Fraternal Review

By The Research Lodge

What's Fraternal Review about?

The Southern California Research Lodge has published Fraternal Review for over six decades, providing Masonic education and information to its readers. Each issue is dedicated to a specific topic such as Masonic symbols, history, and lore.

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Fraternal Review episodes:

05.11.2024
Fringe Masonry 2 with Angel Millar
A little over eighteen months ago, we published the first issue of the Fraternal Review dedicated to “Fringe Masonry.” There, we provided a basic overview of esoteric Orders (from the Egyptian Rite of Freemasonry to the Asiatic Brethren) that claim,...
10.11.2023
H.P. Lovecraft
In this episode, we are honored to have Michael Jarzabek here to discuss the Fraternal Review issue dedicated to the topic of the August 2023 issue, H.P. Lovecraft. To learn more about Fraternal Review or to become a subscriber, visit ⁠⁠theresearchlodge.com⁠⁠.
06.28.2023
The Knights Templar and The Origins of Freemasonry⁠
In this episode, we are honored to have Bro. Jeriel C. Smith here to discuss the Fraternal Review issue dedicated to the topic of the June issue, The Knights Templar and The Origins of Freemasonry. In addition to guest editing this...
05.12.2023
Rosicrucianism and Freemasonry⁠
In this episode, Bro. Daniel Rivera, PM and current Master of the Southern California Research Lodge, discusses the recent issue of Fraternal Review dedicated to the topic of Rosicrucianism and Freemasonry. Bro. Daniel Rivera is a Past Celebrant of California College...
03.11.2023
The Year Ahead for Fraternal Review (feat. Bro. Angel Millar)
In this episode, Bro. Angel Millar, the editor-in-chief of the Fraternal Review, discusses the 2023 editorial calendar for Fraternal Review, as well as what makes the magazine so unique and what to look forward to in the year ahead. To learn...
02.22.2023
Masonic Leadership
In this episode, Bro. Dago Rodriguez and Bro. Michael Laidlaw — esteemed guest editors for the Fraternal Review issue on Masonic Leadership — share their invaluable perspectives. With outstanding track records of successful leadership in Freemasonry, Bro. Dago and Bro....
01.13.2023
The Hermetic Mason
In this episode, the Fraternal Review Editor-in-Chief, Bro. Angel Millar joins Bro. Ian Evenstar Laurelin in a discussion regarding the December 2022 Fraternal Review issue and its corresponding topic, The Hermetic Mason. The focus of the conversation explores the relationship between...
10.29.2022
The Numberless Worlds
In this episode, Bro. Daniel Rivera, PM sits down with Bro. Ian Evenstar Laurelin to discuss the October 2022 Fraternal Review issue and its corresponding topic, The Numberless Worlds. The focus of the conversation explores the question, does our Masonic...
09.08.2022
The Ancient Mysteries
In this episode, Bro. Ian Evenstar Laurelin and Bro. Joe Martinez discuss the June 2022 Fraternal Review issue and its corresponding topic, The Ancient Mysteries. To learn more about Fraternal Review or to become a subscriber, visit theresearchlodge.com.
08.17.2022
Subculture
In this episode, Bro. Angel Millar, editor-in-chief of the Fraternal Review magazine, and Bro. Johnny Arias, 32° Scottish Rite Mason, discuss the August 2022 Fraternal Review issue and its corresponding topic, Subculture. This is Freemasonry as you’ve never seen or...
07.26.2022
The Taxil Hoax
In this episode, Bro. Daniel Molina, PM, discusses the Fraternal Review issue titled, "The Taxil Hoax." To learn more about Fraternal Review or to become a subscriber, visit theresearchlodge.com.
07.15.2022
Moby Dick and Freemasonry
In this episode, R.W. Bro. Michael Jarzabek discusses the Fraternal Review issue titled, "Moby Dick and Freemasonry - Our Connection To The Classic Novel." To learn more about Fraternal Review or to become a subscriber, visit theresearchlodge.com.
06.26.2022
Moby Dick Soundscape
Fraternal Review soundscape specifically designed and produced for the July 2022 issue titled, "Moby Dick and Freemasonry." This original composition, titled "The Whale," is inspired by the novel Moby-Dick, and was written and recorded by Dashmesh to serve as a soundtrack...
06.16.2022
The Temple of King Solomon
In this episode, Bro. Matt Parker discusses the Fraternal Review issue titled, "The Temple of Solomon." To learn more about Fraternal Review or to become a subscriber, visit theresearchlodge.com.
04.15.2022
The Festive Board Tradition
In this episode, Bro. Brian T. Evans, Jr. discusses the Fraternal Review issue entitled "The Festive Board Tradition." To learn more about Fraternal Review or to become a subscriber, visit theresearchlodge.com.
01.29.2022
Fringe Masonry
The interest in “Fringe Masonry” has grown in recent years as many have turned their attention, once again, towards the esoteric. In this episode, Brother Angel Millar discusses the Fraternal Review issue entitled "Fringe Masonry." To learn more about Fraternal...
01.25.2022
Truth
In this episode, Worshipful Brother Doug Russell, Editor in Chief of Fraternal Review and a former Master of the Southern California Research Lodge, discusses the Masonic tenet, Truth. It is an honor to hear directly from Worshipful Brother Doug Russell, who...
01.21.2022
Relief
In this episode, Worshipful Brother Doug Russell, Editor in Chief of Fraternal Review and a former Master of the Southern California Research Lodge, discusses the Masonic tenet, Relief. It is an honor to hear directly from Worshipful Brother Doug Russell, who...
11.03.2021
Brotherly Love
In this episode, Worshipful Brother Doug Russell, Editor in Chief of Fraternal Review and a former Master of the Southern California Research Lodge, discusses the Masonic tenet, Brotherly Love. It is an honor to hear directly from Worshipful Brother Doug Russell,...
09.01.2021
Observing the Craft
