Best Grand Lodge of A.F Podcasts (2025)

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March 2020: Grand Lodge Election special 42:14

5y ago42:14

42:14

In this special edition, we hear from the men who are running for elected offices for 2021.By The Common Gavel Podcast

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February 2020: The APG Club & More about the Ark 25:32

5y ago25:32

25:32

Along with updates from the Grand Master and Deputy Grand Master, we have information about successful a new club specifically for Masons working at Aberdeen Proving Ground. We also learn more about the Anchor and the Ark as symbols in Masonry, and how to apply them to your life.By The Common Gavel Podcast

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December 2019: Was Santa a Mason? 21:34

5+ y ago21:34

21:34

In this episode, we learn about the Christmas Cowboy, Brother Gene Autry, also we learn more about the Hanukkah holiday, and we get the lowdown on the January installation schedule. Also, was Saint Nick, aka Santa a Freemason?By The Common Gavel Podcast

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October 2019: Houdini and Museum History 28:24

5+ y ago28:24

28:24

This Halloween marks the 93 anniversary of the death of Brother Harry Houdini. We talk with folks from the Scranton Houdini Museum to get details on the life and death of Brother Harry. Plus we get a history lesson from the Maryland Masonic Museum.By The Common Gavel Podcast

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September 2019: A Crockett Connection 21:00

5+ y ago21:00

21:00

In this episode, we hear about exciting happenings for the fall including The first ever community Wellness fair, Harvest Home Day, the Grand Masters golf tournament, and more! Plus, learn a little more about your Masonic Apron and hear from a direct descendant of Davy Crockett.By The Common Gavel Podcast

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June 2019: The 47th Problem & Solving other problems 36:59

6y ago36:59

36:59

IN this episode, we find out about the new DelMar JDI, the new Grand Lodge Regional membership Chairman, and the Grand Master & Deputy Grand Master share their thoughts on summer. We also find out why Masons are to observe the 47th Problem of Euclid.By The Common Gavel Podcast

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April 2019: The Next Right Thing 25:35

6y ago25:35

25:35

Brother Kevin Marburger talks about his new foundation, The Grand Master talks about proper voting procedures, and the Deputy Grand Master discusses giving new men the time to learn. Also a special Millennial Mason joins us to celebrate DeMolay.By The Common Gavel Podcast

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March 2019: 104 and still sitting in lodge! 33:51

6y ago33:51

33:51

News about the DeMolay Fesitive Boards, a sit-down with our Junior Grand Warden and a hat with a 104 year old Mason!By The Common Gavel Podcast

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Live From Centennial Lodge!a 30:43

6y ago30:43

30:43

As the Grand Lodge continues it's journey around Maryland for installations, we bring you this live broadcast from their "lunch break" at Centennial Lodge. Patuxent Lodge was the morning and Centennial's installtion after lunch. Find out how the crazy intallation season is going!By The Common Gavel Podcast

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January 2018: Mystery Train 23:38

6+ y ago23:38

23:38

Freemasonry & the rails, how to use the trowel and more! https://www.freemasonrytoday.com/features/parallel-lines-john-hamill-public-transport-railways-freemasonryBy The Common Gavel Podcast

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December 2018: Opera Man! 25:26

6+ y ago25:26

25:26

An operatic rendition of the Lord's Prayer had the crowd on it's feet during the Grand Master's Installation, hear from the singer and hear a replay of the song. Plus a new feature focused on Millennial Masons and and the first Podcast by our new Grand Master and Deputy Grand Master.By The Common Gavel Podcast

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November 2018: One on One with MWGM Vourvoulas 28:15

6+ y ago28:15

28:15

IN this episode, Tom Foster sits for a one-on-one interview with MWGM Gus Vourvoulas as he wraps up his historic term as Grand Master of Masons in Maryland. Also, how to use the Common Gavel in everyday life.By The Common Gavel Podcast

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October 2018: A Day's Wages and German Beer! 24:08

6+ y ago24:08

24:08

Learn about Germania Lodge, get a recap of the Grand Lodge Table Lodge and learn how to earn you Masonic wages.By The Common Gavel Podcast

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September 2018: The Business of Inspectors 31:01

6+ y ago31:01

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IN this episode, we get a lesson on what a Grand Inspector does, and we find out WHY they speak last. Also, podcaster and author Robert Johnson joins us to talk about his new book regarding taking a corporate path to Freemasonry. What does that mean? Robert explains. Plus a word about the Bee hive!By The Common Gavel Podcast

