Masonic Lite Podcast

Hello! On this episode, we welcome back MLP contributor, and most importantly our friend, Bro. Doug Madenford. After our chat we have a visit from Dutchy Doug, followed by Symbologist Michelle Snyder, the Masonic News, and in closing, Larry and the More Ape than Poultry Assembly of Dog Choir.

[00:00:00] Introductions

[00:07:55] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son

[00:09:00] Larry kicks us off with Bro. Doug

[00:21:55] Second break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars

[00:23:10]Larry brings us back

[00:37:15] Third break, brought to you by the Historic Smithton Inn

[00:38:30] Dutchy Doug makes an appearance

[00:54:25] Unlocking Symbols with Symbologist Michelle Snyder

[00:57:55] The wrap up

[01:05:15] Chickens

[001:06:20] Outro

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The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris:

www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry…ris/dp/1466478608

Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri

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Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate

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Unlocking Symbols segment music:

“Freezing but warm” by Meydän

(EDITED TO FIT SEGMENT)

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Hello! On this episode, our guest is Brother George March, a most interesting man. Bro. George has served as a member of the military, a sentinel at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and so much more. We chat about his professional career and adventures, as well as his Masonic affiliations. After a delightful conversation, we hear from Symbologist Michelle Snyder and wrap in the usual way, with Larry and his Finger-Lickin’ Funtime Farm Band and Interpretative Dance Coterie closing out the show.

[00:00:00] Introductions

[00:10:05] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son

[00:11:10] Pete kicks us off with Bro. George

[00:30:30] Second break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars

[00:31:45] Pete brings us back

[00:45:10] Final break, brought to you by the Historic Smithton Inn

[00:46:35] Unlocking Symbols with Symbologist Michelle Snyder

[00:50:10] The wrap up

[01:04:05] Chickens

[001:05:25] Outro

MASONIC LITE PATREON

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Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13!

SPONSORS:

George J. Grove and Son:

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Historic Smithton Inn:

www.historicsmithtoninn.com

D&S CIGARS

www.dnscigar.com

The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris:

www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry…ris/dp/1466478608

Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri

www.masonicscarves.com/

Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate

www.facebook.com/IntermezzobyStephanie/

MEDIA ATTRIBUTION:

Unlocking Symbols segment music:

“Freezing but warm” by Meydän

(EDITED TO FIT SEGMENT)

Bye Everybody!

Hello! On this episode we welcome Brother Jay Snyder virtually from Massachusetts to discuss Astronomy, Freemasonry, and a host of other interesting topics that deserve further digging. Bro. Jay also happens to be married to MLP guest and contributor, Symbologist Michelle Snyder. After a great conversation we hear the Masonic Lite News and wrap up with our upcoming events. In closing, Larry Merris presented another work of comedic genius backed by the Chicken Wing Pre-dinner Club Band. Unfortunately it will remain unheard by all, except those present at its delivery, following a problem with the producer’s keyboard/chair interface resulting in the recording being lost forever.

[00:00:00] Introductions

[00:11:10] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son

[00:13:55] Jack starts us off with our guest

[00:33:40] Second break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars

[00:34:55] Jack brings us back

[01:01:10] Third break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn

[01:02:35] Masonic Lite News

[01:03:30] The Wrap Up

[01:09:45] Chickens/whispers of what could have been

[01:10:50] Outro

MASONIC LITE PATREON

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Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13!

SPONSORS:

George J. Grove and Son:

www.georgejgrove.com

Historic Smithton Inn:

www.historicsmithtoninn.com

D&S CIGARS

www.dnscigar.com

The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris:

www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry…ris/dp/1466478608

Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri

www.masonicscarves.com/

Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate

www.facebook.com/IntermezzobyStephanie/

Bye Everybody!

Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Brothers Mark Mattern and Jim Stephens. Brother Mark is currently serving as Right Eminent Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Pennsylvania, and previously (and most importantly), Monarch for Ubar Grotto. Brother Jim is currently serving as Senior Warden of Lodge #43 in Lancaster and has previously provided MLP with the Lodge Business Brief. We also hear from Bro. Dutchy Doug, the Masonic News, and wrap things up with Larry’s Down Home Chicken Bone Shindig Shakers.

