Best Doug Madenford Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 197 - Bro. Rick Freedman, Director of the Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania 59:23

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Hello! On this episode, we welcome Bro. Rick Freedman, Director of the Masonic Library and Museum of Pennsylvania. He joins us to discuss his work at the Grand Lodge and extensive service in the Pennsylvania Masonic Youth organizations. After a great conversation, we hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and in Larry's absence, lead the chicken…

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101 - Kevin Macomber 47:46

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In this episode we welcome Kevin Macomber on to the front porch. Kevin is the author of the book: Walking from the Shadows: My Journey with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. We discuss his long battle with PTSD and what drove him to write his book. We also discuss his advocacy for all people suffering with PTSD. Get Kevin's Book! Get your Front Porch…

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Episode 196 - PA State Senator James Malone 56:35

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Hello! On this episode we welcome Pennsylvania State Senator, Bro. James Malone. He joins us to talk about his Masonic journey, life as a State Senator, and the inspiration that led to his life of service. Tim is out on assignment, but we manage to make it through, with the Masonic News, Quiet Moments, and Larry's Free Range Family bringing us home…

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Episode 195 - Linda M. Jackson - the Widows Guild 59:53

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Hello! On this episode, we welcome Linda M. Jackson, Director of Philanthropic and Widows Support for the Masonic Charities of Pennsylvania. She joins us to talk about her mission with the Widows Guild, the services they provide, and how Lodges can ensure that they are doing their part to support the spouses of our departed brethren. Larry gives us…

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Episode 194 - Doug Madenford 1:11:36

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Hello! On this episode, Bro. Doug Madenford returns for fantastic chat about Masonry, the Pennsylvania Dutch, his band the Broken Spokes, his podcast Doug's Front Porch and much more. His alter-ego Dutchy Doug makes a live in studio appearance, we play Copious Dues, and wrap-up the show by convincing Larry to stick around long enough to perform his…

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100 - Doug Madenford 1:18:39

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Yahoo! Throw your straw hats up in the air because we are celebrating. This episode marks the 100th episode of Doug's Front Porch. For such an event, I felt obliged to turn the interview table around and instead of asking the questions, I would answer them. A special thanks goes out to Kevin Shock for interviewing me and Dustin Shirk for asking me …

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Episode 193 - Three Men and a Podcast 1:09:19

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Hello! On this episode, Jack is on assignment with his Usual Vocation, Larry is sourcing barrels while on a trip to Niagara Falls, leaving Tim, Jake, and Josh to power-through. We play a mini-game of 20 Questions, stopping at four, and set a record for the number of umms and uhhhs in a single sentence. No Masonic News, Copious Dues, or Quiet Time, …

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99 - The Class of 2025 26:10

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This month I continue the tradition of sitting down with some of my graduating seniors. This year I welcome Avah Rafter, Michael Britten, Victoria Guthrie, and Ricky Fantaski onto the Front Porch. They discuss what they did in high school, what they are feeling as they prepare to graduate, what they are afraid of, what they are proud of, and what t…

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Episode 192 - MEGHP Eric C. Stahley 1:19:00

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Hello! On this episode we welcome Eric C. Stahley, Most Excellent Grand High Priest of the Grand Holy Royal Arch Chapter of Pennsylvania. We chat about Blue Lodge, York Rite, and why every Mason should continue the York Rite journey if they want the rest of the story. Dutchy Doug returns to tell us about the happenings at the Broken Plow Lodge, we …

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Episode 191 - Joe Dougherty returns again 1:13:58

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Hello! On this episode we welcome back our good friend, Bro. Joe Dougherty. Although his home lodge is Lodge 43 in Lancaster, PA., Joe has been working as a professional musician and engineer in sunny California and has had the opportunity to work on several Grammy Award winning projects. After catching up on his adventures out west, we play Copiou…

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98 - Lara Thomas 45:43

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In this episode I welcome Lara Thomas on to the Front Porch. We discuss Lara's childhood, being the daughter of two educators and a mother who instilled a love of genealogy in her. We also discuss Lara's work with the Berks County Association for Graveyard Preservation. Lara tells us about the great things that they do and what she has learned and …

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Episode 190 - Brian Mattocks: A Mason's Work 1:06:17

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Hello! On this episode, Bro. Brian Mattocks returns to chat about his 3D printed Masonic Tarot project, his podcast A Mason's Work, and other tools he is working on to facilitate lodge discussion and engagement. After a great chat, we close with Chickens followed by an Episode of A Mason's Work.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:10:25] First break, brough…

