Masonic Lite Podcast

Hello! On this episode, our guest is the author of the Tununda Mysteries, Bro. Michael Karpovage. After some difficulty on our end, We spoke with Michael via video chat about the three books in the series, Crown of Serpents, Map of Thieves, and Skull of Disguises, as well as his other creative endeavors. Be sure to check out his website, www.karpovagecreative.com.

Also on this episode, Symbologist Michelle Snyder presents another segment in the Unlocking Symbols series, Jack presents the news, and Larry herds the chickens. Enjoy!

[00:00:00] Introductions, forgetting, and remembering.

[00:11:20] First break, brought to you by the Historic Smithton Inn.

[00:12:40] Larry brings us back with author, Michael Karpovage

[00:31:10] Second break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son.

[00:32:25] Pete leads off with a contest announcement and continues with Michael Karpovage.

[00:54:15] Unlocking Symbols, with Symbologist Michelle Snyder - King Midas

[00:58:10] Pete brings us back with Michael to discuss his work with map illustrations and wrap things up.

[01:05:00] Masonic Lite News and upcoming events

[01:10:10] Chickens

[01:11:35] 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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Hello! On this episode, our guest is Worshipful Master of Ephrata Lodge No. 665, M. Todd Hoak. Recently, his lodge hosted an event featuring the bible upon which Brother George Washington took his Masonic Oaths and Obligations. It was a great event with a packed lodge room. We discuss how it came about and what it takes to plan and execute a successful event. Past Master Moyer called in with some words of encouragement for Larry, while Jack and Josh manage avoid his gaze. Enjoy!

[00:00:00] Introductions

[00:11:15] First break, brought to you by the Historic Smithton Inn.

[00:12:35] Beginning our discussion with WM Todd Hoak.

[00:28:30] Second break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son.

[00:29:45] Past Master Moyer's Minute(s).

[00:31:40] Jack Harley brings us back with WM Todd Hoak.

[00:54:40] Distant Chickens.

[00:56:25] Outro.

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Historic Smithton Inn:

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D&S CIGARS

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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

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Hello! On this episode, we finally managed to sit down with Bro. Ed Stumm. His story is fantastic and really shows the impact that the Fraternity can have on others, when we live up to our values and obligations. Bro. Dan Messimer also stopped by to sit in on the conversation and have a peak at the men behind the curtain. Symbologist Michelle Snyder presents a great segment about the origins of the Vampire, Jack Harley drops some news, and Past Master Moyer tells us how great we are.

[00:00:00] Introductions, forgetting, and remembering.

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

[00:14:00] Beginning our discussion with Bro. Ed Stumm

[00:26:20] Second break, brought to you by the Historic Smithton Inn.

[00:27:40] Pete brings us back Bro. Ed Stumm

[00:43:00] Symbologist Michelle Snyder: Vampires Unlocked

[00:46:15] Past Master Moyer's Minute(s)

[00:47:35] Jack Harley brings us back and Ed wraps things up.

[00:49:45] News Director Jack Harley

[00:51:00] Pete thanks our sponsors and Patrons

[00:52:10] Chickens, Maybe?

[00:53:55] 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

www.masonicscarves.com/

Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate

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Media Credit

Atmosphere - Horror 1 (Loop) -

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Hello! This week we bring in three very special guests for a discussion about Scouting & Freemasonry. Bros. Dave Gerstenlauer, Ken Robinson, and Bryan Hill join us, all of whom are Eagle Scouts. After our introductions and the usual attempted sabotage by Larry, we begin with our guests by discussing their backgrounds in Scouting. From there we discuss bodies such as the Order of the Arrow, touch on some connections to the Craft, and hear about the challenges and changes in modern Scouting. Tim presents an interview with Josh Gerstenlauer, Scribe from Samuel C Perkins RAC No. 209, and Jack sends in an announcement for the 2019 Lodge in the Woods held at Camp Mack. Enjoy!

[00:00:00] Introductions and the Masonic goings on.

[00:05:35] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove & Son.