[00:00:00] Introductions

[00:18:10] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son

[00:19:15] Jack starts us off with Brother Mark Mattern

[00:37:55] Second break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn

[00:39:15] Tim brings us back with Brother Mark

[00:47:15] Third break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars

[00:48:35] Jack introduces Brother Jim Stevens

[01:20:10] Dutchy Doug

[01:23:40] Jack brings us back with Brother Jim

[01:29:00] Masonic News and the Wrap Up

[01:43:00] Chickens

[01:46:10] Outro

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SPONSORS:

George J. Grove and Son:

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Historic Smithton Inn:

www.historicsmithtoninn.com

D&S CIGARS

www.dnscigar.com

The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris:

www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry…ris/dp/1466478608

Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri

www.masonicscarves.com/

Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate

www.facebook.com/IntermezzobyStephanie/

MEDIA ATTRIBUTION:

Backing Track for Dutchy Doug:

Meanwhile in - Bavaria Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

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(EDITED TO FIT SEGMENT)

Bye Everybody!

Hello! Once again we are guestless, but fear ye not! The hosts engage in a spirited discussion of recent developments from a few Grand Lodges in the USA. After the discussion, we hear a new spot from W.B. Nicholas Laine for Castle Island Virtual Lodge, the news, and the chickens arise to perform their unpaid duty as Larry’s backing band.

[00:00:00] Introductions

[00:12:45] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son

[00:13:55] Tim brings us back

[00:34:15] Second break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn

[00:35:35] Pete brings us back

[00:51:40] Third break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars

[00:53:00] Castle Island Virtual Lodge #190

[00:53:35] The Wrap Up

[01:02:55] Chickens

[01:04:30] Outro

MASONIC LITE PATREON

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Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13!

SPONSORS:

George J. Grove and Son:

www.georgejgrove.com

Historic Smithton Inn:

www.historicsmithtoninn.com

D&S CIGARS

www.dnscigar.com

The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris:

www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry…ris/dp/1466478608

Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri

www.masonicscarves.com/

Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate

www.facebook.com/IntermezzobyStephanie/

Bye Everybody!

Hello! On this episode, we welcome The Social Chemist, Bro. George Reppert. We discuss his Masonic activities and one of our favorite topics, whiskey, both with and without the “e”. You can find out more about The Social Chemist at http://www.socialchemist.net/. Following our chat, we hear the Masonic News, Bro. Dutchie Doug, and wrap in the usual way.

[00:00:00] Introductions

[00:12:35] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son

[00:11:40] Tim thanks our Patreon supporters and eventually Jack introduces our guest

[00:31:25] Second break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn

[00:28:20] Pete brings us back and Jack drives

[00:53:05] Third break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars

[00:54:20] Dutchie Doug

[00:58:25] News and The Wrap Up

[01:07:00] Chickens

[01:09:00] Outro

MASONIC LITE PATREON

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Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13!

SPONSORS:

George J. Grove and Son:

www.georgejgrove.com

Historic Smithton Inn:

www.historicsmithtoninn.com

D&S CIGARS

www.dnscigar.com

The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris:

www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry…ris/dp/1466478608

Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri

www.masonicscarves.com/

Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate

www.facebook.com/IntermezzobyStephanie/

MEDIA ATTRIBUTION:

Backing Track for Dutchy Doug:

Meanwhile in - Bavaria Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

(EDITED TO FIT SEGMENT)

Bye Everybody!

Hello! We’re Back! To record this episode, we made the descent to our beloved studio for the first time in over a year. Our guest is MLP friend and contributor, Symbologist Michelle Snyder. She has returned in digital form to catch up and chat with us about FREA and the man who inspired the foundation’s purpose, Dr. Robert Enzmann. After this fantastic conversation, we close with the upcoming events and a hip diddy from Larry and the Dolittle Recovery Club Quartet.

Find out more about the FREA, visit https://www.freafoundation.space/

[00:00:00] Introductions

[00:10:30] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son

[00:11:40] Larry introduces our guest

[00:27:00] Second break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn

[00:28:20] Tim brings us back

[00:48:40] Third break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars

[00:49:55] The Wrap Up

[00:54:25] Chickens

[00:55:45] Outro

MASONIC LITE PATREON

www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast

Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13!

SPONSORS:

George J. Grove and Son:

www.georgejgrove.com

Historic Smithton Inn:

www.historicsmithtoninn.com

D&S CIGARS

www.dnscigar.com

The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris:

www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry…ris/dp/1466478608

Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri

www.masonicscarves.com/

Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate

www.facebook.com/IntermezzobyStephanie/

Bye Everybody!