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97 - Frank Redmon 53:53

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In this episode we welcome Dr. Francis (Frank) Redmon on to the Front Porch. Frank is currently the superintendent of schools for the Keystone Central School District in Mill Hall, PA...and my boss. We discuss his childhood growing up the son of a Marine father and all of the many places that he moved to and lived in. We also discuss his path to be…

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Episode 189 - RWGM Larry A. Derr 1:16:08

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Hello! On this episode we welcome Right Worshipful Grand Master of Pennsylvania, Larry A. Derr. He joins us to talk about his journey as Grand Master and the state of Pennsylvania Masonry. Dutchy Doug provides a segment on the Ground Hog, we hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and wrap in the standard form with Larry and the Fowl ruffling fea…

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96 - Scott Reagan 44:43

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In this episode I welcome Scott Reagan onto the Front Porch. We discuss his childhood that was immersed in all kinds of music, his undergrad work in German and his graduate work in ethnomusicology. We also discuss his current work at Martin Guitar and writing and performing traditional and original PA Dutch language folk music. We close the intervi…

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Episode 188 - Two Larry's for the Price of One. 1:04:20

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Hello! On this episode both Host Larry and Guest Larry return to the studio. Larry Hudson, PM. returns and is joined by Brothers Tom Garman and Jeffery Brubaker, also of Millersville Lodge No. 476. We chat, play copious dues, and Larry calls 'em home with that familiar gold throated warble. And also chickens.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:10:10] First…

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95 - Welcome 2025! 13:46

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In this episode we welcome 2025 in by taking a short journey through my trusty Baer's Agricultural Almanac. We take a look at long range forecasts for the year, major anniversaries happening, and some humorous stories as well. Get your own copy of Baer's Almanac! Get your Front Porch Merch! Become a Patron! Support the show…

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Episode 187 - Holiday Happenings 2024 57:32

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Hello! On this episode we return to "The" Valley of Reading's Holiday Happenings. Larry is once again MIA, but we rise to the challenge with several guests, covering a wide range of topics from trains and motorcycles, to selling fudge for diabetes. Dutchy Doug returns to tell us about the real Belsnickel and we close with an order of chicken, no La…

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94 - Eve Allen 47:21

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In this episode I welcome Eve Allen on to the front porch. Eve is the program director for the Northeast Bioregion at the Ecological Health Network. We discuss her work on improving the supply of native seeds and plants to support ecological restoration, her travels, and the importance of the human connection to our ecosystem. To learn more: Ecolog…

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Episode 186 -Job's Daughters 1:01:32

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Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Sam and Delaney to talk about their organization, Job's Daughters. After a great chat with the girls, Sam introduces her parents, WM. Zach Boyer and his wife Stephanie, to share about their work with Job's Daughters and the Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation. Larry is absent, so there are no Deep Thoughts…

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93 - Norman Jung 48:56

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We go international this month as we welcome my good friend, Norman Jung, from Steinbach am Glan, Germany, on to the Front Porch. We discuss the wisdom and life lessons instilled in Norman by his grandparents, his study abroad in Arizona, and his work with the Pennsylvania Dutch culture from his side of the Atlantic. We end with our classic 10 quic…

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Episode 185 - Bro. Austin Shiffrin - Black Ink, Farther Stars 1:07:12

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Hello! On this episode we welcome back Bro. Austin Shiffrin to discuss his new book, "Black Ink, Farther Stars". After a great chat, we hear from Dutchy Doug, play Copious dues, and close with Larry and the Assorted Collection providing order to our clutter. [00:00:00] Introductions[00:16:05] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son[0…

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Episode 184 - Bro. Ronald B. Carson, DDGM. 1:21:03

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Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Bro. Ronald B. Carson. He is DDGM for Pennsylvania's First Masonic District, Past Principle for the School of Instruction, and a Past Master among other things. We have a great chat, play Copious Dues, hear the Masonic News, and close with Larry getting home on time![00:00:00] Introductions[00:16:20] First b…

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92 - Jeremy Nolen 35:41

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In this episode I invite award winning chef, Jeremy Nolen onto the front porch. We discuss his lifelong affair with food and his particular love of German cuisine. We also discuss his newest endeavor of offering tours to germanic Europe that are all food and drink focused. He also offers some advice for all of you foodies and home cooks out there! …

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Episode 183 - Masonry Outside of the Lodge Room 1:07:11

