The Five of Nine Freemasonry Podcast

In this episode, James, Sean and Richard sit down to discuss their favourite pieces of ritual from the Craft and Holy Royal Arch.  Our hosts discuss which pieces of ceremonial they most connect with and how they go about learning the lines needed to deliver a great ceremony for the candidate.Join in the conversation on X (formerly Twitter) @fiveofnineclub or visit our website at fiveofnineclub.org.uk© Five of Nine Club 2023

In this episode James, Sean and Richard sit down to discuss what happens after the chair. The build up to becoming Worshipful Master is a long process full of anticipation and excitement - but what happens when you finish your year?The trio explore the various options available to a new Past Master after his time as WM ends. From non-progressive roles to un-collared offices, additional orders and other ways you can continue to support your Lodge and Province.Join in the conversation on X @fiv...

In this episode we are looking at one of Freemasonry's progressive orders - The Mark Master Mason Degree, also known simply as "The Mark".We sit down with RW Bro Philip Wills, Provincial Grand Master of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Mark Master Masons of Warwickshire to ask "what is the Mark all about?", "how is it different to the craft?", "why would I join?" and how to join.Join in the conversation on Twitter @fiveofnineclub or by using #5of9Cast. © Five of Nine Club 2023.

Welcome to Season 2 of The Five of Nine Podcast!In this episode we are exploring what is commonly called "the completion of pure and ancient Freemasonry" - the Supreme Order of the Holy Royal Arch. You've probably heard of the Royal Arch and regularly hear it mentioned in your Lodge meetings, but what it is? Join us as we sit down with E Comp Nigel Hawkins and E Comp David Shakeshaft to explore the history of this beautiful order and how all Master Masons should consider the next step in...

In this, our final episode of Season 1 and our Christmas special, we are joined by the head of Freemasonry in Warwickshire - the Provincial Grand Master RW Bro Philip L Hall.Sit down with us as we discuss RW Bro Philip's Masonic journey, the relationship between the Craft and the Holy Royal Arch and get a behind the scenes look at the role of PGM. Our big question is, "What happens behind the scenes as a Provincial Grand Master?"The PGM also takes the opportunity to deliver a Christmas messag...

Welcome back to The Five of Nine Podcast - the official podcast of Warwickshire's New and Young Mason Club.In this episode Sean, James and Richard sit down with W Bro Peter Hughes - Regional Coordinator of the West Midlands for the Universities Scheme. We ask "What is the Universities Scheme?", "How is it different to the traditional way of joining Freemasonry?" and "What do I need to do if I want to set up a Universities Scheme Lodge?".Join us for a behind the scenes look into this special w...

In this episode, we look at one of Freemasonry's most central aspects - ritual. Where does our Masonic ritual come from? Why are there so many variations? When does a mistake become a Lodge tradition? How can we best learn the ritual?We sat down with W Bro John Emms - Past Assistant Provincial Grand Master of Warwickshire and Past Provincial Grand Director of Ceremonies to ask all these questions and more.You can donate to the Warwickshire 2023 festival by visiting https://fundraising.mcf.org...

In this episode, we're exploring one of Freemasonry's many social aspects - sport. Did you know that Warwickshire has its very own Rugby Football Club? WMRFC brings together Freemasons and potential candidates from across the Province to share their love of Rugby and Freemasonry.We sat down with WMRFC Secretary, Bro Rab Cooper and former Treasurer, W Bro Stuart Jenkins to discuss the idea behind forming the club, what it means to them and how you can get involved - no matter what your ability...

In this episode we're asking "Can women be Freemasons?" - well yes they can, but why do they join? How did they discover Freemasonry and what do they say to those who believe Freemasonry is exclusively for men?We are joined by Brother Katrina Marshall, a recently initiated Entered Apprentice in one of the two female Grand Lodges meeting in England.You can donate to our charity appeal by visiting https://fundraising.mcf.org.uk/Festival-E2018/Join the conversation on Twitter @fiveofnineclu...

Welcome to the Five of Nine Podcast!In this episode we're asking "Why do people join Freemasonry?". Twenty years ago if you wanted to become a Mason, you needed to ask someone you knew. Now our candidates come from increasingly diverse backgrounds. In the digital age, potential members discover Freemasonry through new online channels, including UGLE's recent National Digital Marketing Campaign.We are joined by W Bro Howard Smith, Assistant Provincial Grand Master of Warwickshire - respo...