About this episode

The episode explores the relationship between self-mastery and tyranny through the lens of Freemasonry and a historical piece from 1938.

This week, we are unlocking the archives of the nineteen thirties to expose a thin line between self-mastery and absolute tyranny. First, we dive into a striking 1938 piece titled Superman, written right as the shadow of totalitarianism was taking over Europe. We're looking at how a misunderstood philosophy was weaponized by dictators, and why true Freemasonry serves as the ultimate shield against the tyrant. Then we look at the purpose of Freemasonry, tracing how man, born completely helpless, utilizes the blueprint of the craft to step into his highest potential. It's an episode about breaking free from mundane conformity, mastering your passions, and mapping the future of human progress. Links: The New SUBSTACK! http://www.wcypodcast.substack.com The Secretary Box Teaser wcypodcast.com/secretary-box Skull and Crown Ltd. www.skullandcrownltd.com Craftsman+ FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftsmanplus/ WCY Podcast YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/WhenceCameYou Our Patreon www.patreon.com/wcypodcast Support the show on PayPal https://wcypodcast.com/support-the-show Get some swag! https://wcypodcast.com/the-shop Get the book! http://a.co/5rtYr2r

People in this episode

Host: Robert Johnson

Topics covered

• self-mastery
• tyranny
• Freemasonry
• human progress
• philosophy
• totalitarianism

Keywords

• Freemasonry
• self-mastery
• tyranny
• totalitarianism
• human potential
• philosophy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Skull and Crown Ltd., Craftsman+, WCY Podcast YouTube Channel, Patreon

Books & works: Superman

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