Podcasts by The Genealogy Gems Podcast with Lisa Louise Cooke - Your Family History Show

Episode 278 - AI Updates and Should you use AI like ChatGPT and Bard for genealogy from 2023-07-15T01:38

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 res...

Episode 277 - Marriage Case Study and Researching Witnesses from 2023-06-16T20:30

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 Prof...

Episode 276 - Free Old Newspapers at Google Books from 2023-05-15T17:46

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 ...

Episode 275 Restarting Your Genealogy Research - Getting Started from 2023-04-15T18:26

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 g...

Episode 274 - Marriage Records and Gretna Green from 2023-03-12T19:24

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 matter...

Episode 273 - GEDCOM Genealogy Files from 2023-02-07T15:35

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...

Episode 272 - 15 Freebies for Genealogy from 2023-01-13T21:57

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 ...

Episode 271 Genealogy Source Citations from 2022-12-14T21:57

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...

Episode 270 Pennsylvania and Ohio Genealogy from 2022-11-14T21:55

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...

Episode 269 Virginia Genealogy Strategies and Best Websites from 2022-10-17T18:33

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 Virgin...

Episode 268 Reconstructing an ancestor's story with newspapers from 2022-09-18T19:04:57

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 findi...

Episode 267 Become a Forensic Genetic Genealogist from 2022-08-10T22:52:21

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 ...

Episode 266 Dealing with Inherited Genealogy from 2022-07-15T02:03:46

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 tos...

Episode 265 - Writing a Family History Book with Author J.M. Phillips from 2022-06-18T19:31:56

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...

Episode 264 - 1890 Census Substitutes from 2022-05-11T17:53:53

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 surviv...

Episode 263 1950 Census Update and FamilySearch Indexing from 2022-04-15T20:06:41

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 s...

Episode 262 - Genealogy Data Workflow from 2022-03-09T17:01:32

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...

Episode 261 - 10 Top Tips for German Genealogy from 2022-02-10T21:26:34

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 ...

Episode 260 - Your Guide&Update to the 1950 Census from 2022-01-13T01:03:56

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...

A Cup of Christmas Tea with Best-Selling Author Tom Hegg from 2021-12-09T17:58

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 l...

Episode 258 - DNA Problem-solving for Genealogy from 2021-11-10T16:53:53

Visit the show notes page 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 n...

Episode 257 - Genealogy at the Internet Archive from 2021-10-12T20:42:13

Visit the show notes page 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 n...

Episode 256 - Interview with Author Nathan Dylan Goodwin from 2021-09-09T21:29:56

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 256 with Lisa Louise Cooke September 2021 Visit the show notes page at Genealogy Gems. This episode is brought to you by our wonderful sponsor: From Lisa: “I use MyH...

Episode 255 - Genealogy at the National Archives Online Catalog from 2021-08-24T18:46:01

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 255 with Lisa Louise Cooke August 2021 Visit the  at Genealogy Gems. This episode is brought to you by: From Lisa: “I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. I...

Episode 254 - How to Use Google Photos from 2021-07-14T18:28:25

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 254 with Lisa Louise Cooke July 2021 Visit the at Genealogy Gems. This episode is brought to you by: From Lisa: “I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It ...

Episode 253 - Finding Early American Ancestors from 2021-06-04T22:13:10

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 starte...

Episode 252 - Find Images and Photos in Old Newspapers from 2021-04-14T18:02:18

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 252 with Lisa Louise Cooke April 2021 This episode is brought to you by . From Lisa: “I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the difference!” I...

Episode 251 - Online Records at the Genealogy Center Website from 2021-03-12T22:38:50

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 251 with Lisa Louise Cooke March 2021 This episode is brought to you by . From Lisa: “I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the difference!” I...

Episode 250 - 10 Surprising Genealogical Finds at Google Books from 2021-02-19T17:52:32

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 250 with Lisa Louise Cooke February 2021 This episode is brought to you by . From Lisa: “I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the difference!”...

Episode 249: 10 Questions You Need to Ask from 2021-01-25T19:37:28

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 249 with Lisa Louise Cooke January 2021 This episode is brought to you by . From Lisa: “I use MyHeritage for my own genealogy research. It makes all the difference!” ...

Episode 248 from 2020-12-08T22:37:26

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 248with Lisa Louise CookeDecember 2020 This episode is brought to you by: StoryWorthVisit  for $10 off. In this episode we cover a plethora of strategies that will ...

Episode 247 from 2020-11-23T22:15:23

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 .  Sometimes we just a need a little help with a bri...

Episode 246 from 2020-10-20T15:02:45

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 ...

Episode 245 from 2020-09-21T20:15:27

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 you...

Episode 244 from 2020-08-25T17:12:29

Top Tips for Searching at Ancestry.com You will find the complete notes for the topics discussed in this episode (and more) in the .  Getting Your History Digitized Our family’s history comes in ma...

Episode 243 from 2020-07-11T16:10:56

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 r...

Episode 242 from 2020-06-16T20:24:09

Research Plans and Avoiding Distractions You will find the complete notes for the topics discussed in this episode (and more) in the .  Getting Your History Digitized Our family’s history comes in ...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 241 from 2020-05-12T16:03:20

May 2020 Visit our website at GenealogyGems.com for the complete show notes.   Topics: Google Search - a new change you need to know about How to Return Found Items to Other Families  - including a...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 240 from 2020-04-07T16:50:22

April 2020 Visit our website at GenealogyGems.com for the complete show notes.   Topics: Organization with Lisa Lisson, Are You My Cousin? DNA Q&A with Andrew Lee, Family History Fanatics Evidence ...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 239 from 2020-03-13T17:19:03

March 2020  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 th...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 238 from 2020-02-13T01:58:52

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 aroun...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 237 - The Family History Show that grows your Family Tree from 2020-01-07T23:34:07

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 p...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 236 - The Family History Show that grows your Family Tree from 2019-12-11T18:07

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 identif...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 235 from 2019-11-12T20:51:38

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...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 234 from 2019-10-08T17:08:26

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...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 233 from 2019-09-11T16:43:06

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 oft...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 232 from 2019-08-12T21:27:59

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 232 with Lisa Louise Cooke August 2019 Please take our quick which will take less than 1 minute.  Thank you!   In this episode: Exploring what you can do to go deep...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 231 from 2019-07-17T15:06:01

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 231 with Lisa Louise Cooke July 2019 NEWS: Google Earth News Jennifer in California sent me a fascinating item recently , and she says “Thought you might get a kick o...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 230 from 2019-06-11T18:39:44

Have you thought about telling the story of your personal history? Most of us at some point have, But let’s be honest: continuing the genealogical research of our ancestors probably seemed more app...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 229 from 2019-05-23T15:14

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 229 with Lisa Louise Cooke May 2019 NEWS: Lisa Louise Cooke is back in the studio after two weeks on the road speaking at the Ohio Genealogical Society (OGS) Confere...

Episode 228 of the Genealogy Gems Podcast with Lisa Louise Cooke from 2019-04-13T00:14:04

The Genealogy Gems PodcastEpisode 228 April 2019 with Lisa Louise Cooke In this episode: More new feature enhancements announced by Listeners Trisha and Betty share their stories with Lisa in per...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 227 from 2019-03-14T01:33:52

News: Major Announcements Made at RootsTech 2019 Ancestry Announcements: Historical records: Ancestry just released over 5 million Mexico Catholic records and 1 million new France Census and Birth,...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 226 from 2019-02-12T23:42:35

Welcome my friend to the podcast where we take joy in the discovery of your family’s history! This is Genealogy Gems Podcast episode #226 and in today’s show we’ll cover research strategies and new...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 225 from 2019-01-10T20:17:54

with Lisa Louise Cooke GEM: A Conversation with Kenyatta D. Berry (Genealogy Roadshow) Get ready for a fun and inspiring start to your new genealogy year. I’m not going to lecture you about how to...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 224 from 2018-12-11T21:45:22

Lisa’s Recent Travels Swedish Genealogical Society in Edina, MN and a side trip to Winthrop, MN. Above: Speaking at the Swedish Genealogical Society   Above: Bill (left) with his new found Larson ...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 223 from 2018-11-25T17:56:21

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 223 November 2018 with Lisa Louise Cooke   Bit Players in Someone Else’s Show If you happen to catch an old episode of the TV Series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, you may...

