Craftsmen Online Podcast
Welcome to the Craftsmen Online Podcast! The Craftsmen Online Podcast is the only Masonic podcast endorsed by the Grand Lodge of New York. Worshipful Brother Michael Arce, co-founder of Craftsmen Online, is the voice you hear hosting our podcast. Every Monday morning you’ll be greeted with a fresh episode, packed with insight from our top-notch guests. And we’re not just sticking to the usual topics – we’re unraveling the history of the Craft, diving deep into ritual secrets, exploring the myths and legends, while examining the Sacred Text connections of Masonry. Plus, we’re sneaking in discussions about Masonic leadership, Lodge culture, and even going way beyond the Masonic universe to talk about Comic Books, Table Top Gaming, Artifical Intelligence, and more! Visit our website at www.CraftsmenOnline.com Email the show (yes, we read our email!) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support.
Episodes
July 22, 2024 • 31 mins
Two years ago, I met Bro. Luis Diaz, who detailed the beginning of his journey in becoming a Regular Freemason. In this episode, Bro. Diaz shares his story of leaving an irregular Lodge, affiliating with Onion Creek Lodge 220 of the Grand Lodge of Texas, and the steps he undertook to become a Master Mason.
Show Notes:
Show Notes:
- Visit Onion Creek Lodge No. 220 online
- Listen to "My Masonic Journey - Bro. Luis Diaz" on Spotify
- Follow the Crafts...
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July 15, 2024 • 33 mins
The next installment of the Craftsmen Online Reading Room is taking place on Tuesday, July 30th at 8 pm (EST). Bro. Jason Short returns to share this summer’s reading selection, “The Three Stages of Initiation Spirituality” by Bro. Angel Millar.
Bro. Jason Short's, "Short List for Summer Readers"
Bro. Jason Short's, "Short List for Summer Readers"
- "The Path of Freemasonry: The Craft as a Spiritual Practice" - Mark Stavish
- "The Initiates of the Flame" - Manly P. Hall
- "Contemplating ...
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Today, we embark on a captivating journey into the heart of Masonic Esoterica and its profound connection to the Masculine path of self-actualization. RW Michael LaRocco returns to guide us the path Freemasons seek for transformative personal growth and spiritual enlightenment.
RW Michael LaRocco's Book List
RW Michael LaRocco's Book List
- "Understanding Manhood in America" by Robert Davis, PGM if the Grand Lodge of Oklahoma
- "The Archetype of Initiation" by Robe...
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July 1, 2024 • 40 mins
Today, we're delving into the heart of Freemasonry and exploring one of its most fundamental tenets: the requirement for members to profess a belief in a Supreme Being. This is a topic that often sparks curiosity and debate, both within and outside the fraternity. Bro. Jonathan Kopel, a neurologist in Washington, DC, joins us as we unpack the reasons behind this requirement, its historical context, and how it shapes the Masonic exp...
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June 24, 2024 • 38 mins
The Craftsmen Online Reading Room opened on Tuesday, April 30th to discuss Manly P. Hall's "Secret Teachings of All Time," specifically focusing on the “Freemasonic Symbolism” (Pages 576-588) chapter. RW Bill Edwards and Bro. Jason Short were the moderators with RW Cliff Jacobs and WB Joe Martinez as panelists. Our group discussed Bro. Hall's writting and his reputation as a consumate "truth seeker." They also explored the much dee...
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June 17, 2024 • 36 mins
Who’s ready for a Masonic road trip this summer? In this episode, we’ll be visiting the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum and Library and the Livingston Library of the Grand Lodge of New York. Our journey begins in Lexington, Mass at the Scottish Rite Museum and Library, where Hillary Stelling, Director of Collections and Exhibitions gives us a virtual tour of the popular Masonic Hall of Fame exhibition. Then, we head down to Manhattan ...
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June 10, 2024 • 30 mins
"Everyday Leaders" is a radio talk show hosted by RW Jim MacDuff on Rochester Free Radio. Bro. Jim talks to people who are leading from wherever they are – from the board room to the janitor’s closet; he finds and talks to these everyday leaders. On this episode, WB Michael Arce was the guest on a conversation that focused on leadership principles from John Maxwell, to the 15 Laws of Growth, to Bro. Arce's belief that not only does...
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June 3, 2024 • 38 mins
Freemasonry, an ancient brotherhood steeped in symbolism and tradition, has a fundamental requirement for membership: a belief in the immortality of the soul. This concept lies at the heart of Masonic philosophy, but why? Bro. Angel Millar, author and editor of the Fraternal Review from the California Lodge of Research, joins me as we ask what does it mean for a Freemason to affirm the immortality of the soul, and how does this bel...
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May 27, 2024 • 31 mins
WB Hank Griffin, host of the "You've Been Hanked Podcast," and Grand Chaplain for the Grand Lodge of Maryland, is our guest this week. We’ll be diving into a world where faith and fraternity collide: the intriguing intersection of Mormons and Freemasonry. We'll challenge assumptions, confront controversies, and strive to present a balanced and thought-provoking exploration on the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and the ...
