X-Oriente http://www.xoriente.com X-Oriente (Ex Oriente) means "From the East." X-Oriente is a half-hour Podcast (MP3) dedicated to those Freemasons who are young (and young at heart). Feeder 1.5.8(724) http://reinventedsoftware.com/feeder/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en-us 2006, Eric Diamond Tue, 17 Feb 2009 14:21:16 -0600 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 14:21:16 -0600 Philosophy http://www.xoriente.org/rss/XOriente_144.jpg X-Oriente http://www.xoriente.com 144 143 Eric Diamond The New Voice of Brotherhood X-Oriente (Ex Oriente) means "From the East." X-Oriente is a half-hour Podcast (MP3) dedicated to those Freemasons who are young (and young at heart). Freemasonry, Freemason, masonry, masonic, fraternal no Eric Diamond eric@firstwater.net http://feeds2.feedburner.com/xoriente no 032: Report from Masonic Week Tue, 17 Feb 2009 14:20:50 -0600 032-report-from-maosnic-week Eric Diamond Highlights of Masonic Week 2009 Another quick episode of some of the highlights of Masonic Week which took place in Alexandria, Virginia (Washington DC area) no 28:12 031: Reflections on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2 episodes in a week? Am I nuts? (Don't answer that!)

Today's episode is a quick one...I was thinking about the legacy of our brother Dr. King, and my childhood, white guilt, putting a name to race, and Masonry and the inauguration tomorrow...and it was all swirling around in my head. So I decided to get it out onto an MP3 and share my thoughts with you and maybe spark some conversations between you and your brothers. Please share your thoughts and reflections too.

And Happy MLKJ Day!

]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2009 18:05:40 -0600 031-reflections-on-martin-luther-king-jr-day Eric Diamond Reflections on Race, Masonry and Bro. Martin Luther King Jr. Reflections on Race, Masonry and Bro. Martin Luther King Jr. no 13:46 030: Masonic AntiPatterns 1--People Fri, 16 Jan 2009 11:30:19 -0600 030-masonic-antipatterns-1people Eric Diamond Masonic AnitPatterns Part 1: People no 27:25 029: Christmas Music Special 2008 Wed, 24 Dec 2008 11:15:29 -0600 029-christmas-music-special-2008 Eric Diamond 2008 Christmas Music Special Happy Holidays everybody! no 37:42 028: Believing In Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:01:03 -0600 028-believing-in Eric Diamond The nature of belief and why it is important to the Craft Belief in God is a foundation of the Craft. but what exactly is belief and why is it so important? In this episode we talk to some experts on the nature of belief. no 43:07 027: West Virginia 027-west-virginia Eric Diamond The situation in West Virginia and an interview with I.M. Hiram. no 36:17 026: An Evening With Brother "Iceman" I spent an evening with M.W. Bro. Jerry Butler. I went to learn more about Prince Hall Masonry, about the differences between Prince Hall Masonry and the "European Brethren". I left learning more about what makes us the same, and the truly Universal nature of the Craft.

Thanks to Bro Butler, Bro. Priester for granting me the time, Thanks to Arc Music Group for permission to play Bro. Butler's music in the show.

]]> Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:44:11 -0500 026-an-evening-with-brother-iceman Eric Diamond An evening with MW Bro. Jerry Butler, PGM of MWPHGL of Illinois I spent an evening with M.W. Bro. Jerry Butler. I went to learn more about Prince Hall Masonry. I left knowing more about my own relationship to Masonry. no 1:02:26 025: 3rd Annual Christmas Music Special It is that time of the year again, brethren! Time for the 3rd Annual X-Oriente Christmas Music Special! The pickings this year were slimmer than in the past, but I still found with some pretty decent selections. Please enjoy these and have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Music Selections

