OldFashionMasonicPodcast

On this episode, Russ, John and Brian talk about Masonic inventors and inventions. You will be shocked at many of them; the Old Fashion Masonic Podcast crew was! Did you know Masons invented: • Soccer - In 1863, a group of English Masons held six consistent meetings at the Freemason’s Tavern on Great Queen Street in London, currently known as the New Connaught Rooms next to Freemasons Hall. • Penicillin - Penicillin was discovered by Sir Alexander Flemming. • Smallpox Vaccine - Edward Jenner served as a master of the Royal Lodge of Faith and Friendship, No. 270 in Berkley, Gloucestershire in 1812. The defeat of deadly smallpox marked a great win to him and Freemasonry. Many knew him as an active member of the Freemasons and sought admission as a result of his success. • First Successful Machine Gun - Richard Gatling, who was an American inventor, created the Gatling gun in 1861. Richard was a member of the Centre Lodge No. 23, in Indianapolis, IN. • The Theory of DNA - The theory and prediction of the existence of the DNA was first written by Erasmus Darwin in his book ‘The Temple of Nature.’ Darwin was a known Mason and a member of St. David’s Lodge No.36, Edynurg. • The Telephone - The invention of the telephone is often linked with Alexander Graham Bell. Even though several speculations point to the existence of the telephone idea long before him, Alexander was the first person to be awarded a successful patent. • The Automobile - Even though automobiles were already in use in different parts of Europe long before his innovation, Henry Ford was the first to create a car affordable to the American middle class in 1908. Henry was first initiated into the Palestine Lodge No. 357. • The Refrigerator - The first patent credited to the vapor-compression refrigeration cycle was given to Jacob Perkins. Jacob Perkins was a member of the St. Peter’s Lodge, Newburyport, Massachusetts. • Laughing Gas - Nitrous Oxide was nicknamed Laughing gas in 1799 by an English scientist called Humphry Davy. On 27th April 1989, a lodge was named after him. Up to date, Sir Humphry Davy Lodge No. 9237, is still operational. • Bifocals - Benjamin Franklin had several inventions in his name, among which was the concept of bifocals, in other words, double glasses. Benjamin Franklin joined Freemasons in 1731. A few years later, he was elected as a Grand Master. He served as a member of the brotherhood for over 60 years. • Disposable Safety Razor (Gillette) - Camp Gillette invented a disposable safety razor blade. King Camp Gillette was a Freemason. In June of 1901, he was raised in the Adelphi Lodge in Quincy, Massachusetts. • Bowie Knife - A bowie knife. Bowie was an active Freemason and a member of the Humble Chaumiere Lodge No. 19 at Opelousas, Louisiana. • The Revolver - The popularization of the revolver was done by Samuel Colt. Colt was a known Freemason and a member of St. John’s Lodge in Hartford, Connecticut. • Bra Strap - Famous author and humorist Mark Twain invented the bra strap. The invention did not pick for its intended use. Mark Twain was a Freemason. He was initiated into the Polar Star Lodge No. 79 of Saint Louis on 26 December 1860. He proceeded to receive his first degree on 18 February 1961. He was later on raised to Master Mason. • Pressure Frying - Harland David Sanders patented his method of preparing chicken in a pressure fryer after recognizing the potential his recipe holds. Harland was a known Freemason. He was initiated into the brotherhood on 6 April 1917. On 27 February 1920, Sanders relinquished his masonic duties in Lodge No. 651, Henryville, Indiana. Years later, on 27 October 1953, he was once again affiliated to Freemasonry Hugh Harris Lodge No. 938, Corbin, Whitley County, Kentucky, until 13 April 1976. Sanders was also a 33rd degree Freemason. He was a Noble of Oleika Shrine Lexington, Ky. • Theory of Relativity - by Albert Einstein. • Fingerprint Classification - Sir Francis Galton invented this concept. His half-grandfather Erasmus Darwin (Theory of DNA) a known Freemason. • Metal Lathe - invented in 1800 by Henry Maudslay. • Corn Flakes - century by Dr. John Harvey Kellog. • Peanut Butter - Kellog also invented and patented peanut butter. Even though the peanut paste was already created at the moment, Kellog was the first to make peanut butter from raw peanuts.. Please don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, etc!!!! This podcast reflects the views of only the members participating in the podcast. They do not necessarily reflect the views of their Lodge, Shrine Center or Grand Lodge Jurisdiction. #MasonicPodcast #freemasonpodcast #shrinerpodcast #masonicinventors #inventors #masonicinventions #inventions #freemasonry #Freemasons #ksmasons #masons #kansasmasons #freemason #podcast #freemasonpodcast # #grandlodgeofkansas #oldfashionedmasonicpodcast #oldfashioned #wichita #kansas #squareandcompasses #russbrown #brianbyrd #scottishrite #shriner #shriners #shrinepodcast #leadership #inventions #inventors #gatlinggun #revolver #samuelcolt #bowieknife #razor #peanutbutter #bifocals #theoryofDNA #fingerprintclassification

