The Masonic Roundtable - 0530 - Vile and Impious Wretches
The Masonic Roundtable - Freemasonry Today for Today's Freemasons
Release Date: 10/03/2025
The Masonic Roundtable - 0543 - Education V. Service
The Masonic Roundtable - Freemasonry Today for Today's Freemasons
This week, the hosts of The Masonic Roundtable discuss the "unspoken war" of Freemasonry: education vs. service!
info_outline
The Masonic Roundtable - 0541 - The Rise and Fall of Social Media
The Masonic Roundtable - Freemasonry Today for Today's Freemasons
In this episode of The Masonic Roundtable, we explore the shifting landscape of online engagement and the evolving nature of communication within the Craft. We delve into how various platforms have shaped the way we connect, from periods of growth and education to the challenges of modern digital interaction. The discussion touches on the natural cycles of visibility and the importance of maintaining substance and value over time. Join us as we reflect on the persistence of meaningful discourse and the factors that contribute to a lasting and impactful presence in the digital age.
info_outline
The Masonic Roundtable - 0540 - New Year's Resolutions Pt. 11
The Masonic Roundtable - Freemasonry Today for Today's Freemasons
As we ring in 2026, the brothers of The Masonic Roundtable gather to reflect on the symbolic "rough ashlar" and how we plan to shape it in the coming year. In this episode, we dive into our personal and fraternal New Year’s Resolutions, discussing how the tenets of Masonry can guide our self-improvement and help us build more vibrant, engaged lodges. From deepening our ritual work to fostering stronger community ties, we share our vision for growth, leadership, and brotherly love in the year ahead. Join us as we set our sights on making 2026 a landmark year for the Craft.
info_outline
The Masonic Roundtable - 0538 - What to Expect When Your Expecting Part 3
The Masonic Roundtable - Freemasonry Today for Today's Freemasons
This week, we sit down with Darin A. Lahners to explore the beginnings of his well-known series, What to Expect When You’re Expecting: Worshipful Master’s Edition. Drawing from his original reflections on preparing for the East, Darin discusses the nerves, doubts, hopes, and early lessons that shaped his first journey as Master. We trace the foundation he laid in that first piece (learning to relax, communicate, believe in oneself, plan with purpose, and invoke the blessing of Deity) and look at how those themes continue to resonate across his later writings. This conversation offers a...
info_outline
The Masonic Roundtable - 0538 - What to Expect When Your Expecting Part 2
The Masonic Roundtable - Freemasonry Today for Today's Freemasons
This week, we sit down with Darin A. Lahners to explore the beginnings of his well-known series, What to Expect When You’re Expecting: Worshipful Master’s Edition. Drawing from his original reflections on preparing for the East, Darin discusses the nerves, doubts, hopes, and early lessons that shaped his first journey as Master. We trace the foundation he laid in that first piece (learning to relax, communicate, believe in oneself, plan with purpose, and invoke the blessing of Deity) and look at how those themes continue to resonate across his later writings. This conversation offers a...
info_outline
The Masonic Roundtable - What to Expect When You're Expecting - 0537
The Masonic Roundtable - Freemasonry Today for Today's Freemasons
This week, we sit down with Darin A. Lahners to explore the beginnings of his well known series, What to Expect When You’re Expecting: Worshipful Master’s Edition. Drawing from his original reflections on preparing for the East, Darin discusses the nerves, doubts, hopes, and early lessons that shaped his first journey as Master. We trace the foundation he laid in that first piece (learning to relax, communicate, believe in oneself, plan with purpose, and invoke the blessing of Deity) and look at how those themes continue to resonate across his later writings. This conversation offers a...
info_outline
The Masonic Roundtable - 0536 - Thanksgiving's Masonic Secret
The Masonic Roundtable - Freemasonry Today for Today's Freemasons
Thanksgiving carries warm traditions, shared meals, and a sense of gratitude, but this week we explore a lesser-known angle. Is there a hidden thread connecting the holiday to Masonic values or early American Freemasons who shaped the culture around it. We look at the symbolism of gratitude, the role of reflection in our craft, and the surprising ways that, without the Freemasons, Thanksgiving wouldn't exist!
info_outline
The Masonic Roundtable - 0535 - The Square and Compasses
The Masonic Roundtable - Freemasonry Today for Today's Freemasons
Few symbols are as instantly recognizable—or as deeply meaningful—as the Square and Compasses. This week, the hosts explore the layers of symbolism behind Freemasonry’s most iconic emblem. What do these tools really teach us about morality, balance, and self-mastery? How have their meanings evolved across history, ritual, and personal reflection? Join us as we unpack the geometry of virtue, the harmony of opposites, and the timeless call to “square our actions and circumscribe our desires.” Whether you’re a newly initiated Brother or a seasoned student of symbolism, this episode...
info_outline
The Masonic Roundtable - 0534 - Monsters and Masonry Pt. 2
The Masonic Roundtable - Freemasonry Today for Today's Freemasons
In Part II of our deep dive into the Masonic roots of classic horror, we turn our attention to Frankenstein and Zombies—two icons that raise profound questions about creation, consciousness, and the corruption of knowledge. Was Dr. Frankenstein’s pursuit of the “spark of life” a reflection of Masonic enlightenment gone awry? Do the walking dead symbolize the spiritually uninitiated—those who have yet to awaken to light? Join us as we dissect the alchemical, moral, and esoteric layers of these tales, tracing how the themes of reanimation, resurrection, and responsibility echo through...
info_outline
The Masonic Roundtable - 0533 - Monsters and Masonry Pt. 1
The Masonic Roundtable - Freemasonry Today for Today's Freemasons
What if Dracula were based on a Freemason? No big deal, right? But what if Dr. Frankenstein was, too? And the Mummy films? And zombies—a strange blend of Freemasonry and other esoteric traditions? This week, we dive deep into the shadows of literature and film to uncover the hidden Masonic influences behind some of the world’s most iconic horror figures. From vampiric immortality to Frankenstein’s quest for forbidden knowledge, from the Mummy’s resurrection to the zombie’s moral symbolism, we’ll explore how Masonic ideals of transformation, enlightenment, and the mysteries of life...
info_outline
What if you could step into the dust, blood, and intrigue of the ancient world during the building of King Solomon’s Temple? Michael A. Czech’s Vile and Impious Wretches takes readers deep into the forgotten lives of those who toiled, schemed, and dreamed beneath the shadow of one of history’s greatest monuments. From slave caravans and family betrayals to unexpected alliances and the harsh politics of the ancient Middle East, this novel re-imagines the human stories behind biblical legend—stories of ambition, suffering, and the eternal search for meaning.