Join me on February 11th for my From Research to Novel webinar. form.jotform.com/260106872645... #writingcommunity #genealogy #historicalfiction

All the little red dots letting me know about the massive AT&T WiFi outage. This mean I’m currently paying for WiFi that doesn’t exist.

Find Your Center & Discover the Culture, Cuisine, and Community of Avoyelles Parish in Central Louisiana. New #BigBlendRadio Podcast: youtu.be/NdpVTcSptzA?... #TravelLouisiana #Louisiana #CENLA

In my “to-do” list notebook I wrote “March 9 at 10am” and absolutely no clue as to what that means. #winning

You probably know Wikipedia, but do you know about Wikibooks? You can find a wide variety of educational material on Wikibooks, covering subjects from programming and mathematics to cooking and languages. Plus, GENEALOGY! #familyhistory

Free United States Online School Records - Updated An often neglected source of #genealogy information is School Records. They can provide age/birth, parental, and other useful data. With new additions, there are 2,730 Free Online School Record Collections. buff.ly/pk5zjt9

If you have European heritage—I have a website for you! Check out “Europeana.” It “…provides cultural heritage enthusiasts, professionals, teachers, and researchers with access to Europe's digital cultural heritage.” Perfect for adding historical context to your Family Tree! (Link in next window)

Not everyone fought for independence. Some backed the Crown, lost everything, fled to Canada, and your family never mentioned it again. Here’s how to find your Loyalist ancestors anyway. #revolutionarywar #genealogy #familyhistory

January is Urban Renewal month. If your family’s neighborhood was bulldozed in the 1950s-70s, I’m spending the rest of the month showing you the records that still exist. #familyhistory #genealogy

I see lots of posts about using AI to translate old documents or simply read sloppy handwriting. Some love it. Some hate it. Regardless of personal opinion, AI is advancing & not going anywhere. Learning to use it for our Family History research is both a valuable and inevitable tool. ➡️

While not specifically about Genealogy or Family History — I’m still sharing this site (because it’s cool.) Behold! The Wold Map of Human Ideas!!

Visit the Newspaper Research Academy at buff.ly/KY7qA3E #genealogy

Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter (516) 785-5220 3320 Beltagh Avenue , Unit Wantagh, NY 11793 We're still searching for a peaceful adult only forever home for MELIA. She can live with cats. no dogs. She enjoys car rides, walks, playing, running and sitting by your side while getting belly rubs.

7 January 10.30am Zoom Discussion Group with Ann Clarke: Do you feel a bond to any particular ancestors? Do you have favourites? www.nwkfhs.org.uk/events/branc... #NWKFHS #Kent #Genealogy

My goal for 2026 is to make genealogy accessible for people whose ancestors were left out of traditional records. I want to show you that your story is still findable. Everyone deserves to know where they come from. Remember: Family history is history—unfiltered and unedited. #familyhistory

I’m (technically) still on winter break, but am itching to get back to work. What are we all working on in 2026? What are your #FamilyHistory goals?

Bonus points if you also include her parents: “Daughter of Sam Smith and Alberta (nee Miller).” You will be thank for generations to come for this kindness. 😊

I’ve been on a break and it has been lovely. I didn’t realize how stressed and worn out I was. But, now that break is coming to an end and I need to get back to it. What are you 2026 family history goals? #genealogy #familyhistory

Get a Taste of #Africa on #BigBlendRadio now w/ travelers, writers & authors Jeff Spear, Elsa Dixon, Barbara Redding, Debbie Stone, Judy Karnia, Linda Ballou, James Michael Dorsey + Robert Schueller of Melissa's Produce. Listen: youtu.be/mXrhGVV16P4?... #FoodieFriday

If you’re looking to learn about your family history this holiday season, hire a local genealogist. Look online for a person near you instead of going won’t a large company. A local genealogist will be more hands on & available to fit your specific needs. 🙂 #genealogy #familyhistory

Rob Reiner either made your favorite movie, or made somebody you know’s favorite movie. If you’re a Californian, he’s also part of the reason you or your friends can get married. He has changed more lives for the better than this asshole commenting on him ever did.

Join us for a swapping of holiday stories, and perhaps a little inspiration to help you through the fuss of the weeks to come from our Speakers’ Corner holiday with @jennifer-jones.bsky.social . Find your local time and register to get your personal Zoom link here: tockify.com/eventscalend...

Singer-songwriter & author Alex Woodard talks about Ordinary Soil, a powerful #novel that blends science, environmental urgency, and generational trauma to explore farming, mental health, and hope rooted in the land. youtu.be/Nd_GNoSmfZY #agriculture #environmentalscience

PSA: Those holiday gatherings are prime time for oral history interviews! Ask Grandma about her childhood before Uncle Bob starts his political rants. Bring a recording device. (On top of your phone. Record with 2 devices to ensure you capture every word.) #familyhistory

Filmmaker Nick Davis discusses his new documentary "This Ordinary Thing," exploring extraordinary acts of courage and humanity during the #Holocaust. Watch: youtu.be/ib5YhB5Os-w?... #WWII #ordinaryheroes #Documentary

Supporting small businesses today? Your ancestors probably were small business owners too! This #SmallBusinessSaturday, celebrate by discovering your family’s entrepreneurial roots. DM me to start your genealogy journey! #FamilyHistory

Normal people at holiday parties: "Pass the eggnog!" Me: Cornering my Great-Aunt to ask why her grandfather changed his surname in 1923 and if the rumors about the horse theft were true. #familyhistory #thanksgiving #holidayplans

Wellness tip: Do some genealogy research. Find a family tree connection to European nobility. Discover your bloodline claim to a small principality. Draft a formal letter to the UN. Commission a crown. It’s called manifesting. #genealogy #familyhistory

Here is another issue with AI that needs to be recognized. Humans are erratic and impulsive. When everything is curated by AI we will lose the narrative voice of humanity. The one that isn’t what the algorithm thinks it should be. And, in turn, we lose ourselves. observer.com/2025/11/ai-p...

