Extreme Genes

Fisher opens the show with an explanation of his electrolysis experiment with two family daguerreotypes. He reveals how it went and how to do it... if you dare! He also reveals the name and age of a man from Brazil that just might make him the oldest man on the planet... perhaps ever! David Allen Lambert of the New England Historic Genealogical Society joins the show to talk about the "Colonial Wars," those conflicts that happened on this continent in the 150 years before the Revolution. He also tells you what sources are out there to help you learn whether your ancestors were involved. There were a lot of wars! Chances are, if you have early American ancestry, your people were in the thick of things. Joy Shiver joins us from North Carolina to talk about her amazing creation... a site called JustAJoy.com. It's the place you can go to find original family artifacts, such as family Bibles, and letters written by your ancestors. It's crazy cheap, but has already brought many unique pieces back to their family lines. Tom Perry, our Preservation Authority from TMCPlace.com, returns to talk about audio. How to get it right when recording your grandparents, and what not to do! If you have a question for Tom, email him at [email protected]!

In Fisher's opening segment, Fisher gives you a tip on searching for your ancestors using only first names. When your people aren't where they're supposed to be, this technique may solve your problem. Then, he shares a terrific story of the funniest Victorian era Christian names found by a genealogy firm in London. You'll be glad your parents didn't name you any of these things! Fisher will give you the top ten. Then, it's the "risky" business of the "banished" Irish adoptees who were sent to America after being born to single mothers in Catholic run homes. Those trying to find their birth families are having mixed experiences. Hear the full story. Fisher's first guest is Hank Jones, writer of the series of books called "Psychic Roots- Serendipity and Intuition in Genealogy." Hank has collected these stories for decades, and he'll share a couple of them and why he thinks they're happening. And by the way, if you're new to family history research, just wait... you're more than likely to have one of these things happen, too! AJ Jacobs of Esquire Magazine returns with an update on the upcoming "Global Family Reunion" in New York City. It keeps getting bigger, and you're going to want to be a part of it, even if you can't be in NYC! (And you can!) Then, Fisher straightens out Tom Perry, the Preservation Authority. Tom got a little too deep in the technical pool, leaving some listeners asking for the life preserver when it comes to editing your own videos. This time, Tom couldn't make it any easier! That's this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Fisher opens the show with the story of his third great grandfather. He was a substitute soldier in the War of 1812. Or was he? Listen to the unusual find from the National Archives and you decide. In "Family Histoire News," Fisher talks about the couple that has probably been married longer than anyone ever. How long was that? Wait til you hear the couple's ages. A new free site is now available that searches only family history books, county histories, and genealogical newsletters. Fisher will tell you his experience with it and tell you where to get it. A rare photo of Helen Keller is making news, and, in Illinois, if you want to visit a grave on private property, we've got good news for you. Be sure to catch the first segment of the show to find out what's happening in "Family Histoire News!" In the next segment Jennifer Utley, Research Manager for "Who Do You Think You Are?" visits with Fisher about the new season that starts this weekend on TLC! Jennifer shares some inside info on the show you won't want to miss. Then, blogger Kitty Cooper (blog.KittyCooper.com) talks DNA. She's crazy for it and has a great example of how you can use it to identify which one of many candidates is, in fact, your ancestor. Even if the name is "John Smith!" You might get crazy for DNA too! And Tom Perry clears the air on editing and making usable your old videos and home movies. That's this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Fisher opens the show with information about the Preserve the Pensions program which is seeking private funding to digitize and make available for free all War of 1812 pension files. In Family Histoire news, Fisher tells of a woman who just turned 106, and you won’t believe her diet staples! Also, blood from Winston Churchill is up for auction. Catch the whole story of where it came from. And, the Danish government and MyHeritage.com are releasing all kinds of “new” old records from Denmark. In segment two, Lindsay Fulton, Genealogist from the New England Historic Genealogical Society in Boston talks about the challenges of navigating the application process of major genealogical societies like the Daughters and Sons of the American Revolution and the Mayflower Society. Want to celebrate your ancestors in this way, or simply have your research validated by independent eyes? Lindsay has some great tips. Fisher then visits with Isabella Prete, who only started her research journey in the last couple years. And she’s already begun having those experiences that only family historians have. You won’t believe how a Scottish monk stepped in to connect her with living family back in the old country! And Tom Perry is back with more on preservation. That’s this week on Extreme Genes, America’s Family History Show!

Fisher opens the show with a quick overview of his Roots Tech experience, where over 22,000 people attended in three days. (Roots Tech is the world's largest family history conference.) In Family Histoire News, King Richard III is back in the headlines. What has he "told" researchers now? Fisher will tell you. And... it's probably the most amazing DNA story you ever will have heard, or ever will hear. Catch Fisher's summary and then read the entire article at ExtremeGenes.com Guest Dick Eastman, of Eastman's Online Genealogy Newsletter, perhaps genealogy's best known blogger, shares his post- Roots Tech thoughts. Where is the business of family history taking us, and what are some of the best new products... perhaps even some we didn't know we needed?! No one knows better than Dick Eastman. Fisher then talks to who used DNA to identify a great-great grandfather who had changed his name and never revealed his secret. You'll be amazed at how his original identity was uncovered. Tom Perry then answers another great listener question on preservation. It's all this week on Extreme Genes!

