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The Genealogy Guys Podcast & Genealogy Connection

George G. Morgan & Drew Smith
Myheritage
Familysearch
Genealogy
Rootstech
Vivid-Pix
Ireland
Findmypast
Ancestry
DNA Testing
DNA Research
Nathan Dylan Goodwin
Irish Genealogy
Civil War Records
Sephardic Jews
Genealogy Guys Learn
23andme
Genealogy Research
Rootsmagic
Research Preparation
National Archives and Records Administration

"The Genealogy Guys" are two avid genealogists who host a weekly chat. The podcast includes news of the genealogy community, book and software reviews, guest interviews, and a lot of fun chat.

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Latest Episodes

The Guys are celebrating 20 YEARS of the podcast!

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• MyHeritage is making a landmark move to Whole Genome Sequencing for its at-home DNA test. See blog.myheritage.com/2025/10/myheritage-upgrades-its-dna-tests-... more

The Guys are celebrating 20 YEARS of the podcast!

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• RootsMagic has released RootsMagic 11, with a cleaner interface, better searching, the ability to create and save AI prompts with the AI Prompt Builder, and more powe... more

The Guys are back after an extended health crisis.

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• MyHeritage added 540 million historical records in May and 1.25 billion records in June! Among these are 731 million records from French newspapers, part of a push ... more

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• MyHeritage added 235 million historical records in February and 794 million historical records in March.

• MyHeritage released a new DNA facility named Ancient Origins, with which you can trace your origins back 10,0... more

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Recent Guests

Jarrett Ross
Genealogy vlogger and expert in Sephardic genealogy
Episode: Genealogy Connection #086 - Jarrett Ross, the GeneaVlogger
Brian Rhinehart
Owner of civilwarrecords.com
civilwarrecords.com
Episode: Genealogy Connection #085 - Brian Rhinehart, Civil War Records
Donna Moughty
Expert in Irish genealogy and research trip leader
Episode: Genealogy Connection #84 - Donna Moughty, Irish Research Expert and Research Trip Leader
Diahan Southard
DNA expert and speaker
23andMe
Episode: The Genealogy Guys Podcast #423

Hosts

Drew Smith
Host of the podcast, an experienced genealogist and educator.
George G. Morgan
Co-host and a knowledgeable genealogist with vast experience in the field.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 299 ratings
  • This was my first time listening to your podcast, and I enjoyed hearing the stories, records/repository/events updates. I will return.

    Audible
    5
    BebeLei
    United States3 months ago
  • Love this podcast! Look forward to new episodes.

    Podcast Addict
    AudioAddict
    3 years ago
  • Love this podcast! Look forward to new episodes.

    Podcast Addict
    AudioAddict
    3 years ago
  • Great Ideas and Information

    I took in my Mom and all of the old family archives a few months ago. We have spent many hours getting everything scanned and stories written down. (Priceless)

    George and Drew has great information on how to organize and research our family genealogy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ertnog
    United States3 years ago
  • This conversation has given me energy to keep my enthusiasm going to research my family further and teach others.

    Audible
    5
    Denise C
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The hosts are seen as relatable and knowledgeable, contributing to a loyal listener base that values their insights and community involvement.
Many appreciate the variety of topics covered, from software recommendations to discussions on historical documents, making it relevant for all levels of genealogists.
Listeners praise the engaging and informative nature of the content, often highlighting the hosts' expertise and approachable style.

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Apple Podcasts
#245
United States/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#92
United Kingdom/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#29
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#244
Australia/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#3
New Zealand/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#29
New Zealand/Leisure

Talking Points

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The Genealogy Guys Podcast #437
Q: What tool do you recommend for organizing tasks in genealogy projects?
I recommend Trello as a great organizational tool for managing genealogy projects.
The Genealogy Guys Podcast #433
Q: What are some recommended reference materials for using AI in genealogy research?
You won't find much in the way of published material since it's a new topic, but check webinars on Legacy Family Tree and follow genealogists who are presenting on AI.
Genealogy Connection #085 - Brian Rhinehart, Civil War Records
Q: What do you offer in terms of, I mean, you've described the different kinds of records?
I look at three main record groups for Civil War soldiers: pension files, compiled military service records, and carded medical records.
The Genealogy Guys Podcast #422
Q: Could you give hints on how to find my four-times grandfather?
You may need to explore New York State censuses, city directories, and be careful with spelling variations.
The Genealogy Guys Podcast #422
Q: What is your opinion on uploading Ancestry DNA results to MyHeritage versus taking the MyHeritage DNA test?
It's beneficial to have both results on MyHeritage as it may offer additional features unique to their testing.

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Content revolves around the latest developments in genealogy, providing insights on tools and resources pivotal for both novice and seasoned genealogists. The hosts engage deeply with their audience by sharing listener emails, providing practical tips for research, and discussing significant events within the genealogy community. Topics frequently include updates on genealogical software, archival records, DNA testing advancements, and community activities such as RootsTech, showcasing a strong commitment to promoting genealogical education and collaboration.

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