Podcasts about Genealogy

Murad Idris, a political theorist in the Woodrow Wilson Department of Politics at the University of Virginia, explores the concept of peace, the term itself and the way that it has been considered and analyzed in western and Islamic political thought. War for Peace: Genealogies of a Violent Ideal in Western and Islamic Thought (Oxford University Press, 2018) traces the concept of peace, and the way it is often insinuated with other words and concepts, over more than 2000 years of political thought. Idris begins with Plato's Laws as one of the early sources to consider the tension that seems to be constant in terms of the pursuit of violence in order to attain peace. War for Peace provides some important framing in thinking about peace, in large measure because the research indicates how rare it is for peace itself to be solitary, it is almost always lassoed to other words and concepts, and functions either as a binary opposition (e.g.: war and peace) or as part of a dyad combination (e.g.: peace and justice). We are urged to think about peace and the valence that is given to the word and the ideal—since the moral and the political understandings of peace are often entangled and part of what Idris is doing in his careful and thoughtful research is to tease out the political concept, apart from the often religious and moral ideal. This rich and complex analysis integrates a broad group of theorists—Plato, al-Farabi, Aquinas, Erasmus, Gentili, Grotius, Ibn Khaldun, Hobbes, Kant, and Sayyid Qutb)—all of whom were examining the role of peace within politics and political thought. And Idris structures these thinkers into chronological and theoretical groupings, to explore the ways in which they were responding to each other, across time, but also to understand how different thinkers were connecting peace to other concepts. War for Peace: Genealogies of a Violent Ideal in Western and Islamic Thought may leave the reader anxious but also enlightened in considering this idea and its perplexing place within the history of political thought. Lilly J. Goren is professor of political science at Carroll University in Waukesha, WI. She is co-editor of the award winning book, Women and the White House: Gender, Popular Culture, and Presidential Politics (University Press of Kentucky, 2012), as well as co-editor of Mad Men and Politics: Nostalgia and the Remaking of Modern America (Bloomsbury Academic, 2015). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Murad Idris, a political theorist in the Woodrow Wilson Department of Politics at the University of Virginia, explores the concept of peace, the term itself and the way that it has been considered and analyzed in western and Islamic political thought. War for Peace: Genealogies of a Violent Ideal in Western and Islamic Thought (Oxford University Press, 2018) traces the concept of peace, and the way it is often insinuated with other words and concepts, over more than 2000 years of political thought. Idris begins with Plato's Laws as one of the early sources to consider the tension that seems to be constant in terms of the pursuit of violence in order to attain peace. War for Peace provides some important framing in thinking about peace, in large measure because the research indicates how rare it is for peace itself to be solitary, it is almost always lassoed to other words and concepts, and functions either as a binary opposition (e.g.: war and peace) or as part of a dyad combination (e.g.: peace and justice). We are urged to think about peace and the valence that is given to the word and the ideal—since the moral and the political understandings of peace are often entangled and part of what Idris is doing in his careful and thoughtful research is to tease out the political concept, apart from the often religious and moral ideal. This rich and complex analysis integrates a broad group of theorists—Plato, al-Farabi, Aquinas, Erasmus, Gentili, Grotius, Ibn Khaldun, Hobbes, Kant, and Sayyid Qutb)—all of whom were examining the role of peace within politics and political thought. And Idris structures these thinkers into chronological and theoretical groupings, to explore the ways in which they were responding to each other, across time, but also to understand how different thinkers were connecting peace to other concepts. War for Peace: Genealogies of a Violent Ideal in Western and Islamic Thought may leave the reader anxious but also enlightened in considering this idea and its perplexing place within the history of political thought. Lilly J. Goren is professor of political science at Carroll University in Waukesha, WI. She is co-editor of the award winning book, Women and the White House: Gender, Popular Culture, and Presidential Politics (University Press of Kentucky, 2012), as well as co-editor of Mad Men and Politics: Nostalgia and the Remaking of Modern America (Bloomsbury Academic, 2015). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/middle-eastern-studies

Murad Idris, a political theorist in the Woodrow Wilson Department of Politics at the University of Virginia, explores the concept of peace, the term itself and the way that it has been considered and analyzed in western and Islamic political thought. War for Peace: Genealogies of a Violent Ideal in Western and Islamic Thought (Oxford University Press, 2018) traces the concept of peace, and the way it is often insinuated with other words and concepts, over more than 2000 years of political thought. Idris begins with Plato's Laws as one of the early sources to consider the tension that seems to be constant in terms of the pursuit of violence in order to attain peace. War for Peace provides some important framing in thinking about peace, in large measure because the research indicates how rare it is for peace itself to be solitary, it is almost always lassoed to other words and concepts, and functions either as a binary opposition (e.g.: war and peace) or as part of a dyad combination (e.g.: peace and justice). We are urged to think about peace and the valence that is given to the word and the ideal—since the moral and the political understandings of peace are often entangled and part of what Idris is doing in his careful and thoughtful research is to tease out the political concept, apart from the often religious and moral ideal. This rich and complex analysis integrates a broad group of theorists—Plato, al-Farabi, Aquinas, Erasmus, Gentili, Grotius, Ibn Khaldun, Hobbes, Kant, and Sayyid Qutb)—all of whom were examining the role of peace within politics and political thought. And Idris structures these thinkers into chronological and theoretical groupings, to explore the ways in which they were responding to each other, across time, but also to understand how different thinkers were connecting peace to other concepts. War for Peace: Genealogies of a Violent Ideal in Western and Islamic Thought may leave the reader anxious but also enlightened in considering this idea and its perplexing place within the history of political thought. Lilly J. Goren is professor of political science at Carroll University in Waukesha, WI. She is co-editor of the award winning book, Women and the White House: Gender, Popular Culture, and Presidential Politics (University Press of Kentucky, 2012), as well as co-editor of Mad Men and Politics: Nostalgia and the Remaking of Modern America (Bloomsbury Academic, 2015). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/european-studies

Murad Idris, a political theorist in the Woodrow Wilson Department of Politics at the University of Virginia, explores the concept of peace, the term itself and the way that it has been considered and analyzed in western and Islamic political thought. War for Peace: Genealogies of a Violent Ideal in Western and Islamic Thought (Oxford University Press, 2018) traces the concept of peace, and the way it is often insinuated with other words and concepts, over more than 2000 years of political thought. Idris begins with Plato's Laws as one of the early sources to consider the tension that seems to be constant in terms of the pursuit of violence in order to attain peace. War for Peace provides some important framing in thinking about peace, in large measure because the research indicates how rare it is for peace itself to be solitary, it is almost always lassoed to other words and concepts, and functions either as a binary opposition (e.g.: war and peace) or as part of a dyad combination (e.g.: peace and justice). We are urged to think about peace and the valence that is given to the word and the ideal—since the moral and the political understandings of peace are often entangled and part of what Idris is doing in his careful and thoughtful research is to tease out the political concept, apart from the often religious and moral ideal. This rich and complex analysis integrates a broad group of theorists—Plato, al-Farabi, Aquinas, Erasmus, Gentili, Grotius, Ibn Khaldun, Hobbes, Kant, and Sayyid Qutb)—all of whom were examining the role of peace within politics and political thought. And Idris structures these thinkers into chronological and theoretical groupings, to explore the ways in which they were responding to each other, across time, but also to understand how different thinkers were connecting peace to other concepts. War for Peace: Genealogies of a Violent Ideal in Western and Islamic Thought may leave the reader anxious but also enlightened in considering this idea and its perplexing place within the history of political thought. Lilly J. Goren is professor of political science at Carroll University in Waukesha, WI. She is co-editor of the award winning book, Women and the White House: Gender, Popular Culture, and Presidential Politics (University Press of Kentucky, 2012), as well as co-editor of Mad Men and Politics: Nostalgia and the Remaking of Modern America (Bloomsbury Academic, 2015).