Fisher opens the show talking about the upcoming Roots Tech convention in Salt Lake City, Utah. First Lady Laura Bush headlines the speakers. Fisher then discusses the loss of over a million records in a fire. Where was it and what happened? He'll fill you in. The families of Hatfield and McCoy still have a lot to do with each other, but now... it's a business! What are they doing? It'll make perfect sense when you hear. Also, inmates at county jails in at least three states are indexing family history records. Fisher will tell you where and what's behind it all. Dr. Timothy Tackett of UC Irvine then joins the show to talk about his discovery of a document on cloth that records the history of an Indian tribe! Wait till you hear how far back the records go, and just how Dr. Tackett happened to come upon it! It's a fascinating story. Sigrid Olsen from Salem, Oregon then joins Fisher to talk about the Albany, Oregon party at which a horrible accident wiped out three families and made national headlines 91 years ago this past week. (Hint... this kind of thing could still happen today.) Preservation authority Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com then discusses the best ways to preserve and maintain old documents. That's this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Fisher opens the show with the story of a man who the government refuses to allow to pay his taxes. Why? It has everything to do with a record family historians are more than a little familiar with. Listen to the first segment to hear what it is. Fisher then reviews a list recently published by MyHeritage.com about surnames that have or are going extinct! Is one of your family names on the list? Stan Lindaas of HeritageConsulting.com then joins the show with a remarkable illustration of how knowledge of an ancestor's occupation can change your entire perception of what his or her life was like. It will take your breath away. Stan then goes through a remarkable list of now-extinct occupations. His runs Fisher through the wringer seeing what he knows of these things. What do you know? Give it a listen! And by the way, this is the website he refers to: http://rmhh.co.uk/occup/ Fisher then visits with North Carolina's Connie Fowler. Connie recently played detective to track down a remarkable family Bible. The discovery has since led to her development of an vibrant family organization, complete with committees for family history, cemetery restoration, reunions, and who knows what else. Connie's got something for all of us to learn from... check it out! Then Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com, our Preservation Authority, talks about recorded music performances that are now in the public domain for our free use. When putting together a wedding or anniversary video, this is great stuff to know. That's this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show.

Fisher opens the show with the latest on the strange case of Paul Fronczak, who grew up believing he had been kidnapped as a baby and then returned to his parents in Chicago. But, a 2012 DNA test revealed that Paul was not his parents' natural child. Two years later, Paul's advocates are coming close to identifying at least one of his birth families. That in itself is a strange tale! Here all about it with Fisher's Family Histoire News! Fisher then keeps his promise to a listener who was wanting information on researching Swedish ancestors by bringing on professional researcher Kim Melchior. Kim talks about the various records available, getting your ancestors "across the pond," and historic information on points such as why so many Swedes immigrated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Kim will give you some great insight. Then Fisher visits with a couple from North Carolina, Clarence and Carolyn Jennings. The Jennings recently discovered a 150 year old letter that revealed the fate of a family member in the Civil War... information long sought after by many Jennings researchers. Hear the authors touching words as he describes to his mother the death of his brother on the battlefield. Finally, Tom Perry of TMCPlace.com reveals a new version of a long established software that helps you to eliminate background noises from your audio recordings. It's great news especially if you have old recordings that have distracting sounds in them. That's all this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Fisher opens the show with word of the discovery of photos of third great grandparents of an American president? Who were they and is he? Fisher will tell you. Across the pond, 41 million wills dating back to 1858 are going on line! What government is making this available to you? Find out here! Jen Allen of FamilySearch.org joins the show next to fill us in on what to expect at this year's combined Roots Tech and Federation of Genealogical Societies conventions! There's a lot happening in Salt Lake City, Utah in February, and you can participate from wherever you are, as Jen will explain. Whatever your level of experience, Jen will rev up your engines talking about classes, speakers, and demonstrations of new technologies. Fisher then talks to Missouris Glenna Johnson about the quilt she found dating back almost seventy years, following the passing of her mother. It's turned into quite a project researching the names connected to it. Hear all about it. Then Fisher answers a listener question about the listeners DNA test... why didn't it reflect what he knew about his ancestry? Then, Tom Perry is back from Las Vegas and the recent Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. He's pumped up about all the new techie things that family historians will now be able to put to use! That's all this week on Extreme Genes, Family History Radio!

