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Family Tree TalkHow helpful can AI really be for genealogy?Podcast cohosts Nathan Ward and Helen Tovey are joined this week by a very special guest - genealogy AI guru Carole McCulloch. They ask her the how, what, why of using AI to help us with our family histories. Tune in to find out - is AI for you? And how can it really help you accomplish more in your genealogical research?
2025-12-2246 min
Weekly LIVE Updates at ProjectkinProjectkin Live: Looking at the Week Ahead with Jennifer JonesThank you Kathy Stone, Linda Teather, and really all of you for joining us in today. These sessions are always a fun way to stay connected as a community and look ahead to the coming week. As you probably know, you can now use the Substack app 👇 for mobile devices to view and record your own Live sessions. For our family history community, I’ve also posted a recording about Getting Started with Live in our January program MissionGenealogy.org/office-hours.I’ve discovered that by tracking the chat thread on my desktop browser while broadca...
2025-04-1336 min
Silver On the SagePhillip FerrierAn informative and thoughtful interview with current Associate Director of Camping, Phillip Ferrier.  We discuss the dynamic aspects of Human Resources - from staff training and discipline to cultural diversity and inclusiveness. We also consider the recruitment needs for future staff and participants.Notable Links:Sherry Hamilton, Cimarron High School art teacher, organizes international trips for the high school kids through a group she’s called the Cimarron World Travelers. Elevation Sound & Events BSA Experience:Camp Tapico (Michigan Crossroads Council) - Summers of 2002-2007 & 2010-2012: Counselor in Traini...
2023-06-271h 03
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersPiecing together your Past Ch. 5: Using Vital Records for Genealogy ResearchVital records, such as birth, marriage, and death certificates, are a valuable resource for genealogy research, providing important information about your ancestors' names, dates, and places of significant life events. In this chapter, we will explore the ins and outs of using vital records for genealogy research and show you how to make the most of this valuable resource.
2023-01-1407 minEssential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersPiecing together your Past Ch. 4: Tracing your Ancestry through Census RecordsCensus records are a valuable tool for genealogy research, providing valuable information about your ancestors' names, ages, occupations, and places of residence. In this chapter, we will explore the ins and outs of using census records for genealogy research and show you how to make the most of this valuable resource.
2023-01-1305 minEssential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersPiecing together your Past Ch. 3 Online Resources for Genealogy ResearchIn today's digital age, the internet has become an invaluable tool for genealogy research. With just a few clicks of a button, you can access a wealth of information and resources that can help you to build your family tree and uncover your ancestry. In this chapter, we will explore some of the best online resources for genealogy research and show you how to make the most of them.
2023-01-1206 minEssential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersPiecing together your Past Ch 2. Getting OrganisedOne of the keys to successful genealogy research is organization. As you gather information and build your family tree, it can be easy to become overwhelmed by the sheer amount of data that you collect. In order to stay on track and make the most of your research, it's essential to set up a system for organizing your information from the very beginning.
2023-01-1105 minEssential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersPiecing together the Past Ch 1. Introduction to Genealogy ResearchWelcome to the exciting world of genealogy research! Genealogy, also known as family history research, is the process of tracing your ancestry and building a family tree. Whether you are just getting started or have been researching your family history for years, this chapter will provide an overview of the basics of genealogy research and help you understand what you need to know to begin piecing together your family's past.
2023-01-1105 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersCoaching Ancestral Storytelling Jan Feb 2023An introduction to the learning, resources, and outcomes of the Coaching course for Ancestral Storytelling scheduled for Jan/Feb 2023.
The course is discounted by 2/3 as a Christmas offer. Instead of $150 you only pay $50.
There are 12 modules, 75 lessons (predominantly video), and 4 live masterclasses: Jan 7 and 21; Feb 4 and 18.
Enrol here:
https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com/courses/coaching-ancestral-storytelling
Throughout this course, you will have plenty of opportunities for peer learning and social learning. Discussions are available in each of the Modules right here on the course's site, and you are also invited to...
2022-12-0617 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersThe Essential Genealogist ToolkitIn this episode I feature my favourite genealogy tools, resources and knowledge banks for my Personal Genealogy Network.
