The Research Like a Pro Genealogy Podcast
Research Like a Pro is a podcast about genealogy research methodology. Diana Elder and Nicole Dyer of FamilyLocket.com discuss how to take your family history research to the next level and uncover more of your family tree. Learn about research objectives, analysis, locality research, research planning, source citations, report writing, case studies, and more. Diana and Nicole are the mother-daughter team at FamilyLocket.com and the creators of the Amazon bestselling book, Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist's Guide. Diana created the Research Like a Pro method after becoming an Accredited Genealogy professional through the International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists. Discover the process that a professional genealogist uses and make progress on your own brick walls.
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RLP 368: AI in the Driver’s Seat - Using Technology to Identify Vehicles in Family Photos
07/28/2025
RLP 368: AI in the Driver’s Seat - Using Technology to Identify Vehicles in Family Photos
Welcome to Research Like a Pro! In this episode, Diana and Nicole explore how artificial intelligence can help identify vehicles in old family photographs, adding depth to family stories. Diana shares her experience using a custom GPT called "Genealogy Eyes" through ChatGPT to analyze a photo of her mother, Anna Mae Kelsey, seated on a sheep in front of the family car. Listeners learn how AI can identify specific car models and features, providing insights into the family's economic status and the cultural context of the time. The AI analysis helped Diana identify the car as likely a 1930 Ford Model A Tudor or Fordor Sedan, a popular and affordable vehicle of that era. This discovery, combined with knowledge of her grandfather's successful livestock business, painted a richer picture of her grandparents' hard work and prosperity. The episode highlights how details like a family car can offer valuable clues to understanding an ancestor's life. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links AI in the Driver’s Seat: Using Technology to Identify Vehicles in Family Photos - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 367: The Nurturing Legacy of My Second Great-Grandmother - Alice Frazier Harris
07/21/2025
RLP 367: The Nurturing Legacy of My Second Great-Grandmother - Alice Frazier Harris
In this episode of Research Like a Pro, Nicole and Diana discuss Nicole's second great-grandmother, Alice "Allie" Frazier Harris, focusing on her nurturing nature. Listeners will learn about Alice's birth in Montague County, Texas, and her parents, Richard Frazier and Nancy E. Briscoe. Richard was a Civil War veteran. They also discuss Alice's school years, her marriage to Dock Harris in 1904, and her experiences with motherhood. Alice had four children, two of whom passed away, and she cared for her son-in-law's baby sister after the mother died in childbirth. The episode then covers Alice's later years as a grandmother, including her family's moves to California and Colorado, and her helpful nature with her grandchildren. Finally, Nicole and Diana talk about Alice's death in 1957 and list her children: Bert Cecil Harris, Ettie Belle Harris, and two boys who died in childhood. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links The Nurturing Legacy of My Second Great-Grandmother: Alice Frazier Harris - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 366: Using AI to Add Historical Context - Boston Union Workhouse and Sarah Jane (Miller) Creer
07/14/2025
RLP 366: Using AI to Add Historical Context - Boston Union Workhouse and Sarah Jane (Miller) Creer
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RLP 365: Thomas B Royston's Land and Headstone in Chambers County, Alabama
07/07/2025
RLP 365: Thomas B Royston's Land and Headstone in Chambers County, Alabama
Diana and Nicole discuss Thomas B. Royston's land and headstone in Chambers County, Alabama. Diana shares about her trip to Alabama, where she visited the cemetery where her third great-grandfather, Thomas, is buried and viewed the land he owned. They start with Thomas's life in DeKalb County, examining the 1840 census and questioning the identity of "F.B. Royston." The discussion moves to Thomas acquiring land through a federal land grant and his later move to Chambers County. Diana explains how she mapped Thomas's land plats using graph paper and discusses his real estate value in 1850. They then review the 1850 and 1860 censuses, detailing the growth of the Royston family and the lists of enslaved people on their plantation. The conversation covers Thomas's will, his death date, and his burial in Bethel Baptist Cemetery, where his Masonic marker is noted. They also discuss the significance of Thomas being a Royal Arch Mason and what this indicates about his status and affiliations. Listeners will learn about utilizing census, tax, and land records to trace ancestors and understand their history. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links Piecing Together a Family Story: Thomas B. Royston’s Land and Headstone in Chambers County, Alabama - D2 Biological Solution for Cleaning Headstones - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 364: How to Match Individuals in Old Photos Using Related Faces
06/30/2025
RLP 364: How to Match Individuals in Old Photos Using Related Faces
