
The Masonic Roundtable - Freemasonry Today for Today's Freemasons
The Masonic Roundtable is a weekly panel of Masons from around the United States who discuss the latest and greatest in Masonic news, events, scholarship, and happenings. Join the conversation!
Latest episodes

Jan 31, 2025 • 1h 1min
The Masonic Roundtable - 0499 - The Platonic Solids
Learn about the third dimension of geometry and how these ancient shapes hold mystical meanings and symbolism that we can use to improve ourselves. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

Jan 24, 2025 • 1h 20min
The Masonic Roundtable - 0498 - Masonic Research 201
Building on Jason's Masonic Research 101, this week, we bring in special guest Chris Ruli to discuss further considerations for good, reliable Masonic research. You won't want to miss this one!

Jan 17, 2025 • 1h 3min
The Masonic Roundtable - 0497 - Lodge Culture
By now, you should know that you should "shop around" to find a good lodge fit and one that has the "Lodge Culture" you're looking for. But what do we mean by "culture?" And can it be deliberate? Can it be changed? Let's find out!

Jan 10, 2025 • 1h 6min
The Masonic Roundtable - 0496 - New Officer Lines
It's that time of year, time for Masonic lodge officers to take new stations and carry on their duties. But everything new does not always come easy! Let's discuss the lessons learned and pitfalls of having new, and sometimes completely unprepared, officers for the upcoming year.

Jan 3, 2025 • 1h 2min
The Masonic Roundtable - 0495 - New Year Resolutions Pt. 10
Let's go crush 2025! We listen, and we don't judge as we go into 2025 with new hopes, ideas, and goals. We are very demure and very mindful.

Dec 20, 2024 • 55min
The Masonic Roundtable - 0494 - Table Lodges and Festive Boards
There's nothing better than breaking bread with your brethren! Let's talk about the table lodge movement, how festive boards differ, and how YOU can bring this experience to your lodge and make it unique!

Dec 13, 2024 • 1h
The Masonic Roundtable - 0493 - What's With All The Aprons?
Masonic aprons are great. Have you noticed how certain jurisdictions have rules and regulations on how specific your apron should be? I know, right? We'll explore the pros and cons of this approach and how to honor the fraternity (as long as you're grand lodge compliant!).

Dec 6, 2024 • 1h 5min
The Masonic Roundtable - 0492 - John Sherer
In this captivating historical discussion, we dive into the enigmatic life of John Sherer, a notable Freemason whose contributions left a lasting imprint on the Masonic tradition and beyond. Join us as we uncover Sherer’s role within the Freemason fraternity, examine his influence on 19th-century society, and analyze how his legacy continues to inspire today.

Nov 29, 2024 • 58min
The Masonic Roundtable - 0491 - Stoicism
Stoicism has had a renewed interest lately. Learn how stoicism has influenced Freemasonry, how today's "broicism" is getting it wrong, and how to apply some of the lessons and practices in order to subdue your passions out in the world.

Nov 15, 2024 • 59min
The Masonic Roundtable - 0490 - William Morgan ...Alive?
You may know about William Morgan, the infamous Freemason who was the catalyst for centuries of anti-masonic hysteria, but do you know what ACTUALLY happened to him after he "disappeared?" Find out clues to the answer with masonic author and historian, Steve Harrison! Contact Steve @ stevenLHarrison@gmail.com The book will be called, "An Imperfect Storm." It will be released in January 2025. The easiest way to get a copy is to join the Missouri Lodge of Research, as it will be given and distributed to all members, free of charge. Hardcover, dust jacket, over 400 pages! Join MOLOR.org