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Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS7 E7 with Adam Kendall Editor of HeredomDiscover the Secrets of Freemasonry: A Special Podcast Episode with Adam Kendall Join Us for an Exclusive Conversation Brethren, join us for an enlightening experience as cohosts Gabriel Jagush and Billy Hamilton welcome a distinguished guest, W. Bro. Adam Kendall, on their latest podcast episode. As the editor of Heredom for the Scottish Rite Research Society, Junior Warden of Quatuor Coronati Lodge in London, and President of the Philalethes Society, Adam brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. This episode is a must-listen for any Freemason eager to deepen their understanding of...2024-07-151h 24
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS7 E6 Road Trip with Chris Ruli Pt 2Join us for an enlightening conversation as co-host Billy Hamilton and guest Chris Ruli, the esteemed author of "The White House and the Freemasons," delve into the intricate world of Freemasonry. Together, they will explore the nuances and variations in Masonic rituals across different jurisdictions, shedding light on the challenges that arise when traveling between them. Discover the fascinating story of Sam Houston's Knights Templar initiation and his connections with notable figures such as Benjamin B. French and Albert Pike. Our hosts will also share some unexpected and intriguing discoveries from their Masonic research, offering fresh insights...2024-06-301h 17
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS7 E5: Road Trip with Chris Ruli Part 1Join co-host Billy Hamilton on a road trip with Bro. Chris Ruli, author of "The White House & the Freemasons" and 2024 Anson Jones Lecturer for Texas Lodge of Research. Sit in the car with us as we drive down I-35 and discuss research and forgotten stories. This is part one of a two-part series.2024-06-2455 minFort Worth Masonic PodcastS7 E4 Short Presentation-Leadership in a Volunteer OrganizationThis episode is a presentation for incoming Worshipful Masters and other presiding officers. It covers the unique challenges we face in leading a volunteer organization. This presentation was originally written at the request of MEGHP Jim Manley for the Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons of Texas. However, due to scheduling conflicts, it could not be presented at the 2024 York Rite Conferences as planned. We hope you enjoy, and may your year in the East be full of success!2024-06-1520 minFort Worth Masonic PodcastS7 E3: A Spouse's Perspective of FreemasonryJoin host Billy Hamilton and his wife, Bette Hamilton, as they discuss important topics for couples, such as managing dues and time commitments associated with the Craft, and explore ways to involve your partner in your Masonic journey.2024-06-0954 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS7 E2 Rhit and Chris Galloway talk OLTs & Other TopicsJoin Rhit and Chris Galloway as they discuss changes to the Officer Leadership Training, Briscoe workshop, Vanguard, and the new Ashlar Program. 2024-02-2153 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastGrand Lodge Recap 2024Join us as we talk about our experience and recent law changes from the 2024 Grand Lodge session. 2024-02-161h 15Fort Worth Masonic PodcastLodge Security w/ Joe JonesJoin brothers Billy Hamilton and Gabriel Jagush as they interview Brother Joe Jones about practicing lodge security! We thank you for your patience and for waiting this long in-between episodes!2023-11-2154 minFort Worth Masonic PodcastS6E5: Texas MasoniCon 2023 RecapJoin Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they recap Texas MasoniCon 2023 and get you prepped for Texas MasoniCon 2024!2023-09-1831 minFort Worth Masonic PodcastTexas MasoniCon Minisode 03 - Personal Updates from the Staff2023-07-2830 minFort Worth Masonic PodcastTexas MasoniCon Minisode 02 - Our Festive BoardJoin Brothers Rhit, Billy, and Gabe for a sneak peak of the Texas MasoniCon 2023 Festive Board! This festive board is going to feature a previously-unpublished candle-lighting ceremony written by Past Grand Master Jewel P. Lightfoot.2023-07-2626 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastTexas MasoniCon Minisode 01 - A PreviewJoin Brothers Rhit, Billy, and Gabe for a sneak peak of Texas MasoniCon 2023!2023-07-2542 minFort Worth Masonic PodcastS6 E1: Anti-Masonry (A Mental Health Perpective) w/ Doctor David HillDonate to the family of our late Brother Robert Wise here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/robert-wise-funeral Please join Brothers Rhit, Billy, and Gabe, as they visit with Doctor David Hill, and explore Anti-Masonry and mental health. Brother David practices psychology in Austin, Texas, and is a Past Master of Parsons Lodge No. 222, AF&AM. #IAmRobertWise2023-07-181h 27Fort Worth Masonic PodcastManhood & Freemasonry with Bob DavisPlease join Brothers Billy and Gabe as they get to know Most Worshipful Robert G. "Bob" Davis, Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Oklahoma, and explore the meaning of manhood within the context of Freemasonry.2023-05-061h 28
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS5 E20 Host Billy Hamilton interviews Brother Chuck DunningJoin host Billy Hamilton in his interview with Brother Chuck Dunning concerning mental health2023-01-181h 39Fort Worth Masonic Podcast2023 Grand Lodge Resolutions & RecommendationsJoin Brothers Evve, Brandy, Gabe, and Right Worshipful Brother Cody as they go over this years Grand Lodge resolutions and recommendations! We hope this episode is useful and enlightening. 00:01:06 Opening Remarks 00:03:40 2022 Holdover Resolution No. 11 00:15:43 Resolution No. 1 00:28:05 Resolution No. 2 00:28:27 Resolution No. 3 00:28:49 Resolution No. 4 00:32:25 Resolution No. 5 00:34:32 Resolution No. 6 00:41:24 Resolution No. 7 00:41:38 Resolution No. 8 00:49:08 Resolution No. 9 00:55:25 Resolution No. 10 01:02:37 Resolution No. 11 01:03:19 Resolution No. 12 01:04:18 Resolution No. 13 01:13:26 Resolution No. 14 01:13:46 Resolution No. 15 01:15:10 Resolution No. 16 01:17:50 Resolution No. 17 01:22:53 Resolution No. 18 01:33:17 Resolution No. 19 01:52:24 Grand Master's Recommendations 01:53:14 Grand Master's Recommendation No. 1 01:56:30 Grand Master's Recommendation No. 2 01:58:18 Grand Master's Recommendation No. 3 02:01:14 Grand Master's Recommendation No. 4 02:02:50 Grand Master's Recommendation No. 5 02:03:39 Grand Master's Recommendation...2023-01-092h 06