"I'll be home for Christmas," by Twisted Sister

"Merry Christmas Song" by Vanessa Van Spall

"Looks Like Christmas." by Winzinreid, or the Hollywood Drunks

"O Come All Ye Faithful," by Mary Ellen

"Feels Like Christmas," by Rusty Bladen

"Drinking Up Christmas," by The Dwarves

"My Own Merry Christmas," by Geoff Smith

]]> Mon, 24 Dec 2007 15:24:19 -0600 025-3rd-annual-christmas-music-special Merry Christmas! Happy New Year! It is that time of the year again, brethren! Time for the 3rd Annual X-Oriente Christmas Music Special! The pickings this year were slimmer than in the past, but I still found with some pretty decent selections. Please enjoy these and have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year! no 31:04 024: In the Interests of the Brethren Sun, 23 Dec 2007 10:10:35 -0600 024-in-the-interests-of-the-brethren X-Oriente After an abortive Episode 023, here is a classic Rudyard Kipling story to help us get back to what's important. New theme music too. no 41:17 022: Subduing Our Passions Mon, 03 Dec 2007 13:05:47 -0600 022-subduing-our-passions Eric Diamond no 26:03 021: Speaking of Complete Idiots and the Media... Sat, 03 Nov 2007 01:53:38 -0500 http://www.xoriente.org/rss/021.mp3 Eric Diamond Brent Morris speaks about what it was like to write a book "...for Complete Idiots" and talks about his experiences with the media. Presented Oct. 5, 2007 at the Illinois Lodge of Research in Springfield, Illinois. Freemasonry, Freemason, masonry, masonic, fraternal no 53:43 020: How to Think Critically Fri, 21 Sep 2007 22:09:28 -0500 Philosophy http://www.xoriente.org/rss/020.mp3 X-Oriente Critical thinking tools and a challenge Freemasonry, Freemason, masonry, masonic, fraternal no 46:52 019: The Importance of Thinking Critically Sun, 29 Jul 2007 23:05:29 -0500 Philosophy http://www.xoriente.org/rss/019.mp3 X-Oriente Freemasons think critically and independently Critical thinking is one of those things that Freemasons were famous for. Now it is time for us again be the stewards of independent thinking. Freemasonry, Freemason, masonry, masonic, fraternal no 38:04 018: The Enemy of Freemasonry Thu, 14 Jun 2007 15:20:55 -0500 Philosophy http://www.xoriente.org/rss/018.mp3 X-Oriente What is the enemy of Freemasonry? Freemasonry, Freemason, masonry, masonic, fraternal no 20:29 017m: Christian Mysticism and High Degrees Wed, 07 Feb 2007 00:29:57 -0600 http://www.xoriente.org/rss/017m.mp3 X-Oriente Now back on the feed! Live (sort of) from Washington DC! This is an event sponsored by Benjamin B. French Lodge No. 15 in Washington DC. (Returned to the feed) Freemasonry, Freemason, masonry, masonic, fraternal no 1:14:32 016: Web Apps for Masons Mon, 05 Feb 2007 14:10:32 -0600 Philosophy http://www.xoriente.org/rss/016.mp3 X-Oriente Double episode: Useful online apps for Masonic lodges One of the most important tasks of any lodge is to communicate effectively with their members. The web offers tons of great tools to help Masons do just that. Many of these tools are cheap or even free of charge (usually if you put up with some advertising). In this, the first of several episodes we'll do from time to time, we review some tools to help your Lodge keep a calendar, manage email lists and start a trestleboard-style blog. Freemasonry, Freemason, masonry, masonic, fraternal no 1:00:52 015x: Xmas Special 2006 http://www.xoriente.com Podsafe Music Network, except our Hanukkah song, which can be ordered on iTunes and found at the LeeVees own web site. Check out the new video for "How Do You Spell Channukkkah?" on YouTube, and buy the album. Even if you're not Jewish, it still tastes great. Kind of like a fresh bagel. Also the MP3 file is a little larger than normal...I ripped it in stereo so you can enjoy the music with slightly more quality. Peace on Earth, Good Will Toward All! See you in 2007! ]]> Sun, 24 Dec 2006 13:31:21 -0600 Philosophy http://www.xoriente.org/rss/015x_b.mp3 X-Oriente Our 2nd Annual Christmas Music Special I am pleased to bring you the Second Annual Christmas Music Special filled with the best holiday music the net has to offer. I hope 2006 has been good to you and I look forward to a 2007 filled with light and brotherhood. All the music heard today can be found at the <a href="http://music.podshow.com">Podsafe Music Network</a>, except our Hanukkah song, which can be ordered on iTunes and found at the LeeVees own web site. Check out the <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7JiDBi_v4c">new video</a> for "How Do You Spell Channukkkah?" on YouTube, and buy the album. Even if you're not Jewish, it still tastes great. Kind of like a fresh bagel. Also the MP3 file is a little larger than normal...I ripped it in stereo so