The Genealogy Gems Podcast with Lisa Louise Cooke - Your Family History Show
The Genealogy Gems Podcast, hosted by Lisa Louise Cooke, helps family historians get more out of their research time with practical techniques and creative ways to share their family tree. Each episode offers tips on the best genealogy websites, practices, and resources. Lisa also interviews genealogy experts, including Dick Eastman, DearMYRTLE, Curt Witcher, and Arlene Eakle, as well as notable guests from entertainment and history. The show is designed to feel like a personal genealogy conference for listeners.
Episodes
Give that Boring Ancestor a Makeover! Episode 311
Your ancestor is not boring. You just haven't uncovered their full story yet! If you've got a family tree profile that feels like a "plain Jane," this episode shows you how to turn it into a richer, more compelling portrait. Start with 5 simple ways to check your existing research. Then discover 5 Ways to Bring an Ancestor's Story to Life through additional research. Once you've developed their fu
Surfing the Internet for Great Genealogy Websites - Episode 310
It's August, and before summer slips away, we're going surfing genealogy style! In this episode, Lisa Louise Cooke is taking a fast-moving tour of favorite genealogy websites, along with some lesser-known gems that may be completely new to you. At each stop, you'll discover a reason to visit and a practical tip for getting more from the site. ✔ SHOW NOTES: Get the show notes at Genealogy Gems. (Pr
Roots 50th Anniversary with Chris Haley - Episode 309
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 309with Lisa Louise CookeJuly 2026 Visit the Show Notes Page: Visit the show notes page at Genealogy Gems for everything discussed in this episode. You'll also find the videos on these topics. Become a Genealogy Gems Premium eLearning Member: Gain access to the complete Premium podcast archive of over 150 episodes and more than 50 video webinars, and Lisa Louise Cook
Don't Skip Dad - Researching Your Father's Story - Episode 308
When building your family tree it's easy to skip over your own parents. Just in time for Father's Day we are exploring practical strategies for uncovering and preserving your dad's life story. Learn how to get around privacy restrictions barriers on records, build a timeline, conduct interviews, and strategically fill in the gaps in your family history. ✔ SHOW NOTES: Get Lisa's video show notes pa
Genealogist's Complete Guide to Military Research
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 307with Lisa Louise CookeMay 2026 Visit the Show Notes Page: Visit the show notes page at Genealogy Gems for everything discussed in this episode. You'll also find the videos on these topics. Premium Members can download the show notes cheat sheet PDF. Become a Genealogy Gems Premium eLearning Member: Gain access to the complete Premium podcast archive of over 150 ep
Episode 306 - 10 Things To Do To Avoid Genealogy Regrets
Do you want to avoid the biggest genealogy mistakes before they turn into major regrets? In this video, I'm sharing 10 smart habits that will save you time, protect your research, and help you build a stronger family tree for the long haul. If you're a genealogy beginner, these tips will save you headache and regret. If you're an experienced genealogist, now is the time do clean up and update your
Episode 305 - 2 Top Factors in Genealogy Research and How to Leverage Them
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 305with Lisa Louise CookeMarch 2026 Visit the Show Notes Page: Visit the show notes page at Genealogy Gems for everything discussed in this episode. You'll also find the videos on these topics. Premium Members can download the show notes cheat sheet PDF. Become a Genealogy Gems Premium eLearning Member: Gain access to the complete Premium podcast archive of over 150
Episode 304 - Genetic Genealogy explained in the Nancy Guthrie Case
Could Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG), Parabon Snapshot phenotyping, and FamilyTreeDNA family trees finally identify Nancy Guthrie's kidnapper? Lisa Louise Cooke shares the shocking backstory of the abduction of Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother who vanished from her Tucson AZ home on Jan 31, 2026. Chilling doorbell footage showing a masked suspect surfaced. Ransom notes demandi
Episode 303 - 7 Mistakes Genealogists Make and How to Solve Them
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 303with Lisa Louise CookeJanuary 2026 Visit the Show Notes Page: Visit the show notes page at Genealogy Gems for everything discussed in this episode. You'll also find the videos on these topics. Premium Members can download the show notes cheat sheet PDF. Become a Genealogy Gems Premium eLearning Member: Gain access to the complete Premium podcast archive of over 15
Episode 302 Treecrossing, FamilySearch app, OldNews.com by MyHeritage, Google Lens
In this episode of the Genealogy Gems podcast, host Lisa Louise Cooke discusses innovative tools and resources for genealogists, including Tree Crossing, a new platform designed to help users share their family trees in a more engaging way for non-genealogists. The episode features an interview with the creators of Tree Crossing, who explain how their tool addresses common challenges faced by gene
Episode 300 - Memory Lane
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: In this episode of the Genealogy Gems Podcast, Lisa Louise Cooke explores takes a trip down memory lane sharing highlights from the last 300 episodes, and some of her personal favorites. Genealogy Gems Premium Members Exclusive Download: Download the ad-free show notes for this episode from the show notes page. (Premium Member subscription required.) Not a Premium Member?
