Whence Came You? - Freemasonry discussed and Masonic research for today's Freemason

This week, we remember a special Masonic Educator, Ed Rund who recently passed away. We'll read one of his classic papers on how to Make Masonic Education better by ensuring it's equity among other Grand Lodge programs. Then, we'll take a deep dive into the human brain, explore its parts, it's chemistry, and answer the question—Can we rewire the brain to act Masonically? Stay Tuned! Links Illinois...

This week we re-examine a piece from the past. Who wrote Ode to the Skull? Was it inspired by an earlier medieval work? We continue by examining the legend of Espinosa, one of America's first mass murderers and his trail of blood…is his skull on display at one of the oldest Commanderies in America? Plus an all-new Masonic Minute with Steve Harrison! App extras include the articles we read. Thanks...

This week, The Western Mystery Tradition is often said to be a leading influence on many members of the Craft today. But what good is a tradition if it has no continuity? This week we'll get honest about it and explore what's considered its greatest influencer, the Medieval Grimoires. Join us with special guest, Brother Patrick Dey of the Rocky Mountain Mason for an unapologetic and real discussio...

This week, we ask a hard question, do you have enough positive male influence in your life? Bro. Harrison stops by in an all-new Masonic Minute - We get the scoop on the first artificer of metals…Then we get some insights into what the Mason of the 1970s thought about Masonic Education. Finally, we wrap it up with a segment about the Columbian Exposition World's Fair and the Masons that made it po...

This week, we read a poem from famed writer Rudyard Kipling. Equality among the workmen and honor for all are themes that wind through it. Then, we'll take you from the meeting room where the Statue of Liberty was first mentioned as a casual idea and follow it through its construction as it's built in the streets of Paris….Bronze towering over the city..before being dismantled loaded and delivered...

This week, we read harsh words from Manly P. Hall as he exposes fake occultists, those who would be masters if not for their lack of true knowledge or work ethic. Don't miss what's perhaps some of the most critical things Manly P Hall ever wrote. We'll dive into a segment that defines the Rosicrucians from the early 19th century—Elite Masons, who are on a quest. Steve Harrison stops by to remind u...

This week we're traveling back in time to look at the history of the Mason's Mark - Do Freemasons put a secret mark on all the things they create? We'll take a look at what Freemasonry is charging itself to do in order to assist in this time of high strangeness and COVID-19. But first, we're going to hear about the esoteric lesson of the Shriner's degree according to one Manly P. Hall. Keep your d...

This week, a rare piece from 1923 that lays out the importance of the public school system and why Freemasons should support it. Illustrious Brother Steve Harrison stops in for an all-new Masonic Minute - How are you getting your Freemasonry now that we can't meet? We wrap it up with two pieces of Masonic Fiction. A St. John's Day haunting? We'll wrap it up with a trip to the old West and view the...

This week, we talk about the balance of depression - Are Freemasonry's constituents manic? You asked for it, we're delivering - an all-new Occult Profile on the eccentric Arthur Edward Waite. Then, startling new evidence on the Big Bang Theory - Are we ready to accept new evidence? Is fluidity of opinion a Masonic Virtue? And a small bonus, we'll take a look at a short piece from decades ago that...

In this episode, we remember and demystify the matriarch of this country..decoding Columbia. We then get the straight dope on Saint Patrick, who he was, what he did, what it meant…and who made it a holiday anyway? We'll wrap it up with a review of the Southeastern Masonic Symposium and the call to action we all have. Stay tuned… Links: The Masonic Philosophical Society https://blog.philosophicalso...

This week, we explore a paper on what Freemasonry means in the context of Rosicrucianism. What are you Due as a Mason? Titles? Honors? Lapel pins? This 1940s author didn't think so. Next, we'll look at an issue that's largely politicized, Entitlement…but what happens when we de-politicize it and talk about tackling it the Masonic way? We'll wrap it up with a piece defining Masonic Education from a...

This week, we'll get a glimpse into the dreams of a legendary Masonic Researcher and writer, Silas H. Shepherd. He dreamt of the future where Freemasonry is gone…what did it leave behind? We'll expose a tale of an epic poem on the skull and the man who turned a friars skull into a drinking cup. We'll wrap with a piece from Illustrious Bro. Harrison. How do you get your 33˚ taken away? Well, …you'l...