you can enjoy the music with slightly more quality. Peace on Earth, Good Will Toward All! See you in 2007! Freemasonry, Freemason, masonry, masonic, fraternal no 37:29 014: RANT! Thu, 16 Nov 2006 01:21:56 -0600 Society and Culture http://www.xoriente.org/rss/014.mp3 X-Oriente In which your host rants about things in Masonry that are bugging him It's been a difficult couple of months for some parts of masonry and so this episode is a bit of a rant. But check out the end of the show for details on the Masonic Playlist Challenge! Freemasonry, Freemason, masonry, masonic, fraternal no 33:29 013: Pssst! Gossip! http://www.xoriente.com Fri, 01 Sep 2006 21:12:48 -0500 Society and Culture http://www.xoriente.org/rss/013.mp3 X-Oriente Gossip is a huge threat to harmony in the Lodge. So why do we do it? Have you heard the latest Gossip? Do you really want to? Why? In this episode we explore gossip: why it is harmful and why it can threaten the harmony of the lodge. Gossip is bad for the gossiper, the gossipee, the person hearing it, the person passing it on, and the Fraternity as a whole. It goes against our values as Masons and our Obligations. So why do we do it? Special guest: Bro. (and Reverend) Timothy Bonney Freemasonry, Freemason, masonry, masonic, fraternal no 30:27 012: It's About Time 3 paper called "It's About Time! Moving Masonry into the 21st Century" This paper is different and important. It's the first paper I've read in a long time that takes a truly critical look at the problems of our fraternity without a partisan position. It dovetails nicely with the goals here at X-Oriente, so we're going to take an in-depth look at the paper in its entirety. This is part 3 of a 3-part series. AND IT'S ABOUT TIME!!! ]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2006 23:17:38 -0500 Society and Culture http://www.xoriente.org/rss/012.mp3 X-Oriente The 3rd and final part of It's About Time, and it's about time! Recently, a special task force from the Masonic Information Center (MIC), part of the Masonic Service Association published a <a href="http://www.msana.com/itsabouttime.htm">paper</a> called "It's About Time! Moving Masonry into the 21st Century" This paper is different and important. It's the first paper I've read in a long time that takes a truly critical look at the problems of our fraternity without a partisan position. It dovetails nicely with the goals here at X-Oriente, so we're going to take an in-depth look at the paper in its entirety. This is part 3 of a 3-part series. AND IT'S ABOUT TIME!!! Freemasonry, Freemason, masonry, masonic, fraternal no 46:24 011: It's About Time! Part 2 paper called "It's About Time! Moving Masonry into the 21st Century" This paper is different and important. It's the first paper I've read in a long time that takes a truly critical look at the problems of our fraternity without a partisan position. It dovetails nicely with the goals here at X-Oriente, so we're going to take an in-depth look at the paper in its entirety. This is part 2 of a 3-part series. ]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2006 21:32:17 -0500 Society and Culture http://www.xoriente.org/rss/011.mp3 Eric Diamond My travels in New York; Tribute to Bro. Crawford; Part 2 of It's About Time Recently, a special task force from the Masonic Information Center (MIC), part of the Masonic Service Association published a <a href="http://www.msana.com/itsabouttime.htm">paper</a> called "It's About Time! Moving Masonry into the 21st Century" This paper is different and important. It's the first paper I've read in a long time that takes a truly critical look at the problems of our fraternity without a partisan position. It dovetails nicely with the goals here at X-Oriente, so we're going to take an in-depth look at the paper in its entirety. This is part 2 of a 3-part series. Freemasonry, Freemason, masonry, masonic, fraternal no 52:08 010: It's About Time! Part 1 paper called "It's About Time! Moving Masonry into the 21st Century" This paper is different and important. It's the first paper I've read in a long time that takes a truly critical look at the problems of our fraternity without a partisan position. It dovetails nicely with the goals here at X-Oriente, so we're going to take an in-depth look at the paper in its entirety. This will probably be a 3-part series. Aslo did you miss the Secrets of the Freemasons that aired this week on National Geographic Channel? Well you didn't miss much.]]