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Genealogical "brick walls" can last a short time or a lifetime. But have you ever thought of exchanging a brick wall with a research friend? There could be benefits in it for both of you!

Host Scott Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. The guys begin Family Histoire News with word that another casualty from Pearl Harbor has been identified through DNA and brought home to be buried with honors with his family. Hear the details. Then, a new document has raised a question. Did George Washington fire the first shot of the French and Indian War? Hear how this new take on history was developed. Next, a flea market in Texas has yielded a photo album of 19th century pix that have now found their way back to the family. A story in the Washington Post talks about the joys of researching peoples' own homes. It ties closely with family history. Hear some of the info you'll find in the story linked to at ExtremeGenes.com. Then, hear the story of a scientist who is learning how to collect DNA from hair without the roots! He's been collecting follicles from unknown crime victims and unknown killers. In the next segment, Fisher catches up with Dan Debenham, host of KBYU's Relative Race. Season Six is underway and Dan will tell you what's new for this go-round. Then, Steve Anderson joins Fisher for an update on his most bizarre family story. Steve first appeared on Extreme Genes back in 2015 when he revealed that DNA showed that his Dad, the head of a family of nine children, was not the bio-dad to any of them! Hear the latest, and hear about Steve's new book A Broken Tree: How DNA Exposed a Family's Secrets. Fisher and David then field a question on "Ask Us Anything," talking about an interesting probate record called a "Petition for Administration." Find out what family history gold these documents can reveal! That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

As if genealogy isn't complicated enough, imagine what it's like when you find ancestors with more than one surname? It happens more than you think, especially with French Canadian ancestors.

Recently, Fisher discovered something he hadn't come upon before… a marriage bond for his name line immigrant ancestors in London. What can marriage bonds tell you? Here's where to find out!

Host Scott Fisher opens Extreme Genes' 300 episode with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. The guys begin Family Histoire News with the latest on America's oldest living World War II vet. Hear the story of Laurence Brooks. Then, a Purple Heart awarded posthumously to an airman who died in the Battle of the Bulge has found its way back to the family. The guys then talk about a genie who spends his time making clients rich through his research. Catch the details. Next, it's a letter to Dear Abby complaining about a passionate genie mother. Is she, perhaps, too passionate? David's Blogger Spotlight this week shines on RootsTech.org/blog where Elizabeth Miller shares Ten Reasons To Attend RootsTech. Next, Fisher chats with Chris Child, Senior Genealogist of the Newbury Street Press and Editor of the Mayflower Descendant. Chris talks about his recent finds concerning Mayflower descendants through Y and mitochondrial DNA tests. He explains how one new find has given Mayflower ancestry to John Wayne and Winston Churchill! Then Fisher visits with Heather Ruth Pack, a Utah resident. Heather tells her story about a relative who was with her great grandfather when he died in the 1940s, and what he said eventually led her to his long-missing parents. It's another ordinary person with an extraordinary find. Fisher and David then tackle "Ask Us Anything." One question concerns the 1950 census. Another deals with colonial military records. Hear what the guys have to say. That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Once you've gone from the land of the researcher to the land of the researched, you no longer control what happens to your heirlooms and research records. Here's what you can do now!

Have you become reliant on online sites for your key records? If so, you're missing out on the thrill of the hunt the old fashioned way!

Host Scott Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. The guys open Family Histoire News with the story of the discovery of a 3,200 year old sword! Hear how and where it was found. Then, a stash of 18th and early 19th century family letters have been donated to an archive in Connecticut. Hear which family benefits from this great gift. Then, the guys talk about an 1890 scare involving library books and disease. Learn what triggered the concern and how long it lasted. David then reveals the new genealogical television show that's coming soon. Find out which network is carrying it and what it's about. David's blogger spotlight this week shines on Amie Tenant's blog on FamilySearch.org about the 1930s WPA interviews of formerly enslaved African-Americans. Next, Fisher visits with Michael Seligman and Jessica Bendiger, hosts of Stitcher's episodic podcast "Mob Queens." Michael and Jessica have been using genealogical techniques to research the history of the wife of mob boss, Vito Genovese. The story is garnering a lot of attention (though parts of the story could be considered "adult" in nature). Then, Terri O'Connell of Chicago tells the story of the kidnapping of an infant relative in the 1890s. It's a tale that's been told in the family for well over a century. But now, thanks to DNA, she and her family now know what became of the kidnapped baby! In Ask Us Anything, we keep with the crime theme as Photo Detective Maureen Taylor answers a question about how you may be able to find your criminal relatives' mug shots. That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show.

