WB Michael Arce gets some bonus time with our guest this week, Bro. Rene Perez. WB Arce is able to ask him some questions on Masonic Astrology that he missed on Monday's episode that pertain to gematria and the connections from our Founding Fathers to Masonic symbolism. Numbers don't lie and you might become a believer!

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The Age of Aquarius is more than a line from the musical "Hair." Astrologically, this Great Age will accompany a couple thousand years of harmony, egalitarianism, and understanding. Bro. Rene Perez shares his research into the Age of Aquarius and explains his belief that during this time, humans will begin seeking a deeper connection with deity from within.

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Our end of the year continues with WB Michael Arce as we countdown the Most Listened to Episodes of the Craftsmen Online Podcast for 2023! Who will be number one? Bro. Arce counts down episodes 5 through 1, click on the links below to listen to the FULL episodes on Spotify.

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5. Examining the Biblical Connections in the EA Degree - Bro. Jason Short
4. The Drama of the Hiramic Legend - RW Samuel Lloyd Kinsey
3. What Candidates Should Know - Bro. John Nagy
2. Masonic Music - WB Nathan St. Pierre
1. Enter The Apprentice: The Historical Lecture - Bro. Matthew Brockbank

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Our end of the year continues with WB Michael Arce as we countdown the Most Listened to Episodes of the Craftsmen Online Podcast for 2023! Who will be number one? Bro. Arce counts down episodes 10 through 6, click on the links below to listen to the FULL episodes on Spotify.

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10. Moon Knight - WB Wes Latchford
9. My Masonic Journey - Bro. Luis Diaz
8. Journey To An 18th Century Egyptian Rite Lodge - Bro. Angel Millar
7. The Secret School of Wisdom - Bro. Josef Wages
6. Hiram Abiff - The Man, The Myth, and the Legend - Bro. David de Hosson

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Merry Christmas!

A few weeks ago, WB Arce was asked to join The Tyler's Place Podcast's recording of "A Christmas Carol." This performance features Masonic podcasters, who lent their talents to read the Charles Dicken's classic. We hope you enjoy this special presenation and have a wonderful Holiday Season!

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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!

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We held our first Virtual Meet and Greet for Patreon members on Saturday, October 21st with WB Wes Latchford. Bro. Wes is the District Education Officer for the 56th Masonic District, Grand Lodge of Virginia and is a popular guest with our "Comics and the Craft" episodes. It was a pleasure to also have RW Kurt Morauer, Sr. from Gainesville Lodge No. 41 join our conversation on the need for stronger Masonic Education in our Blue Lodges and hear his insight on how this can be done by dividing ritual and esoteric education. Enjoy!

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For most men, a shirt collar is part of an outfit that is used when we wear a necktie or need to “dress up” for an event. And while that may be partially true, the shirt collar has a much deeper meaning. Bro. Kevan Schanberger takes us through the history of collars; from polo shirts to neck armor, to the origins that go back to the ancient Egyptian mystery school.

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The Craftsmen Online Reading Room opening on Sunday, October 29 for a discussion on Manly P. Hall's "The Lost Keys of Freemasonry - Chapter 5." Moderated by RW Bill Edwards and VW Michael LaRocca, our panel of RW Cliff Jacobs and Bro. Jason Short dove into the deeper meanings in this classic, Masonic text. The Craftsmen Online Reading Room is free and open to everyone with an interest in Freemasonry. To get the update on our next event in 2024, visit our website (CraftsmenOnline.com) and subscribe to our newsletter!

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Camp Turk is a summer camp located on 1,500 acres of beautiful land in Adirondack Park of Upstate New York. The pristine, private spring-fed lake, magnificent property, and impressive facilities offer every imaginable opportunity for summertime fun and lifelong memories. Camp Turk is one of the crown jewels of the Grand Lodge of New York. RW Steven Adam Rubin, Deputy Grand Master of Masons in New York is our special guest this week. He joins us to share a unique Camp Turk experience this summer with Ukrainian campers.

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