Interested in your genealogy but unsure where to begin? Come to an informative workshop on Saturday, Aug. 2, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the World Heritage Center, 3106 Roosevelt Ave. in San Antonio. At the workshop — free and open to the public — representatives from the San Antonio Public Library's Texana/Genealogy Department will provide tips and guidance to kick-start your family history research. For more information, visit WorldHeritageSA.com. The World Heritage Center serves as an information gateway for the historic Spanish missions in San Antonio and the Rancho de las Cabras near Floresville.Article Link

Not every ancestor was a pillar of virtue. Some were drunks, swindlers, thieves—or worse. You may have been told stories about them, or maybe you found hints in old letters or whispered rumors passed down through generations. But whether the stories were hushed or never told at all, the paper trail doesn't lie. Court records, prison files, and arrest logs are filled with stories—some tragic, some surprising, and some just plain strange. If you've never looked into the criminal side of your family history, you may be missing a whole dimension of your ancestors' lives. And in many cases, it's the most revealing side of all. Let's talk about how to find those records, how to make sense of them, and why they're worth exploring—even when the truth is uncomfortable... Podcast Note: https://ancestralfindings.com/criminal-records-genealogy/ Ancestral Findings Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast This Week's Free Genealogy Lookups: https://ancestralfindings.com/lookups Genealogy Giveaway: https://ancestralfindings.com/giveaway Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Follow Along: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings https://www.youtube.com/ancestralfindings Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/support https://ancestralfindings.com/paypal  #Genealogy #AncestralFindings #GenealogyClips

Co-hosts Mark Thompson and Steve Little explore Perplexity's groundbreaking Comet browser, which brings AI directly to web pages and can autonomously navigate sites to collect genealogical data.They examine Grok 4's impressive benchmark performance while discussing its limitations for genealogical research and safety concerns.This week's Tip of the Week introduces "context engineering" - the art of providing maximum information to AI tools through examples, documents, and prior conversations for superior results.In RapidFire, they cover Google's Veo 3 photo-to-video tool, Silicon Valley's dramatic Windsurf acquisition battle, and OpenAI's new ChatGPT Agent that can control computers autonomously.Timestamps:In the News:07:47 Perplexity's Comet Browser: AI-Enhanced Research and Web Surfing20:32 Grok 4 Released: Benchmark Success, Real-World ChallengesTip of the Week:27:53 Context Engineering: Maximizing AI Results with Rich InformationRapidFire:36:02  Google Veo 3: Transform Photos into Videos44:19 Windsurf Acquisition Drama: AI Consolidation Begins53:58 ChatGPT Agent: Autonomous Computer Control ArrivesResource LinksOfficial Comet Launch Announcementhttps://www.perplexity.ai/hub/blog/introducing-cometPerplexity launches Comet, an AI-powered web browserhttps://techcrunch.com/2025/07/09/perplexity-launches-comet-an-ai-powered-web-browser/Every: Vibe Check: Grok 4 Aced Its Exams. The Real World Is a Different Storyhttps://every.to/vibe-check/vibe-check-grok-4-aced-its-exams-the-real-world-is-a-different-storyLM Arena Leaderboardhttps://lmarena.ai/leaderboardTechCrunch: Google adds image-to-video generation capability to Veo 3https://techcrunch.com/2025/07/10/google-adds-image-to-video-generation-capability-to-veo-3/Windsurf's CEO goes to Google; OpenAI's acquisition falls aparthttps://techcrunch.com/2025/07/11/windsurfs-ceo-goes-to-google-openais-acquisition-falls-apart/Every: Vibe Check: OpenAI Enters the Browser Wars With ChatGPT Agenthttps://every.to/vibe-check/vibe-check-openai-enters-the-browser-wars-with-chatgpt-agentTechCrunch: AWS is launching an AI agent marketplace next week with Anthropic as a partnerhttps://techcrunch.com/2025/07/10/aws-is-launching-an-ai-agent-marketplace-next-week-with-anthropic-as-a-partner/TagsArtificial Intelligence, Genealogy, Family History, AI Browsers, Web Navigation, Perplexity Comet, Grok 4, ChatGPT Agent, Context Engineering, AI Tools, Agentic Browsers, Video Generation, Google Veo 3, Windsurf Acquisition

I remember watching Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs on VHS with my parents when I was very young. That memory is still fresh. The soft hum of the tape rewinding, the old Disney clamshell case with the artwork, and the joy of seeing the dwarfs move across the screen—it all left a mark. This postcard brings that moment rushing back, showing one of the most cheerful and well-loved scenes in the movie: Snow White dancing while the dwarfs play music around her. Even today, it's easy to recognize the details. You can see the wooden cottage, the carved furniture, and the happy expressions on the characters. Dopey is front and center, his oversized sleeves dangling while he claps. Grumpy is off to the side, reluctant as always, but still involved. Each dwarf has their place, and you can almost hear the music just by looking at the image. That was the magic of the original movie—every scene was filled with color, personality, and life... Podcast Note: https://ancestralfindings.com/snow-white-dance-postcard/ Ancestral Findings Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast This Week's Free Genealogy Lookups: https://ancestralfindings.com/lookups Genealogy Giveaway: https://ancestralfindings.com/giveaway Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Follow Along: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings https://www.youtube.com/ancestralfindings Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/support https://ancestralfindings.com/paypal  #Genealogy #AncestralFindings #GenealogyClips

Speaker: Pastor Dudley Rutherford

Let us know what you think!Michelle Spencer, the family business researcher, shares details about the upcoming Missouri State Genealogical Association (MOSGA) conference on August 8-9.MoSGA Conference:Register at mosga.org for the conference on August 8-9 at the Missouri State Archives in Jefferson City.Registration is just $55 for non-members, $50 for members.https://www.mosga.org/Check out Michelle's business:RomaMaryGrace combines genealogical expertise with historical context, particularly focused on family business research.https://romamarygrace.com/Be sure to bookmark linktr.ee/hittinthebricks for your one stop access to Kathleen Brandt, the host of Hittin' the Bricks with Kathleen. And, visit us on YouTube: Off the Wall with Kathleen John and Chewey video recorded specials. Hittin' the Bricks is produced through the not-for-profit, 501c3 TracingAncestors.org.

Craig Morrissey of the Family History Society of Newfoundland and Labrador and David Allen Lambert, the Chief Genealogist at American Ancestors, talk about this weekend's Rockbound Roots Conference on Genealogy.

As we continue The Forgotten Seconds series — exploring the lives of U.S. vice presidents who never became president — we arrive at a man whose political career spanned decades and whose life ended just as he reached one of the highest peaks of national office. Thomas Andrews Hendricks, vice president under Grover Cleveland, served only a few short months before his sudden death in 1885. Yet his legacy endures, especially in the state of Indiana, where he left a lasting mark on politics and public memory... Podcast Note: https://ancestralfindings.com/thomas-a-hendricks-vice-president Ancestral Findings Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast This Week's Free Genealogy Lookups: https://ancestralfindings.com/lookups Genealogy Giveaway: https://ancestralfindings.com/giveaway Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Follow Along: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings https://www.youtube.com/ancestralfindings Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/support https://ancestralfindings.com/paypal  #Genealogy #AncestralFindings #GenealogyClips

Send us a textWelcome to Episode 406 of Celebrate Creativity - the personal side of genealogy - I continued my discussion with Gemini AI regarding genealogy with the following question -How would you suggest that a listener interested in his or her ancestors begin a journey in genealogy?That's an excellent question, and here's how I'd suggest a listener begin their journey into genealogy, presented as if I were speaking directly to them:Yes, I believe that learning about your family is not only important from a personal standpoint but it gives relatives a chance to talk about their past, and the realization that someone cares about their life and what they have experienced. And Gemini saidYou're right, delving into the "why" of genealogy is just as crucial as the "how"! It's where the heart of the journey lies. Let's expand on the profound personal impact of genealogy, providing ample material for a powerful second episode, focusing on the human connection and the stories behind the names.Thank you for experiencing Celebrate Creativity.