On the podcast episode, Nicole shares her experience identifying people in old family photos, specifically those of her great-great-grandparents, Daniel O'Connell Elder and Jessie Estelle (Ross) Elder, and their children. Nicole begins by describing a 1914 photo where only a few people are identified. She uses letters and information shared from a relative who was a DNA match to figure out who some of the people are. Then, Nicole discusses a tool called Related Faces, an online service that uses AI to identify people in photos. Diana explains that Related Faces works by analyzing facial features and creating a numerical signature for each face. The system then compares these signatures to find matches. Nicole tests this tool with more photos of the Elder family and demonstrates how she uses it to connect images of Charlie at different ages and to identify other siblings. Listeners will learn how to use both documentary evidence and AI tools to identify individuals in old photographs, which can greatly assist in genealogical research. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links See the photos discussed here: How to Match Individuals in Old Photos Using Related Faces - Finding Ancestor Photos with Related Faces - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 363: A Day at the Chamber County Courthouse: Tips for Success
06/23/2025
RLP 363: A Day at the Chamber County Courthouse: Tips for Success
This podcast episode discusses visiting county courthouses for genealogical research. Diana shares her experience at the Chambers County Courthouse in Alabama, where she researched her ancestor, Thomas Beverly Royston. She explains the importance of preparing a research plan before visiting, including creating a timeline and identifying potential records. She also mentions learning about what records are available beforehand, either online or by contacting the courthouse. Diana describes the process of researching at the courthouse, such as going through security, overviewing the books, and using index books to locate records. She discusses the excitement of finding original records and correcting errors from microfilm research. She also addresses challenges, such as distinguishing between mortgage and deed records. Diana outlines a system for tracking research, including using a notebook to note volume and page numbers, photographing records, and marking searches off the log. She also shares her process for entering the research into a digital log once home, including creating source citations and downloading images to Google Drive. Listeners will learn tips for preparing for and conducting research at county courthouses and how to manage and organize the findings. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links A Day at the Chamber County Courthouse: Tips for Success - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 362: A Day at the Alabama Department of Archives and History
06/16/2025
RLP 362: A Day at the Alabama Department of Archives and History
This podcast episode centers around Diana's research trip to the Alabama Department of Archives & History (ADAH) in search of information about her ancestor, Thomas B. Royston. Diana shares how she wanted to fill gaps in his timeline, particularly regarding his move to Chambers County, Alabama. She details the process of researching at ADAH, from registering and receiving a research card to working with archivists. Diana sought tax records specifically, as they often reveal residency. An archivist assists her, navigating the catalog and suggesting manuscript collections like tax assessments and court records. Although many items yield no information, they find an 1842 tax assessment listing Thomas B. Royston, which places him in Chambers County earlier than previously thought. She learns he owned slaves and certain items, and discovers details about his neighbors. Diana compares her findings at ADAH with what is available online and at FamilySearch. Diana also discusses using the library's books and discovering an 1855 state census record which lists the composition of Thomas B. Royston's household, including the number of enslaved individuals. This information adds to her knowledge of his life and property. Diana provides tips for researching at state archives, such as pre-visit research, using the online catalog, and asking archivists for assistance. Listeners will learn about the types of records available at archives, the research process, and how tax records and census records can add to genealogical research. They will also learn the importance of working with archivists and not solely relying on online sources. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links A Day at the Alabama Department of Archives & History: Thomas B. Royston’s Tax Record - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 361: Home Sweet Home - The House that Charles C. Creer Built
06/09/2025
RLP 361: Home Sweet Home - The House that Charles C. Creer Built
