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Episode #32 - Reclaiming History: Tracing African Lineages through Genetic Genealogy
Jun 16, 2026
38m 22s
Episode #31 - What is Mitochondrial DNA? | mtDNA Q&A | Ask a Genealogist
May 20, 2026
18m 07s
Episode #30: How to Preserve Family Heirlooms & Artifacts – A Complete Guide to Protecting Your Family History
Mar 3, 2026
1h 00m 24s
Episode #29 - Genealogy and AI: Knowledge is Power with Lisa Louise Cooke
Jan 21, 2026
45m 39s
Episode #28: The Secrets in My DNA - with Richard Hill from DNA Favorites
Jan 8, 2026
57m 10s
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| 6/16/26 | ![]() Episode #32 - Reclaiming History: Tracing African Lineages through Genetic Genealogy | In honor of Juneteenth, we are diving deep into the profound world of genetic genealogy. For many people of African descent, traditional paper-trail research hits a roadblock known as the "1870 wall." In this episode, we explore how groundbreaking DNA testing is tearing down that wall and providing a reliable space for people to reclaim their roots and family histories. We are joined by two incredible industry pioneers: Adrienne Abiodun, an advanced researcher at Legacy Tree Genealogists, and Dr. Gina Paige, the co-founder of African Ancestry, Inc. Together, they break down the science, the emotional weight, and the life-changing impact of finding out exactly where you come from. 🎧 What We Discuss in This Episode: The Significance of Juneteenth: Why honoring this holiday goes hand-in-hand with reclaiming your personal and familial history. Breaking Through the Wall: How genetic genealogy bridges the massive gaps left by historical archives and the transatlantic slave trade. The Tech Behind the Truth: A look into how specialized DNA testing (like maternal and paternal lineage tracing) differs from standard ancestry percentages. The Emotional Journey: The powerful, often healing impact of discovering specific ethnic groups and countries of origin. 🔗 Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about maternal and paternal lineage tracing at African Ancestry Connect with professional researchers at Legacy Tree Genealogists Follow our guests on social media: https://www.instagram.com/africanancestry/ | 38m 22s | ||||||
| 5/20/26 | ![]() Episode #31 - What is Mitochondrial DNA? | mtDNA Q&A | Ask a Genealogist | Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) Explained: Tracing Your Maternal Line, Haplogroups & “Mitochondrial Eve” In this episode of the Legacy Tree Podcast, the team at Legacy Tree Genealogists features their expert DNA researcher Caleb Anderson to explain mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) and how it can trace a direct maternal line back thousands of years. Caleb breaks down how mtDNA differs from autosomal DNA, Y-DNA, X-DNA, what mtDNA can (and can’t) reveal about traits, and why it changes so little across generations. The conversation covers haplogroups as an “address” on humanity’s mtDNA family tree, the concept of “mitochondrial Eve,” and the strengths and limitations of using mtDNA for ancestry research and match lists. They discuss practical strategies for breaking maternal-line brick walls, accuracy and relationship limits, testing options, and why FamilyTreeDNA is best for dedicated mtDNA testing, with notes on unknown parentage cases. | 18m 07s | ||||||
| 3/3/26 | ![]() Episode #30: How to Preserve Family Heirlooms & Artifacts – A Complete Guide to Protecting Your Family History | In today’s episode, “Heirloom Preservation: Capturing Legacy Beyond Objects,” we’re joined by Luke of MemoirGhostwriting.com, a specialist in memoir ghostwriting, alongside Heather Nickerson, Founder and CEO of Artifcts.com. Together, they explore how families can preserve legacy in deeply meaningful ways — from transforming life stories into memoirs to documenting the history and significance of cherished belongings. This conversation reveals how heirloom preservation goes far beyond physical items, connecting memory, storytelling, and identity across generations. | 1h 00m 24s | ||||||
| 1/21/26 | ![]() Episode #29 - Genealogy and AI: Knowledge is Power with Lisa Louise Cooke | Episode Summary: Is AI a genealogy best friend or a "hallucinating" hazard? This week, we explore how AI tools are helping professional researchers and hobbyists alike process data at lightning speed. From transcribing messy records to identifying migration patterns that used to take weeks to uncover, Lisa and Kristin share their "boots on the ground" experience with the latest technology. Key Topics Discussed: The AI Revolution: Why the jump from 2023 to 2025 felt like 100 miles per hour. Tool Talk: A comparison of ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Claude, and Grok. Prompting Skills: The importance of "Role Play" (e.g., "Act as a professional genealogist with 40 years of experience") and why clear expectations yield better data. NotebookLM: Using Google’s new tool to interact with your own PDFs and research books. Ethics & Privacy: Why you should never assume privacy when chatting with an AI and how to disclose AI use in your final reports. Guest Resources: Genealogy Gems Website: lisalouisecooke.com YouTube: @GenealogyGems Facebook: Genealogy Gems Instagram: @genealogygemspodcast Connect with Legacy Tree: Visit us at legacytree.com to learn how we can help you discover your family’s legacy. | 45m 39s | ||||||
