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Family Tree Magazine Podcast episodes:

05.15.2024
Best Websites: Exploring Full-Text Search at FamilySearch with Andrew Koch
In this episode of Best Websites, Family Tree Magazine editor Andrew Koch walks us through the full-text library from FamilySearch. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/BWFTM-05-2024.mp3 Best Genealogy Websites: Full-Text Library Search at FamilySearch FamilySearch announced Full-Text Search just this year at RootsTech 2024. Family Tree Magazine Editor...
05.01.2024
Understanding the 10 Million Names Project – An Interview with Lindsay Fulton
In this episode, Lindsay Fulton from American Ancestors speaks with us about the 10 Million Names Project, its purpose and how you can get involved. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2024-05-FTM.mp3 Researching enslaved ancestors can be a challenge. Fortunately, American Ancestors is working hard to recover the...
04.15.2024
Making the Most of GEDmatch – An Interview with Kitty Munson Cooper
In this episode of Best Websites, DNA Expert Kitty Munson Cooper offer tips for using GEDmatch to better understand your DNA test results. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2024-04-BW.mp3 Best Genealogy Websites: GEDmatch GEDmatch is a handy third-party tool that allows you to compare your DNA test...
04.01.2024
Handling Inherited Research and Objects – An Interview with Lahni Carney
In this episode, New Media Editor Rachel Christian talks with her cousin, professional organizer Lahni Carney about handling inherited research and items with care. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2024-04-FTM.mp3 Feature: Organization for Family Historians Professional organizer Lahni Carney explains all that goes into professional organizing and how...
03.15.2024
Mastering Ancestry Pro Tools – An Interview with Gena Philibert-Ortega
In this episode of Best Website, Gena Philibert-Ortega offers some tips for using Ancestry Pro Tools to improve the accuracy of your family tree. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2024-03-BW-2.mp3 Best Genealogy Websites: Ancestry Pro Tools (00:56) Ancestry recently announced a new membership called the Pro Tools membership...
03.01.2024
Overcoming Brick Walls in Your Irish Genealogy Research – An Interview with Eliza Watson
In this episode of the Family Tree Magazine podcast, author and genealogist Eliza Watson provides some valuable tips for researchers looking to overcome obstacles in their Irish genealogy research. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2024-03.mp3 Feature: Irish Genealogy Brick Walls Eliza Watson is a USA Today best-selling...
02.15.2024
Introducing BanyanDNA – An Interview with Leah Larkin
In this episode of Best Websites, New Media Editor and Guest Host Rachel Christian interviews Leah Larkin about an exciting new genealogy tool called BanyanDNA. You can catch Dr. Larkin at this year’s RootsTech conference to learn more about BanyanDNA. Note: BanyanDNA...
02.01.2024
Preparing for RootsTech 2024 – An Interview with Sunny Morton
In this episode, Family Tree Magazine Editor and Podcast Guest Host Andrew Koch interviews Sunny Morton about the highly anticipated genealogy conference RootsTech, what to expect and what past conferences had to offer. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2024-02.mp3 Getting Ready for Rootstech! (01:59) Rootstech – Your Story...
01.15.2024
Best Websites – Explore FamilyTreeMagazine.com with Lisa Louise Cooke
That’s right! We’re starting off 2024 by taking a look at our very own FamilyTreeMagazine.com. Join Lisa Louise Cooke as she highlights some of our best free downloadable genealogy forms, informative eBooks, quick reference guides and so much more. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/2024-01-BW_1_.mp3 Best Genealogy...
01.01.2024
Celebrating 15 Years of the Family Tree Magazine Podcast
In this episode, we celebrate 15 years of the Family Tree Magazine podcast by revisiting some of our most popular interviews. First, we learn from Rich Venezia once more about finding ancestors’ hometowns. Then, we review some tried-and-true heirloom preservation...
12.15.2023
Best Websites – Revisiting Ellis Island Passenger Search Portal with Kathryn Marks
In this episode, we revisit the April 2023 interview with Kathryn Marks, in which she offers a walk-through of the Passenger Search database as a tool for finding ancestors who arrived in America via the Port of New York. https://media.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/content.blubrry.com/family_tree_magazine/BW2023-12.mp3 Our Sponsor:...
12.02.2023
December Podcast – Podcast Interview Highlights from 2023
In this episode, we look at some of the most memorable interviews from 2023, including Lisa Alzo sharing her family history research plan and Denise May Levenick offering tips for preserving old family recipes and kitchenware. Also, Family Tree Magazine...
11.15.2023
Best Websites – FamilySearch Image Portal – A Discussion with Ryan Roughan and Chris McConkie
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...
11.01.2023
When AI and Genealogy Unite – An Interview with Thomas MacEntee
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...
10.15.2023
Best Websites – Virtual Genealogical Association – An Interview with Jeanette Sheliga
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...
10.02.2023
Spotting Inconsistencies in Census Records – An Interview with Robyn Smith
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...
09.15.2023
Best Websites – Meyers Gazetteer – An Interview with James Beidler
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...
09.01.2023
Strategizing Your Italian Genealogy Research – Tips from an Article by Melanie D. Holtz
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...
08.15.2023
Best Websites – Cyndi’s List – An Interview with Cyndi Ingle
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...
08.01.2023
Picking the Perfect DNA Test – An Interview with Shannon Combs-Bennett
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...
07.15.2023
Best Websites – Historypin.org – An Interview with Sunny Jane Morton
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...
07.01.2023
Finding Your U.S. Colonial Ancestors – An Interview with David Fryxell
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...
06.15.2023
Best Websites: Family Tree Magazine’s 2023 Best Websites – An Interview with Rick Crume
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...