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June 2018: Acting Genius & Social Media Masonry 25:46

7y ago25:46

25:46

By The Common Gavel Podcast

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May 2018: Finally! Help for your memory ! 26:41

7y ago26:41

26:41

All Masons are looking for extra tricks to be able to memorize ritual. memory expert Ron White joins us to give you some tricks to use to help get through all your memory work! We get an update on the York Rite from the Most Excellent High Priest. The Grand Master has important words about the Semi-annnual, and the Deputy Grand Master has some tips…

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March: Building Temples, Fighting Floods 27:06

7y ago27:06

27:06

In this episode, we hear from a Brother in Texas to get details on flood recovery, and we also learn more about the updates to the Maryland Masonic Academy, and get a lesson on how King Solomon managed to manage the Temple project!By The Common Gavel Podcast

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February 2018: The Millenial Freemason 29:27

7y ago29:27

29:27

41 Million men in America belong to the Millenial generation. The value sthese men have ar emore closely aligned with the teachings of Masonry than almost any generation in history. So how do we get them to knock on the door? Author Sam Friedman explains. How do you plan a really great event? Event Producer Petra Compel from Event Tech gives a few …

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live from Queen City lodge! 24:35

7+ y ago24:35

24:35

By The Common Gavel Podcast

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December 2017: Get Ready for a New Chair? 27:28

7+ y ago27:28

27:28

The Grand Master talks about his trip to the UGLE and aslo about two proposed changes to the Grand Lodge constitution. The DGM talks about membership and youth groups, and host Tom Foster talks to two authors who's books may give new officers some fresh ideas. Also we hear from a new 33rd degree Mason, Michael Fabe, and get some insight on his Maso…

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October: Halloween Special! 24:53

7+ y ago24:53

24:53

Some spooky info on Masonic headstones and some spine-tingling trivia on a Grand Master with a peculiar cemetery situation! Plus a 4th generation Maryland mason raises a 5th generation and word on equality from our Grand Master. The RWDGM talks hard numbers in Masonry, and news on a new facebook feature.…

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September: Helping Our Brothers Through MSA 25:07

7+ y ago25:07

25:07

What is MSA? Where does it come from and why should it be the first choice in helping the victims of the hurricanes? Simon LaPlace of MSA joins Tom foster to discuss. Also, Dave Sandy discusses the meaning of Further light, and the MWGM & DGM talk about upcoming events and membership initiatives. TO DONATE TO HURRICANE RELIEF, PLEASE VISIT WWW.MSAN…

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August: Chris Hodapp 32:36

7+ y ago32:36

32:36

The MWGM announces his golf outing, an update on our youth groups from DGM Naegele. The return of Dave Sandy and Further Light, and a chat with Chris Hodapp, Author of Freemasons for Dummies.By The Common Gavel Podcast

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July 2017: Do you come from the land down under? 25:04

8y ago25:04

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IN this episode we of course hear about some great summer events and learn about the Schools of INstruction from the Grand Master, we also learn about the many charitable endeqavors that the MD Masonic family engages in from the Deputy Grand Master. We are also treated to a visit from a Brother from AUSTRALIA and we learn about a busy Maryland Maso…

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June 2017: How to afford the Past Master's Jewel 26:16

8y ago26:16

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Of course we have our messages from the MWGM and RWDGM, both with good news to share. Greg Jones of Mt. Moriah #116 talks about helping local high schools and Edward Heimiller talks about an exciting way to provide your Master with a proper PM jewel WITHOUT breaking the lodge budget! Also, Dave Sandy continues his exploration of the cardinal virtue…

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May 2017: The Maryland Masonic Academy 29:38

8y ago29:38

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In this episode, we speak with Kirk White, author of "Operative Masonry" which is required reading in the Maryland Masonic Academy. Also, another exploration of the Cardinal Virtues with Dave Sandy, and Charles Matulewicz Dean of the Maryland Masonic Academy discusses the Arch presentations and how brothers can best prepare for them. Of course we h…

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17: LSME: The Duties, Privileges, and Rights of a Master Mason 8:23

8y ago8:23

8:23

The seventeenth and final lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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16: LSME: The Laws of Freemasonry 17:57

8y ago17:57

17:57

The sixteenth lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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14: LSME: Interpretation of the Ritual of the Third Degree 10:19

8y ago10:19

10:19

The fourteenth lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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15: LSME: Symbols, Emblems, and Allegories of the Third Degree 14:24