In this episode, Nicole and Diana discuss the ancestral home of Diana's great-grandparents, Charles Cannon Creer and Mary Margaret Peterson. Nicole introduces the topic of researching ancestral homes, emphasizing the importance of exploring the architecture and records like city directories, taxes, maps, and newspapers. Diana shares the story of Charles building a home in Spanish Fork, Utah, for his bride in 1892, which remained in the family for over a century. They talk about Charles' life, including his family background, education, and his work in farming and with his father in civic roles. Diana recounts how Charles gained construction experience and built the two-story home, which later expanded to accommodate their large family. The conversation also covers a significant incident where Mary suffered an accident that left her an invalid. Diana explains how this affected the family and their later years. They also examine the house's architectural style, using AI analysis and discussing features such as Gothic Revival influence, Classical Revival details, and Victorian-era vernacular. Diana shares research tips, including using title and deed records, census and city directories, historic and Sanborn Fire Insurance maps, newspapers, tax and building records, photographs, and architectural analysis. Finally, Diana highlights the discovery of the home's details in a 1908 Sanborn Fire Insurance map, which helps describe the materials and layout of the house. Listeners will learn how to research the history of an ancestral home using various records and tools, including AI analysis and historic maps. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links Home Sweet Home: The House that Charles C. Creer Built - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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360: The Indigo Girl – Eliza Lucas Pinckney in 18th Century South Carolina
06/02/2025
360: The Indigo Girl – Eliza Lucas Pinckney in 18th Century South Carolina
In Episode 360 of the Research Like a Pro Genealogy podcast, Diana and Nicole discuss Eliza Lucas Pinckney and her contributions to 18th Century South Carolina. They focus on Eliza's life, detailing her early years in Antigua and England, her move to South Carolina, and her management of plantations. They highlight Eliza’s interest in botany and her successful cultivation of indigo as a valuable export. The hosts describe Eliza's marriage to Charles Pinckney and her continued management of the plantations after his death. They also discuss the resources used to research Eliza, including her letterbooks and the historical fiction novel "The Indigo Girl" by Natasha Boyd. Diana and Nicole examine how Natasha Boyd used Eliza’s letters to inform her book and how she conducted research for the novel. The episode explores the historical context of Eliza’s life, including the challenges faced by women in Colonial America and the process of growing and extracting indigo dye. They emphasize how this research informed the author’s writing. Listeners will learn about Eliza Lucas Pinckney's significance in South Carolina's history, the research methods for historical fiction, and how to reconstruct ancestral stories through historical context and available records. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links “The Indigo Girl” – Eliza Lucas Pinckney and Her Contributions in 18th Century South Carolina - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 359: Belle Carpenter and 1875 Divorce
05/26/2025
RLP 359: Belle Carpenter and 1875 Divorce
This podcast episode focuses on the 1875 divorce case of Belle Carpenter and John W. Carpenter in Dallas County, Texas. Diana discusses discovering the divorce case while researching her ancestor, Isabella Weatherford. She shares how a newspaper article led her to find the court documents and describes using AI to transcribe and analyze the case file. They talk about the details of the court case, including Belle's accusations of cruel treatment and abandonment, John's response, and the final court decision. They talk about the process of using AI transcription tools and how accurate they are becoming and the process of generating a timeline using the AI transcription. Listeners learn about 19th-century divorce proceedings and women's legal standing in post-Civil War Texas. The episode covers the key events of Belle and John's short marriage, Belle's accusations against her husband, and the legal steps taken to obtain the divorce. They also discuss how AI tools are now capable of transcribing and analyzing historical documents. They cover how the AI generated a blog post about the court case. The discussion includes details like the date discrepancy on the marriage certificate and the challenges of collecting court costs. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links “Until Death Do Us Part… Or Five Weeks Later”: A Tale of Marital Woe in 1875 Dallas – Belle Carpenter vs John W Carpenter - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 358: Jemima Griggs and Joseph Knight Senior
05/19/2025
RLP 358: Jemima Griggs and Joseph Knight Senior
This podcast episode of "Research Like a Pro" focuses on the common ancestors of Joseph Knight Sr. and Jemima Griggs. Nicole shares how Joseph Knight Sr., who aided Joseph Smith Jr., is her half third cousin eight times removed, connected through her paternal grandmother's fourth-great-grandmother, Jemima Griggs. They both descended from John Knight. Nicole explains how she uses the Relative Finder application on FamilySearch to find genealogical connections. Diana and Nicole talk about the multiple common ancestors they discovered between Nicole's son and Joseph Knight Sr. They trace John Knight’s ancestry, including his five marriages and connections to the Massachusetts Bay Colony. The episode continues with a discussion about Joseph Knight Sr.'s life, his involvement with Joseph Smith Jr., and his contributions to the early Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Nicole then shares information about Jemima Griggs, her marriage, and her children, noting that more research is needed on her life. Diana and Nicole also discuss the future research steps needed to verify records and dates for both Joseph Knight Sr. and Jemima Griggs. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links Jemima Griggs and Joseph Knight Sr. - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 357: AI and Full Text Search