We are honored to have Worshipful Bro. Andrew Hammer, Master from Alba Lodge #222, in Washington D.C. discusses his inspiring book, Observing the Craft. Worshipful brother Andrew Hammer's book, Observing the Craft, was recently nominated and voted in as the...
08.18.2021
The Matrix and Freemasonry
Have you ever considered the striking parallels between the film, The Matrix and the symbolism found within Freemasonry? In this episode, we sit down with Worshipful Brother Darin Lahners, one of the notable Masonic scholars for Fraternal Review's December issue covering...
08.11.2021
The American Revolution
What is Freemasonry’s role in life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness? In this episode, Right Worshipful Brother Michael Jarzabek, Senior Warden of the Massachusetts Lodge of Research, discusses the Fraternal Review issue entitled The American Revolution. Among other topics, Wor....
06.23.2021
Freemasonry and Stoicism
The beginnings of Stoicism go back 300 years before the birth of Jesus Christ, when a wealthy merchant found himself shipwrecked, destitute, and questioning what it meant to live a good life. In this episode, Worshipful Bro. Daniel O. Molina,...
04.28.2021
The Middle Chamber
In this episode, we speak with Bro. Jaime Paul Lamb, guest editor of our May 2021 issue of Fraternal Review titled "The Middle Chamber". Bro. Lamb hopes to establish the importance of this underexamined feature of the symbolic architecture of...
04.23.2021
Freemasonry and Kabbalah
In this episode, we explore the parallels this mystic belief has with the oldest Fraternity in the world. To find more content that expresses the pride of being a Freemason, visit TheResearchLodge.com.
03.05.2021
Masonic Legacy Society with Right Worshipful Bro. Robert Johnson
In this episode, we speak to Right Worshipful Bro. Robert Johnson as he reflects on the mission and vision of the Masonic Legacy Society (MLS). Founded in 2017, the Masonic Legacy Society set out on the honorable mission to deepen...
01.29.2021
The Death of Ritual with Michael Jarzabek
In this episode, we kick off the 2021 editorial calendar with a behind the scenes discussion with our guest editor, Right Worshipful Bro. Michael Jarzabek. Please note, that at the time of recording this podcast, the issue was entitled Man’s...
09.30.2020
Everything Has Significance, Even What You Wear
As the Worshipful Master of the Southern California Research Lodge, Dago Rodriguez points out, one of the most revealing aspects of any individual is their actions, and those actions include the ways we clothe ourselves - every day. The fabrics...
08.18.2020
The Virtue of Justice
In this episode, we turn our attention to the fourth, and final in our series of the four Cardinal Virtues: Justice. To pick up all four in-depth Fraternal Review issues on the four cardinal virtues of Freemasonry and to put...
07.10.2020
The Virtue of Prudence
In this episode, we turn our attention to the third of the four Cardinal Virtues: Prudence. In the July 2020 issue of Fraternal Review, Brother C. Douglas Russell, Editor in Chief and former Master of the Southern California Research Lodge...
06.25.2020
Freemasonry and the Tarot
In this episode, we turn our attention to Freemasonry and the Tarot. In September 2019 we dedicated an entire issue on this topic and studied how each is a comprehensive system of esoteric knowledge containing the gnosis that emerged from...
06.11.2020
The Ruffians: Short Talks on Masonry
In this episode, we are highlighting an article from our June 2020 issue entitled, Fortitude, the second of the four cardinal virtues. This issue is a part of a four-issue series focused on the Four Cardinal Virtues and today, we...
05.19.2020
Further Study of the All Seeing Eye
In this episode, we are revisiting one of the most ancient and ubiquitous symbols of freemasonry, “The All Seeing Eye.” This topic was particularly popular and well-listened to in our previous episode, so we decided to share further study. Again,...
05.01.2020
Many Observations of the All Seeing Eye
In this episode, we are covering one of the most ancient and ubiquitous symbols of freemasonry, “The All Seeing Eye.” If this episode piques your interest or inspires you to learn more, we encourage you to download a copy of...
04.17.2020
The Virtue of Immortality
With the world around more than ever collectively aware of the crisis, suffering, strife, and even death, I want to call back to our October 2019 issue titled, “Death, Immortality & Freemasonry.” In this issue, the Southern California Research Lodge...
04.08.2020
Born In Blood: The Lost Secrets of Freemasonry
In this episode, we are sharing our top choice for a Masonic book. In 2016, Southern California Research Lodge took a reader’s book poll to discover which books our subscribers felt Masons should read and own. The poll was extended...
04.01.2020
Fight Club and Freemasonry
In this episode, we share an article from our inventive April 2020 issue which is proudly produced from the vision of the Managing Editor, Worshipful Dago Rodriguez, PM, 32º, and the 2020 Southern California Research Lodge Master. The April issue...
03.26.2020
The #1 Masonic Esoteric Author is the Scottish Rite Visionary, Albert Pike
In this episode, we are revealing our top choice and recommendation for Masonic Esoteric Author. This top choice is given to the Masonic Esoteric Author who received the most votes from Fraternal Review subscribers and if you want to see...
03.18.2020
Hamlet: A Soliloquy from the Play by William Shakespeare
In this episode of Fraternal Review, we read the cover feature article from our February 2020 issue which is guest-edited by Michael Jarzabek, Past Junior Grand Warden, Grand Lodge of Massachusetts. The issue focuses on Dissonance & Freemasonry, and poses...
03.12.2020
The Balance of Religion & Science
In this first episode of Fraternal Review, we read the cover article from our March 2020 issue. The issue focuses on Freemasonry, Science and Technology, and this article looks at how natural philosophy inspires Masons' use of science and reason...

