Best True North Views Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 73: Carcast 1:08:18

1d ago1:08:18

1:08:18

Marty and Mark are on a trip to Michigan and decided to record an episode. Masonic Comedy & Education, Freemasons having fun and showing the ins and outs of the masonic fraternity. Freemasonry is just regular everyday guys like yourself who do things to help better their communities. Follow and join us, we have beer... well we are having beer and d…

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Ep. 72: DJ Flash 1:35:07

21d ago1:35:07

1:35:07

We Have guest Kelvin Martin aka DJ. Flash. Flash talks about his journey through clandestine masonry into Prince Hall and to the Grand Lodge of AF & AM of the State of Illinois. Flash also talks to us about his health and his heart troubles. We also received shirts from Joe @ the Mason Grear Shop check them out we are sure you'll find something tha…

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Ep. 71: High 12 in New Orleans 1:16:16

4M ago1:16:16

1:16:16

Wes, Marty, and Brock went down to New Orleans for High 12! Learn what High 12 International is all about and how you can start a club in your area and get involved with High 12 Masonic Comedy & Education, Freemasons having fun and showing the ins and outs of the masonic fraternity. Freemasonry is just regular everyday guys like yourself who do thi…

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Ep. 70: Further Light in Spiritual Freemasonry Pt. 2 & Pt. 3: the Tarot of the Revelation 1:37:02

5M ago1:37:02

1:37:02

Originally recorded April 2023 This is the conclusion, also the lost and now recently found video of Wes's interview with Brother Christopher Earnshaw of the Spiritual Freemasonry book series. This episode also includes part three the Tarot of the Revelation (not part of the Spiritual Freemasonry series). Originally the interview was to be in three…

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Ep. 69: "Steve" 45:45

9M ago45:45

45:45

Last Show Ever... for 2023 🤣 Meet Steve. A newly readied Brother Mason. We get his take on things in the Masonic world and have a couple of laughs along the way. #freemasons #freemason #laughs #1113 Masonic Comedy & Education, Freemasons having fun and showing the ins and outs of the masonic fraternity. Freemasonry is just regular everyday guys lik…

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Ep. 68: Ray of Sunshine 48:28

10M ago48:28

48:28

In this episode we have Bro. Ray McCarthy who has helped Villa Park Lodge #1113 with its ritual work for 20 years. Ray is a 2 time Past Master of Villa Park #1113. Ray's intro Music Pumped Up Kicks (Remix) [Partial Extended] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xt665NXqst8&list=PLM6VgVwhTHehKZMVWNV9t4Fb69mLZjUxc&index=4 Break Music Found on YouTube Stud…

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Ep. 67: Upright & True 47:14

12M ago47:14

47:14

We have with us Bro. Freemason John Madl talks about how he was introduced to freemasonry, his first pointed chair in lodge. This position gave bro. Madl the desire to memorize the lectures and ritual work for freemasonry. Bro. Madl talks about the similarity in some of the things in the union bylaws and freemasonry and his unique coins he gives fo…

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Ep. 66: A Midnight Article 49:34

1y ago49:34

49:34

We had a article written about us and masonic memes from Bro. Bill Hosler of the Midnight Freemasons. Check out this episode filled with laughs and insights about Masonic memes. #midnightfreemasons Article From the Archives: The 50 Year Member: Part Fifteen - Masonic Memes http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2015/08/the-50-year-member-part-fourteen.h…

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New Ep. 65: The Story of the Lady Freemason Doneraile Court w/ Author Kathleen Aldworth Foster 1:36:27

1y ago1:36:27

1:36:27

Have you heard the story... the story about a woman who is the ONLY RECOGNIZED FREEMASON!!! Seen in public in full #freemason regalia! Elizabeth over seen something she shouldn't have during a masonic meeting at home in the County of Cork, Ireland 1712, on a full moon night. What to do with such an eavesdropper? Make her a #freemason they said! Wha…

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Ep. 64: Oklahoma Indian Degree Team 40:57

1y ago40:57

40:57

You have heard us talk about the Oklahoma Masonic Indian Degree Team, now meet the Masonic Brothers that go around the U.S. and the world performing the Oklahoma A.F. & A.M. version of the Third Degree of Freemasonry! Song at the break by Walking Buffalo. No. 5 song on Top 10 Walking Buffalo Powwow Songs YouTube Video. https://www.youtube.com/watch…