Hello! On this episode, our guest is Worshipful Bro. Nicholas Laine, Past Master and Secretary of Castle Island Virtual Lodge # 190. We catch up on what he has been up to, the state of CIVL, and discuss the impact of the Covid-induced digital revolution in Freemasonry. Dutchy Doug provides a touching tribute, we hear The Masonic News, and wrap in the usual way.

If you'd like to attend Castle Island Virtual Lodge, their next meeting is June 30th, 2021. Please reach out to [email protected] to get the process underway! They can also be found on the web at https://civlodge190.ca

[00:00:00] Introductions

[00:14:50] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son

[00:16:00] Larry introduces our guest

[00:30:05] Second break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn

[00:31:25] Jack brings us back

[00:47:40] Third break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars

[00:49:00] Final segment with W.B. Nicholas Laine

[00:59:35] Dutchy Doug

[01:04:50] The wrap up

[01:12:45] Chickens

[01:14:05] Outro

MASONIC LITE PATREON

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Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13!

SPONSORS:

George J. Grove and Son:

www.georgejgrove.com

Historic Smithton Inn:

www.historicsmithtoninn.com

D&S CIGARS

www.dnscigar.com

The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris:

www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry…ris/dp/1466478608

Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri

www.masonicscarves.com/

Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate

www.facebook.com/IntermezzobyStephanie/

MEDIA ATTRIBUTION:

Dutchy Doug:

Meanwhile in - Bavaria Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

(EDITED TO FIT SEGMENT)

&

Track: Woods Music composed and recorded by Oak Studios Creative Commons - Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/eAiAlg22gqQ

(EDITED TO FIT SEGMENT)

Bye Everybody!

Hello! On this episode, our guest is absent, so instead we talk about what’s it’s been like returning to lodge functions and what we are looking forward to as things begin to open up. Symbologist Michelle Snyder brings us another segment in the Unlocking Symbols series about dragons, and we wrap in a non-standard form with a tender message from Larry Merris. He obviously wasn’t picked at the dance.

[00:00:00] Introductions

[00:14:40] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son

[00:15:50] Jack brings us back and hands it over to Larry

[00:32:50] Second break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn

[00:34:10] Tim brings us back

[00:41:15] Final break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars

[00:42:30] Unlocking Symbols with Symbologist Michelle Snyder

[00:46:15] The wrap up

[00:52:10] Chickens

[00:53:55] Outro

MASONIC LITE PATREON

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Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13!

SPONSORS:

George J. Grove and Son:

www.georgejgrove.com

Historic Smithton Inn:

www.historicsmithtoninn.com

D&S CIGARS

www.dnscigar.com

The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris:

www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry…ris/dp/1466478608

Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri

www.masonicscarves.com/

Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate

www.facebook.com/IntermezzobyStephanie/

MEDIA ATTRIBUTION:

Unlocking Symbols segment music:

“Freezing but warm” by Meydän

(EDITED TO FIT SEGMENT)

Bye Everybody!

Hello! On this episode, our guest is Bro. John Sebelist. John is a PGA Pro, tennis instructor, and most famously, Pete’s first line signer. After the interview, we hear another fantastic segment from Dutchy Doug, the Masonic Lite News, and wrap in the standard form with another fine performance by Larry Merris.

[00:00:00] Introductions

[00:08:20] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son

[00:09:25] Pete brings us back and away we go

[00:27:40] Second break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars

[00:28:50] The shenanigans continue

[00:56:20] Final break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn

[00:57:40] Dutchy Doug

[01:01:55] Masonic Lite News & the wrap up

[01:08:45] Chickens

[01:11:11] Outro

MASONIC LITE PATREON

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Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13!

SPONSORS:

George J. Grove and Son:

www.georgejgrove.com

Historic Smithton Inn:

www.historicsmithtoninn.com

D&S CIGARS

www.dnscigar.com

The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris:

www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry…ris/dp/1466478608

Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri

www.masonicscarves.com/

Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate

www.facebook.com/IntermezzobyStephanie/

MEDIA ATTRIBUTION:

Backing Track for Dutchy Doug:

Meanwhile in - Bavaria Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

(EDITED TO FIT SEGMENT)

Bye Everybody!