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May 20, 2024 • 36 mins
While Freemasonry still maintains a dedicated following, membership numbers are significantly lower than their peak in the mid-20th century. Is it changing values, the allure of a digital world, or something darker? We'll delve into the world of Freemasonry, uncover its past, and explore why this once-powerful fraternity is facing an uncertain future. Bro. Matthew Brockbank returns to answer these questions as we assess the future ...
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May 13, 2024 • 35 mins
One of the benefits of being a Master Mason is the ability to travel to other Lodges and interact with Brethren around the world. However, in many places, presenting a physical dues card is still the standard practice of Masonic identification. WBs Jeremy Barnes and Michael Radigan are the technology executives who are the driving force behind the Amity App. Hear their insight into the future of digital recognition and how to “Trav...
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May 6, 2024 • 35 mins
Imagine finding a dusty box in your attic, full of old letters and faded family photos. Now, picture that attic is your Masonic Lodge, and those treasures are pieces of Masonic history. That's basically what happened to Bro. Lee Justo, Historian of Huguenot Lodge No. 46 White Plains, New York. But instead of just marveling at the history, he did something incredible – he turned it into a YouTube sensation called "Secret Masonic His...
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April 29, 2024 • 33 mins
The Path Forward: Empowering the Future of Freemasonry offers new, modern, and data-driven findings that examine the state and perception of Freemasonry among American men today. The book is designed to support Masonic institutions across the country in carrying forward Freemasonry’s esteemed traditions while meeting the needs of the modern man. The book's authors, Linda Patch and Leonard Cercone share how global trends and cultura...
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April 22, 2024 • 27 mins
The Gettysburg National Battlefield "Friend to Friend" Memorial was dedicated in 1993 by the GL of Pennsylvania. It commemorates the famous encounter between General L.A. Armistead (CSA) and Captain Henry Bingham (USA) during Pickett's Charge on the last day of the battle. Bro. David de Hosson takes us inside his visit and the story of how, even during the darkest hours, the Light of Masonry prevails and the ties of Brotherhood sti...
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April 15, 2024 • 31 mins
California may be known for sunshine, surfing, and celebrities but the Golden State has a very dark history. Bro. Adam Kendall, a California-based historian and Freemason, guides us through the rise of Freemasonry during the Gold Rush; the powerful figures that followed, and the whispers of violence that haunt its legacy.
Show Notes:
Show Notes:
- Learn more about Freemasonry in California by visiting the Grand Lodge of California website
- Read ...
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April 8, 2024 • 34 mins
Bro. Jason Short returns to discuss his recent lecture, "The Art of Memory: Mastering Masonic Mnemonics." Join us as we travel back to the Middle Ages to learn when memory and Freemasonry made a connection that has continued throughout time.
Show Notes:
Show Notes:
- Follow the Craftsmen Online Podcast on Spotify
- Subscribe to the Craftsmen Online Podcast on Apple Podcasts
- Visit the Craftsmen Online website to learn more about our Reading Room, N...
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April 1, 2024 • 39 mins
Call them artisans, do-ers, a master, skilled and talented; we call them Brother. On this episode, we spotlight WB Spencer Hamann, the maker behind The Uncommon Gavel. Bro. Hamann creates bespoke instruments and unique, collector Masonic gavels from beautiful natural timbers. He is an operative craftsman, whose labor and work embody our Masonic principles and teachings.
Show Links:
Show Links:
- Visit "The Uncommon Gavel" website
- Follow the Cra...
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March 25, 2024 • 32 mins
Craftsmen Online was established to serve as a source of additional Light in Freemasonry for Brothers around the world. Co-founded by RW Steven Adam Rubin and WB Michael Arce during the early days of the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, our goal is to produce Masonic content that focus on Education, History, Leadership, and the Membership Experience. In this episode, we celebrate the 4th anniversary of Craftsmen Online with a look back on t...
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March 18, 2024 • 52 mins
On this episode... hear the Craftsmen Online Reading Room panel (RW Bill Edwards and VW Michael LaRocco featuring RW Cliff Jacobs and Bro. Jason Short) discuss Mackey's Symbolism Of Freemasonry. Chapter 31, "The Lost Word." This program orginally took place on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 on Zoom Meetings.
The Craftsmen Online Reading Room, is a Masonic Reading Group presented in a non-tiled format. These meetings focus on a reading se...
The Craftsmen Online Reading Room, is a Masonic Reading Group presented in a non-tiled format. These meetings focus on a reading se...
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March 11, 2024 • 28 mins
The Knights Templar and Freemasonry are two organizations that have been shrouded in mystery and speculation for centuries. While there is no direct historical evidence to link the two groups, there are some similarities between them. RW Kurt Morauer, Sr. is my guest this week as we explore the historic Knights Templar and the lore of Templars in Freemasonry.
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