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Hittin' the Bricks with KathleenMoSGA with Michelle: The Family Business ResearcherLet us know what you think!Michelle Spencer, the family business researcher, shares details about the upcoming Missouri State Genealogical Association (MOSGA) conference on August 8-9.MoSGA Conference:Register at mosga.org for the conference on August 8-9 at the Missouri State Archives in Jefferson City.Registration is just $55 for non-members, $50 for members.https://www.mosga.org/Check out Michelle's business:RomaMaryGrace combines genealogical expertise with historical context, particularly focused on family business research.https://romamarygrace.com/2025-07-2726 min
Hittin' the Bricks with KathleenTracing Diseases: Epidemics Shaped Our Family Trees?Let us know what you think!Medical mysteries lurking in your family tree might hold the key to understanding sudden disappearances, unexplained relocations, or clusters of deaths among your ancestors. When traditional genealogy methods hit a wall, epidemic research could breakthrough those brick walls.Ready to uncover the medical history hiding in your family tree? Email hittingthebricks@gmail.com to request one of our DNA test kit giveaways (Free pickup in Kansas City or $10 shipping elsewhere in the USA) and start building a more complete picture of your ancestors' lives and challenges.Be...2025-07-1121 min
Hittin' the Bricks with KathleenPursuing Your German Past: A Chat With Sue SchlichtingLet us know what you think!Ever wondered what secrets your German ancestors might be hiding? You're not alone. 44 million Americans claim German heritage, making Germans the largest immigrant group in United States history.Join us with expert Sue Schlichting, founder of Pursuing Your Past, for tips and resources to uncover your German ancestors. Pursuing Your PastFamilySearch Research Wiki#germangenealogy #midwest #Lindsborg #Volhynian #Germans #kansasBe sure to bookmark linktr.ee/hittinthebricks for your one stop access to Kathleen Brandt, the host of Hittin' the Bricks with K...2025-06-1724 min
Hittin' the Bricks with KathleenWeston History: BAAC to the Future by Way of the PastLet us know what you think!Listen in as we speak with Angela Hagenbach and Vincent Bell about keeping Weston MO, history alive.FREE EVENTThe 5th Annual Juneteenth Heritage Jubilee will be held on June 14th at Weston Red Barn FarmThe BAAC sponsors projects including a Black Heritage mural, monuments, and the annual Juneteenth Heritage JubileeFounded by Angela Haggenbach, the Black Ancestors Awareness Campaign uncovers the rich and obscured African American history of Weston, Missouri.Jazz KC Portraits by Dan White sponsored by...2025-06-0238 min
Hittin' the Bricks with KathleenUnraveling Forensic Genealogy With Juli WhittakerLet us know what you think!Unlock the secrets of forensic genealogy in this episode of Hittin’ the Bricks with Kathleen! Genealogist Julie Whittaker specializes in military repatriation, mineral rights, and the legal complexities that shape this growing field.Whether you're curious about how forensic genealogy solves cold cases, supports legal claims, or connects families to long-lost ancestors, Julie shares real-world insights from her work with attorneys, specialized projects, and beyond.Thinking about becoming a forensic genealogist or just want to understand what it rea...2025-05-2327 min