Episode 301 Newspaper Research: Elephind and AI
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 301with Lisa Louise CookeNovember 2025 GEM: The Return of Elephind.com Imagine having the power to access centuries of history at your fingertips. Elephind.com is making this a reality for genealogists and history enthusiasts alike. In this interview, we explore how this innovative platform is transforming the way we search for historical newspapers. Show Notes for F
Episode 299 FamilySearch's Full Text Search and AI Assistant
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 299with Lisa Louise CookeSeptember 2025 GEM: FamilySearch's Full Text Search Newly released from FamilySearch Labs, Full Text Search is now available under the Search menu on the website. Show Notes for Full Text Search and video replay. GEM: FamilySearch's AI Assistant in Labs Avoid the pain of easy mistakes and get the most out of the new FREE AI Research Assistant
Episode 298 - Genealogy News You Can Use
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: In this episode of the Genealogy Gems Podcast, Lisa Louise Cooke explores exciting developments in the world of historical newspapers, including the revival of a beloved search engine and major enhancements to a key U.S. archive. Discover the latest innovations from MyHeritage that can supercharge your family tree research and photo storytelling, along with a spotlight on
Episode 297 - 10 Key AI Terms & Improve Your Genealogy AI Prompts
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: In this episode, we're diving headfirst into the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence — and how it can seriously boost your genealogy game. In Segment 1, we're cutting through the jargon with 10 AI Vocabulary Terms You Need to Know. Whether you're just getting curious about AI or already experimenting with it in your research, this will help you speak the lingo an
Episode 296 Native American Genealogy Research
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Native American genealogy research follows the same path that all good genealogy research does, but it also includes some unique records along the way. It's a fascinating journey, and in this episode professional genealogist Judy Nimer Muhn (Lineage Journeys) joins Lisa Louise Cooke to pave the way. Judy covers: Tribal and personal naming conventions Tribal-specific resou
Episode 295 Beginning Genealogy: 10 Steps to Success!
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Get started climbing your family tree with these 10 steps to genealogy success. Whether you're looking for Beginner Genealogy 101, or you are coming back to genealogy after a break, these steps will get you on track. And if you're a seasoned researcher, it's a good time to review the basics and make sure you haven't missed anything along the way. Get the full show notes o
Episode 294 Hidden Gems: 15 Under-the-Radar Websites for Genealogy
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: This episode shines a spotlight on 15 under-the-radar websites that serious genealogists should know about. Lisa Louise Cooke reveals powerful resources like AI tools capable of deciphering old handwriting in unindexed records, clever ways to hunt for unique family artifacts and ephemera online, specialized digital libraries perfect for finding memoirs, how obscure fashio
Episode 293 - Comparing the Big 3 Genealogy Websites and AI Update
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: In episode 291 of the Genealogy Gems podcast, host Lisa Louise Cooke interviews genealogy author Sunny Morton about her article "Three's Company" from the March/April 2025 issue of Family Tree Magazine. They dive into a detailed comparison of the top three genealogy websites—Ancestry.com, FamilySearch.org, and MyHeritage.com—focusing on historical records, DNA tools, fami
Episode 292 Artificial Intelligence for Genealogy Research, and Family History Writing
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Lisa Louise Cooke discusses the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on genealogy research, exploring its evolution, ethical considerations, and the importance of data privacy. Genealogists need to understand AI's capabilities and limitations and develop a balanced approach to its use in research. She also covers the significance of being aware of data privacy when usin
Episode 291 - Crista Cowan of Ancestry.com on the 1921 England and Wales Census. Plus The Photo Detective Maureen Taylor
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: In episode 291 of the Genealogy Gems podcast, host Lisa Louise Cooke discusses the launch of the 1921 England and Wales census on Ancestry. Crista Cowan, Ancestry's corporate genealogist, discusses the census that covers 38 million people and it's significance due to its 100-year privacy law. Cowan highlights the importance of understanding the context, including the dela
Episode 290 - 5 Genealogy Gems from 2024 that will BOOST your family history!
