TWS 016 Map of Thieves Interview with Bro:. Michael Karpovage

TWS 016 Map of Thieves Interview with Bro:. Michael Karpovage

Author: Juan Sepulveda April 28, 2014 Duration: 47:43
Interview with Artist and Author Michael Karpovage On this episode of The Winding Stairs I interview Brother Michael Karpovage. Author, illustrator and entrepreneur, who's work has been influenced by Freemasonry. Join me as I have an insightful conversation with a fellow artist, who happens to be a Mason. Some of the topics discussed in this episode: Bro: Michael's beginnings in art and the early life decisions that led him there. How he stumbled upon a member of the fraternity and asked. The influence Freemasonry has had in his life and his literary work. We discuss some amazing stories of Freemasons who confronted and aided each other during various wars in America. We discuss further his passion for military history and the role that Freemasonry played therein. Learn how Freemasonry has made Bro. Karpovage a different man. The First Native American to ever join our Fraternity. This episode of The Winding Stairs was made possible by MasonicFundraiser.com If you are interested in purchasing Bro:. Karpovage's work, please use the links below.          *Disclaimer: The links to the products listed above are affiliate links. This will not affect the final price you pay for these items, However, I will receive a small commission from your purchase. Let it be known that the fact that I may receive a small commission on these and other products through the site, does not affect my views of the products mentioned. Making these affiliate links simply help keep the program alive. Thank you for your continued support of the program. To learn more about Bro:. Michael Karpovage's work, visit: KarpovageCreative.com  Don't forget to participate in the question at the bottom of this post for a chance to win a surprise gift from Bro:. Michael.   If you enjoyed this post and would like to be among the first to know when we publish new episodes of The Winding Stairs Freemasonry Podcast, make sure to sign up for our email newsletter. By signing up you also receive a free copy of our Masonic Light Resource Report. Click Below to sign up now. Your voice is very important to us Join the conversation in our various social media channels. Share your thoughts on this... What has been the most influential book you have ever read? -Please share your answers below-

Curiosity about Freemasonry often leads to a tangle of myths, history, and symbolism. The Winding Stairs Freemasonry Podcast untangles that knot, offering a clear path for understanding. Hosted by Master Mason Juan Sepulveda, this series moves beyond the popular secrecy tropes to explore the fraternity's genuine role as a centuries-old system for personal development. Each episode feels like a thoughtful conversation, examining how Masonic principles and rituals have quietly influenced society and history while focusing on their core purpose: transforming a good individual into a better one. You'll hear discussions that delve into philosophical concepts, historical contexts, and the practical application of Masonic teachings in everyday life. This isn't just for members; it's crafted for anyone drawn to the study of self-improvement and the enduring questions about life's purpose. The podcast provides a grounded perspective, explaining what the journey actually entails and how its timeless lessons on character, ethics, and community remain profoundly relevant. By listening, you gain an insider's viewpoint from a practicing Mason dedicated to sharing knowledge, making the often-misunderstood world of Freemasonry accessible and meaningful.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 79

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Podcast Episodes
Act by the Plumb | How Freemasonry builds upright men [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:56
In order for a structure to be soundly built, it has to rest upon a solid level foundation. Otherwise, the higher it rises, the more unstable it becomes. In Freemasonry, we stand before our Brothers as an Upright Man and…
Meeting on the Level | Sitting at separate tables [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:19
What does it mean to meet on the level? It means that regardless of your economic, social, or religious background when you meet with other Brothers, you are equals. As Freemasons, we are called to regard the entirety of…
Masonic Travels | Are you a Traveling Man [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:09
What do Masons get out of traveling Masonically. In other words, what does a Freemason gain from visiting other Lodges and other Masonic Jurisdictions in their travels. The short answer is, A LOT! On this episode of The…
Masonic Lodge Meetings | What to avoid and improve [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:02
Our stated meetings don't have a reputation for being the most amazing in the world. Honestly, sometimes our meetings resemble more a HOA meeting than anything else. But it doesn't have to be that way. Our Fraternity has…
Where have I been? | Did I leave Freemasonry? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:00
Hey Juan, where have you been? You may have been wondering why hasn't there been an episode of The Winding Stairs Freemasonry Podcast in such a long time. Did I hang up my Masonic Apron? Did I turn in my Masonic Regalia…
Masonic Education | Start Small [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:32
Mentioned in this episode: 6 Tips to improve your Lodge's Masonic Education Join our Applied Freemasonry program. Support for The Winding Stairs Freemasonry Podcast This program is made possible in part by the generous s…
Freemasonry Down Under | The Lost Interview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:12
Freemasonry Down Under | The Uniqueness of Australian Masonry Freemasonry down under may be slightly different than what you may think. The structure of the organization is very interesting in a way that allows for the r…
A Freemason and a Gentleman | 3 easy tips to really make a difference [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:27
Is a Freemason a Gentleman? It is said that Freemasonry takes good men and makes them better. When applied effectively, any man who follows the tenets of Freemasonry will begin to resemble more and more what we call a ge…
Amity and Beyond | Tech in Freemasonry [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:55
Have you ever been traveling and thought to yourself "I wonder if there is a Lodge nearby."? Don't you wish that you knew which Lodges are near you, when they meet, and if they are in amity with your Grand Lodge? Well, i…
Illuminati Mysteries Revealed | A Conversation with Bro. Josef Wages [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:57
Although pop culture has a very twisted idea of what The Order of the Illuminati really is or was, there is scholarly work being done today by prominent historian and researchers. Fortunately, some of these professionals…