Masonic Lite Podcast

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 [00:12:15] Tim introduces our interview about Freemasonry in Aruba [00:23:50] Second break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:25:10] We return to our interview about Freemasonry in Aruba [00:40:20] Interview with Hiram & Solomon Cigars [00:44:15] Interview with Bro. Lynn B. Baker [00:53:05] Interview with Bro. John D. Cook [00:56:20] Third break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars [00:57:30] Dutchie Doug [01:02:05] Masonic Lite News [01:03:10] The Wrap Up [01:08:10] Chickens [01:10:25] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign up to support the show with an auto

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 on this episode, we hear a word from our newest sponsor, give an update about what’s on the horizon, and wrap up with Larry's All Chicken-No Turkey Supper Club Band. Enjoy! [00:00:00] Introductions [00:09:95] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:11:05] Jack starts us off with Bro. Simon [00:23:30] Second Break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:24:50] We continue the conversation with Bro. Simon [00:41:10] Third break brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars [00:42:25] Larry brings us back to wrap things up [00:49:20] Chickens [00:51:35] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www

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 to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:12:45] Tim thanks our Patrons and Larry welcome introduces our guest [00:35:50] Second break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:37:10] Larry brings us back [00:50:50] Dutchie Doug [00:55:15] Jack brings us back to wrap up with Jaime. [01:06:55] Chickens [01:08:10] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13! SPONSORS: George J. Grove and Son: www.georgejgrove.com Historic Smithton Inn: www.historicsmithtoninn.com D&S CIGARS www.dnscigar.com The Red Serpent:

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 the Temple in Washington, DC. Also on this episode we hear Past Master Moyer, the Masonic News, and general MLP shenanigans. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:11:30] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:12:05] Larry starts things off with our guest. [00:32:45] Second break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:34:05] Larry brings us back [00:44:40] The Masonic News and wrap up [00:52:00] Chickens [00:53:55] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13! SPONSORS: George J. Grove and S

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 break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:12:05] Pete starts the conversation with our guests [00:25:40] Second break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:27:00] Jack brings us back [00:49:10] Dutchie Doug: The Broken Plow Lodge #377 [00:54:00] The Masonic News and wrap up [01:01:35] Chickens [01:03:30] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13! SPONSORS: George J. Grove and Son: www.georgejgrove.com Historic Smithton Inn: www.historicsmithtoninn.com D&S CIGARS www.dnscigar.co

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 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 [00:13:45] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:14:50] Pete starts the conversation with our guests [00:29:30] Second break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:30:50] Tim brings us back [00:50:10] Dutchie Doug: The Broken Plow Lodge #377 [00:54:25] Larry brings us back [00:59:40] The Masonic News [01:10:20] Chickens [01:12:20] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sig

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 [00:05:25] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:07:10] A look back at MLP Episode 1 [00:19:05] Jacks First Show [00:23:05] Holiday Show – Episode 21 [00:30:25] Second Break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:32:45] Jack brings us back [01:16:05] The Masonic News [01:18:30] Chickens [01:20:20] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13! SPONSORS: George J. Grove and Son: www.georgejgrove.com Historic Smithton Inn: www.historicsmithtoninn.com D&S CIGARS www.dnscigar

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] Introductions [00:08:05] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:09:10] Larry brings us back [00:29:50] Second Break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:31:10] Jack brings us back [00:56:20] Dutchie Doug [01:00:15] The Masonic News & Wrap Up [01:06:30] Chickens [01:07:50] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13! SPONSORS: George J. Grove and Son: www.georgejgrove.com Historic Smithton Inn: www.historicsmithtoninn.com D&S CIGARS www.dnscigar.com The Red Serpent: By

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, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:23:35] Jack brings us back [00:37:55] Dutchie Doug [00:42:40] Wrap Up [00:48:30] Chickens [00:50:00] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13! SPONSORS: George J. Grove and Son: www.georgejgrove.com Historic Smithton Inn: www.historicsmithtoninn.com D&S CIGARS www.dnscigar.com The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris: www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry…ris/dp/1466478608 Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri www.masonicscarves.com/ Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locall

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] Second Break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:38:15] Jack brings us back [00:44:40] Chickens [00:45:15] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13! SPONSORS: George J. Grove and Son: www.georgejgrove.com Historic Smithton Inn: www.historicsmithtoninn.com D&S CIGARS www.dnscigar.com The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris: www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry…ris/dp/1466478608 Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri www.masonicscarves.com/ Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate www.facebook.c

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 recap [00:16:15] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:17:20] Pete begins the interview with Daniel and Isaac [00:58:30] Second Break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:59:50] Wrap Up [01:03:15] Chickens [01:04:00] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13! SPONSORS: George J. Grove and Son: www.georgejgrove.com Historic Smithton Inn: www.historicsmithtoninn.com D&S CIGARS www.dnscigar.com The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris: www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry…ris/dp/14