> Thu, 18 May 2006 21:00:37 -0500 Society and Culture http://www.xoriente.org/rss/010.mp3 X-Oriente Review of Secrets of the Freemasons; Part 1 of MIC paper It's About Time Recently, a special task force from the Masonic Information Center (MIC), part of the Masonic Service Association published a <a href="http://www.msana.com/itsabouttime.htm">paper</a> called "It's About Time! Moving Masonry into the 21st Century" This paper is different and important. It's the first paper I've read in a long time that takes a truly critical look at the problems of our fraternity without a partisan position. It dovetails nicely with the goals here at X-Oriente, so we're going to take an in-depth look at the paper in its entirety. This will probably be a 3-part series. Aslo did you miss the <em>Secrets of the Freemasons</em> that aired this week on National Geographic Channel? Well you didn't miss much. Freemasonry, Freemason, masonry, masonic, fraternal no 37:56 009: Movie Night part 2 Good Morning America. How did we do? We'll explore what GMA had to say and our answers to their questions. Also we'll conclude our interview with Bro. Michael Toth. He is the Writer/Director of The Freemasons: The Mystery Myth and Legend. In the next show we will take a look at a very important paper. Published by a special task force of the Masonic Information Center Steering Committee, this paper address the problem of public awareness and Freemasonry and what we must do to succeed. I believe this is a great opportunity for us to take a look at some very useful and important ideas. You can download a PDF of the paper at The Masonic Information Center page. Look on the right hand side for the download link. I recommend you read it before you listen to the next episode as we will be looking at this paper in depth. Think of it as your first X-Oriente homework assignment! ;-) Show Notes: 00:00 Intro: help us spread the word! 01:10 Good Morning, America! Masonic Skullduggery? 03:30 Richard Fletcher's comments on GMA 06:00 Brent Morris on why Freemasonry's numbers are declining 07:50 My take on the GMA segment 08:23 A homework assignment and shout out to Pythagoras Lodge No. 1464 in Athens, Greece (errata: I said in the show that Pythagoras was No.1461 not 1464. I regret the error. Sorry Pythagoras!) 10:11 Geek out! The hardware and software I use to create X-Oriente 14:19 Continuing the interview with Michael Toth 16:30 The impact that film has had 18:50 Technical aspects of making the film 24:05 Challenges in making the film 28:00 Freemasonry in the US. and in other countries 33.12: Taking Masonry Seriously 34:40 Portraying Masonic ritual in the film 35:35 The documentary style 41:00 Dreaming of a Masonic feature film 44:15 How to get the film 46:00 Wrap up 46:55 Outro (enhanced) If you would like to order a copy of The Freemasons, The Mystery Myth and Truth you can get it on DVD (All regions NTSC) for $24.95 + $4 shipping at their web site. (Note: International shipping may be more...contact masondvd@freemasonsfilm.com for more info) Music: Theme music by Charlie Crowe "Honolulu Shuffle" by Kaimoku Music of the Spheres by Music of the Spheres, available at Magnatune.com Outro: Joy, by Charlie Crowe]]> Sun, 23 Apr 2006 16:47:18 -0500 Society and Culture http://www.xoriente.org/rss/009.mp3 X-Oriente Good Morning America Segment; conclusion of interview with Michael Toth, Masonic filmmaker This past week Freemasonry figured prominently on<em> Good Morning America.</em> How did we do? We'll explore what GMA had to say and our answers to their questions. Also we'll conclude our interview with Bro. Michael Toth. He is the Writer/Director of <em>The Freemasons: The Mystery Myth and Legend. </em> In the next show we will take a look at a very important paper. Published by a special task force of the Masonic Information Center Steering Committee, this paper address the problem of public awareness and Freemasonry and what we must do to succeed. I believe this is a great opportunity for us to take a look at some very useful and important ideas. You can download a PDF of the paper at <a href="http://www.msana.com/itsabouttime.htm">The Masonic Information Center page.</a> Look on the right hand side for <a href="http://www.msana.com/downloads/abouttime.pdf">the download link.</a> I recommend you read it before you listen to the next episode as we will be looking at this paper in depth. Think of it as your first <em>X-Oriente</em> homework assignment! ;-) <strong>Show Notes:</strong> 00:00 Intro: help us spread the word! 01:10 <em>Good Morning, America!</em> Masonic Skullduggery? 03:30 Richard Fletcher's comments on GMA 06:00 Brent Morris on why Freemasonry's numbers are declining 07:50 My take on the <em>GMA</em> segment 08:23 A homework assignment and shout out to Pythagoras Lodge No. 1464 in Athens, Greece (errata: I said in the show that Pythagoras was No.1461 not 1464. I regret the error. Sorry Pythagoras!) 