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Ep. 63: Freemasonry in the Wild Wild West 1:26:47

1y ago1:26:47

1:26:47

**Better to be seen on YouTube** Wes & Brock talk Freemasonry with Bro. Kyle A. Grafstrom Author of the book Freemasonry in the Wild Wild West. Jump in to history with us on this amazing interview about the trek west and what it was like fur trading, hunting, bartering for survival goods, and the dangers that the unknown territory had waiting for t…

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Ep. 62: Aaron Wilcox & the Holy Royal Arch Apron 24:10

1+ y ago24:10

24:10

We are excited to have Aaron Willcox back on the show to talk about the custom painted apron he designed for the Grand Royal Arch Chapter of IL asked Arron to raffle off for the RAMCF (Royal Arch Masons Charitable Foundation). This years donations are going to the Hope Autism Clinic https://www.theautismclinic.org/ Click the link below to purchase …

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Ep. 60 Correction 6:58

1+ y ago6:58

6:58

Christopher Earnshaw wanted to correct himself when it comes to the Domesday Book portion of Ep. 60. Masonic Comedy & Education, Freemasons having fun and showing the ins and outs of the masonic fraternity. Freemasonry is just regular everyday guys like yourself who do things to help better their communities. Follow and join us, we have beer... wel…

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Ep. 61: Wings & Things 1:12:37

1+ y ago1:12:37

1:12:37

Wes, Brock, & Eric sit down to some wings, beers, & talk about things in this fun filled episode. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Refreshment19/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/at_refreshment/ twitter https://twitter.com/refreshmentMVP #freemasonry #freemason #mastermason #funny #goodtimes #awesome #video Masonic Comedy & Educati…

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Ep. 60: Further Light In Spiritual Freemasonry Earnshaw Interview 2 Part 1 1:08:09

1+ y ago1:08:09

1:08:09

**Better Seen on YouTube or Rumble** Wesley's second interview with Bro. Dr. Christopher Earnshaw finishing up with his books the Spiritual Freemasonry Series. In this episode Wes discusses the 3rd book in the series the Quest for Immortality. Part 2 will be coming soon. you can find all of Christopher Earnshaw's book on his website https://earnsha…

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Ep. 59: Dads 44:12

1+ y ago44:12

44:12

In this episode we dads talk about being well dads. How do we balance freemasonry, daughters, freemasonry, and life in general with children. Freemasonry and being dads is the topic! #freemason #freemasonry #funny #comedy #goodtime Break and ending music: Brandon Hart - "Dad Bod "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=flgMF2qATb8&list=PLM6VgVwhTHehKZMVWNV…

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Ep. 58: Greg Sidwell Presents The Oklahoma Indian Degree Team 46:52

1+ y ago46:52

46:52

Brother Freemason Greg Sidwell joins us to discuss the Oklahoma Indian Degree Team! The team Consists of Native American Freemasons who perform the 3rd Degree as only they can! This is a very special event happing for IL freemasonry! Come out and see them (Master Masons Only) June 24th, 2023. 407 Edwards St. Altamont, IL you must be registered befo…

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Ep. 57: Alex Edwards: Four Failures Who Changed the World 47:23

1+ y ago47:23

47:23

We are back at the Moose to bring you this special episode with guest Alex Edwards. Alex is here to talk about his book Four Failures that Changed the World. This is a book interview as only At Refreshment can bring you! Four Failures that Changed the World https://www.amazon.com/Four-Failures-Who-Changed-World/dp/1530288762/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1WUMFZS…

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Ep. 56: Fraternal America 48:39

1+ y ago48:39

48:39

We knew we would end up at a Moose Lodge sooner or later! The At Refreshment Masonic Video Podcast stops at the Chicago Heights Moose to talk about the American Fraternal System, Freemasonry, Moose, Elks, and more Freemasonry in this fun filled episode recorded at the Chicago Heights Moose Lodge #828 in IL. Put on your fraternal hat and get your fa…

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Ep. 55: Anything Goes NSFW 1:13:34

1+ y ago1:13:34

1:13:34

*NSFW* The title should say it all! You get to know us a little more in this episode and find out what we did before we joined freemasonry. **We had some editing issues with this episode that did not transfer in the saving of this episode. It was brought to our attention after publishing** Masonic Comedy & Education, Freemasons having fun and showi…