Who deserves to have their history recorded more than our veterans? Fisher shares some great places for finding military records and often the stories that can be uncovered through them.

Adoptees in particular, but many others as well, are looking for answers. If your skilled in the DNA world, you might want to consider helping these folks as a "search angel."

Host Scott Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. The guys begin with the story of a woman who recently gave birth to a pair of babies, eleven weeks apart! Hear how it happened. Then David shares news of the first car accident fatality which happened much earlier than you ever imagined. Next, it's the story of a woman whose relentless research has tied her ancestor to the controversial one-time Vice President, Aaron Burr. But there is so much more to this! How would you like to be a tree one day? David explains how one company can make that happen! David's Blogger Spotlight this week shines on teenager "Daniel," at Danielsgenealogy.weebly.com. See what a member of the next generation of genealogists has to say. Next, Fisher visits with Kate Eakman from Legacy Tree Genealogists. Kate recently found her sleuthing skills were needed for identifying an unknown photo. (It happens to all us at some point!) Hear what Kate has to say about what clues may be available for identifying the unidentified. Melanie McComb from NEHGS is next to share her story about setting up a private Facebook page for her newfound distant cousins. They are a having a blast sharing photos and stories. Hear how you can do the same. David Allen Lambert returns for Ask Us Anything. David answers questions about lesser known Navy records and records for identifying occupations, and why they're important to know. That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Want to find rare family photos, family Bibles, and who knows what else? Fisher suggests that you try tracing forward!

FamilySearch's "Tree of Mankind" is well known for being a wiki model in which others often change "our" part of the tree. Fisher talks about the best way to deal with these situations.

Host Scott Fisher opens the show with Family Histoire News. He starts out with the story of a town in New Hampshire that got quite the surprise when they opened a time capsule that was created in 1969. In Denmark, Vikings are being honored at crosswalks in one particular town. Fisher explains. Then, a female Union Civil War spy is getting attention from the Smithsonian. Fisher tells some of her remarkable story. Finally, a Brit is relishing the rediscovery of a very old ring he found back in 1979. Catch the details and hear what it's worth now. Fisher then visits with the Photo Detective, Maureen Taylor, who shares the history of school photos. You will be amazed at how far back they go. Maureen talks about various sources for early school images. Thom Reed from FamilySearch International then explains to Fisher about the new R.O.A.R. initiative that FamilySearch is a part of with numerous other partners. R.O.A.R. stands for Reclaiming Our African Heritage. It sounds like great news ahead for the '20s for African American researchers. Hear how you can help in this all-encompassing effort. Then, Jim Beidler from Legacy Tree Genealogists handles Ask Us Anything questions on digitized newspapers. Hear where the free stuff is and the differences between the various pay sites. That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show.

New numbers show fewer people are testing their DNA. Fisher talks about the recent numbers and his thoughts on what it might mean to genealogy.

Y-DNA tests are very specific, but can be key to solving paternal line problems. Fisher explains why you might want to consider someone in your family taking a Y-DNA test.

