Podcast Episodes

Tracing Greek Ancestry: The Chopelas Chronicles

Episode 9

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Ever wonder how your newly arrived immigrants tackled the new land? Join us for a fascinating journey as we trace the Greek ancestry of our neighbor and guest, Stephanie Ho…

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago

The Elusive Ancestor: Quest for Great-Grandfather Richard Bush

Episode 8

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We've got an intriguing genealogy mystery on our hands, as we chat with Bonnie Flatt from Illinois about her brick wall: Her DIY research reveals her great-grandfather, Ric…

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago

Unraveling Roots: Revealing Kaufman Ancestral Secrets

Episode 7

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E201  On this first episode of Season 2, join us on an enlightening journey as we explore the world of DIY genealogy with our inspiring guest, Ronnie, a dedicated teacher f…

Published on 2 years, 6 months ago

Lost in Indian Territory

Episode 6

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Kathleen and Vickie begin a search in the Indian Territory (Oklahoma ) for Vickie's great-grandmother Ellen's maiden name. Kathleen's advice? "Let's let's go back to the st…

Published on 2 years, 8 months ago

Missing Ancestor? All About Benjamin

Episode 5

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Kathleen and Rhonda go in search of the elusive Dr. Benjamin Fuller. The timeframe covers the prohibition era.  As Kathleen says, you have to be creative when your brickwal…

Published on 2 years, 9 months ago

Adoption, Door-Knocking, DNA & Reunions

Episode 4

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Kathleen talks to Charlotte from New York about how to untangle the DNA which paints a very interesting picture of the relationships in her biological family.  A complex is…

Published on 2 years, 9 months ago

An Overture to 1812

Episode 3

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Karen Fauls-Traynor joins Kathleen to discuss "bad trees", the Wizard of Oz and the War of 1812 in order to track down her ancestor in New York.  But the DIY genealogy advi…

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

Ships & Plantations - Kansas Ancestor McKinney

Episode 2

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Question: Where is Malinda McKinney of Wabaunsee, Ks?
Anna Wilkins from Shawnee County, Kansas, drops by for some DIY genealogy advice from Kathleen about researching her Gr…

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

The Mystery of Cornelia Gray

Episode 1

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Kathleen welcomes Angela Rodesky (of Delaware) to discuss a relative that is hiding behind a brick wall.  Who was Cornelia Grey and why was she so unwanted in the community…

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago

A Chat with the Brick Hitter

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Kathleen and John talk about the podcast and how it got started.  

A "brick-wall"  DIY genealogy podcast that features your questions and Kathleen Brandt's answers. She want…

Published on 2 years, 11 months ago