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Three Wars: Tips on Finding POW Records Premium

Get genealogy tips for searching for ancestors held as prisoners of war. The American Revolution, the War of 1812 and WWII are featured as examples.

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Mastering ChatGPT for Genealogy – An Interview with Steve Little

In this episode, Steve Little of the National Genealogical Society chats with Andrew Koch about AI tools like ChatGPT and how to use them for genealogy research.

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Our Ancestors’ Psychology: An Interview with Author Helen Parker-Drabble: Episode 152

In this episode of the Family Tree Podcast, Lisa interviews author Helen Parker-Drabble about how so-called "modern" mental health problems like anxiety or depression shaped the lives of our ancestors, and how understanding their experiences can benefit future generations. Plus, our DNA expert is back and we chat with Devon Lee of the YouTube channel Family History Fanatics.

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RootsTech Goes Virtual – An Interview with Jen Allen on RootsTech Connect: Episode 146

The biggest genealogy event of the year has gone virtual! Lisa talks with RootsTech’s Jen Allen to see what participants can expect from RootsTech Connect. Plus, our DNA expert sheds some light on re-testing, and we get an inside look at the Freedmen’s Bureau records available on FamilySearch. Ep. #146: February 2021 Back to the […]

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Free Genealogy Resources and Money-Saving Tips: Episode 145

In this episode, we're bringing you some of our favorite free genealogy resources and money-saving tips so you can start your year off strong (without breaking the bank).

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20 Timeless Genealogy Research Tips

Technology changes, but these research strategies remain the same. Our editors share sound genealogy advice from 20 years of Family Tree Magazine.

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How to Handle Difficult or Uncomfortable Facts When Writing Family History: Episode 144

Lisa interviews author Annette Gendler about how to address difficult or uncomfortable information when writing your family's history. Plus, tips from our DNA expert on how to persuade relatives to take a DNA test, as well as a closer look at the genealogy resources available at the State Library of Pennsylvania.

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Genealogy Q&A: Researching Birth Records Premium

Have tough questions about birth records? From restricted access to researching "illegitimate" ancestors to recording births at sea, our genealogy records experts have the answers!

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