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 Quarantine event, followed by Larry's All Chicken-No Turkey Supper Club Band. Enjoy! [00:00:00] Introductions [00:14:40] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:15:50] Pete introduces our Guest, Bro. Matthew Appel [00:27:30] Second Break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:28:45] Jack brings us back with Bro. Matt [00:38:20] Digital Order of Knights Quarantine Commercial [00::39:30] Seth Anthony drives the bus [01:02:10] Dutchy Doug [01:06:15] Masonic Lite News [01:07:00] Wrap Up [01:17:45] Chickens [01:20:10] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign u

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 Stephens, Michelle Snyder, and Jack gives us the news. We wrap up with what's potentially on the horizon, followed by Larry's All Chicken-No Turkey Supper Club Band. Enjoy! [00:00:00] Introductions [00:04:45] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:06:00] Larry....well...Larry. [00:11:15] Second Break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:12:40] Corpora Obscurum [00:16:20] Pete brings us back to continue the discussion. [00:29:05] Lodge Business Brief with Bro. Jim Stephens [00:31:25] Unlocking Symbols with Symbologist Michelle Snyder [00:35:15] Masonic Lite News [00:36:20]

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! [00:00:00] Introductions [00:10:15] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:11:20] Larry introduces our guest, Bro. Ronald Bates [00:37:00] Second Break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:38:20] Pete Brings us back [00:39:35] Dutchie Doug [00:42:55] Pete sparks a discussion about lodge funds [00:53:25] Unlocking Symbols with Symbologist Michelle Snyder [00:57:25] Lodge Business Brief with Bro. Jim Stephens [01:00:10] Masonic Lite News [01:01:00] Wrap Up [01:08:20] Chickens [01:10:20] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign up to support the show

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 Supper Club Band. Enjoy! [00:00:00] Introductions [00:15:15] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:16:25] Jack introduces our topic [00:36:00] Second Break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:37:20] Jack brings us back to continue the discussion. [00:49:50] Lodge Business Brief with Bro. Jim Stephens [00:52:35] Dutchie Doug [00:55:00] Wrap Up [01:01:25] Chickens [01:03:45] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13! SPONSORS: George J. Grove and Son: www.georgejgrov

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 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 Supper Club Band. Enjoy! [00:00:00] Introductions [00:12:45] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:13:50] Jack introduces our guest, Bro. Alex Powers [00:28:45] Second Break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:30:05] Jack brings us back with our guest [00:48:25] Lodge Business Brief with Bro. Jim Stephens [00:51:30] Wrap Up [00:54:40] Chickens [00:55:50] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign up to support the show wi

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 horizon, followed by Larry's All Chicken-No Turkey Supper Club Band. Enjoy! [00:00:00] Introductions. [00:14:00] First break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:15:20] Pete introduces our guest, Bro. Doug Madenford. [00:29:55] Second Break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son. [00:31:05] Tim brings us back with our guest. [01:03:05] Lodge Business Brief with Bro. Jim Stephens. [01:05:45] Unlocking Symbols with Symboligist Michelle Snyder. [01:09:40] Wrap Up [01:17:15] Chickens [01:19:25] Outro. MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign up to support the show with an automatic, m

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 and Larry's Organic Chicken Orchestra. [00:00:00] Introductions. [00:16:15] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove & Son [00:17:30] Pete brings us back to announce this episode's sort-of-sponsor. [00:22:15] Jack introduces tonights topic: The Flood of Light - So many papers, so little time. [00:38:25] Second Break, brought to you by the Historic Smithton Inn. [00:39:40] Tim brings us back to talk about our RWGM Thomas Gannon's initiatives and presenting the 5 Aspects of Freemasonry (tm) in his home lodge. [00:56:10] Lodge Business Brief with Bro. Jim Stephens [00:59:20] The Masonic Lite News [01:0

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 J. Grove & Son [00:13:35] Jack brings us back with Harry Hackman and Bob Long [00:21:55] Larry tries to introduce Jingles the Clown [00:30:55] The Grand Smoke - Ed Stumm [00:35:45] Second break, brought to you by the Historic Smithton Inn. [00:37:00] Scott Helm [00:44:05] Emily Mooney - Worthy Advisor Reading Assembly #33 [00:51:40] Seth Anthony {01:00:00] Santa! [01:06:00] Lodge Business Brief with Bro. Jim Stephens [01:09:00] Wrap Up [00:52:10] Chickens [00:54:00] Outro. MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13!

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, and Bro. Jim Stephens provides the Lodge Business Brief. We wrap up with the upcoming Masonic schedule followed by chickens. Enjoy! [00:00:00] Introductions. [00:09:20] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove & Son [00:10:25] Jack introduces our interview with Earl Fontainelle [00:30:30] Second break, brought to you by the Historic Smithon Inn [00:31:50] Jack brings us back [00:55:55] The Masonic Market Place [00:56:35] Unlocking Symbols with Symbologist Michelle Snyder [01:00:35] Masonic Lite News [01:01:30] Lodge Business Brief with Bro. Jim Stephens [01:04:00] Wrap Up [01:09:50] Chickens