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS5 E18 Texas MasoniCon Recap with Gabe, Billy and Rhit.It was good to have the trio back together to cuss and discuss TXMC III 2022. 2022-09-2549 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastJoin Gabe and Billy interviewing Ben WilliamsThis podcast has the feel of old friends chatting on the back porch in the cool Colorado weather while serenaded by the crickets. Ben and the boys cover some ground on this podcast. From Templarism to guarding the west gate to the woes and needs of publishing magazines and money other topics. Brothers Williams is a fascinating man and a hardworking Mason we hope you enjoy the conversation. 2022-08-261h 28
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS5 E16 Rhit Moore & Everett Hinote talk GamingHost Rhit Moore talks Dungeons & Dragons with Everett Hinote. He and quite a few other Masons have started running campaigns together and having a blast doing it. These types of games are tremendously popular today and Everett and his group are on to something which has the potential for loads of good fellowship. 2022-08-1933 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS5 E 15 Billy Hamilton w/ Brother Greg KaminskyJoin host Billy Hamilton on his first solo interview. He sits down with Brother Greg Kaminsky and they dig into various esoteric topics and Brother Kaminsky's books. 2022-08-121h 03
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS5 E14 Amity app w Jeremy Barnes & Micheal RadiganJoin host Rhit Moore and the creators of the Amity app, Jeremy Barnes and Micheal Radigan. "Amity is a groundbreaking mobile app that brings today's technology to the world's oldest fraternity." If you are not familiar with the Amity app I would definitely recommend giving this episode a listen. If you are familiar I bet you are surprised with all the new abilities in place and the ones they have planned.2022-08-0554 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS5 E13 "Don" Bazan of the Party Cartel & Rhit talk Washington ParadeJoin host Rhit Moore and guest Ruben Bazan as they talk about the George Washington celebration in Laredo. The Brothers of Laredo did an outstanding job planning and executing a wonderful 4 four-day celebration.2022-07-2436 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastLabor to Refreshment #2Join Brothers Jeremy Gwin aka Big Easy and Brandy Patton aka Brew'star as they nerd out on beer and beer brewing, while talking about various topics. This episode is just an easy-going conversation that will remind you to have some fun in the Fraternity as well. 2022-07-1857 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS5 E12 Fort Worth Esoteric Podcast w/ Angel Millar"Why do you think it (Freemasonry) is kind of a substitute for television, where you can go and just consume stuff." ~Angel Millar 51:03 Join host Billy Hamilton and Gabe Jagush as they dig deep with Brother Angel Millar. This is an episode you do not want to miss. From archetypes to practical Masonry this episode is a banger. Brother Millar has authored many books including The Path of the Warrior Mystic, The Three Stages of Initiatic Spirituality, and many others. The link is below for his books. Link to Brother Millar's books on Amazon2022-06-211h 05
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastMaiden Voyage of the Military PodcastJoin host Evve Kuykendall and Sean de Baun as they introduce the newest podcast format from Fort Worth 148 Productions. The Fort Worth Military Podcast. The goal is to explore the vast and deep connection our Craft has with the military. In this episode, the host dive into their backgrounds and give you a bigger picture of who they are as men, Masons, and Veterans. 2022-05-1639 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS5 E10: FWMEP w/ guest Chris EarnshawJoin host Gabe Jagush and Billy Hamilton on the maiden voyage of the Fort Worth Masonic Esoteric Podcast. In this episode, they chat with Chris Earnshaw about the influences of Eastern mysticism in Freemasonry.2022-05-061h 15
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastOyez Art 276aJoin Brother Rhit Moore as he goes over the recent changes to Article 276a. There is now an additional step the 3 principal officers have to complete before being installed. 2022-04-3009 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastLabor to Refreshment2022-04-2144 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastWashington's Gavel & TrowelJoin Brother Rhit Moore, as he chats with Brothers Travis Galey, of Potomac Lodge 5 in Washington D.C., and David Bella, of Alexander-Washington Lodge 22 in Virginia, about George Washington's gavel and trowel. Which their Lodges' own and were used in leveling the cornerstone of the Capitol building way back when. 2022-04-1347 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastBreaking Up the BandJoin Gabe, Billy, and Rhit on this episode where Rhit Talks of his adventures as Grand Orator and we drop some big news about the podcast and Texas MasoniCon III on August 20th, 2022. 