Host Scott Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. Both of the guys have had great family history experiences in recent days. Fisher's involved finding a rare photo, and David's had to do with a special house. Hear what happened. In Family Histoire News, the Federation of Genealogical Societies and the National Genealogical Society have made a joint announcement. You'll want to hear this one. Then the guys talk about a great Civil War story that is being added on to in recent weeks. Catch how it started, and what has happened concerning it most recently. Then Fisher and David talk about the US Board of Geographical Names. It's a federal bureau (very small) that gets to decide what places get their names changed and what to! Find out about one place that recently lost its name and why. Then, Kimberly Nagy joins Fisher to talk about her passion… lineage societies. She belongs to roughly SIXTY different groups. She has tips for finding the organization that's right for you and how to go about gaining membership. Bonnie Wade Mucia, a South Carolina resident, then talks to Fisher about a tip she learned from Extreme Genes and how she turned it into family history gold on eBay! Find out what she found and how she found it. David Lambert then returns for Ask Us Anything. David talks about identifying locations of ancestral homes, and how you might be able to tour them. That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Fisher explains how to get a lot of your family history information inexpensively and shares some of the key free sites.

Fisher talks about the "luck" he has enjoyed through the years in genealogy, and how it really isn't as much by chance as you would think.

Host Scott Fisher opens the show with Drew Smith, co-host of the Genealogy Guys podcast. Fisher and Drew begin Family Histoire News with a story of a 104-year-old survivor of the Holocaust. And what a birthday party she has had! Find out what made this celebration extra special. Then, the guys talk about the resolution of the Centerville, Utah assault case that was recently solved using genetic genealogy, and resulted in the "opt in" for law enforcement change on GEDMatch.com. Then, Fisher talks about some recently found letters of King Edward VIII from before his days as king. Find out why these letters are so fascinating in a historical context. Then, Drew shares the news about a modern day royal who has gone high tech. Hear what she is up to. Drew then updates us on some recent endeavors of the Genealogy Guys. Next, Fisher visits with Jessica Howe from Legacy Tree Genealogists. Jessica is focused these days on cases involving children fathered in Asia by American military men. Jessica shares stories of reuniting and explains how she solved one particularly remarkable case. There's much to be learned from Jessica's efforts. Then, Fisher visits with Thomas Lester and Molly Rogers. The two are key players in the New England Historic Genealogical Society and Boston's Catholic Archdiocese in achieving the eventual goal of indexing over 11 million records from the Catholic Churches of New England. Find out where the project stands now and what information these records contain and how they might help your research efforts. Then, NEHGS Senior Genealogist, Rhonda McClure, answers a question about records needed for dual citizenship between the United States and Italy. Wait til you hear what Italy requires for you to become one of them! That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show.

Fisher explains what lineage societies are and why you might want to join one.

As more and more secrets are exposed by DNA tests, are we prepared to discover that our ancestors were simply human?

Host Scott Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. In Family Histoire News, David talks about the remarkable interview with Cudjo Lewis from the 1930s that recently came to light on "History." Lewis was the last survivor of the last slave ship, the Clotilda. The guys then discuss the recent controversy surrounding the use of DNA sites to solve a cold case murder. In other crime news, a mother's obituary has led to the arrest of her "on the lamb" son. Hear what happened. David then describes his recent experience at the National Genealogical Society conference. He also updates us on recent item pickups he has made… and created… concerning his cousin who was killed in World War II. David then highlights the blog site of the Next Gen Genealogical Network at tnggn.org/blog. Then, Fisher visits with Christy Fillerup, a researcher with Legacy Tree Genealogists. Christy has some great tips on using 19th century "Parish Chest" records to learn more about poverty stricken ancestors. (We all have them.) Next, Jeanne Belmonte of NEHGS talks about her ancestor who was part of the workhouse system for the poor in the UK. From studying his situation, Jeanne learned about many records both overseas and in the United States that can help us better understand our poor ancestors' plights. Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com again shares his great incite with listeners considering how best to preserve their ancestral video and audio material. That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show.

Fisher explains the significance of "gateway ancestors" and how you can find out if you have any on your family tree.

With all the scams happening in the world today, it's not always so easy to connect with a "new" cousin. Fisher has some thoughts.