Fisher opens the show with fascinating news out of Boston where a box, hidden in the cornerstone of the Massachusetts State House by Paul Revere and Samuel Adams, was opened. What was in it? And what will be done with the contents? Hear all about it! Plus, funeral homes are now offering a service that could benefit survivors of deceased loved ones for generations. Find out what it is. Then, Fisher visits with Heather Livergood of Coeur D'Alene, Idaho, who has sought her birth family for generations. One interesting twist... Heather was born in a hotel and SOLD as a baby! What did she cost her adoptive parents and how did she ultimate find her mother's birth family? Heather has the answers. Then listener Diane Dyatt joins Fisher to talk about what DNA and digitized newspapers revealed to her about her great grandfather. He was apparently known around town for his unique invention. Diane will tell you what it is. Then, Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com will share with you an idea for instanting preserving and backing up your videos and photos taken with your phone! Phone pix are easily taken, but also easily lost. You'll love Tom's solution. That's this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Fisher opens the show with word of a new scent that’s on the market to make you smell “like a Viking!” It’s the real deal! Fisher visits with Academy Award nominee Edward James Olmos who shares his family’s remarkable path. In “Family Histoire News,” a museum in Norwich, Connecticut is lauding “Benedict Arnold… Hero!” It’s all about his contributions to the cause of freedom before turning traitor. Find out what that’s all about. And, a Seattle man recently found a box full of color slides taken on his grandparents’ 1939 honeymoon in England. You’ll want to see the links to these gorgeous pictures taken just before the outbreak of World War II. This week’s expert guest is Judy Lucey of the New England Historic and Genealogical Society who gives some great advice about things to consider when looking at contributing your family history treasures to an institution or archive. It’s something many of us will have to think about at some point. And Pat Mulso of Minnesota has solved a 164-year-old family mystery. In 1850 a baby was left in the temporary care of a priest in New York. When they returned, the priest and the baby were gone. No one ever learned the fate of that baby… until now. Hear Pat’s remarkable story! Preservation Authority, Tom Perry, talks home movies in answer to a listener question.

Fisher has more news on the corpse of King Richard III. The modern day discovery of his body under a parking lot was well timed, as a CT scan and a 3D printer have revealed something people had only guessed about in the past. Learn what it is. Guest Daniel Swalm of Minnesota will get you looking through your database to find out… could your grandmother have died without her American citizenship as his did? He’ll tell you about the obscure law he discovered and the path that led him to the floor of the United States Senate! This is a truly amazing tale! Family history super sleuth Ron Fox returns to talk about “collecting” your ancestors and finding their memorabilia on places like eBay! Both Fisher and Ron have done it, and you can too! Preservation Authority Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com returns with news of the latest invention to make your outdoor family reunion safer. You’ll be amazed at what it is! He’ll also fill you in on the latest news surrounding 3D printers.

Fisher opens the show a great question from a listener about displaying and preserving a century old passport, and who to trust with the project. Hear Fisher's answer as it could apply to many projects. Then, in Family Histoire News, excitement is brewing in New England, where a time capsule left by Paul Revere and Samuel Adams is likely to be opened soon! Then, Col. Gail Halvorsen, best known as "The Berlin Candy Bomber" joins the show to talk about how his one little act of kindness resulted in hope for the besieged people of West Berlin in the 1940s. It's an intriguing story right from the mouth of the 94-year-old Halvorsen who remembers it all like it was yesterday. (This should remind you to interview your senior relatives to capture their family stories.) Then, Tom Perry, the Preservation Authority from TMCPlace.com, talks "room deadening," and mic technique with Fisher to help give you the technical outcome everyone hopes for when recording interviews with family members. That's this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Fisher opens the show with an amazing story about a holiday incident in his family in the 1960s. In Family Histoire news, a new study of Viking DNA reveals that Vikings wives may have played a more "hands on" role in their conquests than previous known. Also, the Vikings are now believed to have settled on particular island city that you are well aware of. What city was it? Listen to the story to learn more. Then, a woman in Virginia discovered a home embalming kit and some very cool records in her home that once belonged to her great grandfather. What did the records reveal and what is she doing with them? Fisher will tell you. Then, guest Judy Russell, the Legal Genealogist, talks about the ethics of DNA research and the ongoing debate about how potentially "embarrassing" results should be handled. How do DNA secrets compare to secrets revealed by other materials? Judy will have some thoughts. George Ott, genealogist for ProGenealogists.com, shares the stories of his interactions with stars Bob Hope and Jimmy Stewart in researching their family lines. George will also have some special techniques that could make all the difference in your research! Tom Perry, the Preservation Authority from TMCPlace.com, will then fill you in on last minute family history Christmas gifts you can create. That's this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Fisher opens the show with an exciting announcement that FamilySearch.org and Roots Magic are now utilizing MyHeritage.com's laser sharp technology to find matches on your family tree automatically. You will love what it does! Plus, paternal DNA research on the body of King Richard III shows that, perhaps, there now may be a problem with who sits on the throne of Great Britain! What's going on? Give it a listen! Then, Tennesseans Charles and James Allison visit with Fisher about their two uncles who both served in the Navy and both wound up on the USS Arizona. Both were killed that fateful day of December 7, 1941. One of the men wrote a letter home just two months before the attack that was only recently found. It's content was a shock to the family. Hear all about it! Then DNA pioneer Dr. Scott Woodward joins Fisher to talk about the history of DNA ancestral research and how today's techniques of matching populations around the world began. It will give you a real sense of how far we've come in just a decade and a half. Then, Tom Perry, our Preservation Authority, joins us to talk about family history gifts for the holidays that you can still put together in time for the holidays. That's this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Fisher welcomes new radio stations to the family of affiliates. News this week includes a conclusion that Hitler may have married a Jewish woman! Hear how the DNA trail of Eva Braun led to this remarkable story. Also, plans for major freeway construction has led to the discovery of remains of a 250 year old French settlement in St. Louis. And, an alumnus of Virginia Military Institute has been tracking down descendants of VMI Civil War soldiers who fought in the Battle of New Market. Find out why. Research Authority Stan Lindaas, from HeritageConsulting.com, returns with great advice on how to break down “walls”… those lines that just can’t seem to be extended over long periods of time. Stan talks about one of his own walls, and the remarkable story behind how he cracked the case! And Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com, our Preservation Authority, continues his discussion on reliable drives, the long term viability of various disks, and tells us about a new disk that is just around the corner that will blow your mind! He’ll also tell you what kind of drive NOT to rely on for storage.