05/12/2025
RLP 357: AI and Full Text Search
Diana and Nicole discuss using FamilySearch's Full-Text Search to make genealogical discoveries. Diana explains how the tool helped her find new information about her ancestor, Thomas Beverly Royston, after previous searches came up empty. She details how to find and use the Full-Text Search feature on the FamilySearch website and shares tips for refining searches to get the best results. Diana describes using keywords and date ranges to narrow down the matches and emphasizes how this tool allows one to find records that may not be indexed in traditional searches. The episode also covers how full-text search uses AI to transcribe handwritten documents and highlight search terms. Diana describes using other AI tools like Claude.ai and ChatGPT, along with Transkribus, to correct and summarize transcriptions. She shares a specific example of an indenture record and explains how ChatGPT summarized and explained the legal terms. Diana concludes by explaining how the document provided indirect evidence of family relationships and what future research she plans to conduct. Listeners will learn how to utilize FamilySearch's Full-Text Search and other AI tools to break down genealogical brick walls and discover new information. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links AI and FamilySearch Full-Text Search: Working Together to Make Discoveries - Full-Text Search: Find Records Faster with the Help of AI at the FamilySearch blog - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 356: Clarinda and Jerusha- Puritan Roots to Pioneer Legacy
05/05/2025
RLP 356: Clarinda and Jerusha- Puritan Roots to Pioneer Legacy
This podcast episode focuses on the genealogy of two women, Clarinda Knapp Allen and Jerusha Barden Smith, and their connection to early settlers and significant figures in American history and the Latter-day Saint movement. Nicole discusses her husband’s ancestry, specifically how his relatives married into the Hyrum Smith family. She then shifts focus to one of her own ancestors, Clarinda Knapp, whose relationship to Hyrum Smith’s wife, Jerusha Barden, becomes the central point of discussion. Diana and Nicole trace the lineage of both women back to their common ancestors, Caleb Knapp and Hannah Smith, who lived in the Massachusetts Bay Colony. They explain how Caleb's father, Nicholas Knapp, arrived in Watertown in 1630 and later moved to Stamford, Connecticut. The episode details the different paths taken by the Knapp descendants. Nicole shares how Clarinda Knapp's line stayed in Stamford and Danbury, and eventually clarifies her life events including her baptism into the Latter-day Saint church, her travels, and her family. Diana describes Jerusha Barden's line and how it also passed through Danbury before her marriage to Hyrum Smith and her baptism into the same church. The hosts examine the lives of both women, including their religious experiences and migrations, highlighting how their ancestry connects them to early American history and the beginnings of a religious movement. Listeners will learn how to follow ancestral lines, connect to historical events and figures, and understand how genealogy connects people and stories. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links Texas Institute of Genealogical Research (TIGR) TIGR Course 4 – Integrating AI into Genealogical Research and Writing Clarinda Knapp Allen and Jerusha Barden Smith - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 355: Anna Nash and the Cowderys: Uncovering Family Connections
04/28/2025
RLP 355: Anna Nash and the Cowderys: Uncovering Family Connections
This episode focuses on Anna Nash and the Cowdery family connections. Nicole and Diana discuss the genealogical links between Nicole's husband's family and Oliver Cowdery, a prominent figure in early LDS church history. They start with Oliver Cowdery's background, including his work with Joseph Smith and his later life. The episode then shifts to Oliver's half-sister, Phebe Lawrence Cowdery, and her marriage to Daniel Smith Jackson, who has a connection to Nicole's husband's ancestor, Anna Nash. The hosts explore Daniel Smith Jackson's life, his conversion to the church, and his family's migration. They then discuss Anna Nash's ancestry and her marriage to Alpheus Gifford, a missionary. The hosts share a story about Anna Nash and snakes, and her later life. The episode concludes with future research ideas, including determining baptism dates, exploring potential connections between Anna and Daniel in Butternuts, New York, and tracking Phebe Cowdery's migration. Listeners will learn about the family connections between these individuals, their roles in early LDS church history, and potential avenues for further genealogical research. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links Anna Nash and Phebe Cowdery, Oliver Cowdery’s Sister - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 354: Ancestors' Journals - Phinehas Richards in Church Archives
04/21/2025
RLP 354: Ancestors' Journals - Phinehas Richards in Church Archives