10:11 Geek out! The hardware and software I use to create <em>X-Oriente</em> 14:19 Continuing the interview with Michael Toth 16:30 The impact that film has had 18:50 Technical aspects of making the film 24:05 Challenges in making the film 28:00 Freemasonry in the US. and in other countries 33.12: Taking Masonry Seriously 34:40 Portraying Masonic ritual in the film 35:35 The documentary style 41:00 Dreaming of a Masonic feature film 44:15 How to get the film 46:00 Wrap up 46:55 Outro (enhanced) If you would like to order a copy of<em> The Freemasons, The Mystery Myth and Truth</em> you can get it on DVD (All regions NTSC) for $24.95 + $4 shipping at their <a href="http://www.freemasonsfilm.com/">web site.</a> (Note: International shipping may be more...contact masondvd@freemasonsfilm.com for more info) Music: Theme music by <a href="http://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=1b4307d1bf8a06ce5826c8c461150b9d">Charlie Crowe</a> "Honolulu Shuffle" by <a href="http://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=8df310abecab3f699196df09d6b77a01">Kaimoku</a> Music of the Spheres by <a href="http://magnatune.com/artists/albums/spheres-spheres/">Music of the Spheres,</a> available at Magnatune.com Outro: <a href="http://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=1b4307d1bf8a06ce5826c8c461150b9d">Joy</a>, by Charlie Crowe Freemasonry, Freemason, masonry, masonic, fraternal no 54:33 008: Movie Night http://www.xoriente.com Fri, 14 Apr 2006 15:53:24 -0500 Society and Culture http://www.xoriente.org/rss/008.mp3 XOriente Interview with Masonic Filmmaker Michael Toth There are plenty of History Channel documentaries out there that proport to tell the story of Freemasonry. In 1991 W. Bro. I. Michael Toth in cooperation with other brethren and the Grand Lodge of Illinois produced an hour-long film entitled "Unseen Journey." Shot on film (not video), the production featured the late John Robinson, author of "Born in Blood." Now that 1991 film has been recut by the director and given a new title, "The Freemasons: The Mystery Myth and Legend." This episode is Part I of an interview with Bro Toth. Freemasonry, Masonic, fraternal, freemason, masonry, documentary no 41:14 007: Fundamentalism and Freemasonry Part 2 http://www.xoriente.com Sun, 26 Mar 2006 13:38:00 -0600 Society and Culture http://www.xoriente.org/rss/007.mp3 X-Oriente In Part 2, We take a look at a Masonic Fundamentalist group that has split off from the mainstream of Freemasonry. Also, a recap of Masonic Week and the Mortar & Pestle Degree! In Part 2, We take a look at a Masonic Fundamentalist group that has split off from the mainstream of Freemasonry. Also, a recap of Masonic Week and the Mortar & Pestle Degree! no 34:55 006: Fundamentalism and Freemasonry Part 1 http://www.xoriente.com Wed, 08 Feb 2006 23:21:18 -0600 Society and Culture http://www.xoriente.org/rss/006.mp3 X-Oriente Fundamentalism is very bad for free, democratic societies, and it is bad for Freemasonry. In part 1 of this multi-part series, we'll explore the nature of fundamentalism, and its definition Freemasonry, fundmantalism, Masonry, fraternal no 31:19 005: The Perfect Storm The opinions expressed in this show are strictly those of X-Oriente and its editorial staff, and do not reflect those of any Lodge, Grand Lodge or appendant body.]]> Sat, 21 Jan 2006 12:02:29 -0600 Society and Culture http://www.xoriente.org/rss/XO_005.mp3 X-Oriente Dan Brown's next book is about Freemasonry. Are we ready for the publicity? Are we ready for the onslaught of movies and books about Freemasonry? Between National Treasure, National Treasure 2 and Dan Brown's next book, we're gonna see publicity for Masonry the likes we have not seen in a hundred years. It could be the best thing that ever happened to us, or a disaster. Are we ready for it? Show notes are at http://www.xoriente.com <i>The opinions expressed in this show are strictly those of X-Oriente and its editorial staff, and do not reflect those of any Lodge, Grand Lodge or appendant body.</i> DaVinci, Code, Freemasonry, Publicity no 28:19 004: Christmas Music Special The opinions expressed in this show are strictly those of X-Oriente and its editorial staff, and do not reflect those of any Lodge, Grand Lodge or appendant body.]]> Fri, 23 Dec 2005 10:09:00 -0600 Society and Culture http://www.xoriente.org/rss/Xmas1FINAL.mp3 Eric Diamond Our last hurrah to the musical portion of the show: a collection of Christmas songs for the Brothers and their loved ones <i>The opinions expressed in this show are strictly those of X-Oriente and its editorial staff, and do not reflect those of any Lodge, Grand Lodge or appendant body.</i> no 44:29 Episode 3: Working For the Man SHOW NOTES:

00:00:00 - 00:02:00 Intro

00:02:01 - 00:03:00 Getting help?

00:03:01 - 00:04:48 Shout out to Arcadia Lodge No. 249 In Ames, Iowa

00:04:49 - 00:13:54 Working Tools: Online tools to help manage your lodge; a review of BackPack and Ta Da

00:13:55 - 00:17:18 Music: Lullaby by Gidgets GaGa, available at Podcast NYC

00:17:19 - 00:48:18:00 Chapter 2: Interview with Grandmaster David W. Miller, Grand master of the M.W. Grand Lodge of the State of Illinois, A.F. & A.M.

00:48:19 - 00:53:45 Music: There She Goes by Brother Love, available at the Podsafe Music Network

00:53:46 - 01:16:37 Outro

So usually there is a method behind my naming the show. This show titled "Working for the Man" was named becasue I thought that we all work in a sense for the Grand Master--he is our boss, right? ( generally speaking of course)

After talking with Grandmaster Miller I have come to realize that it is he who works for us. The job of Grandmaster is tough. It is a lot of responsibility, a lot of miles to drive in a year and a lot of cranky guys to contend with. And not a lot of perks. Somehow a big gold collar and a fancy apron doesn't seem even close to the kinds of issues a GM must face every day to help keep us alive as a brotherhood . I always liked Dave Miller, but now I have a new and deeper respect for not only the man, but the office he holds.