| 1/8/26 | ![]() Episode #28: The Secrets in My DNA - with Richard Hill from DNA Favorites | In this episode of The Legacy Tree Podcast, we’re joined by Richard Hill from DNA Favorites, who sits down with Sarah, an advanced researcher on Legacy Tree Genealogists’ DNA team, to explore the powerful — and sometimes unexpected — stories hidden in our DNA. Together, Richard and Sarah discuss Richard’s personal DNA journey and the discoveries that reshaped how he understands his own family history. They talk through what DNA can reveal beyond names and dates, how genetic genealogy can open new paths when traditional records fall short, and why DNA discoveries often carry deep emotional weight alongside the answers. This conversation isn’t about formulas or test comparisons — it’s about identity, connection, and the truths that can emerge when DNA fills in the gaps of the past. Learn more about Richard Hill and his work:👉 https://linktr.ee/RichardHill Explore professional genealogy research with Legacy Tree Genealogists:👉 https://legacytree.com | 57m 10s | ||||||
| 10/30/24 | ![]() Episode #27: DNA Doesn't Lie: How to Accurately Interpret DNA Test Results | When you get your DNA test results, there's a good chance your DNA matches aren't as straight-forward as you had hoped, and there's a lot of room for misinterpretation. In this week's episode we share helpful things to consider as you begin your journey into the world of genetic genealogy! Resources: How to Determine Genetically Equivalent Relationships DNA Painter Shared cM Project Learn more about pedigree collapse or endogamy Do you need help with your genealogy research or interpreting your DNA Test Results? The experts at Legacy Tree Genealogists are here to help. Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 8m 11s | ||||||
| 10/24/24 | ![]() Episode #26: From Spit the Screen: The Journey of a DNA Sample | Have you gotten your DNA tested? Have you ever wondered what happens after your saliva or cheek swab sample is shipped off to a testing company until the day you get your results? Wonder no longer. In this week's episode we cover the five steps of DNA genetic genealogy testing so you have complete visibility into the process. Prepare for the insider view. If you like to read along, you can visit https://www.legacytree.com/blog/from-spit-to-screen-the-journey-of-a-dna-sample for the full transcript of this episode. Do you need help with your genealogy research? The experts at Legacy Tree Genealogists are here to help. Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 14m 40s | ||||||
| 10/2/24 | ![]() Episode #25: 9 Tips for Interviewing Family Members | Story telling is a way to pass on memories and preserve these for generations to come. When your relatives and ancestors tell stories, they are sharing a piece of themselves and their history. Are you ready to capture these stories? In this week's episode we share 9 tips for interviewing family members to ensure you don't miss out on that priceless retelling of a classic family experience. In honor of Family History Month, celebrate by joining The Family History Month Challenge. Get your challenge roadmap here. Do you need help with your genealogy research? The experts at Legacy Tree Genealogists are here to help. Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 6m 48s | ||||||
| 9/25/24 | ![]() Episode #24: How to Use Newspapers in Your Genealogy Research | Newspapers hold a treasure trove of information on your family history! Not only can you find obituaries, but you can often find birth, marriage, and divorce notices; passenger lists; arrests and information on crimes; war heroes and casualties; tragedies and triumphs; historical context, and more. In this week's episode we discover the hidden treasures to be discovered within newspapers. Resources for newspaper research: Wikipedia List of Online Newspapers (international) Library of Congress Chronicling America Google Search for Newspapers GenealogyBank Newspapers.com Newspaperarchive.com LTG Google Search Newspaper Cheat Sheet Do you need help with your genealogy research? The experts at Legacy Tree Genealogists are here to help. Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 6m 10s | ||||||
| 9/18/24 | ![]() Episode #23: 5 Keys to Finding Scottish Ancestors | Do you have Scottish ancestors? We sat down to learn more about finding Scottish ancestors with one of our professional genealogists, Jamie Kay. In this episode, we share 5 keys to finding Scottish ancestors. Resources and Websites for Scottish Research: Scotland's People FamilySearch FindMyPast Ancestry If you have Scottish ancestors you need help finding, Legacy Tree Genealogists are here to assist. Reach out for a free quote for your specific project. Learn more at https://www.legacytree.com/. | 6m 39s | ||||||
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| 9/11/24 | ![]() Episode #22: Nita's Story - An Adoptee's Journey to Find Biological Roots in Puerto Rico | Finding biological parents is one of the most challenging, and rewards projects we get to work on at Legacy Tree Genealogists. In this week's episode, we hear from a Legacy Tree client as she shares her story about searching for her family in Puerto Rico. Listen in to see how her story took a few turns along to way but ended with her fully discovering her past. If you have biological family members you need help finding, Legacy Tree Genealogists are here to assist. Reach out for a free quote for your specific project. Learn more at https://www.legacytree.com/. | 5m 52s | ||||||