Recommended Links:
Toolkits
Ancestral File:Â https://mlfhs-online-shop.myshopify.com/products/9424Â
Family Search:Â https://www.familysearch.org/australia/Â
Australian Family History Archives:Â https://www.bdm.vic.gov.au/Â
Resources
Genealogy Courses: https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/genealogy and https://www.pharostutors.com/Â
Diploma of Family History:Â https://www.utas.edu.au/courses/cale/courses/r2h-diploma-of-family-historyÂ
Preserving Family History Academy:Â https://coach...
2022-11-2528 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersConflict at Hanging Rock: Second Interview with Author Pauline WilsonIn this interview, Pauline shares her writing and publishing process for her Historical Fiction book, Conflict at Hanging Rock.
This debut novel is a tale of two families who over nearly a century clash over the use of land at Hanging Rock. A story of the struggles both within the families and between them. Based on true events, this is a great read.
You can buy the book directly from Pauline at:
paulinewilson.com.au
Special Offer:
First three who sign up for Pauline's Newsletter after listening...
2022-09-2324 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersFamily History Scrapbooking With Robinette WilsonIn this episode Robinette Wilson describes the process of preserving her Taylor Family history (her maternal line) using MixBook. A labour of love in creating a family history scrapbook enabled her to share her research information, photos, original documents and memorabilia to share with her Mom and family members.
Advantages of using MixBook include:
incorporating a Family History templatecollaborating with others on the draftenabling family members to order their own copy onlinethe flexibility of content arrangement and finished hard or soft coverseasy to use program
You can check out MixBook here: https://www.mixbook.com/
2022-09-0220 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersThe Creative Family HistorianPrudence Dwyer is The Creative Family Historian who provides other genealogists and family historians, with tools, resources, and courses on preserving family history.
Visit her website at:
https://www.creativefamilyhistorian.com/
In this podcast episode, Prudence illustrates her own special strategies for writing compelling ancestral stories and describes a plethora of templates to help storytellers along the way.
Be sure to check her website for this fabulous freebie to get you started in recording your ancestral research:
Essential Ancestor Discovery Worksheet
View and subscribe to Prudence's videos...
2022-08-1634 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersInterview with Andrew RedfernIn this podcast, Andrew introduces us to the history of the Redfern family and their prominence and influence in the town of Redfern, Sydney, Australia.
The suburb of Redfern is named after Andrew's third great, uncle, Dr. William Redfern, who was initially transported to Australia as a convict in 1801.
Learn more about this fascinating history of the Redfern family and how Andrew made the discovery of an unpublished manuscript of Dr. William Redfern, by Blanche Dunlop, in the State Library of NSW.
Read some of Andrew's blog posts here:
https://andrewredfern...
2022-04-0530 min
94twenty podcast94twenty podcast – Episode 83Featured Artist – Sarah McCulloch –
In this episode of the podcast, we discuss some positive feedback we received about our podcast. And how there really is no one right way to do things in the music industry. Also how it’s ok to rewrite your songs, even over time. Our featured artist is Sarah McCulloch and she answers our “Questions of the Week.”
Make sure you subscribe on the digital platform of your choice, so as to not miss out on an episode – and leave a comment or review to let us hear from you!
Links from t...
2022-03-2534 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersInterview with Wendy Percival: Author - Esme Quentin Genealogical Crime Mystery seriesWendy discusses how the Esme Quentin series began and her tips on writing Genealogical Mysteries.
Quote for the day:
Genealogical Mystery writers provide the elusive WHY - to fill in the gaps in an ancestral story.
Find Wendy's book at her website here:
https://www.wendypercival.co.uk/
Read her bite-sized blog here:
https://www.wendypercival.co.uk/blog
Join her along with other Genealogical Mystery writers in the Facebook Group for Genealogical Crime Mystery Club at:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/902684053599239
2022-03-1830 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersDay 0: Personal Genealogy Network Challenge: Introduction
•10 days – 10 topics – 10 live casts – special guests
•Daily activities – posted via email and in here
•Varied times for live casts to suit an international audience
•Schedule is in Files
•Available after in the PGN and YouTube channel
•Choose Connection – it's all about networking
•Ultimate aim is – to grow your Personal Genealogy Network
•Learning to use Trello – collect the template to get started
https://trello.com/b/DuAs1Gfw/personal-genealogy-network
2022-03-0707 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersInterview with Jamie Wasilchenko: Professional GenealogistJamie Wasilchenko is passionate about her work as a Professional Genealogist and Heirloom Preservationist.