Episode 222 from 2018-10-17T14:33:41

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #222 with Lisa Louise Cooke In honor of Family History Month, Lisa celebrates YOU! This episode is packed with comments, tips and questions from Genealogy Gems f...

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 221 from 2018-09-12T20:05:51

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #221 with Lisa Louise Cooke Live from FGS 2018! Lisa chats with a podcast listener, talks about vital records with Shannon Combs-Bennett and welcomes a drop-by gu...

Episode 220 from 2018-08-09T00:29:58

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #220 with Lisa Louise Cooke   In this episode: Two major upcoming genealogy events—one with an exclusive, meaty tip; Fun travel suggestion from The Archive Lad...

Episode 219 from 2018-07-08T15:38:31

  The Genealogy Gems PodcastEpisode #219 with Lisa Louise Cooke In this episode, Lisa shares the stories of Julianne Mangin, who has explored the tragic and twisted stories of her ancestors, Grazi...

Episode 218 - It's All About You from 2018-06-14T01:09:48

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #218 with Lisa Louise Cooke In this episode, Lisa answers your questions and shares your comments. Hot topics on your minds that are covered in this episode: di...

Episode 217 - The Golden State Killer and Your Genealogy and DNA from 2018-05-09T20:37:35

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #217 with Lisa Louise Cooke In this special episode, host and producer Lisa Louise Cooke takes a look at the Golden State killer, one of the most notorious crime...

Episode 216 from 2018-04-11T17:28:24

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #216 with Lisa Louise Cooke   In this episode: Lisa introduces you to a couple of fantastic genealogists she met on her recent trip Down Under—the organizers of ...

Episode 215 from 2018-03-20T18:20:29

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #215 with Lisa Louise Cooke In this “Blast from the Past” episode, Lisa gives voice to the era of silent films, in a unique approach to understanding her great-g...

Episode 214 from 2018-02-13T02:35:09

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #214 with Lisa Louise Cooke In this episode, Irish expert Donna Moughty joins host and producer Lisa Louise Cooke to talk about Irish genealogy—to help you get a...

Episode 213 from 2018-01-10T03:44:01

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #213 with Lisa Louise Cooke NEWS: HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR TO KEYNOTE ROOTSTECH to read about all RootsTech keynote speakers to read about the Genealogy Gems exp...

Episode 212 from 2017-12-06T05:39:47

The Genealogy Gems PodcastEpisode #212with Lisa Louise Cooke In this episode, Lisa Louise Cooke speaks with Contributing Editor Sunny Morton about turning our fleeting scraps of recollections int...

Episode 211 from 2017-11-08T17:17:13

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #211 with Lisa Louise Cooke In this episode, host and producer Lisa Louise Cooke talks with Barry Moreno, Historian at Ellis Island. Hear about the life cycle of ...

Episode 210 from 2017-10-24T19:19:51

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #210 with Lisa Louise Cooke In this episode: You’ve heard of “burned counties,” a phrase used to describe places where courthouse fires or other disasters have d...

Episode 209 from 2017-10-10T16:28:51

The Genealogy Gems PodcastEpisode 209with Lisa Louise Cooke In today’s episode: David Ouimette of FamilySearch is known to his colleagues as “the Indiana Jones of genealogy” because of his globe-...

Episode 208 from 2017-09-27T18:04

The Genealogy Gems Podcast with Lisa Louise Cooke In this episode: A free webinar! Great comments from you: An inspiring Google Books success story, how one listener gets her shy husband talking ...

Episode 207 from 2017-09-13T17:04:01

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 207 with Lisa Louise Cooke In this episode, Lisa welcomes Mary Tedesco, a co-host of PBS’ Genealogy Roadshow. Mary shares stories and tips about tracing Italian...

Special Episode: The End of FamilySearch Microfilm Lending Program from 2017-08-22T16:01:29

Change is something we can always count on, but that doesn't make it any easier, does it? Understanding why the change is happening, how it affects you personally, and what you can do to adapt, doe...

Episode 206 The Genealogy Gems Podcast - Your Family History Show from 2017-08-10T20:50:40

The Genealogy Gems Podcast with Lisa Louise Cooke In this Blast from the Past episode: Lisa reprises a favorite research detour into vehicle forensics—to identify an old family car—and shares tip...

Episode 205 from 2017-07-11T23:23:27

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #205 with Lisa Louise Cooke This episode breaks two huge pieces of genealogy news and shares two great conversations: FamilySearch ends microfilm lending:  how y...

Episode 204 from 2017-06-15T02:16:26

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #204 with Lisa Louise Cooke Canadian expert Dave Obee shares the story of the Canadian home children tips on newspaper research. Also in this episode: New site f...

Episode 203 from 2017-05-10T10:00

The Genealogy Gems Podcast with Lisa Louise Cooke Episode #203 This episode features a special interview with renowned Canadian expert Dave Obee. He shares his favorite tips on researching the Can...

Episode 202 from 2017-04-09T21:22:41

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 202 Lisa Louise Cooke   Highlights of this episode include: AncestryDNA’s new Genetic Communities: An Interview with Catherine Ball, Ancestry’s Chief Scientific...

Episode 201 from 2017-03-07T20:48:20

  with Lisa Louise Cooke    In this episode, I chat with Angela Walton-Raji, expert in U.S. and African-American research, about tips for interviewing relatives and taking your African-American fa...

Episode 200 from 2017-02-06T17:35:56

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 200 with Lisa Louise Cooke  Listen below: It’s finally here—the 200th episode of the free Genealogy Gems podcast, also celebrating its 10th year. In this speci...

Episode 199 from 2017-01-11T16:30:05

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 199 with Lisa Louise Cooke In this episode, Lisa celebrates Canada’s 150th anniversary with Clare Banton from Library and Archives Canada. You’ll also hear how ...

Episode 198 from 2016-12-15T00:35:50

This episode’s got a bit of holiday sparkle! Lisa Louise Cooke welcomes Genealogy Gems Book Club author and Victorian lifestyle expert Sarah Chrisman to the show to talk about Victorian holiday tra...

Episode 197 from 2016-11-10T05:08:58

Episode 197with Lisa Louise Cooke This episode celebrates the most recent family history there is—our own. A chat between host and producer Lisa Louise Cooke and Gems editor Sunny Morton explore...

Episode 196 from 2016-10-12T01:02:53

The Genealogy Gems Podcast with Lisa Louise Cooke In this episode, expert Kate Eakman from Legacy Tree Genealogists joins us with some tips for those starting to trace their Irish ancestors into Ir...

Episode 195 from 2016-09-14T17:04:07

The Genealogy Gems Podcast with Lisa Louise Cooke In this episode, I’m celebrating the 100th episode of another podcast I host: the Family Tree Magazine podcast. So I’ll flashback to one of my favo...

Episode 194 from 2016-08-07T18:13:07

The Genealogy Gems Podcast with Lisa Louise Cooke Did you know you can use Google to help identify images, to find more images like them online, and even to track down images that have been moved ...

Episode 193 from 2016-07-12T15:26:58

  The Genealogy Gems Podcast by Lisa Louise Cooke Episode highlights: Genealogy milestones, anniversaries, new records, upcoming conferences and new free video tutorials; Email response to The Ge...

Episode 192 from 2016-06-09T01:23:35

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #192 with Lisa Louise Cooke Highlights from this episode: How to use Animoto, my favorite new tech tool for creating professional-looking slide shows and videos New...

Episode 191 from 2016-05-11T01:55:54

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #191 with Lisa Louise Cooke   NEWS: Upcoming Live-Streaming from FGS from Periscope Free Periscope app in or  Lisa’s Twitter handle: @LisaCooke   New German Record...

Episode 190 from 2016-04-06T20:59:01

Genealogy Gems PodcastEpisode #190Lisa Louise Cooke Highlights from this episode: Extreme Genes radio show Scott Fisher talks about his role in helping to solve a 30-year old missing persons case;...

Episode 189 from 2016-03-09T21:53:08

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 189 NEWS: Relative Race BYUtv’s new reality series Relative Race () premiered on February 28, 2016. The show “features four married couples as they travel across the ...

Episode 188 from 2016-02-17T23:16:17

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 188 Highlights from this episode include: RootsTech news and resources for everyone; New records online for Ireland and the United States; Two inspiring emails from...

Episode 187 from 2016-01-13T23:50:59

This New Year’s episode is packed with fresh energy and perspective!  We welcome the  to the podcast. Judy takes on a Genealogy Gems listener’s fantastic question about the bounty land his War of 1...