2022-04-011h 07Fort Worth Masonic PodcastThe Western Magical Tradition w/ Bro. Poke RunyonJoin Brothers Gabriel Jagush and Billy Hamilton as they get to know Brother Carroll "Poke" Runyon, founder of Ordro Templi Astartes, and learn about the broader Western magical tradition. This episode is pretty out there - come along for the ride!2022-02-281h 52Fort Worth Masonic PodcastProposed Resolutions for GLTX 2022Join Brothers Gabriel Jagush, Jeremy Gwin, Brandy Patton, Evve Kuykendall, Sean de Baun, and special guest Don Paul Payton as they discuss the proposed resolutions for the 2022 Communication of the Grand Lodge of Texas! We're testing a new recording setup - we hope y'all like it!2022-01-062h 37Fort Worth Masonic PodcastDecember Quarryman's RoundtableJoin the gents of Fort Worth Lodge as they try and troubleshoot different situations and answer some masonic questions!2021-12-061h 05Fort Worth Masonic PodcastAssessing Your Lodge's Use of Social MediaDoes your lodge make the most of social media? Please join Brothers Billy Hamilton, Evve Kuykendall, Jeremy Gwinn, Brandy Patton, Nathan Garwood, and Gabriel Jagush as they discuss how to assess whether or not your lodge is using social media effectively.2021-10-241h 12Fort Worth Masonic PodcastSeptember Quarrymen's RoundtableWe're back! Please join Brothers Billy Hamilton, Evve Kuykendall, Jeremy Gwinn, Brandy Patton, and Gabriel Jagush as they fellowship around the table and handle a bunch of discussion questions.2021-09-271h 37Fort Worth Masonic PodcastFraternal Spotlight with Charles MaddoxJoin Gabriel Jagush and Billy Hamilton as they talk with Charles Maddox, Worshipful Master of the Texas Lodge of Research, about his year as WM, his career, and family.2021-04-291h 25Fort Worth Masonic PodcastFort Worth #148 Masonic PodcastAudio version! Join Brothers Gabriel Jagush and Billy Hamilton as we talk with RW Brother Justin Duty, Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Texas. We discuss his family history in Freemasonry, new features coming to Grandview for members and lodges, and changes at the Grand Secretary's office.2021-03-1949 minFort Worth Masonic PodcastGrand Lodge 2020 w/ Craig Enderli & Don Paul PaytonAudio version! Join us as we discuss the proposed resolutions and Grand Master's recommendations for the 2021 Grand Lodge Annual Communication, as well as the hybrid in-person/virtual session and how voting will work for this year. We are joined by Craig Enderli, chair of the Internet Committee for the Grand Lodge of Texas, as well as Don Paul Payton, District Instructor and one of the Directors for the Masonic Grand Lodge Library and Museum of Texas2020-11-282h 42Fort Worth Masonic PodcastLon Milo DuQuetteJoin us as we talk with Brother Lon Milo DuQuette. Brother DuQuette is a Master Mason from Long Beach, California, and member of the Scottish Rite. He has written 20 books on a variety of esoteric topics, and is the Deputy Grand Master of the Ordo Templi Orientis. We'll learn about what brought him to Freemasonry, how he became interested in esotericism, and dive deep into the Qabalah. Check us out: http://www.fortworth148.org/ https://www.facebook.com/fortworthlodge148/ fortworthlodge148@gmail.com https://www.texasmasonicon.com/ info@texasmasonicon.com @TexasMasoniCon on...2020-10-051h 39Fort Worth Masonic PodcastChic & Tabatha Cicero, and the Hermetic Order of the Golden DawnWe're back! After a bit of a hiatus, we are very pleased to release our exclusive interview with Chic and Tabatha Circero, Chief Adepts of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn. Please join Brothers Billy Hamilton, Gabriel Jagush, and Evve Kuykendall as they get to know Chic & Tabatha, and please enjoy the crash course in "Golden Dawn 101." Check us out: http://www.fortworth148.org/ https://www.facebook.com/fortworthlodge148/ fortworthlodge148@gmail.com https://www.texasmasonicon.com/ info@texasmasonicon.com @TexasMasoniCon on FB & IG #DareToBeSquare Contact the 64th...2020-08-202h 07
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS4 E9 Fraternal Spotlight with Jim RumseyAnother great episode with R:. W:. Jim Rumsey. We get deep into our discussion question about if a unified ritual is important. Brother Jim goes over his approach to conducting forum and exams. He also gives us the rundown on the temporary procedure for receiving DDGM during the Covid-19 pandemic. We finish off discussing some of the trivia questions he has been posting on FB. All in all we had a great discussion. We hope you enjoy. 2020-05-211h 43
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastOyez E9 Art 440, 441 & 445On this episode I go over definitions and what it means to have personal or territorial jurisdiction. 2020-05-1408 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS4 E8 How to Cornerstone w/ Mike SpearsJoin us this episode as we talk with the Grand Lodge Cornerstone Coordinator, Brother Mike Spears. He breaks down how to bring this ancient ceremony to your community. While there is some work involved it a little easier than you would think with a little communication.2020-05-071h 33
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastOyez E8 Art 318 & 318bArt 318 $25 Donation to Texas Masonic Charities Foundation Art 318b $5 Donation to George Washington Memorial 2020-04-2308 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS4 E7 Jon Ruark Fraternal SpotlightJoin us on this episode as we interview one of the original Podfathers of Masonic Podcasting. Brother Jon Ruark is a co-founder and host of The Masonic Roundtable podcast that has been spitting hot fire for over 6 years. We had a great discussion about online security, VA Masonry and his podcast. We hope you enjoy. 2020-04-161h 23
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastOyez E7 Art 228 & 315Art 228 Meeting Frequency Art 315 Life Membership2020-04-0906 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS4 E6 Quarantine DiscussionJoin us as we talk about how the virus has effected us personally, at Lodge, work and how we are dealing with it. 2020-04-021h 29
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastOyes E6 WM Gone Missing Art 277 285 286Art 277 1:35 Art 285 4:20 Art 286 4:582020-03-2607 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS4 E5 Shaun Bradshaw Grand Master of North CarolinaJoin us Brothers as we talk Masonry and a little bit of BB-q with the Grand Master of North Carolina, Honorable Brother Shaun Bradshaw. 2020-03-191h 38
