Episodes

Hello! On this episode, we welcome PRWGM Thomas Gamon, IV! Bro. Tom joins us to discuss his life, Masonic journey, and time as the Right Worshipful Grand Master of The Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of the Most Ancient and Honorable Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania and Masonic Jurisdictions Thereunto Belonging. After a great conversation, we wrap in the standard form with Larry at his best.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:13:30] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove a...

Hello! On this episode, we welcome Bro. Tommy Long, P.M., a member of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. We talk about his Masonic journey and life as a Prince Hall Mason. After a great conversation, we wrap in the standard form as Larry excels with incomprehensible brilliance.*apologies for the poor audio quality.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:09:55] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son[00:11:05] Segment 1[00:30:45] Second break, brought to you ...

Hello! On this episode, we welcome Bros. Bob Cook and Moe O’Donovan. They came by to talk about a club they are involved with at Zembo Shrine, the Zembo Water Spirit Shiners Unit. After, Dutchie Doug provides an update from Broken Plow Lodge and we wrap in the standard form with Larry maintaining mediocrity.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:13:50] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son[00:14:55] Segment 1[00:31:20] Second break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars[00:32:...

Hello! On this episode we welcome fellow Pennsylvania Mason and author, Bro. Austin Shifrin. We chat about his journey to become a Mason and his first book hitting the shelves soon, called ‘More Light’. Following our chat, we hear the Masonic News and wrap in the usual way.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:12:55] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son[00:15:15] Segment 1[00:41:40] Second break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars[00:42:40] Segment 2[01:03:30] The Mason...

Hello! On this episode, we return to the studio only to find that no guest had arrived… or was ever booked… or something. We decided to try and have a positive show for once, which we did, after a few gripes. Dutchie Doug provides an update from Broken Plow Lodge and we wrap in the standard form with Larry keeping it clean.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:10:10] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son[00:11:25] Segment 1[00:28:40] Second break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon...

Hello! Episode 133 features return Guest, Brother Jaime Paul Lamb. He is an author, a musician, an astrologer, and so much more. Be sure to check out his website (http://www.jaimepaullamb.com). Following our fantastic chat, we hear the Masonic News, and wrap with Larry in truncated form.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:14:05] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son[00:15:15] Segment 1[00:32:50] Second break, brought to you by the Historic Smithton Inn[00:35:10] Segment 2[00...

Hello! On this episode, we welcome back Masonic Lite Podcast OG Contributor, Bro. Seth Anthony. After playing catch-up, our discussion begins with the topic of resurrecting and pulling the plug on fraternal bodies. Following a false start by the All Chicken/No Turkey Supper Club Band, we hear from Dutchie Doug and wrap in the standard form.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:09:05] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son[00:10:20] Segment 1[00:34:00] Second break, brought to you b...

Hello! On our first episode of 2022, we have no guest, but fear ye not! The hosts pulled through and provided a great episode to kick off our almost 7th year. After our usual shenanigans, we hear the Masonic News and wrap with Larry in the standard way.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:16:30] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son[00:17:45] Segment 1[00:38:00] Second break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars[00:39:15] Segment 2[00:52:20] The Masonic News[00:53:20] The Wra...

Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Jacob BEEEEEEP to celebrate Festivus and wrap up our recording year. After the celebration, we hear from Dutchy Doug and Brother Walter gives us the Masonic News. The episode was closed in harmony under the standard form.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:10:40] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son[00:11:50] Festivus Part I[00:28:05] Second break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars[00:29:20] Festivus Part II[00:42:05] Dutchy D...

Hello! On this episode we welcome a very special guest, Brother Robert Cooper. He is the Curator of the Grand Lodge of Scotland Museum and Library, a historian, and a published author. We chat about his journey in the Craft, his works, as well as that time Larry crashed his installation. In closing, we hear The Masonic Sports and then wrap in the usual way.To learn more about Brother Robert Cooper, visit his website: https://www.robertldcooper.org[00:00:00] Introductions[00:08:15] First bre...

Hello! On this episode we welcome back to the show, MLP friend and contributor, Past Master Moyer! Bro. Jeff has recently accepted the position of Deputy Grand Marshal for the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania and is also 1st Lieutenant Commander in the Consistory at “The” Valley of Reading. After our chat, we hear Dutchie Doug, The Masonic News, and wrap in the usual way.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:13:15] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son[00:14:25] Larry introduces our gues...

Hello! On this episode, we welcome a special guest, Bro. Willie Wrede. He is a member of Manheim Lodge #587, and most importantly, Mead Maker and Brewer for his two businesses, Medulseld Meadery and Artifice Ales & Mead. We have a fantastic discussion filled with alcohol, bees, and axes. After the news, we wrap in the usual way, with Larry and the Loop-Troop in top form.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:13:40] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son[00:14:50] Jack introduces our g...

Hello! On this episode, we welcome Professor John Dickie, author of “The Craft: How the Freemasons made the Modern World” and Professor of Italian Studies at University College London. Aside from being the author of several books and academic papers, John has also assisted in the creation of multiple television documentary projects. After a great conversation, we hear from Dutchie Doug and close with Larry and his Barnyard Bunch.Be sure to check out John’s website: https://johndickie.net/[00:0...

Hello! On this episode, we welcome common and frequent guest, Chief Bill Harvey, retired. Since his last appearance, the Chief has left Pennsylvania for his native Appomattox, Virginia and begun his journey as a Virginia Mason. After catching up with our guest, we hear the Masonic News, and in closing, Larry and the Monkey Chicken Circus.**Unfortunately, Jack's mic was muted during recording, so his audio sounds like he is in another room. Usually the producer or audio engineer would be accept...

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...

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....

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. Unfortuna...

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 Dow...

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 yo...

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 ev...

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,...

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 NLaine@civlodge190.ca t...

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:...

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 Hir...