Mastering Ancestry Pro Tools – An Interview with Gena Philibert-Ortega
Gena Philibert-Ortega offers some tips for using Ancestry Pro Tools to improve the accuracy of your family tree.
Mar 15, 2024•20 min
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Overcoming Brick Walls in Your Irish Genealogy Research – An Interview with Eliza Watson
In this episode, Eliza Watson provides some valuable tips for researchers looking to overcome obstacles in their Irish genealogy research.
Mar 01, 2024•44 min
Introducing BanyanDNA – An Interview with Leah Larkin
In this episode, New Media Editor and Guest Host Rachel Christian interviews Leah Larkin about an exciting new genealogy tool called BanyanDNA.
Feb 15, 2024•19 min
Preparing for RootsTech 2024 – An Interview with Sunny Morton
In this episode, Family Tree Magazine Editor Andrew Koch interviews Sunny Morton about RootsTech and how to make the most of the event.
Feb 01, 2024•32 min
Best Websites – Explore FamilyTreeMagazine.com with Lisa Louise Cooke
This month, we are taking a look at our very own website, FamilyTreeMagazine.com. Find valuable free downloadable forms, eBooks and more.
Jan 15, 2024•15 min
Celebrating 15 Years of the Family Tree Magazine Podcast
This episode celebrates 15 years of the podcast with three past interviews from Rich Venezia, Denise May Levenick and Diahan Southard.
Jan 01, 2024•38 min
Best Websites – Revisiting Ellis Island Passenger Search Portal with Kathryn Marks
This episode revisits the April walk-through of the Passenger Search database for finding ancestors who arrived through Ellis Island.
Dec 15, 2023•15 min
December Podcast – Podcast Interview Highlights from 2023
This episode highlights the best interviews from 2023: Lisa Alzo shares her research plan, and Denise May Levenick offers tips for recipe preservation.
Dec 02, 2023•30 min
Best Websites – FamilySearch Image Portal – A Discussion with Ryan Roughan and Chris McConkie
In this episode, Ryan and Chris from FamilySearch walk us through the FamilySearch Image Portal and how to use it effectively to find images.
Nov 15, 2023•14 min
When AI and Genealogy Unite – An Interview with Thomas MacEntee
In this episode, Thomas MacEntee shares how AI has been shaping the world of genealogy. Also, find some excellent tips for writing your family history.
Nov 01, 2023•25 min
Best Websites – Virtual Genealogical Association – An Interview with Jeanette Sheliga
VGA president Jeanette Sheliga talks about the VGA, its offerings and the benefits of getting involved with a virtual community devoted to genealogy.
Oct 15, 2023•18 min
Spotting Inconsistencies in Census Records – An Interview with Robyn Smith
In this episode, Robyn Smith explains how census records can be misleading. Also, Gena Philibert-Ortega offers tips for preserving family recipes.
Oct 02, 2023•33 min
Best Websites – Meyers Gazetteer – An Interview with James Beidler
In this episode, James Beidler highlights Meyers Gazetteer and how it can best guide your German genealogy research.
Sep 15, 2023•16 min
Strategizing Your Italian Genealogy Research – Tips from an Article by Melanie D. Holtz
Lisa reviews an article on Italian genealogy written by Melanie D. Holtz. Also, learn how to read difficult handwriting in documents with Colleen Stutz.
Sep 01, 2023•31 min
Best Websites – Cyndi’s List – An Interview with Cyndi Ingle
In this episode, Cyndi Ingle shares some of the resources found on her website and how visitors can make the most of these resources.
Aug 15, 2023•18 min
Picking the Perfect DNA Test – An Interview with Shannon Combs-Bennett
In this episode, Shannon Combs-Bennett highlights the top DNA tests and their benefits. Plus, Charlotte Barnes tells us how to get kids interested in genealogy.
Aug 01, 2023•35 min
Best Websites – Historypin.org – An Interview with Sunny Jane Morton
In this episode, Sunny Jane Morton highlights some of the key features of the free tool Historypin, which allows users to share images, online photos and more.
Jul 15, 2023•18 min
Finding Your U.S. Colonial Ancestors – An Interview with David Fryxell
In this episode, David Fryxell explains how to research U.S. colonial ancestors. Plus, learn how to preserve heirloom American flags.
Jul 01, 2023•32 min
Best Websites: Family Tree Magazine’s 2023 Best Websites – An Interview with Rick Crume
In this episode, Rick Crume highlights some of the websites that made Family Tree Magazine's lists of 101 Best Genealogy Websites and 75 Best State Websites.
Jun 15, 2023•14 min
Navigating the 1931 Census of Canada – An Interview with Kathryn Lake Hogan
In this episode, Kathryn Lake Hogan talks about the 1931 Census of Canada and how to search it. Plus, learn how to plan a memorable family reunion.
Jun 01, 2023•35 min
Best Websites: AncientFaces.com – An Interview with Daniel Pinna
In this episode of Best Websites, Daniel Pinna talks about AncientFaces and what the platform has to offer as a community and as a tool for sharing photos.
May 15, 2023•20 min
Exploring the History Behind Post-Mortem Photography – An Interview with Robbie Gorr
Robbie Gorr shares the history behind Victorian post-mortem photography. Plus, learn how to preserve photo prints with Photo Detective Maureen Taylor.
May 01, 2023•32 min
Best Websites: Ellis Island Passenger Search Portal – An Interview with Kathryn Marks
In this episode, Kathryn Marks explains how to use the Passenger Search database to find ancestors who arrived in America via the Port of New York.
Apr 15, 2023•15 min
Piecing Together Your Ancestor’s Life with Newspapers – An Interview with Stephen Wendt
In this episode, Stephen Wendt shows us how to use newspapers to learn more about our ancestors. Also, learn how to craft a family history outline.
Apr 01, 2023•31 min
Best Websites: RootsTech.org – Enjoy Conference Video Content at Home
Genealogists from all over gathered in Salt Lake City for RootsTech 2023. Here's how to access RootsTech website features throughout the year, from home!
Mar 15, 2023•15 min
Finding the Maiden Names of Female Ancestors – An Interview with Shelley Bishop
In this interview, Shelley Bishop offers some strategies for finding the maiden names of female ancestors. Also, learn how to handle odorous family photos.
Mar 01, 2023•36 min
Best Websites: Enslaved.org – An In-Depth Look with Shamele Jordon
In this episode of Best Websites, Shamele Jordon tells us about the many resources available for those looking for enslaved ancestors at Enslaved.org.
Feb 15, 2023•19 min
Researching Your Family History at Your Local Library – An Interview with Anna Rose Johnson
In this episode, Anna Rose Johnson tells us how to use local libraries for genealogy research. Also, learn how to preserve heirloom kitchenware.
Jan 31, 2023•34 min
Best Websites: Ancestry.com Card Catalog Walk-Through with Lisa Louise Cooke
In this episode of Best Websites, Lisa Louise Cooke walks us through Ancestry.com's card catalog and shows us how to access valuable records for free.
Jan 15, 2023•11 min
How to Make the Perfect Genealogy Research Plan – An Interview with Lisa Alzo
Lisa Alzo offers tips for creating a genealogy research plan. Plus, learn how to better organize your genealogy research.
Jan 01, 2023•31 min
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