Host Scott Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and American Ancestors.org. David shares what's in the 19th century Bible of his great grandparents after obtaining it this week. Fisher then shares some 1895 instructions on "how to use a telephone." David then tips his hat to a 12-year-old listener who is VERY into Extreme Genes! The guys open Family Histoire News talking about a light up cane that saved over two dozen people on the Titanic. It was recently auctioned off. Hear what it sold for. Then it's a new adventure for the man who found the Titanic in the 1980s, Robert Ballard. Find out what he's looking for now. Then David shares news of a new database of people paying the Hearth Tax in the UK from the 17th century. Next, Fisher visits with Dr. Mark Hanna, a professor at UC-San Diego. Mark is an experts in colonial pirates and talks about "the pirate next door," and how they were accepted back in the colonies despite their brutal adventures on the high seas. Hear why that was and how Fisher's ancestor pirate story fits what Mark describes. Then, Fisher visits with Jen Rickards, a genie from the St. Louis area, who learned that her husband's great grandfather had a run in with Jesse James! Hear the story and how she found it. In Ask Us Anything, Melanie McComb of NEHGS takes questions on obtaining World War II records and metals. That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show.

New techniques are revealing the good and the bad in our DNA test results. Are you prepared for the unexpected?

There are bucket lists and then there are genealogy bucket lists. Are you prioritizing what you want to get done before joining the land of the researched?

Host Scott Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. David gives an update on what he's expecting when he receives the family Bible he located in Canada. Fisher adds a ditty about likely pirate booty found in the will of his seventh great grandmother. In Family Histoire News, David talks about an interesting story about the "Mayflower Steps" in Devonshire, England. Turns out, the Pilgrims may not have departed the Old World from exactly where they're marked. You'll be amazed where it's said they really were. Next, David talks about the discovery of a medieval tunnel in Scotland. It was always rumored, but now that it has been found, the description is fascinating. FaceApp is giving us all an idea of what we might look like to our descendants in future years, but it has a downside. Catch David's take on this popular (Russian!) app. Finally, in late breaking news, the folks in Britain at Find A Will (probatesearch.service.gov.uk) have lowered the price from ten pounds to one and a half pounds! David's Blogger Spotlight this week shines on Elizabeth O'Neal at mydescendantsancestors.com. Learn about her Genealogy Blog Party and how it is solving complicated cases. Then, Fisher begins his two part visit with Sunny Morton, author of the new resource book, "How To Find Your Family History In US Church Records: A Genealogist's Guide," from Genealogical Publishing of Baltimore. Sunny talks about some of the family finds she has had using church records, what to expect from the records of a dozen major denominations, and where to find them. Next, David Allen Lambert returns for another "Ask Us Anything" segment. That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Ireland will be adding a time capsule feature to their 2021 census, to be revealed in 100 years. Sounds like a great idea… but do we really need it?

Fisher explains that sometimes you have to pioneer your own discovery technique to mine the most out of records you find.

Host Scott Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. David and Fisher both had exciting finds this week. Hear what they dug up! The guys begin Family History News with the story of a unique jewel pulled out of the dirt in North Carolina with a remarkable connection to the Revolution. Then, a wallet has been found that went missing 75 years ago. Hear the unique story of this time capsule keepsake. Next, some special records are being released… by Russia! Those who have Soviet-era family members will want to know about this. David then shares word that Ireland is adding a first time feature to their upcoming 2021 census that has never been done before. Catch what it is. Also, the guys have word that a new study shows that Europeans aren't necessarily Europeans. Hear what has recently been learned. Then, over two segments, Fisher visits with Paul Woodbury, DNA Specialist with Legacy Tree Genealogists. Paul talks about his techniques for using DNA matches to open brick walls. He also explains when a match isn't really a match and why. In Ask Us Anything this week, Fisher talks with Ron Fox, whom he calls the "finder of all finders." Ron talks about how he uses old records to identify special family items and then finds out where they are today with hopes of obtaining them. That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Was your ancestor a homesteader? If so, you may have record treasures waiting for you.

Fisher explains that not all stories are spelled out for you. They often assemble themselves through records you collect over time.