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: In this episode, Lisa Louise Cooke shares 5 genealogy gems from 2024 that you can use to boost your family history. Get the show notes for Genealogy Gems Podcast episode 290. Check out Lisa's LiveMemory™ video on the Genealogy Gems Facebook page: https://fb.watch/w5MU3TyxrD/ Genealogy Gems Premium Members Exclusive Download: Download the ad-free show notes for this episod
Episode 289 Animate Old Photos & Solving Photograph Mysteries
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: In this episode, Lisa Louise Cooke covers the groundbreaking LiveMemory™ tool from MyHeritage, a revolutionary advancement that harnesses the power of AI to transform still photos into mesmerizing short videos. Check out Lisa's LiveMemory™ video on the Genealogy Gems Facebook page: https://fb.watch/w5MU3TyxrD/ Then she shares a story of the curious publication of a 19th c
Episode 288 How to Find Maiden Names
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Finding the maiden names of your ancestors can be challenging, but with the right research strategies they can be found. Author Shelley Bishop joins me in this episode to discuss 12 strategies for finding elusive maiden names of female ancestors. Then I'll cover additional resources to help you track down the records. Genealogy Gems Premium Members Exclusive Download: Dow
Episode 287 Food and Family History
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Food has always been at the center of family life, so if you want to know more about your family's history, a logical and tasty place to start is with your family's culinary heritage. The food they ate and the recipes they cooked can actually tell you a lot about them, and my guests today can help you uncover those stories. Ashley Covelli is the food photographer, recipe
Episode 286 Original Records and Website Search Strategies
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: When you find family history information online it's important to make every effort to find the original genealogy record. There are 5 reasons to find original records. I'll explain what they are, and what to look for so that you get the most information possible for your family tree. Then I'll help you get the most out of those genealogy websites that you pay for. Avoid
Episode 285 - Cemetery research, tombstones and stories
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Cemeteries have some of the most intriguing stories to tell us about our ancestors. In this episode, Joy Neighbors (The Tombstone Tourist), author of the book The Family Tree Cemetery Field Guide joins me to discuss: How to prepare for a successful cemetery research trip The meaning behind tombstone symbols The most surprising things she has discovered at cemeteries This
Episode 284 - 5 Steps to Finding Marriage Records
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Learn the 5 steps to successfully finding marriage records for genealogy research. This episode is also available in video form on the show notes page on our website. Genealogy Gems Premium Members Exclusive Download: Log into your Premium membership and download the ad-free Show Notes handout that complements this episode: Downloadable ad-free Show Notes Marriage Records
Episode 283 - Daughters of the American Revolution DAR and Genealogy
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Do you have a revolutionary war ancestor? Have you thought about joining the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)? I've invited Barbara Jurs of the DAR to explain the process. In this video, you'll learn the answers to the questions: What is the DAR? What do I need to do first? How much genealogical proof do I need? How do I apply for the DAR? How do I find local DA
Episode 282 - Newspapers and Obituaries for Genealogy
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: In our first segment, Lisa Louise Cooke and her guest Jenny Ashcraft from Newspapers.com discuss how to use newspapers to fill in the missing stories in your ancestors' lives. Jenny shares strategic tips on finding unique information many researchers miss. In the second segment of this episode, Shannon Combs-Bennett, the author of the article A Genealogist's Guide to Find
Episode 281 - Find and Identify Old Family Photos at DeadFred
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Discover more than 100,000 old family photos on Dead Fred. Founder Joe Bott explains how to find photos of your relatives on this free website, as well as how to post your unidentified photos. Who knows, someone else may spot your photo and have the answers. This interview is also available in video form on the show notes page. And if you're a Genealogy Gems Premium Membe
Episode 280 - 16 Ways to Find Your Ancestors' Village
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Whether you want to visit the village where your ancestor was born on your next vacation, or you just want to find their records, you'll need to know the exact place name and location. Professional genealogist Rich Venezia of Rich Roots Genealogy joins me in this video to help us pin down those ancestral places. This interview is also available in video form on the show n
Episode 279 - DNA Painter and Resolving Conflicting Birthdates
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: I've got two great genealogy topics and interviews for you in this audio podcast episode. First up we're going to tackle the problem of conflicting birthdates. When you find different dates in a variety of genealogical records, how do you decide which one to record in your family tree database? Well, you have to do more digging and analysis! So, we're going to talk about:
Episode 278 - AI Updates and Should you use AI like ChatGPT and Bard for genealogy
AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: Get the very latest on the major update Google has made to Bard, and the answer to the question "Should I use Bard, ChatGPT, or any of the other chatbots for genealogy research?" I've got some surprising answers for you! Visit the show notes page for this episode. Watch the Video You can watch the video version: SHOCKING RESULTS! Should you use AI Chatbots for Genealogy?
