicing of chickens! [00:00:00] Introductions [00:11:30] First break, brought t...

Hello! On this episode we hear an interview that we recorded a few weeks back with Dr. Heather Calloway. Currently, Dr. Calloway serves as the Executive Director of University Collections at Indiana University Bloomington. She is also a Founding Board Member of the Historical Society for American Fraternalism (http://www.hsaf.org) and has previously worked as the Museum Curator for the House of th...

Hello! On this episode we welcome Masonic clothiers Carl Hern of Ascended Masters Clothing (www.ascendedmastersclothing.com) and Nathan Tweedie of Two Pillars Apparel (twopillarsapparel.ecwid.com). Also on this episode, Dutchie Doug provides an update on the Broken Plow Lodge #377, we get the latest edition of the Masonic News, and finally, the chickens. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:10:55] First b...

Hello! On this episode we welcome the developers of Amity, Bros. Jeremy Barnes, Joseph Grabowski, and Michael Radigan. Amity is designed to bring the Masonic Traveler into the digital age by connecting Masons and providing assistance with verifying membership status in a single application. You can learn more at https://amity.copiri.com/ or by downloading the app from your favorite app store. Also...

Hello! Join us as we celebrate our 100th episode by taking a look back at where it all started, recounting our favorite episodes, and sharing our aspirations for the future. We hear messages from listeners and friends, as well as a few clips from earlier episodes. Wrapping up, Jack gives the Masonic News and we depart upon the pluck of a banjo and the cry of the chicken. [00:00:00] Introductions [...

Hello! On this episode we welcome Bro. Chris Hodapp. Brother Chris is a published author and filmmaker, and has written one of the most-read books on our Craft, Freemasons for Dummies. We discuss his Masonic background, his works, and have an all-around great conversation. Also on this episode, we hear from Dutchie Doug and wrap up with Larry, a horse, a dog, and some chickens. Enjoy! [00:00:00] I...

Hello! On this episode we welcome Larry back after his medically induced vacation and discuss where we think the fraternity is going in a COVID-19 world. We also hear from Dutchie Doug and wrap up with Larry, a horse, a dog, and some chickens. Enjoy! [00:00:00] Introductions [00:09:35] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:10:40] Larry brings us back [00:22:15] Second Break, b...

Hello! On this episode we present the Digital Order of Knights Quarantine "not-a-degree" that we performed live back in April. Larry gives an update, Jack provides the news, and we wrap up with what's coming up. Enjoy! [00:00:00] Introductions [00:10:35] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:11:45] Pete brings us back [00:14:25] Digital Order of Knights Quarantine [00:36:55] S...

Hello! On this episode we discuss our experience with the Digital Knights of the Quarantine not-a-degree followed by an interview with a couple of special guests from the North. Pete and Tim are joined by two New York Brothers, Daniel J. Di Natale and Isaac Ambrose Moore. We wrap up with what's coming up and Larry's All Chicken-No Turkey Supper Club Band. Enjoy! [00:00:00] Introductions and DOoKQ...

Hello! On this episode our guest is Bro. Matthew Appel, one of the hosts of The Working Tools podcast. Bro. Matt is also a District Deputy and Secretary for his Lodge. Also joining (re-joining??) us is none other than Seth Anthony, Secretary of Last Resort. We also hear from Dutchy Doug and Jack gives us the news. We wrap up with what's coming up, some info on our Digital Order of Knights Quaranti...

Hello! Our episode this week is all about being quarantined as Masons. Since we are all under a stay-at-home order from our state government, this episode was recorded remotely using Zoom, a first for us. Several Brothers sent us voice clips sharing their experiences during the current pandemic, including Seth Anthony, who provided us with a new Corpora Obscurum. We also hear from Dutchy Doug, Jim...

Hello! Our Guest this week is Bro. Ronald Bates of Ohio. Brother Ronald has an interesting genealogy, about which he has published a book entitled Shakespeare's Lost Purple Bloodline. Also on this episode, we hear from Dutchie Doug, Michelle Snyder, and Jim Stephens. We wrap up with the news and what's on (off?) the horizon, followed by Larry's All Chicken-No Turkey Supper Club Band. Enjoy! [00:00...

Hello! Our episode this week is all about being "The New Guy" and what it's like coming into the Fraternity. Our guests are Jim McElhenie, Bryan Hixson, and Steve Graber, all relatively new Masons. We also hear a new feature from Dutchie Doug, Jim Stephens presents the Lodge Business Brief, and Jack gives us the news. We wrap up with what's on the horizon, followed by Larry's All Chicken-No Turkey...

Hello! Our Guest this week is Bro. Alex Powers. Alex is a host and founder of the Historical Light podcast. A Past Master of Gardner Lodge No. 65, he is currently serving the lodge as Tyler and Lodge Historian. He is also serving his Grand Lodge as Director of the Kansas Lodge of Research and as District Deputy Grand Master for Area 9A in Kansas. Also on this episode, Jim Stephens presents the Lod...

Hello! Our Guest this week is Bro. Doug Madenford . We initially intended on covering Groundhog Lodges, but our conversation extended from there to a general discussion on the Pennsylvania Dutch and its influence on our country. Michelle Snyder returns with a new Unlocking Symbols segment, Jim Stephens presents the Lodge Business Brief, and Jack gives us the news. We wrap up with what's on the hor...

Hello! In our first episode of the new year the hosts sit down for a guest-free discussion. The topic of the episode is the Flood of Light - So Many Papers, So Little Time, but we also cover a new PA bourbon, new initiatives from PA's recently installed Grand Master, and a few other things. Jim Stephens presents the Lodge Business Brief, and Jack gives us the news. We wrap up with whats coming up...

Hello! On this episode we travelled to "The" Valley of Reading for their Holiday Happening event and to record our annual Holiday Show. We had a great time with great guests and somehow managed to not get kicked out. Bro. Jim Stephens provides another Lodge Business Brief, followed by the wrap up, and then chickens. Enjoy! [00:00:00] Introductions. [00:12:25] First break, brought to you by George...

Hello! On this episode of the podcast, we go a bit deeper than usual with our guest, Earl Fontainelle. Earl is a researcher and host of The Secret History of Western Esotericism Podcast (The SHWEP). After listening to this episode, be sure to check out www.shwep.net for more from Earl. Symbologist Michelle Snyder presents a segment unlocking Beauty and the Beast, Jack reads the Masonic Lite News,...

Hello! On this episode of the podcast, we focus on High Twelve International. Bros. Rick Santella and Steve Morrison came by to fill us in on what this body is all about. Symbologist Michelle Snyder presents a segment unlocking Jack & Jill and Bro. Jim Stephens provides another Lodge Business Brief. We wrap up with the upcoming Masonic schedule followed by chickens. Enjoy! [00:00:00] Introductions...