Nicole and Diana discuss the life of Phinehas Richards, Nicole's husband's 4th-great-grandfather. Nicole shares details about Phinehas's life, including his birth in Massachusetts, his marriage to Wealthy Dewey, and his work as a cabinet maker. She recounts Phinehas's conversion to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, his baptism by Brigham Young, and his ordination as a high priest. Diana talks about Phinehas receiving a patriarchal blessing from Joseph Smith Senior in Kirtland, Ohio. They then shift focus to Joseph Smith Senior, the father of the prophet Joseph Smith. Diana shares information about his life, his calling as a patriarch, and a revelation he received that is now Doctrine and Covenants section 4. Nicole explains how listeners can find the patriarchal blessings of their ancestors on The Church's website and shares her personal experience with requesting and transcribing her ancestors' blessings. Listeners will learn about the lives of Phinehas Richards and Joseph Smith Senior, their connections to early church history, and how to access patriarchal blessings online. They will also hear about the sponsor of the episode, Newspapers.com, and how it can be used for genealogical research. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links Phinehas Richards and Joseph Smith Sr. - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 353: Citing Digitized Records on Family Search
04/14/2025
RLP 353: Citing Digitized Records on Family Search
Nicole and Diana discuss citing digitized records from FamilySearch. Nicole explains that FamilySearch has billions of digitized records that can be attached, downloaded, or added to a research log. They emphasize the importance of precise source citations. Diana illustrates the challenge of citing digitized microfilm records, using an example from Russell County, Alabama's Orphan's Court Docket. She explains that the same record can be accessed through "Images" or the FamilySearch Catalog, resulting in different image numbers and citations. Diana discusses how viewing the same record through different "image group views" changes the image number and citation, even with the same URL. She shares tips for creating clear FamilySearch citations, including citing the physical information, digital information with the full URL, and the original holder of the image. Diana also mentions how cutting off the URL before the question mark leads to a different view of the record. Nicole reiterates the importance of using both "Images" and the "Catalog" for complete research and emphasizes that clear source citations allow researchers to return to the source at any time. Listeners will learn how to properly cite digitized records on FamilySearch, navigate different views of the same records, and avoid confusion in their genealogical research. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links Citing Digitized Records on FamilySearch - Women and the Law of Property in Early America by Marilynn Salmon - (affiliate link) Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 352: Levi Richards' Journal Account of Joseph Smith's First Vision
04/07/2025
RLP 352: Levi Richards' Journal Account of Joseph Smith's First Vision
Nicole and Diana discuss Levi Richards' journal account of Joseph Smith's First Vision. Nicole shares her personal connection to Levi Richards, who is her husband's 4th-great-granduncle and the brother of Willard Richards. They talk about Levi's life, his mission to England, and his role as a physician. They then focus on Levi's journal and its significance as a historical source, specifically the 11 June 1843 entry where Levi recorded Joseph Smith's testimony about the First Vision. Nicole and Diana compare Levi's account to other sources, including Joseph Smith's journal and the Nauvoo Neighbor newspaper, and they analyze the details of the meeting. Listeners will learn about the different accounts of Joseph Smith's First Vision, including the one recorded in Levi Richards' journal. They will also learn about the importance of Levi's journal as a firsthand historical source and how to analyze historical documents. Additionally, they discuss Levi's later life, including his marriage to Sarah Griffith, their mission together, and their son. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links Levi Richards’ Journal Account of Joseph Smith’s First Vision - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 351: Separating Women of the Same Name - Two Cleo Zinns
03/31/2025
RLP 351: Separating Women of the Same Name - Two Cleo Zinns
In this episode of Research Like a Pro, Diana and Nicole discuss the challenge of separating women with the same name in genealogical research, specifically focusing on two women named Cleo Zinn. Diana explains how she encountered a mystery DNA match that led her to research Mary Clem Carpenter and her daughter, Cleo. She discovers conflicting information about Cleo, including multiple husbands, death dates, and birthplaces. Diana details how she uses her Airtable research log to analyze sources and build a profile for Cleo Carpenter, starting with census records from 1910 and 1920. Diana shares how she uncovers the correct identity of Cleo E. Carpenter, who married A.B. Yeager and then Ralph Edward Zinn. She differentiates her from another Cleo Zinn, Cleo Redman, who married Cecil W. Zinn. Diana explains the clues she followed, such as Mary Clem Carpenter's obituary and school records, to solve the mystery. Listeners learn the importance of using a research log, analyzing records, and seeking out various sources like census, marriage, newspapers, and obituaries to separate individuals with the same name. Diana and Nicole also provide tips for correcting online trees and stating reasoning to help other researchers. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links Separating Women of the Same Name: A Tale of Two Cleo Zinns - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 350: Florence Creer Kelsey and Her First Job
