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

This week we finish up the series on the 4th Part of the Circle. We move from the astrological into the lodge and the unity of all people. Then we hear from Brian L. Pettice 33˚. What exactly is the rough ashlar and are we truly working on or just back-patting? All this and more! Stay tuned! Links: Brian Pettice's Article http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2020/09/working-on-your-rough-ashlar.html Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

This week, we explore the idea of the "fourth part of a circle." Much is talked about in the ritual on this, but it's never really explained in depth. This week we'll talk about it, and explore the astrological ideas it might contain, in the first part of this two-part series. Stay tuned! Links Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

This week, we read a press release from a California research lodge. A research lodge with a press release? What could be so amazing? Then, we take a look at the duties of a Freemason. Whether Entered Apprentice, Fellowcraft, or Master Mason--what exactly is your duty to the Lodge in a practical sense? Then we'll hear from Illustrious Brother Steven L. Harrison as he tells the tale of a man separated from his family, and in his last will, asks for his hand to be cut off and buried with his wife. We'll wrap it up with perhaps a controversial piece--what does the electoral college offer in the spirit of politics and voting when viewed through the lens of Freemasonry? Links MO Lodge of Research http://www.molar.org Strictly Prohibited Podcast Episode https://www.buzzsprout.com/1172000/5166511-episode-8-freemasonry Article from Steve http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2020/08/we-forgive-you.html The Electoral College https://blog.philosophicalsociety.org/2019/09/09/should-the-u-s-electoral-college-be-abolished/ Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

This week we wrap up our four-part series on the story of Freemasonry. We'll examine the landmarks of Freemasonry and speculate on where the fraternity truly came from. Was it the Phoenicians? We'll wrap it up with a sneak peek at a new article coming out on Skinwalker Ranch, Aliens, two Brothers, and some interdimensional portals. Stay tuned for more! Links Get your Digital Executive Pass! Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

This week we continue a timeline of Freemasonry. We're diving into the language of the craft guilds to learn what exactly was expected of a Fellow of the Craft. We'll look at what the Masonic funeral rites say both in regular Craft Masonry and in the verbose verbiage of the Knight Templar funeral ritual. Finally, Illustrious Brother Harrison stops by with a new fantastic Masonic Minute. Did a Mason write a series of articles that told of "bat people" on the moon? Find out this and a whole lot more, coming right up! Links Get your Digital Executive Pass! Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com MO Lodge of Research www.molor.org Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

This week we continue our timeline of Freemasonry. First, an overview of the William Morgan affair and the anti-Masonic period in America. Did the Freemason's murder Morgan? And what about that body they found? Then, we talk about how revered the fraternity is. What did the famous actor, Edwin Booth say about Freemasonry? We continue on the journey as we explore the tradition and evolution of the first 3 degrees of Freemasonry, and later what became the York and Scottish Rites as well as the beginning of Prince Hall Masonry. Stay tuned… Links RMM Podcast for additional Insights on The Morgan Affair https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rmm-episode-011-all-you-need-to-know-about-infamous/id1507408603?i=1000478407629 Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Get your Digital Executive Pass! Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

This week, we break into the long sorted history of Freemasonry in the first of a multipart series. Freemasonry and the ancient mysteries—what were they like? Then we move into the various hurdles the craft has faced throughout the ages. Everyone seems to know a bit about Leo Taxil and his Masonic rantings, leading to rampant anti-masonry around the world. But what did the texts of Gabriel Jungond-pages really say? And finally, Ill. Bro Harrison stops by to give us an account of the last casualty of the civil war, who just happened to be a Master Mason. Stay tuned. Links The Midnight Freemasons Creason Article Ref'd http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2019/02/can-you-be-christian-and-freemason.html MO Lodge of Research http://www.molar.org Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Get your Digital Executive Pass! Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

This week, Freemasonry in the Age of COVID 19—Todd E. Creason goes back to lodge. An advance reading of A Love of Learning Can't Be Diminished- The first-hand experiences of an Esotericon organizer. How did they overcome having to move from an in-person event to an all-digital event? We look at a new article from Robert E. Jackson—does social media make us anti-social? Does Freemasonry teach us how to overcome this? Finally, we wrap up with a return to the Labyrinth in a piece that explores the grand simplicity of it all. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: The Midnight Freemasons http://www.midnightfreemasons.org The Masonic Philosophical Society https://blog.philosophicalsociety.org/2020/05/04/are-sacred-places-important-the-labyrinth-at-chartres/ Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Get your Digital Executive Pass! Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

