Are there female Freemasons?

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Are there female Freemasons?

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Apr 14, 2010

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The Freemasons' secretive nature tends to provoke speculation and conspiracy theories, but Molly and Cristen are more interested in the group's gender dynamics. Can women join this traditionally fraternal order? Tune in to find out. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Apr 14, 2010

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