In Fisher's opening segment, Fisher reveals that many listeners indicated they had direct ancestors who died in their teens and 20s. In Family Histoire News, Fisher talks about Jeremy Guthrie, a Japanese-American who recently pitched in the World Series for the Kansas City Royals. Guthrie was on an All-Star tour of Japan and used a day off to connect with distant cousins his family had never met. Hear how it all came together. Next was the story of a mother and daughter who both gave birth on the same day! Then, hear about the few dozen children of Civil War soldiers who are still among us, and their memories of their fathers. It's amazing to think it's even possible, but it is! David Allen Lambert of the New England Historic Genealogical Society then joins Fisher to talk about the War of 1812. Did you know that service of only a couple of weeks could get you a pension for that war? David is loaded with great information on the war itself, as well as what records are currently available and which ones are coming on line. Then, Andria Cranney of the General Society of Mayflower Descendants talks about the first Thanksgiving, and just what the Pilgrims actually ate! How would your Thanksgiving be with no football, and plate full of eel?! Andria's description is of a Thanksgiving like none of us have ever experienced. Make sure your kids catch this one! Then, Tom Perry, the Preservation Authority, talks about where technology is going for preserving your digital records. Quantum Physics is now coming into play. (It's way over Fisher's head!) Wait until you hear what Tom has to say! That's this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Fisher opens the show with a welcome for Extreme Genes' 23rd radio affiliate. In Family Histoire News, a young officer from Wisconsin who faced down a volley of Confederate fire at the Battle of Gettysburg was posthumously presented with the Presidential Medal of Honor by President Obama. Since he died without children at age 22, the Pentagon struggled to know who to give it to. Three distant cousins and their families attended the ceremony, with the recipient being a descendant of the officer's aunt. Read more about it and see the pictures at ExtremeGenes.com. Since in the past week we celebrated Veteran's Day and the 25th Anniversary of the tearing down of the Berlin Wall, it was appropriate that Fisher visited with one guest who was both an American vet, and an escapee from East Germany! Hear the emotional visit with Wynn Hubrich, who talks about how his family outfoxing the Russians and all that followed their crossing to the west before they could safely make their way to the United States. Then former National Guardsman Clarence Anspake of Bellmore, Long Island, New York talks about the history of his own unit, and its history as a militia long before that. He'll share with you important information on militia histories. You might find one of your ancestors in one! Then Tom Perry shares information on how you might be able to repair cracked disks, and fix broken VHS tapes, so they can be digitized. That's this week on Extreme Genes, Family History Radio, America's Family History Show!

Fisher opens the show with a review of the ExtremeGenes.com survey on ancestors named for famous people. The numbers were surprising! In Family Histoire News for the week, a fourth generation tightrope walker was doing what his family has done for a century... risk death for a living. This man even tightrope walked in vitro! Plus, the journals and letters of one man's father have led to a remarkable book on the first Americans to fight in World War II... before December 7, 1941! He wasn't on the battlefield. You'll have to hear this remarkable story. Guest Stan Lindaas of HeritageConsulting.com joins the show to talk about the Great Fires (plural) of 1871. It wasn't just Chicago that burned on October 8th of that year. Two other places went up as well, at the cost of even more real estate and lives. Hear why your ancestors' deaths in these infernos aren't likely to be found in the records. Jen Allen from FamilySearch.org is on to bring us up to date on the latest developments with this coming year's edition of RootsTech. Every year brings exciting new technology and information. Hear why you need to be planning to be in Salt Lake City, Utah in February! And Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com, the Preservation Authority, is back with news of a new product that just may save your damaged disk, plus other suggestions on how you can salvage your valuable "diskified" data. That's all this week on Extreme Genes, Family History Radio!

Fisher opens the show explaining the complications of having been born on Halloween. He then gives poll results on whether or not you or a family member have ever had a deceased family member pay a visit. It may surprise you! In Family Histoire News... a family history researcher in Ireland has become somewhat obsessed with photographing graves in one particular county. You won't believe how many he has posted. Anderson Cooper of CNN recently did a lengthy video piece on his family history. But not so much the Vanderbilt side as you would suspect. It was his father's. It's a great piece that any geni can appreciate. Check it out at ExtremeGenes.com. Fisher then talks to first guest Craig McMillan of Lindquist Mortuaries in Utah. Craig gives a history of the industry, talks about embalming... how long does the preservation really last... and what records you might expect to find at your local mortuary. It's dead on (pun intended!) for Halloween! Then listener Sigrid Olsen from Salem, Oregon talks about how she uses Pinterest to remember her late mother, who died when Sigrid was a young woman. It's another great way to go for many people looking for a way to share their memories. Tom Perry, the Preservation Authority returns to talk about how to repair your damaged disks... CDs, DVDs, etc. Yes, sometimes they are salvageable! Tom will explain. He also talks about how you can repair damaged videotapes at your home as well. That's this week on Extreme Genes... America's Family History Show!

