Beyond the Door: Exploring the Light of Freemasonry

Beyond the Door: Exploring the Light of Freemasonry is a journey into one of the oldest and most intriguing fraternal organizations in the world. Hosted by Chris Crume and Matt Salyer, Brethren of Newark Lodge #97 in Newark, Ohio, each episode opens the symbolic door of Freemasonry and explores what Freemasonry means today. Whether you are a lifelong Brother, new to the fraternity, a curious seeker, or just someone fascinated by the Craft of Freemasonry, this podcast is for you. *Note: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the views of the hosts and contributors and not necessarily that of the Grand Lodge of Ohio

Beyond the Door: Exploring the Light of Freemasonry is a society podcast hosted by Christopher Crume, with 12 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Christopher Crume hosts Beyond the Door: Exploring the Light of Freemasonry, a society show with 12 episodes published.

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  Episode #11

  Leadership on Display - Passing On Masonic Knowledge

  Jul 27, 20262h 30mS1

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, co-hosts Chris Crume and Matt Salyer interview Right Worshipful Brother Goldstein, a past District Deputy Grand Master of the 19th Masonic District (and so much more), about his life, career, and journey through leadership in Freemasonry. The hosts also celebrate America's 250 Birthday and look at how Freemasonry played a role in shaping the America we know today. Next month will be the Season 1 finale and Beyond the Door begins to look to the future (don't worry, we aren't going anywhere and we have big plans for Season 2). Follow us on Facebook , Instagram , and X ! You can also reach us at newark.97.lodge@gmail.com

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  Episode #9

  Fun, Fellowship, and Charity - A Discussion on the Grotto

  May 25, 20261h 32mS1

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this episode, co-hosts Chris Crume and Matt Salyer interview Illustrious Brother Chuck Gaiser, about all things Grotto.  This episode kicks off our multi-part series discussing different appendant bodies in Masonry.  We again bring you an extended cut interview that drops knowledge and light.</p><p>Follow us on <b>Facebook</b>, <b>Instagram</b>, and <b>X</b>!</p><p>You can also reach us at newark.97.lodge@gmail.com </p>

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  Episode #8

  Building Masonic Knowledge - An In-Depth Discussion

  Apr 27, 20262h 30mS1

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this episode, co-hosts Chris Crume and Matt Salyer interview Worshipful Brother Chris Weber, one of the District Education Officers of the 19th Masonic District, about leadership and how that is flourishing in central Ohio.  This extended length interview is one you do not want to miss!</p><p>Follow us on <b>Facebook</b>, <b>Instagram</b>, and <b>X</b>!</p><p>You can also reach us at newark.97.lodge@gmail.com </p>

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  Episode #7

  The World is Your Oyster - A Deep Dive on the Master Mason Degree

  Mar 30, 20261h 54mS1

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this episode, co-hosts Chris Crume and Matt Salyer take a deep dive into the Master Mason degree in the third of a 3-part deeper dive into the three degrees of Freemasonry.  Many feel the Master Mason degree is the culmination of their journey, but see why we see it as just the beginning in this discussion talks about all things Master Mason.  This episode also features part 2 of our wide ranging interview with Past Grand Master, MWB William M. Carter III!  </p><p>Follow us on <b>Facebook</b>, <b>Instagram</b>, and...

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  Episode #6

  On to the Middle Chamber - A Deep Dive into the Fellow Craft Degree

  Feb 23, 20262h 19mS1

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this episode, co-hosts Chris Crume and Matt Salyer take a deep dive into the Fellow Craft degree in the second of a 3-part deeper dive into the three degrees of Freemasonry.  Some may consider the Fellow Craft degree a "stepping stone" degree, but find out why it just might be our favorite degree as this discussion talks about all things Fellow Craft.  This episode also features part 1 of our wide ranging interview with Past Grand Master, MWB William M. Carter III!  </p><p>Follow us on <b>Facebook</b>, <b>Instagram</b>, and...

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