Masonic Lite Podcast
by Masonic Lite Podcast
Masonic Lite Podcast is an unstuffy, conversational, and humorous approach (well we think so) to understanding our craft. Join hosts Tim Dedman, Larry Merris, Jack Harley, Jacob Young, and rotating guests to discuss the "Lite" side of Masonry.
Episodes
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Episode 212 - Bro. Ed Stumm, the Grand Smoke Returns!
Hello! On this episode, we welcome back the Grand Smoke, Bro. Ed Stumm. We chat about Cigar Lodge No. 1, the importance of fellowship, and a few other topics. Larry is on assignment giving a presentation, but Tim and Jack manage to keep us on the rails. After a great chat, we herd the chickens…
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Episode 211 - DeMolay Keyman 2026
Hello! On this episode, we return to the DeMolay Keyman Conference at the Patton Campus in Elizabethtown, PA, for another live recording session. We sit down with DeMolay members, leaders, and adult advisors to talk about all things DeMolay. After some great conversations with our guests, we…
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Episode 210 - Dr. Heather Calloway and Bro. Seth Anthony
Hello! On this episode, we're once again joined by Dr. Heather K. Calloway and our "Guest of Last Resort," Bro. Seth Anthony, to discuss their work with the Center for Fraternal Collections and Research. From the Freemasons and the Odd Fellows to the Grange and countless other fraternal...
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Episode 209 -Bro. Chris Ruli Returns!
Hello! On this episode we are joined once again by Bro. Chris Ruli, author, researcher, and Director of the Library, Museum, and Archives at the House of the Temple in Washington, D.C. He joins us to discuss his most recent book (available at https://https://www.chrisruli.com) Brother Lafayette,...
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Episode 208 - RW Bro. Oscar Alleyne - Deputy Grand Master of NY
Hello! In this episode, we welcome back Right Worshipful Oscar Alleyne, Deputy Grand Master of New York. Bro. Oscar returns to settle, once and for all, whether he was banned from the podcast (he wasn’t), and to discuss his new role, along with the challenges and opportunities facing New York...
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Episode 207 - Bro. Brett Treichler
Hello! On this Episode Jack returns and we welcome Bro. Brett Treichler as our guest. Bro. Brett is a busy Mason as an active member of several lodges and appendant bodies, but found the time to join us to discuss his Masonic journey and provide some context around the building of Solomon's…
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Episode 206 - The Return of Tyler Moyer
Hello! On this episode, we welcome back to the show Bro. Tyler Moyer, a member of Brownstown Lodge No. 666 and current Chapter Chairman for Pilgrim Chapter of DeMolay in Harrisburg, PA. He returns to discuss his duties in DeMolay, as well as share some adventures in Blue Lodge, Scottish Rite, and...
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Episode 205 - Bros. Bryan Hoover and Thomas Morgan
Hello! On this episode, we welcome Bros. Bryan Hoover and Thomas Morgan. They join us to discuss their Masonic Journey and share some information about their upcoming event presenting the Flintstone inspired Water Buffalo Degree. There were no J's to be found on this episode as Jack, Jake, and…
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Episode 204 - Bro. Bryan Hill
Hello! On this episode, we welcome back the official voice of the Masonic Lite Podcast, Bro. Brian Hill. He's not a "joiner" but is involved in many great bodies, both within his home district and around the world. We talk about his time as a "The" warden as well as his adventures in Masonry.…
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Episode 203 - 2025 Holiday Hangout
Hello! On this episode, we celebrate the holiday season and wrap up the year. Larry declines to participate due to his fear of Festivus shenanigans, however the rest of the crew comes through in with good cheer and best wishes for all. Dutchy Doug presents the Night before Christmas, and we wrap...
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Episode 202 - Bro. Eric Cahill
Hello! On this weeks episode, we are joined by Bro. Eric Cahill of Hibiscus Lodge No. 275 in Miami, Florida. We discuss his Masonic journey, the differences between PA and FL, and some of the initiatives that are seeing success in his Lodge. After a great chat, we play Copious Dues, have some…
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Episode 201 - Bro. Bill Soloway, Dir. of PA Masonic Blood and Organ Donor Program
Hello! On this episode we welcome the Director of the Pennsylvania Masonic Blood and Organ Donor Program, Bro. Bill Soloway. He joins us to talk about the program itself, how it benefits Masons and their families, how to be involved, and some of the successes the program has seen. You can find…
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Episode 200 - Celebrating #200 @ Lodge in the Woods 2025
Hello! To celebrate our 200th Episode, we record live at the Lodge in the Woods 2025 event, held by Ephrata Lodge No. 665. We traveled to the J. Edward Mack Scout Reservation and sit down with friends and former guests like RWGM Larry A. Derr, PRWGM S. Eugene Herritt, and many more. Dutchy Doug...