| 9/4/24 | ![]() Episode #21: National Hispanic Heritage Month - 4 Tips for finding ancestors in Mexico | As genealogists, finding ancestors is a daily practice in joy, gratitude, and patience. The month of September in the United States is National Hispanic Heritage Month and in this week's episode we share four pro-tips to help you find your Mexican ancestors and accurately fill in your family tree. If you are ready to learn more about finding your ancestors in Mexico, or other countries around the world, Legacy Tree Genealogists and our team of researchers are here to assist you in that journey. Request your free quote today! Visit Legacy Tree Genealogists to learn more about hiring a professional genealogy researcher. | 5m 55s | ||||||
| 8/28/24 | ![]() Episode #20: The Tale of a Japanese Immigrant | What untold immigration stories are waiting to be discovered in your family history? In today's episode we share the story of Japanese immigrant, Seito Saibara, and his impact on the Texas landscape. The history of America is an interlacing web of immigration stories from all over the world, many still untold. Every pioneer, either celebrated in life or silent to the grave, has a story worth telling—you just need to know how to go about telling it! Enjoy Seito's story of perseverance, economic opportunity, and determination. It just might remind you of a story from your own family tree. How did your ancestor contribute to the development of their community? Let Legacy Tree Genealogists and our team of researchers develop that story. No story is too small, and all ancestors mattered. Request your free quote today! Visit Legacy Tree Genealogists to learn more about hiring a professional genealogy researcher. | 8m 41s | ||||||
| 8/21/24 | ![]() Episode #19: "Does My Family Have a Coat of Arms?" | We get asked this question often and the answer is a bit more complicated than a simple yes or no. In this week's podcast we explain what a coat of arms is, and share eight tips for your heraldic research for your coat of arms. For more information, see: England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand Court of the Lord Lyon (Scotland) Republic of Ireland France U.S. Heraldic Registry Arthur Charles Fox-Davies, A Complete Guide to Heraldry (1909) Need help finding a coat of arms in your ancestry? The experts at Legacy Tree Genealogists are here to help. Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 6m 28s | ||||||
| 8/14/24 | ![]() Episode #18: Solving a Military Mystery - Searching for WWII Servicemen | If you have ancestors who served in WWII, you might have found yourself at a loss due to a fire in the 1970's that destroyed 80% of records. But with creativity you may be able to discover more information than you thought possible. In this weeks episode we share a story that started with a photograph and ended with gathering enough information to file a Form 180 (Request Pertaining to Military Records). Listen for tips that may help you in finding your military ancestors. Do you have your own family mysteries to discover and need some help? The experts at Legacy Tree Genealogists are here to help. Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 5m 38s | ||||||
| 8/7/24 | ![]() Episode #17: Secrets of Murder: Uncovering a Family History Mystery | Have you ever found out something shocking about your family? Something that was kept secret for decades? In this weeks episode we share a story of murder and intrigue discovered in the history one of our own researchers family trees. And you won't believe the plot twist. Do you have your own family mysteries to discover and need some help? The experts at Legacy Tree Genealogists are here to help. Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 6m 05s | ||||||
| 7/31/24 | ![]() Episode #16: How to Hire and Work with a Professional Genealogist | Have you ever needed a professional genealogist to help you with your family history research? Or do you wonder what it would be like to work with a professional? How do you choose a professional genealogist and what certifications and experience should they have? In this episode we discuss how to hire a genealogist as well as what to expect when working with a professional. We cover the different types of accreditations and what your role is in providing information about your family to the researcher. If you need help with your research, the experts at Legacy Tree Genealogists are here to help. Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 7m 27s | ||||||
| 7/24/24 | ![]() Episode #15: Beginner's Guide to Tracing British Ancestry | Are you part of the large group of Americans who trace their ancestry across the pond? In this episode we help you understand the geography of the area and key records and sources to help search on your mission to discover your English ancestors. Resources: Free BMD FamilySearch MyHeritage FindMyPast Ancestry If you have English ancestors and need help gathering documentation and vital records, the experts at Legacy Tree Genealogists are here to help. Want to learn more about hiring a professional genealogist to assist with your family history research? Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 9m 58s | ||||||
| 7/17/24 | ![]() Episode #14: Genealogy Research for Irish Dual Citizenship | Are you wondering how or if you qualify for Irish dual citizenship? Have you received your DNA test ethnicity results and verified you have a little or quite a bit of Irish ancestry? Or perhaps you are one generation removed from gaining Irish citizenship through descent—in other words, through one of your ancestors? While Legacy Tree Genealogists cannot assist with the legal aspects of applying for dual citizenship, and we recommend you contact an attorney or consulate for your application, we are able to help you gather the vital records for your ancestors to help you prepare to apply. Resources in this episode: Ireland's Department of Foreign Affairs Ireland's Citizen Information If you have Irish ancestors and need help gathering documentation and vital records, the experts at Legacy Tree Genealogists are here to help. Want to learn more about hiring a professional genealogist to assist with your family history research? Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 6m 05s | ||||||
