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

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

This is a podcast which is for Freemasons and anyone who wants to know more about Freemasonry. Hosted by Robert Johnson, a member of several appendant bodies within Freemasonry. The show features a weekly episode where Masonic papers are read and discussed, famous Freemasons are explored and Masonic news is shared. Freemasonry for today.

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April 27, 2025 60 mins


In this eye-opening episode, we delve into the depths of Freemasonry with esteemed author Steven L. Harrison, who unveils his latest work, The Imperfect Storm. Harrison takes us on a captivating journey as he sheds light on the never-before-known details of the William Morgan affair. Renowned for his meticulous research, Steve disc...


Join us this week for an exploration of the future of Freemasonry—no, not the rosy-colored one we dream of, the reality—or is it? Then, we'll unlock the secrets of awakening the all-seeing eye within the Freemason! Secret formulas are forthcoming! Thanks for listening, and have an amazing week!

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The Masonic Eye of Awakening
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This week, we're looking at the role of Masonic Libraries—the good, the bad, and the ugly! We've also got a great piece on the proposed benefit of joining the independent bodies sooner rather than later. All this and more. Thanks for listening, and have a great week!

Links:

Are Masonic Libraries and Archives a Joke?
https://meetac...

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This week--we delve into the intricate realms of the self and spirituality. We kick off with a thoughtful exploration of an enlightening paper on the ego, unraveling its profound impact on personal development and the spiritual journey. We continue our journey by bringing you up-to-date on the latest gatherings of the Masonic communi...

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Join us this week as we read a piece penned in 1950 about the apparent attack on the public education system by none other than--the Roman Catholic Church! What seems perhaps irrelevant and historical is timely and essential. I'll let you fill in the blanks! Then we read the latest from Brother Mark St. Cyr in his piece, which ha...

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Join us this week for a look at the future of the Midnight Freemasons Blog! Significant changes are happening. Also, have a listen to a half-silly, half-serious article I penned recently for the Meet Act and Part Blog. I've also got a review to share of a new presentation. All this and more! Thanks for listening and have a gr...

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February 16, 2025 24 mins


Join us this week for a follow-up to a previous episode in which we explore the Orphic Roots of Ritual according to one Philalethes article from 1936! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week!

Links:

Will the Real Dionysian Architects Please Stand Up?
http://wcypodcast.blogspot.com/2024/04/whence-came-you-0632-will-real.htm...

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February 9, 2025 28 mins


Join us this week for a look at Eliphas Levi and his influence on Albert Pike and other prominent Occult writers! Thanks for listening, and have an amazing week!

Links:

Eliphas Levi
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Éliphas_Lévi

Albert Pike
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albert_Pike

Occult Profile - Waite
http://www.midnightfreemason...

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Join us this week for some good old-fashioned Masonic Parenting Advice from a poetic writing in the 1930s. Then, what was said about the Grand College of Rites in its first few years? Find out all this and more! Thanks for listening, and have a great week!

Links:

The Grand College of Rites
https://grandcollegeofrites.org/

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This week, we're looking at a piece from 1950 exploring the idea of Kabbalah and its influence on the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. Then, we'll take a look at one author's opinion on the dwindling membership numbers in the 1930s! Thanks for listening, and have an amazing week!

Links:

Pen and Compass Podcast
https://www.youtube.com...

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This week, we read a comical article from the 1930s related to lodge attire. Try not to spit-take while listening to this one. Then, we get serious. What happens when Freemasons aren't setting the example for the community at large? All this and more, stay tuned! Thanks for listening, and have a great week!

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January 12, 2025 28 mins


Join us this week for a fascinating history of Freemasonry! Could the author be putting too much stock into what his sources give? Then, what is free to give is invaluable but is worthless until given away. You guessed it... All this and more. Thanks for listening, and have a great week!

Links:

Pen and Compass Podcast
https://www.y...

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December 29, 2024 19 mins

Join us this week for an episode exploring the power of words. In an article almost 100 years old, we find Truth and maybe a hidden power! Then, we'll ask ourselves an uncomfortable question: How often do we lie to ourselves? What is the cost of such action? Thanks for listening, and have an amazing week!

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Pen and Compass Po...

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December 15, 2024 17 mins


Join us this week for a bit of Masonic Christmas satire from Darin A. Lahners! Then, we'll examine the historical Five Points of Fellowship. Thanks for listening, and have an excellent holiday!

Links:

Darin's Piece
http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2024/12/dear-santaall-i-want-for-christmas-is.html

Uproxx Style Masonry
http://ww...

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Join us this week for a special episode! What are the actual secrets of Freemasonry? Recently, a suggested topic caught my eye, and I thought—we should cover this! Many are confused about what Freemasons can and can't say on social media, etc. Let's set the record straight in this special listener-suggested episode. 

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Pen and ...

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This week, we’re continuing our trek through Troward’s Hidden Power! We read parts 5 & 6 of the contemporary examination done by Brother Mark St. Cyr. From Spiritual power to the fundamental laws of nature—clues to directing your reality are given. Thanks for listening, and have an amazing week!

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Join us this week as we explore the troubles that often hit us during the holidays. Then we look at a piece from almost 100 years ago that expounds on why Freemasonry still exists and who it was meant to attract. How far off base are we today from this vision? 

Links:
Fear and Loathing on Thanksgiving 
http://www.midnightfreemaso...

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This week we're looking at what we can do to subdue our intense and polarizing passions in 2024. We've also got a wonderful piece reminding us of our Obligations--not the ones we always like to talk about--the other ones...All this and more. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week!

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San Antonio Esoteric Summit
https://...

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Join us this week for a great article on adapting to the ever-changing landscape of the Lodge Secretary! Technology happens, and how do we determine what can work for us and what can't? Then a Parisian paper from way back, claiming Rosicrucian origins of Freemasonry. All this and more! Thanks for listening, and have an amazing week...

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Join us this week for tons of great Masonic Education! From Masonic opinions on drinking in movies to the macabre thoughts on death and even a piece on the Orphic relations to Freemasonry, we've got you covered. Oh yeah-- and we have an all-new Masonic Mythbusters segment with Worshipful Brother Patrick ...

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