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The Photo Detective

Maureen Taylor
Genealogy
Family History
Photography
Photo Preservation
Social Media
Food Photography
Family Photos
History Of Food Imagery
Digital Photography
Camera Collection
Photo Reunion
Content Authenticity Initiative
Digital Photo Organization
Camera Obscura
Maureen Taylor
Julian Rebelo
Storytelling
Large Language Models
Memories
Ancestry.com

Join The Photo Detective, Maureen Taylor, each week as she discusses historical photos and how they fit into your family history. From ancestor identification to photo preservation, The Photo Detective Podcast covers it all. Featuring special experts from genealogy, fashion history, photo history, and restoration, it’s a not-to-miss for photo fans, genealogists, and lovers of history.

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In this episode, Maureen Taylor speaks with Glen Meakem, founder and CEO of Forever.com. Glen shares his inspiration for starting the company in 2012—recognizing a gap in long-term, secure, digital storage for family memories. Forever offers users a ... more

Ron Coddington, editor and publisher of Military Images magazine, joins The Photo Detective podcast to share his journey from teenage Civil War photo collector to leading a respected history publication. He discusses the legacy of Civil War portraitu... more

In this episode, Griff (Bill Griffing), the mind behind the Spared and Shared websites, shares how he turned his post-retirement passion for Civil War history into a monumental historical preservation project. Transcribing over 15,000 letters—mostly ... more

In this episode of The Photo Detective, host Maureen Taylor welcomes Emily Banas, Associate Curator of Decorative Arts and Design at the RISD Museum, to explore the captivating world of French wallpaper. Their discussion centers on The Art of French ... more

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Glen Meakem
CEO and founder of Forever.com
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Episode: How Forever.com is Revolutionizing Digital Memory Preservation
Ron Coddington
Editor and publisher of Military Images magazine, collector of Civil War photography.
Military Images
Episode: Military Images Magazine’s Ron Coddington Shares the Stories Behind Civil War Photos
Bill Griffin
A former environment, safety, and health director turned Civil War historian and letter transcriber.
Spared & Shared
Episode: Spared and Shared: How One Man Made Civil War History Accessible to All
Evan Friss
Historian and author of The Bookshop, A History of the American Bookstore
James Madison University
Episode: A History of the American Bookstore with Author Evan Friss
Diahan Southard
Your DNA Guide and author of Monday Minutes
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Episode: Diahan Southard’s ‘Monday Minutes’: Transforming Personal Reflections into Genealogical Gold
Rick Voigt
Co-founder and CEO of Vivid Vex, with a long history in the photo industry.
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Episode: The Photo Marketplace Shift: What It Means for Your Memories
Brian Rhinehart
Owner of civilwarrecords.com, specializes in Civil War Records
Civil War Records
Episode: Digging Into Civil War Pension Files with Brian Rhinehart
Barbara Tien
Ringleader of Project Kin
Project Kin
Episode: Exploring Project Kin: Barbara Tien's Community for Storytellers and Genealogists
Seth Rockman
History professor at Brown University and author of 'Plantation Goods, A Material History of American Slavery'
Brown University
Episode: Seth Rockman on Plantation Goods: Unveiling Material History of American Slavery

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Maureen Taylor
Host of The Photo Detective Podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • Thank You!

    I always enjoy listening to your podcasts. Very interesting content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunny 🌻
    United States5 months ago
  • Love this podcast! Look forward to new episodes.

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    2 years ago
  • Love this podcast! Look forward to new episodes.

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    2 years ago
  • Story behind Lincoln

    Fascinating episode! I shared it with a friend who is a big Lincoln buff. Perfect timing for Presidents’ day tomorrow.

    I listen to this podcast every Sunday 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nkcreative
    United States3 years ago
  • Great info!

    Loving this podcast! So many great little nuggets in every episode.

    - Angel Swon

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The conversational style and expert insights make it a top recommendation for those interested in historical photography.
The podcast is praised for its engaging and informative approach, often leading listeners to share episodes with peers.
Listeners appreciate the fascinating content, particularly enjoying the connections made between photographs and family history.
Many find the discussions enlightening, offering useful tips and practical advice on preserving family memories.

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How Forever.com is Revolutionizing Digital Memory Preservation
Q: Can you tell us about Forever, specifically on a new user?
Forever is designed to be a permanent digital home for memories, allowing users to store, organize and share their photos and videos safely.
Military Images Magazine’s Ron Coddington Shares the Stories Behind Civil War Photos
Q: What has surprised you during your time as editor of Military Images magazine?
The amount of old material that is coming out is astounding, especially unique images that collectors and families continue to find.
Spared and Shared: How One Man Made Civil War History Accessible to All
Q: What has been the impact of your project on historians and genealogists?
Griff mentions that many do not know their ancestor's letters exist, and discovering these letters provides them with invaluable insights into their family history.
Spared and Shared: How One Man Made Civil War History Accessible to All
Q: Can you tell us about your background and how you got started with the project?
Griff shares that he was originally in the science field as the Environment, Safety, and Health Director for national laboratories, but developed a passion for Civil War history upon retirement, prompting his project to preserve historical letters.
Digging Into Civil War Pension Files with Brian Rhinehart
Q: What kind of basic information do they need?
Ideally, you should know your soldier's name and regiment, but knowing the state and the wife's name can help especially if you don't have the regiment number immediately available.

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This podcast explores the intersection of historical photographs and family heritage, focusing on how these images connect individuals with their ancestry and the pivotal role they play in personal narratives. Listeners can expect insightful conversations with experts across varied fields, including genealogy, historical research, and photo preservation. Each episode addresses practical methods for identifying ancestors in photographs, preserving family memories, and understanding the cultural impacts of photography throughout history. The content is particularly valuable for those interested in genealogy, historical photography, and the stories that images can tell about the past.

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1. The Genealogy Gems Podcast with Lisa Louise Cooke - Your Family History Show
2. Family Tree Magazine Podcast
3. The Genealogy Guys Podcast & Genealogy Connection
4. Genealogy Happy Hour
5. Ancestral Findings

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Recent guests on The Photo Detective include:

1. Glen Meakem
2. Ron Coddington
3. Bill Griffin
4. Evan Friss
5. Diahan Southard
6. Rick Voigt
7. Brian Rhinehart
8. Barbara Tien

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