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Hello! On this episode we chat about practicing Freemasonry and representing the craft outside of the lodge room. New host Jake is on assignment elsewhere and was unable to join us, however, we hear Larry get deep with a new segment, and Dutchy Doug returns with a report from Broken Plow Lodge #377. In closing, Larry performs his usual duties while…

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Episode 182 - Bro. Mike McKee P.M. 1:30:12

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Hello! On this episode, we welcome Bro. Mike McKee. He is the Executive Director of the Masonic Library and Museum of PA and joins us for a fantastic chat about his work at the Grand Lodge in Philadelphia and his life as a Mason. We also hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and close with Bro. Mike joining Larry to present their newest collabo…

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Episode 181 - Jeff Moyer 33° 56:10

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Hello! On this episode, Past Master Moyer returns! Bro. Jeff is a 33° in the Scottish Rite, Past lots-of-stuff-in-lots-of-bodies, and is currently serving as Asst. Grand Marshall for the Grand Lodge of PA, as well as, Commander in Chief for "The" Valley of Reading, Scottish Rite. We chat, play Copious Dues, and close with Larry and the Ready Steady…

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91 - Tyler Barth 42:50

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In this episode I welcome Tyler Barth, Principal of Robb Elementary School in Lock Haven, PA, on to the front porch. We discuss his childhood that was heavily influenced by both his parents and his grandparents. We also discuss why he went into education, his transition from the classroom to the principal's office, and how he builds and maintains a…

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Episode 180 - DeMolay Keyman Conference 56:54

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Hello! On this episode, we appear live at the 2024 DeMolay Keyman Conference held at Masonic Village's Patton Campus in Elizabethtown, PA. We are joined by several guests who share their passion for Demolay and we are blown away by their energy, confidence, and love for their brethren. No news or Copious Dues this week, but we do wrap in the standa…

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90 - Len Rutecki (Replay) 45:29

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In this episode I welcome friend and colleague, Len Rutecki, onto the front porch. Len is the autism teacher at my school and we discuss all things autism from what it is to how he works with his students. We also discuss how Len uses his gifts and abilities to raise money and awareness for autism outside of school. Throughout his life he has learn…

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Episode 179 - RWPGM Robert Bateman Interview & Jay Laser 1:11:28

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Hello! On this episode we return for a mid-summer episodes with our good friend Jay Laser and returning guest associate Jake Young. We listen to a great interview with RWPGM Robert Bateman and have a great chat about all things Masonic. To wrap things up, we hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and close with Larry and the Formulaic Wingers[00…

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89 - Ethan Rode 45:03

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In this episode I welcome fellow PA Dutch instructor and friend, Ethan Rode, up on the front porch. We discuss his childhood growing up on a farm, his move to Canada to study linguistics and his recent work as an online instructor of the PA Dutch language. Get your Front Porch Merch! Become a Patron! Support the show…

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Episode 178 - Bro. Ralph C. Shelton II 1:21:28

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Hello! On this episode, we are joined digitally by Bro. Ralph C. Shelton II. He is a California Mason who we first met at Pennsylvania's Academy of Masonic Knowledge, where he presented on Magic – and Affinity – in Masonry. We discuss his work founding a Magicians Affinity Lodge under the Grand Lodge of California, its affects on participation and …

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88 - The Class of 2024 41:29

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In this episode I continue the tradition of talking with some of my graduating seniors. This year I welcome Griffin Redmon, Sofia Dressler, Elise Cygan, and Emily Shetler onto the Front Porch. We discuss their time in high school, their accomplishments, their fears, and what they are most proud of. We close our discussion with our usual 10 quick qu…

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Episode 177 - Eric T. Downs, DDGM 1:27:44

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Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Bro. Eric T. Downs, DDGM of Pennsylvania's Fifth Masonic District. We have a great chat about his fellowship and travel events, encouraging participation, pool-side etiquette, and much more. To wrap, we hear from our pal Dutchy Doug, play Copious Dues, and attempt to perform one of Larry's famous "skits" in …

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Episode 176 - Brian Mattocks - A Mason's Tools 1:35:55

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Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Bro. Brian Mattocks, P.M. for a great conversation covering his experience as a Worshipful Master, his podcast project, knowing your Lodge brethren, and *GASP* conversing in Lodge?!?! After a great chat, we play Copious Dues and wrap in an abbreviated and sub-par form. Come back, Larry... please![00:00:00] I…

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87 - Tara Mondock 42:43

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In this episode I welcome Tara Mondock up on the front porch. We discuss her childhood in Florida, her sojourn to college in western North Carolina, and her work with the Extension Office at the Pennsylvania State University. We then turn our discussion to her experience as an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star and their main charity: t…