As we continue our "The Forgotten Seconds" series, tracing the lives of vice presidents who never became president, few offer a more profound story of transformation than Henry Wilson. Born into poverty under a different name, Wilson rose from a boy bound out to farm labor to a man who held one of the highest offices in the land. Along the way, he became one of the most principled voices for abolition and civil rights in American history. Podcast Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/william-a-wheeler-vice-president Ancestral Findings Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast This Week's Free Genealogy Lookups: https://ancestralfindings.com/lookups Genealogy Giveaway: https://ancestralfindings.com/giveaway Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Follow Along: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings https://www.youtube.com/ancestralfindings Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/support https://ancestralfindings.com/paypal  #Genealogy #AncestralFindings #GenealogyClips

Send us a textWelcome to Celebrate Creativity -  episode 405  - The Practical Newside of Genealogy.I recently spoke with my cousin - a brilliant lady who is really into genealogy - this lady could go on for hours talking about the family ancestors - and that conversation with her gave me the idea of having a podcast episode or two about the world of genealogy. So, I began typing the following into Gemini, not realizing where it would lead - and to be honest, I think I am very satisfied with the results. I typed - and this is not exactly the best of prompts - but it did lead to good results. And by the end of next weeks continuation to today's podcast script, I was genuinely moved.Thank you for experiencing Celebrate Creativity.

Peter Calver explains about Lost Cousins and how it can connect you with distant cousins (you have to add your relatives and see who pops up as a living cousin) and save you time with family history research. Transcript (with links) available on Journeys into Genealogy on Substack. 

Today's story begins in a barrel, and today's show is brought to you by Daily Greens by Factor Form. A woman named Willa Hardesty is burning trash in the backyard, muttering, “this is hell.” She's angry, grieving, and standing on the edge of something big. She's not famous. She's not looking for glory. But her life—hard-earned and fully lived—just might stop you in your tracks.

Why do we trace our family histories? What drives our desire to know who our ancestors were and how we're connected to past people and events? Genealogy is often seen as a modern pursuit, spurred by DNA tests and online records–but in reality, early Americans were deeply invested in understanding and documenting their familial ties. Their desire to understand these ties, however, extended far beyond sheer curiosity. Last week, in Episode 416, we were joined by Karin Wulf, who shared with us her now-finished project on genealogy and family history in Lineage: Genealogy and the Politics of Connection in the British Atlantic World. Karin's book is built on the research she shared with us in 2016, so I thought it would be fun to return to her first conversation with us about her research so we can see how her thoughts, ideas, and her book project changed over time as she did more research and thinking on the subject. Karin's Website | Book | Instagram Show Notes: https://www.benfranklinsworld.com/114 RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODES

Premeditated Evil: Unpacking Kohberger's Stalking & Psychology In this gripping episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, we delve into the chilling pre-crime psychology of Bryan Kohberger, the alleged Idaho quadruple murderer. Joined by FBI Special Agent (Ret.) Jennifer Coffindaffer, we dissect the behavioral blueprint that led to such a horrific act. With new evidence revealing Kohberger surveilled the victims' house over 20 times, meticulously studied criminology, and left behind almost no physical trace beyond the crucial knife sheath, we explore what these actions tell us about his mindset. Jennifer Coffindaffer, drawing on her extensive experience tracking serial killers and interrogating violent offenders, helps us understand the depth of Kohberger's obsession and planning. We examine his apparent risk tolerance and control, as evidenced by his near-flawless forensic restraint. How rare is it for an individual with no prior violent criminal record to escalate directly to a brutal four-person homicide? We also tackle the unsettling question of how someone might weaponize academic knowledge of criminology for real-world crimes, a pertinent point given Kohberger's background. The conversation also explores the behavioral implications of his alleged post-crime actions, such as the disassembly and deep-cleaning of his Elantra—was this driven by narcissism, fear of capture, or pure strategic thinking? We discuss the psychological red flags suggested by his cold, emotionless demeanor in court and the absence of a stated motive. Finally, we consider how traits like autism or social detachment, as hinted by the defense, might impact a behavioral profile, offering a nuanced view beyond legal implications. This episode peels back the layers of a complex and disturbing mind, seeking to understand the "why" behind the unfathomable. Hashtags: #BryanKohberger #BehavioralAnalysis #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #JenniferCoffindaffer #FBI #Criminology #Psychopathy #ForensicPsychology #IdahoMurders #Premeditation #Stalking #CrimeAnalysis #UnsolvedMysteriesEpisode 2: “Building the Case: FBI Tactics, Genealogy, and the Digital Dragnet” Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Premeditated Evil: Unpacking Kohberger's Stalking & Psychology In this gripping episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, we delve into the chilling pre-crime psychology of Bryan Kohberger, the alleged Idaho quadruple murderer. Joined by FBI Special Agent (Ret.) Jennifer Coffindaffer, we dissect the behavioral blueprint that led to such a horrific act. With new evidence revealing Kohberger surveilled the victims' house over 20 times, meticulously studied criminology, and left behind almost no physical trace beyond the crucial knife sheath, we explore what these actions tell us about his mindset. Jennifer Coffindaffer, drawing on her extensive experience tracking serial killers and interrogating violent offenders, helps us understand the depth of Kohberger's obsession and planning. We examine his apparent risk tolerance and control, as evidenced by his near-flawless forensic restraint. How rare is it for an individual with no prior violent criminal record to escalate directly to a brutal four-person homicide? We also tackle the unsettling question of how someone might weaponize academic knowledge of criminology for real-world crimes, a pertinent point given Kohberger's background. The conversation also explores the behavioral implications of his alleged post-crime actions, such as the disassembly and deep-cleaning of his Elantra—was this driven by narcissism, fear of capture, or pure strategic thinking? We discuss the psychological red flags suggested by his cold, emotionless demeanor in court and the absence of a stated motive. Finally, we consider how traits like autism or social detachment, as hinted by the defense, might impact a behavioral profile, offering a nuanced view beyond legal implications. This episode peels back the layers of a complex and disturbing mind, seeking to understand the "why" behind the unfathomable. Hashtags: #BryanKohberger #BehavioralAnalysis #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #JenniferCoffindaffer #FBI #Criminology #Psychopathy #ForensicPsychology #IdahoMurders #Premeditation #Stalking #CrimeAnalysis #UnsolvedMysteriesEpisode 2: “Building the Case: FBI Tactics, Genealogy, and the Digital Dragnet” Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Premeditated Evil: Unpacking Kohberger's Stalking & Psychology In this gripping episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, we delve into the chilling pre-crime psychology of Bryan Kohberger, the alleged Idaho quadruple murderer. Joined by FBI Special Agent (Ret.) Jennifer Coffindaffer, we dissect the behavioral blueprint that led to such a horrific act. With new evidence revealing Kohberger surveilled the victims' house over 20 times, meticulously studied criminology, and left behind almost no physical trace beyond the crucial knife sheath, we explore what these actions tell us about his mindset. Jennifer Coffindaffer, drawing on her extensive experience tracking serial killers and interrogating violent offenders, helps us understand the depth of Kohberger's obsession and planning. We examine his apparent risk tolerance and control, as evidenced by his near-flawless forensic restraint. How rare is it for an individual with no prior violent criminal record to escalate directly to a brutal four-person homicide? We also tackle the unsettling question of how someone might weaponize academic knowledge of criminology for real-world crimes, a pertinent point given Kohberger's background. The conversation also explores the behavioral implications of his alleged post-crime actions, such as the disassembly and deep-cleaning of his Elantra—was this driven by narcissism, fear of capture, or pure strategic thinking? We discuss the psychological red flags suggested by his cold, emotionless demeanor in court and the absence of a stated motive. Finally, we consider how traits like autism or social detachment, as hinted by the defense, might impact a behavioral profile, offering a nuanced view beyond legal implications. This episode peels back the layers of a complex and disturbing mind, seeking to understand the "why" behind the unfathomable. Hashtags: #BryanKohberger #BehavioralAnalysis #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #JenniferCoffindaffer #FBI #Criminology #Psychopathy #ForensicPsychology #IdahoMurders #Premeditation #Stalking #CrimeAnalysis #UnsolvedMysteriesEpisode 2: “Building the Case: FBI Tactics, Genealogy, and the Digital Dragnet” Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Premeditated Evil: Unpacking Kohberger's Stalking & Psychology In this gripping episode of Hidden Killers with Tony Brueski, we delve into the chilling pre-crime psychology of Bryan Kohberger, the alleged Idaho quadruple murderer. Joined by FBI Special Agent (Ret.) Jennifer Coffindaffer, we dissect the behavioral blueprint that led to such a horrific act. With new evidence revealing Kohberger surveilled the victims' house over 20 times, meticulously studied criminology, and left behind almost no physical trace beyond the crucial knife sheath, we explore what these actions tell us about his mindset. Jennifer Coffindaffer, drawing on her extensive experience tracking serial killers and interrogating violent offenders, helps us understand the depth of Kohberger's obsession and planning. We examine his apparent risk tolerance and control, as evidenced by his near-flawless forensic restraint. How rare is it for an individual with no prior violent criminal record to escalate directly to a brutal four-person homicide? We also tackle the unsettling question of how someone might weaponize academic knowledge of criminology for real-world crimes, a pertinent point given Kohberger's background. The conversation also explores the behavioral implications of his alleged post-crime actions, such as the disassembly and deep-cleaning of his Elantra—was this driven by narcissism, fear of capture, or pure strategic thinking? We discuss the psychological red flags suggested by his cold, emotionless demeanor in court and the absence of a stated motive. Finally, we consider how traits like autism or social detachment, as hinted by the defense, might impact a behavioral profile, offering a nuanced view beyond legal implications. This episode peels back the layers of a complex and disturbing mind, seeking to understand the "why" behind the unfathomable. Hashtags: #BryanKohberger #BehavioralAnalysis #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #JenniferCoffindaffer #FBI #Criminology #Psychopathy #ForensicPsychology #IdahoMurders #Premeditation #Stalking #CrimeAnalysis #UnsolvedMysteriesEpisode 2: “Building the Case: FBI Tactics, Genealogy, and the Digital Dragnet” Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