Episode 186 from 2015-12-08T22:56:02

Genealogy Gems PodcastEpisode 186 This month’s episode celebrates upcoming holiday family time with a special segment on interviewing relatives. Diahan Southard offers her thanks for DNA connectio...

Episode 185 from 2015-11-05T02:36:41

This month all of us here at Genealogy Gems are celebrating reaching a milestone 1000 blog posts on our website. But we’re not just celebrating our own genealogy writing. We’re celebrating YOURS! T...

Episode 184 from 2015-10-06T15:47:43

In this episode I’ll kick things off with two fabulous online resources I think are Gems. Two of you wrote in with your own advice, one on saving your genealogy from theft and another with another ...

Episode 183 from 2015-09-02T18:22:44

In this episode, a special expert joins us to talk about digitizing and storing your old movies, videos, and pictures—even further updating those old movies you’ve already put on CD. You’ll hear a ...

Episode 182 - The Ghost Army of WWII from 2015-08-08T21:43:20

  You know me, I love looking outside the genealogy box to discover strategies and inspirational stories that can help us be better family historians. In today’s episode, we’re heading back to Worl...

Episode 181 - 1950s, New Book Club Read from 2015-07-11T00:29:23

Today, we’re turning back the clock to talk about two of my favorite eras, the 1950s and—well, the second one is a surprise. I’ll tell you later in the show when I introduce the NEW Genealogy Gems ...

Episode 180 - Ancestry, FamilySearch, Google, Cloud Backup, Book Club Interview from 2015-06-16T15:04:29

    Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 180 with Lisa Louise Cooke   Welcome to episode 180 of the Genealogy Gems podcast! Today we’re talking about big names, like Ancestry and Google and Family...

Episode 179 - Evernote Book Library, Book Club from 2015-05-25T01:42:24

Have you ever felt like you got the short end of the genealogy stick when it comes to family heirlooms? Maybe you haven’t inherited much in the way of family photos or memorabilia, or maybe you fee...

Episode 178 - CeCe Moore on DNA, 2nd Qtr Book Club book announced! from 2015-04-10T18:43:50

Episode 178 Lisa Louise Cooke Niche record collections that might just be what you are looking for. Interview with genetic genealogist CeCe Moore about using DNA for genealogy research, adoption, a...

Episode 177 - Interview with the Author of Orphan Train from 2015-03-10T16:05:59

This episode features our interview with Christina Baker Kline, the author of our Genealogy Gems Book Club featured book Orphan Train. The book spent five weeks at the #1 spot on the New York Times...

Episode 176 - RootsTech Roundup, Writing Your History, DNA and Surnames from 2015-02-23T21:50:37

In this episode we are going to check in with our Genealogy Gems Book Club Guru Sunny Morton on our featured book , and some additional books you’ll want to add to your reading list that also provi...

Episode 175 - New Book Club Book, Mary Tedesco of Genealogy Roadshow, DNA, and Lisa's New Book from 2015-01-08T02:51:27

  I’m pretty excited  about this episode because it’s just jammed back with all kinds of fun stuff! (image right: my Grandson Joey excited about his new wagon!) First, Genealogy Gems Contributing...

Episode 174 - Shocking Revelations in My Family Tree that May Benefit You from 2014-12-08T23:15:07

               In this episode I'm going to share a personal story from my own family history just recently uncovered, and pull from it 3 powerful strategies that you can start using right away to...

Episode 173 - Inspiring Ideas from 2014-11-11T19:46:56

We all need a little inspiration now and then, and in this episode I hope to bring you some through good books, inspiring comments from other listeners, and some new ideas to try. Once I got past ...

Episode 172 - Book Club Launch, DNA, and Star Trek Journey from 2014-10-20T20:02:14

In this episode I've got some exciting news, a cool free online tool, advice on translation, stories of inspirational finds, DNA for genealogy, and a Star Trek take on the innovations of yesteryear...

Episode 171 - Coping with Change, and Genealogy Storytelling from 2014-09-16T14:52:31

Do you have enough time to work on your family history the way you would like to? How about taking on someone else’s family history? In this episode I’ve invited someone who has jumped over his own...

Episode 170 - Interview with Lisa Kudrow of the TV series Who Do You Think You Are? from 2014-08-14T00:06:55

Lisa shares her recent research successes: Getting in touch with a distant German cousin through MyHeritage Organizing and “Visualizing” the German photos from her Great Grandmother’s Scrapbook (...

Special Free Premium Episode from 2014-07-23T09:00

Genealogy Gems Premium Podcast Episode #113 Who Do You Think You Are? has become a worldwide television phenomenon, starting in the UK and making its way around the world, telling the stories of we...

Episode 169 - Blast from the Past Episode 14 from 2014-07-14T01:27:19

Catch a glimpse of the silent movie era and how it was an integral part of your ancestors’ lives. In this episode, I find out more about the silent movies my grandmother catalogued in her diary, an...

Episode 168 - All About DNA and Genealogy from 2014-06-17T19:32:53

Get up to speed on the world of DNA and Genealogy in this episode. We’ll explore in depth the ramifications of Ancestry closing down some of their DNA tests along with other businesses in their por...

Episode 167 - Colonial American Genealogy from 2014-05-22T17:00:29

Get ready to lay a foundation in your knowledge of Colonial American genealogy research. Beth Foulk is here to walk us through early immigration to America, Indentured Servitude and Bondage, and th...

Episode 166 - Tips, Ideas and Listener Email from 2014-04-15T02:09:18

I’ve been enjoying time at home getting the new house decorated.  I have a wonderful sort of wall niche area in the living room that is perfect for a family history display, so the wheels are turni...

Episode 165: A Blast from the Past from 2014-03-11T20:23:57

The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 13 Originally Published 2007 Remastered March 2014 By Lisa Louise Cooke   From the MAILBOX Hello Lisa: I have just finished listening to your podcast on trac...

Episode 164 - The Ancestry Wiki, Searching for Google Earth Maps and Files from 2014-02-18T23:13:03

In this episode you'll hear what you've been missing and how to get it from the Ancestry Wiki. Also how to do a very specialized type of Google search you may have never tried, a French-Canadian ...

Episode 163 - Flip Your Genealogy into Flipboard from 2014-01-08T00:10

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 163: Get ready to flip out with me over Flipboard. It’s a free app and web tool that you have to see to fully appreciate. In this episode I’ll take you behind the sce...

Episode 162 - How to Help Kids Engage, Explore and Enjoy Family History from 2013-12-04T22:02

Wondering how to get your kids and grandkids engaged in family history? Looking for worthwhile activities for the kids over the Christmas break? In this episode author Janet Hovorka provides answer...

Episode 161 - Taking Risks, and Norwegian Research from 2013-11-14T21:28

I was so impresssed with Yngve Nedrebø, the Chief archivist at Riksarkivet (National Archives of Norway) who I recently interviewed for the Family Tree Magazine podcast that I'm publishing an exten...

Episode 160 - Genealogy Blogging and A Lisa's Favorite Genealogy Gem from 2013-10-09T20:22

In this episode you will meet other listeners who are getting the word out about their family history through blogging as well as give you some genealogy blogging pointers,and I will introduce you ...

Episode 159 - African American Research, Work Through the Ages from 2013-09-05T00:54

Come along as we solve a family history mystery with high-tech and low-tech tools, discuss who to begin African-American research, explore newly available Canadian records, and contemplate the valu...

Episode 158 - Exclusive Interview with the Producer of TLC's Who Do You Think You Are? from 2013-07-29T00:18

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 158 August 2, 2013 NEWS: Attention Gmail Users:Google has revised the Gmail dashboard to now include tabs, separating your emails based on the type of content. Overa...

Episode 157 - Blast from the Past Episodes 11 and 12 Remastered from 2013-07-12T00:38

In this Blast from the Past episode we are turning the time machine back to May of 2007.  First up is Genealogy Gems Episode #11, first published May 07, 2007, which includes two great gems for you...

Episode 156 - What to Do When Technological Change Creates Mayhem in Your Life from 2013-06-13T21:31

In this episode you will get a sneak peek at new changes coming in Ancestry search, and we will look for women in naturalization records. But first here is what you can do... When Technological Ch...

Episode 155 - Catching Up on Everything Genealogy, and WikiTree Update from 2013-05-18T18:13

A lot has been happening in the genealogy world while I have been on the road, and my job is to boil it down so I can bring you the best genealogy gems and that’s what we are going to do in this ep...