06.01.2023
Navigating the 1931 Census of Canada – An Interview with Kathryn Lake Hogan
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...
05.15.2023
Best Websites: AncientFaces.com – An Interview with Daniel Pinna
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...
05.01.2023
Exploring the History Behind Post-Mortem Photography – An Interview with Robbie Gorr
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...
04.15.2023
Best Websites: Ellis Island Passenger Search Portal – An Interview with Kathryn Marks
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...
04.01.2023
Piecing Together Your Ancestor’s Life with Newspapers – An Interview with Stephen Wendt
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...
03.15.2023
Best Websites: RootsTech.org – Enjoy Conference Video Content at Home
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...
03.01.2023
Finding the Maiden Names of Female Ancestors – An Interview with Shelley Bishop
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%...
02.15.2023
Best Websites: Enslaved.org – An In-Depth Look with Shamele Jordon
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...
01.31.2023
Researching Your Family History at Your Local Library – An Interview with Anna Rose Johnson
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...
01.15.2023
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 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...
01.01.2023
How to Make the Perfect Genealogy Research Plan – An Interview with Lisa Alzo
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 This episode is sponsored by Newspapers.com. Get 20%...
12.01.2022
How Witness Records Can Guide Your Genealogy Research – An Interview with Robyn Smith
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...
11.09.2022
Build Your Family Tree with DNA – An Interview with Diahan Southard
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...
10.13.2022
Find Your Ancestor’s Old World Town of Origin – An Interview with Rich Venezia
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...
09.15.2022
Crafting Your Genealogy Will — An Interview with Denise May Levenick
In this episode, Denise May Levenick offers tips for creating your genealogy will so that your research can live on for generations. Also: learn how to navigate the Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps as handy genealogical tools and how to find...
08.17.2022
Tips for Filipino Genealogy — An Interview with Todd Lucero Sales
In this episode, professional genealogist Todd Lucero Sales offers some tips to those new to researching their Filipino heritage. Plus: learn how to streamline your genealogy research materials by knowing what to keep and what to toss and discover the...
07.15.2022
Solving Mysteries Behind Conflicting Birthdates — An Interview with Lindsey Harner
In this episode, Lindsey Harner walks through 5 questions that can help you solve the puzzle of an ancestor’s conflicting birthdate across many different records. Plus: learn about some tools you can use to share your family videos and photos...
06.14.2022
Exploring the Freedmen’s Bureau – An Interview with Shelley Viola Murphy
In this episode, Shelley Viola Murphy highlights the Freedmen’s Bureau and its accessibility for genealogical research. Also: find out what resources made the 2022 Best Genealogy Websites list and learn how one TikTok user is using the platform to explore...
05.24.2022
Find German-Speaking Ancestors Outside Germany – An Interview with James Beidler
In this episode, James Beidler offers practical tips for tracking down German-speaking ancestors who lived outside Germany. Plus: learn how to preserve special family treasures and navigate David Rumsey’s Map Collections Project, a priceless genealogical tool. This episode is sponsored by...
04.21.2022
Become a 20th Century Census Expert — An Interview with Gena Philibert-Ortega
In this episode, Gena Philibert-Ortega joins us to discuss the importance of understanding 20th century census records as genealogists. Plus: we explore how to participate in the indexing of the 1950 census and sniff out both facts and fictions in family stories. This...
03.18.2022
Preparing for the 1950 Census Release
An enumerator checks the census form and helps the farmer with any difficult questions. (Photo by the Department of Agriculture) National Archives Catalog 207899868 In this episode we’re getting ready for the release of the 1950 census by learning how to research ancestors through...
02.19.2022
Overcoming Challenges in African American Genealogy Research — An Interview with Shamele Jordon
Four African American women seated on steps of building at Atlanta University, Georgia. Ca. 1899. In this episode, Family Tree University instructor Shamele Jordon joins us to discuss challenges in African American genealogy research and how family historians can overcome them....
01.20.2022
Becoming a Forensic Genetic Genealogist — An Interview with Dr. Claire Glynn
Have you ever wondered what it would take to become a forensic genealogist? In this episode, Dr. Claire Glynn joins us to discuss a new program that trains participants how to apply genetic and traditional genealogy to forensic investigations. Plus:...
12.17.2021
Preserve Your Family History in the New Year
In this episode, our host Lisa Louise Cooke and her guests discuss what archival supplies you need to safely protect and preserve your family history. Plus, editor Andrew Koch reviews the most significant genealogy news in 2021 and looks looks...
11.17.2021
Researching Ancestors Among the Five Tribes — An Interview with Judy Muhn
In this episode, genealogist and author Judy Nimer Muhn discusses how to research ancestors who who belonged to one of the United States’ five largest indigenous tribes today: Navajo, Cherokee, Sioux, Chippewa and Choctaw. Plus, Diahan Southard is back to...
10.20.2021
The History of Obituaries and Where to Find Them: Episode 154
In this spooky episode of the Family Tree Podcast, we learn how to locate and use historical obituaries for genealogy research. We’ll also compare the the three major cemetery websites and take a closer look at the origins of Halloween....
09.17.2021
Genealogy and Spirituality — An Interview with Author Lori Erickson: Episode 153
Church in Vestpollen on Lofoten, Norway. Do you feel a spiritual connection to your ancestors? In this episode, our host Lisa Louise Cooke interviews author Lori Erickson about the connection between genealogy and spirituality. Plus, our DNA expert Diahan Southard is...