[00:06:45] Beginning our discussion of Scouting & Freemasonry.

[00:21:10] Second break, brought to you by the Historic Smithton Inn.

[00:22:35] Tim brings us back with our guests.

[00:36:35] Jack Harley, announcing the 2019 Lodge in the Woods.

[00:38:35] Pete thanks our Heroes.

[00:40:00] Tim interviews Josh Gerstenlauer.

[00:43:10] Pete brings us back to discuss Tim's interview, flash some credentials, and then wrap up our discussion on Scouting & Freemasonry.

[01:01:15] Larry, lets get out of here...

[01:03:15] 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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Bye Everybody!

Hello! On this episode of the podcast we were honored to speak with Brother Yasser Al-Khatib. The Academy of Masonic Knowledge, Hauts Grades Academy, Masonic Week, it's all in there. We also discuss the importance of service, education, and finding like-minded individuals in fulfilling your masonic purpose. Symbologist Michelle Snyder presents another fantastic segment with Archetypes Unlocked and Larry wraps the show with an announcement.

[00:00:00] Introductions and the Masonic goings on.

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

[00:12:10] Tim starts us off with Brother Yasser Al-Khatib.

[00:30:55] Second break, brought to you by George J. Grove & Son.

[00:32:10] Pete brings us back with Yasser to discuss "The How" and "The Alchemist".

[00:47:20] Symbologist Michelle Snyder: Archetypes Unlocked.

[00:50:30] Tim brings us back to wrap things up with Yasser.

[01:00:33] Banjos in the barnyard with a guy named Larry.

[01:01:35] Outro

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D&S CIGARS

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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

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MEDIA CREDIT:

Archetypes Unlocked segment music: Freezing but warm by Meydän

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Hello! We're back with another episode, though not quite the one we were intending to make. Our guest was to be Brother Ed Stumm, however, Mother Nature and Larry conspired to put a stop to that! Being that the hosts were still planning to get together, it was decided that we should just sit down and record an episode. After an intense struggle, Jack was left holding both the short straw, and the burden of giving us the evening's topic. Join us as we discuss some of the changes that we are seeing in the fraternity, and how those changes are enhancing our Masonic Journey.

[00:00:00] Diving right in, but first, a special intro.

[00:22:15] First break, brought to you by the Historic Smithton Inn.

[00:23:35] Larry brings us back to talk about "What's Dumb on the Internet?!"

[00:44:45] Second break, brought to you by George J. Grove & Son.

[00:45:55] Tim brings us back to wrap things up.

[00:54:25] Banjos in the barnyard with a guy named Larry.

[00:56:00] 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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Hello! Sorry so late, but very exciting news. JOSH THE INTERN mixed this episode. This episode we're with Author and Brother James Stephens of Lodge No. 43 in Pennsylvania speaking about his new book: Lodge Business: The Theoretical Application of Entrepreneurial Business Practices to Blue Lodge. It's packed with useful knowledge of running a purpose driven lodge, backed with James' strong business acumen. You can purchase his book online, via the link below. Joining us you also have our new team member Tim Dedman, and Josh the Intern behind the buttons. Michelle Snyder joins us again as well. Enjoy!

[00:00:00] Intro and introductions

[00:04:40] Break Larry Merris - The Red Serpent

[00:05:15] We’re back with Bro. James Stephens

[00:21:35] Break with Historic Smithton Inn

[00:22:50] Tim brings us back with Bro. Jim Stephens

[00:36:20] Quick break brought to you by George J. Grove & Son.

[00:37:35] Thanking our Sponsors and Patreon supporters

[00:39:15] Michelle Snyder on the 12 Dancing Princesses

[00:42:15] Wrapping up with Jim Stephens

[00:55:15] Banjos, chicken, somebody hit him.

