Masonic Lite Podcast

Nov 18 2024 186 ep. 63 mins 921

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Masonic Lite Podcast is an unstuffy, conversational, and humorous approach (well we think so) to understanding our craft. Join hosts Pete Ruggieri, Larry Merris, Jack Harley, Tim Dedman, and rotating guests to discuss the "Lite" side of Masonry.

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Episode 186 -Job's Daughters

Nov 18 2024 61 mins

Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Sam and Delaney to talk about their organization, Job's Daughters. After a great chat with the girls, Sam introduces her parents, WM. Zach Boyer and his wife Stephanie, to share about their work with Job's Daughters and the Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation. Larry is absent, so there are no Deep Thoughts to be had, however, Jake fills fo

Episode 185 - Bro. Austin Shiffrin - Black Ink, Farther Stars

Oct 28 2024 67 mins

Hello! On this episode we welcome back Bro. Austin Shiffrin to discuss his new book, "Black Ink, Farther Stars". After a great chat, we hear from Dutchy Doug, play Copious dues, and close with Larry and the Assorted Collection providing order to our clutter. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:16:05] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:17:15] Segment 1 [00:41:0

Episode 184 - Bro. Ronald B. Carson, DDGM.

Oct 14 2024 81 mins

Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Bro. Ronald B. Carson. He is DDGM for Pennsylvania's First Masonic District, Past Principle for the School of Instruction, and a Past Master among other things. We have a great chat, play Copious Dues, hear the Masonic News, and close with Larry getting home on time! [00:00:00] Introductions [00:16:20] First break, brought to you by George

Episode 183 - Masonry Outside of the Lodge Room

Sep 30 2024 67 mins

Hello! On this episode we chat about practicing Freemasonry and representing the craft outside of the lodge room. New host Jake is on assignment elsewhere and was unable to join us, however, we hear Larry get deep with a new segment, and Dutchy Doug returns with a report from Broken Plow Lodge #377. In closing, Larry performs his usual duties while balancing on a tightrope over a g

Episode 182 - Bro. Mike McKee P.M.

Sep 16 2024 90 mins

Hello! On this episode, we welcome Bro. Mike McKee. He is the Executive Director of the Masonic Library and Museum of PA and joins us for a fantastic chat about his work at the Grand Lodge in Philadelphia and his life as a Mason. We also hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and close with Bro. Mike joining Larry to present their newest collaboration, "Chickens in the Outback."

Episode 181 - Jeff Moyer 33°

Sep 02 2024 56 mins

Hello! On this episode, Past Master Moyer returns! Bro. Jeff is a 33° in the Scottish Rite, Past lots-of-stuff-in-lots-of-bodies, and is currently serving as Asst. Grand Marshall for the Grand Lodge of PA, as well as, Commander in Chief for "The" Valley of Reading, Scottish Rite. We chat, play Copious Dues, and close with Larry and the Ready Steady. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:0

Episode 180 - DeMolay Keyman Conference

Aug 12 2024 56 mins

Hello! On this episode, we appear live at the 2024 DeMolay Keyman Conference held at Masonic Village's Patton Campus in Elizabethtown, PA. We are joined by several guests who share their passion for Demolay and we are blown away by their energy, confidence, and love for their brethren. No news or Copious Dues this week, but we do wrap in the standard form with Larry and the Birds,

Episode 179 - RWPGM Robert Bateman Interview & Jay Laser

Jul 29 2024 71 mins

Hello! On this episode we return for a mid-summer episodes with our good friend Jay Laser and returning guest associate Jake Young. We listen to a great interview with RWPGM Robert Bateman and have a great chat about all things Masonic. To wrap things up, we hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and close with Larry and the Formulaic Wingers [00:00:00] Introductions [00:12:35]

Episode 178 - Bro. Ralph C. Shelton II

Jun 17 2024 81 mins

Hello! On this episode, we are joined digitally by Bro. Ralph C. Shelton II. He is a California Mason who we first met at Pennsylvania's Academy of Masonic Knowledge, where he presented on Magic – and Affinity – in Masonry. We discuss his work founding a Magicians Affinity Lodge under the Grand Lodge of California, its affects on participation and engagement, as well as many ot

Episode 177 - Eric T. Downs, DDGM

May 27 2024 87 mins

Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Bro. Eric T. Downs, DDGM of Pennsylvania's Fifth Masonic District. We have a great chat about his fellowship and travel events, encouraging participation, pool-side etiquette, and much more. To wrap, we hear from our pal Dutchy Doug, play Copious Dues, and attempt to perform one of Larry's famous "skits" in his absence. [00:00:00] Introduct