This week, we hear from business expert Mark St. Cyr on the concept of "selling" the Fraternity-- What are we doing wrong? What could we do better? Are there some hints on how to do this? Then we're here from Ill. Bro Steven L. Harrison in an all-new Masonic Minute. Then we ask - What's the difference between a maze and a labyrinth? What is the purpose? Did our ancient Brothers really construct them as a meditative technique? Find out this and more this week! Stay tuned! Links: Missouri Lodge of Research www.molor.org Knights Templar Magazine http://www.knightstemplar.org/KnightTemplar/ Mark St. Cyr https://markstcyr.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Get your Digital Executive Pass! Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

This week we're talking about the elements of the Entered Apprentice degree. Not much information is available on Chalk, Charcoal, and Clay, but this week we're going to pull the resources, and we're going to be able to give you the information you've been looking for. Stay tuned. Links Book review on Better Angels of our Nature http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2014/02/the-better-angels-of-our-nature.html Morals and Dogma Annotated https://www.scottishritestore.org/albert-pikes-morals-and-dogma-annotated-edition.html Global Fraternal Network Article http://fsantoke.byethost3.com/gfn-archives/artic126.htm?i=1 Fossil Bluff's Cool Display https://www.fossilbluff.com/shop/chalk-charcoal-clay/ What is a Mason's video on this topic https://youtu.be/ZW19jPw2LYA Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

This week, we ask the question, what does Freemasonry and Rosicrucianism have in common? Do they have common memberships? What does it offer the student of philosophy? What were the offshoots of the organization? Can you still join such groups? Find all this and more—right now! Links: The Midnight Freemason Article http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2020/06/masonic-rosicrucianism-and-its.html The Occult Lodge Series http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2015/04/the-occult-lodge-part-one.html The Gnostic Mass https://vimeo.com/gnosticmass/liberxv Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

This week we're diving into the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite. We asked the contributors to the show what they wanted to hear about in the future. This week, we're delivering the first in a series of requested shows. We'll talk about the differences between the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction, the Southern Jurisdiction, their education schemes, degree structures, and even how they tease each other. Don't miss this edifying episode! Stay tuned. Links Scottish Rite Southern Jurisdiction https://scottishrite.org Master Craftsman Program - (SJ Edu.) https://scottishrite.org/members/general-membership-information/masonic-education/srmc/ Scottish Rite Northern Masonic Jurisdiction https://scottishritenmj.org Haute Grade Academy - (NMJ Edu.) https://scottishritenmj.org/hauts-grades-academy Hodapp's Blog on the Differences https://freemasonsfordummies.blogspot.com/2016/05/the-two-us-scottish-rite-jurisdictions.html?fbclid=IwAR1t-xCPvC4wHt7R__ydU2GbbzQax1WLc1R1Fh2dBVyJFmUu7ISk52gfij4 A Division of Empires - RJ's blog http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2016/05/the-divisions-of-empires-scottish-rite.html The Archived Book of Trexler on the NMJ degrees and their changes. I alluded to some egregious statements regarding men and their attention spans in this book. https://web.archive.org/web/20131102002313/http://www.scottishritenmj.org/Portals/1/images/Pubications/eDegreeRituals.pdf Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

This week we learn about the Anti Masonic Apron, it's symbols from Ill. Bro Harrison in an all-new Masonic Minute. Did it have to do with the Anti-Masonic Party? Maybe— Then we have a special interview with Brother Dan Hrinko, author of the new book the Purple of the Fraternity. We talk about what happens. When you're a new Master Mason and you want answers. Why doesn't anyone know anything? We talk about being engaged in the Craft and most importantly the new book. Don't miss it! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Contact Dan - [email protected] The Purple of the Fraternity https://www.macoy.com/Masonic-Bible-Masonic-Books/Masonic-Books-on-Managing-a-Lodge/The-Purple-of-the-Fraternity-A-Handbook-for-DDGMs-Grand-Lodge-Officers The Craft Driven Lodge https://amzn.to/3g6D7qa Missouri Lodge of Research http:www.molar.org So-Cal Lodge of Research http:www.molar.org Illinois Lodge of Research http://www.illinoislodgeofresearch.com The Masonic Legacy Society http://www.masoniclegacysociety.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

This week we interview Bro. Gerald Fortune, a man in search of real truth. From his incredible story about coming into the fraternity to his studies into the mystic origins of the Craft--Are Freemasonry's rituals a type of archetype for Egyptian schools that taught the same things? Find out right now! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links In Search of the Miraculous Sacred Science The Masonic Legacy Society http://www.masoniclegacysociety.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

This week, what is it about a vision of a lake that brings Hope for the future? Greg Knott gives us the clues. Then, what did Queen Anne have to do with Freemasonry going Speculative? Well, you'll want to stay dialed in when Steve Harrison gives you the scoop. Then we wrap it up this week with an in-depth look at the legend of the Noachides. Coming up right now. Links Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

