DNA & Your Genealogy: Episode 78
Special guest CeCe Moore discusses what it’s like to research for the PBS show “Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates Jr.”
Nov 14, 2014•45 min
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Episodes
Haunting Ancestral Cemeteries: Episode 77
This month we're haunting ancestral cemeteries! Analyze ancestral tombstones, find obituaries online and learn how to make a cemetery research trip.
Oct 20, 2014•43 min
Your Genealogy Preparedness Plan: Episode 76
This month is all about Genealogy Preparedness. Learn how to backup your research, archive physical files and ensure long-term preservation of your genealogy.
Sep 16, 2014•45 min
Best Genealogy Websites of 2014: Episode 75
Listen for highlights from our 15th annual listing of the 101 Best Genealogy Websites.
Aug 13, 2014•41 min
All About Ancestry.com: Episode 74
In this month's episode, learn all about Ancestry.com including the site's recent attack from hackers and about the retirement of popular Ancestry.com services.
Jul 15, 2014•42 min
Tracing Your Military Ancestors: Episode 73
This month's theme is Tracing Military Ancestors. Learn how to find info on your female veteran ancestors, what military records you can find and much more.
Jun 12, 2014•36 min
Genealogy Road Trips and Tours: Episode 72
Prepare for your summer genealogy road trips and tours with this episode, including what to pack and the best apps for researching on the road.
May 15, 2014•46 min
Record and Preserve Your Family’s Story: Episode 71
For many genealogists, the goal of their research is to share it with future generations. This month, learn about some helpful tools for doing just that.
Apr 15, 2014•52 min
Combating Brick Walls: Episode 70
Because brick walls are such a consistent nuisance for genealogists, learn how to combat them with the latest tips and tricks from the experts.
Mar 14, 2014•50 min
The Latest High-Tech Genealogy Research Tools: Episode 69
On the heels of the annual RootsTech conference, learn about the latest high-tech research tools, including the massive databases on Ancestry.com.
Feb 13, 2014•45 min
The 175th Anniversary of Photography: Episode 68
This episode's theme is the 175th Anniversary of Photography. Learn about photo editing and retouching for genealogists, cool photo features on sites like MyHeritage and FamilySearch.org, and hear about the history of photography from the Photo Detective herself, Maureen Taylor.
Jan 16, 2014•45 min
State Sources: Episode 67
This episode's theme is State Sources. Learn about the best state websites for your genealogy, go inside the wealth of information at the Kentucky Historical Society and discover state crash courses at Family Tree Shop.
Dec 17, 2013•38 min
Discovering Your Ethnic Heritage: Episode 66
This episode's theme is Ethnic Heritage. Learn about your immigrant ancestors through church records, the National Archives of Norway, Czech and Slovak Genealogy courses and through ethnic value packs and eBooks.
Nov 15, 2013•43 min
Digitize Your Home Movies: Episode 65
This month's theme is Family History Month. Learn how to convert old home videos, organize your genealogy, and how to use the site Tribal Pages. Plus: New section in Family Tree Magazine!
Oct 15, 2013•44 min
Geography and Genealogy: Episode 64
This month's theme is Genealogy and Geography. Learn how to trace your ancestral village, how to add "local flavor" to your genealogy and more.
Sep 17, 2013•44 min
101 Best Genealogy Websites: Episode 63
This month's theme is 101 Best Genealogy Websites 2013. Learn about some of this year's best websites, including the Newberry Library, FamilySearch.org, Ancestry.com and My Genealogy Hound. Plus: Become an Ancestry.com Power User.
Aug 13, 2013•36 min
Civil War Roots: Episode 62
This month's theme is Civil War Roots. Learn how to find your Gettysburg ancestors, honor the battlefield with a virtual visit, and learn to navigate the Civil War Soldiers and Sailors System website.
Jul 16, 2013•40 min
Family History Freebies: Episode 61
This month's theme is Family History Freebies. Learn about some free family history tools, Heritage Quest, and how to become a FamilySearch.org Power User.
Jun 14, 2013•38 min
Conquering the Courthouse I: Episode 60
This month, explore overlooked and underused sources with courthouse records, probate records and Cyndi's List.
May 20, 2013•32 min
American History: Episode 59
This month, explore American history for genealogists with historic maps, social history tools and the Family Tree Magazine "Top 40 Genealogy Blogs".
Apr 16, 2013•45 min
Finding Your Female Ancestors: Episode 58
This month, research your female roots by learning how to tease out maiden names, sources to check, and learning more about the historical context of our female ancestor’s lives.
Mar 19, 2013•43 min
Heritage in Historical Photography: Episode 57
In this episode, learn tips on historic photo identification and preservation from the Family Photo Detective, learn about the historical photograph identification site Dead Fred from founder Joe Bott, and explore a Family Tree University Power Course on photo restoration and preservation.
Feb 13, 2013•38 min
Explore Online Resources: Episode 56
This month, explore genealogy online by learning about Google Books, WikiTree.com, Ancestry.com and the Ultimate Google for Genealogists Collection.
Jan 14, 2013•36 min
Documenting Your Journey: Episode 55
Celebrate the holidays by recording your family history. Learn quick tips for getting your name on the bookshelf or take an online course on creating a family book. Plus, discover British records on FindMyPast.com.
Dec 14, 2012•39 min
Digitize Your Documents and Photos: Episode 54
This month, give thanks for your family by digitizing your documents and photos. Learn tricks for scanning old pictures, and get the details on digital photography essentials.
Nov 15, 2012•33 min
A Grave Podcast: Episode 53
This month, celebrate Halloween by diving into your heritage. Learn how to navigate a cemetery, tips and tricks for tombstones and the benefits of Find A Grave. Plus: An insider look at big acquisitions in the genealogy world.
Oct 19, 2012•43 min
Preventative Medicine for Your Research: Episode 52
This month, practice some preventative medicine with your family tree by guarding it from sick sources, learn what DNA tests can reveal about your genealogy and get the 411 on why you should be citing your sources. Plus: A breakdown of some new genealogy apps.
Sep 13, 2012•48 min
Mobile Genealogy: Episode 51
Take your genealogy on the road with some great new mobile apps, learn tips and tricks for family history travel, and tour the top mobile websites of 2012 pulled straight from the brand new "101 Best Websites for Tracing Your Roots" list. Plus: How to win a free registration to the Fall Virtual Genealogy Conference.
Aug 20, 2012•43 min
Researching the War of 1812: Episode 50
Celebrate The War of 1812 Bicentennial, get an update on the 1940 census, learn tips for Revolutionary War genealogy resources and how to search the Daughters of the American Revolution website. Plus: Secrets on how to find your immigrant ancestors.
Jul 17, 2012•37 min
Finding Historical Context: Episode 49
Find out some outstanding resources to uncover the social history of your ancestors, and get a taste of your family's food heritage.
Jun 27, 2012•42 min
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