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastOyez E5 Qualifications of WM Art 276 276aArt 276 1:35 Art 276a 3:082020-03-1207 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS4 E4 Craig Enderli GL Internet Com ChairmanOn this episode we visit with the Grand Lodge Internet Committee Chairman Brother Craig Enderli. We discuss the ins and outs of the new Grandview system and how to best utilize it for the Master Mason and Secretary. We also go over the Internet Committee duties and responsibilities. Discussion Question 2:30 Personal Questions 9:20 Episode Content 19:152020-03-051h 13
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastOyez Podcast E3 ViolationsJoin me as I go over Art. 507 and a few of the violations in Art. 5082020-02-2707 minFort Worth Masonic PodcastPlanning Your Installation as Worshipful MasterIf you're worry about how to plan your installation, and it's next year, you're in luck. If it's this June or July, boy howdy, do we have some news for you. Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, Gabriel Jagush, and Evve Kuykendall revisit one of our annual episodes - the installation of officers. Every year, we discuss certain subjects to share what we've learned since the last year's episode, and we hope that we can help you out with your planning! 0:00:34 - Host Introductions 0:03:59 - Discussion Topic: Why do you feel the decision was made, back in...2020-02-201h 29
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastOyez Podcast E3 Endowed Membership ProgramOn this episode I am reading from the lawbook on 3 of the regulations pertaining to the Membership Endowment Fund. It is a bit longer than I want these to be but this is something that affects us all as Texas Masons. So I felt it necessary to cover. This is a subject that I highly recommend you read over for yourself on the law book. Art.163b-01:07, Art. 163e-02:39 and Art 318a-05:182020-02-1320 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS4 E2 Grand Lodge RecapJoin us as we discuss the grand ole time we 148'ers had at the 2020 Grand Lodge Session. Discussion Question: 2:38 Resolutions: 17:51 Grand Master Rec. 1:27:15 New Officers 1:32:30 TXMC Plug 1:38:45 Quote 1:46:352020-02-061h 48
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastE2 Oyez Podcast RegaliaOn the show I go over the laws concerning our officer regalia and member aprons. 2020-01-3011 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastOyez Podcast E1We wanted to put some shorter content out this year along with our regular show. The Oyez Podcast will cover Masonic Law. Mostly from TX but from other Jurisdictions as well. This episode I go over some tools I use to investigate the law and a few Grand Master decisions. Our hope for this podcast is help illuminate how deep the Masonic Regulation rabbit hole goes. Then hopefully you will make sure you always have your copy of our laws and regulations so you can get to the truth of the matter. We hope you enjoy the show and as alw...2020-01-2324 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS4E1 Vetting Process w/ a Firsthand TakeWe're back! Join us as we kick off Season 4 discussing our vetting process with Brother Curtis Collier who was just raised and speaks of the process from a first hand experience. I really enjoyed hearing his take and learned allot of ways we can tweak our process. Properly vetting candidates especially unknown ones is of more importance than it has ever been. I hope you will give the episode a go and then look for ways to sure up your Lodges vetting process. Episode Overview: 0:01:09 Discussion Question 0:05:04 Personal Questions 0:08:08 Subject Discussion 0:18:59 Process Breakdown 0:38:07 Stats 1:28:14 Quote 1:35:52 Contact Info: info148@fortworth148.org @FortWorth148 on FB www.FortWorth148.org 2020-01-161h 42Fort Worth Masonic PodcastPsychology & Freemasonry with Bro. David HillHappy Thanksgiving, dear listeners. Thank you for your love and support. May God bless you and your families this Thanksgiving, and keep your hearths warm! Masonry is good for your brain - seriously. Join Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they sit down with Brother David Hill, who practices as a Doctor of Psychology in Austin, Texas. This week, we learn all about David, his masonic journey, and his opinions on the roles of psychology and Freemasonry working together. 0:00:35 - Host & Guest Introductions 0:01:30 - Discussion Question: What was your favorite episode?2019-11-281h 32Fort Worth Masonic PodcastHacking Leadership w/ Bro. Lane PiercePlease join brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they sit down to talk with Brother S. Lane Pierce. Brother Lane serves as a member of Masonic Education Services Committee of the Grand Lodge of Texas, and as the program director of the national York Rite Leadership Program. Have a listen as we learn more about Brother Lane, the York Rite Leadership Program, and how neuro-linguistic programming can be used as a tool to develop Freemasons and masonic leaders. 0:00:38 - Host & Guest Introductions 0:02:08 - Discussion Questions 0:02:21 - Can an Entered Apprentice receive a...2019-11-071h 48Fort Worth Masonic PodcastKYCH Jewels & Fish Fries (Quarryman's Roundtable)Please join brothers Rhit Moore, Gabriel Jagush, and Evve Kuykendall for the latest Quarryman's Roundtable! What questions have the boys been thinking of since last episode? If you have any questions of your own, please email us at fortworthlodge148@gmail.com. 0:00:36 - Host Introductions 0:04:09 - Episode Content: Quarryman's Roundtable 0:05:08 - Is it okay to wear a KYCH jewel in a blue lodge meeting? 0:22:48 - What do you feel could be done to increase attendance at historic observances by the Grand Lodge? 0:35:24 - My lodge is considering holding a raffle - how do...2019-10-171h 23Fort Worth Masonic PodcastRitual Trainwrecks & Selling Buildings (Quarryman's Roundtable)What questions have the boys been thinking of lately? Time to find out! Please join brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, Gabriel Jagush, and Evve Kuykendall as they sit down for the year's second "Quarryman's Roundtable." 0:00:35 - Host Introductions 0:01:09 - Evve Gets Bullied 0:04:10 - Podcast Ratings Plug 0:06:52 - What is a Masonic Passport? 0:10:24 - What is an "Active" Mason? 0:23:25 - I'm just a Master Mason, why should I go to the Grand Lodge Annual Communication? 