This week, we unravel the traditional story of Genesis in a perspective that makes man, the custodian of God's new temple--the human body. Then, we take a look at an excerpt from Thomas Paine's The Rights of Man. What does he say about the French Declaration of Rights? Don't miss it. App extras include the paper we read. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Thomas Paine's Rights of Man https://amzn.to/3eVtbyY The Masonic Legacy Society http://www.masoniclegacysociety.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

This week, we hear from Illustrious Bro. Harrison for an all-new Masonic Minute, A 50-year pin? A jewel? Does it matter? Well, let's leave it to Steve. Then, an interview with PGM:. Akram Elias 33˚ about the Masonic Legacy Society and its mission to fulfill the Masonic promise. We ask fundamental questions about America and also, what has Freemasonry done for the United States? Links: The Masonic Legacy Society http://www.masoniclegacysociety.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

This week, we interview Ben Williams, the legendary proprietor of The Rocky Mountain Mason Magazine. We talk about the curious path that leads him to Freemasonry, Masonry's duty to the world, occult traditions, and even Skin Walker Ranch…Get ready for Sixty Minutes with the curious, Ben Williams! The Rocky Mountain Magazine https://www.rockymountainmason.com The Rocky Mountain Magazine Podcast https://rockymountainmason.buzzsprout.com The Bookstore https://wcypodcast.com/the-bookstore Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

This week, hear the story about how Herbert Hoover almost became a Freemason in an all-new Masonic Minute with Illustrious Brother Harrison. Then stick around for an interview with the Worshipful Master of America Lodge 57, the first Regular Masonic Lodge for women in America. Links: America Lodge 57 www.americalodgeusa.org The Video https://youtu.be/Hq-5fJEa7Z0 Missouri Lodge of Research www.molor.org Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 Lodge of Research http://www.illinoislodgeofresearch.org Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 for listening and have a great week! Links: The Missouri Lodge of Research http://molor.org Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 discussion about Magik. Thanks for listening, and have an amazing week! Links: Research Lodge of Colorado Papers https://www.rlcolo.org/items The Rocky Mountain Mason https://www.rockymountainmason.com The Arbatel https://amzn.to/3aWB2Kx The Key of Solomon https://amzn.to/2KVWftp Heptameron https://amzn.to/3aYP7ab Lemegaton https://amzn.to/3dc7aLt Ceremonial Magic https://amzn.to/2WjahdQ Abramelon https://amzn.to/2z7JXeC Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 possible. Don't miss it. Thanks for listening and have ana amazing week! Links The Illinois Lodge of Research Http://www.illinoislodgeofresearch.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 to the United States of America and finally unveiled to the world…the face of Liberty - unmasked. Stay tuned…App extras include the pieces we read plus a bonus workshop paper on benevolence. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 us of the other 66% of what makes up great Freemasonry. It seems we're all missing it. Finally, we wrap it up with a piece on the Spiritualist ideas of the great Brotherhood of Man—A praise for the working man occultist and more. Don't miss it. Links: IAPSOP www.iapsop.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 dial tuned within due bounds…App extras include the pieces we read. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 Craft through the eyes of the Square and Compasses. Stay dialed in… Links: MSA https://www.msana.com/ MSA Podcast https://shorttalkbulletin.com/blog/ Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 aimed to inform our significant others what Freemasonry is. Stay dialed in! Links: The Masonic Philosophical Society https://blog.philosophicalsociety.org/2017/05/10/do-you-want-some-of-this/ Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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.philosophicalsociety.org/2017/05/10/do-you-want-some-of-this/ Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 Past Grand Master of Washington in 1943. The Masonic Philosophical Society https://blog.philosophicalsociety.org/2017/05/10/do-you-want-some-of-this/ Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intellectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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'll have to stay tuned in to find out. Thanks for listening and have a great week! Steve's Article http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2020/02/clash-of-titans.html Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intelectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com Music Credit - Purple Planet Music

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 amazing week!!! Links The Masonic Philosophical Society www.philosophicalsociety.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intelectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com Music Credit - Purple Planet Music

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 listening and have an amazing week! Links: Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intelectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com Music Credit - Purple Planet Music

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 yet you have got to hear the rest… We'll bring it all home with a light-hearted piece that's sure to make you laugh…but might just rally the troops. App extras include the papers we read. Thanks for listening and have an awesome week! Links: Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intelectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com Music Credit - Purple Planet Music

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 Foster Cases Rosicrucian teachings in the Grand Lodge office? Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! App extras this week include the papers we read. Links: Meet Act and Part Podcasthttps://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/meetactpart/episodes/2020-01-23T14_19_45-08_00 Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intelectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 man, a Tekton and his role as a builder. We'll wrap it up with an exploratory piece….literally. What does it take to be a true adventurer? What Masonic values are needed? App extras include the papers we read. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: The Masonic Philosophical Society http://www.philosophicalsociety.org Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intelectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com In Episode Music - Purple Planet Music https://www.purple-planet.com