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Ep. 54: A Meek Review 1:14:36

2y ago1:14:36

1:14:36

We Have on Author #Brother #freemason John Meek Brother to talk about his #books what they are about and how to get them. As freemasons we like education and reading, well... some of on the show do. Enjoy this wonderfully edited episode!!! John Meeks Book can be found at these links: Three Distinct Knocks: The Masonic Renewal: Its Basis and Necessi…

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Ep. 53: Ooga Booga! 1:06:51

2y ago1:06:51

1:06:51

**Music Volume Warning** Music at the breaks and outro is Very LOUD!!! Be careful when using head phones!!! Better to be seen on 💻 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb8IaNvD2Xmc_XJq6OdGt9A Joining us on this episode we have our first 33° Freemason and MSA Ed Steffy. We talk (Freemasonry obviously) about what it was like for Ed finding the fr…

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True North Views Podcast Episode 182 | "Option 3" 35:13

2y ago35:13

35:13

Kicking things off with the Clip of the Week (5:51). Then we get into Dill’s question of the week, and have the conversation about being the side piece (7:09). We discuss a certain style of hip hop that involves a lot of beat switches and transitions that doesn’t seem to exist anymore (14:29). That conversation parlays perfectly with a tweet from T…

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True North Views Podcast Episode 181 | "Perfect World State" 49:17

2y ago49:17

49:17

Kicking things off with the Song of the Week from 88GLAM (8:19). Dill’s question of the week asks what would you do (11:32). New Music feels like there’s not much to discuss - we get into Ari Lennox’s ‘age/sex/location’, and NAV’s ‘Demons Protected By Angels’ (14:48). Should we stop comparing streaming to sales in music (23:33)? We discuss platform…

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True North Views Podcast Episode 180 | "Ms. Steal Your Girl" 58:29

2y ago58:29

58:29

Story time with Dill leads to the naming of this episode (5:03). Dill’s story is the perfect segue into his question of the week - could you ever date a woman who has had a hoe phase? (8:09). Song of the Week courtesy of Roney (14:47). We discuss FN Meka and how it represents everything wrong with Hip Hop (17:36). New Music! We go in-depth on the n…

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Ep. 52: "Roger Up" 58:09

2y ago58:09

58:09

Brent Magnussen joins us on the show to talk about His "Roger Up" event, His book, Freemasonry and life in the Army. The Roger Up Forum is taking place on September 1st - 3rd, 2022 at the Westin Chicago and AMC in Lombard, IL. www.rogerupevent.com For more info contact Brent @ brentmagnussen@gmail.com Roger Up book by: Brent Magnussen available at …

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Ep. 51: Chris Hathaway, the Scottish Rite Valley of Danville, IL & Jack Daniels 58:10

2y ago58:10

58:10

Scottish Rite Freemason Chris Hathaway of the Valley of Danville stops by the show to tell us about the Scottish Rite Valley of Freemasons is thriving! Bro. Hathaway comes bearing gifts and Information about how it maybe possible for you to get one of these Special bottles of Jack Daniels. Masonic Comedy & Education, Freemasons having fun and showi…

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True North Views Podcast Episode 179 | "Buy Da Merchi" 53:00

2y ago53:00

53:00

This week’s Song of The Week involves Tim Hortons (3:59). Dill makes the claim that Bad Bunny is the biggest artist in the world (8:27). Getting into some new music that has come out over the past few weeks sparks a few questions about DJ Khaled’s ability to produce hits, the music industry not being taken seriously, how long Hip Hop should be fore…

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True North Views Podcast Episode 178 | "Chill Dill" 56:25

2y ago56:25

56:25

We recap what we’ve been up to after a one week hiatus (8:14). Dill gives us his song of the week to get us going (19:41). We had to have a WTF Clip of the Week segment this week after hearing what we heard (23:34). Then we go into a deep dive question about the City of Toronto in the month of August; is Toronto a top 3 pound for pound city in the …

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Ep. 50: Masonic Travels with Zach Plunkett 48:29

2y ago48:29

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Brother and Masonic Traveler Zach Plunkett stops by the Trowel Club for some refreshments and tales of travel. Masonic Comedy & Education, Freemasons having fun and showing the ins and outs of the masonic fraternity. Freemasonry is just regular everyday guys like yourself who do things to help better their communities. Follow and join us, we have b…