As we continue our "The Forgotten Seconds" series, tracing the lives of vice presidents who never became president, few offer a more profound story of transformation than Henry Wilson. Born into poverty under a different name, Wilson rose from a boy bound out to farm labor to a man who held one of the highest offices in the land. Along the way, he became one of the most principled voices for abolition and civil rights in American history. Podcast Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/henry-wilson-vice-president/ Ancestral Findings Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast This Week's Free Genealogy Lookups: https://ancestralfindings.com/lookups Genealogy Giveaway: https://ancestralfindings.com/giveaway Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Follow Along: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings https://www.youtube.com/ancestralfindings Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/support https://ancestralfindings.com/paypal  #Genealogy #AncestralFindings #GenealogyClips

Co-hosts Mark Thompson and Steve Little explore how AI-based transcriptions are revolutionizing genealogical research across the industry. They examine FamilySearch's Full-Text Search expansion to over 1.25 billion records and Ancestry's new document transcription tool.The episode features an exclusive interview with David Ouimette from FamilySearch, who reveals how they're making previously unsearchable handwritten documents accessible through AI technology.This week's Tip of the Week demonstrates Dan Maloney's innovative Genealogy Assistant HTR tool for transcribing multiple documents simultaneously.In RapidFire, they discuss Grok 4's anticipated release, Apple's shift to integrate ChatGPT and Claude rather than develop their own AI, and Google Photos' new natural language search capabilities powered by Gemini.Timestamps:In the News:03:23 AI Transcriptions Everywhere: The New Normal in Genealogy25:33 Building AI Apps with ClaudeInterview:29:34 David Ouimette on FamilySearch's AI JourneyRapidFire:49:27 Grok 4 Release Announcement51:35 Apple Pivots to Third-Party AI Integration56:02 Google Photos Adds Natural Language SearchResource LinksExpanded Access to Full-Text Searchhttps://www.familysearch.org/en/blog/full-text-search-experimental-aiAncestry announces the Beta launch of its new document transcription featurehttps://www.ancestry.com/c/ancestry-blog/ancestry-news/document-transcription-featureSnagit Screen Capturehttps://www.techsmith.com/snagitWindows Snipping Toolhttps://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/use-snipping-tool-to-capture-screenshots-00246869-1843-655f-f220-97299b865f6bScreenshots or screen recordings on Machttps://support.apple.com/en-hk/guide/mac-help/mh26782/macDan Maloney's AI Handwritten Text Recognition Toolhttps://www.genea.ca/htr-tool/Anthropic: Build and share AI-powered apps with Claudehttps://www.anthropic.com/news/claude-powered-artifactsAnthropic now lets you make apps right from its Claude AI chatbothttps://www.theverge.com/news/693342/anthropic-claude-ai-apps-artifactGrok 4 release livestream on Wednesday at 8pm PThttps://x.com/elonmusk/status/1942325820170907915Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok launches into antisemitic rant amid updateshttps://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2025/07/08/elon-musk-grok-ai-antisemitism/Apple's Original AI announcement on June 10, 2024https://www.apple.com/ca/newsroom/2024/06/introducing-apple-intelligence-for-iphone-ipad-and-mac/Apple's Integrates ChatGPT into iPhoneshttps://support.apple.com/en-ca/guide/iphone/iph00fd3c8c2/iosApple Weighs Using Anthropic or OpenAI to Power Siri in Major Reversalhttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-30/apple-weighs-replacing-siri-s-ai-llms-with-anthropic-claude-or-openai-chatgptGoogle Resumes Rollout of AI-Based 'Ask Photos' Image Searchhttps://petapixel.com/2025/06/27/google-resumes-rollout-of-ai-based-ask-photos-image-search/Google Product Manager says Ask Photos paused for quality issueshttps://x.com/jamieasp/status/1929895255844745284Ask Photos coming to more Google Photos usershttps://blog.google/products/photos/updates-ask-photos-search/Ask Photos' Original Announcement May 14, 2024https://petapixel.com/2024/05/14/gemini-powered-ask-photos-brings-an-ai-assistant-to-google-photos/TagsArtificial Intelligence, Genealogy, Family History, AI Transcription, FamilySearch, Ancestry, Document Analysis, Handwritten Text Recognition, Full-Text Search, Screen Capture Tools, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, OCR Technology, Dan Maloney, Genealogy Assistant, API Keys, Claude AI, Anthropic, Google Photos, Apple Intelligence, Grok AI, David Ouimette, Truth Sets, Research Tools