0:31:38 - Does watching ritual (from the sidelines) help you in self-improvement? 0:49:35 - Do you have a...2019-10-031h 19Fort Worth Masonic PodcastSuits & SkullsDid you think these horses were dead? TOO BAD. We're gonna beat 'em anyway, and y'all'll get a twofer! Please join brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, Gabriel Jagush, and Evve Kuykendall as they sit down to talk about usage of skull imagery in Freemasonry, and what their thoughts are on dress codes within Freemasonry. 0:00:34 - Host Introductions 0:01:45 - Discussion Question: How do y'all feel about the phrase, "you get out of it what you put into it," in regards to Freemasonry? 0:21:03 - SKULLS IN MASONRY 0:53:20 - DRESS CODES IN MASONRY 2:11:08 - Quote of...2019-09-192h 15Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS3E16: Ricky Cox & Don Paul Payton (Fraternal Spotlight)This is our first episode recorded in-person, ever! Please join brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, Gabriel Jagush, and Evve Kuykendall as they sit down with special guests Sir Knight RICKY COX, Eminent Grand Sentinel of the Grand Commandery of Texas, and Right Illustrious Companion DON PAUL PAYTON, Right Illustrious Deputy Grand Master of the Most Illustrious Grand Council of Royal and Select Masters of Texas. This episode is our longest yet, and was a blast to record. 0:00:34 - Host & Guest Introductions 0:01:05 - Discussion Question: I am a new master mason and will be in the offer...2019-09-053h 43Fort Worth Masonic PodcastTexas MasoniCon 2019 Post-Event ReviewTexas MasoniCon 2019 has come and gone, and boy, what a great time it was. What a fantastic time! Please join brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, Gabriel Jagush, and Evve Kuykendall as they sit down with special guest, Mark McCaghren, Fort Worth Lodge's treasurer. We discuss TXMC 2019 and go over future plans. 0:00:34 - Host & Guest Intros 0:01:47 - Host Debut Interview: Evve Kuykendall 0:10:58 - OLT 201 Review 0:16:17 - TEXAS MASONICON 2019 POST-EVENT REVIEW 1:45:07 - Fraternal Quote of the Fortnight: Harry S. Truman 1:46:11 - Closing Thoughts & Contact Info Podcast episodes are released on the first...2019-08-161h 55Fort Worth Masonic PodcastBehind the Curtain (Quarryman's Roundtable)The Wizard yelled, "Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain!" It was too late. Dorothy had seen everything. Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush pull back the curtain on Fort Worth Lodge and talk about the problems that every lodge will experience at some point. 0:00:35 - Host & Guest Introductions 0:02:20 - ROUNDTABLE: Behind the Curtain 1:22:06 - Fraternal Quote of the Week: Benjamin Franklin 1:23:52 - Contact Info Podcast episodes are released on the first and third Thursdays of each month! Check us out: http://www.fortworth148.org/2019-08-011h 26Fort Worth Masonic PodcastFraternal Spotlight - Ruben Bazan IIIBrothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush sit down with Brother Ruben Bazan, III, and learn more about his masonic journey, what Freemasonry is like in Laredo, Texas, and what the town of Laredo itself is like. If you want to learn more about the annual Abrazo Ceremony that takes place on the Lincoln Juarez Bridge between Laredo and Nuevo Laredo, please visit the International Good Neighbor Council at http://www.ignc-laredo.com/bridge-ceremony/ 0:00:34 - Host & Guest Introductions 0:01:05 - Discussion Question: What's up with the storage room, uh, I mean anteroom? 0:03:13 - Discussion Question...2019-07-181h 23Fort Worth Masonic PodcastFraternal Spotlight - R∴W∴ Brad Kohanke, R∴W∴ Grand OratorBrothers Rhit Moore & Gabriel Jagush sit down with R∴W∴ Brother Brad Kohanke, R∴W∴ Grand Orator of the M∴W∴ Grand Lodge of Texas. What does a Grand Orator do? What is the GLoTX Committee on Masonic Education and Service up to? What's Brad's favorite part of Freemasonry? (For that last one, you get three guesses, and the first two don't count.) All this, and more! 0:00:34 - Host & Guest Introductions 0:01:05 - What does the Grand Orator do? 0:03:13 - Discussion Question: How would I go about setting up a raffle for my lodge? 0:06:15 - Discussion...2019-07-041h 23Fort Worth Masonic PodcastFraternal Spotlight - John TolbertBrothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, & Gabriel Jagush sit down with Brother John Tolbert to learn more about him and about San Marcos lodge. A masonic riddle makes a special appearance. How does San Marcos Lodge operate? Who inspired John to join Freemasonry? What's up with astral projection? All this, and more! 0:00:34 - Host & Guest Introductions 0:03:41 - A Masonic Riddle (Shared by Bro. Robert Marshall) 0:15:28 - Discussion Question: When Should(n't) the Senior Warden be Satisfied? 1:18:13 - Main Episode Content: Fraternal Spotlight w/ Bro. John Tolbert 1:18:38 - Quote of the Week: Aristotle 1:18:38...2019-06-201h 28Fort Worth Masonic PodcastDues, Degrees, and FeesPlease join us this episode as we discuss quality of degree work and pricing structures for dues and degree fees! Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush hope that you find this discussion helpful. If you have any opinions on these subjects, shoot us an email! We love to hear from listeners. 0:00:34 - Host Introductions 0:03:41 - Discussion Question: What do you feel a the first task a newly-raised & proficient Master Mason should take on? 0:15:28 - Main Subject: Dues, Degrees, and Fees 1:18:13 - Quote of the Week: President John F. Kennedy 1:18:38 - Closing...2019-06-061h 24