Episode 154 10 Tips for Breaking Through Your Genealogy Brick Wall from 2013-04-30T18:48

Travel back to #RootsTech - You'll hear 10 Top Tips for How to Bust Through Your Genealogy Brick Wall, and get the scoop on the new partnership between OCLC / WorldCat and FamilySearch. From Lisa:...

Episode 153 - Blast from the Past Episode 10, and Darius Gray on Storytelling at RootsTech from 2013-03-29T04:35

Enjoy a blast from the past with episode #10 featuring Steve Morse and his One-Step website. Then delight in Darius Gray, a genealogist and storyteller who provides tips on sharing your family hist...

Episode 152 - Interview with Dr. Turi King at Who Do You Think You Are? Live in London from 2013-03-08T23:25

Show Notes Lisa Louise Cooke I am back from speaking at the Who Do You Think You Are? Live conference in London, and I’ve brought back some gems for you for this episode which I’m excited about. I ...

Episode 151 - 50 Fabulous Family History Favorites Part 2 from 2013-02-15T04:58

In this episode we wrap up my 50 Fabulous Family History Favorites List On Friday I babysat my two grandsons Davy and Joey, and I put together a little game that was prompted by a listener email. ...

Episode 150 - Lisa's 50 Fablous Family History Favorites from 2013-02-05T04:15

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 150 In celebration of this 150th episode and my 50th birthday, I bring you: A Birthday from Long Ago 50 Fabulous Family History Favorites  Websites: 1. Familysearch....

Episode 149 - A Blast from the Past Episodes 7 and 8 from 2013-01-25T00:44

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode: # 07        Original Publish Date:  April 8, 2007 The April 15 tax deadline is looming: did you know that The Civil War income tax was the first tax paid on individu...

Episode 148 Quick Genealogy Gems You Can Use from 2013-01-06T00:54

Welcome to the first episode of 2013, and there is certainly a lot already going on this year, and this episode is packed with genealogy news, your emails and of course gems tucked in along the way...

Episode 147 - A Virtual Genealogy Gems Christmas Open House from 2012-12-15T01:00

Jump on the sleigh and make the rounds with me to friends of the podcast. We'll making surprise stops at listener's homes, drinking hot cocoa with long time friends  of the show and genealogy exper...

Episode 146 - Maureen Taylor's New Film Project, Genealogy News, and A Fabulous Use for Google Alerts from 2012-12-08T05:18

In this episode we discuss the latest genealogy news, one listener's fabulous use of Google Alerts, and Maureen Taylor's new history film project.  NEWS: Google Earth 7Google as just released Googl...

Episode 145 - Blast From the Past Episodes 5 and 6 from 2012-11-24T19:23

In this episode I’ve got another blast from the past for you.  We have reached deep into the podcast archive and retrieved episodes 5 and 6. In Episode 5 we touch on using the video website YouTube...

Episode 144 - Digitize, Organize, and Archive from 2012-11-08T05:57

Today's gem focuses on a challenge that we all face as family historians – getting organized, archiving all of our stuff, and digitizing materials an d photos. I know that’s biting off a big chunk,...

Episode 143 - Mobile Scanning, Heroic Stories, and Old Postcards from 2012-10-22T05:38

In this episode you will hear how one man’s passion for geography and history were saved from destruction, and you’ll find out what a portable scanner can do for your genealogy research and mobilit...

Episode 142 - Family History Bloggers from 2012-10-10T02:01

Have you ever wondered how the Internet works?  I mean, how data from your computer actually makes to another computer somewhere else around the world? I found a very cool video that really manages...

Episode 141 - Antiques Roadshow, and What to Include and Not to Include in Your Family Tree from 2012-09-25T20:24

In this episode we are pulling back the curtain on the Antiques Roadshow, as well as talking a bit about what to include and not include in your family tree. I’m just back from Odessa Texas where I...

Episode 140 - A Blast from the Past Episodes 3 and 4 from 2012-09-11T23:18

Published Sept 11, 2012 Enjoy a Blast from the Past with Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 140. You'll hear episodes 3 and 4 from 2007. Show Notes EPISODE 3 - Originally Aired March 11, 2007 A big tha...

Episode 139 Going Back to Family History School from 2012-08-29T23:42

Published August 29, 2012 Let's get ready to go back to school - family history school! And I've got some exciting new to tell you about! Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode #139 brought to you by two t...

Episode 138 - Food and Family History Part 2 from 2012-08-09T02:43

Published August 8, 2012 In the last episode we took a big bite of food family history, and in today’s episode I’ve got part 2 of my interview with Gena Philibert Ortega, author of From the Family ...

Episode 137 - Food and Family History, and NetVibes Update from 2012-07-22T23:07

Published July 22, 2012 In this episode author Gena Philibert Ortega and I talk about her new book From the Family Kitchen: Discover your Food Heritage and Preserve Favorite Recipes. Who doesn’t lo...

Episode 136 - Life After iGoogle from 2012-07-08T20:53

Published July 8, 2012 Everyone is concerned about Google pulling the plug on iGoogle, but in today's episode I have a fantastic solution for you. And you will find the companion video at my and a...

Episode 135 - Linda Chavez of Finding Your Roots from 2012-06-19T23:18

Published June 19, 2012 In this episode we’re going to follow up on Episode #133 and my interview with Henry Louis Gates about his show Finding Your Roots with an conversation with one of the celeb...

Episode 134 A Blast from the Past from 2012-06-11T22:49

  June 11, 2012 Episode 134: You asked for it!  Here's a blast from the past: Episodes 1 & 2 of the Genealogy Gems Podcast! Episode 01 February 25, 2007 by Lisa Louise Cooke My goal in creating thi...

Episode 133 - Interview with Henry Louis Gates Jr on Finding Your Roots May 19, 2012 from 2012-05-19T21:16

May 19, 2012 Discover what Dr. Henry Louis Gates hope to convey in the final episode of his series Finding Your Roots.   NEWS: I just returned from NGS and had a chance to visit with many listeners...

Episode 132 - Bonnets and Hats, and The Genealogy Widower from 2012-05-04T03:15

Published May 3, 2012 Decipher your ancestor’s head gear with Maureen Taylor (AKA The Photo Detective) with tips from her new book Bonnets and Hats. And then grab your spouse for a genealogical mus...

Episode 131 - 1880 Defective, Dependent and Delinquent Census Schedules from 2012-04-26T20:09

April 26, 2012   NEWS: The big news is Ancestry.com’s acquisition of Archives.com My Classes at the Genealogy Jamboree Conference: TH-001 - Conversation with the Author: Steve Luxenberg and Annie'...

Episode 130 - RootsMagic 5, APG, the 1940 Census and more from 2012-04-16T22:05

Published April 16, 2012 In this episode learn more about APG, find out what’s new with RootsMagic 5, and get started searching the 1940 census.   NEWS: Diane Haddad and I just spent some time on t...

Episode 129 - Running Away to Home with author Jennifer Wilson from 2012-03-22T23:26

Published March 22, 2012 Genealogy Gems Book Club: Our featured book is Running Away to Home by Jennifer Wilson. In this book, Jennifer takes us on a once and a lifetime genealogical journey where...

Episode 128 - WDYTYA Wrap Up and brightsolid from 2012-03-09T20:02

Published March 9, 2011 In this episode we'll talk to Chris van der Kuyl, CEO of brightsolid. By Andrew Martin of the History Repeating Blog Mark Olsen of  MyHeritage / World Vital Records WDYTYA ...

Episode 127 - Nick Barratt of the UK Who Do You Think You Are? from 2012-02-21T15:00

Published Feb 21, 2012 In this episode you'll hear from UK presenter and historian Nick Barratt.   GEM: Listener Betty Wynn Betty talks about how she uses my book   GEM: Interview with Nick Barra...

Episode 126 - RootsTech Wrap Up and Find A Grave from 2012-02-10T05:55

Published Feb 10, 2012 In this episode we cover the latest news from RootsTech 2012, my video interview with Nick Barratt, and an in depth look at Find A Grave with the website's creator, Jim Tipto...

Episode 125 - Interview with Shirley Gage Hodges and Lisa's New Newspaper Book from 2012-01-24T06:20

Published Jan 24, 2012 In this episode Genealogist Shirley Gage Hodges will share her genealogical wisdom with you as well as talk about her status as "perennial student." NEWS Marilyn attended my ...

