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

This week we define the various terms used to describe Lodges we were all warned about. Clandestine, Irregular, Regular etc. Don't miss this enlightening episode! App extras include the paper we read. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal http://www.wcypodcast.com/p/direct-donation-through-paypal.html Get some swag! http://...

Join us this week for an exquisite look at the 5 human senses and how they relate to the elements. In addition Ill. Bro. Harrison stops by for an awesome Masonic Minute and finally, Bro. Jaime Paul Lamb has a reading for us on a new paper he's written on the development of the 7 Liberal Arts and Sciences. App extras include the paper Jaime wrote as well as some rare images contained within the tex...

Join us this week for insights into the decline and subsequent rise of Masonic Education in America as we take a look at Bro. Kevin Homan's piece on this grassroots resurgence. We also have a wonderful article by Matt Gallagher from the Scottish Rite Journal. App extras include the paper we read. Thanks for listening and have a wonderful week! Links: Kevin Homan's Blog https://medium.com/@homan13/...

This week we look at a piece that asks, "What if the Hirmaic Legend is true?" and discuss any merits it has. We also have a wonderful Masonic Minute with Ill. Bro. Harrison and we wrap it up with a fresh reading on a "tribal" explanation of the first degree in Masonry that we originally read back in 2012. Don't miss it! App extras include the papers we read. Thanks for listening and have a great w...

Join us this week as we discuss Ray V. Denslow. It's arguable that no one single Mason has ever done so much, not just for Freemasonry, but for the world. We're talking with Ill. Bro. Steve Harrison about Ray Denslow's history, his accomplishments and his leadership. And yes...there's some drama too. Don't miss this weeks episode! Thanks for listening and have a great week! Thanks for listening an...

Join us this week as we decided to flip the way we do mentoring! In addition to this piece we also have another by an anonymous blogger on the prevalence of Memento Mori and it's history. As if that wasn't enough, we have a brand new Masonic Minute with Ill. Bro. Harrison! Don't miss it. App extras include the papers we read. Thanks for listening and have an awesome week! Links Our Patreon www.pat...

Join us this week for a very special episode with WB:. Jason Richards! We have two wonderfully selected educational papers on initiations and their significance and roll in developing the mind within the construct of ancient wisdom. Don't miss this special episode! Thank you for listening and have an amazing week! Links Fraternal Review https://www.theresearchlodge.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/...

Join us this week as we have a few quick updates, and a couple papers on Civility. Notably we talk about Dueling and about the need for Freemasonry to be a sort of liaison in today's world for being civil with our common man. We are also extremely lucky to have a new Masonic Minute with Illustrious Bro. Steve Harrison. Don't miss it! App extras include the pieces we read. Thanks for listening and...

This week we explore the concept of mindfulness in the workplace. Specifically, using those Masonic virtues. We also have a great piece from Todd E. Creason on some ideas for your next Masonic Education session at your own lodge. App extras include the pieces we read on the show. Thanks so much for listening and have the best week ever! Links:  Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the sh...

Join us this week as we explore one of the most famous Non-Masons...Abraham Lincoln. We'll talk about the man and his accomplishments, his life and why he may not have joined. App extras include the papers we read. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal http://www.wcypodcast.com/p/direct-donation-through-paypal.html Fr...

This week we talk leadership styles and their effectiveness in a paper which was released back in 1925! In addition, we talk about the rough and smooth ashlars, and just what those refer to--some say it has everything to do with the West Gate! To top it all of, we have a great new segment from Ill. Bro. Harrison in this weeks Masonic Minute! Don't miss it! App extras include the papers we read on...

What happens when the man at the top of the organization is as Mystic as you can get? A true adept? We lost a great man when Henry C. Clausen transitioned. Once Grand Commander of the AASR SJ, he ran a series of videos and the like explaining things to a world at large and the Brothers within the ranks of the Scottish Rite. This week we listen to one of his best talks, explaining the Ancient and A...

This week we're reading a piece from the former Edu chair of IL. In it, he lays out a radical plan for Grand Lodge Administrators and officers to adhere to. We also have Ill. Bro. Harrison who joins us for another fantastic Masonic Minute! We wrap with an introductory piece on Esoterica in Freemasonry. App extras include the papers that we read. Thanks for listening and have a great week! Links: S...

