Craftsmen Online Podcast

Leadership is one of the least talked about benefits of Freemasonry. In his presentation: "Convinced: The Science of Leadership,” WB Ted Cross explains that leadership is the ability to convince others to act. He moves beyond basic management, using research in behavioral economics and psychology to show how leaders win hearts and minds. Our discussion will provide methods on how you can change group behavior (and Lodge Meetings) through vision and storytelling. Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support.

Is your Lodge's Masonic education program truly providing Light? Or does it end with a monotonous reading from the ritual book? For many Masons, the deep, transformative promise of the Craft gets lost in the routine repetition of words without an exploration of their meaning. In this episode of Craftsmen Online, we talk with Brother Garrett Pottmeyer, Senior Warden and Lodge Education Officer of Grants Pass Lodge No. 84 in Oregon. Garrett is revitalizing his Lodge’s educational experience drawing inspiration from the work of W. L. Wilmshurst's classic "The Meaning of Masonry" and the practical wisdom of Kirk MacNulty's "Working the Way of the Craftsman." Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support.

Nothing tops when you connect with a Brother who shares the same passion for exploring a Masonic symbol. WB Cedric Jacobson walks us through Freemasonry's most profound and layered symbols: The Point Within a Circle. Bro. Cedric takes us deeper, moving beyond the surface-level explanation to reveal a deeper framework that connects the Mason to the celestial cycles of the sun, the patronage of the Holy Saints John, and the Great Architect’s divine Geometry. Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support.

Inspired by his article, "In Search of Light," Bro. Amer Abu-Houran expands on why the Truth sought in Masonry extends beyond traditional philosophical theories. Bro. Abu-Houran, who is also an educator, brings unique perspectives from his teaching of Theory of Knowledge and Computer Science to illuminate how order, reflection, and consistency form the foundation of integrity. Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support.

Bro. Sean Moody is a content creator and influential Traveling Man known online as Seanald Connery. He has built a massive following by providing high-value tech, finance, and life hacks. While he tells people he is, “just a guy living in a basement who's figured out lots and lots of hacks,” you'll quickly find out when I have given him the title of the “Most Interesting Traveling Man” I have ever met! Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support.

On this episode: RW Cliff Jacobs shares insights from nearly four decades of Masonic service. Our conversation uses the Sufi parable of the blind men and the elephant to explain different Masonic perspectives. We explore Bro. Cliff's journey through the York Rite, Scottish Rite, his service to the Grand Lodge of New York, and esoteric studies. Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support.

WB Reed Endersbe is the co-host of the Minnesota Masonic Histories and Mysteries Podcast. He serves as a Regional Director for the Grand Lodge of Minnesota. Our conversation explores the origins and important figures of Minnesota Freemasonry. We discuss why history is a primary interest for Freemasons. We also examine Freemasonry’s wider impact through charity and community service. Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support. Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagram

WB Jorge Manuel Molina Aguilar, recently published a profound article in The Square Magazine titled "Transformational Leadership in Contemporary Freemasonry." Bro. Jorge joins us to discuss how the Craft, by its very nature, is a school for a specific kind of leadership, one that does not impose but inspires. Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support. Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagram

The 1798 Irish Rebellion was a watershed moment of bloody conflict, inspired by the revolutions in America and France. But behind the scenes, its organizational DNA came from a surprising source: a Masonic Lodge. Worshipful Brother David de Hosson, a first-generation Irish-American, joins us to uncover the hidden history of how the United Irish Society—the engine of the rebellion—was founded almost entirely by Freemasons. Learn how they used the fraternity's structure, secrecy, and networks to spread radical ideas of liberty and equality across Ireland. Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support. Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagram

Bro. Matthew Brockbank returns to tackle a topic that's both timely and crucial for the health of our Fraternity: bridging the generation gap. From the wisdom of our seasoned Baby Boomers to the energy and innovation of Millennials, Freemasonry is a tapestry woven from diverse experiences. Find out how multigenerational Lodges have discovered the key to unlock knowledge and form amazing friendships. Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support. Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagram

Set against the backdrop of King Solomon's monumental and often brutal Temple construction, "Vile and Impious Wretches: A Novel of King Solomon‘s Temple and the Ancient Middle East," authored by RW Michael A. Czech, is a fictional story that explores the lives of three Craftsmen who murdered Grand Master Hiram Abiff. We explore his unique blend of Masonic education, history, symbolism, and lore into a story very familiar to Freemasons. Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support. Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagram

Have you ever visited a Lodge in another state and noticed small, yet distinct, differences in the ritual? Or wondered why, despite these differences, the core ceremony feels so familiar from coast to coast? The answer to both questions can largely be traced back to a pivotal, yet often overlooked, event: the Baltimore Convention of 1843. In this episode, we journey back in time with Masonic author, WB Nathan St. Pierre ("Harmony in the Hive"), to understand this crucial turning point in American Freemasonry. This national convention was an ambitious attempt to unify and standardize Masonic ritual across a rapidly expanding United States. Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support. Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagram

Masonic Education is a driving theme on this season of the Craftsmen Online Podcast. As many Master Masons find a gap between the Light promised during initiation and the reality of Lodge life, they seek external study. WB Metal Drew returns to discuss going beyond ritual memorization to discovering your path to becoming a Craftsman. Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support. Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagram

We're joined by a fellow Craftsmen Online podcaster, Bro. Brian Mattocks, the host of "A Mason's Work." Bro. Brian is a Master mason who took his oath seriously. After becoming a Mason, he started making the Masonic Reflection Deck — an exquisite collection of 42 handcrafted cards, each imbued with the timeless symbols of Freemasonry. Each symbol is a key, unlocking new perspectives on daily challenges, long-term aspirations, and the pursuit of wisdom. In this episode, Brian walks us through his deck and how to elevate our journey of self-development. Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support. Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagram

How did King Solomon's masons really cut the stones for the Temple? What if a mythical bird and a piece of wood from paradise were the answer? This week, we explore the Kebra Negast with Masonic author Bro. Austin R. Shifrin, who sheds light on a fascinating chapter from his new book, "No Common Fire." Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support. Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagram

Join us for a groundbreaking conversation with Right Worshipful Brothers Kanjin Cederman, Fahimul Islam, and Yatri Trivedi – the Grand Lodge of New York's first Buddhist, Muslim, and Hindu Grand Chaplains. In this inspiring episode, we explore their unique journeys to Freemasonry, the significance of their groundbreaking appointments, and how their diverse spiritual paths enrich the timeless principles of the fraternity. Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support. Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagram

This is the first “murder mystery” episode on our podcast and there is no bigger story in Freemasonry than “the Morgan Affair.” This year marks the 200th anniversary of the 1826 disappearance of William Morgan, an event that ignited a firestorm of anti-Masonic sentiment and nearly destroyed the fraternity in America. To separate fact from fiction, we are honored to host Dr. Ann Bunch, author of the definitive work, "The William Morgan Affair: Masonic Mystery in Upstate New York." She’ll lead us through her investigation, sorting the historical truth of the event, its devastating aftermath, and how Modern Freemasonrs can acknowledge this pivotal moment in the history of our Ancient and Gentle Craft. Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support. Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagram

Hot takes alert! Does the study of Kabbalah, Tarot, and other esoteric traditions have a place in modern Freemasonry, or is it, as our guest argues, a "big stupid distraction from one's actual Masonic work"? We sit down with WB Bull Garlington, author of the provocative white paper "Messoterica." Listen as Bro. Bull makes the brutal case that the modern obsession with esoterica is nothing more than “a waste of time.” Show notes and links: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support. Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagram

Who will be #1? Last week, we kicked off our annual countdown of the Top 10 Most Listened to Craftsmen Online Podcast episodes of 2025. Our annual tradition continues this week as we reveal the Top 5 episodes... working our way to Number One! Want to hear the full Top 5 episodes? Click on the links below to listen on Spotify. Enjoy! Top 5 Most Listened to Craftsmen Online Podcast Episodes for 2025: 5. RW Rev. Kanjin Cederman — Square and Compass, Mind and Buddha 4. WB Metal Drew - Corn, Wine and Oil: Decoding the Wages of a Master Mason 3. WB Will Rothery - "Now What?" The First Steps After Your Third Degree 2. Bro. Matthew Brockbank — Survey Says: Why Are Men Leaving Lodges and What We Can Do To Get Them Back 1. WB Nathan St. Pierre — How Preston-Webb Ritual Shaped American Freemasonry Season 6 of the Craftsmen Online Podcast starts next Monday (01/12), with WB Bull Garlington and our episode on "Messoterica: Why Esoteric Study is a Waste of Time." Have a safe and happy New Year! Show notes: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support. Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagram

We kickoff our annual year-end tradition, counting down the Top 10 Most Listened to Craftsmen Online Podcast episodes of the year! Join RW Michael Arce, as we start with episodes #10-6 this week. Want to hear the full episodes of our finalists? You can click the link below and enjoy! The Most Listened to Craftsmen Online Podcast Episodes of 2025 10. WB Nathan Schick — Moses, the Fire Bush, and the Secret Name of God 9. Bro Chris Ruli — Forging a Nation Masonic Leadership During American Political Crises 8. Agueybana Lodge UD - The First Puerto Rican Lodge in the Grand Lodge of New York 7. Bro. Jason Short - Freemasonry's Mystic Tie: A Band of Brothers 6. Bro. Angel Millar — Unveiling Memphis-Misraim We pick up the countdown with the Top Five Most Listened to Craftsmen Online Podcast Episodes next Monday. Season 6 starts Monday, January 12, 2026. Have a safe and happy New Year! Show notes: Join us on PatreonCraftsmen Online website Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagramCraftsmen Online NewsletterEmail the host, RW Michael Arce Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/craftsmen-online-podcast--4822031/support. Craftsmen Online Podcast on SpotifyCraftsmen Online Podcast on Apple PodcastsCraftsmen Online on YouTubeInstagram