Episode 124 - New Google Search, Newspaper Research from 2012-01-10T07:17

Published Jan 10, 2012 What’s Black, and White and READ all over?  Your Ancestors in old newspapers! In fact, your ancestors could be anywhere!  Most likely they were mentioned at some point in the...

Episode 123 - Taking Family History to Young and Old in the Community from 2011-12-10T22:41

Published Dec 10, 2011 This Sha Sha has been busily working to finish making Davy’s birthday present since his big birthday number 2 is coming up on Dec. 15.   In Genealogy Gems Podcast I told how...

Episode 122 - Chat with a Forensic Genealogist from 2011-11-27T20:35

Published Nov 27, 2011 In this episode you are going to hear from Forensic Genealogist Leslie Lawson.   Genealogy News   Return of Who Do You think You Are? NBC has just announced that the TV se...

Episode 121 - Mysteries in Family History - Steve Luxenberg author of Annie's Ghosts Part 2 from 2011-11-03T23:23

Published Nov 3, 2010 In this Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 121 and part 2 of my interview with Washington Post editor Steve Luxenberg, author fo Annie’s Ghosts.  From the emails, Tweets and Faceb...

Episode 120 - Annie's Ghost with Author Steve Luxenberg from 2011-10-21T00:07

Published Oct 20, 2011 Fire up your Kindle!  In this episode I'm going to introduce you to the author or a riveting book full of secrets, family history, and discoveries!   GEM: Interview with Ste...

Episode 119 Thousands of Memories - Childhood, Grandparents&Beyond from 2011-10-06T02:33

Published Oct 5, 2011 When you were little did you play in card table tents or forts?  I sure did. When I was wandering around the house complaining of being bored on a rainy day, my mom would pul...

Episode 118 - Grandmas&Grandpas, Free Transcription Software, PERSI, and more from 2011-09-17T22:28

Published Sept 17, 2011 Everyone has a special name for grandparents in their family.  In ours we have Nanna, Grandma, and even Pat-Pat.  I look forward to the day my grandson Davy calls me Grandma...

Episode 117 Should Your Genealogy Research Flourish? from 2011-09-06T19:36

Published Sept 6, 2011 Are you having a Picnic?  Problem In Chair Not In Computer! r - says Google  They had a recent failure but Google says it wasn’t the car it was a PICNIC! See the photos at ...

Episode 116 - Recorded LIVE at Jamboree from 2011-08-20T21:23

Published August 20, 2011 This special episode of the Genealogy Gems Podcast was recorded in front of a live audience at the Southern California Genealogical Society Jamboree held in June 2011 in B...

Episode 115 - How to Travel to Your Ancestors Homeland from 2011-08-06T23:51

Published August 6, 2011 In this episode you're going to learn the details that go into planning a trip to your ancestor's homeland. NEWS: called Monday Midwest Family history Expo posted on 8/1/1...

Episode 114 - Online Security, Records Roundup, Genealogy Blogging from 2011-07-21T05:12

Published July 21, 2011 Git yer lasso and git ready for the Genealogy Records Roundup in this episode. Then I’ll show you how to improve your online security, introduce you to family history blogge...

Episode 113 - Family History Writing Inspiration with Author John Paul Godges from 2011-07-04T20:17

Published July 4, 2011 In this episode you'll pick up tips for family history writing success from John Paul Godges, the author of Oh, Beautiful, An American Family in the 20th Century.   Jamboree...

Episode 112 - Helping Kids Embrace Family History from 2011-06-20T21:21

Published June 20, 2011 Get ready to be inspired while you listen to kids embracing their family history at the Kid's Camp lead by Charlotte Bocage.  In this episode you'll hear from the instructo...

Episode 111 - Military Records, Britains Home Children and Google News from 2011-05-28T05:06

Published May 28, 2011 This week we did a 90 minute and the response has been fantastic.   I’ve had so many emails from those of you who attended, and I can just read the excitement in your word...

Episode 110 - Turn of the Century Divorce, and The Photo Detective at Who Do You Think You Are? from 2011-05-17T05:12

Published May 17, 2011 In this episode we cover little white lies told at the turn-of=-the-century about divorce, and The Photo Detective Maureen Taylor joins us from Who Do You Think You Are? Live...

Episode 109 - The Civil War from 2011-05-01T03:26

Published April 30, 2011 In this episode listeners chime in on Ancestry online trees, Lisa shares an inspiring story, and talks with Mike Litterst of the National Parks Service about the Civil War ...

Episode 108 Census Tips and Tricks from 2011-04-08T05:00

Published April 8, 2011 In this episode we cover Census Records Tips and Tricks.   MAILBOX:   "Keep coming up with these gems, you never know where they may lead!" from Angela who asks about D...

Episode 107 - Free Webinars and Dick Eastman on Cloud Computing from 2011-03-25T19:00

Published March 25, 2010   Dick Eastman joins Lisa in this episode to discuss Cloud Computing.   Season 2 of the is coming this March 28, 2011   featuring interviews with many of the experts who ...

Episode 106 - Who Do You Think You Are? Live in London, and Jan Gow on Creating Your Own Family History Reference Library from 2011-03-09T00:58

Published March 8, 2011 Who Do You Think You Are? Live in London was fantastic!  I can't wait to tell you all about it in this episode!  Like the Genealogy Gems Podcast on Facebook Above: The gate...

Episode 105 - Interview with Josh Taylor of NEGHS, Genealogy News and More from 2011-02-08T22:53

Published Feb 8, 2011  In this episode Lisa chats with Josh Taylor of NEHGS about genealogy, technology and the future. Tips for Getting the Most from a Conference 1. Sit up front 2. Introduce t...

Episode 104 - Technology and Genealogy Converge from 2011-01-25T01:42

Lisa's New Book is Here!   Genealogy Blog:     Lisa's Upcoming Appearances:   All day seminar on Google at the in Southern California conference Feb 10-12 in Salt Lake City to speak on G...

Episode 103 - New Google Gems for Genealogy! from 2011-01-05T05:00

Published Jan 5, 2011 NEWS: 1916 Candian census of the Prairie Provinces at the Library and Archives Canada You can access the digitized images of the 1916 census online in two different ways: by ...

Episode 102 - The 2nd Season of the Generations Project with the Executive Producer Kendall Wilcox from 2010-12-23T06:46

Published Dec 23, 2010 NEWS: Lisa's Upcoming Speaking Engagements: Who Do You Think You Are? LIVE Conference in London Lisa will be speaking on Sunday Feb. 27, 2011 at noon. Use the Promotional cod...

Down with the flu - no episode this week. from 2010-12-08T05:25

I was hoping I could squeak out episode 102 by today, but unfortunately I'm still down with the flu.  (It should have been out over the weekend.)  So while I'm recuperating I hope you will enjoy th...

Christmas Stocking Instructions.doc from 2010-12-08T05:14

Episode 101 - Getting Certified as a Genealogist from 2010-11-20T15:30

Published Nov 20, 2010 T   Mesa Family History Expo January 21 & 22, 2011Mesa Arizona Convention Center.   - Effective Use of Technology Thursday, January 27th  -  Saturday January 29th  9:00AM- ...

Episode 100 - A Celebration! from 2010-11-07T22:36

Published Nov 7, 2010 In this episode we take a sentimental journey back over the first 100 episodes of The Genealogy Gems Podcast including some of Lisa's favorite gems and interviews, show milest...

Episode 99 - LIVE from the Calif Family History Expo! from 2010-10-21T17:56

Published Oct 21, 2010 Join us as we highlight and explore the beautiful online magazine   be sure to check out the Bonus Content Video!!  LINKS to websites mentioned in this episode: Craig Mans...

Episode 98 The Journey Takers, New Sweepstakes, and Liquid Galaxy for Google Earth from 2010-10-07T23:48

Published Oct 7, 2010 Episode 98 - The Journey Takers NEWS: Thank you to the Genealogy Bloggers who blogged about the new Google Earth for Genealogy Volume II DVD: Dick Eastman - Randy Seaver - ...

Episode 97 - Recording Family History Interviews from 2010-09-23T22:14

Sept 23, 2010 Lisa share her latest research breakthrough with Google Earth, and Susan Kitchens joins her on the show to talk about recording family history interviews.     NEWS: The Genealogy Gem...

Episode 96 Scanner Options, Photograph History, and a Listener chats with Lisa from 2010-09-08T22:56

Published Sept 8, 2010 Upcoming MilestoneGenealogy Gems Podcast Listener Denise Coughlin posted on Lisa's Facebook wall the other day and said "I realized as I was filling up my mp3 player for the ...