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Episode 199 - Bro. Clyde Snyder.
Hello! Tonight we welcome Bro. Clyde Snyder of Millersville Lodge no. 476. He is a Veteran, a former fireman, and is now doing great work with Wreaths Across America. We talk about his experience in Vietnam, the fire service, and the various ways in which he is honoring our Veterans though his...
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Episode 198 - Live at DeMolay Keyman Conference 2025
Hello! On this episode, we return to the Patton Campus in Elizabethtown, PA for a live appearance at the DeMolay Keyman 2025 Conference. After the usual opening we are joined by several young men representing various chapters from across the United States as well as a few adult leaders who assist...
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Episode 197 - Bro. Rick Freedman, Director of the Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania
Hello! On this episode, we welcome Bro. Rick Freedman, Director of the Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania. He joins us to discuss his work at the Grand Lodge and extensive service in the Pennsylvania Masonic Youth organizations. After a great conversation, we hear the Masonic News, play...
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Episode 196 - PA State Senator James Malone
Hello! On this episode we welcome Pennsylvania State Senator, Bro. James Malone. He joins us to talk about his Masonic journey, life as a State Senator, and the inspiration that led to his life of service. Tim is out on assignment, but we manage to make it through, with the Masonic News, Quiet...
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Episode 195 - Linda M. Jackson - the Widows Guild
Hello! On this episode, we welcome Linda M. Jackson, Director of Philanthropic and Widows Support for the Masonic Charities of Pennsylvania. She joins us to talk about her mission with the Widows Guild, the services they provide, and how Lodges can ensure that they are doing their part to support...
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Episode 194 - Doug Madenford
Hello! On this episode, Bro. Doug Madenford returns for fantastic chat about Masonry, the Pennsylvania Dutch, his band the Broken Spokes, his podcast Doug's Front Porch and much more. His alter-ego Dutchy Doug makes a live in studio appearance, we play Copious Dues, and wrap-up the show by...
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Episode 193 - Three Men and a Podcast
Hello! On this episode, Jack is on assignment with his Usual Vocation, Larry is sourcing barrels while on a trip to Niagara Falls, leaving Tim, Jake, and Josh to power-through. We play a mini-game of 20 Questions, stopping at four, and set a record for the number of umms and uhhhs in a single...
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Episode 192 - MEGHP Eric C. Stahley
Hello! On this episode we welcome Eric C. Stahley, Most Excellent Grand High Priest of the Grand Holy Royal Arch Chapter of Pennsylvania. We chat about Blue Lodge, York Rite, and why every Mason should continue the York Rite journey if they want the rest of the story. Dutchy Doug returns to tell…
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Episode 191 - Joe Dougherty returns again
Hello! On this episode we welcome back our good friend, Bro. Joe Dougherty. Although his home lodge is Lodge 43 in Lancaster, PA., Joe has been working as a professional musician and engineer in sunny California and has had the opportunity to work on several Grammy Award winning projects. After...
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Episode 190 - Brian Mattocks: A Mason's Work
Hello! On this episode, Bro. Brian Mattocks returns to chat about his 3D printed Masonic Tarot project, his podcast A Mason's Work, and other tools he is working on to facilitate lodge discussion and engagement. After a great chat, we close with Chickens followed by an Episode of A Mason's Work....
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Episode 189 - RWGM Larry A. Derr
Hello! On this episode we welcome Right Worshipful Grand Master of Pennsylvania, Larry A. Derr. He joins us to talk about his journey as Grand Master and the state of Pennsylvania Masonry. Dutchy Doug provides a segment on the Ground Hog, we hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and wrap in…
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Episode 188 - Two Larry's for the Price of One.
Hello! On this episode both Host Larry and Guest Larry return to the studio. Larry Hudson, PM. returns and is joined by Brothers Tom Garman and Jeffery Brubaker, also of Millersville Lodge No. 476. We chat, play copious dues, and Larry calls 'em home with that familiar gold throated warble. And...
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Episode 187 - Holiday Happenings 2024
Hello! On this episode we return to "The" Valley of Reading's Holiday Happenings. Larry is once again MIA, but we rise to the challenge with several guests, covering a wide range of topics from trains and motorcycles, to selling fudge for diabetes. Dutchy Doug returns to tell us about the real...
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Episode 186 -Job's Daughters
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...
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Episode 185 - Bro. Austin Shiffrin - Black Ink, Farther Stars
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]...
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Episode 184 - Bro. Ronald B. Carson, DDGM.
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…
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Episode 183 - Masonry Outside of the Lodge Room
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...
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Episode 182 - Bro. Mike McKee P.M.
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…
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Episode 181 - Jeff Moyer 33°
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...
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Episode 180 - DeMolay Keyman Conference
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...
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Episode 179 - RWPGM Robert Bateman Interview & Jay Laser
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...