Episode 277 - Marriage Case Study and Researching Witnesses
Show Notes: Professional Genealogist J Mark Lowe joins Lisa Louise Cooke on the show to share a marriage research case study that highlights the importance of understanding Gretna Greens. Then Professional Genealogist and blogger Robyn Smith shares her 3 step process for researching witnesses found on records from her new Family Tree Magazine article Witness Testimony. Visit the show notes page fo
Episode 276 - Free Old Newspapers at Google Books
Google Books is known for having millions of free digitized books. But did you know that it's also packed with hidden old newspapers? Since newspapers don't typically appear in your initial search results in Google Books, I'll show you two ways to filter down to only newspapers. Plus I'll also show you some of the most effective ways to quickly find the right ancestor and the right article. Get th
Episode 275 Restarting Your Genealogy Research - Getting Started
Has it been a while since you worked on your genealogy research? As passionate as we may be about genealogy, the reality is that a little thing called "Life" can get in the way! Getting back into genealogy can actually be a bit daunting. Where did you leave off? Where should you start back up? If it's been months or even years since you had your hands in genealogy, you're in the right place. In th
Episode 274 - Marriage Records and Gretna Green
Gretna Green is a term you need to know if you are searching for marriage records. In this video professional genealogist J. Mark Lowe joins me to discuss Gretna Green: what it means, why it matters, and how Gretna Greens may have affected your ability to find your ancestors' marriage records. Get the show notes for this episode. MyHeritage Get your MyHeritage Complete Subscription Free Trial News
Episode 273 - GEDCOM Genealogy Files
The GEDCOM digital file format is essential to genealogy. My expert guest from FamilySearch explains what a GEDCOM is, how to use it, and the most recent changes. He'll also answer some of the most common GEDCOM questions. Get the show notes for this episode. MyHeritage Get your MyHeritage DNA Kit Newspapers.com Get 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription. Click here and use coupon code genealogyge
Episode 272 - 15 Freebies for Genealogy
A ton of genealogy and family history research can be done for free. In this episode I'll share 15 fabulous free websites and what I love about them. These are essential for everyone serious about saving money while climbing their family tree. Get the show notes for this episode. MyHeritage Get your MyHeritage Complete Subscription Free Trial Newspapers.com Get 20% off a Publisher Extra subscripti
Episode 271 Genealogy Source Citations
Finding great sources of information is part of what makes genealogy so fun! But citing those sources may not be so much. In this episode professional genealogist, Gail Schaefer Blankenau makes the case why source citation is a vital part of great genealogy research and she's going to give us the resources to help get the job done right. Get the show notes for this episode. MyHeritage Get your MyH
Episode 270 Pennsylvania and Ohio Genealogy
In this episode, we're going to be visiting two of the most pivotal states in the U.S. for genealogy research. These states played key roles in the development and expansion of the United States of America, and we're going to explore a top online resource for each. First up is the state of Pennsylvania, officially known as the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1681 through a royal la
Episode 269 Virginia Genealogy Strategies and Best Websites
In this episode, we're focusing on early Virginia genealogy. In our first segment, I've invited a professional genealogist to join us to help pave the way for tracing our ancestors back to Virginia just prior to the Revolutionary War. Jeri Satterwhite-Dearing specializes in early Virginia research in her work as a professional genealogist with Legacy Tree Genealogists. In this video, she explains
Episode 268 Reconstructing an ancestor's story with newspapers
In this episode, Lisa Louise Cooke and Jenny Ashcraft from Newspapers.com discuss how to use newspapers to fill in the missing stories in your ancestors' lives. Jenny shares strategic tips on finding unique information many researchers miss. Get the full show notes for this episode here. MyHeritage From Lisa: "I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the difference!" Get your f
Episode 267 Become a Forensic Genetic Genealogist
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a Forensic Genetic Genealogist. Dr. Claire Glynn joins me to talk about the field of investigative genetic genealogy, criminal cold cases solved, and the new Forensic Genetic Genealogy certificate program she has developed at the Henry C. Lee (notable for his work on the OJ Simpson case and many others) College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences at
Episode 266 Dealing with Inherited Genealogy
