Ancestors and Algorithms: AI for Genealogy
BrianStuck on a family history brick wall? It's time to add the most powerful tool to your genealogy toolkit: Artificial Intelligence. Welcome to Ancestors and Algorithms, the definitive guide to revolutionizing your family tree research with AI.
Forget the hype and confusion. This isn't just another podcast about AI; this is your hands-on, step-by-step masterclass using AI. Each week, host and researc... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 43 | Founded | 10 months ago |
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Most genealogists search 4-6 databases and miss 70% of the records that exist for their ancestor. In this episode, we fix that.
If you have ever searched Ancestry, FamilySearch, and a couple of other databases and still hit a wall, this episode is f... more
Every family has a story that got quietly handed down across the generations. A birthplace. A number of children. One marriage, one life, neatly summarized. But what happens when you sit down with the actual records and the story doesn't match?
In t... more
If you have Scottish Highland ancestry and your family tree hits a wall before 1855, this episode was made for you.
In Episode 36 of Ancestors and Algorithms, Brian traces a MacLeod family from the Isle of Skye using three AI tools and a research wo... more
Three records. Three completely different birthplace answers. A German Lutheran church register from Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania says New York. The 1880 US Federal Census says Germany. A Pennsylvania death certificate says Pennsylvania. All three... more
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This is a great tool that gives you many choices using AI for genealogy! Going down the rabbit hole but sources are given with perplexity as a workhorse. Thank you
Apple Podcasts5geniemom3
United States4 months ago - Excellent Teacher
I’m really enjoying listening to your podcasts. They are very clear and easy to listen to and follow along. A great way to learn how to use AI without being overwhelming.
Apple Podcasts5Jaypm55
Australia4 months ago - Great show!
One of my favorite podcasts. I learn so much in every episode and even go back and re-listen because it’s hard yo absorb so much information. Brian is a great teacher and this show is a perfect mix of information, advice, how-tos, and even some humor.
Apple Podcasts5NMBlittUnited States5 months ago - Real practical step by step info
Great podcast! Most other AI info I’ve found is vague and general. This podcast gives you specific step by step instructions to put to use in your genealogy.
Apple Podcasts5TheFax2022United States7 months ago - Practical!
I have binged them all on a day. Practical information you can go with right away. The prompts are great, and I do the homework LOL I consider myself an intermediate Ai user and these episodes really broadened my imagination.
Apple Podcasts5MkmccarrellUnited States8 months ago
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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This series positions AI as a practical research assistant for genealogy, offering hands-on workflows that combine AI tools with traditional record analysis to break through brick walls. Episodes emphasize careful reasoning, source evaluation, and transparent documentation, using tools like AI chat systems, handwriting transcription, and multi-document analytics to surface, organize, and verify ancestral connections across eras and regions. Unique strengths include repeatable methodologies, explicit prompts, and a strong emphasis on ethics and GPS (genealogical proof standards) while showcasing diverse case studies—from Irish and Italian migrations to land records and historical newspapers. Potential listeners who want actionable, tool-assi... more
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