Masonic Authors' Guild International

Mar 10 2025 66 ep. 14 mins 1

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Welcome to the Masonic Authors’ Guild International (MAGI), where each week two historians review and critique books and other productions focused on Freemasonry, as well as discuss broader issues in historical research. Our mission is to promote the highest professional and academic standards in Masonic research, education, and publications. These podcasts begin the Guild’s mission by reviewing those that do, or do not, uphold high academic standards, and explain why they do, or do not.

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English Masonic Exposures 1760-1769 Review

Mar 10 2025 1 mins

Join hosts Mark Tabbert and Robert Cooper in this captivating episode of MAGI: Book Reviews as they delve into the intriguing world of Masonic rituals and exposures, particularly focusing on Brigadier General Alexander Crosby Fishburne Jackson's work, English Masonic Exposures 1760-1769. Published by Lewis Masonic Press, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the 18th-century

MAGI Circle - The Extreme Ranges of Masonic History

Mar 07 2025 2 mins

Subscribe to listen to the entire episode at patreon.com/MAGIAcademics.Join hosts Chris Ruli, Robert Cooper, and Mark Tabbert as they dive deep into the fascinating spectrum of Masonic history in this engaging episode of MAGI Circle. With lively discussions and thought-provoking insights, they explore the two extremes of Masonic historical belief: from those who see Freemasonry as

Cooper on the Case - Unraveling the Mystery of Dom Augustine Calmet

Mar 06 2025 9 mins

In this episode of "Cooper on the Case," host Robert Cooper embarks on a captivating journey to investigate the perplexing connections between renowned French theologian Dom Antoine Augustine Calmet and the Scottish Knights Templar. Cooper meticulously examines the accuracy and validity of statements found in the book "The Temple and the Lodge" by Bajan and Lee,

Freemasonry and Community in the early the Case for Anti Masonic Anxieties

Mar 05 2025 2 mins

Subscribe & listen to the entire episode at patreon.com/MAGIAcademics.Welcome to another captivating episode of "Magi - Long Papers"! In this intriguing edition, join host Mark Tabbert as he delves into the historical tensions between Freemasonry and anti-Masonic movements in early 19th-century America, inspired by Kathleen Smith Kotalowski's enlightening work fro

Keith Mackinnon - Part 1

Mar 03 2025 29 mins

Join us for an insightful journey into the world of Masonic history and social media innovation with our latest episode of MAGI: MLMA & IU. This week, we kick off the first part of a captivating interview with Keith McKinnon, the dynamic host behind the Masonic Curators podcast on YouTube. Hosted by Glenn Visscher, the discussion delves into how Keith's passion for Masonic arti

Revolutionary Brotherhood

Mar 03 2025 2 mins

Subscribe & listen to the entire episode at patreon.com/MAGIAcademics.In this captivating episode of MAGI: Book Reviews, join host Mark Tabbert as he delves into Steven C. Bullock's "Revolutionary Freemasonry and the Transformation of the American Social Order, 1730-1840." Discover how Bullock's groundbreaking work explores the profound influence of Freemasonr

MAGI Circle - What is Masonic History

Subscribe & listen to the entire episode at patreon.com/MAGIAcademics.Dive into the intriguing world of Masonic history with the inaugural episode of MAGI Circle! Hosted by Masonic experts Robert Cooper, Mark Tabbert, and Chris Ruli, this engaging discussion explores the essence of Masonic research and the history of Freemasonry.Join the conversation as Mark Tabbert shares his

Cooper on the Case - The Mystery of the French Theologian

Feb 27 2025 11 mins

In the inaugural episode of "Cooper on the Case," join host Robert Cooper as he embarks on a captivating historical investigation, delving into "The Mystery of the French Theologian." This episode kicks off a fascinating series where Robert Cooper investigates the authenticity of historical claims related to Freemasonry and its intricate connections with the Kni

The Knights Templar in Scotland the Creation of a Myth - Part 1

Feb 26 2025 30 mins

Join host Robert Cooper as he delves into the mysterious connection between the medieval Knights Templar and the origins of Freemasonry, focusing specifically on Scotland's role in this intriguing tale. In this enlightening episode, listeners are introduced to Robert L.D. Cooper's compelling paper, "The Knights Templar in Scotland, the Creation of a Myth," origina

Tim Winkle - Curator, Division of Home and Community Life at the Smithsonian Institution National Museum of American History

Feb 25 2025 34 mins

In this intriguing episode of MAGI: MLMA & IU, join host Glenn Visscher as he engages with Tim Winkle, the curator from the Division of Home and Community Life at the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American History. Dive into the vast world of museums and libraries, especially those deeply rooted in Masonic and fraternal experiences.Tim Winkle provides listene