This episode is all about Honoring Erwin Bleckley, a true American hero who received the Medal of Honor for his brave actions during World War I. Erwin Bleckley was a member of Albert Pike Lodge in Wichita, KS. Most Worshipful Bob Talbott sits down with Brian Byrd to talk about this outstanding Kansas Mason. Bleckley was a navigator on a mission to deliver supplies to a trapped battalion when his plane was shot down behind enemy lines. Despite the danger, he volunteered to fly on a search and rescue mission to locate the lost battalion. Bleckley and his crew were tragically killed in action, but his selflessness and courage will never be forgotten. Bleckley was commemorated by the city of Wichita in 1932 with the naming of Bleckley Drive, at the request of the American Legion. Following the war, his remains were permanently buried in the Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery and Memorial east of the village of Romagne-sous-Montfaucon, France. Bleckley's family donated his Medal of Honor to the National Museum of the United States Air Force in Dayton, Ohio. The original copy of the award document is located in the Museum of the Kansas National Guard in Topeka, KS along with other personal momentoes and personal items belonging to Lt. Bleckley. A monument commemorating Bleckley and Goettler's final flight was erected on October 7, 2009, in Remicourt, ninety-one years and one day after they were killed. Let us remember and honor his sacrifice, and all those who have served and continue to serve our country. Please don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, etc!!!! #MasonicPodcast #freemasonry #Freemasons #ksmasons #masons #kansasmasons #freemason #podcast #freemasonpodcast #oldfashionedmasonicpodcast #oldfashioned #squareandcompasses #bobtalbott #russbrown #ksshriner #kansasshriner #brianbyrd #scottishrite #shriner #shriners #shrinerpodcast #shrinepodcast #worldwar1 #worldwarI #freemasonpodcast #MedalOfHonor #ErwinBleckley #AmericanHero #NeverForget #SaluteToService This podcast reflects the views of only the members participating in the podcast. They do not necessarily reflect the views of their Lodge, Shrine Center or Grand Lodge Jurisdiction.

Mayhem, Murder and Masons! Were the Freemasons infiltrated? Russ, Brian and guest co-host Dave Thomas talk about The Morgan Affair. Ever heard of it? If not, follow along with the crew as the talk about rumors, facts, opinions and all of the noise surrounding that event that led to the forming of the Anti-Masonic Party in the 1800s. On this episode of The Old Fashion Masonic Podcast, the Old Fashion Masonic Podcast crew takes a bit of a dive into The Morgan Affair. They pose questions like: • Was William Morgan truly a Master Mason? • If not, how did he get so deeply entrenched? • Why was he shunned? • Was he even a Captain in the War of 1812? • Why was David Miller prevented from advancing in Masonry? • Did they ever write the book exposing the Masons “secrets”? • Was William Morgan killed? • Did William Morgan skip town? • There are multiple burial sites claiming to be that of William Morgan. Please don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, etc!!!! #morganaffair #themorganaffair #MasonicPodcast #freemasonry #Freemasons #ksmasons #masons #kansasmasons #freemason #podcast #freemasonpodcast #murder #murdermystery #whodunit #williammorgan #pastpotentate #grandlodgeofkansas #oldfashionedmasonicpodcast #oldfashioned #wichitascottishrite #wichita #kansas #squareandcompasses #russbrown #brianbyrd #davethomas #conspiracy #conspiracytheory #scottishrite #shriner #shriners #shrinerpodcast #shrinepodcast #freemasonpodcast #leadership #antimasonicparty #notamason #notafreemason This podcast reflects the views of only the members participating in the podcast. They do not necessarily reflect the views of their Lodge, Shrine Center or Grand Lodge Jurisdiction.

