In this episode, Experience Manager Ryan Roughan and Web Designer Chris McConkie from FamilySearch walk us through the FamilySearch Image Portal, its search functions and what you might discover as you explore. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/BW-2023-11_1_.mp3 Best Genealogy Websites: FamilySearch Image Portal (01:06) Learn how you can find newly-digitized genealogical records as soon as they’re available on...

In this episode, Thomas MacEntee shares some of the incredible ways that AI is shaping the world of genealogy and what this might mean for genealogists. Also, Lisa Alzo shares some excellent tips for writing your family history. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-11.mp3 This episode is brought to you by Newspapers.com The sponsor of today’s episode is Newspaper.com, the largest online newspaper archive....

In this episode of Best Websites, we hear from Virtual Genealogical Association president Jeanette Sheliga about the Virtual Genealogical Association (VGA), its monthly programs and special interest groups and the benefits that come with getting involved with a virtual community devoted to genealogy. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-10-BW.mp3 Best Genealogy Websites: Virtual Genealogical Association (VGA)...

In this episode, Robyn Smith explains how census records can be potentially misleading due to inconsistencies. Also, Gena Philibert-Ortega offers tips for preserving your favorite family recipes. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-10.mp3 Tree Talk (01:06) Family Tree Magazine New Media editor Rachel Christian covers the latest genealogy news. Join the conversation – Follow Family Tree...

In this episode, James Beidler highlights Meyers Gazetteer and how you can use it to better understand Germany’s boundary changes and how they might guide your German genealogy research. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/BW-2023-09.mp3 Best Genealogy Websites: Meyer Gazetteer (00:57) When it comes to doing genealogical research and finding the records of your ancestors, there are two very important things you...

In this episode, Lisa Louise Cooke reviews an article written by Melanie D. Holtz, which offers some excellent tips on Italian genealogy research. Also, learn how to read even the most challenging handwriting on your ancestors’ documents with the help of Colleen Stutz. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-09.mp3 Tree Talk (00:53) Family Tree Magazine New Media editor Rachel Christian covers the latest genealogy...

In this episode of Best Websites, Cyndi Ingle of Cyndi’s list shares some of the excellent resources that her website has to offer and some tips for making the best use of these resources as you research your family history. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-08-BW.mp3 Best Genealogy Websites: Cyndi’s List (01:12) Genealogists were early adopters of the Internet when it first went public. They saw the...

In this episode, Shannon Combs-Bennett highlights the top DNA tests and their most notable offerings to help you decide which one best fits your needs. Also, author Charlotte Barnes tells us how we can get the kids in our lives interested in genealogy. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-08.mp3 Tree Talk (00:59) Family Tree Magazine New Media editor Rachel Christian covers the latest genealogy...

In this episode, Sunny Jane Morton highlights Historypin.org, an excellent free resource that allows you to share and tag images, videos and stories in one place. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-07-BW_1_.mp3 Best Genealogy Websites: Historypin.org (00:19) Historypin is a free online tool for gathering, tagging, and sharing images, online videos and other stories about historical topics, and it uniquely...

In this episode, David Fryxell offers practical advice for researching U.S. colonial ancestors. Plus, learn how to preserve heirloom American flags for many years to come. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-07.mp3 Tree Talk (01:11) Family Tree Magazine New Media editor Rachel Christian covers the latest genealogy news. Resources Mentioned in This Interview: Family Search –...

In this episode of Best Websites, author Rick Crume highlights some of the excellent websites that made the cut for 2023 on Family Tree Magazine’s lists of 101 Best Genealogy Websites and 75 Best State Websites. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-06-BW.mp3 Our Sponsor: Mylio,comIf you have lots of family photos, documents and home videos collecting dust in boxes, Mylio provides you someplace safer to store those...

In this episode, Kathryn Lake Hogan tells us what we can find in the highly anticipated 1931 Census of Canada and offers some strategies for searching it efficiently. Plus, learn how to plan a memorable family reunion this summer with Shamele Jordon. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-06.mp3 This episode is brought to you by Mylio. Mylio can help you keep your countless photos safe in one digital library so that...

In this episode of Best Websites, co-founder Daniel Pinna showcases everything that his platform AncientFaces has to offer as a tool for searching and sharing family memories and as a community. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-05-BW.mp3 Our Sponsor: Mylio,comIf you have countless family photos, documents and home videos stored away in boxes, Mylio can help you keep those valuable items safe. Keep your special...