Fisher opens the show in shock over the results of a poll about ancestral couples who were 20 years apart in age or more. Hear the results! He also shares an email about a man's cop ancestor who later arrested a man who became his grandfather! In Family Histoire News, This Old House has an amazing gallery of items found during the renovation of old homes. Find the link at ExtremeGenes.com. And, one of the last daughter's of a Confederate slave has passed. Mattie Rice made a remarkable discovery about her father and spent much of her life trying to prove it. Find out what it was. Guest AJ Jacobs of Esquire Magazine returns to update us on plans for next June's Largest Family Reunion Ever! (And EVERYONE is invited!) Entertainment, speakers, and games at New York's 1964 World's Fair Grounds. You'll want to be part of it! AJ will tell you how. Then, Marsha Noland-Bergman of Independence, Missouri joins us to tell us about her discovery of a 19th century cousin of hers, who, at 9-years-old led a posse to capture a member of the Jesse James gang. Why we she doing this and how did the effort turn out? You'll want to hear this! Then, Tom Perry, our Preservation Authority from TMCPlace.com answers another question about some very special software you're going to want to know about. That's this week on Extreme Genes, Family History Radio... America's Family History Show!

Fisher opens the show with news of an exhibit in New York of one particular Chinese-American family, and the trials they have overcome as they became part of mainstream America. Also... European "heritage travel" is becoming a booming business in places like Scandinavia and Scotland. Want to take reindeer herding lessons to commemorate your heritage? They're waiting for you! Then... while a lot of family history can take years... even a lifetime... to find, we sometimes forget some items are just underneath our noses! Phil Devitt, a news editor in Fall River, Massachusetts recently learned that as he found his great grandfather's police journal for 1921. Phil describes what triggered his interest in his law enforcing ancestor and how the journal wound up in his hands. Then, Heath Jones, our friend from "Task Force History" in Alabama returns. He and his friends have been searching the property his family has owned for over 150 years for artifacts left behind by his ancestors. Last time they found a Civil War era ring. What did they come up with this time? Heath will fill us in. Tom Perry, our Preservation Authority returns to answer a listener's question about repairing warped disks. It is possible! Tom will tell you how, as well as give you some great ideas on family history Christmas gifts that you'll want to get started on right now. That's this week on America's Family History Show... Extreme Genes.

This week, Fisher leads off with news of the discovery of another piece of rare footage... the 1924 World Series! Where was it found and how good are the images? He'll tell you. Plus... if you've ever wondered what it would be like to taste bread the way the Pilgrims tasted it, now you can! Fisher will tell you where to have the experience. Then, Senior Genealogist at ProGenealogists.com, Gordon Remington, visits to talk about how the dead really communicate with us... through probate records. We all know about wills, but there are lots of other records that tell us about who and what our dead left behind. This is likely to be a real eye opener to a lot of family historians, so be sure to listen! And, Preservation Authority Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com talks about the potential for storing data using QR codes. That's this week on Extreme Genes, America's Family History Show!

Fisher shares his Family Histoire News, which notes that GenealogyBank.com and FamilySearch.org are teaming up to index a BILLION obituaries as soon as possible. Fisher explains how you can be part of the project. Blaine Bettinger of Syracuse, New York recently responded to the article in Vox posted last week that essentially blames 23andme for the breakup of the family of one of their customers. Blaine's article, in the GeneticGenealogist, refutes many of the points made in the Vox commentary. It's a fascinating debate. Listen to what Blaine has to say, and find the links to both pieces at ExtremeGenes.com Michael LeClerc from Mocavo.com joins us to tell us about the benefits of their site. It's free, and does something no one else does! You'll want to hear this conversation. It can change your course of your research journey. Then, Tom Perry has an amazing example of the "hummingbird effect." And he'll also share with you the proper way to use your thumb drives. Some people have an entirely wrong idea about these awesome little tools. That's all this week on Extreme Genes!

Fisher opens the show with a great family story about his wife's uncle, a cell phone, and a funeral! In Family Histoire News for this week, Fisher tells you about Laura Berry of BBC 1 and her list of Top 10 Family History Apps. We guarantee you don't know them all! Then, a man in Michigan went to digitize old home movies belonging to his grandparents from 1941. You won't believe what they saw, and who wanted to have it. Mimi McDonald-Hartnett of New Jersey joins the show to tell her story of a house cleaning. The home, in Jersey City, New Jersey had once belonged to her late grandparents, and most recently belonged to her late aunt. Mimi and her sisters went to work cleaning after the aunt died and started making family history discoveries that have greatly deepened their ties to their past. Then, Anna Swayne and Matthew Deighton of Ancestry.com talk about the Ancestry features that are just about to disappear forever. What are they? Will you be affected? Better listen... and fast! Then Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com, the preservation authority answers a fascinating question. Why is it a DVD or CD can be more easily damaged from the TOP side of the disk? You'll want to know.

