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A well-delivered Ritual is at the heart of Freemasonry and the way in which a Director of Ceremonies guides and encourages members of the Lodge can make all the difference to the experience and enjoyment of the Brethren. Grand Director of Ceremonies for the United Grand Lodge of England, VW Bro Charles Hopkinson-Woolley reveals the secrets of a good ceremony, a harmonious Lodge and the importance of the “Redman Test”. Recorded 5th September 2023. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

The history of Freemasonry in the Eastern Archipelago is closely related to the East India Company, when their administrators, sailors and soldiers formed Masonic lodges in the region. With a territory covering Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand, and encompassing 5 different languages, District Grand Master of Eastern Archipelago, RW Bro Dato Jeyaraj Ratnaswamy shares his thoughts on how Freemasonry unites Brethren from diverse cultures. "...we are also of all Nations, Tongues, Kindreds, and Languages, and are resolv’d against all Politicks, as what never yet conduc’d to the Welfare of the Lodge, nor ever will." (The Constitutions of the Free-Masons, 1723) RW Bro Dato Jeyaraj Ratnaswamy was born in Kuala Lumpur, attended the University of Sunderland, England and then the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia where he received a Masters in Finance. He was initiated in Freemasonry in 1986 and was installed as the RW District Grand Master & Grand Superintendent by the Assistant Grand Master Sir David Hugh Wootton, on 20th February 2016. In 2009 he was bestowed with the honorific of “Dato” by the HRH Sultan of Pahang for his active participation business circles and supporting numerous charitable homes for the aged and orphanages, both in Malaysia and Overseas. Recorded 8th August 2023. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

MW Bro Akram Elias, Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Washington, D.C., discusses the significance of the 1723 Constitutions to the Founding Fathers during the formation of the United States of America and why the tenets of Freemasonry are so important today. Recorded on 4th July 2023. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

For Freemasons, there are four important values that help define their path through life: Integrity, Friendship, Respect and Charity. Author, editor, researcher and Freemason Philippa Lee discusses how these values were put into practice in the early 20th century, by both male and female Freemasons, to advance the cause of women’s suffrage. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Involvement with charitable causes have been a way of life for David Medlock since childhood and continues in his position of Managing Trustee of the Medlock Charitable Trust. He studied Environmental Health at Salford University, becoming an Environmental Health Officer before joining his family's engineering design company. Deputy Lieutenant of Somerset since December 2008 and Vice Lord Lieutenant from 2012-18, David was also High Sheriff of Somerset from 2007-08. After this long and illustrious career in business and philanthropy, we ask the Assistant Grand Master what new challenges he is most looking forward to in his recent appointment. Recorded 23rd May 2023. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Meet the Science Fiction & Fantasy Lodge, the Nomads Rugby Lodge, and Craft Beer / Horus Lodge and find out about the world of Special Interest Lodges. Recorded 18th April 2023. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Geoffrey Dearing was initiated into Freemasonry in February 1974 into a Lodge in East Kent and was appointed Past Assistant Grand Registrar in 1994. In 2011, Geoffrey was appointed Provincial Grand Master and Grand Superintendent for East Kent. Appointed to the Board of General Purposes by the Grand Master, he became President of the Board on 1 January 2018. We talk to him about the inner workings of the Board of General Purposes - it's structure and committees and how it guides the Craft. In particular we'll focus on membership retention and how delivering of the Seven Year Strategy will create a bright future for UGLE. Recorded 21st March 2023. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

2023 marks the Tercentenary of the publication in London of the "1723 Constitutions". Dr Ric Berman discusses the importance of this document from the Enlightenment to the present day. Recorded 21st February 2023. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Following the launch of the 7-year strategic roadmap for the Craft and Royal Arch, the new Pro Grand Master, Jonathan Spence, outlines his mission to ensure that UGLE remains a thriving organisation. Recorded 10th January 2023. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Four newly minted Freemasons with diverse backgrounds and careers, discuss why they became Freemasons and how it enhances their lives. Recorded 22nd November 2022. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

James R. Morgan III, Grand Historian and Archivist of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of the District of Columbia, traces the history of Black Freemasonry in the USA from the 18th century to the present day. Recorded 18th October 2022. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Deputy Grand Secretary of the United Grand Lodge of England, VW Bro Graham Redman, is the foremost authority on Masonic protocol. Listen to hear his thoughts on the importance of Masonic convention and how to avoid common faux pas. Recorded 27th September 2022 Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Another illuminating discussion on the long history of Freemasonry in Ghana, West Africa and across the continent as we meet RW Brother Isaac Hood, District Grand Master of Ghana. Recorded 2nd August 2022. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Sir Michael Snyder had an illustrious career in finance and the City of London before becoming the leader of London Freemasons. Listen to hear his thoughts on Freemasonry in London and further afield. Recorded 12th July 2022. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

In the month of the Platinum Jubilee (June 2022), Brody talks to Prestonian Lecturer, Dr John Hawkins about the instrinsic links between Freemasonry and the Royal Family throughout history. Recorded 14th June 2022. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

District Grand Master of Cyprus, RW Bro Michael Hadjiconstantas, shares his thoughts on the UGLE Districts and tells us about the customes and traditions of Freemasonry in Cyprus. Recorded 17th May 2022. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Sir David Wootton, former Lord Mayor of London, rowing enthusiast and President of the UGLE Universities Scheme discusses his life in Freemasonry. Recorded 19th April 2022. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

An interview with the Grand Chancellor, VW Bro LtCdr Paul Engeham, UGLE's "Foreign Secretary" who shares anecdotes from his journey across the world of Freemasonry. Recorded 15th March 2022. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Excellent Companion Patrick Penny, Chair of the Membership and Communications Working Party, shares his insights into the Royal Arch today and what plans there are for the future. Recorded 22 February 2022. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

UGLE Director of Communications and Marketing, Michelle Worvell discusses her "outsider looking in" approach to promoting Freemasonry to the wider public. Recorded 11th January 2022. Look out on our social feeds for details of upcoming live webinars and how to register or head to Solomon and click "Discover Freemasonry". Twitter: SolomonUGLE Facebook: SolomonUGLE This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm