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What if the most powerful way to strengthen your family’s future is to look to the past?

I’m Crista Cowan, known online as The Barefoot Genealogist. I created this podcast to inspire you to form deeper connections with your family - past, present, and future. All families are messy and life is constantly changing but we don’t have to allow that to disconnect us. I’ve spent my whole life discove... more

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Chosen family and Jewish roots run so deep in New Hampshire's Lakes Region that two families spent generations wondering where one ended and the other began. In this episode, Jewish genealogy researcher Nancy Kotz and award-winning journalist Lynne S... more

What must it feel like to grow up knowing your mother walked out the door when you were just three years old and never came back? After Nicole Palsa heard her great-grandmother’s heartbreaking story, she spent the next twenty years searching for answ... more

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What would you do if a single letter revealed that everything you thought you knew about your family was only half the story? Scott Pratt walked into a historic Brooklyn church as part of Ancestry's powerful documentary Railroad Ties expecting to fin... more

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He buried a fortune in gold under a bent white oak. Then he died before anyone could find it.

My 6x great-grandfather Abraham Kuykendall lived 93 extraordinary years. He survived colonial America, fought in the Revolution, crossed the frontier with ... more

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Nicole Palsa
Guest sharing her family history discoveries
DNA and genealogy researcher
Episode: Virginia: One DNA Match and a Woman Who Didn’t Want to Be Found (with Nicole Palsa) | Episode 109
Scott Pratt
Guest; descendant of African slaves and subject of the documentary narrative
Episode: New York: A Melting Pot of Resilience (with Scott Pratt) | Episode 108
Maureen Taylor
The Photo Detective, president of the Rhode Island Genealogical Society
Rhode Island Genealogical Society
Episode: Rhode Island: A Spirit of Independence (with Maureen Taylor) | Episode 106
Mike Brousseau
Guest from Vermont who shares family and regional histories, including Vermont's French-Canadian connections
Private individual
Episode: Vermont: Conversations of Green Mountain Kingdoms (with Mike Brousseau) | Episode 105
Caitlyn Bruns
From Kentucky; genetic scientist turned strategic partnerships lead at Ancestry
Ancestry
Episode: Kentucky: Postmasters & Snapping Turtles (with Caitlyn Bruns & Paul Abell) | Episode 104
Paul Abell
Caitlyn's father; long-time Kentucky native with deep family roots and post office lineage
Family
Episode: Kentucky: Postmasters & Snapping Turtles (with Caitlyn Bruns & Paul Abell) | Episode 104
Arlene Rome
Cousin, share of family history and heirlooms
Family member (husband/family ties discussed)
Episode: Louisiana: Red Lipstick, Hidden Heirlooms, and Family Secrets (with Arlene Rome) | Episode 101
Lisa Fanning
Board member of the National Genealogical Society, expert genealogist
National Genealogical Society
Episode: Indiana: Been Here All Along (with Lisa Fanning) | Episode 100
Larissa Lam
Music executive, singer, songwriter, and documentary filmmaker
Giant Flashlight Media
Episode: Mississippi: Finding Far East in the Deep South (with Larrisa Lam) | Episode 99

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Crista Cowan
Host of the show, widely recognized as The Barefoot Genealogist; leads conversations that blend personal family narratives with research strategies.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 314 ratings
  • Love this podcast!

    So enjoy all the great stories that Crista rounds up for this podcast! I am the genealogist for our family and have been inspired to collect all the stories now. I have listened to all the podcasts and can’t wait for the new ones! I also appreciate all that Crista has taught me about the ancestry.com website through her zoom classes. She’s the best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mickey fan!
    United States3 months ago
  • New windows into the family living room

    Family history is more than the piles of old letters that I am now sorting through now, some 30+ years after my grandmother passed away, which describe the early years of Hawaiian Pineapple when she and my grandfather were “two of the eighteen whites on the island [Lana’i].” I would love to have heard the stories in person.

    The importance of hearing these stories in person either from those who have lived them or are reliving them by passing them on is one of the most important aspects of this p... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hokuiole
    United States4 months ago
  • This is my favorite!

    This podcast just checks all the boxes for me! Wonderful everyday people as guests, bubbly and interesting host, great historical stories, and of course genealogy tips along the way. I’ve listened to all the episodes, and consume the next one the morning it drops. Sometimes I just miss Christa so I go back and listen to one of the older ones again. So very fun, and she is the perfect host for this format.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nan_w_a_plan
    United States8 months ago
  • Thank you for the Stories

    I appreciate the podcast. As our “family story keeper” I have been gathering out stories for over 60+ years. I have tried to pass them on by writing them down and telling them. I always love hearing other people’s stories. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MahotaRose
    United States9 months ago
  • Inspiring and informative!

    Family, connection, belonging. We long for it! These stories inspire and encourage me to learn more about my own family and give me more tools to do so!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SaJaHaMa
    United Statesa year ago

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Many appreciate the host's clear cadence and ability to pull meaningful narratives from family records.
Listeners praise the storytelling warmth and emotional resonance of family histories.
Guests are described as relatable everyday people with rich histories and plenty of genealogy tips.

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Rhode Island: A Spirit of Independence (with Maureen Taylor) | Episode 106
Q: What sparked your interest in Rhode Island and your family's history here, given your Rhode Island roots and connections to the mills?
She shares growing up in Rhode Island, discovering family ties to local mills, and how the Rhode Island environment—its villages and immigrant stories—drove her passion for uncovering context behind photos and family histories.
Rhode Island: A Spirit of Independence (with Maureen Taylor) | Episode 106
Q: Tell us a little bit about how you got into the Photo Detective business.
Maureen explains that she started in a historical society library and, through recognizing the connection between photographs and research, decided to work independently as a photo detective, eventually gaining prominence after being named by the Wall Street Journal.
Mississippi: Finding Far East in the Deep South (with Larrisa Lam) | Episode 99
Q: What do you think is next in your family storytelling now that your daughter's getting a little bit older?
Larissa is exploring more of her husband's maternal family history, which like their previous research, also ties back to the Chinese Exclusion Act and contributes to a broader American narrative.
Mississippi: Finding Far East in the Deep South (with Larrisa Lam) | Episode 99
Q: What were some of the challenges that you faced or things you had to learn fast in order to make this happen?
Larissa faced challenges in tracking down elderly interview subjects and piecing together a cohesive story from extensive research and interviews, with much valuable material left unused.
Illinois: Scoundrels and Scandals (with Sue Talbot) | Episode 98
Q: What were some significant discoveries you made while researching your family history?
Susan discovered her great-great-grandfather's scandalous life, including his embezzlement and the impact it had on his family living in Chicago.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Stories That Live In Us

What is Stories That Live In Us about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A deep dive into family histories, personal memory, and intergenerational healing, with guests often sharing heirlooms, letters, and photographs that illuminate immigrant journeys, migrations, and community ties. The conversations weave emotional storytelling with practical genealogy insights, highlighting how documents, artifacts, and living narratives help shape identity and resilience across generations. Listeners can expect a warm, person-centered approach that blends detective work in records with intimate family moments, making it a compelling fit for those who love family history, heritage, and personal legacy. A standout element is the emphasis on connecting past and present to strengthen family bonds and future narratives, often th... more

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