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Journeys into Genealogy podcast

Emma Cox
Genealogy
Family History
DNA Testing
Census Records
National Archives
Military Records
Ancestry
The Gentleman's Magazine
World War I
Glasgow and West Of Scotland Family History Society
Jamaica
Irish History
Chancery Records
Scotland
London
Family Search
Surrey History Centre
Australia
Michael Sweeney
Dennis Cronin

Genealogy podcast covering family history, research, tips, stories, interviews and more. Stories and interviews with people from the UK, USA, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa amongst others.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes140Founded6 years ago
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Janet shares how to find records for female ancestors and to enrich their stories by adding social history. We talk aout women's roles over the centuries, work, running a household, women's rights and more plus details of the courses Janet is doing a... more

Ariel takes us on a tour of Portuguese records in both Portugal and Brazil. We discuss archives, naming conventions, geography, history, digitization and more.

An interview with Corinne Hogan (librarian) and Georgina Thompson (archivist) of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. We talk about history, what records are available (you may be surprised as to what is covered), Sweeney Todd, Elizabeth Garrett... more

Cathie Sherwood talks about Queensland history, the records that are available and where they can be found. These include newspapers, electoral rolls and education records.

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Corinne Hogan
Access and Engagement Manager at the Royal College of Surgeons of England
Royal College of Surgeons of England
Episode: The Royal College of Surgeons of England
Georgina Thompson
Assistant Archivist at The Royal College of Surgeons of England
Royal College of Surgeons of England
Episode: The Royal College of Surgeons of England
Cathie Sherwood
Australian professional genealogist, educator, and speaker
Ancestor Discovery; Family History Academy
Episode: Queensland records and Australian wills with Cathie Sherwood
Paul Jagger
Member of The Heraldry Society; court assistant of the Worshipful Company of Information Technologists
The Heraldry Society
Episode: The Heraldry Society with Paul Jagger
Elizabeth Burling
Liz, leader within the London, Westminster and Middlesex Family History Society
London, Westminster and Middlesex Family History Society
Episode: London Westminster and Middlesex Family History Society with Elizabeth Burling
Hugh O'Neill
Guest who pieced together his past through research and DNA testing
Genealogy researcher and interviewee
Episode: My mysterious father with Hugh O'Neill
Denyse Allen
Family historian, writer and founder of Chronicle Makers
Chronicle Makers
Episode: Using AI in family history with Denyse Allen
Brita Wood
Founder member and long-time committee member of Fachrs (Family and Community Historical Research Society)
Family and Community Historical Research Society (Fachrs)
Episode: Family and Community Historical Research Society with Brita
Richard Hartley
Author of a one-place study of Pirbright, author of pirbrightpropertieshistory.com
Independent genealogist focusing on Pirbright, Surrey
Episode: Pirbright - a one place study with Richard Hartley

Host

Emma Cox
Host of Journeys into Genealogy

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Great FYM review

    As a newbie to FTM but not genealogy or other software, I enjoyed this episode. I know I’ve made the right choice to swap databases. TY.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaypm55
    Australia7 months ago
  • Emma is wonderful!

    I had such a great experience being interviewed on Journey’s into Genealogy. Emma has such a genuine love for history and uncovering the stories of the past…it really shines through in the way she guides each conversation. I am inspired by her work and would highly recommend listening to her.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Life Stories with Steph
    United Statesa year ago
  • Anthony Adolph Episode

    Anthony Adolph starts off by saying that online ancestry sources should not be trusted and are not accurate then proceeds to recommend online sources. Regarding ignoring hints on ancestry sites, how patronising to assume that most people do not carefully research birth records, baptism, marriage, death, wills, military records, old books etc. He clearly thinks that those that use ancestry record sites are gullible in the extreme, or, he himself is out of touch.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Northoaks33
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Dead Fred - What a legend!

    An interesting story from a generous legend. We all forget how much hard work goes in to the information we access.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CommonDove
    Australia3 years ago
  • For the serious researcher

    A podcast for the serious family researcher. So informative! Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WillaClementine
    United States3 years ago

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Some negative feedback cites audio issues in a few episodes.
Guests appreciate the thoughtful, practical approach to genealogy topics.
High-quality interviews that balance depth with accessibility.
Listeners praise clear guidance and credible guest lineups.

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Researching Portuguese Ancestors with Ariel McDonald-Smith of Family Search
Q: What practical tips would you give for someone starting to research in a Portuguese-speaking country?
Educate yourself on geography first, use the Family Search Wiki for country-specific guidance, leverage district archives online when possible, and consider a local researcher for on-site work while starting online with Family Search collections and images to locate clues.
Researching Portuguese Ancestors with Ariel McDonald-Smith of Family Search
Q: What records exist in Portugal, and how can researchers access them online or on-site?
There are rich birth, marriage, death, burials, probate records, and church censuses; many are digitized and accessible via district archives or Family Search catalogs, with some records only viewable on-site due to privacy or partial digitization.
Researching Portuguese Ancestors with Ariel McDonald-Smith of Family Search
Q: Is Portuguese research easy or difficult, and what should people expect when starting?
Portuguese research is rewarding but hinges on understanding geography and naming customs; there are many records, especially parish and civil ones, and success comes from learning how records are organized by district and how spellings can vary over time.
Researching Portuguese Ancestors with Ariel McDonald-Smith of Family Search
Q: So I'm really looking forward to finding out about this one. Your role within Family Search, as a country experience manager, what do you actually do?
I oversee the user experience on familysearch.org and related apps, ensuring access to resources is intuitive and locally relevant, including guiding people to district archives and supporting their interactions with archives worldwide.
The Royal College of Surgeons of England
Q: What notable historical figures or milestones are discussed in the RCSE collections?
Key topics include Elizabeth Garrett Anderson's struggle to gain admission for women, the evolution of MRCS/FRCS exams, and Gillies's development of plastic surgery during WWI, including patient case notes and the interdisciplinary care model at Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup.

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This show centers on practical genealogy research, archival resources, and personal storytelling from researchers, historians, and enthusiasts around the world. Episodes frequently explore how to locate records, navigate archives, and interpret materials across countries (notably the UK, Canada, Australia, and parts of Europe), with guests ranging from archivists and society leaders to software developers and authors. A standout trait is the mix of hands-on research guidance (search techniques, record sets, access rules) with human-interest journeys, such as DNA-powered discoveries, regional archives explorations, and technology-assisted storytelling. Listeners likely include serious family historians, archive researchers, and professionals... more

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3. Cathie Sherwood
4. Paul Jagger
5. Elizabeth Burling
6. Hugh O'Neill
7. Denyse Allen
8. Brita Wood

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