Episode 95 Paper Preservation and Answers to Ancestry Family Trees from 2010-08-24T22:54

Published August 24, 2010 NEWS: Genealogy Gems Podcast has been selected for inclusion in the brand new podcast director for the Blackberry launched by Research in Motion known as RIM.   Listener...

Episode 94 Janice Nickerson of Who Do You Think You Are Canada from 2010-08-05T15:58

Published August 5, 2010 NEWS:   Canadian Census    at the Vancouver Sun online about why genealogists are up in arms about the new restrictions on Canadian census information.       National Arc...

Episode 93: Genealogy Blogger Craig Manson on What is Knowable in Family History from 2010-07-21T20:26

Published July 21, 2010 NEWS:   By Schelly Talalay Dardashti   Film:  Yoo-Hoo, Mrs. Goldbert .  The Goldbergs came to radio in 1929 and didn’t finish it’s TV run until 1955.       “...

Episode 92 Genealogist and Author Dave Obee from 2010-07-05T19:57

Published July 5, 2010 The LIVE Genealogy Gems Podcast #91 has been reformatted for the iPod.  You may need to delete the downloaded episode from iTunes and download it again by clicking the GET bu...

Episode 91 Recorded LIVE at Genealogy Jamboree 2010 - Videocast from 2010-06-17T16:29

Published June 17, 2010 On Saturday June 12, 2010 we presented the Genealogy Gems Podcast show in front of a live audience at the Southern California Genealogy Society .  Our intention was to recor...

Episode 90 - News, Mail&Part 2 of Family Forensic Files with Dr. Robert Leonard from 2010-06-02T21:39

Published June 2, 2010 NEWS: New images and webpages at the Canadian Genealogy Centre at the Library and Archives Canada website. Ocean Arrivals 1919-1924 have been digitized and are available onli...

Episode 89 - Forensic Linguistics for Genealogy from 2010-05-22T00:23

Published May 21, 2010 Google Earth for Genealogy NEWS Free Records at Footnote You'll find newspapers ranging from small towns to major cities and dating all the way back to the 1700s. Watch ...

Episode 88 New Stuff at Google Search and Criminal Records from 2010-05-05T04:25

NEWS: Findmypast.com has expanded its collection of British military records with the release of the Royal Marine Medal Roll 1914-1920. They have also announced their take over of It will be re...

Episode 87 - Scouting for Ancestors from 2010-04-24T02:47

Stay tuned for upcoming Genealogy Gems Webinars: "I have participated in other webinars but your relaxed and friendly style really make it fun!"- Martha Zervoudakis   "Thank you so much. It was wo...

Episode 86: The Generations Project from 2010-04-09T20:06

Note to Users: New Wallpaper Bonus Content this episode! A big THANK YOU to the in Jackson, Ohio for sharing Genealogy Gems with their website visitors.  Footnote Update Their Interactive Census...

Episode 85: Research in an Area Not Tackled Before on the Podcast from 2010-04-02T00:06

Who Do You Think You Are? airs on Friday nights at 8:00 p.m. on NBC. Premium episode 43 features Lisa Kudrow in part 2 of a behind the scenes question and answer (available for a limited time....

Episode 84 - New Family Search, Tribute to Fess Parker from 2010-03-21T14:30

The Genealogy Gems Podcast is Three Years Old This Month!   THANK YOUS on genealogy podcasts   Renee Huskey wrote in her Free Stuff Friday post about the     Recently Completed Projec...

Episode 83 - Answers to Your Questions from 2010-03-08T16:32

All 6 videos are also part of Family Tree Magazine's   Lisa’s recent blog posts about the new TV series Who Do You Think You Are?         Upcoming Conferences: Southern California Genealo...

Episode 82: Yearning to Know More? Listen to Part 2 with Irene Johnson. from 2010-02-21T22:02

Share Who Do You Think You Are? with Friends and Family Share Genealogy Gems Podcast with your friends and family   Who Do You Think You Are? premieres on NBC on Friday, March 5 at 8:00 pm.   NEW...

Episode 81: Lisa Kudrow is on the podcast! Who Do You Think You Are? from 2010-02-14T00:02

  MAILBOX:   for the Genealogy Gems Podcast e-Newsletter You’ll get Lisa's 20 page e-book called 5 Fabulous Research Strategies for the Family Historian free in your welcome email.  Follow the te...

Episode 80: Genealogy News, Mail and an Interview with Irene Johnson from 2010-02-05T23:40

THANK YOU to all the genealogy bloggers who got the word out about the new Genealogy Gems iPhone app which is now available in the :   Kimberly Powell of the     Miriam Robbins Midkiff of     Sch...

Episode 79 - LIVE broadcast from Family History Expos in Mesa, AZ from 2010-01-26T03:15

This episode is a LIVE presentation of The Genealogy Gems Podcast presented at the in Mesa, Arizona on Friday, January 22, 2010. Lisa introduces her Stage Manager (and daughter!) Lacey Cooke. 2013...

Episode 78: A New Year and a New App, News, Mailbox&a Musical Gem from 2010-01-05T06:23

Happy New Year!! Contest Winners Announced: The winner of the FTM Organize Your Genealogy Life CD: Carroll Berryman The winner of the 2 day admission ticket to the Mesa, AZ Family History Expo: A.C...

Episode 77: Have a Great Ancestral Hair Day from 2009-12-09T00:19

NEWS: for the Genealogy Gems Free e-Newsletter Footnote.com - In honor of Pearl Harbor Day  they are making their interactive available for free for the month of Dec 2009.   MAILBOX:  Michael in ...

Episode 76 - FamilySearch Head Genealogist David Rencher Part 2 from 2009-11-30T00:57

Are you ready for Christmas yet? If you would like to help out the podcast while you shop, just click the box below... ...to access the and look for your first item.  When you do that Genealogy G...

Episode 75 - The Future of Digital Records with David Rencher, Head Genealogist at FamilySearch from 2009-11-10T02:17

New to the Podcast?  Click the media player on the right to begin listening or .  ( to learn more about how to download and subscribe to podcasts in iTunes.  to watch a video tutorial) News: Atten...

Episode 74 - An Amazing Story Featuring DeadFred from 2009-10-30T19:37

Sit back and enjoy this episode about a Gem of a web site:    Founder Joe Bott tells us what drove him to create the site and some amazing and inspiring stories of Ancestors found! Here's a link to...

Episode 73 - It's All About You and Genealogy! from 2009-10-09T23:41

NEWS: Lisa covers digitized newspaper records recently posted at the Library of America's web site As well as news from including new records, the new social networking with records feature, and ...

Videocast: Episode 73 Genealogy News Segment from 2009-10-08T16:45

Something new this week...I'm trying out a videocast of the Genealogy News segment of The Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 73. Click the video file attached to these show notes (which ends with the "...

Episode 72 - Probate Records and Genealogy Serendipity with Jana Broglin, Google Books, Genealogy Wise from 2009-09-24T22:26

News: Read Lisa's Blog post "" by Tamie Dehler, Tribune-Star  Mailbox: A listener writes in to share her experience with Genealogy Wise Join the at Genealogy Wise. Check out the free program tha...

Episode 71: Part 2 of Ancestry's Member Connect, and Geneablogger Lee Drew from 2009-09-06T06:28

  And at this conference I am debuting a brand new item that I've been working on for months and it's ready, and it will be available for the first time at the .  It's actually inspired by you - yo...

Episode 70 - A Tool for Connecting with Researchers Online from 2009-08-19T22:38

Google announced last week that it has quadrupled its searchable archive of historical news articles, many of which are free to access.From the The National Archives just announced that it has lau...

Episode 69: Interview with Tony Burroughs, Family History Memories with Genealogy Blogger Lee Drew from 2009-08-02T03:52

NEWS: For the month of August 2009 Footnote.com is providing free access to the 1930 census images.  To get the free access just go to   and register with your email address.  by Diane Haddad at F...

Episode 68: Interview with Thomas MacEntee, GenealogyWise, Newspaper Webinar from 2009-07-18T04:00

NEWS: The Genealogy Guys are going to be at the Federation of Genealogical Societies conference in Little Rock, AR  Sept 2-5 2009 recording their show before a live audience on Sept 3 at 3:30 pm. L...