Fisher's "Family Histoire" news this week covers two people who have had a struggle with their family history discoveries. The first is Barbara Haney from North Pole, Alaska (honest!). As an American she found out her ancestors were on the wrong side of things in the War of 1812. Find out why she struggled with this find and how she came to terms with it. The second is a man who calls himself "George Doe." George took a DNA test, and like many of us, expected wonderful and interesting things to happen. The interesting things did happen... but they weren't wonderful. Read his warning about DNA tests and find out what happened to his family as a result of his results! In segments two and three, husband and wive team Alison Moore and Phil Lancaster tell us about the remarkable child relocation program called "The Orphan Train," which ran out of New York City all over the country for 75 years. One in six Americans descend from a rider on these trains. Whether or not you are one of them, you will find this story amazing. Then, Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com returns to talk about various disk types and what you must know to have the best chance of preserving your finds and one-of-a-kind photos for the long haul. That's this week on Extreme Genes, Family History Radio!

This week Fisher opens with information of concern for Ashkenazi Jewish women from the New York Times. Since most Jewish women in the US are Ashkenazi, the article warns they need to be tested for the genetic mutation that is associated with high rates of breast and ovarian cancer. Studies show that such women are at high risk for carrying the so called "BRCA" gene, made famous by Angelina Jolie last year, when she opted for a double mastectomy because the chance of her getting breast cancer was so high. Next, Fisher shares the story of a British man who fulfilled the wish of his dying father by locating the second family of his bigamist grandfather in Australia, including his father's half sister. Fisher then does two segments with Rick Turley, the Assistant Historian and Recorder for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Mormons have collected family history material since the 1890s, including microfilms by the millions, and now digitized materials. What can we learn from how the LDS Church preserves their priceless and valuable records? Rick will have some important advice you'll want to pay close attention to. Then, Tom Perry, our Preservation Authority, weighs in on other areas of concern. It's all about preservation, this week on Extreme Genes, Family History Radio!

Fisher opens by talking about his recent experience at the FGS Conference in San Antonio. In "Family Histoire News" he tells us about what is believed to be the biggest hurricane in New England history. When did it hit? 1635! Hear what is known about the largest hurricane no one has ever heard of. Then, Fisher has the story of the discovery of cave that may prove that Neanderthals may have been able to create art! Guest Janet Hovorka joins the show from FamilyChartmasters.com. Janet has been gathering information on studies that demonstrate the effect of family history knowledge on the IQs and emotional growth of children. You'll be amazed at what she has to say. Then, Shawn Harvey of Cincinnati, Ohio visits with Fisher about a scene that made his blood boil. He watched as a man tossed a shadowbox into a dumpster. Learn what was in that shadowbox and the lengths he went to to return the treasures to its rightful owner. Then Tom Perry returns with some important advice on scanning your old photos, as well as news about a new invention that you are going to LOVE! That's this week on Extreme Genes, Family History Radio!

Fisher begins the show with the latest on what the body of King Richard III has revealed. Found under a British parking lot just two years ago, the 500-year-old corpse is the scientists' gift that keeps on giving! Fisher then discusses the latest on cemetery business. With so many now reaching capacity they're now finding new ways to cash in on our collective demise. Some may just surprise you! Stan Lindaas is back from HeritageConsulting.com with some important advice for anyone on the family history trail... "Don't judge a book by it's cover!" He once picked up a cook book at an estate sale, and wait til you hear what was in it concerning his family. Jenn Utley from Ancestry.com returns to talk about her experience as an expert guest on Who Do You Think You Are? She played a key role in uncovering Kelsey Grammer's past and then sharing it with him on camera. Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com then gives a great lesson on how to shoot video in a way that makes it easy to edit when you're done.

In segment one, Fisher's Family Histoire News covers the research results covering an 18th century boat found under the World Trade Center four years ago. You'll be amazed what researchers were able to learn about this 200 year old ship! Plus, the odds were ridiculous. Find out about a young girl who drew the name of an Englishman who was killed in World War I, and learned he was her great great great uncle! Fisher visits with guest Chris Tomlinson about the first family history he ever wrote. (It just made the New York Times Bestsellers list!) "Tomlinson Hill" tracks Chris' ancestry back to his great great grandparents who were slave owners in Texas. He then followed the history of the "white Tomlinsons" as well as the "black Tomlinsons," descendants of the slaves his ancestors owned. Those descendants include football great Ladainian Tomlinson. He discusses the differences in the course of these families through the years and how this creates a broader view of race relations today. Then Tom Perry, Preservation Authority from TMCPlace.com, returns. He and Fisher share insights into the best ways to get the best stories out of your senior family members... and some are a little sneaky!

