Whence Came You? - Freemasonry discussed and Masonic research for today's Freemason

Join us this week for a mindful take on the philosophy of life as it relates to our practical understanding. Pearl Jam and Freemasonry? Then, we're looking at some science! We're exploring early humanity and the traits that seem to have been passed down to us for the last 600,000 years...maybe more! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Early Humanity https://historyfacts.com/science-industry/article/7-facts-about-the-earliest-humans-on-earth/?email=rjred5%40gmail.com&sub_level=L1&sub_source=cps_hf&utm_campaign=2319883451&utm_content=cps_hf&utm_medium=email&utm_source=16489721 Darin's Piece http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2024/09/you-gotta-buy-ticket-man.html Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

This week, join us for an insightful AI interview with me...I reflect on the memorable year as Worshipful Master. We'll journey through the notable moments and achievements that defined the year. Plus, we're diving deep into Masonic lore with a fascinating paper by Patrick Dey that juxtaposes the Hiramic Legend with Joseph Campbell's Hero's Journey. Don't miss this enriching blend of contemporary reflection and timeless mythological exploration. Links: The Hero's Journey Patrick Dey http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2024/08/the-hiramic-legend-is-not-heros-journey.html Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Austin on FB Austin R. Shifrin, authorfacebook.com Austin on GoodReads Austin Shifringoodreads.com Centennial Lodge 544 https://www.masonpost.com/pa/centennial544/profile.html Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

Join us this week for a tale of Masonic "Natural Selection!" We've also got an awesome article exploring the symbolism of the Masonic Cube and how it relates to Qabalistic ideas. All this and more! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: When Someone Takes Back Their Petition http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2024/08/when-somebody-decides-to-take-back.html The Symbolism of the Cube https://bloguniversalfreemasonry.wordpress.com/2018/10/14/the-symbolism-of-the-cube-why-is-it-both-qabalistic-and-masonic/ The Sefer Yetzirah https://amzn.to/3Te0Dr3 Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Austin on FB Austin R. Shifrin, authorfacebook.com Austin on GoodReads Austin Shifringoodreads.com Centennial Lodge 544 https://www.masonpost.com/pa/centennial544/profile.html Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

🎙️ In this week's must-listen episode, we are honored to sit down with the insightful Illustrious Brother Austin Shifrin, the brilliant mind behind the newly released book "Black Ink Farther Stars." Join us as we dive deep into a conversation that's as inspiring as it is enlightening. Austin Shifrin shares the journey and inspiration behind his latest work, offering listeners a unique glimpse into his creative process and the profound themes explored within the pages of his book. Throughout the interview, we touch on thought-provoking questions and explore the intersections of Freemasonry, philosophy, and the boundless expanse of human potential. Whether you're a long-time member of the fraternity, a curious seeker, or simply in search of some intellectual stimulation, this episode promises to be a stellar addition to your week. Tune in now, and let Illustrious Brother Shifrin's wisdom and passion ignite your own inspiration!  #WCYPodcast #BlackInkFartherStars #AustinShifrin #Freemasonry #Inspiration #Interview #NewRelease Links: Black Ink Farther Stars https://amzn.to/3XcTo52 More Light - Collected Writings https://amzn.to/3MdsmV3 Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Austin on FB Austin R. Shifrin, authorfacebook.com Austin on GoodReads Austin Shifringoodreads.com Centennial Lodge 544 https://www.masonpost.com/pa/centennial544/profile.html Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

This week we've got an all-new Masonic Mythbusters with WB Patrick Dey! Ever wonder where the "sign of fidelity" comes from? Me too! Luckily we have Bro. Patrick on the case. Then, we're wrapping up Initiates of the Flame with the final chapter--The Great Pyramid! Don't miss this exciting conclusion to the text. Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Initiates of the Flame - PDF https://ia800201.us.archive.org/20/items/initiatesofflame00hall/initiatesofflame00hall.pdf Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

Join us this week for an exciting continuation of Manly Hall's famous text, Initiates of the Flame. This week we dive into the Knights of the Round Table. Along with this reading, we also check out the known historical record. Did Arthur exist? Does it matter? All this and more! Links: Was King Arthur a Real Person? https://www.iflscience.com/was-king-arthur-a-real-historical-person-73141 Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

Join us this week for a look into the deeper symbolic nature of the Ark of the Covenant! More than a box, or even an allegory of the human mind--Manly Hall has a unique perspective of what could be described as a wandering spirit of Truth. Don't miss it! Links: Register for Camp Cornerstone https://flagstaff7.org/ Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