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Episode 178 - Bro. Ralph C. Shelton II
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...
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Episode 177 - Eric T. Downs, DDGM
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...
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Episode 176 - Brian Mattocks - A Mason's Tools
Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Bro. Brian Mattocks, P.M. for a great conversation covering his experience as a Worshipful Master, his podcast project, knowing your Lodge brethren, and *GASP* conversing in Lodge?!?! After a great chat, we play Copious Dues and wrap in an abbreviated and...
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Episode 175 - Traveling
Hello! On this episode, we discuss traveling within our own state as well as our experiences in other Masonic Jurisdictions. Larry is absent, but we are joined by three guests, Jay Lammey, Jake Young, and Ricky Martini, who fill in adequately and with clear throats. We also hear from Dutchy Doug,...
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Episode 174 - The End of Year Eight
Hello! On this episode, we are once again joined by Bro. Ricky Martini of Harrisburg-Snyder Lodge #629 while we discuss the end of MLP's eighth year of mediocrity, The Operatives, and other topics. After our chat and the Masonic News, we wrap in the standard form with Larry and the Shockers…
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Episode 173 - Bro. Jack Brobst
Hello! On this episode we are joined by Bro. Jack Brobst, currently appointed as Aide to the Grand Master and is a Past DDGM of Pennsylvania's 58th Masonic District amongst other things. We are also joined Bro. Ricky Martini of Harrisburg-Snyder Lodge #629. After a great chat, we hear the Masonic...
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Episode 172 - Bro. Chris Ruli
Hello! On this episode, we welcome Masonic author and historian Bro. Chris Ruli ( https://www.chrisruli.com/ ). He is an active member of several bodies in the DC area and currently finalizing his next book, Brother Lafayette. After a great chat, we hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and...
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Episode 171 - Megan Purdum
Hello! On this episode we are joined by Megan Purdum, Social Media Specialist for the Masonic Charities of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. She is the only guest to have appeared on the podcast under two distinct legal names at the time of recording. We are also joined by "Host of Last Resort",...
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Episode 170 - "Il Duce" Jeff Fulton
Hello! On this episode, we welcome Il Duce, Jeff Fulton. He is a Past Master, Past Monarch, past Grand Tall, and joins us to talk about his current focus, rebuilding our Grotto. After a great chat, we play Copious Dues, hear the Masonic News, and wrap in the standard form with Larry and the…
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Episode 169 - Ill. Bro. Thomas L Mehaffie III, 33°
Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Ill. Bro. Thomas L. Mehaffie III, 33°. Bro. Tom represents the 106th District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. He joins us to talk about being a Representative, how Freemasonry impacts his service in the House, the inside story of passing…
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Episode 168 - Bobblehead George
Hello! On this episode, we welcome David Raymond and Eric Gimbi from Riverside Lodge No. 503 in Wrightsville, PA. They are educators who run Bobblehead George, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing unique, accurate, and entertaining educational content for lifelong learners of all…
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Episode 167 - Festivus 2023
Hello! On this episode we celebrate Festivus with the airing of grievances and acknowledgements for feats of strength! We have no guest, but there is plenty to share. We also hear from Dutchy Doug before we wrap in the standard form with Larry pounding water. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:12:15]...
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Episode 166 - Masonic Gump and Parker Harley
Hello! On this episode, Masonic Gump Matt Rancosky joins us to follow up on his walk across Pennsylvania. We are also joined by a very special guest, Parker Harley, Jack's son. We talk with Parker about his experience in DeMolay and what it was like growing up in House Harley. We also hear Dutchy...
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Episode 165 - RWJGW PJ Roup
Hello! On this episode, we welcome Pennsylvania's Right Worshipful Junior Grand Warden, Bro. PJ Roup. He joins us for a hoot of an episode, where we discuss his introduction to the Craft, what it's like serving in the line of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, his work as editor of The Northern...
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Episode 164 - Three Hosts, Three Guests, and a HostGuest.
Hello! On this episode, we welcome not one, not two, but three guests! Bro. Tyler Whittaker, Bro. Dave Hosler, and Dr. Heather Calloway made the pilgrimage from Indiana, just to sign the wall at Studio 665... and for Bro. Tyler to present at the Academy of Masonic Knowledge Fall Symposium. Both...
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Episode 163 - Hostable Hosts
Hello! As we all know, stuff happens. This week's stuff left us without a guest at the last minute and, as all consummate professionals would do, the hosts stepped up and lashed themselves to the wheel. Walter provides the Masonic News, Timmy appears on "Copious Dues", and we wrap in the standard...
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Masonic Lite Podcast is an unstuffy, conversational, and humorous approach (well we think so) to understanding our craft. Join hosts Tim Dedman, Larry Merris, Jack Harley, Jacob Young, and rotating guests to discuss the "Lite" side of Masonry.
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