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 the STB from 1935. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intelectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 two-part paper on the Hindu idea of Dharma and it's relation to Freemasonry. Lots to digest this week! Hope you all enjoy and that you've started the new year off great! App extras include the papers we read. Thanks for listening and have a great week! Links: The Masonic Con Chicago Blog https://masonicconchicago.com/the-blog/f/the-benefits-of-the-convention-approach The Masonic Philosophical Society https://blog.philosophicalsociety.org Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intelectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 below. Thanks for listening and have an amazing holiday season, everyone! Links Illinois Lodge of Research Hitp://www.illinoislodgeofresearch.com Occult Lodge Pt. 8 http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2015/06/the-occult-lodge-part-eight.html Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intelectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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://angelmillar.com Midnight Freemasons www.midnightfreemasons.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intelectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 www.illinoislodgeofresearch.org The Fraternal Review www.theresearchlodge.com Francesco's Photography www.francescophotography.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intelectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intelectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 who've we've read from. Thanks for listening and have the best week ever! FDTL https://www.fromdarknesstolightblog.com/post/growth-and-decline-across-grand-jurisdictions Today in Masonic History http://www.masonrytoday.com/index.php?new_month=8&new_day=25&new_year=2019 Masonic Tarot https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ISBN=073875000X/ref=nosim/aeclectic/ The Philosophical Society https://blog.philosophicalsociety.org/2019/08/05/the-tarot-symbolism-and-freemasonry/ Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intelectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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: The Masonic Minute https://youtu.be/g9p1uW2tPxs Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get Alpha Brain https://wcypodcast.com/onnit-labs Intelectual Linear Progression https://wcypodcast.com/the-great-books-program Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 Paypalhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/direct-donation-through-paypal.html Get some swag!http://www.wcypodcast.com/p/blog-page.html Get Alpha Brainhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/get-onnit-alpha-brain.html Intelectual Linear Progressionhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/the-great-books-p.html Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 text document relating to the piece. Don't miss it! Thanks for listening and have a stupendous week! Links: Masonic Instruction - Speakers Bureau http://www.masonicinstruction.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypalhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/direct-donation-through-paypal.html Get some swag!http://www.wcypodcast.com/p/blog-page.html Get Alpha Brainhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/get-onnit-alpha-brain.html Intelectual Linear Progressionhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/the-great-books-p.html Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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/masonic-education-dont-call-it-a-comeback-e2c1e4d6cb76 Scottish Rite Journal https://scottishrite.org/media-publications/scottish-rite-journal/the-scottish-rite-journal/ Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypalhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/direct-donation-through-paypal.html Franklin's Fortune - Use Promo Code WCYhttps://franklinsfortune.com/discount/WCY Get some swag!http://www.wcypodcast.com/p/blog-page.html Bankers Besthttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/bankers-best.html Get Alpha Brainhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/get-onnit-alpha-brain.html Intelectual Linear Progressionhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/the-great-books-p.html Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 week! Links: Masonry in the Old West https://youtu.be/MaT5JTupt2A Ray V. Denslow Bookhttps://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B07XF59G7Q MO Lodge of Researchhttp://molor.org/ Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypalhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/direct-donation-through-paypal.html Franklin's Fortune - Use Promo Code WCYhttps://franklinsfortune.com/discount/WCY Get some swag!http://www.wcypodcast.com/p/blog-page.html Bankers Besthttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/bankers-best.html Get Alpha Brainhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/get-onnit-alpha-brain.html Intelectual Linear Progressionhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/the-great-books-p.html Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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 and have an amazing week! Links Get the Kindle Bookhttps://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B07XF59G7Q MO Lodge of Researchhttp://molor.org/ Midnight Freemason Article on the Project http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2018/08/four-large-brown-dusty-binders.html Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypalhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/direct-donation-through-paypal.html Franklin's Fortune - Use Promo Code WCYhttps://franklinsfortune.com/discount/WCY Get some swag!http://www.wcypodcast.com/p/blog-page.html Bankers Besthttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/bankers-best.html Get Alpha Brainhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/get-onnit-alpha-brain.html Intelectual Linear Progressionhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/the-great-books-p.html Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com

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.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypalhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/direct-donation-through-paypal.html Franklin's Fortune - Use Promo Code WCYhttps://franklinsfortune.com/discount/WCY Get some swag!http://www.wcypodcast.com/p/blog-page.html Bankers Besthttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/bankers-best.html Get Alpha Brainhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/get-onnit-alpha-brain.html Intelectual Linear Progressionhttp://www.wcypodcast.com/p/the-great-books-p.html Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r Masonic Con Chicago http://www.masonicconchicago.com