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    The Family Tree Magazine Genealogy Podcasts

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    Subscribe to our monthly genealogy podcast or click on the descriptions below to follow along as we talk all things family history. 

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    The Untold Story of Ellis Island’s Immigrant Hospital

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    Uncovering the stories of the patients, doctors and nurses of Ellis Island's immigrant hospital.

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    Skeletons in the Closet: Researching Ancestral Scandals

    By: Sunny McClellan Morton

    A scandal can liven up your family history, but how do you get the dirt without rattling your relatives? Learn how to bring old family secrets to light and the records that commonly contain details of ancestral mistakes, mishaps and misdeeds.

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    Prevent the Spread of These Common Genealogy Errors

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    No one's research is immune to bad dates, faulty facts and even downright lies. Learn how to diagnose—and cure—five common genealogical ills.

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    Use these websites to help you locate and research your African American ancestors.

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    It's time to take a walk in your ancestors' shoes — and you can, with these history writers' secrets for researching bygone days.

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    Don't limit your family history search to people: Get a research edge by following these seven steps for studying ancestral places.

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    Leap over the hurdles of tracing your Polish roots—our five-step guide will get you started.

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    You've found the record you're desperate for–too bad the old handwriting looks like chicken scratch. Here's your ticket to deciphering difficult documents.

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    How to Research Your Colonial US Ancestors

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