In this episode Lisa Louise Cooke discusses: Organizing and Reducing inherited genealogical information Ideas for donating portions of genealogy research How to decide what to keep and what to toss How to process information gleaned items such as compiled family histories Get the full show notes here. MyHeritage From Lisa: "I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the differenc
Episode 265 - Writing a Family History Book with Author J.M. Phillips
If you've been wondering how to write and self-publish a book about your family history, my guest has answers for you! In this episode author J.M. Phillips shares: How to be a great family history storyteller Her favorite writing techniques that help create a compelling story What she learned about self-publishing (and what you need to know) Her experience living on and writing about Lamlash Stree
Episode 264 - 1890 Census Substitutes
In this episode you'll discover the best places to locate records that can substitute for the lost 1890 census. You'll learn: what happened to the 1890 census which parts of the 1890 census survived Information that was provided in the 1890 census the best substitute records and where to find them MyHeritage From Lisa: "I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the difference!"
Episode 263 1950 Census Update and FamilySearch Indexing
In this episode we're talking about this unique moment in time where we have access to the 1950 U.S. Census but we don't yet have the full index. The 1950 census must be indexed so that we can search for relatives by name, location and much, much more. You can help with this exciting project, and no special skills or background are required. Jim Ericson of FamilySearch 1950 Census Community Projec
Episode 262 - Genealogy Data Workflow
When you're working on our genealogy, you've got data and records coming from all directions: websites, interviews, archives, downloadable documents, and more. Some of it you're actively working on, some of it you need to save for later, and the rest has already been analyzed and is ready for archiving. This variety of data requires a variety of storage locations. In this audio podcast episode I'm
Episode 261 - 10 Top Tips for German Genealogy
Researching ancestors in another country can be a little daunting. Challenges include foreign languages, moving boundaries, and spelling variations. This is certainly true for German genealogy. If you're new to German genealogy or your research has stalled, this episode is for you. In fact, even if you don't have German ancestors I think you will still find the principles and ideas covered very he
Episode 260 - Your Guide & Update to the 1950 Census
Th National Archives releases the 1950 census in April 2022. Before you start searching for your family, familiarize ourselves with this important records collection and start preparing for success. This episode brings you the audio from Elevenses with Lisa episode 51 PLUS important updates. You will learn: the interesting and little known stories behind the 1950 census, what it can reveal about y
A Cup of Christmas Tea with Best-Selling Author Tom Hegg
Join me for an inspiring conversation with Tom Hegg, author of the New York Times best-selling book "A Cup of Christmas Tea". Genealogists from around the world gathered together for this special live show to share a cup of tea and hear a story of the importance of touching base with our fellow man. It's a message we can benefit from any time of year, and especially in a year where we've spent mor
Episode 258 - DNA Problem-solving for Genealogy
Visit the show notes page here at Genealogy Gems. This episode is brought to you by our wonderful sponsors: StoryworthGive your relatives a meaningful gift with StoryWorth. Get started right away with no shipping required by going to https://storyworth.com/gems You'll get $10 off your first purchase! MyHeritage From Lisa: "I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the difference
Episode 257 - Genealogy at the Internet Archive
Visit the show notes page here at Genealogy Gems. This episode is brought to you by our wonderful sponsors: StoryworthGive your relatives a meaningful gift with StoryWorth. Get started right away with no shipping required by going to https://storyworth.com/gems You'll get $10 off your first purchase! MyHeritage From Lisa: "I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the difference
Episode 256 - Interview with Author Nathan Dylan Goodwin
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 256 with Lisa Louise Cooke September 2021 Visit the show notes page here at Genealogy Gems. This episode is brought to you by our wonderful sponsor: MyHeritage From Lisa: "I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the difference!" Episode Topic: Interview with Nathan Dylan Goodwin, author of The Chester Creek Murders Author Nathan Dylan Goodwin (Th
Episode 255 - Genealogy at the National Archives Online Catalog
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 255 with Lisa Louise Cooke August 2021 Visit the show notes page here at Genealogy Gems. This episode is brought to you by: MyHeritage From Lisa: "I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the difference!" Episode Topic: The U.S. National Archives Online Catalog for Genealogy In this episode Lisa Louise Cooke will answer important questions such as
Episode 254 - How to Use Google Photos
