Genealogy Happy Hour

A podcast for anyone interested in genealogy and who wants to learn how to document family history. Join Amy and Penny as we take you through our experiences in family history research.

Episode 115 - The Power of Collateral Lines for Genealogy Success

Discussion of how research of collateral relatives can lead to breaking through brick walls in genealogy research

11-17
25:56

Episode 114 - Little Known Places To Research

Discussion on often overlooked places to search for genealogical documents and do family research.

10-15
25:50

Episode 113 - Treasure Hunting for Genealogy on eBay and Facebook Marketplace

Discussion on using eBay and Facebook Marketplace for genealogical research and to broaden the story of your ancestors.

09-15
26:58

Episode 112 - Unlocking Full Text Search

Discussion on using FamilySearch Labs Full Text Search including how to and research strategies.

08-15
28:14

Episode 111 - Family Reunions Done Right: How to Prep, Pack, and Participate Like a Pro

Discussion about preparing for and performing genealogical research at a family reunion.

07-15
28:18

Episode 110 - Heirloom Histories

Discussion of archiving heirloom objects and using heirloom objects with genealogy research.

06-15
18:26

Episode 108 - Genealogy Software Decoded: Why Your Research Deserves Better Tools

Discussion on various genealogy software programs

04-15
24:00

Episode 107 - Is Your Research Top Of The Charts?

Discussion on use of various genealogical charts in family research.

03-12
24:06

Episode 106 - Census and Sensibility

Discussion on the annotations, abbreviations, and coding used in census records.

02-15
33:47

Episode 105 - The Forgotten Schedules: Uncovering Your Ancestors Stories

Discussion on using U.S. census non-population schedules to break down genealogy brick walls.

01-15
32:30

Episode 104 - AI Meets Genealogy

Discussion on the growing use of artificial intelligence in genealogy and family history research.

12-15
23:29

Episode 103 - Family History Finds: Websites, Gifts, and More!

Discussion of websites, books, and gifts for genealogists and family historians.

11-15
31:14

Episode 102 - Genealogy's Golden Rule: Essential Guidelines for Family Sleuths

Discussion on how to implement The Golden Rule and other rules to live by in genealogical research.

10-15
27:20

Episode 101 - Courtroom Time Traveler

Discussion on use of court records in genealogical research

09-14
27:17

Episode 100 - Fieldwork Findings

Discussion on genealogical research at the Library of Virginia.

08-15
22:52

Episode 99 - Research Trip Roadmap

Discussion on preparations for onsite genealogical research

07-15
26:18

Episode 98 - Stake Your Claim: Genealogy Gold in Homestead Records

Discussion on using homestead records in genealogical research.

06-15
24:42

Episode 97 - A Tale of Money, Crime, and Prison!

A discussion on genealogical research. A newspaper article leads to more information and intrigue in family history.

05-15
22:58

Episode 96 -A Conversation with Maureen Taylor, the Photo Detective

Discussion with Maureen Taylor, the Photo Detective, about using family photographs in genealogical research. Maureen Taylor discusses the secrets she uncovered in an old family photograph.

04-15
29:33

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