This week, we ask  a question about the practice of Freemasonry…Is it a spiritual practice? We'll hear from Illustrious Brother Harrison in an all new Masonic Minute…Would you give up Masonry to be the President of the United States? We'll wrap it up with a piece published in 1941, Is Freemasonry's main job to "make men"? App extras include the papers we read. Thanks for listening and have an amaz...

This week, just how much money are we throwing away when we don't raise the dues to reflect inflation? Can we run a pancake breakfast everyday? We'll get a sneak peek at the all new Occult Profile series on the Midnight Freemasons and we'll wrap it up with a real example of how one Mason is applying his working tools just the way we prescribe them. App extras include the papers we read. Thanks for...

This week, the author of The Builders, a prolific Masonic Clergyman poetically describes the philosophy of Masonry. We read wise words from a PGM of Pennsylvania about 5 core thoughts on Freemasonry. Illustrious Brother Harrison stops in for an all new Masonic Minute— when a Grand Master pulls himself from the brink of death just to open Grand Lodge Sessions the brothers are no doubt astounded and...

This week, we examine a Christian Scottish Rite member's research into the three great religions of China. Are there inherent Masonic virtues? We'll hear from Greg Knott as he explains the reasons for striving to greatness, although we may never attain it. Also we get a sneak peak at the all new Fraternal Review magazine—dissonance and harmony. What happens when Greg Kaminsky finds a copy of Paul...

This week -- a rousing piece about community involvement and the freemasons call to be active - Civics and Freemasonry. Then, we'll face some hard facts relating to the two main factions in Freemasonry, the esotericists and the standard brothers… do esotericists even belong in Freemasonry? Have we ever belonged? Ill. Bro Harrison stops in for a new Masonic Minute where he examines a young Jewish m...

Join us this week for an exclusive segment featuring PM:. Clive Selsby Revile (Famed theatre and voice actor), as he rehearses Bro. Brian D. Diedrich's "The Lost Word". In addition we have a segment on the possible etymology of words from Bro. Hogan and we wrap it up with a wonderful piece on the Two Pillars and what they possibly represent. Don't miss this great new episode! App extras include th...

Join us this week as we kick off a whole new year of WCY! This week is packed! We'll kick it off with some news and a new segment called "Mail Call". Then we'll get into our first paper on the beginnings of the Golden Dawn followed up by the first new Masonic Minute with Illustrious Bro. Harrison for 2020. Then we'll hear why Masonic Conventions are so cool! We'll wrap the show this week with a tw...

Join us this week for a wild year ending show! We've got incredible news, an in-depth look at the Triple Tau / Tetractys, a wonderful new Masonic Minute by Illustrious Bro. Harrison, and I wrap it up with some personal reflections on my studies and a short re-read of a piece on the occult lodge from Jim Frey. App extras include the paper on the Triple Tau. The other paper is linked in the notes be...

Join us this week for three great papers! We're looking at integrity as it applies to Brothers who break the law, Masonic "Burn-out" and most importantly, we have a great piece from Bro. Millar about the possible academic backlash to esoterica. Don't miss this week! App extras include the papers we read on the show. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Angel Millar https://angelmi...

Join us this week with a historical look into the Regency Era and Freemasonry. We also have a great piece on what might just stoke the fires of Freemasonry enough to make an even bigger impact than we already do. What is it? Have a listen and find out! Don't miss this weeks episode. App extras include the pieces we read. Thanks for listening an have a great week! Links: Illinois Lodge of Research...

Join us this week for some big news about Masonic Con Chicago, and some history and reflection about Thanksgiving. We also have a great piece by Illustrious Bro. Harrison as well as an all new Masonic Minute! Don't miss this episode! App extras include the papers we read. Thanks for listening and have a tremendous week! Links: Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https...

This week, I've succumbed to the pressure of doing an episode on the Tarot, but not in the standard way. In this episode I'll read some great information on Tarot but then give you the real facts and why it's a legitimate tool in all things. We wrap it up with an excellent piece from the FDTL Blog. Do not miss it! App extras include the articles we read. Please visit the respective blogs and sites...

Join us this week for an amazing address on Masonic Education by R:.W:. Ray Dunn of the Grand Lodge of Colorado! Ill. Bro. Harrison comes by to tell you about that "special" episode of the Simpsons, and we wrap it up with a wonderful piece explaining the possible esoteric value that crops up when discussing the formation of the UGLE. Don't miss it! App extras include the papers we read.  Links: Th...