| 7/10/24 | ![]() Episode #13: How to Use AncestryDNA ThruLines® | ThruLines is an AncestryDNA technology that utilizes your DNA matches and the trees of those matches to identify your common ancestors. It will give you hints to help you connect to cousins and relatives in other trees through a common ancestor. In this episode we explore the best practices when using ThruLines and some things to be cautious about to avoid adding members to your tree who are not actually related to you. AncestryDNA ThruLines If you are searching for ancestors using DNA and have hit a brick wall in your research, the experts at Legacy Tree Genealogists are here to help. Want to learn more about hiring a professional genealogist to assist with your family history research? Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 4m 57s | ||||||
| 7/3/24 | ![]() Episode #12: Key Resources and Tips for Polish Genealogy Research | Genealogy research in Poland can be challenging and rewarding when you know where to search for Polish records. In this episode we share online record portals that can help to speed up your Polish genealogy efforts. We also discuss the 100 year privacy rule and share a few tips on finding Polish ancestors prior to the 1600s. Resources: Search the Archives Geneteka Polish State Archive of Przemyśl FamilySearch If you have Polish ancestors and have hit a brick wall in your research, the experts at Legacy Tree Genealogists are here to help. Want to learn more about hiring a professional genealogist to assist with your family history research? Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 5m 11s | ||||||
| 6/26/24 | ![]() Episode 11: A Genealogy Guide to Dutch Surnames | Do you have family from the Netherlands? Have you ever been baffled by the surnames and tried to make sense of why some family members have different surnames? Or why there might be so many common surnames in a specific village or community? And how did Napolean impact the surnames for Dutch ancestors? In this weeks episode we cover all of this and more. A few surname tips to have on hand during your research: The -sen suffix could also be shortened to sz, z, se, and x (e.g., Dirks, Dirkse, Dirkx, etc.). Likewise, a woman would be called Dirksdochter, meaning daughter of Dirk, but could also use the abbreviated suffixes d, dr, s, se, sen, sens, and x (e.g., Dirks, Dirkse, Dirksdr, etc.). Dutch surnames based on locations usually include prefixes like de (the), van (from), van de, van der, van den (from the), or te, ter, ten (on). If you have Dutch ancestors and have hit a brick wall in your research, the experts at Legacy Tree Genealogists are here to help. Want to learn more about hiring a professional genealogist to assist with your family history research? Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 7m 08s | ||||||
| 6/19/24 | ![]() Episode 10: All About Immigration and 4 Tips to Finding Immigrant Ancestors | Immigration has once again become a hot topic in the United States lately, but this isn’t the first time. In fact, it has been a common part of the historical and political discourse since the founding of the nation, largely because immigrants make up such an enormous part of our history and heritage as Americans. In this episode we share four tips and strategies you can use to find your immigrant ancestors, no matter what country they came from. Resources: Immigrant Ancestors Project http://immigrants.byu.edu/main_page MyHeritage.com Ancestry.com Google Books Want to learn more about hiring a professional genealogist to assist with your family history research? Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 9m 27s | ||||||
| 6/12/24 | ![]() Episode 9: 3 Essential Website for German Family History Research | Finding family in Germany can be challenging, as you need to first find the specific town or city where your family lived, and also usually the parish they attended. To help you with this goal, in this episode we share the three essential websites you can access from home to help with your German research. 1. Meyers or Meyer's Gazetteer of the German Empires: MeyersGaz.org 2. Kartenmeister 3. Gov Geschichtliche Ortsverzeichnis (Historic Gazetter) Listen to this episode to get more information about what you will find on each website and how best to use these resources. Want to learn more about hiring a professional genealogist to assist with your family history research? Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 6m 47s | ||||||
| 6/5/24 | ![]() Episode 8: What are the Best Family Tree Websites and How to Format Your Data | When you are new to genealogy, knowing which family tree website to use can be a challenge. In this episode we share tips on choosing your platform and what to watch out for. We also share how to properly format your data for sharing and ease of use. Finally, we answer the question, "When should you hire a professional genealogist?" Want to learn more about hiring a professional genealogist to assist with your family history research? Contact Legacy Tree Genealogists by visiting https://www.legacytree.com to request a free quote and learn more about what it's like to work with a professional genealogy firm. May your week be full of discoveries. | 6m 03s | ||||||
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