Fisher opens with a recap of this week's episode of Who Do You Think You Are? featuring Modern Family's Jesse Tyler Ferguson. (Once again, an ancestor was accused of a crime!) Rachel McAdams is featured this week. In this week's "Family Histoire News..." With the centennial of the start of World War I, a lot of new resources for researching your ancestor, as well as books about the experiences are out. Fisher talks about "Wyndham's War," from the diaries of a British man who was vacationing in Germany when the war began, and was held there for four years. Also, New York Mayor Bill DeBlasio is visiting his ancestral hometowns in Italy, and are they rolling out the red carpet! (If you've ever taken that kind of trip, you'll be SO jealous of the treatment!) Then, our guest for two full segments is 89 year old Ralph Gates. Ralph's father served in World War I and shares some of his story. Ralph himself served in World War II. As a teenager, he was assigned to work on the Manhattan Project! What was his role? How did he feel about how the war ended? We talk about it all with Ralph Gates. Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com is back to answer your preservation questions. That's this week on Extreme Genes, Family History Radio!

Fisher reveals survey results of the question on your oldest heirlooms. "How old are they?!" Find out in the first segment. In Family Histoire News, Fisher reports on the first episode of this season's "Who Do You Think You Are?" on TLC. "Sex and the City" star Cynthia Nixon learns about her ancestral past. Also, a DNA study may be adding another branch to the Parker family. That same family that settled in Texas in the 1830s, and whose daughter became the mother of a Comanche chief! You'll love this story! And, a 150 year old photo has emerged of the woman who was stranded behind enemy lines... in Virginia... in the Civil War, and became the housemaid to the First Family of the Confederacy! Tom Kelleher, curator of Old Sturbridge Village in Massachusetts, joins Fisher to talk about the myths about early America we've generally come to accept. He has a debunking answer for most all of them. Everything from people's height to why houses had no closets, longevity... you name it... is on the list. You'll want to hear it! Then, Erica Vetsch, an author, shares some amazing facts about 19th century photography. You'll find out why you, too, would have looked so glum being photographed in those days, and the risks incurred by photographers and why they took them. It's more good stuff! Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com gets into more detail on getting great audio when recording your grandparents and older relatives. Episode 52 is waiting for you now!

Fisher opens the show with an explanation of his electrolysis experiment with two family daguerreotypes. He reveals how it went and how to do it... if you dare! He also reveals the name and age of a man from Brazil that just might make him the oldest man on the planet... perhaps ever! David Allen Lambert of the New England Historic Genealogical Society joins the show to talk about the "Colonial Wars," those conflicts that happened on this continent in the 150 years before the Revolution. He also tells you what sources are out there to help you learn whether your ancestors were involved. There were a lot of wars! Chances are, if you have early American ancestry, your people were in the thick of things. Joy Shiver joins us from North Carolina to talk about her amazing creation... a site called JustAJoy.com. It's the place you can go to find original family artifacts, such as family Bibles, and letters written by your ancestors. It's crazy cheap, but has already brought many unique pieces back to their family lines. Tom Perry, our Preservation Authority from TMCPlace.com, returns to talk about audio. How to get it right when recording your grandparents, and what not to do! If you have a question for Tom, email him at [email protected]!

Fisher continues Extreme Genes' first anniversary month with two stories about boys photographed in dresses around the turn of the last century. Family Histoire News includes the release of over 1,000 love letters from one time President Warren G. Harding to his mistress! The oldest living American is now 116. The braids of a uniformed British Naval Officer that were cut from his uniform when he was tended to after losing his arm in World War I has been returned to the family. Wait til you hear the story behind this one! Plus, students in Britain find the 1,700 year old bodies of a family of Romans! It may change the narrative of those early times. Jennifer Utley from Ancestry.com talks about that company's recent release of prison records. What times and places do they cover and what can we expect to find in them? Listen to find out. And the guys who call themselves "Task Force History" in Alabama come on to talk about their latest find. What was it? And where was it found? And what happened when they presented it to a family member? We'll have the whole story. Plus, Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com talks about how to shoot better photos and videos. That's why he's the "Preservation Authority!"

Fisher ushers in July and the first anniversary of Extreme Genes! Fisher shares something new he learned in the past week... how to tell if that child in the dress from the 19th and early 20th centuries is a boy or a girl! And just why did boys wear dresses? There was actually a very good reason for it. He'll explain. Guest Craig Scott, CEO of Heritage Books, then gives some incite on sources for investigating your Revolutionary War ancestors. There are stories waiting to be found! Then listener Suzanne Anderson talks about her research journey into her grandparents-in-law, their escape from Russia, and what she learned they left behind! Tom Perry, our Preservation Authority from TMCPlace.com returns to give you some more ideas on that new camcorder... including one that you can use underwater! Some even now have built in WiFi!

Fisher’s Family Histoire News talks about a real life “Saving Private Ryan” family. Only they weren’t American. And it wasn’t in World War II. He’ll tell you all about it. Plus, there is one nation in the world with solid family records going back over a thousand years, minimal immigration, and a population that generally came from the same place. No research challenge there! But geneticists love this place. Fisher will tell you just what country we’re talking about. Family memorabilia can often lead us on a journey through a family’s history. Stan Lindaas of HeritageConsulting.com returns to tell us the remarkable story about the journey of a locket of hair from Ludwig von Beethoven, and the family that owned it. Stan did some of the research on this project, and you’ll want to hear it. Just about anyone who has ever started a family history research project can tell you, rarely does it go in the direction you expect. It was certainly that way for Janet Lancaster of Modesto, California who was asked to dig up just a few, simple facts on a prominent citizen of Modesto from the 19th Century. Both Janet and the town were astonished at what she learned! You’ll enjoy both the story and learning about the process. Tom Perry, our Preservation Authority from TMCPlace.com returns to talk about your best options in a digital video camera, and to answer a listener question about preserving her great grandparents’ “courting” letters.