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastQuick Hit with Robert MarshallOn this quick hit Brother Robert Marshall talks about how Masons attempted to go underground when Masonry was outlawed during the Nazi occupation in the Netherlands. Oh and do yourself a favor and order you some of Waco 92's delicious Busy Brew coffee on their website at www.wacomasonic.org/store. Also don't forget to get your tickets for Texas Masonicon at www.TexasMasoniCon.com #DaretoBeSquare Brothers2019-05-3009 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastS3 E9 Fraternal Spotlight w/ Stephen BerrymanJoin Brothers Billy Hamilton, Rhit Moore and later Gabe Jagush as we chat with Brother Berryman about his Masonic Journey. 2019-05-161h 15Fort Worth Masonic PodcastMasonry 101 at Austin Lodge #12 w/ Special Guest, Brother John BrengleBrothers Rhit Moore and Gabriel Jagush sit down with Brother John Brengle from Austin Lodge #12 to learn more about the introduction program that Austin Lodge calls "Masonry 101." Join us while we learn how to improve the experience of aspiring Freemasons and streamline the process of candidate quality control. 0:00:34 - Host & Guest Introductions 0:01:53 - Discussion Question: Does getting endowed actually hurt the Grand Lodge and fraternity as a whole, or does it only hurt constituent lodges? 0:08:22 - Episode Content: Masonry 101 at Austin Lodge #12 w/ Special Guest, Brother John Brengle 0:21:04 - Fraternal Quote of the Week...2019-05-021h 23Fort Worth Masonic PodcastFraternal Spotlight w/ R∴W∴ Brother Brad BillingsIt was our extreme pleasure to sit down with R∴W∴ Brother Brad Billings for his second fraternal spotlight. Brother Brad is currently serving as the R∴W∴ Grand Junior Warden of the M∴W∴ Grand Lodge of Texas. Please join us (Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush) as we catch up with Brad and hear about what he's got planned for the future. 0:00:34 - Host & Guest Introductions 0:01:53 - Fort Worth Scottish Rite Ladder of Perfection Re-Cap 0:08:22 - Discussion Question: What do you do if the culture at your lodge is to pass a petition a...2019-04-182h 14Fort Worth Masonic PodcastThe Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Education & Service w/ Larry FitzpatrickWe got to sit and talk with the wonderful Brother Larry Fitzpatrick this time! Larry is the chairman of the Grand Lodge of Texas Committee on Masonic Education & Service. Please join Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they learn more about this awesome committee, what they do for the state of Texas, and what they can do for your lodge. 0:00:34 - Host & Guest Introductions 0:02:51 - Discussion Question: should I tell my friends that I'm becoming a Freemason? 0:07:49 - Subject: The Grand Lodge Committee on Masonic Education & Service w/ Larry Fitzpatrick 1:48:27...2019-04-041h 54Fort Worth Masonic PodcastFraternal Spotlight - Michael PollIt's our honor to present a fraternal spotlight episode with Brother Michael Poll. Please join Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they get to know Mike a little better and talk about everything from masonic funerals to the War of 1812. You're gonna like this episode - we guarantee it. 00:00:35 - Host & Guest Introduction 00:02:59 - Discussion Question: "If I get pulled over by a cop, and we're both Freemasons, will the cop look the other way?" 00:05:48 - Episode Content: Fraternal Spotlight w/ Brother Michael Poll 01:22:46 - Fraternal Quote of the Week: RW...2019-03-211h 33
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastAmity App AnnouncementJoin Billy Hamilton and Rhit Moore as they chat with Jeremy Barnes and Michael Radigan. The creators of the Amity Mobile app. This is an app all Masons should have on their smart phone. Why you may ask? Well we answer those questions and more in this episode. Plus on this episode as well the Amity team debuts a new feature their R&D Department ;) has developed. This new feature has great potential to save Grand Lodges & Lodges a good sum of money. It could also relieve the Secretary of a very tedious and time consuming task. Not to mention g...2019-03-071h 19Fort Worth Masonic PodcastFraternal Spotlight: R∴W∴ Paul Underwood, Deputy Grand MasterIt was an honor to sit and talk with R∴W∴ Brother Paul Underwood, Right Worshipful Deputy Grand Master of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Texas. Brother Paul is a great example of what it means to delve deep into leadership in Freemasonry, and his journey as a member of the Masonic Home & School in Fort Worth, to Deputy Grand Master, is an inspiring one. Please join Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush in getting to know Brother Paul a little better. 00:00:35 - Host & Guest Introductions 00:01:35 - Fraternal Spotlight: R∴W∴ Paul Underwood, Right Wo...2019-02-212h 15
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastQuick Hit on Ritual FocusJoin Rhit Moore as he rambles about the importance of mental focus during the Ritual in this short episode. 2019-02-1409 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastFraternal Spotlight - Paul Edward RanaAre you ready to dive into the wider world of Western initiatic traditions? If so, please join Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they speak with Brother Paul Edward Rana. Brother Paul is an expert on many Western initiatic traditions and esoteric subjects, including but not limited to Rosicrucianism, alchemy, Martinism, Hermeticism, and the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn. He is also a higly-accomplished martial artist and leads his own school, Prana Martial Arts. 00:00:35 - Host & Guest Introductions 00:01:06 - How Rhit & Paul Met 00:02:04 - Discussion Question: Can we grant a guy's...2019-02-071h 42Fort Worth Masonic PodcastAnnual Communication 2019 Re-CapWE'RE BACK. Join Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they give you a recap of what went down at the 2019 Annual Communication of the M∴ W∴ Grand Lodge of Texas, AF&AM. 00:00:36 - Host Introductions & the Fun Time We Had at Grand Lodge 00:05:31 - The Boys Shill for Texas Masonicon 00:12:09 - Resolution #1 00:15:14 - Resolution #2 00:18:26 - Resolution #3 00:23:40 - Resolution #4 00:29:58 - Resolution #5 00:32:12 - Resolution #6 00:35:01 - Resolution #7 00:38:54 - Resolution #8 00:40:45 - Resolution #9 00:41:43 - Resolution #10 00:42:54 - Resolution #11 00:44:28 - Resolution #12 00:47:47 - Resolution #13 00:49:57 - Resolution #14 00:55:19 - Res...2019-01-241h 27Fort Worth Masonic PodcastUpcoming Resolutions for Grand Lodge 2019Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush sit down for the last episode of Season 2, and talk about the proposed resolutions to be voted on during the upcoming annual Grand Lodge Communication of the Grand Lodge of Texas. Some of these are pretty straightforwards, but others have inspired some discussion. 00:00:35 - Host Introductions 00:05:00 - Resolution #2: Requiring Masters/Wardens to Hold Esoteric Instruction Certificates 00:13:02 - Resolution #3: Raising the Minimum Endowment Price 00:17:10 - Resolution #4: Allowing Lodges to Wear Aprons at More Public Events 00:18:30 - Resolution #5: Allowing the Order of the Sword of Bunker Hill...2018-12-061h 27