Join us as we explore an ancient tale of an ALMOST execution. In addition, we have a wonderful piece from Todd E. Creason on Kindness. We wrap with a solemn note this week and say goodbye to our friend and Brother, Chris Tilley. App extras include the pieces we read on the show. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Support the show! http://www.wcypodcast.com/p/direct-donation-thro...

This week we have an awesome interview with Patrick Dey of the Rocky Mountain Mason Magazine! In addition, Ill. Bro Harrison gives us his nomination for Mason of the Century. You don't want to miss this episode! Thanks for listening and have a great week! Links: Greenleaf's Book https://www.amazon.com/King-Sham-Other-Atrocities-Verse/dp/0469378980 The Rocky Mountain Mason https://www.rockymountain...

  This week we hear a talk about a former Grand Master's views on what must be done within the craft in order to save it. We also have some history on one of the great Wild West Heroes ever, Buffalo Bill. App extras include the papers we read in the program. Thanks for listening and have a wonderful week! Links: Support the show! http://www.wcypodcast.com/p/direct-donation-through-paypal.html Fran...

This week we've got the rest of the story on the Baphomet! We also have a great Masonic Minute from Ill. Bro. Harrison and a review of South Pasadena's Masonic Con 2019 event. But wait there's more! Some big news is revealed and I hope you all are excited! App extras include the paper on Baphomet. Thanks for listening and have the best week ever! Links: Support the show! http://www.wcypodcast.com/...

This week we're talking about that wild and crazy symbol, the Baphomet! Where did it come from? Is it just made up symbolism? Shock value? Maybe all of the above? Find out this week! App extras include the papers we read on the show! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: AASR Library & Museum https://nationalheritagemuseum.typepad.com/library_and_archives/ Support the show! http://...

This week we're asking why the heck the Worshipful Master gets to wear a hat! Why no one else? We also speak about the often unsung Freemason and American Patriot, Dr. Joseph Warren. Do not miss this episode! App extras include the papers we read. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Franklin's Fortune - Use Promo Code WCY https://franklinsfortune.com/discount/WCY Joseph Warren an...

Did you get shocked the first time you saw different ritual than your own? This week we explore why we have so many variances. Ill. Bro. Harrison get's in a precarious situation in this week's Masonic Minute and we wrap it up on proper lodge dress. Don't miss out! App extras include the papers that we read. Thanks for listening and have a fantastic week! Links: SPML's Masonic Con! Get Tickets! htt...

This week we're diving into what made Solomon so wise! In this week's fantastic piece, we read a wonderful article by the editor of the Rocky Mountain Mason Magazine, Patrick Dey. In it he gives us even more insights into what the mysterious Shamir was! Don't miss our 400th episode! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: The Rocky Mountain Mason https://www.rockymountainmason.com Fr...

Join us this week for a dive into the point within a circle, boarded by two parallel lines! We've got some great information on this symbol as well as Illustrious Bro. Harrison stops by to talk about Masonic Education in this weeks all new Masonic Minute! Don't miss it! App extras include the paper we read. Thanks for listening and have an awesome week! Links: Universal Freemasonry http://www.univ...

Join us this week for a look at the Sprig of Acacia through the lens of two Masonic titans! First we hear what Albert Mackey said about the Acacia and then we follow that up with what A.E. Waite said about it and discuss the differences and similitudes. We also explore some of the finer points within the latest issue of the California Freemason Magazine. App extras include the entire PDF book of M...

This week we explore the mystery of the Shamir, an ancient device? A magical tool? What was it? We also have a great new Masonic Minute detailing the most amazing meeting ever, as well as a great piece from Steve Harrison on what it takes to turn a boat in a bath tub...reversing the trend of loss. Don't miss this great episode! App extras include the papers we read. Don't forget to subscribe on yo...

England gave us the Godfather of Freemasonry, and this week we'' take a look at the man, the myth and the gentleman, Henry Price. App extras include the paper we read. Have an amazing week and thanks for listening! Links Franklin's Fortune - Use Promo Code WCY https://franklinsfortune.com/discount/WCY Support the show! http://www.wcypodcast.com/p/direct-donation-through-paypal.html Get some swag!...