This postcard captures more than just a location. It holds a slice of New York City's vibrant nightlife in the early 1900s, frozen in time. Dozens of sharply dressed men and women fill every inch of the dining hall at Churchill's, a legendary supper club at the corner of Broadway and 49th Street. Their expressions vary—some smiling, some thoughtful, some lost in the moment. There's elegance, mystery, and a hum of excitement you can almost hear. When you look closely, you begin to wonder: Who were these people? What brought them there that night? Did any of them appear in your family tree? This is the kind of image that invites us not only to observe history, but to feel it—and maybe even find ourselves in it... Podcast Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/churchills-restaurant-new-york-postcard/ Ancestral Findings Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast This Week's Free Genealogy Lookups: https://ancestralfindings.com/lookups Genealogy Giveaway: https://ancestralfindings.com/giveaway Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Follow Along: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings https://www.youtube.com/ancestralfindings Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/support https://ancestralfindings.com/paypal  #Genealogy #AncestralFindings #GenealogyClips

AUDIO PODCAST SHOW NOTES: In this episode, we're diving headfirst into the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence — and how it can seriously boost your genealogy game. In Segment 1, we're cutting through the jargon with 10 AI Vocabulary Terms You Need to Know. Whether you're just getting curious about AI or already experimenting with it in your research, this will help you speak the lingo and understand what tools like ChatGPT are really doing under the hood. Then in Segment 2, we'll level up with 10 AI Prompt Add-ons That Get You Better Results. These are practical, easy-to-apply techniques that will make your interactions with AI smarter, more focused, and way more useful for tasks like polishing writing, analyzing research, and even brainstorming creative ways to share your family stories. Get the full show notes on the .  Genealogy Gems Premium Members Exclusive Download: Download the ad-free show notes for this episode from the  for this episode. (Premium Member subscription required.) Not a Premium Member? .)  Become a Genealogy Gems Premium Member Premium Members have exclusive access to: Video classes and downloadable handouts The Genealogy Gems Premium Podcast Downloadable ad-free show notes PDF cheat sheets Become a member .   Our Sponsors for this episode: Newspapers.com Get 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription.  and use coupon code GenealogyGems MyHeritage Order your  today.    Genealogy Gems Podcast App Don't miss the Bonus audio for this episode. In the app, tap the gift box icon just under the media player. .  Get the Free Genealogy Gems Newsletter The Genealogy Gems email newsletter is the best way to stay informed about what's available with your Premium eLearning Membership. . Follow Lisa and Genealogy Gems on Social Media:  

What makes Taylor Swift one of the most compelling songwriters of our time? Chelsea Hamm says it's her relatability. With bright, upbeat pop anthems like “22” and “Anti-Hero” that are both fun and reflective, Swift's music engages audiences across generations. Also: The K-Pop band BTS regularly mobilizes their fans, the BTS Army, to support causes for social good. Baobao Song says that nonprofits and corporations could learn from the way that BTS has mobilized their army to support efforts like UNESCO and even the United Nations. Later in the show: Later in the show: One hundred years before colonization, Central African people were practicing Catholicism. And now African legacy is interwoven into a local Catholic ritual in northern Brazil. Michael Iyanaga says that for these believers, there is no either or. And their practices embody the intricacies of the Black Atlantic. His forthcoming book is called Genealogies of a Saint's Song: Silenced Histories of Africa in Bahia, Brazil.

TJ and Kris return to the primeval genealogy, following the conclusion of the flood story. Then they go back to Eden to revisit a time before agriculture was even a thing.

Send us a textIn this engaging conversation, Bob Sorrentino and Anthony Castelvecchi delve into the rich tapestry of Italian roots and genealogy. They explore personal family histories, the impact of immigration, and the significance of DNA testing in uncovering ancestral connections. The discussion also highlights the importance of traveling to Italy to connect with one's heritage and offers valuable advice for young people interested in researching their family history. Throughout the conversation, the hosts share anecdotes and insights that reflect the deep cultural ties and stories that shape Italian-American identity.TakeawaysThe significance of last names in understanding family heritage.Exploring multiple regions of Italy can reveal diverse ancestry.Immigration stories provide context to family histories.DNA testing can uncover unexpected family connections.Traveling to Italy enhances the understanding of one's roots.Engaging with family members can yield valuable historical insights.Genealogy research often requires detective work and patience.Local communities in Italy can offer connections to family history.Understanding the historical context of immigration is crucial.Everyone has a unique story worth discovering.Instagram:oriundi_https://www.instagram.com/oriundi_/Facebook:ORIUNDIhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/oriundigroupBlog:ORIUNDIhttps://oriundiblog.blogspot.com/Turnkey. The only thing you'll lift are your spirits.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEFarmers and NoblesRead about my research story and how to begin your family research.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showPurchase my book "Farmers and Nobles" here or at Amazon.

In this heartfelt conversation, Breygan Holbrook shares the journey of becoming—of wrestling with identity, faith, and purpose in a world full of noise.Breygan opens up about the struggles that shaped him, the moments of silence where God spoke loudest, and the internal shift that happens when you finally stop chasing the approval of others and start listening to something deeper. This episode is about transformation, not just change. It's for anyone who's ever wondered if they're truly walking the path they were called to.If you've felt stuck between who you were and who you're becoming—this one's for you.ABOUT OUR GUEST:Breygan Holbrook is a speaker, creator, and a voice for authenticity and spiritual clarity. Through social media and public speaking, he's connected deeply with people who are searching for purpose beyond performance. His content balances honesty with conviction, and his message is rooted in identity, grace, and growth. Breygan's story is still unfolding, but one thing is clear: he's committed to walking in truth and helping others do the same.CONNECT WITH BREYGAN:*Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/breygan.b.holbrook/ or https://www.instagram.com/holbrookpickleball/ *LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/holbrook-pickleball/ *Website - https://holbrookpickleball.com/ *TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@holbrook.pickleball LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE “YOUR LIFE LEGACY PODCAST”*Apple Music - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-life-legacy-podcast/id1740167449 *Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2Cd8XFP59Ar864GcaoEDxW *YouTube Podcasts - https://www.youtube.com/@thelifelegacypodcast  *Amazon Music Podcasts - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b1949e1f-a973-47da-b1e0-538945afa748/the-life-legacy-podcast *iHeartRadio Podcasts - https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-life-legacy-podcast-165910407 CONNECT WITH “THE LIFE LEGACY PODCAST”*LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaxon-cummings-%F0%9F%92%AD%F0%9F%8E%A5-24b40a149/ *Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lifelegacypodcast/ *TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelegacypodcast *YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thelifelegacypodcast *Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558217934317 *Threads - https://www.threads.net/@lifelegacypodcast *X - https://twitter.com/lifelegacypod *Website -  https://your-life-legacy.com/ *Email for general messages - lifelegacypodcast@outlook.com *Collab with us - lifelegacypodcast@outlook.com*Sponsor Us - lifelegacypodcast@outlook.comWE LOVE MAIL AND CARE PACKAGES!: Email us for address: lifelegacypodcast@outlook.comPRODUCTION CREDITS:Recorded at Mindset Content Creation StudiosProduced by Tommy MooreBrought to you by Vodcasts by Tommy Moore Presents - https://www.instagram.com/vodcasts_by_tommymoore/FIND OTHER THINGS LIKE US (Our Friends, People we Support, Products You Should Buy)***Risen Pendant - https://risenshop.com/product/   DISCOUNT CODE: lifelegacyThis episode is brought to you by Your Life Legacy - https://your-life-legacy.com/  HASHTAGS#TheLifeLegacyPodcast  #yourlifelegacy  #jaxoncummings   #tommymoorepresents #tommymoore #vodcastsbytommymoore #personaldocumentaries KEYWORDSYour Life Legacy Podcast, Podcast, Your Life Legacy, Jaxon Cummings, Tommy Moore, Tommy Moore Presents, Vodcast By Tommy Moore, Personal Documentaries, Genealogy,