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastIf I Were Grand Master...Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush sit down and talk about changes they'd like to see in Texan Freemasonry, and give their own answers to questions asked of the candidates for the Grand South at the recent Q&A hosted by the 14th & 64th Masonic Districts. 00:00:39 - Host Introductions 00:02:29 - If I Were Grand Master... 00:04:47 - As Grand Master, what will you do to help with the process to consolidate under-performing Lodges, in order to strengthen remaining Lodges? 00:17:18 - Will we work as a craft to create a standardized version of a...2018-11-151h 24
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastFavor to Ask and Quick Hit About the 24" GaugeBros in this Quick Hit episode we have a favor to ask and I go over how our 24" gauge just ran short on us for this episode. Travel Safe and Square Well Brothers. 2018-11-0104 min
Fort Worth Masonic PodcastFraternal Spotlight w/ Josef WagesDo you want to know the real deal about the Illuminati? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to browse age old documents in the archives of a Grand Lodge? Join Rhit Moore and Billy Hamilton as they talk with Brother Josef Wages. Who helped bring the book Secret School of Wisdom, the authentic rituals and doctrines of the Illuminati to the public. Brother Josef Wages is a member of Plano Lodge and is an avid researcher. He has presented Masonic talks all over the country and world. Brother Josef has contributed greatly to our Craft and at su...2018-10-181h 28Fort Worth Masonic PodcastTexas MasoniCon 2018TEXAS MASONICON 2019 IS ON JULY 26 - 27. Mark your calendars! Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabe Jagush sit down to do an debrief on how Texas MasoniCon 2018 went. Spoilers: it was great. Billy and Gabe also talk about visiting the Lone Star Grand Commandery Knights Templar Masons of Texas, Prince Hall Affiliated. This episode is a lot of spit-balling, but we would love to hear from y'all about any suggestions or comments you had about Texas MasoniCon. 00:00:39 - Host Introductions 00:01:49 - Billy & Gabe Talk about attending "Mid-Templar" 00:09:22 - Discussion Question: My lodge brothers are really...2018-10-041h 23Fort Worth Masonic PodcastCommandery w/ Special Guest, SK Jack Harper IIAre you interested in powerful ritual, the Christian side of Masonry, and playing with swords? If so, Commandery is for you. Learn more and please join Brother Rhit Moore and Sir Knights Billy Hamilton and Gabriel Jagush as they talk with Sir Knight Jack M. Harper II, Right Eminent Department Commander of the South Central Department of the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar. SK Jack has just finished a ten-year stint of serving the Grand Commandery Knights Templar of Texas, and we were thrilled to have the opportunity to talk about Templary and taco hats with him. ...2018-09-201h 58Fort Worth Masonic PodcastFraternal Spotlight w/ David McHamWhat's going on down south? Is that the buzzing of bees that we hear? Please join Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they sit down and talk with Brother David McHam, Worshipful Master of Waco Lodge #92. We talk about everything from David's hat, to his background as a pastor, to the coffee that Waco Lodge sells, and much more. This was an excellent opportunity for fellowship and we're glad we got to talk to David. To buy Waco #92's Busy Bee coffee, please visit: http://www.wacomasonic.org/store/ 00:00:39 - Host & Guest...2018-09-061h 35Fort Worth Masonic PodcastThe Committee On Work w/ Special Guest, R∴W∴ Jim RumseyWhat IS the Committee on Work, anyway? Please join Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they sit down and talk with R∴W∴ Jim Rumsey (PhD), Member of the Committee on Work of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Texas. Have you ever wondered how the Committee got started? What is the scope of the Committee's responsibilities? How do you hold a Forum and an Exam? Do we have a written copy of the ritual stashed away somewhere? All this, and more! 00:00:39 - Host & Guest Introductions 00:01:15 - Main Episode Content: The Committee On Work...2018-08-161h 52Fort Worth Masonic PodcastDaylight Lodges w/ Special Guest Tyler GreggDo you know what a daylight lodge is? Did you know that it might be a better match for your lifestyle/career than an ordinary "night" lodge? Please join Brothers Rhit Moore and Gabriel Jagush as they sit down with Brother Tyler Gregg, Past Master (and sitting Tiler!) of Sunrise Daylight Lodge #1433 in Fort Worth, Texas. We'll talk about why daylight lodges are a better fit for some brethren, what the challenges of running a daylight lodge are, the history (old & new) of Sunrise Daylight #1433, and much more! 00:00:39 - Host & Guest Introduction 00:01:27 - Discussion Questions 00:01:45...2018-08-021h 22Fort Worth Masonic PodcastFraternal Spotlight w/ Corey HarrisFor he's a jolly good fellow, for he's a jolly good fellow... In Season 2, Episode 13, please join Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they sit down with (Worshipful) Brother Corey Harris, the Immediate Past Master of Arlington Lodge #438 in Arlington, Texas. We wanted to sit and talk with him about his year of service as Worshipful Master of one of the most well-known lodges in Texas, and do a comparison/contrast with our interview with him last year prior to his taking the East. 00:00:39 - Host & Guest Introduction 00:01:54 - First Discussion Question: Gabe...2018-07-191h 54Fort Worth Masonic PodcastMasonic Improvement w/ Special Guest, Justin JonesLet's grow a garden together. In Season 2, Episode 12, please join Brothers Rhit Moore, Grant Gates, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush, as they sit and talk with Brother Justin Jones of "Masonic Improvement." Justin has taken to the internet to share his experiences and push the message of continuous improvement. We believe that all Masons should hear his message! 