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S2E81 - Secrets of Immortality: Freemasonry, Taoism and the Lost Blueprint of the Ancients
In this thought-provoking and transformative episode of Onion Soup, host Dexter sits down with Chris Earnshaw, a third-degree Mason, to explore the hidden parallels between two seemingly distant traditions: Freemasonry and Taoism. One is a 300-year-old initiatory brotherhood shrouded in symbolism and ritual, the other a 3,000-year-old spiritual philosophy rooted in harmony with nature—yet both appear to point toward the same ancient truths.
Chris guides us through the unexpected overlaps in teachings, symbolism, and esoteric practices, revealing how both systems encode ancient knowledge about balance, consciousness, self-mastery, and the perennial human quest for immortality—both literal and spiritual. Together, Dexter and Chris unpack misunderstood ideas around secrecy, ritual, and initiation, challenging mainstream narratives and inviting listeners to look beyond surface-level interpretations.
This conversation dives deep into lost knowledge, sacred symbolism, and the idea that ancient wisdom has always been passed down through coded language, allegory, and disciplined practice. They explore how Taoist philosophy and Masonic teachings each emphasize inner transformation, moral refinement, and alignment with universal law—suggesting that truth itself may be timeless, simply wearing different cultural masks.
Whether you’re curious about Freemasonry, drawn to Taoism, or fascinated by the hidden threads connecting ancient traditions, this episode opens a doorway into a deeper understanding of humanity’s shared spiritual inheritance. Tune in for a discussion that challenges assumptions, expands awareness, and reveals how ancient wisdom continues to quietly shape the modern world.