In this episode, Robbie Gorr shares the eerie but beautiful history and art behind Victorian post-mortem photography. Plus, learn how to keep those original photo prints safe with Photo Detective Maureen Taylor. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-05.mp3 Tree Talk (02:06) Family Tree Magazine New Media editor Rachel Fountain covers the latest genealogy news. May is National Photography Month, and Rachel...

In this episode of Best Websites, Kathryn Marks of the Family History Center at Ellis Island tells us how to use the Passenger Search database to find ancestors who arrived in America via the Port of New York. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-04-BW.mp3 Our Sponsor: Mylio.com Mylio allows you to store your special family photos in one digital library so that can be easily shared, organized and preserved for...

In this episode, Stephen Wendt shows us how we can uncover stories about our ancestors and learn more about them as people simply by gleaning old newspapers. Also, learn how to create an inspiring outline to guide you as you write your family history. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-04.mp3 Tree Talk (01:35) Family Tree Magazine New Media editor Rachel Fountain covers the latest genealogy news. Join...

From March 2nd to March 4th, genealogists from all over the world gathered in Salt Lake City for the highly anticipated genealogy conference, RootsTech 2023. But even if you couldn’t make it in person, you can still enjoy quality RootsTech content from the comfort of home. In this episode, Jen Allen from FamilySearch highlights the RootsTech.org on-demand library and how you can search it to find informative video...

In this interview, Shelley Bishop offers some strategies and resources for tracking down the maiden names of female ancestors. Also, learn what you can do with those family photos that smell less than pleasant. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-03.mp3 This episode is sponsored by Newspapers.com. Get 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription at Newspapers.com with coupon code...

In this episode of Best Websites, genealogist and writer Shamele Jordon highlights the many resources available on Enslaved.org, a website perfect for those who wish to research African American genealogy. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/BW-2023-02.mp3 Our Sponsor: Newspapers.com Get 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription at Newspapers.com with coupon code familytreemagazine. Best Genealogy...

In this episode, Anna Rose Johnson provides tips for taking advantage of the many resources offered by local libraries to find your ancestors. Also, learn how to preserve heirloom utensils and other kitchenware. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-02.mp3 Tree Talk (2:01) Family Tree Magazine New Media editor Rachel Fountain shares topic news items relating to genealogy and family history. Resources...

In this episode of Best Websites, Lisa Louise Cooke walks us through Ancestry.com’s expansive card catalog and reveals how this resource can be used to find valuable records for free. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-01-18-Updated_Bw_1_2023.mp3 Best Genealogy Websites: Ancestry.com Card Catalog (00:18) Ancestry.com is one of the world’s most popular genealogy websites. The card catalog at Ancestry.com can...

In this episode, Lisa Alzo offers practical tips for creating your own genealogy research plan. Plus, learn how to better organize that research (including any documents and other valuable resources). https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2023-01-2.mp3 Tree Talk (2:20) Family Tree Magazine New Media editor Rachel Christian joins Lisa to share the latest genealogy new. Some highlights for January include: ...

In this podcast, genealogist Robyn Smith tells us how you can use witness records to guide your genealogy research. Plus: learn what you can do with those photo negatives and how to navigate WikiTree. This podcast is sponsored by Newspapers.com, the largest online newspaper archive. Newspapers.com boasts over half a billion digitized newspapers from the 1690s to the present day and can help you learn more about your family’s story. Find marriage announcements, birth announcements,...

In this episode, Diahan Southard shares how you can create your family tree with just your DNA. Also: learn about how DNAPainter.com can help you better understand your DNA test results and what tools you can use to more effectively tell your ancestors’ stories. This podcast is sponsored by Newspapers.com, the largest online newspaper archive. With over half a billion digitized newspapers from the 1690s to the present day, Newspapers.com can help you learn more about your family’s...

In this episode, professional genealogist Rich Venezia offers some valuable research tips that will help you track down your ancestor’s Old World town of origin and find meaningful records. Plus: learn how to clean tombstones efficiently and respectfully and how you can use DeadFred.com to search for old photos of your ancestors and upload your own photos. This podcast is sponsored by Artifcts.com. Artifcts.com can help you preserve the wonderful memories and rich stories held by the...