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Aug 26 2010

How Freemasons Work

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There are lots of conspiracy theories about Freemasons, but how much do you really know about this secretive order? In this episode, Josh and Chuck take a comprehensive look at the origins, history, practices, beliefs and famous figures of Freemasonry.

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Josh and Chuck dive into the secretive world of Freemasonry, exploring the history, rituals, and conspiracy theories surrounding this ancient fraternal organization. From the legendary tale of master builder Hiram Abiff and King Solomon's Temple to the reality of medieval stonemasons' guilds, they uncover how operative masons evolved into the philosophical fraternity we know today. The hosts reveal some of the Masons' not-so-secret secrets, discuss their influence on American history, and address the various conspiracy theories that have swirled around the organization for centuries.


Movies Discussed

The Flintstones
The Flintstones
1960
★ 7.4
"So Chuck Flintstones, what was that, the Royal Order of Buffalo? — Josh was making a connection between Masonic lodges and Fred Flintstone's fraternal organization in the animated series." — Josh

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