The Grand Master is BACK! On this episode of The Old Fashion Masonic Podcast, the @OldFashionMasonicPodcast hosts interviewed Most Worshipful Robert “Bob” C Talbott, about journey through the Grand Lodge of Kansas. They talk about his accomplishment, wishes, and regrets. They even talk about which one of the co-hosts, Russ Brown and Brian Byrd, let Bob down the LEAST. Bob is still serving the craft in many ways, including being the Director of the work at the Wichita Scottish Rite. Masonic Bio: • Bob was raised a Master Mason at Albert Pike Lodge in 1992. • Bob was Past Master of Albert Pike Lodge 303 in 1999. • Bob joined Midian Shrine in 1999. • Bob served as Grand Master of Kansas in 2018. • Bob served as the Public Relations Chair for Midian Shrine. • Bob served as a Membership Co-Chair for Midian Shrine in 2021. • Bob also currently serves as Trustee for Albert Pike Lodge in Wichita, Kansas. This episode of “One Must Go” is a choice between eliminating forever, Fishing, Hunting, Boating and Snow Skiing. What would you choose to eliminate forever? Please don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, etc!!!! #MasonicPodcast #freemasonry #Freemasons #ksmasons #masons #kansasmasons #freemason #podcast #freemasonpodcast #midianshrine #albertpikelodge #grandmaster #grandlodgeofkansas #oldfashionedmasonicpodcast #oldfashioned #wichitascottishrite #wichita #kansas #squareandcompasses #russbrown #brianbyrd #bobtalbott #kendrascott #scottishrite #shriner #shriners #shrinerpodcast #shrinepodcast #freemasonpodcast #leadership #fishing #hunting #boating #snowskiing #onemustgo This podcast reflects the views of only the members participating in the podcast. They do not necessarily reflect the views of their Lodge, Shrine Center or Grand Lodge Jurisdiction.

The Grand Master is here! The Grand Master is here! There is so much, masonicly, happening with Bob, that we broke his interview down into two episodes. This episode strictly focuses on his journey from DeMolay through his term as Master of Albert Pike Lodge On this episode of The Old Fashion Masonic Podcast, we interviewed Most Worshipful Robert “Bob” C Talbott, a Master Mason of Albert Pike Lodge #303 in Wichita, KS, member of the Wichita Scottish Rite, member of the Midian Shrine and Past Grand Master of The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons in Kansas. We go into detail about Bob’s Masonic journey, his family legacy, the reason he joined, and what he is doing now to serve the craft. Bob also had the opportunity to serve on the Lodge line with his older Brother; he talks about that too! He comes the leadership style of co-hosts, Russ Brown and Brian Byrd, and you will be surprised at what he said to Brian. It caught everyone off guard! Listening to this episode, you will no doubt see the level of respect that Grand Master Talbott has for the Masonic fraternity. Masonic Bio: • Bob was raised a Master Mason in 1992. • Bob was Past Master of Albert Pike Lodge 303 in 1999. • He served as Grand Master of Kansas in 2018. • Bob served as a co-chair of the Membership team for Midian Shrine in 2021. • Bob served as the Public Relations Chair for Midian Shrine (two years). • Bob also currently serves as Trustee for Albert Pike Lodge in Wichita, Kansas. For those that know Bob, he worked for Pepsi for many years; he represented the brand proudly during that time. On this episode of “One Must Go” is a choice between eliminating forever, Pepsi, 7UP, Mountain Dew and Lipton; all Pepsi products. What would you choose to eliminate forever? Please don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, etc!!!! #MasonicPodcast #freemasonry #Freemasons #ksmasons #masons #kansasmasons #freemason #podcast #freemasonpodcast #midianshrine #albertpikelodge #grandmaster #grandlodgeofkansas #oldfashionedmasonicpodcast #oldfashioned #wichitascottishrite #wichita #kansas #pepsi #7up #lipton #mountaindew #squareandcompasses #russbrown #brianbyrd #bobtalbott #kendrascott #scottishrite #shriner #shriners #shrinerpodcast #shrinepodcast #freemasonpodcast #leadership #onemustgo This podcast reflects the views of only the members participating in the podcast. They do not necessarily reflect the views of their Lodge, Shrine Center or Grand Lodge Jurisdiction.