In this episode, Jamie shares her earliest adventures in family history as a nine-year-old child listening to stories from her paternal grandfather; and traveling with her step-mother on research trips.
Jamie has a unique skill-set in Genealogy and Preservation: Her services include:
Family Tree FoundationsBranches & LeavesBrick Wall ResearchThe DIYer PackageMapping & Trip PlanningAncestral BiographiesHeirloom Preservation & DigitizationTechnology & OrganisationRecord RetrievalsConsultations
Her advice to researchers is to get micro local, visit archival repositories in person if you can, but even if...
2022-02-2422 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersInterview with Eilene Lyon: Family HistorianIn this podcast, Eilene shares her experiences in researching her family ties and writing their stories in her blog at Myricopia.com.
Eilene is a member of the National Genealogical Society in the U.S. and will be presenting at their Family History Conference in May, in Sacramento, California. Her topic is Immortal Words: Keep Your Family History Alive with a Lively Blog and is currently scheduled for Friday, May 27.
Her first family history book called Fortune’s Frenzy: A California Gold Rush Odyssey is due out from TwoDot in 2023.
2022-02-1825 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersInterview with M.K. Jones author of MAZE InvestigationsMary shares her love of Genealogy and Writing in this episode. Please find the six books in the MAZE Investigations series at her website here: https://mkjonesauthor.com/
I highly recommend that you subscribe to the MAZE Investigators Newsletter; where you’ll find updates on the next books in the series, Mary's ongoing research, and exclusive access to the “Maze Reports”, a series of papers written by the Investigators on the cases that go on behind the scenes:
Mary recommends the following resources:
Genealogical Crime Mystery Book Club...
2022-02-0134 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersInterview with Genealogist Anne YoungInterview with Anne Young: my recommended
Geneablogger for the month of January 2022
View her blog posts here:
https://anneyoungau.wordpress.com/
For more Podcasts from Genealogists visit The Essential Genealogist episodes 1-24 from seasons 1-3.
https://pod.co/essential-habits-for-genealogistsÂ
Find more tips for Genealogy by enrolling in this FREE course
https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com/courses/genealogytips2022
2022-01-1227 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersTwice Removed: Interview with Natalie PithersNatalie Pithers shares her own style of genealogy and ancestral storytelling in this final episode for Season 3.
Natalie invites you to visit her website to find out more about tracing your family tree, the curious descendants clun and the podcast episodes on #Twice Removed.
https://genealogystories.co.uk/
For those interested in the Curious Descendants Club, find out more here and jump on the waiting list:
https://curiousdescendants.co.uk/
2021-12-0131 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersAncestral Research and Storytelling Reveals who you areSharing with you one of my very favorite pastimes genealogy today, In this episode, recorded for the Global Transformational Festival, I share my ideas on the importance of family history in shaping who you are.
Looking for more about me, head over to my new LinkTree
https://linktr.ee/coachcarole
2021-11-0611 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersConvict to Entrepreneur: Maria LordThe story of Maria Lord is one of courage in the face of betrayal. Her ability to survive and thrive, despite her transportation to Van Diemen's Land and what Edward Lord did to her, is a story that should be told. The brutal government of women in the colony, the biassed social rules of the early 1800s, and the losses suffered by female convicts are all part of Maria's story.
Further details of her story can be found online and in particular, in chapter 1 of Convict Women by Kay Daniels. In another blog post by blogger Lynley...
2021-10-1608 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersGenealogy Story Conversations: Episode 1 October 9Tips for writing ancestral stories from Coach Carole.
This series of 5 tips include:
Point of View, Plotter, Pantser, Planner, Adventurer
To join these conversations look for the Event notifications at:
https://www.facebook.com/coachcaroleonline
To gain access to my Academy Members Only Vault click here:
https://coachcaroleonline.com/membership
Get your free courses on Ancestral Story writing here:
https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com
2021-10-1011 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersWhy Genealogy Matters!Why Genealogy Matters; Series 1.
