Family Tree Magazine Podcast

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Build Your Family Tree with Genealogy

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Episodes

Footnote’s New Interactive Census Collection: Episode 18

Diane Haddad gives you the inside scoop on Footnote's new interactive census collection, which will add 9.5 million documents to the website's collection.

Nov 01, 2009•49 min

Researching Your Native American Ancestors: Episode 17

Searching for Native American roots? Jim Warren offers advice from his article in the November 2009 issue.

Oct 21, 2009•48 min

Diving Deep in the Library of Congress: Episode 16

In this episode we explore the variety of US collections available at the Library of Congress.

Sep 01, 2009•43 min

Best Websites and a Redesign Sneak Peek: Episode 15

Lisa talks with publisher Allison Stacy about Family Tree Magazine's 10th anniversary, as well as a sneak peak of the magazine's redesign.

Aug 01, 2009•48 min

Reverse Genealogy: Episode 14

In this episode’s top tips segment, Family Tree Magazine contributing editor Maureen A. Taylor tells us how reversing the rules can deliver some great results.

Jul 01, 2009•50 min

Where to Find Us this Summer: Episode 13

Allison and Lisa talk about upcoming genealogy events where you can meet Family Tree Magazine staff, network with fellow researchers and take away great ideas for tracing your roots.

Jun 01, 2009•37 min

Searching Census Records: Episode 12

In this episode we get some tips from the experts on using census records to discover your ancestors.

May 01, 2009•44 min

Hidden Clues in Old Hairstyles: Episode 11

Photo Detective Maureen A. Taylor talks with host Lisa Louise Cooke about historical hairstyles and what they can tell us about our ancestors.

Apr 01, 2009•38 min

RootsMagic Updates and Research-Friendly States: Episode 10

We review the best and worst states for genealogy research, plus a look at the Family History Library, World Vital Records and Irish roots.

Mar 01, 2009•42 min

Web Guides and Memory Makers: Episode 9

We share new record releases and money-saving research tips, plus advice for creating, sharing and preserving family photos.

Feb 01, 2009•45 min

Setting Your Genealogy Goals for the New Year: Episode 8

Learn secrets for searching online library catalogs, historical newspapers on GenealogyBank, and great ideas for tracing your roots in the new year.

Jan 01, 2009•33 min

2008 Year in Review: Episode 7

Highlights from this episode include genealogy gifts, top tips for making the most of Google, hints for interviewing relatives over the holidays and more.

Dec 01, 2008•36 min

Civil War Resources and More: Episode 6

This episode is all about Civil War Research, including a look at the Soldiers and Sailors Database from the National Park Service.

Nov 01, 2008•36 min

Skeletons in the Closet: Episode 5

Lisa chats with Sunny McClellan Morton, author of the article "Skeletons In The Closet" from the Nov 2008 issue, plus much more.

Oct 01, 2008•33 min

Live from the FGS Conference: Episode 4

Host Lisa Louise Cooke and managing editor Diane Haddad bring you news from the 2008 Federation of Genealogical Societies conference.

Sep 16, 2008•33 min

Reaching Out to Readers: Episode 3

Lisa and Allison discuss ways that listeners and readers can get involved with Family Tree Magazine.

Aug 01, 2008•39 min

Best Websites Preview and More: Episode 2

This episode is all about websites! Join us as we feature some of our favorites from the upcoming 101 Best Websites for Genealogy feature.

Jul 01, 2008•33 min

Recharging Your Research: Episode 1

Welcome to the premiere episode of the Family Tree Magazine podcast! We're sharing our best tips, resources and more.

Jun 01, 2008•33 min

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