This week we chat with Bro. Chris Ruli, historian and researcher on early American Freemasonry. A former Grand Historian and Librarian, Ruli is the author of The White House & The Freemasons and the upcoming Brother Lafayette. Ruli's work is featured in other print and popular media including The Washington Post, History Channel, and numerous history-focused podcasts.

Chris is an executive board member of the country's leading Masonic research institutions - the Scottish Rite Research Society and the Philalethes Society - where he serves as Associate Editor and Third Vice-President, respectively. He is also a contributing member of the Historical Society of Washington D.C.

This week we sit down with Charley Beekman, a 5th generation Minnesota Freemason. Charley shares fascinating insight on Masonic history, and the huge role Freemasonry plays in our lives to this day. 

We visit with the Masonic Legend, Donald Severson

We visit with Past Grand Master, Thomas McCarthy and discuss civil discourse.

We visit with Minnesota Masonic Home Administrator, Beth Schroeder and three of her "Champions of Care."

Minnesota Grand Master, Foster Solem

We visit with Author, Paul Hodnefield about his fascinating look at the Civil War, from a Minnesota/Masonic perspective in his book, Sherman's Woodcocks. He is also embarking on a new project; A History of Minnesota Masonic Charity.

Fascinating discussion with Dr. Yee and the impact of Masonic philanthropy at the University of Minnesota

Take 2! We relaunch the MMH&M Podcast with Reed Endersbe serving as Co-Host. A great addition. We discuss plans for future podcasts. Please make topic and guest suggestions to [email protected] or [email protected]

We review the test run of Civility School with Reed Endersbe. See y'all at the Grand Lodge Annual Communication.