Durham Freemasons' Podcast

Episodes

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  DWTBA! Episode 3 04.06.2026 30m

  This month we explore another important aspect of Every Brother Matters – what happens when someone joins Freemasonry and things just don’t seem to gel. We are joined by Durham Lead on Membership John Henry and new Master Mason Peter Irvine, who shares his own experience of finding that his first lodge wasn’t the right fit and how finding a different lodge transformed his Masonic journey. The discussion explores belonging, lodge culture, membership retention, and why Every Brother Matters is ...
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  #DWTBA Episode 2 09.04.2026 35m

  Episode two of the new Durham Freemasons Multicast. In this episode, we discuss what makes anyone want to join Freemasonry and Why Every Brother Matters. A light-hearted yet deeply meaningful exploration of being a Freemason in Durham in 20206. In this episode, the team are joined by Head of Durham Freemasons John Watts. Discover the welcome that awaits every new and every existing brother.
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  DWTBA! Episode 1 - SQs 08.03.2026 5m

  At the end of Episode 1, we’ve included a set of supplementary questions designed to spark further thought and conversation. These short prompts invite listeners to reflect on initiative, belonging and lodge culture, while offering a preview of themes we’ll explore in future episodes of the Durham Freemasons podcast.
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  DWTBA! Episode 1 08.03.2026 22m

  Episode 1 introduces the new Durham Freemasons podcast and asks a simple question: where do we go from here? The hosts reflect on recent activity across the Province, including charitable projects, lodge initiatives and the growing momentum behind the message “Don’t Wait To Be Asked.” The discussion explores how small acts of initiative and awareness can strengthen lodge culture and encourage greater participation. It also looks ahead to the coming months, outlining the themes the podcast wil...
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  Durham Insight - Season 02 - Episode 07 - The One Where John Announces his Replacement..? 03.04.2025 42m

  In this episode Gavin is joined by John, for the final time, as he prepares stand down as our Provincial Grand Master, and step up as an Assistant Grand Master. They discuss his journey so far, and what lies in store for both him and our Province.
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  Durham Insight - Season 02 - Episode 06 19.02.2025 43m

  In this episode Gavin and John are joined by the Provincial Membership Officer, Jamie Rielly, for a Membership Special; how you can get involved with the team, how you can help your Lodge, and for those non-members, how you can find out more and join us.
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  Durham Insight - Season 02 - Episode 05 17.01.2025 57m

  In this episode Gavin and John are joined by the Provincial Secretary, Richard Scott. They recap some of the highlights of 2024 and discuss some of the upcoming events for 2025. Richard also gives some insight into his role as Provincial Secretary / Scribe E.
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  Durham Insight - Season 02 - Episode 04 04.12.2024 20m

  In this episode Gavin and John bring you a Festive Update, discussing the initiatives from the Province over the Christmas period and also recap on the November activities, which included the Remembrance events. They also discuss Portal - the new way of connecting to your Masonic records, being trialled by our Province.
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  Durham Insight - Season 02 - Episode 03 31.10.2024 39m

  In this episode Gavin is rejoined by the Provincial Grand Master, John Thompson, and their guest is Mark Davies, the Durham Teddies for Loving Care Co-ordinator. They discuss a new initiative with the TLC program and , as ever, the goings-on in and around Province, including the upcoming activities for the Christmas period providing social interaction for our members.
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  Durham Insight - Season 02 - Episode 02 17.10.2024 27m

  King's Trust special. In this episode Gavin is joined by John Watts, the Deputy Provincial Grand Master and Chair of the Durham Freemasons Charity. They have with them a special guest, Gillian Hutchinson, Head of Department of the King's Trust at the Education Training Collection.
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  Durham Insight - Season 02 - Episode 01 04.09.2024 53m

  The first episode of season 2, and yes, that is just because there was a break since the last one! In this episode Gavin and John are joined by APGM Andrew Foster. They discuss all of the goings-on in and around Province, the upcoming Consecration of a new Chapter, and number of the charitable events that are on the horizon.
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  Durham Insight - 10 12.06.2024 46m

  The tenth episode of the Durham Insight Podcast. In this episode Gavin and John are joined by one of the founders of the soon to be consecrated Gambrinus Lodge, Barry Clark, and the retiring Provincial Grand Secretary, Tom Gittins.
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  Durham Insight - 09 09.05.2024 38m

  The ninth episode of the Durham Insight Podcast. In this episode Gavin and John have a general catch-up, discuss the Annual Provincial Meetings of both Craft and Chapter, and some of the other upcoming events in and around the Province.
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  Durham Insight - 08 03.04.2024 40m

  The eighth episode of the Durham Insight Podcast. In this episode Gavin and John are joined by the Provincial Wardens, Richard Davison and Wayne Rumley, with discussions about their time as Wardens, which included the recent Consecration of Anglers Lodge, plus other events in and around the Province.
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  Durham Insight - 07 20.02.2024 41m

  The seventh episode of the Durham Insight Podcast. In this episode Gavin and John are joined by David Hay and David Frew, with discussions about the upcoming Royal Arch focus events, Learning & Development, the Anglers Lodge and the Fishing Charity.
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  Durham Insight - 06 17.01.2024 44m

  The sixth episode of the Durham Insight Podcast. In this episode Gavin and John are joined by John Henry and Colin Elrick, to discuss Durham Cornerstone - 1734, and also the Consecration of the new Angling Lodge.
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  Durham Insight - 05 15.12.2023 37m

  The fifth episode of the Durham Insight Podcast. In this episode Gavin and John are joined by one of the Assistant Provincial Grand Masters, Andrew Foster. They discuss some of the upcoming events around the Province, and the recent donation to the Princes Trust with its 'Dragon's Den' panel.
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  Durham Insight - 04 18.11.2023 49m

  The fourth edition of the Durham Insight Podcast, this one discussing the recent charity bike ride, the "fat lads at the back" challenge, and the launch of Durham Cornerstone, our new Masons forum.
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  Durham Insight - 03 01.09.2023 30m

  The Third edition of the Durham Insight Podcast, this one focusing on our Masonic Charities.
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  Durham Insight - 02 27.07.2023 35m

  The Second Audio edition of Durham Insight, to accompany our Newsletter.