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Episode 175 - Traveling 1:07:04

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Hello! On this episode, we discuss traveling within our own state as well as our experiences in other Masonic Jurisdictions. Larry is absent, but we are joined by three guests, Jay Lammey, Jake Young, and Ricky Martini, who fill in adequately and with clear throats.We also hear from Dutchy Doug, the Masonic News, and wrap with the Larry Merris Trib…

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Episode 174 - The End of Year Eight 1:27:04

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Hello! On this episode, we are once again joined by Bro. Ricky Martini of Harrisburg-Snyder Lodge #629 while we discuss the end of MLP's eighth year of mediocrity, The Operatives, and other topics. After our chat and the Masonic News, we wrap in the standard form with Larry and the Shockers keepin' the beat.[00:00:00] Introductions[00:17:05] First …

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Episode 173 - Bro. Jack Brobst 1:10:53

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Hello! On this episode we are joined by Bro. Jack Brobst, currently appointed as Aide to the Grand Master and is a Past DDGM of Pennsylvania's 58th Masonic District amongst other things. We are also joined Bro. Ricky Martini of Harrisburg-Snyder Lodge #629. After a great chat, we hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and wrap with Larry and the…

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86 - Bill Donner 47:42

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In this episode I welcome Dr. William Donner onto the front porch. Bill is currently the Freyberger Professor of Pennsylvania German Studies at Kutztown University and is also the chair of the Anthropology and Sociology Department. We discuss his time living on a small Polynesian island in the pacific to his work studying and researching the Pennsy…

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Episode 172 - Bro. Chris Ruli 1:27:27

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Hello! On this episode, we welcome Masonic author and historian Bro. Chris Ruli ( https://www.chrisruli.com/ ). He is an active member of several bodies in the DC area and currently finalizing his next book, Brother Lafayette. After a great chat, we hear the Masonic News, play Copious Dues, and wrap in the standard form with Larry "GD" Merris and t…

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Episode 171 - Megan Purdum 1:09:45

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Hello! On this episode we are joined by Megan Purdum, Social Media Specialist for the Masonic Charities of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. She is the only guest to have appeared on the podcast under two distinct legal names at the time of recording. We are also joined by "Host of Last Resort", Seth Anthony, who assists us in Jack's absence. We hea…

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85 - Lew Bryson 43:32

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In this episode I welcome Lew Bryson up on to the front porch. We discuss his journey from rural Lancaster county to his love of food and drink including his various publications about beer and whiskey. We close our discussion talking about his current podcast, Seen Through A Glass, and discuss the value and importance of eating and drinking locall…

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Episode 170 - "Il Duce" Jeff Fulton 1:13:37

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Hello! On this episode, we welcome Il Duce, Jeff Fulton. He is a Past Master, Past Monarch, past Grand Tall, and joins us to talk about his current focus, rebuilding our Grotto. After a great chat, we play Copious Dues, hear the Masonic News, and wrap in the standard form with Larry and the Chicken Herders layin' some eggs.[00:00:00] Introductions[…

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84 - Richard Mammana 46:11

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In this episode I welcome Richard Mammana on to the front porch. We discuss his multi-ethnic childhood growing up in Easton, PA. We also discuss his acamdemic journey of studying greek, latin, and church history. We close our conversation with a discussion about his current work of documenting colonial-era Pennsylvania Dutch tombstones and what wal…

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Episode 169 - Ill. Bro. Thomas L Mehaffie III, 33° 1:22:57

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Hello! On this episode, we are joined by Ill. Bro. Thomas L. Mehaffie III, 33°. Bro. Tom represents the 106th District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. He joins us to talk about being a Representative, how Freemasonry impacts his service in the House, the inside story of passing House Bill 1300, and more. Dutchy Doug returns to settle …

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Episode 168 - Bobblehead George 1:10:14

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Hello! On this episode, we welcome David Raymond and Eric Gimbi from Riverside Lodge No. 503 in Wrightsville, PA. They are educators who run Bobblehead George, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing unique, accurate, and entertaining educational content for lifelong learners of all ages. You can learn more at http://bobbleheadgeorge.org. …

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83 - Welcome 2024 20:05

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In this episode we welcome 2024 in by taking a short journey through my trusty Baer's Agricultural Almanac. We take a look at long range forecasts for the year, major anniversaries happening, and some humorous stories as well. Get your own Baer's Almanac! Get your Front Porch Swag! Support the showBy Doug Madenford