This week we learn what happened to the Pharos! Did they die out, or are they still among us? We're continuing the reading of Manly Hall's Initiates of the Flame with Part 5. Have a listen and enjoy! Links: Register for Camp Cornerstone https://flagstaff7.org/ Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

Join us this week as we unmask The Alchemist! Who is it, and what does Manly P. Hall have to say about it? Have a listen as we continue our reading of Hall's famous text, Initiates of the Flame! Links: Links: Register for Camp Cornerstone https://flagstaff7.org/ Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

Join us as we embark on a secret location, the discovery of which--is said to lead to the enlightenment we all seek! We're continuing our reading of Manly P. Hall's Initiates of the Flame with chapter 2! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Register for Camp Cornerstone https://flagstaff7.org/ Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

This week we're hopping back into Manly P. Halls text, The Initiates of the Flame with a reading of Chapter One! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Register for Camp Cornerstone https://flagstaff7.org/ Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

Join us as we embark on a multi-part series covering Manly P. Halls Initiates of the Flame! This week we'll begin the reading. Enjoy! Links: Register for Camp Cornerstone https://flagstaff7.org/ Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

Join us this week for a great interview featuring Bro Justin of Flagstaff Lodge No. 40! In this interview, he tells us about the amazing event, Camp Cornerstone! Don't miss it! Links: Register for Camp Cornerstone https://flagstaff7.org/ Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

This week, George Washington--your Grand Lodge's favorite Freemason (probably), blows his whole campaign budget on booze! After that, we take a deep dive as we explore the meaning of life, building your conscious experience of things that ultimately could lead to a more fulfilling life. All this and more! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: The Square Magazine https://www.thesquaremagazine.com/mag/article/202103the-mason-and-his-consciousness-of-time/ George Washington https://historyfacts.com/world-history/fact/pants-were-considered-uncivilized-in-ancient-greece-and-rome/ Meet Act Part https://meetactandpart.com/episodes/ Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

Join us this week for a special episode celebrating the life of our friend and Brother, Kevin T. Townley. Special thanks go out to WB Patrick Dey for his contribution and for sharing his personal stories with us.  Services: A Tribute and Masonic Funeral Service will be given in honor of RWB Kevin Townley, officiated by Grand Master David Reynolds and the Grand Lodge Officers of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge Ancient Free and Accepted Masons of Colorado on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the Scottish Rite Consistory, next to the state Capitol in downtown Denver. Doors will open at 6:00.

This week we continue the Masonic Soylent Green theme with the second in a multi-part series by WB Darin Lahners. Darin explores yet another devastating scenario--has it already happened? Then in a premier for Masonic Mythbusters, WB Dey brings us the truth about the Moon, Texas, and Freemasonry. Oh yeah, and captures the wonder we seem to have lost. All this and more! Thanks for listening and have a fantastic week! Links: Masonic Soylent Green Pt. 2 http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2024/05/masonic-soylent-green-part-two-of-series.html  Meet Act Part https://meetactandpart.com/episodes/ Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

This week, we've got some awesome news about the upcoming Esotericon 2024 event. We also jump into a difficult topic - How do we deal with criminals in Freemasonry? Is it time to take the most drastic steps imaginable? Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Darin's article http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2024/05/masonic-soylent-green-part-one-of-series.html Meet Act Part https://meetactandpart.com/episodes/ Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

We're back! Join us this week with a reading from the prolific Carl Claudy on the topic of Silence. There's more than meets the eye on this topic and Claudy delivers. Then we'll have a recap of the Midwest Conference on Masonic Education! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Silence and Secrecy https://www.universalfreemasonry.org/en/article/silence-and-secrecy Midwest Conference on Masonic Education http://www.mcme1949.org/ Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

This week we're looking at the ancient thoughts on eclipses! We're also reading the third part in a series by WB Patrick Dey explaining symbols. As people, as Freemasons - do we suffer from a Masonic version of Pareidolia? Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Lightening Strikes http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2024/02/lightning-strike-or-how-symbols-play.html Solar Eclipses http://www.midnightfreemasons.org/2024/04/understanding-solar-eclipses.html Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

This week, we explore the death in the extra bodies of Freemasonry--can we find inspiration in truth? Then we'll read about an argument for spending more on the product than on PR--that is, spending more on developing the Freemason, than just trying to get them in the door. All this and more! Thanks for listening and have an amazing week! Links: Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Ancient Modern Initiation: Special Edition http://www.wcypodcast.com/the-Shop The Master's Word- A Short Treatise on the Word, the Light, and the Self - Autographed https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the new book! How to Charter a Lodge https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Truth Quantum https://truthquantum.com Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on Paypal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r