We are starting 2023 off with a BANG!!!! Part 2 of Jeff Sowder’s interview with the Old Fashion Masonic Podcast We split Imperial Sir Jeff’s interview up into two different parts; one strictly Masonic was covered in Part 1 and the Part 2 focuses on Jeff’s journey through Midian Shrine. On this episode the crew interviewed Imperial Sir Jeff Sowder about his journey as a Shriner to the top rank of Imperial Potentate. This Shriner has done it all! We go into detail about Jeff’s Shrine journey and all things he dealt with while being on the 10 year line up to the rank of Imperial Potenate. Listening to this episode, you will no doubt how Jeff was able to serve the craft in many different ways. Sowder was born and raised in Toronto, Kansas. He operates four separate agricultural-related corporations, including a cow/calf operation, a retail feed business serving ranchers throughout the Flint Hills of Kansas, a wholesale cattle mineral business with distribution in four states, and a multi-faceted agricultural wholesale/retail business in Wichita. Sowder and his wife, Cheryl, have been married for 48 years and have two daughters, Stephanie and Lindsay. Stephanie and her husband, Jamie Nelson, live near Toronto, Kansas, with their three children, Corinne, Sutton and Reid. Lindsay is married to John Hill, and they live in Fort. Scott, Kansas, with their sons, JJ and Hudson. Brief Masonic Bio: • Raised a Master Mason in 1975 at Woodson Lodge #121 (Toronto, KS) • Past Master of Woodson Lodge in 1981, 1983, 1991 and 1992. • He served as a District Deputy Grand Master, Area Deputy Grand Master, and Chairman of the Grand Lodge Membership Committee, and serving as an appointive Grand Officer on three separate occasions. • Elected Grand Junior Warden in 1994. • He served as Grand Master of Kansas in 1997. • Created as a Shriner, at Midian Shrine Center, in 1988. • He served as the Scottish Rite Personal Rep from 2006 to 2009. • Served as the Kansas Masonic Foundation President from 2004 to 2011. • He served as Potentate of Midian Shrine in 2004. • Elected as the Imperial Outer Guard in 2009. • He served as Imperial Potentate in 2020. • Jeff currently serves on a building committee for Midian Shrine Center. This episode of “One Must Go” is a choice between eliminating a vacation place forever, mountains, beach, Las Vegas, and a Cruise. What vacation type would you choose to eliminate forever? Please don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, etc!!!! #MasonicPodcast #freemasonry #Freemasons #ksmasons #masons #kansasmasons #freemason #podcast #freemasonpodcast #midianshrine #woodsonlodge #pastgrandmaster #grandmaster #torontoks #torontokansas #potentate #pastpotentate #imperialpotentate #pastimperialpotentate #grandlodgeofkansas #sowderfeed #oldfashionedmasonicpodcast #oldfashioned #wichitascottishrite #wichita #kansas #beef #beeffordinner #squareandcompasses #russbrown #brianbyrd #jeffsowder #cattle #cattlefeed #scottishrite #shriner #shriners #shrinerpodcast #shrinepodcast #freemasonpodcast #leadership #mountains #beach #lasvegas #vegas #cruise #carnivalcruise #royalcarribean #onemustgo This podcast reflects the views of only the members participating in the podcast. They do not necessarily reflect the views of their Lodge, Shrine Center or Grand Lodge Jurisdiction