What's Family Tree Magazine Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Family Tree Magazine Podcast episodes:

Best Websites: Exploring Full-Text Search at FamilySearch with Andrew Koch

Understanding the 10 Million Names Project – An Interview with Lindsay Fulton

Making the Most of GEDmatch – An Interview with Kitty Munson Cooper

Handling Inherited Research and Objects – An Interview with Lahni Carney

Mastering Ancestry Pro Tools – An Interview with Gena Philibert-Ortega

Overcoming Brick Walls in Your Irish Genealogy Research – An Interview with Eliza Watson

Introducing BanyanDNA – An Interview with Leah Larkin

Preparing for RootsTech 2024 – An Interview with Sunny Morton

Best Websites – Explore FamilyTreeMagazine.com with Lisa Louise Cooke

Celebrating 15 Years of the Family Tree Magazine Podcast

Best Websites – Revisiting Ellis Island Passenger Search Portal with Kathryn Marks

December Podcast – Podcast Interview Highlights from 2023

Best Websites – FamilySearch Image Portal – A Discussion with Ryan Roughan and Chris McConkie

When AI and Genealogy Unite – An Interview with Thomas MacEntee

Best Websites – Virtual Genealogical Association – An Interview with Jeanette Sheliga

Spotting Inconsistencies in Census Records – An Interview with Robyn Smith

Best Websites – Meyers Gazetteer – An Interview with James Beidler

Strategizing Your Italian Genealogy Research – Tips from an Article by Melanie D. Holtz

Best Websites – Cyndi’s List – An Interview with Cyndi Ingle

Picking the Perfect DNA Test – An Interview with Shannon Combs-Bennett

Best Websites – Historypin.org – An Interview with Sunny Jane Morton

Finding Your U.S. Colonial Ancestors – An Interview with David Fryxell

Best Websites: Family Tree Magazine’s 2023 Best Websites – An Interview with Rick Crume

Navigating the 1931 Census of Canada – An Interview with Kathryn Lake Hogan

Best Websites: AncientFaces.com – An Interview with Daniel Pinna

Exploring the History Behind Post-Mortem Photography – An Interview with Robbie Gorr

Best Websites: Ellis Island Passenger Search Portal – An Interview with Kathryn Marks

Piecing Together Your Ancestor’s Life with Newspapers – An Interview with Stephen Wendt

Best Websites: RootsTech.org – Enjoy Conference Video Content at Home

Finding the Maiden Names of Female Ancestors – An Interview with Shelley Bishop

Best Websites: Enslaved.org – An In-Depth Look with Shamele Jordon

Researching Your Family History at Your Local Library – An Interview with Anna Rose Johnson

Best Websites: Ancestry.com Card Catalog Walk-Through with Lisa Louise Cooke

How to Make the Perfect Genealogy Research Plan – An Interview with Lisa Alzo

How Witness Records Can Guide Your Genealogy Research – An Interview with Robyn Smith

Build Your Family Tree with DNA – An Interview with Diahan Southard

Find Your Ancestor’s Old World Town of Origin – An Interview with Rich Venezia

Crafting Your Genealogy Will — An Interview with Denise May Levenick

Tips for Filipino Genealogy — An Interview with Todd Lucero Sales

Solving Mysteries Behind Conflicting Birthdates — An Interview with Lindsey Harner

Exploring the Freedmen’s Bureau – An Interview with Shelley Viola Murphy

Find German-Speaking Ancestors Outside Germany – An Interview with James Beidler

Become a 20th Century Census Expert — An Interview with Gena Philibert-Ortega

Preparing for the 1950 Census Release

Overcoming Challenges in African American Genealogy Research — An Interview with Shamele Jordon

Becoming a Forensic Genetic Genealogist — An Interview with Dr. Claire Glynn

Preserve Your Family History in the New Year

Researching Ancestors Among the Five Tribes — An Interview with Judy Muhn

The History of Obituaries and Where to Find Them: Episode 154

Genealogy and Spirituality — An Interview with Author Lori Erickson: Episode 153

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