Step 1: Determine your Why
Step 2: Know where to look online
Step 3: Organise your Research
Step 4: Choose an ancestral story
Step 5: Select a moment in time
Step 6: Create the story focus
https://coachcaroleonline.com/2021/09/29/why-genealogy-matters/
2021-09-3006 min
DESPUES DE LA FIEBRE DEL OROPROG. 394 – 28-09-21 – Radio Arrebato – (September Songs)1.EARTH, WIND & FIRE – SEPTEMBER – 3:37
2.BARRY WHITE – SEPTEMBER WHEN I FIRST MET YOU – 6:52 (hasta 4:10)
3.ROD STEWART – SEPTEMBER IN THE RAIN – 2:56
4.BRIAN SETZER – SEPTEMBER SKIES (The Brian Setzer Orchesta 1994)– 4:09
5. CAROLE KING – IT MIGHT AS WELL RAIN UNTIL SEPTEMBER (The Dimension Dolls 1963) – 2:26
6.THE SHINS – SEPTEMBER (Port of Morrow 2012) – 3:33
7.JAMES TAYLOR – SEPTEMBER GRASS (October Road 2002) – 4:52
8.JOOLS HOLLAND AND HIS RHYTHM & BLUES ORCHESTRA (With Paul Weller) – SEPTEMBER IN THE RAIN – 3:12
9.BIG STAR – SEPTEMBER GURLS – 2:49
10.IAN McCULLOCH – SEPTEMBER SONG – 3:37
11.GREEN DAY – WAKE ME UP WHEN SEPTEMBER ENDS (American Idiot 2004) – 4:46
12.LOS FELIZ – NORIA (September) – 3:41
2021-09-2958 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersBarefoot to Boeings: Interview with Karen GuestKaren has written and published two books so far and a third is in progress.
In this episode, we unpack Karen's journey in writing the extraordinary story of an ordinary Aussie bloke, Brian, who dreamed of becoming a pilot; in the book 'Barefoot to Boeings'.
Brian says he now feels like a rock star, and others have been inspired to write their own stories.
You can order a copy of Karen's books from her website at:
https://karenguest.com.au/
Karen says she was inspired by my...
2021-09-1527 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersGenealogy Storytelling: Interview with Pauline WilsonConversation with Pauline Wilson, family historian from Yarrawonga, Victoria.
Pauline shares her love of genealogy and her latest family history book, as yet unnamed, and how that has evolved over the years.
Pauline's website is here:
https://www.paulinewilson.com.au/
Pauline describes herself as a writer, family historian and lifelong learner.
2021-09-0935 min
Journeys into Genealogy podcastOrganising family history research and stories - a conversation with Carole McCullochHow organized is your family history research? Have you recorded any family stories? Carole McCulloch shares some of the tools and systems she used to record her own family history and to create the genealogy courses she runs.Â
2021-08-2649 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersBush Poet: Interview with Annette RobertsHow does a Bush Poet preserve her family history?
Listen as Annette describes her process of creating traditional bush poems and how her search for family history eventually became family history books.
In this episode Annette recites two of the poems from her latest published book 'Lost for Words'.
If you would like to purchase a copy of "Lost for Words', contact Annette at:
arpoet54@gmail.com
2021-08-2435 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersGenealogy Research: Interview with Emma CoxEmma Cox from the Journeys into Genealogy Podcast joins me in this episode to unpack a few of her favourite strategies for organising genealogy research.
Emma Cox
Journeys into Genealogy Podcast
My free courses on Genealogy Story Writing are available in my CoachCaroleOnline Academy:
Blogging in the Past Lane
Family Story Magic
Next course available in August 2021 is:
How to Organise your Genealogy Research
2021-07-3032 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersSkinful: a memoir of addiction - Interview with Robyn FlemmingInterview with Robyn Flemming, Albury based Editor, Proofreader and Author; talking about her latest project, her journey and book.
Robyn is proud to announce the upcoming publication of her memoir, Skinful. Due for release in September 2021.
You can pre-order early in August. Find out more about Robyn Flemming at her website:
www.robynflemmingauthor.com
Note: site will be live in August.
Interested in a free course, to blog your ancestral stories? Try this one:
https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com/courses/BloggingInThePastLane
2021-07-2632 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersStories from Genealogists: Interview with Noel & Sarah McDonaldInterview with Sarah and Noel McDonald about their research into their family histories; with fame, nostalgia and intrigue.
Interested in a free course, to blog your ancestral stories? Try this one:
https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com/courses/BloggingInThePastLane
2021-06-2940 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersHistory from the Perspective of Historians: Interview with Terry StavridisInterview with historian Terry Stavridis, author or 'Tales from the last days of Anatolia'; a unique view of the turbulent history of the Ottoman Empire.