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 254 with Lisa Louise Cooke July 2021 Visit the show notes page here at Genealogy Gems. This episode is brought to you by: MyHeritage From Lisa: "I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the difference!" Today's Topic: Google Photos for Beginners Have you thought about using Google Photos but just weren't sure how it worked or where to start? This
Episode 253 - Finding Early American Ancestors
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 253 with Lisa Louise Cooke June 2021 This episode is brought to you by: StoryworthGive your dad the most meaningful gift this Father's Day with StoryWorth. Get started right away with no shipping required by going to https://storyworth.com/gems You'll get $10 off your first purchase! MyHeritage From Lisa: "I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all
Episode 252 - Find Images and Photos in Old Newspapers
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 252 with Lisa Louise Cooke April 2021 This episode is brought to you by MyHeritage. From Lisa: "I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the difference!" In this episode: Newspaper Navigator is a new free online tool for finding images and photos in old newspapers at Chronicling America. It doesn't work the way the Library of Congress website work
Episode 251 - Online Records at the Genealogy Center Website
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 251 with Lisa Louise Cooke March 2021 This episode is brought to you by MyHeritage. From Lisa: "I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the difference!" In this episode: If you're looking for a wide array of free online genealogical records for your family history, look no further than then Allen County Public Library's Genealogy Center in Fort W
Episode 250 - 10 Surprising Genealogical Finds at Google Books
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 250 with Lisa Louise Cooke February 2021 This episode is brought to you by MyHeritage. From Lisa: "I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the difference!" In this episode: Who doesn't love a good genealogical surprise? Sometimes we discover something we overlooked the first time around. Other times we find gems in places we never expected. Googl
Episode 249: 10 Questions You Need to Ask
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 249 with Lisa Louise Cooke January 2021 This episode is brought to you by MyHeritage. From Lisa: "I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the difference!" In this episode: It's a new year. Are you ready for genealogical success/ In this episode we cover the 10 questions you should be asking yourself as you begin your new research year. This exerc
Episode 248
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 248with Lisa Louise CookeDecember 2020 This episode is brought to you by: StoryWorthVisit www.StoryWorth.com/Gems for $10 off. MyHeritageDNA In this episode we cover a plethora of strategies that will give you access to loads of free genealogy records and resources. You will learn: How to follow the path of least resistance to find what you need for your genealogy re
Episode 247
Follow up on a Consultation with a Professional Genealogist You will find the complete show notes for the topic discussed in this episode at the show notes page here. Sometimes we just a need a little help with a brick wall. That was certainly the case with the Irish line of my family tree. In episode 18 of my YouTube video series Elevenses with Lisa I enlisted the help of professional genealogist
Episode 246
How to Make a Video for Free with Adobe Spark Video In last month's episode we talked about how to construct a great story for video. In this episode I've got the ideal tool for you to use to make your video: Adobe Spark Video. Video is the perfect medium for sharing your family's history. It captures the interest of the eyes and the ears. Adobe Spark Video is a free app and website tool that make
Episode 245
Telling Your Family's Story and Creating Family History Videos Don't just gather genealogical information. Take the time to tell your ancestors' stories! Video is the perfect medium for sharing your family's history. It captures the interest of the eyes and the ears. In this episode my special guest is Kathy Nielsen. She's a librarian from California who recently started creating videos. She's goi
Episode 244
Top Tips for Searching at Ancestry.com You will find the complete notes for the topics discussed in this episode (and more) in the show notes page here. Getting Your History Digitized Our family's history comes in many forms, and some of them over time can become obsolete. I shared in this episode my continuing progress on my own project of converting the rest of my old home movies that are in a v
Episode 243
One Family's Story and the Lessons Learned from History In this episode of the Genealogy Gems Podcast you'll hear Daniel's story and the lessons we can learn from history. You can watch the video recording of this interview here on Elevenses with Lisa. Click here for the complete show notes at my Genealogy Gems website. Getting Your History Digitized Our family's history comes in many forms, and s