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True North Views Podcast Episode 177 | "Soft Landing" 50:07

2y ago50:07

50:07

Dill plays his song of the week (3:41). We discuss whether dvsn hit or miss with their highly anticipated single 'If I Get Caught' (6:34). Predicting the sound and first week sales numbers for Beyonce's upcoming album 'Renaissance' (14:37). Kid Cudi walks off the Rolling Loud stage as we discuss crowd etiquette (22:09). Fans are paying $1000 for a …

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Ep. 49: AMD With Adam Miranda & the Modern Working Tools 52:28

2y ago52:28

52:28

We have on Adam Miranda a member of the Masonic appendant body Allied Masonic Degrees (AMD). Bro. Miranda tells us about AMD and for the second half of the show a Special Presentation by Justus Fisher of the "Model Working Tools". Modern Working Tools YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCO4j53WR98i1JIg2YyY03Q/videos Masonic Comedy & E…

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True North Views Podcast Episode 176 | "Oxtail Adventure" 1:07:34

2y ago1:07:34

1:07:34

PRE POTPOURRI: Dill is on his latest side quest; an oxtail adventure to see who has the best to offer in the GTA (11:36). We discuss the power of Rogers and how many things were impacted by their day-long internet/cellular outage (17:24). MUSIC POTPOURRI: We’re discussing the value of the ‘Drake Stimulus Package’, in comparison to ‘breaking an arti…

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Ep. 48: Derrik Helfer Most Illustrious Grand Master 44:44

2y ago44:44

44:44

Marty and Wes interview the Most Illustrious Grand Master of Cryptic Masons of the State of Illinois Companion Derrik Helfer. We are recording this at the Elmhurst Masonic Temple in Elmhurst Illinois. Masonic Comedy & Education, Freemasons having fun and showing the ins and outs of the masonic fraternity. Freemasonry is just regular everyday guys l…

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True North Views Podcast Episode 175 | "This Is Not An Interview" ft. B1GJuice 1:26:40

2y ago1:26:40

1:26:40

We’re joined by friend of the show, B1GJuice, but this is not an interview. We discuss Toronto music; from the level of substance to a diss record that is a direct shot. We then shift the conversation to being about B1GJuice (38:33) - from life in Atlanta & South Carolina playing football, to getting into music from the world of poetry and football…

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True North Views Podcast Episode 174 | "Elite-icism" 1:12:46

2y ago1:12:46

1:12:46

Dill goes on a rant about podcasters (3:30). We recap a number of events that have happened during our absence (8:19): Pressa and Coi Leray’s break up leading to a conversation about record sales (8:50), the Junos pre party (14:04), Rolling Loud announcing they’re coming to Toronto for the first time (15:20), and we discuss some bigger albums that …

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True North Views Podcast Episode 173 | True North InterViews Vol 8 ft. Vegas Marcello 43:05

2y ago43:05

43:05

We interview Vegas Marcello! Discussing his origins in Hip Hop, how that compares to the state of Toronto Rap today, to being influenced by the UK, to live freestyles on the pod, and so much more. Make sure you follow Vegas Marcello EVERYWHERE: Instagram: https://instagram.com/vegasmarcello Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/vegas-marce…

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True North Views Podcast Episode 172 | True North InterViews Vol 7 ft. NDo 44:30

2y ago44:30

44:30

We interview NDo! Bringing her unique energy to the TNV stage, we discuss everything from how she started singing and songwriting, to disrespect by Dill when meeting each other for the first time, to the number of entendres in her name, plus so much more! Make sure you follow NDo EVERYWHERE: Instagram: https://instagram.com/ndo_nellyluxx Apple Musi…

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True North Views Podcast Episode 171 | True North InterViews Vol 6 ft. Karin Vee 27:29

2y ago27:29

27:29

We interview Karin Vee! Discussing a number of things from how she got started in music, to her love of music covers, to dream collaborations, to leaving toothbrushes at your ex’s house, and so much more. Make sure you follow Karin Vee EVERYWHERE: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kvisser55 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karinvee_ YouTube: https:/…

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Ep. 47: Christopher Earnshaw Interview Special 2:06:32