Host Scott Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist for the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. The guys begin with conversation about Fisher's recent experience with the California earthquake, and appearing on stage with ventriloquism great Terry Fator in Las Vegas. In Family Histoire News, David shares the news about the flooding at the National Archives recently. Next, he covers a story about researchers who have learned that the descendants of the enslaved families of former President James Monroe haven't gone very far. And now they're getting together. Then, it's the discovery of a pair of Viking era men that has researchers talking. Hear all about the two "boat burials." David then shines his Blogger Spotlight on Julie Goucher at anglersrest.net. Julie has a lot to say about the importance of journaling. In our second segment, Fisher begins the first of his two part interview with CeCe Moore, the principal researcher at Parabon Nanolabs, working cold cases and rapes. Hear her reaction to the first conviction using genetic genealogy in the case that was her very first one year ago. CeCe and Fisher then talk about GedMatch, the opting in process, and how many participants she believes will be needed to make the site viable again for bringing closure to families of crime victims. The ethics question of the technique is also discussed. Next, Melanie McComb of NEHGS returns for Ask Us Anything, answering questions about Canadian research. That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Some newbies to genealogy aren't so sure about the pace of this pursuit. Fisher has some advice for them.

Most families have stories about loved ones that aren't particularly flattering. But should you share it in a history?

Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. Fisher begins with a tip of the hat to David's 50th birthday which he celebrated last week. In Family Histoire News, the boys discuss the news that CeCe Moore's first solved case has ended with a conviction in the 1987 double murder in Washington state. Then, David shares an interesting story about the late Nirvana front man Kurt Cobain. Cobain apparently had an interest in his family history. Hear what he learned. Next, turning back the clock much further, another high profile figure also traced his genealogy. Find out who it was and why, and where this 18th century record can be seen. David then adds the story of a woman who was the wife of one signer of the Declaration of Independence, and the daughter of another. Learn about her connections. Fisher then opens his two part visit with Richard Cellini, founder of the Georgetown Memory Project, and Claire Vail, Director of the GU272 Memory Project at AmericanAncestors. Hear about this remarkable project, identifying the over 300 people sold as slaves to plantations in Louisiana by Georgetown College in 1838, in order to financially save the school, as well as all their descendants. It's a multi-faceted story you'll want to hear. Then, David Lambert returns for Ask Us Anything about researching Revolutionary War ancestors. There are a lot of resources waiting for you out there! That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Sure, maybe you don't want to tell everything, but if you don't write your own story who will? And how will they tell it?

The genealogy world calls it "serendipity." You might just call it "weird!"

Host Scott Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. The boys begin Family Histoire News with a tip of the hat to the New York Adoptee Rights Coalition for their incredible victory in the New York Legislature, obtaining the right for adoptees to obtain their original birth certificates. Next, a certain group is requiring DNA from Jews in Israel. Hear the interesting reason for the move. Next, DNA analyzed from the remains of a pair of Neanderthals has revealed something remarkable. Catch what it is. Then it's a story of tragedy that has united two men, one black, one white, who have learned that, because of that tragedy, they are family. David's Blogger Spotlight shines on the Czech research site of Blanka Lednicka, CzechGenealogy.nase-koreny.cz. Blanka has a lot to offer people of Czech descent! Then, Fisher begins his two-part visit with Curtis Rogers, co-founder of GEDMatch.com. The two talk about the history of the site, how it has become the focus of controversy for its support of law enforcement, and how you can support the efforts of authorities in solving crimes. At the back end of the show, Fisher visits with Gregory Luce and Annette O'Connell of the New York Adoptee Rights Coalition. NYAC is celebrating their recent victory in the New York Legislature bringing adoptee rights to the state so the group will soon be able to order their original birth certificates. That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

We all love finding new dates and places, but digging up a new story is a much greater accomplishment.

Community celebrations such as the 4th of July is a great time to share family history with your kids.