03/24/2025
RLP 350: Florence Creer Kelsey and Her First Job
In Episode 350 of the Research Like a Pro Genealogy podcast, Diana and Nicole discuss Florence Matilda (Creer) Kelsey's first job. Diana begins by asking Nicole what she has been working on or reading. Diana recaps RootsTech, mentioning classes on AI, locality research, and transcriptions, as well as meeting listeners. Diana then introduces the subject of the episode by asking listeners if they remember their first job outside the home. She notes that ancestors also likely worked and faced challenges like answering to a boss and learning new skills. Diana shares that she is writing about her maternal grandmother, Florence, for her 52 Ancestor post, focusing on Florence's experience teaching school as a teenager. Diana recounts that Florence was born in 1892 in Spanish Fork, Utah, and was the oldest of twelve children. When Florence was about fifteen, her mother had an accident, and Florence and her sister began working outside the home. Nicole reads from Florence's history where she describes teaching at Castilla, a small town in the mountains. The episode discusses the history of Castilla as a recreational area with hot springs and excursion trains. They examine the students Florence likely taught, identifying them as the children of the Southworth family, with whom Florence lived. Diana and Nicole conclude by sharing that Florence, despite finding the job unpleasant, was proud to help her family and purchase items for herself and her parents' home. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links Florence (Creer) Kelsey and the Challenge of a First Job - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 349: RootsTech 2025 Tech Announcements
03/17/2025
RLP 349: RootsTech 2025 Tech Announcements
In this episode of Research Like a Pro, Nicole and Diana discuss several new genealogy tools and features. They cover the AncestryDNA "Matches by Cluster" feature, which is a visualization tool for Pro Tools users to identify related DNA matches. They also discuss the improved AncestryDNA feature that allows users to attach DNA matches' lines to their family trees. Nicole explains the updates to the FamilySearch catalog, focusing on the site architecture and place standardization. Diana shares information about the Ancestry Networks feature, which allows users to create networks of family and associates within an Ancestry tree. Nicole introduces the MyHeritage CousinFinder feature, a tool that finds cousins without DNA testing by searching for common ancestors in family trees. Diana talks about the Together app from FamilySearch, designed for families to share and save stories privately. Nicole mentions the DNA Painter Places feature, which maps ancestors' migrations by family line from a GEDCom upload. Listeners will learn about new tools and features for AncestryDNA, FamilySearch, MyHeritage, DNA Painter, and Newspapers.com to enhance their genealogy research. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links New Features and Apps Announced at RootsTech 2025 - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 348: William Kelsey's Diary and Spiritual Manifestations
03/10/2025
RLP 348: William Kelsey's Diary and Spiritual Manifestations
In this episode of Research Like a Pro, Nicole and Diana discuss their ancestor, William Henry Kelsey, and the spiritual manifestations he recorded in his diary. They explore William's early life in England, his conversion to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and his missionary service. The discussion includes details about William's family, his various residences, and his marriage to Harriet Huggett. Nicole shares specific entries from William's diary, including accounts of spiritual experiences he had as a child and visions seen by others during his missionary service. The conversation also covers William's migration to Utah and his life there. Listeners will learn about the historical context of early members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links William Henry Kelsey’s Diary and Spiritual Manifestations - AI Workbook - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 347: Effie Kelsey and BitterSweet-A Poem, Researching Material Culture
03/03/2025
RLP 347: Effie Kelsey and BitterSweet-A Poem, Researching Material Culture
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RLP 346: The Mystery of Claude "Dock" Harris' Nickname
02/24/2025
RLP 346: The Mystery of Claude "Dock" Harris' Nickname
Diana and Nicole explore the mystery of Diana's great-grandfather's nickname, Dock Harris. They discuss how his name was recorded as D.H., Dock H., or Dock in records, which was puzzling because it seemed like a nickname. They explain how this caused confusion for Diana's father, Bob, when he began researching the family history. Bob knew his grandfather as Grandpa Harris and had no other information to go on. The family bible even listed his name as Dock Harris. The hosts talk about how further research revealed that Dock's actual first name was Claude. They share details from a World War II draft registration card where Claude Harris is listed with Dock's birthdate and other identifying information. The card was dated 25 April 1942 and listed his address as Diamond, Missouri, an unusual location for Dock. As the hosts explain, additional research into Dock's medical records revealed that he was briefly away from the state hospital in Vinita, Oklahoma, where he was living at the time. This allowed him to register for the draft under his given name of Claude. They consulted multiple AI models and the 1880 census to determine if "Dock" was a common nickname in Texas. The hosts found that "Dock" was used as an informal or affectionate name for men and was derived from "Doctor." They confirm that Dock was a common nickname in Texas and conclude that Claude Harris went by the nickname Dock. Listeners will learn how to research nicknames and discover the value of using AI and census records to learn more about their ancestors. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links The Mystery of Claude “Dock” Harris’ Nickname - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 345- Edward Raymond Kelsey- Horseman and Sheriff's Posse Member