Have you ever wondered why genealogy captivates so many people? Whether it's tracing a family tree back generations or holding on to stories told around the dinner table, genealogy offers a powerful sense of connection—a connection that can shape identities, claims of property, and even arguments for freedom. But genealogy isn't just a modern-day hobby. In early America, genealogy was a deeply consequential practice with social, political, and legal implications. Karin Wulf, a Professor of History and the Eighth Director and Librarian of the John Carter Brown Library at Brown University, joins us to explore the ways early Americans were interested in their family histories with details from her book, Lineage: Genealogy and the Power of Connection in Early America. Karin's Website | Book | Instagram Show Notes: https://www.benfranklinsworld.com/403 RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODES

Rita Fox and her wife, Katie, embarked on a life-changing journey through England and Scotland, tracing their ancestors' footsteps and discovering not only their family history but also unexpected connections that continue to enrich their lives today.• Begin ancestry research by building upon family knowledge and using online resources like Ancestry.com, FindAGrave.com, and ScotlandsPeople.gov.uk• Contact local family history societies before your trip – they can provide invaluable assistance and access to records not available online• Balance your itinerary between genealogy research, sightseeing, and necessary downtime• Consider becoming a member of historical societies in ancestral locations to deepen your connections• Book essential experiences like the Caledonian Sleeper train and Edinburgh Castle early access tours well in advance• Be prepared for emotional moments when standing where ancestors once stood• Reach out to potential distant relatives before travelling – you may end up meeting family you never knew existed• Visit museums that show period-appropriate homes to understand how ancestors lived• Remember that you are an ambassador for your home country – bring your best self along with your luggageIf you're dreaming of turning your family tree into a travel route, start your research now and be open to the serendipitous connections that often arise when travelling with a genealogical focus.⭐️ Guest - Rita Fox

Co-hosts Mark Thompson and Steve Little examine the controversial rise of AI image "restoration" and discuss how entirely new images are being generated, rather than the original photos being restored. This is raising concerns about the preservation of authentic family photos.They discuss Mark's reconsideration of canceling his Perplexity subscription after rediscovering its unique strengths for supporting research.The hosts analyze recent court rulings that permit AI training on legally acquired content, plus Disney's ongoing case against Midjourney.This week's Tip of the Week explores how project workspaces in ChatGPT and Claude can greatly simplify your genealogical research.In RapidFire, the hosts cover Meta's aggressive AI hiring spree, the proliferation of AI tools in everyday software, including a new genealogy transcription tool from Dan Maloney, and the importance of reading AI news critically.Timestamps:In the News:06:50 The Pros and Cons of "Restoring" Family Photos with AI23:58 Mark is Cancelling Perplexity... Maybe32:33 AI Copyright Cases Are Starting to Work Their Way Through the CourtsTip of the Week:40:09 How Project Workspaces Help Genealogists Stay OrganizedRapidFire:48:51 Meta Goes on a Hiring Spree56:09 AI Is Everywhere!01:06:00 Reading AI News ResponsiblyResource LinksOpenAI: Introducing 4o Image Generation https://openai.com/index/introducing-4o-image-generation/Perplexity https://www.perplexity.ai/How does Perplexity work? https://www.perplexity.ai/help-center/en/articles/10352895-how-does-perplexity-workAnthropic wins key US ruling on AI training in authors' copyright lawsuit https://www.reuters.com/legal/litigation/anthropic-wins-key-ruling-ai-authors-copyright-lawsuit-2025-06-24/Meta wins AI copyright lawsuit as US judge rules against authors https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/jun/26/meta-wins-ai-copyright-lawsuit-as-us-judge-rules-against-authorsDisney, Universal sue image creator Midjourney for copyright infringement https://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/disney-universal-sue-image-creator-midjourney-copyright-infringement-2025-06-11/Disney and Universal Sue A.I. Firm for Copyright Infringement https://www.nytimes.com/2025/06/11/business/media/disney-universal-midjourney-ai.htmlProjects in ChatGPThttps://help.openai.com/en/articles/10169521-projects-in-chatgptMeta shares hit all-time high as Mark Zuckerberg goes on AI hiring blitz https://www.cnbc.com/2025/06/30/meta-hits-all-time-mark-zuckerberg-ai-blitz.htmlHere's What Mark Zuckerberg Is Offering Top AI Talent https://www.wired.com/story/mark-zuckerberg-meta-offer-top-ai-talent-300-million/Genealogy Assistant AI Handwritten Text Recognition Tool https://www.genea.ca/htr-tool/Borland Genetics https://borlandgenetics.com/Illusion of Thinking https://machinelearning.apple.com/research/illusion-of-thinkingSimon Willison: Seven replies to the viral Apple reasoning paper -- and why they fall short https://simonwillison.net/2025/Jun/15/viral-apple-reasoning-paper/MIT: Your Brain on ChatGPT https://www.media.mit.edu/projects/your-brain-on-chatgpt/overview/MIT researchers say using ChatGPT can rot your brain. The truth is a little more complicated https://theconversation.com/mit-researchers-say-using-chatgpt-can-rot-your-brain-the-truth-is-a-little-more-complicated-259450Guiding Principles for Responsible AI in Genealogy https://craigen.org/TagsArtificial Intelligence, Genealogy, Family History, AI Tools, Image Generation, AI Ethics, Perplexity, ChatGPT, Claude, Meta, Copyright Law, AI Training, Photo Restoration, Project Management, AI Development, Research Tools, Responsible AI Use, GRIP, AI News Analysis, Vibe Coding, Coalition for Responsible AI in Genealogy, AI Hiring, Dan Maloney, Handwritten Text Recognition

In this episode we hear from Pastor Brian as we take a look at the genealogy of the First man, Adam.

This week on The Book Drop, we celebrate Family Reunion Month and dig into genealogy with our guests Martha and Jess from OPL's Genealogy & Local History Room. This is the Book Drop.All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast. Happening at the Library: Cardboard Mannequins: Building a Life Portrait | Saturday, July 12, 1 to 3 p.m. at Genealogy and Local History RoomIt's All Relative Book Club | Monday, July 14, 6 to 7 p.m. at Genealogy and Local History Room Comparing the Genealogy Big Four: Ancestry, FamilySearch, FindMyPast, and MyHeritage (Virtual Program) | Thursday, July 17, 5 to 6 p.m., VirtualWhere's Poppy, OPL's mobile library? (omahalibrary.org/outreach)Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.

Of all the jobs people avoided, feared, or whispered about, the gravedigger stood near the top of the list. Working in quiet corners of churchyards, behind iron fences, or in the shadows of city cemeteries, the gravedigger did work no one else wanted—making room for the dead and handling what came after. But for centuries, this job was a critical part of every community. It wasn't glamorous, and it certainly wasn't clean, but the people who did it kept burial grounds in order, protected public health, and honored the basic dignity of the dead. In this final part of our series on dirty jobs, we're going beneath the surface—literally—to explore the long, hard, and sometimes heartbreaking path of the gravedigger... Podcast Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/gravedigger-burial-history-genealogy/ Ancestral Findings Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast This Week's Free Genealogy Lookups: https://ancestralfindings.com/lookups Genealogy Giveaway: https://ancestralfindings.com/giveaway Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Follow Along: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings https://www.youtube.com/ancestralfindings Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/support https://ancestralfindings.com/paypal  #Genealogy #AncestralFindings #GenealogyClips

Let us know what you think!Medical mysteries lurking in your family tree might hold the key to understanding sudden disappearances, unexplained relocations, or clusters of deaths among your ancestors. When traditional genealogy methods hit a wall, epidemic research could breakthrough those brick walls.Ready to uncover the medical history hiding in your family tree? Email hittingthebricks@gmail.com to request one of our DNA test kit giveaways (Free pickup in Kansas City or $10 shipping elsewhere in the USA) and start building a more complete picture of your ancestors' lives and challenges.Be sure to bookmark linktr.ee/hittinthebricks for your one stop access to Kathleen Brandt, the host of Hittin' the Bricks with Kathleen. And, visit us on YouTube: Off the Wall with Kathleen John and Chewey video recorded specials. Hittin' the Bricks is produced through the not-for-profit, 501c3 TracingAncestors.org.