You want the definition of Mr Mason? It should be in Webster’s Dictionary with a photo of Jeff Sowder. The Man! The Myth! The Legend has made it on this episode of The Old Fashion Masonic Podcast. We split Imperial Sir Jeff’s interview up into two different parts; one strictly Masonic and the other Shrine. On this episode w interviewed Most Worshipful Jeff Sowder, a Master Mason of Toronto Lodge in Toronto, KS, member of the Wichita Scottish Rite, member of the Midian Shrine, and Past Potentate of Midian Shrine, and Past Grand Master of The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons in Kansas and a Past Imperial Potentate. This mason has done it all! We go into detail about Jeff’s Masonic journey, his family legacy, the reason he joined, and what he is doing now to serve the craft. Listening to this episode, you will no doubt how Jeff was able to serve the craft in many different ways. Jeff Sowder was born and raised in Toronto, Kansas. He operates four separate agricultural-related corporations, including a cow/calf operation, a retail feed business serving ranchers throughout the Flint Hills of Kansas, a wholesale cattle mineral business with distribution in four states, and a multi-faceted agricultural wholesale/retail business in Wichita. Jeff and his wife, Cheryl, have been married for 48 years and have two daughters, Stephanie and Lindsay. Stephanie and her husband, Jamie Nelson, live near Toronto, Kansas, with their three children, Corinne, Sutton and Reid. Lindsay is married to John Hill, and they live in Fort. Scott, Kansas, with their sons, JJ and Hudson. Brief Masonic Bio: • Raised a Master Mason in 1975 at Woodson Lodge #121 (Toronto, KS) • Past Master of Woodson Lodge in 1981, 1983, 1991 and 1992. • He served as a District Deputy Grand Master, Area Deputy Grand Master, and Chairman of the Grand Lodge Membership Committee, and serving as an appointive Grand Officer on three separate occasions. • Elected Grand Junior Warden in 1994. • He served as Grand Master of Kansas in 1997. • Created as a Shriner, at Midian Shrine Center, in 1988. • He served as the Scottish Rite Personal Rep from 2006 to 2009. • Served as the Kansas Masonic Foundation President from 2004 to 2011. • He served as Potentate of Midian Shrine in 2004. • Elected as the Imperial Outer Guard in 2009. • He served as Imperial Potentate in 2019-2020. • Jeff currently serves on a building committee for Midian Shrine Center. This episode of “One Must Go” is a choice between eliminating forever, Chicken Noodle Soup, Chicken Fried Steak, Chicken Wings and a Chicken Sandwich. What would you choose to eliminate forever? Please don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, etc!!!! #MasonicPodcast #freemasonry #Freemasons #ksmasons #masons #kansasmasons #freemason #podcast #freemasonpodcast #midianshrine #albertpikelodge #pastgrandmaster #grandmaster #torontoks #torontokansas #potentate #pastpotentate #imperialpotentate #pastimperialpotentate #grandlodgeofkansas #sowderfeed #oldfashionedmasonicpodcast #oldfashioned #wichitascottishrite #wichita #kansas #beef #beeffordinner #squareandcompasses #russbrown #brianbyrd #jeffsowder #cattle #cattlefeed #scottishrite #shriner #shriners #shrinerpodcast #shrinepodcast #freemasonpodcast #leadership #chickennoodlesoup #chickenfriedsteak #chickenwings #chickensandwich #onemustgo This podcast reflects the views of only the members participating in the podcast. They do not necessarily reflect the views of their Lodge, Shrine Center or Grand Lodge Jurisdiction.