02/17/2025
RLP 345- Edward Raymond Kelsey- Horseman and Sheriff's Posse Member
In this episode of Research Like a Pro, Diana and Nicole discuss how to choose a favorite photo out of a large collection. Diana shares a photo of her grandfather, Edward Raymond Kelsey, on his horse, Pal, and talks about his love for horses. She experimented with using AI to analyze the photo and shares her findings. Diana used Mark Thompson's Historical Photo Analyzer custom GPT and was impressed with the results. The AI provided details about the setting, clothing, and objects in the photo. With the additional information Diana provided, such as her grandfather's name, the AI was able to give more specific details. Diana also shares the results of her additional research about the photographer and the Cassia County Sheriff's Mounted Posse. Listeners will learn how to use AI to analyze their own historical photos and will be inspired to research the stories behind their favorite photos. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links Edward Raymond Kelsey – Horseman and Sheriff’s Posse Member - Mark’s Historical Photo Analyzer - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 344: Colonial American Research and “The Peopling of British North America"
02/10/2025
RLP 344: Colonial American Research and “The Peopling of British North America"
In Episode #344 of Research Like a Pro, Nicole and Diana discuss Colonial American Research. Diana explains the difficulties of finding the original immigrant for ancestors who immigrated during the colonial years. Nicole suggests learning from historians who have studied immigration patterns and developing a hypothesis based on what is known about ancestors and their groups. They introduce the book "The Peopling of British North America: An Introduction" by Bernard Bailyn as a resource for understanding colonial immigration. Diana and Nicole discuss the book's value for genealogists and its four propositions. They explore how the propositions connect to genealogical research and provide examples of how to apply them to specific ancestral lines. Nicole highlights the importance of understanding immigration patterns and using historical context to form hypotheses about ancestors' origins and motivations for immigration. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. --Edit to the podcast: Bailyn died in 2020 not in 2000. -- Links Colonial American Research and a Review of “The Peopling of British North America: An Introduction” by Bernard Bailyn - The Peopling of British North America: An Introduction by - * and The American Farmer in the Eighteenth Century: A Social and Cultural History - by Richard Bushman - * *This is an affiliate link. Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 343: Turn Your Family Tree into a Book with Rebecca Shamblin
02/03/2025
RLP 343: Turn Your Family Tree into a Book with Rebecca Shamblin
Nicole and Diana interview Rebecca Shamblin, genealogist, speaker, author, and blogger, about turning your family tree into a book. Rebecca gives an overview of her two books, "Leaving a Legacy: Turn Your Family Tree into a Family Book" and "Building a Legacy: A Guide to Combining Ancestry.com and Family Tree Maker." The hosts and Rebecca discuss the five phases of creating a family history book: planning, researching, writing, printing, and distribution. They talk about choosing a subject and the technical aspects of the book in the planning phase. In the research phase, they cover using Family Tree Maker and interviewing relatives. For the writing phase, they discuss using the Family Book Creator plugin and its features, such as adding images and creating a table of contents. In the printing phase, they talk about using Lulu.com and the choices involved in printing. For the distribution phase, they cover pricing, copyright, and selling the book. Listeners will learn how to turn their family tree into a family book. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links Review of Leaving a Legacy: Turn Your Family Tree into a Family Book - Producing a Family History Book with Family Book Creator - Introducing "Leaving a Legacy:Turn Your Family Tree into a Family Book" - Family Book Creator Workshop - Winter 2025 - Rebecca Shamblin Speaking Page - Rebecca's Facebook Group, "Leaving a Legacy: Researching & Writing Your Family History Book" - Free! Rebecca's Word Template for Narrative Biographies (regularly $4.99) Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 342: Joseph Lee Robinson and the Book of Covenants
01/27/2025
RLP 342: Joseph Lee Robinson and the Book of Covenants