Long before cities had garbage trucks and recycling centers, there were the rag-and-bone collectors—wandering figures with pushcarts, sacks, and sharp eyes trained on the gutters and alleys of the industrial world. These scavengers were among the earliest forms of organized waste management, turning trash into treasure in a time when nearly everything had some kind of second life. Though rarely respected in their time, these individuals were vital to the ecosystem of 18th- and 19th-century cities. Their work supplied raw materials to soap makers, glue manufacturers, paper mills, and even farmers. They lived on the fringes of society, but their role supported entire industries. In many families, rag-picking or bone collecting wasn't just a temporary job—it was a generational trade... Podcast Notes:  https://ancestralfindings.com/rag-and-bone-collector-family-history/ Ancestral Findings Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast This Week's Free Genealogy Lookups: https://ancestralfindings.com/lookups Genealogy Giveaway: https://ancestralfindings.com/giveaway Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Follow Along: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings https://www.youtube.com/ancestralfindings Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/support https://ancestralfindings.com/paypal  #Genealogy #AncestralFindings #GenealogyClips

This episode is short, but it might just shift the way you approach your entire week...In this 15-minute solo session, The Life Legacy Podcast host Jaxon Cummings shares his personal system for Weekly Planning — a rhythm he's refined over years of studying leaders, mentors, and high-performers. This isn't just a to-do list. It's about aligning your calendar with your calling, your structure with your spirit.Whether you're building a brand, managing a household, running a team, or simply trying to live more intentionally — this episode is for you.Jaxon walks through how Weekly Planning helps him show up fully for his family, his faith, and this podcast. It's about staying grounded, staying accountable, and making space for the things that truly matter.Because if your week has no direction, neither will your legacy.LISTEN/WATCH/SUBSCRIBE TO THE “YOUR LIFE LEGACY PODCAST”*Apple Music - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-life-legacy-podcast/id1740167449 *Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2Cd8XFP59Ar864GcaoEDxW *YouTube Podcasts - https://www.youtube.com/@thelifelegacypodcast  *Amazon Music Podcasts - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b1949e1f-a973-47da-b1e0-538945afa748/the-life-legacy-podcast *iHeartRadio Podcasts - https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-life-legacy-podcast-165910407 CONNECT WITH “THE LIFE LEGACY PODCAST”*LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaxon-cummings-%F0%9F%92%AD%F0%9F%8E%A5-24b40a149/ *Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lifelegacypodcast/ *TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelegacypodcast *YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thelifelegacypodcast *Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558217934317 *Threads - https://www.threads.net/@lifelegacypodcast *X - https://twitter.com/lifelegacypod *Website -  https://your-life-legacy.com/ *Email for general messages - lifelegacypodcast@outlook.com *Collab with us - lifelegacypodcast@outlook.com*Sponsor Us - lifelegacypodcast@outlook.comWE LOVE MAIL AND CARE PACKAGES!: Email us for address: lifelegacypodcast@outlook.comPRODUCTION CREDITS:Recorded at Mindset Content Creation StudiosProduced by Tommy MooreBrought to you by Vodcasts by Tommy Moore Presents - https://www.instagram.com/vodcasts_by_tommymoore/FIND OTHER THINGS LIKE US (Our Friends, People we Support, Products You Should Buy)***Risen Pendant - https://risenshop.com/product/   DISCOUNT CODE: lifelegacyThis episode is brought to you by Your Life Legacy - https://your-life-legacy.com/  HASHTAGS#TheLifeLegacyPodcast  #yourlifelegacy  #jaxoncummings   #tommymoorepresents #tommymoore #vodcastsbytommymoore #personaldocumentaries KEYWORDSYour Life Legacy Podcast, Podcast, Your Life Legacy, Jaxon Cummings, Tommy Moore, Tommy Moore Presents, Vodcast By Tommy Moore, Personal Documentaries, Genealogy,

Like many people who went through the foster care system, Don Anderson was really curious about his roots. He started doing some research and realized his biological aunt on his mother's side was living less than three miles away. His wife convinced him to introduce himself. She immediately recognized him and told him he looked like his mother.From there, Anderson met his biological mother, then started the research for his biological father. He ended up tracing his roots for generations, and now helps others trace their ancestry and find relatives. He's written a book about his quest to find his parents.Paper and Spit: How DNA & Genealogy revealed my First Parents' identity by Don AndersonSeason 11: Adoptee Memoirs - books in order:Practically Still a Virgin by Monica HallYou Can't Get Rid of Me by Jesse Scott and Keri AultUnspoken by Liz HarvieSign up for our mailing list to get updates and the Eventbrite for our September 12th & 13th Washington, D.C. Event!Thank you to our Patreons! Join at the $10 level and be part of our monthly ADOPTEE CAFE community. The next meeting will be on Saturday, July 12th, @ 1 PM ET.RESOURCES for Adoptees:S12F Helping AdopteesGregory Luce and Adoptees Rights LawFireside Adoptees Facebook GroupDr. Liz Debetta: Migrating Toward Wholeness MovementMoses Farrow - Trauma therapist and advocateNational Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 1-800-273-8255 OR Dial or Text 988.Unraveling Adoption with Beth SyversonAdoptees Connect with Pamela KaranovaBecause She Was Adopted by Kristal ParkeDear Amy, letters to Amy Coney Barrett. A project by Meika RoudaSupport the showTo support the show - Patreon.

In this episode, Brian sits down with Historian and Author Sara Underwood to discuss a side of Prince Edward Island history that stands in stark contrast to its famous fictional orphan, Anne of Green Gables. Sara's book, "Awful Kind: The Story of the Middlemore Children and Prince Edward Island," shines a light on the real, and often tragic, stories of British Home Children. You'll hear how a conversation with a descendant sparked a deep dive into the archives, leading to the remarkable discovery of thousands of individual case files for children sent from the Middlemore Homes to the Maritimes.Sara reveals the shocking truths she uncovered from the records. These children weren't brought over for adoption; they were primarily a source of cheap labor to fill a shortage of domestic servants and farmhands. Hear the heart-wrenching stories of their lives: children as young as seven expected to do the work of a man , the profound sadness and stigma that followed many for life , and the desperate ways they tried to reconnect with family back in England. For anyone who believes they may have a Home Child ancestor, Sara shares the crucial first steps to begin your own search.About Brian Nash As a genealogist, Brian focuses on the people, places, and events that make up people's family stories.   Brian is a genealogist who started working on his own family tree over 30 years ago and has been able to trace one family line back to as early as 950 AD.Brian traces his own family from Scotland and Ireland to the New World where they wound up in Newfoundland and Nova Scotia in the 18th and 19th centuries. In some cases, they fled their homelands due to the Highland Clearances in Scotland or the Potato Blight in Ireland.  They took their Expertise as Coal Miners from Scotland to Cape Breton or their Mercantile and Manufacturing Skills from Ireland to the streets of HalifaxBrian has been a member of the Genealogical Association of Nova Scotia, the Scottish Genealogical Society, and the Prince Edward Island Genealogical Society. Brian currently resides in Prince Edward Island, Canada, with his family.  Check out Brian on Link Tree https://linktr.ee/howwegotheregenealogyHave a Family History Question?