8y ago14:24

14:24

The fifteenth lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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13: LSME: Special Instruction 4:05

8y ago4:05

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The thirteenth lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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12: LSME: Teachings of the Fellow Craft Degree 5:20

8y ago5:20

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The twelfth lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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11: LSME: Symbols and Allegories of the Fellow Craft Degree 9:42

8y ago9:42

9:42

The eleventh lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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10: LSME: Interpretation of the Ritual of the Fellow Craft Degree 7:27

8y ago7:27

7:27

The tenth lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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9: LSME: Meaning, Duties, and Privileges the Term 'Fellow Craft' 8:55

8y ago8:55

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The nineth lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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8: LSME: Symbols of the Apprentice 11:15

8y ago11:15

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The eighth lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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April 2017: Make Your Mark 28:12

8y ago28:12

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IN this episode, we hear about a Maryland tattoo shop owner who's taking hate out of the world, one tattoo at a time and we hear from a lawmaker-brother who's making his mark in Annapolis. Dave Sandy begins a 4-part series on the cardinal virtues and the MWGM & RWDGM explain how Masons have helped veterans and the many ways ladies are involved in o…

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7: LSME: The Principal Tenets: Brotherly Love, Relief, and Truth 7:39

8y ago7:39

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The seventh lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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5: LSME: The Meaning of the Term 'Apprentice' 8:46

8y ago8:46

8:46

The fifth lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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6: LSME: Interpretation of the Ritual of the First Degree 6:42

8y ago6:42

6:42

The sixth lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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4: LSME: The Machinery and Organization of a Lodge 6:43

8y ago6:43

6:43

The fourth lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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3: LSME: The Qualifications 8:58

8y ago8:58

8:58

The third lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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2: LSME: A Definition and a Short History of Freemasonry 22:27

8y ago22:27

22:27

The second lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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1: LSME: Introductory Lecture 6:08

8y ago6:08

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The first lecture in a series of programs to ensure that every candidate is properly instructed in the fundamentals of the Craft, which every newly-made Mason ought to know.By Grand Lodge of A.F. & A.M. of North Carolina

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March 2017 27:57

8y ago27:57

27:57

On our Facebook page last month, you met two of our Jobie Girls from far away. After sneaking into the MWGM's Apartment, they sit down with host Tom Foster for a chat about traveling the world to support the Masonic Family. The latest info on the Storm the Castle 5k, and update from the Grand Master on the latest with our online members portal and …

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February 2017 27:40

8y ago27:40

27:40

In this episode, Further Light returns with Dave Sandy. Brother Dave discusses the symbols, traditions and duties of a Past Master. Also, we hear from a Brother in England who viewed out ritual on Facebook, so get his thoughts on the craft using this medium for outreach. Also, we learn the history of Boy Scouts and Masonry with Brother Robert King,…

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January 2017 27:48

8+ y ago27:48

27:48

Do tough guys wear aprons? You bet they do because the Father of Maryand Mixed Martial Arts is none other than Brother John Rallo. Host Tom Foster talks to John to find out why he became a mason. Tom also talks with First Lady of Maryland Masonry Cheryl Vourvoulas to discuss the new things for Masonic ladies in Maryland. Edward Heimiller drops by w…

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December 2016 26:41

8+ y ago26:41

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In this episode we hear from the newly installed Grand Master and Deputy Grand Master and we get some great news about the future of Bonnie Blink. Br. Mike Craftin talks about 300 years of Freemasonry in Carroll County, and we learn more about what a tyler really does. Plus, your chance at a great prize with "Name That Maryland Mason"…

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The Common Gavel, November 2016 29:50

8+ y ago29:50

29:50

In this episode, host Tom Foster speaks with the Potentate of Ali Ghan Shrine to learn a little more about the one of a kind Shrine. Grand Master Kenneth S. Wyvill Jr. delivers his final message and DGM Vourvoulas gives us the History of Bonnie Blink. Speaking of history, Edward Heimiller explains the history of the Grand Lodge Master's Chair. Also…

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The Common Gavel, October 2016 28:35

8+ y ago28:35

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In this episode, DGM-Elect Richard Naegele gives us more details about updates to the Maryland Masonic Acedemy, Ray Voegel talks Tall Cedars, and we get the fascinating history of Harvest Home Day. Plus, Brother Dave Sandy gives us Further Light on the subject of "a lodge". Of course, the MWGM and DGM have a few words of wisdom, and we have a fun r…

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