Extreme Genes host/creator Scott Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. Fisher begins by talking about his recent visit to St. Joseph, Missouri for the Northwest Missouri Genealogical Society where he gave four lectures. David visited a sale of ancestral clothing and other stuff in New York City that brought in millions. It was from the family of Babe Ruth! The guys then talk about the importance of the recent email sent out by GEDMatch about law enforcement. Find out what you need to do to support authorities with your DNA. Next, the guys talk about three World War I soldiers whose remains have been found in France. Two have been identified by DNA and have received military funerals along with the third a century after their deaths. David then talks about NEHGS and their involvement in creating a website for descendants of the 272 Africans sold into slavery by Georgetown University. (They're now up to 314.) Hear more about the project. David's Blogger Spotlight this week shines on Angela Buckley of Victorian-supersleuth.com. David describes Angela's fascinating blogs. Next, Fisher talks with Kristine Bartley of Des Moines, Iowa. Kristine explains how she came to spearhead a project to put tombstones on the graves of over 300 children in a local cemetery who died over a hundred years ago. Fisher then visits with Rebekah Heath, a Connecticut woman whose hobby is… er… unusual. She researches missing persons and tries to identify them. Recently, she had her first big success. Find out what she did. Then, The Archive Lady, Melissa Barker, joins Fisher for another Ask Us Anything session… this time on archive family history research. That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Lots of kids find no joy in learning history. But when family is tied into it, things can change!

When starting your genealogical journey, it's tough to skip a link in the chain. You have to begin with what you know.

Host Scott Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. The guys begin Family Histoire News with word of the first court case involving a defendant identified by genetic genealogy. Hear why this case has long term implications. Then, it's a librarian getting into the law enforcement game helping authorities identify the bodies of three murder victims. Find out what she did and how she did it. Next, imagine the shock of one Mississippi man when he saw a commercial showing a photo of his third great grandfather! Hear what that experience has changed in this man's life. David next shares the story of a 101-year-old World War II vet who had a unique experience with his grandson… one that no one in the family will ever forget. David's Blogger Spotlight shines on a familiar name this week… Blaine Bettinger. Looking to learn about DNA genealogical research? His site, TheGeneticGenealogist.com, contains a wealth of information. In the second segment, Gretchen Jorgensen, a genetic genealogy specialist from Legacy Tree Genealogists visits with Fisher about Ancestry's new Beta product, "Thru Lines." Have you tried it yet? Next, Fisher visits with Tyler Stahle about this fall's first RootsTech London, FamilySearch has announced one of the keynote speakers and performers. Hear who it is and what's to come. Then, Dr. Scott Woodward joins Fisher for "Ask Us Anything." Dr. Woodward answers the question, "With DNA, how far back can you expect to prove (or disprove) paternity." Dr. Woodward's answer might surprise you! That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

If you haven't at digitized newspapers in a while you might be missing out on some "new" old material!

Family history information can come in many forms, and some of them may be surprising!

Host Scott Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. The guys open the show talking about the 75th anniversary of the D-Day invasion. You'll be amazed to hear what some of the old veterans are doing as part of the commemoration. Then, David talks about the loss of another key player from the Pacific Theater of World War II. The guys will tell you what made this late Marine especially significant. Next, it's good news from the New York State Senate for adoptees. Catch the latest. If you're into Irish genealogy, David has some great news for you out of the Emerald Isle. (Note this address: irishgenealogy.ie.) Then, who would have imagined that Blackbeard would be part of a case coming before the Supreme Court. Catch some of the details. Then, it has happened for real this time… the "Clotilda," considered the last slave ship in the US, has been found. Catch some of the details. Next, author, TV host, and genealogist Kenyatta Berry visits with Fisher about a host of things. They start with Kenyatta's reaction to the find of the slave ship "Clotilda," and its potential impact on the African-American community. Kenyatta then talks about African-American DNA testing and some great advice for anyone seeking to write a family history. It's two parts of genealogy goodness! Then on "Ask Us Anything," Fisher visits with Janet Hovorka, co-founder of FamilyChartMasters.com. This is the time of year a lot of people look to make family charts for reunions. Catch some of Janet's advice. That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!