Fiat Lux!

E The opinions expressed in this show are strictly those of X-Oriente and its editorial staff, and do not reflect those of any Lodge, Grand Lodge or appendant body.]]> Thu, 06 Oct 2005 00:00:00 -0500 Society and Culture http://www.xoriente.org/rss/EP3_2.mp3 Eric Diamond What is it like to be Grandmaster? An interview with MW David W. Miller, GM of the Grand Lodge of Illinois This month's show is a Illinois Grand Lodge Special! but you don't have to live on a prairie, or even have an affinity for Lincoln to enjoy the show. We interview David W. Miller, Grandmaster of Illinois and ask him what we all want to know: what's it like to be the big Kahuna, le Grande Fromage, The Poobah? What's it like to be Grandmaster? Plus we introduce a new segment called Working Tools: cool tools on the web to make running your lodge a little easier.<p> SHOW NOTES:<p> 00:00:00 - 00:02:00 Intro<p> 00:02:01 - 00:03:00 Getting help?<p> 00:03:01 - 00:04:48 Shout out to Arcadia Lodge No. 249 In Ames, Iowa<p> 00:04:49 - 00:13:54 Working Tools: Online tools to help manage your lodge; a review of <a href="http://www.backpackit.com">BackPack</a> and <a href="http://www.tadalist.com">Ta Da</a><p> 00:13:55 - 00:17:18 Music: Lullaby by <a href="http://www.gidgetsgaga. com/">Gidgets GaGa, </a>available at <a href="http://www.podcastnyc. net/psm/podcast.html">Podcast NYC</a><p> 00:17:19 - 00:48:18:00 Chapter 2: Interview with Grandmaster David W. Miller, Grand master of the M.W. Grand Lodge of the State of Illinois, A.F. & A.M.<p> 00:48:19 - 00:53:45 Music: There She Goes by <a href="http://music. podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash= 8aae87c75cf4d26e0e49eda11627628f">Brother Love,</a> available at the Podsafe Music Network<p> 00:53:46 - 01:16:37 Outro<p> So usually there is a method behind my naming the show. This show titled "Working for the Man" was named becasue I thought that we all work in a sense for the Grand Master--he is our boss, right? ( generally speaking of course)<p> After talking with Grandmaster Miller I have come to realize that it is he who works for us. The job of Grandmaster is tough. It is a lot of responsibility, a lot of miles to drive in a year and a lot of cranky guys to contend with. And not a lot of perks. Somehow a big gold collar and a fancy apron doesn't seem even close to the kinds of issues a GM must face every day to help keep us alive as a brotherhood . I always liked Dave Miller, but now I have a new and deeper respect for not only the man, but the office he holds.<p> Fiat Lux!<p> E <i>The opinions expressed in this show are strictly those of X-Oriente and its editorial staff, and do not reflect those of any Lodge, Grand Lodge or appendant body.</i> no 1:25:35 Episode 2: The Answer To the Second Question 00:00 Hello! Welcome international listeners

00:26 Aloha to the Lodge Le Progres de l'Oceanie, F. & A.M

02:00 Chapter 1: Asking the First Question

04:29 A hard question to answer (interviews)

08:33 Understanding what Freemasonry offers: common experiences?

10:42 MUSIC: "The Girl Who Has Everything" by Motherboard, available at Podcast NYC

14:25 Chapter 2: Understanding Manhood in America

14:32 Interview with Robert G. Davis, author of Understanding Manhood in America: Freemasonry's Enduring Path to the Mature Masculine

16:53 Three male archetypes

19:19 The Self-Made Man and the cult of individualism

20:26 Davis on initiating men into manhood

22:57 Davis on what Freemasonry offers young men

24:37 Davis on bringing Masonry back from irrelevance

28:16 MUSIC: "In a Long Time" by 46 Bliss, available on the PodSafe Music Network

