Minute Book is dedicated to uncovering the hidden histories, enduring legacies, and often overlooked material culture of fraternal organizations across the United States. Hosted by Heather Calloway and Seth Anthony, each episode offers expert insight into the symbols, stories, and secrets that shape these societies and the people working to preserve them.
In this episode of Minute Book, we turn our attention to the Benevolent and Protective Order of Does, a lesser-known yet powerful "unofficial" women's auxiliary of the Elks. Founded in 1921, the BPO Does offered women an organized, fraternal path to service, sisterhood, and social impact at a time when many fraternal doors were closed to them.
Heather and Seth dive into:
The founding story and early controversies of the BPO Does
Surprising facts about the Does' contributions to charity and community
Where you can still find active Doe Drove chapters today
Whether you're a lifelong Elk, a fraternal historian, or just curious about the women behind the scenes, this episode sheds light on a group that deserves more recognition.
🎨 Artwork by: Chase Lewondowski @chas.lewando
🎵 Music: Ridin' de Goat, composed by Jim Fisk, performed by the Vintage Orchestra
For more info and behind-the-scenes content, visit MinuteBookHistory.com or follow us on Instagram or YouTube @MinuteBookHistory @fraternalcollections
25 Jul 2025
USBF: The United States Benevolent Fraternity
In this episode of Minute Book, Heather and Seth explore the mysterious United States Benevolent Fraternity, founded in 1881 in Baltimore and gone almost as quickly as it arrived. From death benefits to equal membership for men and women, we trace its brief but fascinating existence through records, newspaper clippings, and a bit of fraternal sleuthing.
Today's Hosts: Seth and Heather
🎨 Artwork by: Chase Lewondowski @chas.lewando
🎵 Music: Ridin' de Goat, composed by Jim Fisk, performed by the Vintage Orchestra
For more info and behind-the-scenes content, visit MinuteBookHistory.com or follow us on Instagram or YouTube @MinuteBookHistory @fraternalcollections
16 Jun 2025
The Arctic Brotherhood: Born at Sea
Hosts Heather Calloway and Seth Anthony explore the origins of the Arctic Brotherhood, a fraternal order founded by gold seekers aboard a steamship in 1899.
10 Jun 2025
Get Schooled in the Craft: The Midwest Conference on Masonic Education
Hosts Seth Anthony and Heather Calloway explore the Midwest Conference on Masonic Education, a long-standing forum for sharing Masonic educational practices since 1949.
12 May 2025
Minute Book: The Golden Age
Hosts Seth Anthony and Heather Calloway introduce the Minute Book podcast, exploring fraternal history and revealing why these organizations matter, uncovering forgotten stories.
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