What's Fraternal Review about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Fraternal Review episodes:

Fringe Masonry 2 with Angel Millar

H.P. Lovecraft

The Knights Templar and The Origins of Freemasonry⁠

Rosicrucianism and Freemasonry⁠

The Year Ahead for Fraternal Review (feat. Bro. Angel Millar)

Masonic Leadership

The Hermetic Mason

The Numberless Worlds

The Ancient Mysteries

Subculture

The Taxil Hoax

Moby Dick and Freemasonry

Moby Dick Soundscape

The Temple of King Solomon

The Festive Board Tradition

Fringe Masonry

Truth

Relief

Brotherly Love

Observing the Craft

The Matrix and Freemasonry

The American Revolution

Freemasonry and Stoicism

The Middle Chamber

Freemasonry and Kabbalah

Masonic Legacy Society with Right Worshipful Bro. Robert Johnson

The Death of Ritual with Michael Jarzabek

Everything Has Significance, Even What You Wear

The Virtue of Justice

The Virtue of Prudence

Freemasonry and the Tarot

The Ruffians: Short Talks on Masonry

Further Study of the All Seeing Eye

Many Observations of the All Seeing Eye

The Virtue of Immortality

Born In Blood: The Lost Secrets of Freemasonry

Fight Club and Freemasonry

The #1 Masonic Esoteric Author is the Scottish Rite Visionary, Albert Pike

Hamlet: A Soliloquy from the Play by William Shakespeare

The Balance of Religion & Science