32:50 Chapter 3: The Second Question: It's About Getting Along

34:10 The difference between friends and brothers

36:28 The answer to the Second Question

39:10 Outro

40:13 CODA: Appeal for victims of Hurricane Katrina

Special thanks to our guests: Bro. Joe; Bro. Nick , Bro. Howard, Bro. Alex, W. Bro. Robert G. Davis. Special thanks to Bro. Antonio Quevedo of Campinas, Brazil

The opinions expressed in this show are strictly those of X-Oriente and its editorial staff, and do not reflect those of any Lodge, Grand Lodge or appendant body. UPDATE: HURRICANE KATRINA RELIEF: The Masonic Service Foundation of North America is coordinating a relief effort for brethren and their families that have been stricken by Hurricane Katrina. You can get details of the effort here, or you can make an online donation via the Philalethes Society web site. Brothers, please be generous.

]]> Mon, 05 Sep 2005 00:00:00 -0500 Society and Culture http://www.xoriente.org/rss/EP_FInal2.mp3 Eric Diamond What does Freemasonry offer young men of today? Show Log<p> 00:00 Hello! Welcome international listeners<p> 00:26 Aloha to the Lodge Le Progres de l'Oceanie, F. & A.M<p> 02:00 Chapter 1: Asking the First Question<p> 04:29 A hard question to answer (interviews)<p> 08:33 Understanding what Freemasonry offers: common experiences?<p> 10:42 MUSIC: "The Girl Who Has Everything" by <a href="http://www. motherboardmusic.com">Motherboard,</a> available at <a href="http:// www.podcastnyc.net/psm/2005/04/podcast-nyc-podsafe-music-girl-who-has. html">Podcast NYC</a><p> 14:25 Chapter 2: Understanding Manhood in America<p> 14:32 Interview with Robert G. Davis, author of Understanding Manhood in America: Freemasonry's Enduring Path to the Mature Masculine<p> 16:53 Three male archetypes<p> 19:19 The Self-Made Man and the cult of individualism<p> 20:26 Davis on initiating men into manhood<p> 22:57 Davis on what Freemasonry offers young men<p> 24:37 Davis on bringing Masonry back from irrelevance<p> 28:16 MUSIC: "In a Long Time" by 46 Bliss, available on the <a href=" http://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?" BandHash ="e2351ad52922f1a1fd51a6165b04e958">PodSafe Music Network</a><p> 32:50 Chapter 3: The Second Question: It's About Getting Along<p> 34:10 The difference between friends and brothers<p> 36:28 The answer to the Second Question<p> 39:10 Outro<p> 40:13 CODA: Appeal for victims of Hurricane Katrina<p> Special thanks to our guests: Bro. Joe; Bro. Nick , Bro. Howard, Bro. Alex, W. Bro. Robert G. Davis. Special thanks to Bro. Antonio Quevedo of Campinas, Brazil<p> <i>The opinions expressed in this show are strictly those of X-Oriente and its editorial staff, and do not reflect those of any Lodge, Grand Lodge or appendant body.</i> UPDATE: HURRICANE KATRINA RELIEF: The Masonic Service Foundation of North America is coordinating a relief effort for brethren and their families that have been stricken by Hurricane Katrina. You can get details of the effort <a href="http://www.msana.com/msaappeals.htm"> here,</a> or you can make an <a href="https://secure.freemasonry.org/ charity/">online donation</a> via the Philalethes Society web site. Brothers, please be generous.<p> no 40:55 Episode 1: Worthy and Well Qualified The opinions expressed in this show are strictly those of X-Oriente and its editorial staff, and do not reflect those of any Lodge, Grand Lodge or appendant body.]]> Fri, 05 Aug 2005 23:19:15 -0500 Society and Culture http://www.xoriente.org/rss/XorienteEP1c.mp3 Eric Diamond What makes a man worthy and well qualified to be a Freemason? What makes a man worthy and well qualified to be a Freemason? <i>The opinions expressed in this show are strictly those of X-Oriente and its editorial staff, and do not reflect those of any Lodge, Grand Lodge or appendant body.</i> no 35:56