The best part of discovering dramatic family history events before the holidays is realizing the non-living ancestors will provide prime conversation fodder so I don't have to gossip about the living ones. You're welcome, family! #Genealogy #HolidayPrep #ThankYouAncestors

October 30! Crystal Lorimor, Anthony Atkins, and Jason Garczyk are sharing this incredible program they’ve come up with in Belmont County, Ohio. Connecting land records to GIS coordinates and creating lookups by people! There's still time to join us live: tockify.com/eventscalend...

Up, up, and away over Napa Valley! 🎈✈️ Debbie Stone takes us to Yountville, a charming village full of art, wine, history, and hot air balloon magic. 🍷🎨Article & Podcast: blendradioandtv.com/listing/make... #NapaValley #California #WineLovers

On this day in 1850, suffragists gathered in Worcester, Massachusetts for the first National Women's Rights Convention—a pivotal moment in the fight for women's equality. Curious if your ancestors were part of this movement? Here are two free resources to start your search:

The government has been shut down since an October 1st, and I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling it. So, I wrote up a list of places to help you continue your research, without access to the National Archives. Check it out below! #genealogy

A lot of generation la claim their generational name later in life, but I’m wondering which one - Generation Z or Generation Alpha - will be later dubbed “Generation AI.” My guess is Generation Alpha. Thoughts? Share below!👇 #generations #genealogy

On this quiet Friday afternoon as the US and Canada prepares for a three-day weekend, I had the fun of chatting with Emma Cox of the Journeys into Genealogy podcast about her Emma Explores program next Thursday. #familyhistory #genealogy #GenHour

Guys!! Huge Ancestry DNA update!! 🤯 #genealogy #ancestrydna #familyhistory

Celebrate #NationalDessertMonth & #NationalCookieMonth with The Peanut Patch! In this #BigBlendRadio podcast, Donna George discusses fall favorites like peanut butter cookies, candy, fudge, pumpkin spice treats & more. Listen: youtu.be/ySO0fl__1Uo?...

It’s is a toxic trait when you interrupt every family story with, “Well, actually, if you look at the 1900 census…” when no body asked? Asking for a friend… #genealogy #familyhistory #toxictrait

Have you been thinking about transforming your family history into a story or a novel? Join me October 29th & the Klamath County Library (Zoom) for the FREE From Research to Novel Webinar & Story Seed Workshop. To learn more (& to sign up) head over to the Klamath County Library & sign up today. 👇

Today, I’m off to the library! As I pack up my supplies, (snacks, power cables, list of things I hope to discover), I remember that wearing layers when doing genealogy research is key. Libraries are either Arctic tundra or the tropics. There is no in-between. #genealogy #familyhistory #librarylife

RootsTech Registration is now open! This amazing conference will be held March 5-7, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Register at www.familysearch.org... Joining from home? You can register for free at www.familysearch.org... Will I see you there? #genealogy #familyhistory

And #AATP25 is underway. Such a lovely way to share the joy of research, exploration, and maybe a story or two from history. If you’re one place curious, THIS #OnePlaceWednesday is the day to get started. Learn more 👇 It’s an honor to join in on this project.

Travel journalist Kristy Tolley shares highlights from her new book "100 Things to Do in North Carolina Before You Die" Reedy Press — from hidden gems and fall foliage to food trails, music history, and coastal adventures. 🎧 Listen: youtu.be/B2_lv5NiCW4?... #NorthCarolina #TravelGuide #BigBlendRadio

The story of one of my Revolutionary War ancestors will be posted at 8 am on 23 September at billmooreny.substack.com. Come join in our celebration of USA's 250th birthday.

After years of complaining about cancel culture, the current administration has taken it to a new and dangerous level by routinely threatening regulatory action against media companies unless they muzzle or fire reporters and commentators it doesn’t like.

Just a reminder that PBS has a streaming service and if you now have some extra cash for streaming you should really consider spending it there

In honor of #NationalPetMemorialDay, we are revisiting this Spring 2025 episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Show that focuses on life after loss for both pets and their humans. Featuring Angela Laws and @leabro1.bsky.social blendradioandtv.com/listing/life...

Maybe AI can now read old handwriting & suggest record matches you’d never find manually. BUT remember, AI suggestions are starting points, not undisputed truth. Always verify AI with multiple sources. Use artificial intelligence as your research assistant, not your decision maker. #genealogy

Family History Tip: Don’t just search Ellis Island. Your ancestors might have arrived in Boston, Baltimore, New Orleans, or even crossed the Canadian border. Also, search ship manifests for traveling companions. Look for relatives or people from the same village. #genealogy #familyhistory