Episode 67: What Happened at Jamboree, Interview with Randy Seaver the Man Behind the Blog from 2009-07-06T23:50

For more info on next year's Jamboree: Read Lisa's Blog Posts about this year's Jamboree: Listen to Lisa's one on one interview with Tukufu in   NEWS: Genealogy Gems Premium eLearning Members ca...

Episode 66: An Important Anniversary, Records and Websites Updates from 2009-06-07T19:36

Published June 7, 2009 GEM: 65th Anniversary of D-Day I've written a  about the D-Day anniversary that includes an article that appeared in the Yorkshire Post about how the memory of WWII is slippi...

Memorial Day Special Episode (Enhanced with Images) from 2009-05-23T00:40

This special Memorial Day episode is dedicated to the men and women who lost their lives defending our country. (This podcast episode is an Enhanced Version which will include images that will appe...

Memorial Day Special Episode (Audio Only) from 2009-05-23T00:32

This special Memorial Day episode is dedicated to the men and women of the armed forces who lost their lives defending our country.(This podcast episode is audio only)  

Episode 65: Interview with one of the Genealogy Guys George Morgan, Mother's Day from 2009-05-11T15:20

Published May 11, 2008 MAILBOX: Lisa reads an email from Mark Winter in Hixson, TN TIP:  "I use my digital camera to help document my findings.  It is also very helpful in copying photographs so I ...

Episode 64: Online Source Citations, GOOGLE Tip, Stephen Danko, Maureen Taylor from 2009-04-26T04:53

April 26, 2009 Get a free copy of my e-book 5 Fabulous Google Strategies for the Family Historian as a thankyou for NEWS:  Lisa discusses 9 newspaper databases being launched by Genealogy Bank  MA...

Episode 63 History Detectives: A Conversation with Tukufu Zuberi from 2009-04-12T05:56

Published April 12, 2009 SHOW NOTES Family History: Genealogy Made Easy podcast The Genealogical Proof Standard is a tool that the pros use and I really want to encourage all researchers professio...

Episode 62: Let's Go Genealogical Channel Surfing! from 2009-03-28T04:10

March 28, 2008 . The show is all about making improvements and changes in your life and I got a chance to share what genealogy has meant in my life and how it can be a positive journey for everyone...

Episode 61: A Sneak Peek at GenSeek, Part 2 of Interview with Darby Hinton, and more... from 2009-03-14T21:35

Published March 14, 2009 I am just back from attending the Family History Expo in St. George Utah.  And once again my Google classes were packed!  In fact I got word that both my Google: A Goldmine...

Episode 60: Interview with Darby Hinton of the TV series Daniel Boone&new history TV show from 2009-03-02T19:49

Published March 2, 2009 In this 60th episode we celebrate the two year birthday of the Genealogy Gems Podcast.  And Lisa's very special guest is Darby Hinton who played the son of Daniel Boone on t...

Episode 59: Focus on Genealogy Education from 2009-02-15T19:41

Published Feb 15, 2008 Family Reunions I'd love to hear from you if you've held a family reunion.  What kinds of activities did you plan, and what kinds of things did you wish you had thought of ba...

Episode 58 - Exciting New Records, Income Tax History,&Family History Valentines from 2009-01-31T23:41

Published Jan 31, 2009 #1  Diane Haddad's Family Tree Magazine The latest edition of the Carnival of Irish Heritage & Culture has been published over at Small-leaved Shamrock   The next edition of...

Episode 57 - Genealogy Jamboree, Photo Care with the Practical Archivist from 2009-01-11T08:30

GEM: Profile America  Jan 12 Frisbees     GEM: Profile America Jan 13 Fuller Brush  GEM:  Interview with Sally Jacobs, The Practical Archivist PHOTO Family History: Genealogy Made Easy podcastBe su...

Episode 56 - The 2009 Genealogy Gems Christmas Podcast from 2008-12-14T04:31

Published Dec 13, 2008 GEM: Name That Tune I'll See You In My Dreams was a big hit for Cliff Edwards who also performed it on the ukuele.  In fact he was known as "Uulele Ike." If you think you kno...

Episode 55 - Census Records You've Probably Never Used But Should with Curt Witcher from 2008-12-01T06:42

Published Dec 1, 2008 Welcome all the NEW listeners who discovered the show at the Family History Expo in Mesa, AZ.  We're so glad you"re on board!  Watch this video to learn how to use the free iT...

Episode 54 - A Riveting Story of DNA&Genealogy, And Family Traditions To Start Now from 2008-11-02T22:25

Published Nov 2, 2008 I am very happy to announce that  I just launched my brand new podcast called .   The new show really captures two areas of focus that are really sort of outside the focus of ...

Episode 53 - Virginia Halloween History, World Vital RecordsTips, Name That Tune! from 2008-10-20T06:36

Published Oct 20, 2008   Lisa with her prized pumpkin   by WHRO FM radio:  Stories based on ghostly legends and lore of Hampton Roads, Virginia.  Thanks to my friend Michelle Gabriele-Harrell pro...

Episode 52 - Heading Over The Pond: Unique records you can use. from 2008-10-06T17:37

Published Oct 6, 2008 "And this year I hit the jackpot when I was able to track down one of his long lost cousins who had a treasure trove of family history tucked away in the rafters of her garage...

Episode 51 - FGS Interview, Census Abbreviations, Mac Help, Genealogy Sayings from 2008-09-22T17:08

Published Sept 22, 2008 about my trip to FGS.    Sign up for the I enjoyed hanging out at the booth in the Exhibit Hall with editor Allison Stacy and Managing Editor Diane Haddad.  While you'r...

Episode 50 - Family History Daydreaming, Interview with Tim Russell of Prairie Home Companion and Handwriting from 2008-08-15T20:37

Published Aug 15, 2008 Welcome to the 50th Episode of the Genealogy Gems Podcast! The Louise Carousel - GEM:  Profile America August 16, 1862  Birthdate of Amos Alonzo Stagg GEM:  A Little DayDre...

Episode 49 - Interview with America's Sweethear Kathy Lennon Part 2, Train Robbery History, and Contests from 2008-07-13T00:06

Published June 12, 2008 Episode 49 SHOW NOTES Coming in August:  Want to know what it was like to work with Meryl Streep, Woody Harrelson, John C. Reilly, and one of my favorites Lily Tomlin?  Then...

BONUS Episode: 4th of July Celebration from 2008-06-28T23:35

July 4, 2008 EPISODE SHOW NOTES: This special episode of the Genealogy Gems Podcast is dedicated to the men and women serving in the U.S. military Patrick Henry's speech performerd by Harry E. Hum...

Episode 48 - Exclusive Interview with Kathy Lennon, Contest Winner, Newsletter update from 2008-06-14T17:24

Published June 14, 2008 GEM: Another look at the Handwriting of Our Ancestors Melissa Roberge's great grandfather Robert W Hicks GEM: An Interview with Kathy Lennon Listen to Part One of my e...

Episode 47 - Winner announcement, handwriting analysis, great website and more! from 2008-05-15T18:25

Published May 15, 2008 The Free Monthly Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 47 SHOW NOTES... "Great aunt Polly" is at the top of page The University of Wisconsin / The nineteen hundred and eight badger...

Episode 46 - A Listener's Leatherhead, Handwriting Analysis,&GG Premium Launch from 2008-04-17T02:25

Published Apr 16, 2008 Episode 46  : To quote their email "The Generations Network, Inc. is encouraging consumers to validate and verify the legitimacy of a website before providing credit card inf...

Episode 45 - Prison stories&research, Google customization,&Free British Records from 2008-04-01T03:22

Published Mar 31, 2008 Episode 45 SHOW NOTES MAILBOX:  Email from Linda Kvist in Sweden that includes a fun story about an immigrant who didn"t immigrate: "They were somewhat surprised that my fat...

Episode 44 - Canadian Border Crossings, U.S. Census Bureau, Godfrey Library,&Digital Preservation from 2008-03-14T20:18

Published Mar 14, 2008 Sign up for the free  where you'll also find out what's coming up on future episodes and get announcements first.  My Own Grandpa Video:                                    ...

Episode 43 - Genealogy at Borders,&New U.S. Census History Site from 2008-03-01T05:27

Published Mar 1, 2008 Thank you to Genealogy columnist Kimberly Powell of About.com  for listing the Genealogy Gems Podcast in her recent column called . The newest addition to the Cooke household...