00:00:35 - Host & Guest Introductions 00:02:21 - Discussion Question: When is the podcast moving to video? 00:04:19 - Discussion Question: Do you have to be a Past Master in order to be eligible to be Grand Master? 00:10:53 - Main...2018-07-051h 33Fort Worth Masonic PodcastMasonic Funerals 101: How, What, & WhyIn Season 2, Episode 11, please join Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush this week as they discuss Masonic funerals. This is a subject that is near and dear to our hearts as Masons. Who can be buried as a Mason? What is a Masonic funeral? How many funeral versions are there? What is the origin of the term "grave offense?" Please attend the next Masonic funeral that you can go to!00:00:34 - Host Introductions00:03:22 - Discussion Question: I'm an Oklahoma Mason affiliating with a lodge in Texas. Can I become a perpetual member?00:07:12 - D...2018-06-211h 27Fort Worth Masonic PodcastFirst Quarryman's Roundtable of 2018In Season 2, Episode 10, please join Brothers Rhit Moore, Grant Gates, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they answer a full grab-bag of questions. One of the issues we run into on the podcast is that we have so many questions to talk about, but so little time! We have decided to start doing Quarryman's Roundtables every few months in order to get it out of our system. What's the deal with our elections? Why hasn't Gabe's fiancée strangled him yet? Are millennials as lazy as they're made out to be? All this, and more! 00:00:39 - Host I...2018-06-071h 40Fort Worth Masonic PodcastChuck Dunning's "Contemplative Masonry," Part 2In Season 2, Episode 9, please join Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as continue their talk Brother Chuck Dunning about his revolutionary book, "Contemplative Masonry." Contemplative Masonry is not just a book or merely an academic interpretation of Masonry - it's a way of life. Sitting down with Chuck has been something that we've been looking forwards to for a while! We are already hungering to sit down and talk with Chuck again. You can find Brother Chuck's book on Amazon.com and locally at the Fort Worth Scottish Rite office at 1100 Henderson Street. 00:00:34...2018-05-171h 41Fort Worth Masonic PodcastChuck Dunning's "Contemplative Masonry," Part 1In Season 2, Episode 8, please join Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they talk with Brother Chuck Dunning about his revolutionary book, "Contemplative Masonry." Contemplative Masonry is not just a book or merely an academic interpretation of Masonry - it's a way of life. Sitting down with Chuck has been something that we've been looking forwards to for a while! You can find Brother Chuck's book on Amazon.com and locally at the Fort Worth Scottish Rite office at 1100 Henderson Street. 00:00:34 - Host & Guest Introduction 00:02:13 - Discussion Questions 00:02:25 - Would you...2018-05-031h 31Fort Worth Masonic PodcastThe Amity Mobile App w/ Special Guests Jeremy Barnes and Michael RadiganIn Season 2, Episode 7, please join Brothers Rhit Moore, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they talk with Brothers Jeremy Barnes and Michael Radigan about their new mobile app, Amity, and what it means for Masonry. Amity is a revolutionary tool to help Masons easily link together when traveling abroad, and acts as a digital List of Lodges Regular. It is a huge leap into the 21st century. We are releasing this episode a week early due to the importance we believe Amity holds. You can find the Amity mobile app at http://amity.copiri.com/. 00:00:35...2018-04-121h 38Fort Worth Masonic PodcastMasonry in Wichita Falls, Texas, w/ Special Guest, Jordan RolandFIFTY EPISODES IN AND STILL GOING STRONG. In Season 2, Episode 6, we sit down and talk with brother Jordan Roland about Masonry in Wichita Falls, and his critical role in re-starting a regional Masters, Wardens, & Secretaries Association, and starting a Wichita Falls Scottish Rite club. Please join brothers Rhit Moore, Grant Gates, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they talk with Jordan and how he's striving to change the face of Masonry in Wichita Falls. Jordan is on fire for the Craft, and we love it. 00:00:18 - Amity Mobile App Preview 00:02:27 - Regular Show Start2018-04-051h 41Fort Worth Masonic PodcastDeMolay International w/ Special Guest Jaymie JordanIn Season 2, Episode 5, the boys sit down with Brother Jaymie Jordan to talk about DeMolay International. Please join Brothers Rhit Moore, Grant Gates, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they sit down with Brother Jaymie and pick his brain regarding one of the most influentual male youth organizations in the world. We also highly encourage you to check out your local DeMolay Chapter and support them! 00:00:34 - Host & Guest Introductions 00:01:09 - Jaymie's Personal Background 00:03:06 - Discussion Question: What would you do with a candidate who can't memorize the trial lectures? 00:12:40 - Discussion Question: How...2018-03-151h 23Fort Worth Masonic PodcastLearning RitualIn Season 2, Episode 3, the boys talk about learning ritual. Please join brothers Rhit Moore, Grant Gates, Billy Hamilton, and Gabriel Jagush as they discuss how they learn ritual. What Rhit/Grant/Billy/Gabe do might not work for you, so let us know if you have a different method! We talk about the suffering behind brute-force rote memorization, how to chain paragraphs together, creating a conceptual skeleton to hang lecture paragraphs off of, the method of loci ("thought palace"), and more! 00:00:39 - Host Introductions 00:03:44 - Discussion Question: Would your community notice if your lodge closed? 00:04:11...2018-03-011h 24