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Symbols, Secrets, and Sarcasm: Lifting the Veil with Sitara
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A bold and irreverent exploration of Freemasonry, esotericism, and the hidden architecture of reality. In this inaugural episode, we break down common misconceptions about Masonry, decode the deeper meanings behind ritual, and reflect on how modern spirituality is often misunderstood. Sarcasm is our ritual tool, and nothing is off-limits — including ourselves.Hosted by H. Caleb Lara and Avi Nash.
✦ H. Caleb Lara: Initiated into Freemasonry in 2005 in Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico. A 32° Scottish Rite Mason (Valley of El Paso), Past Commander, Past High Priest, and Past Thrice Illustrious Master in the York Rite, and is also an active member of many other initiatic Orders beyond Freemasonry. Caleb has actively been teaching Occult sciences for over twenty years.
✦ Monarch Avi Nash: Raised as a Master Mason in 2003 in Beaumont, Texas. Charter Monarch of Sitara Grotto, with a deep legacy across the Scottish Rite, York Rite, National Sojourners, Eastern Star, and more. Author of "The Masked Khurasan: Al-Muqanna, The Veiled Prophet," an exploration of mysticism and the legendary Mokanna.
This episode was produced by Jean Carlo Sanchez of Elevate Media and Elevate El Paso.
Timestamps:
- 0:00 — Introduction: Meet Caleb and Avi, the mission behind the Sitara Podcast, and the philosophy of "Sacred Sarcasm."
- 5:12 — Freemasonry Myths and Misunderstandings: Handshakes, secrets, and why most of it isn't what you think.
- 12:45 — The Real Ritual Work: What Freemasonry and esoteric tradition actually demand from seekers.
- 20:30 — Sarcasm as a Spiritual Blade: How humor cuts through illusion and false mystique.
- 28:15 — Ancient Symbols, Modern Applications: Why the veils still matter in a postmodern world.
- 36:00 — Mokanna and the Hidden Faces of Reality: A first look at the mystical inspiration behind Sitara Grotto and Avi's scholarship.
- 45:40 — What’s Next on Sitara Podcast: A sneak peek at upcoming episodes — more mysteries, more mischief, more meaning.
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