[00:57:35] Outro with Bryan Hill

LODGE BUSINESS:

The Theoretical Application of Entrepreneurial Business Practices to Blue Lodge - By Author James Stephens

https://www.amazon.com/Lodge-Business-Theoretical-Application-Entrepreneurial/dp/1731528698

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Historic Smithton Inn:

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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

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Hello listeners, join us for episode Number 67! We’re back from Holiday break with some exciting new members on the MLP Team. Tonight introduce Bro. Tim Dedman, who will be helping us with our Social Media and Marketing presence (and generally keeping us in line), and Bro. Josh the Intern, because more than one Masonic Podcast can have an intern. OK, in truth, Jason has carpal tunnel from turning all the knobs and needs a rest! We talk about MLP’s future, listen to the news and lastly we hear from Symbolist Michelle Snyder. Enjoy!

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[00:00:00] Intro and introductions

[00:10:30] Break with George J. Grove and Son

[00:11:30] We’re back with Tim and Josh the Intern

[00:23:00] Break with Historic Smithton Inn

[00:24:28] We’re back with Tim’s interview with Larry, God help us!

[00:43:28] Quick break and the News with Jack Harley

[00:44:35] Unlocking Symbols, the Unicorn, with Michelle Snyder

[00:48:00] We’re back and heading home.

[00:55:45] Chickens

[00:48:00] Outro with Bryan Hill

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The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris:

https://www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry-Merris/dp/1466478608

Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri

https://www.masonicscarves.com/

Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate

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Hello and Happy Holiday’s everybody. This show, we recorded on site at the Valley of Reading PA, of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, NMJ USA at day 4 of their 4 day Holiday Happenings. We’re joined by Bro. Scott Helm, Bro. Ernie, just Ernie, Commander-in-Chief Ill. Kevin S. Barnhardt, 33°, and Bro. Rich Storms, President of the Hiram Scottish Rite Riders. Bro. Jack Harley could not be with us, so Bro. Jeff Moyer fills in, unfortunately. At least he brought deer jerky!

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[00:00:00] Intro and introductions

[00:05:40] Break with interview from PA Grand Lodge Quarterly

[00:07:00] Back with Bro. Rich Storms, Pres. of Hiram Scottish Rite Riders

[00:14:00] Sovereign Prince, Ernie. Just Ernie.

[00:22:23] Break with George J. Grove and Son

[00:23:50] Thanks to our Sponsors and we’re back with Bro. Scott Helm.

[00:33:25] Break with Historic Smithton Inn

[00:34:44] We’re back with Commander-in-Chief, Ill. Kevin Barnhardt, 33°

[00:42:42] Supporters and wrapping up

[00:46:33] Chickens

[00:47:45] Outro

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The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris:

https://www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry-Merris/dp/1466478608

Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri

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Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate

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Bye Everybody!

Well, on Facebook we posted that we’d be delayed a week, BUT, we just happened to all descend upon Lodge No. 665 on a random Sunday for some fellowship, and were able to knock out a quick episode. No frills this show, no news, no segments (because we weren’t ready!) Just Jack, Pete, Larry, Jason, and our friend Jay Laser with a drop in from Keith chat about Scouting, DeMolay, Kentucky Colonels, Grotto, Tall Cedars, and the upcoming installations we’re involved in. Jack and Pete try their hand and selling Grotto vs. Tall Cedars to Keith, and we see who wins. We hope you enjoy our random banter… because we did! Oh, we also shared Canadian hot pickles that were gifted to us from Bro. Nicholas Laine, of Castle Island Virtual Lodge fame, when he visited earlier this year.

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[00:00:00] Intro and introductions

[00:11:48] Break with Masonic Scarves and George J Grove and Son

[00:13:45] We’re back with Jay Laser

[00:24:12] Break with Historic Smithton Inn

[00:25:33] We’re back with Grotto vs. Tall Cedars

[00:48:16] Break with the Red Serpent by Larry Merris

[00:48:48] We’re back, shameless plugs, and Goodbye!

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“LODGE BUSINESS” BY JAMES M. STEPHENS

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The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris:

https://www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry-Merris/dp/1466478608

Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri

https://www.masonicscarves.com/

Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate

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Bye Everybody!