A collection of fictional short stories dealing with real events in Asia Minor (modern Turkey) during the dying days of the Ottoman Empire. These stories are based on fictional characters.
https://www.amazon.com.au/Tales-Last-Anatolia-Terry-Stavridis/dp/1545752826
Interested in a free course, to blog your ancestral stories? Try this one:
https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com/courses/BloggingInThePastLane
2021-06-1430 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersDabbleWriter for Genealogists: Interview with Jacob WrightAn interview with Jacob Wright, author and creator of the writing tool, DabbleWriter.
2021-05-1436 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersThe Bancroft Mysteries: Interviews with Martie OgbornIn this interview with second generation author, Martie Liter Ogborn, we discover the legacy of the Bancroft Mysteris written by her Dad, Bob Liter.
We learn how Martie has revitalised the five murder mystery novels and is writing a series of sequels.
https://bancroftmysteries.com/home
2021-05-0735 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersThe Talk Show for Talkers: Interview with Moira O'Brien and Paul O'MahoneyInterview with Moira O'Brien and Paul O'Mahoney from County Cork, Ireland.
Two of the Toastmaster trio who produce the The Talk Show for Talkers at: http://www.moiraobrien.com/tsft3/links.html
Ted Mellamphey is the initiator of the program which has been running since 2014.
2021-04-1130 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersEnthusiastic Amateur Genealogist: Interview with Paul ChiddicksInterview with Paul Chiddicks, author of the 'Dear Paul' Column for Family Tree Magazine.
Interested in a free course, to blog your ancestral stories? Try this one:
https://coachcaroleonline.thinkific.com/courses/BloggingInThePastLane
2021-03-2944 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersScience Fiction and all things Geeky!: Interview with Darrell PittInterview with Author Darrell Pitt, author of the Balloon Girls, published 2021.
Find Darrell's books here:
https://www.darrellpitt.com/
2021-03-2630 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersA Lasting Tale: Interview with Dimity BrassilInterview with freelance author and story collector Dimity Brassil.
A Lasting Tale
https://www.alastingtale.com/
2021-03-2519 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersThe Strength Within: Interview with Annie PatemanInterview with author Annie Pateman
The Strength Within is available here:
https://www.anniepatemanauthor.com.au/
2021-03-2423 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersAustralian BDM: Interview with Val Wilkinson #5Interview with Val Wilkinson, Genealogist
How to find and request BDM certificates in Australia
2021-03-0215 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersHow to find Death Notices: Interview with Val Wilkinson #1Essential Habits for Genealogists:
Interview with Val #1
How to Find Death Notices
2021-03-0120 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersHow to use Trove Newspaper Archives: Interview with Val Wilkinson #2Essential Habits for Genealogists:
Interview with Val #2
How to use Trove for Family History Research
2021-03-0138 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersUsing the Biographical Database Australia: Interview with Val Wilkinson #3Essential Habits for Genealogists:
Interview with Val Wilkinson
Using the Biographical Database Australia
2021-03-0114 min
Essential Habits for Genealogists & StorytellersImportance of Primary Sources: Interview with Val Wilkinson #4In this episode, Val Wilkinson, Genealogist shares her expertise in the importance of verifying research data by using primary sources.
2021-03-0125 min
Course Creators PodcastBuild Your Brand & Influence With Your Ancestral Story - with Carole McCullochThere is a lot to be said about understanding who we are from our past, where our roots are tied down from. They make up who we are as people. And if we can find ways to own our story, we can help more people. If we find ways to tell our story where we've come from, who we are, where we've been, we can capture people's hearts and minds, as well as determine our branding, the way we're going to come across in our marketing material, it will help us in so many ways.Â
2020-07-1628 min
No Challenges RemainingEpisode 153a: The NCRvision Song Contest!
We are beyond excited to bring you the NCRvision Song Contest, a celebration of and competition for the best songs inspired by tennis in the world! Ben and cohosts Carole Bouchard and Rene Denfeld walk you through the 26 songs which reached the final and are hoping for your votes. The ballot is here. Any questions, please ask!
Here's the running order, full of twists and turns and bops and jams.
Binge - "Vamos Rafa"
Robin Ward - "Wimbledon"
We Are the Physics - "Goran Ivanisevic"
Stagecoach - "Evonne"
Ivo Karlovic (Feat. Novak Djokovic) - "Moja droga je tenis"
Gino's Eyeba...
2016-05-131h 26