Episode 42 - Family Tree Magazine, Genline, and another great Venice song from 2008-02-21T21:07

Published Feb 21, 2008 Episode 42 SHOW NOTES of Genealogy Gems on her Feb. 12, 2008 episode.  And Dear old Myrt also listed of the Genealogy Gems podcast in her weekly Best of the column under P...

Episode 41 - Valentines Day Special from 2008-02-13T17:07

Published Feb 13, 2008 Episode 41  SHOW NOTES  A table full of listeners joined me at the Friday night banquet.  Jack Duffy and his daughter Anna Marie, Mark Baldwin, and Sue  and Albert Sevy all j...

Episode 40 - A little fun, my inheritance,&quilt care and display from 2008-01-30T21:57

Published Jan 30, 2008 PODCAST SHOW NOTES The Genealogy Gems News Blog: And be sure and vote on the new poll question:  Thanks to the     and   for their recent acknowledgements of The Socks To A...

Episode 39 - Heritage Quilts, History Podcasts, Mail&More from 2008-01-20T23:15

Published Jan 20, 2008 SHOW NOTES   If you are new to the podcast, be sure that you go back to the new Genealogy Gems subscription listing that you created in your podcast directory and click that ...

Episode 38 - A special 1 hour episode including an interview with Venice from 2008-01-06T22:33

    Published Jan 6, 2008 We had a wonderful Christmas and New Years and my wish for you is that you and your family are happy and healthy.  Sequence and Dutch Blitz:It's is a fast-paced card game ...

Episode 37 - SHOW NOTES - Double The Search! And How Our Ancestor's Made A Difference. from 2007-12-19T23:25

Published Dec 19, 2007 THE MAILBOX:  Follow up to & the Passport Database at Ancestry...Will Haskell told us about his grandfather, Merrill Haskell, traveled to Russia in 1919 in his work as a pub...

Episode 36 - Passport Lessons and Family History&Sound Recordings from 2007-12-10T06:03

Published Dec 10, 2007 SHOW NOTES Exclusive Kodak Gallery Discount: 20% OFF Photo books, Calendars & Cards through Dec. 11, 2007!  Go to the for more information and to find the link to Kodak Gall...

Episode 35 - Through The Looking Glass from 2007-12-01T01:59

Published Nov 30, 2007 Episode 35 Show Notes    . Check out the genealogy quizzes at   YAHOOOOO - there's a genealogy gal on the Genealogy Gems Listener page!  Beth Green answered my call on Episo...

Episode 34 - A Thanksgiving Celebration,&more... from 2007-11-18T21:38

Published Nov 18, 2007 EPISODE 34 SHOW NOTES: New videos for you at the Genealogy Gems website: Genealogy for the next generation: Getting started documents for "" & "" by Venice. A very moving ...

Episode 33 - Census, Blogs, Silhouettes, Gadgets, oh my! from 2007-11-11T18:58

Published Nov 11, 2007 Episode 33 Show Notes The New Newsletter: iGoogle: Update: iGoogle has been discontinued Upcoming Conference Appearance: FamilySearch and My Ancestors Found have just annou...

Episode 32 - Listener Mailbox and Invite Your Ancestors to Christmas! from 2007-11-04T19:57

Published Nov 4, 2007 Episode 32 Show Notes Listener Mailbox, and Invite Your Ancestors to Christmas!  The Mailbox:  Email From Dave Green: "Attached (is) a find on ebay. I hadn't thought to look...

Episode 31 - Free Access to Historic Media&Next Generation Genealogy from 2007-10-28T16:57

Published Oct 28, 2007 EPISODE 31 SHOW NOTES Genealogy Gems: Ultimate Research Strategies. The book has been discontinued . A special little .  Update: iGoogle has been discontinued. The website is...

Episode 30 - Ali Selim Director of the Movie Sweet Land from 2007-10-22T03:06

SHOW NOTES for Episode 30 Published October 21, 2007  Website News:  New this week you will find a search box on the left side of the under the navigation menu.  I hope that you will use it and fi...

Genealogy Gems Videocast: Sweet Land from 2007-10-13T00:05

Video Cast: An interview with the award-winning director of the film Sweet Land, Ali Selim.   Sweet Land is a story about family history, focusing on Norwegian immigrants in Minnesota circa 1920. ...

Episode 29 - Genealogy and DNA from 2007-10-07T16:22

Published Oct 7, 2007 Episode 29 SHOW NOTES GEM: I had the opportunity to talk with Anna Swayne of the Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation recently.  Listen as we walk through this emerging ar...

Episode 28 - Genealogy Cold Calling, Sweet Land from 2007-10-02T06:17

Published Oct 2, 2007 Episode 28 Show Notes The first Genealogy Gems videocast was published last week:   Also available in the Genealogy Gems app.  Subscribe to the FREE Genealogy Gems Podcast ! N...

Sock It To Your iPod! from 2007-09-25T21:35

The First Genealogy Gems Videocast: The Socks to America.(click POD icon at left or the mp4 file at end of this posting to view.Please allow a few extra moments video file to load) This is the doc...

Episode 27 - Interview with DearMYRTLE from 2007-09-22T22:34

Published Sept 22, 2007 EPISODE 27 SHOW NOTES MAILBOX RE: WorldVitalRecords - is now part of RE: Judy's email chose "The Socks to America" as their homepage video last weekend.   Burning podcast ...

Episode 26 - Organizing Your Internet Favorite Bookmarks from 2007-09-10T20:24

Published Sept 10, 2007 EPISODE 26 SHOW NOTES I'll be at the Northern Utah Genealogy Jamboree in Ogden this Saturday September 15, 2007.  (Listen to Episode 25) Gem:  Organizing Your Internet Favor...

Episode 25 - German History Videos, Newspapers from 2007-09-05T00:28

Published Sept 4, 2007 Book Announcement:  Genealogy Gems: Ultimate Research Strategies from Season One of the Genealogy Gems Podcast is out of print. Please visit the for current book titles.  N...

Episode 24 - A Tour of Genealogy Gems TV from 2007-08-27T00:20

SHOW NOTES Episode 24  Published August 26, 2007 The National Archives and Records Administration has taken the leap and raised their record reproduction fees.  The don't become effective until Oc...

Episode 23 - Home Movie Hunt and Brick Walls from 2007-08-19T21:24

Published August 19, 2007 Episode 23 SHOW NOTES The Mailbox: According to alert listener Richard, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests can receive acknowledgement letters from the US Dept. of...

Episode 22 - Turn Your Video iPod into a Family History Tool from 2007-08-12T23:03

Published August 12, 2007 THE MAILBOX "I also wanted to share a couple of photographs with you, she says.  During your third episode, you talked about creative ways to display your family history t...

Episode 21 - FOIA Follow Up, Full of Life, Thanks for the Memories from 2007-08-05T22:47

  SHOW NOTES   Published August 5, 2007 Lisa's Movie Pick:  Full of Life (1957).  It's a really heartwarming movie about immigrants and their American born children that you can watch comfortably w...

Episode 19 - A Long Look Sideways, Finding German Towns from 2007-07-15T22:58

SHOW NOTES Published July 15, 2007 GEM:  A Long Look Sideways Have you ever heard the piece of genealogical advice that says if you get stuck with your own ancestor, look sideways  - at their sibl...

Episode 18 - Please refer to episode 206 from 2007-07-08T19:54

This episode has been remastered and can now be heard in episode 206.

Episode 17 - No longer available from 2007-06-24T19:30

This episode is no longer available.

Episode 15 from 2007-06-10T22:26

 This episode is out dated and no longer available.

Episode 11 - Pictures from the Past, Mother's Day Project (Refer to episode 194) from 2007-05-06T17:34

Episode 11 has been remastered and can now be heard in episode 194.

Genealogy Gems Episode 09 - No longer available from 2007-04-22T17:58

This episode is outdated and no longer available. 

Genealogy Gems Podcast Episode 05 (Refer to Episode 145) from 2007-03-25T18:11

Episode 5 has been remastered and can now be heard in episode 145

Frequently Asked Questions from 2007-03-14T21:34

What is a podcast? Podcasting, a word combining a reference to Apple's "iPod" and "broadcasting", is a method of publishing audio files to the Internet, and allowing folks like you to subscribe (us...

Genealogy Gems Podcast - 03 (Refer to Episode 140) from 2007-03-11T21:04

Episode 3 has been remastered and can now be heard in episode 140.

Genealogy Gems Podcast 02 (Refer to Episode 134) from 2007-03-05T05:12

Episode 2 has been remastered and can be heard in episode 134