In this episode, Nicole and Diana discuss Joseph Lee Robinson and the Book of Covenants. Joseph Lee Robinson was Nicole's husband's 4th-great-grandfather, who joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1836. He wrote an autobiography in 1883, where he described his conversion and testimony. The hosts explain the religious fervor in the United States during that time, known as the Second Great Awakening. They discuss Joseph's conversion experience, his brother Ebenezer's role in introducing him to the Church, and Joseph receiving a copy of the Book of Covenants. The podcast then explores the history of the Book of Covenants, its original name, and the process of its compilation and publication. Listeners will learn about the early history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the significance of the Book of Covenants, and gain insights into the personal experiences of one of their early converts. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links Joseph Lee Robinson and the Book of Covenants - Joseph Smith Papers - Church History Catalog - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 341: The Value of Negative Evidence
01/20/2025
RLP 341: The Value of Negative Evidence
In today's episode of Research Like a Pro, Diana and Nicole discuss the value of negative evidence in genealogy research. They explore the case of Henderson Weatherford, who was long assumed to be the son of William Weatherford. However, a careful examination of William's probate records reveals that Henderson is not listed among the heirs. Additionally, tax records show that Henderson disappeared from the tax rolls between 1861 and 1862, and his property was subsequently listed under his son-in-law's name. The absence of a probate file for Henderson in Dallas County further supports the theory that he was not related to the established Weatherford family in the area. The hosts emphasize the importance of thoroughly searching available records and documenting negative searches. By paying close attention to what is missing from the records, researchers can disprove family relationships, narrow down time periods for events, and find new research directions. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links - https://familylocket.com/the-value-of-negative-evidence-what-henderson-weatherfords-absence-reveals/ Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 340: Using AI to Analyze Tax Data
01/13/2025
RLP 340: Using AI to Analyze Tax Data
In this episode of Research Like a Pro, Nicole and Diana discuss using AI to analyze tax records. Tax research involves a lot of data, and once you've extracted the data, analyzing it can be a challenge. Diana explains how she exported data from Airtable into a CSV file, and Nicole explains how she used Claude AI to create a table from the data. Diana provides an example of how she used the AI analysis to gain new insights into Jefferson Weatherford, an early settler in Dallas County. Diana shares a case study of Henderson Weatherford, demonstrating how the tax records revealed his connection to Samuel H. Beeman and Henderson's death or move by 1865. Nicole shares technical tips for refining a narrative using AI and incorporating the data into a research report. Diana discusses the benefits and limitations of using AI for tax record analysis, emphasizing how it enhanced her analysis and saved writing time while also providing new insights. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links Using AI to Analyze Tax Data in a Research Log - Claude AI - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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RLP 339: Customizing an Airtable Research Log for Tax Records
01/06/2025
RLP 339: Customizing an Airtable Research Log for Tax Records
In Episode #339 of Research Like a Pro, Nicole and Diana discuss customizing an Airtable research log for tax research. Tax records are invaluable for genealogy research because they were taken annually, filling in the gaps between federal censuses. The challenge is finding a good way to track and analyze the data. Airtable is a favorite research log tool, and by adding a linked table to the log, researchers can tame tax data and make it work for them. Diana shares a case study using her ancestor, Henderson Weatherford, who resided in Dallas County in 1860 and appeared on a tax list that same year. She wanted to track the Weatherfords who showed up in Dallas County by 1850 to see if there was any connection to her ancestor. Nicole explains the technical setup in Airtable, starting with the RLP with DNA 4.0 (2024) Airtable base template and adding a new table by matching the headings in the new table to the headings on a tax list. Diana explains how she analyzes the data in the Airtable research log by grouping the tax table by an individual to view their economic status. She gives practical applications of her research process and concludes that tax records are valuable in genealogy research. Listeners will learn how to use Airtable to track and analyze tax data to further their genealogy research. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links - https://familylocket.com/customing-an-airtable-research-log-for-tax-research/ Back to the Basics with Tax Records - RLP with DNA 4.0 (2024) Airtable base template - Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - and spiral bound - Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - - independent study course - - upcoming group and email notification list - Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on , , or . Subscribe on or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
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