Of all the historical occupations that could be found in a family tree, few were more pungent, more physically difficult, or more socially isolating than tanning. While farmers, blacksmiths, and even coal miners occupied central places in their communities, the tanner often worked on the outskirts—literally and figuratively. Tanning was essential to everyday life, producing the leather needed for clothing, shoes, belts, saddles, bookbinding, harnesses, and more. But because of how it was done—using rotting flesh, animal brains, and gallons of urine—it was also one of the filthiest and most unpleasant jobs in history. Yet, for centuries, it was vital. Leather was life: warm, durable, flexible, and necessary. And the people who made it weren't forgotten in the records, even if they were avoided in the streets. Podcast Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/tanner-ancestor-family-history Ancestral Findings Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast This Week's Free Genealogy Lookups: https://ancestralfindings.com/lookups Genealogy Giveaway: https://ancestralfindings.com/giveaway Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Follow Along: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings https://www.youtube.com/ancestralfindings Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/support https://ancestralfindings.com/paypal  #Genealogy #AncestralFindings #GenealogyClips

After God reassures Moses of His original promises in Exodus 6:2-9 the chapter takes an interesting turn. In our study this week in Exodus 6:10-30 we will read the genealogy of Moses and Aaron and see how God has been working in their story. 

Co-hosts Mark Thompson and Steve Little discuss recent updates from Google Gemini and Anthropic Claude that are reshaping AI capabilities for genealogists. Google's Gemini 2.5 Pro with its massive context window and Claude 4's hybrid reasoning models that excels at both writing and document analysis.They share insights from the RootsTech panel on responsible AI use in genealogy, and introduce the Coalition's five core principles for the response use of AI. The episode features an interview with Jessica Taylor, president of Legacy Tree Genealogists, who discusses how her company is thoughtfully experimenting with AI tools.In RapidFire, they preview ChatGPT 5's anticipated summer release, Meta's $14 billion acquisition to stay competitive, and Adobe Acrobat AI's new multi-document capabilities.Timestamps:In the News:03:45 Google Gemini 2.5 Pro: Massive Context Windows Transform Document Analysis15:09 Claude 4 Opus and Sonnet: Hybrid Reasoning Models for Writing and Research26:30 RootsTech Panel: Coalition for Responsible AI in GenealogyInterview:31:28 Jessica Taylor, CEO of Legacy Tree Genealogists, on her cautious approach to AI AdoptionRapidFire:45:07 ChatGPT 5 Coming Soon: One Model to Rule Them All51:08 Meta's $14.8 Billion Scale AI Acquisition56:42 Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant Adds Multi-Document AnalysisResource LinksGoogle I/O Conference Highlightshttps://blog.google/technology/ai/google-io-2025-all-our-announcements/Anthropic Announces Claude 4https://www.anthropic.com/news/claude-4Anthropic's new Claude 4 AI models can reason over many stepshttps://techcrunch.com/2025/05/22/anthropics-new-claude-4-ai-models-can-reason-over-many-steps/Coalition for Responsible AI in Genealogyhttps://craigen.org/Jessica M. Taylorhttps://www.apgen.org/users/jessica-m-taylorLegacy Tree Genealogistshttps://www.legacytree.com/Rootstechhttps://www.familysearch.org/en/rootstech/ChatGPT 5 is Coming Soonhttps://www.tomsguide.com/ai/chatgpt/chatgpt-5-is-coming-soon-heres-what-we-knowMeta's $14.8 billion Scale AI deal latest test of AI partnershipshttps://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/metas-148-billion-scale-ai-deal-latest-test-ai-partnerships-2025-06-13/A frustrated Zuckerberg makes his biggest AI bethttps://www.cnbc.com/2025/06/10/zuckerberg-makes-metas-biggest-bet-on-ai-14-billion-scale-ai-deal.htmlAdobe upgrades Acrobat AI chatbot to add multi-document analysishttps://www.androidauthority.com/adobe-ai-assistant-acrobat-3451988/TagsArtificial Intelligence, Genealogy, Family History, AI Tools, Google Gemini, Claude AI, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Meta AI, Adobe Acrobat, Responsible AI, Coalition for Responsible AI in Genealogy, RootsTech, AI Ethics, Document Analysis, AI Writing Tools, Hybrid Reasoning Models, Context Windows, Professional Genealogy, Legacy Tree Genealogists, Jessica Taylor, AI Integration, Multi-Document Analysis, AI Acquisitions

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As the United States marks its 249th year of independence, it's a fitting time to pause and reflect—not just on fireworks and parades, but on the remarkable clarity of vision held by those who signed their names to the cause of liberty. These were men who risked everything—their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor—not for gain, but for the enduring hope of a free and virtuous republic. Their words, written in the heat of war and the uncertainty of revolution, are more than historical relics. They are guideposts. Warnings. Encouragements to stay the course. And when we take time to read them with fresh eyes, we realize how much they still matter... Podcast Notes: https://ancestralfindings.com/wisdom-of-the-founding-fathers/ Ancestral Findings Podcast: https://ancestralfindings.com/podcast This Week's Free Genealogy Lookups: https://ancestralfindings.com/lookups Genealogy Giveaway: https://ancestralfindings.com/giveaway Genealogy eBooks: https://ancestralfindings.com/ebooks Follow Along: https://www.facebook.com/AncestralFindings https://www.instagram.com/ancestralfindings https://www.youtube.com/ancestralfindings Support Ancestral Findings: https://ancestralfindings.com/support https://ancestralfindings.com/paypal  #Genealogy #AncestralFindings #GenealogyClips

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You want to be a father, but your tragic family history of psychopathy and suicide has you worried about passing along cursed DNA. It's Feedback Friday!And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If you want us to answer your question, register your feedback, or tell your story on one of our upcoming weekly Feedback Friday episodes, drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com. Now let's dive in!Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1168On This Week's Feedback Friday:Gabe makes his own deodorant from a secret family recipe, because of course he does!Think you've heard a problem solved here that sounds a little too familiar? We promise our dooze is crafted 100% fresh despite being bound by the mundanity of the human condition.Your brother destroyed your family with false accusations, your dad died by suicide, and now you're terrified of having kids because what if they inherit the same darkness? You're caught between wanting a biological child and fearing you'll create another monster. Can you break the cycle, or are some genes just too dangerous to pass on?You got into grad school in Texas — a dream come true! But your boyfriend's parents are treating your exciting move like you're literally kidnapping their son to a foreign war zone. They won't even look at you anymore, and suddenly family dinners feel like hostage negotiations. How do you chase your dreams when love feels like betrayal?A debt collector is hunting you for money you don't owe, for a person you're not, living at an address you've never seen. They won't answer calls, won't stop emailing, and threaten to destroy your credit score over someone else's Verizon bill. Can you escape this Kafkaesque nightmare before it ruins your financial future?You landed your dream law school acceptance, but your timing couldn't be worse — budget cuts are coming, and your departure will leave your beloved colleagues scrambling. They threw you a surprise bridal shower, and now you have to break their hearts with your secret. How do you chase your future without burning bridges to your past?Recommendation of the Week: Never dumping medication in the toilet or sink!Your meth-head ex-husband can't even manage to pay child support — his mommy does it for him. When she apologized for being late this month, you couldn't resist a snarky dig about whose responsibility it really is. Your own mother says you were rude, but shouldn't deadbeat dads face consequences? When does gratitude become enabling?Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com!Connect with Jordan on Twitter at @JordanHarbinger and Instagram at @jordanharbinger.Connect with Gabriel on Twitter at @GabeMizrahi and Instagram @gabrielmizrahi.And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors:The Perfect Jean: 15% off first order: theperfectjean.nyc, code JORDAN15BetterHelp: 10% off first month: betterhelp.com/jordanHammer Made: $50 off first purchase, $199+: hammermade.com/jordan, code JORDANLand Rover Defender: landroverusa.comAudible: Visit audible.com/jhs or text JHS to 500-500See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.