2y ago2:06:32

2:06:32

(Better to be seen on YouTube) Author & 33° Freemason Bro. Christopher Earnshaw of the Spiritual Freemasonry Series joins your At Refreshments host, 32° Freemason Bro. Wesly Ruder for this special At Refreshment interview about his books that cover the History and Spiritual aspects of the 1717 Premier Grand Lodge of Freemasonry and it's Spiritual a…

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Episode 170 | "Season 2, The Reintroduction" 43:41

2y ago43:41

43:41

True North Views Podcast is finally BACK after a near 10 month hiatus! No need for a long episode description: We officially welcome ourselves back (1:20), reintroduce ourselves for the new and the returning listeners and talk about what we’ve been up to. We also discuss what to expect from the next iteration of the True North Views Podcast (33:40)…

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Ep. 46: Running for Supremes 53:06

2+ y ago53:06

53:06

We have At Refreshments own Mark Victoria as our Guest this episode to talk about running for Capitan of the Guard for Grotto. At the end of the episode we have two short videos from Jeff Snyder and Phil Scott who are also running for the same position. Its a brotherly campaign for all! World War Blues (Jeff Snyder video) & High Life (Phil Scott vi…

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Ep. 45: Patrick Robin Most Excellent Grand High Priest of IL 1:09:57

2+ y ago1:09:57

1:09:57

Welcome back Patrick Robin! This time he comes on the the show as Most Excellent Grand High Priest of Royal Arch Masons of the State of Illinois. Join us for all the laughs and antics in this wildly funny episode. Music at the second break and end credits by Mike Da Poet, Song: We March https://youtu.be/WAnMd9arAis Masonic Comedy & Education, Freem…

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Ep. 44: So... You Want to do a Podcast 47:26

2+ y ago47:26

47:26

We let off some steam in this episode. Anyone can make a podcast and we talk about some unforeseen troubles that go along with doing just that. Masonic Comedy & Education, Freemasons having fun and showing the ins and outs of the masonic fraternity. Freemasonry is just regular everyday guys like yourself who do things to help better their communiti…

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Ep. 43: He's Only Been a Vegan for 6 Weeks (On the Threshold) 51:07

2+ y ago51:07

51:07

We discuss the "On the Threshold" booklet. On the Threshold is a booklet (the first of four booklets) that is part of the Illinois Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M. Intender Program. The Intender Program is given to those that are on their Masonic journey. Masonic Comedy & Education, Freemasons having fun and showing the ins and outs of the masonic fraternit…

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Ep. 42: Joseph Ferrell, Senior Grand Warden of A.F & A.M. of the State of Illinois 59:43

2+ y ago59:43

59:43

Better seen on YouTube( https://youtu.be/zsdtRBFUtTY We speak with Joseph Ferrell the Grand Senior Warden of A.F. & A.M. of the State of Illinois. This episode in full of laughs and you will learn about the Grand Lodge of Illinois Charities. Masonic Comedy & Education, Freemasons having fun and showing the ins and outs of the masonic fraternity. Fr…

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Christmas Thanks 3:06

2+ y ago3:06

3:06

The At Refreshment crew give their thanks to what they are grateful for this year. Christmas Music from: Canon and Variation by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/ Masonic Comedy & Education, Freemasons having fun and showing the …

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Ep. 41: John Sansone, Rite Eminent Grand Commander of Knights Templar of the State of Illinois 49:08

2+ y ago49:08

49:08

We speak with John Sansone Rite Eminent Grand Commander of Knights Templar of the State of Illinois. Masonic Comedy & Education, Freemasons having fun and showing the ins and outs of the masonic fraternity. Freemasonry is just regular everyday guys like yourself who do things to help better their communities. Follow and join us, we have beer... wel…

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EP. 40: Templars & Community Builders Award 1:03:25

3y ago1:03:25

1:03:25

Will became a Knights Templar the day this episode was recorded! Villa Park Lodge #1113 had it's Community Builders Awards event the same night. We talk about both of these great events and what it means to us as Freemasons and for the fraternity as a whole. Special Guests include Eric Maxa & Chris Nygren. Masonic Comedy & Education, Freemasons hav…

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Ep. 39 Best Day in Masonry 53:07

3y ago53:07

53:07

In this episode we talk about our best day(s) in Freemasonry. We do our best to stay on topic but as usual we get off track a bit. Good times as always! Masonic Comedy & Education, Freemasons having fun and showing the ins and outs of the masonic fraternity. Freemasonry is just regular everyday guys like yourself who do things to help better their …

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