Episode 242
Research Plans and Avoiding Distractions You will find the complete notes for the topics discussed in this episode (and more) in the show notes page here. Getting Your History Digitized Our family's history comes in many forms, and some of them over time can become obsolete. I shared in this episode my continuing progress on my own project of converting the rest of my old home movies that are in a
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 241
May 2020 Visit our website at GenealogyGems.com for the complete show notes. Click here. Topics: Google Search - a new change you need to know about How to Return Found Items to Other Families - including an interview with Caryl Kidd-Osborn of the Shrubs to Trees – A Pay-It-Forward Genealogy Facebook Group School Records - 10 Strategies for finding them The Genealogy Gems Podcast is the leading ge
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 240
April 2020 Visit our website at GenealogyGems.com for the complete show notes. Click here. Topics: Organization with Lisa Lisson, Are You My Cousin? DNA Q&A with Andrew Lee, Family History Fanatics Evidence & Proof with Kate Eakman, Legacy Tree Genealogists The Genealogy Gems Podcast is the leading genealogy and family history show. Launched in 2007, the show is hosted by genealogy author, keynote
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 239
March 2020 Click here for the complete show notes. In this episode we're going to delve into how DNA testing and genetic genealogy has changed our world. Award-winning journalist Libby Copeland, author of the new book The Lost Family: How DNA Testing is Upending Who We Are discusses genetic genealogy, the big DNA testing companies (AncestryDNA, 23andMe, Family Tree DNA, and MyHeritageDNA) The Gold
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 238
February 2020 I LOVE genealogy, mysteries and puzzle solving. Are you with me on that? Well in this episode we have not one by two tales of mystery. The first has a Valentine's theme centered around a mysterious love letter. Professional genealogist Kathleen Ackerman will be here to share how a love letter that was missing its last page took her on a genealogical journey full of surprises. And our
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 237 - The Family History Show that grows your Family Tree
The Genealogy Gems Podcast is the leading genealogy and family history show. Launched in 2007, the show is hosted by genealogy author, keynote presenter, and video producer Lisa Louise Cooke. The podcast can be found in all major podcasting directories, or download the exclusive Genealogy Gems Podcast app to listen to all the episodes and receive bonus content. We are celebrating the 10th annivers
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 236 - The Family History Show that grows your Family Tree
Hosted by Lisa Louise Cooke Recorded December 2019 My how time flies and it's flying further and further way from when our ancestors' got their photographs taken, which can make the task of identifying and dating them harder and harder. Do not fret my friend because I have the coolest free tech tool for you that can help you zero in on the date of your photos. David Lowe a Specialist in the Photog
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 235
Hosted by Lisa Louise Cooke Recorded November 2019 Federal court records are wonderful because they are so packed with genealogical information. But knowing which records are available and where to find them can sound daunting, and that stops many genealogists from ever tapping into them. In this episode our aim is to fix all that. Professional forensic genealogist Michael Strauss is here to pull
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 234
with Lisa Louise CookeOctober 2019 NEWS: New and Returning genealogy-themed television Shows: A New Leaf on NBC A New Leaf will be included in the Saturday NBC morning programming block called The More You Know beginning October 5, 2019. From the Ancestry Blog: "Each week 'A New Leaf' will follow people on the cusp of key life inflection points, who using family history, genealogy, and sometimes A
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 233
Genealogy Gems Podcast episode 233 with Lisa Louise CookeSeptember 2019 In this episode: Today we're going to take a look at what so many records and record collections have in common: they are often Lists. Now that may sound pretty straight forward, but there's a lot more to Lists than meet the eye. A list of names, places or other information has a lot to tell us and can be used in unique ways.
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 232
Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 232 with Lisa Louise Cooke August 2019 Please take our quick podcast survey which will take less than 1 minute. Thank you! In this episode: Exploring what you can do to go deeper in your genealogy research for a more accurate family tree with Elissa Scalise Powell. Irish genealogy radio host Lorna Moloney, a professional genealogist with Merriman Research, discusses
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