Fisher’s Family Histoire News covers the passing of the last of the 29 original Navajo Code Talkers, whose unique code was never broken by the Japanese in World War II. Plus, the original words to what became our National Anthem have been reunited with the flag the inspired them. Learn where you can see this remarkable display. Photo expert Ron Fox returns to the show. Ron was on just a few weeks ago talking about collecting things relating to your ancestors. Fisher took his advice and, recognizing he was letting an opportunity slip away, went to work. The result was a haul of family history treasures, some dating back over 160 years, that left him speechless. Fisher and Fox discuss the particulars and how you could potentially do the same thing. Dr. Mark Shriver from Penn State then joins the show by phone to discuss his experiments into how DNA might one day soon be able to “predict” your ancestor’s face! Sounds like science fiction, but Dr. Shriver says not so. And Tom Perry, the Preservation Authority from TMCPlace.com shocks Fisher with an answer to a listener question about how to get at your grandparents’ old movies. Tom then gives important contact information to assure you get proper permissions for use of copyrighted materials when using them in family history presentations.

Fisher talks to a Michigan woman about the discovery in Wales of something that once belonged to her late father who served in World War II and the invasion of Normandy. DNA is the big thing these days in identifying long deceased ancestors as well as unknown living relatives. Fisher talks with guest Bennett Greenspan, President of FamilyTreeDNA.com, about how it all came about. The other great family history tool of the 20th century is digitized newspapers. Fisher visits with Tom Trynisky, a New York man who has devoted years of his life to providing us access to over 27 million digitized newspaper pages, most dealing with New York City and State… all on his dime and time. If you’ve had ancestors that came out of New York, you’ll want to visit Trynisky’s site… FultonHistory.com. It’ll cost you nothing! Preservation Authority Tom Perry, from TMCPlace.com, is back to talk about staying legal in your family reunion plans. Got a question for Tom? Email him here, at [email protected].

Fisher has more news on the corpse of King Richard III. The modern day discovery of his body under a parking lot was well timed, as a CT scan and a 3D printer have revealed something people had only guessed about in the past. Learn what it is. Guest Daniel Swalm of Minnesota will get you looking through your database to find out… could your grandmother have died without her American citizenship as his did? He’ll tell you about the obscure law he discovered and the path that led him to the floor of the United States Senate! This is a truly amazing tale! Family history super sleuth Ron Fox returns to talk about “collecting” your ancestors and finding their memorabilia on places like eBay! Both Fisher and Ron have done it, and you can too! Preservation Authority Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com returns with news of the latest invention to make your outdoor family reunion safer. You’ll be amazed at what it is! He’ll also fill you in on the latest news surrounding 3D printers. Episode 45/ First aired 6/7/14

Fisher talks about learning of the auction of a silver 1776 “Continental Dollar” that sold in New York. It is believed to have been created to experiment in the creation of “American” currency, an important issue if the United States was to be recognized as an independent nation. Learn how much the coin went for and why Fisher has a special interest in this unique coin. Fisher visits with former Munsters star, Pat Priest… “Marilyn”… about her family’s special history, which, coincidentally involved ties to American currency. In Family Histoire News this week, the National Archives have digitized unique “Artistic Family Records,” from the post-Revolutionary era. Hear why they were created. (Maybe your ancestors left one behind for you to find!) And, King Richard III is back in the news! Hear what the British High Court has had to say about who can do what with his body. Guest Janet Horvorka from FamilyChartMasters.com talks about the challenges of sharing family history with other family members when “skeletons” are present. In the first half of her visit, she addresses the challenges of dealing with the living, and their close kin, who may have an embarrassing past. In the second part, she talks about writing about the dead. If you’re preparing a history of your family, you’re going to want to hear this great advice! Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com, our Preservation Authority, answers another listener question. To submit your questions, email [email protected].

Fisher opens the show with word of a new scent that’s on the market to make you smell “like a Viking!” It’s the real deal! Fisher visits with Academy Award nominee Edward James Olmos who shares his family’s remarkable path. In “Family Histoire News,” a museum in Norwich, Connecticut is lauding “Benedict Arnold… Hero!” It’s all about his contributions to the cause of freedom before turning traitor. Find out what that’s all about. And, a Seattle man recently found a box full of color slides taken on his grandparents’ 1939 honeymoon in England. You’ll want to see the links to these gorgeous pictures taken just before the outbreak of World War II. This week’s expert guest is Judy Lucey of the New England Historic and Genealogical Society who gives some great advice about things to consider when looking at contributing your family history treasures to an institution or archive. It’s something many of us will have to think about at some point. And Pat Mulso of Minnesota has solved a 164-year-old family mystery. In 1850 a baby was left in the temporary care of a priest in New York. When they returned, the priest and the baby were gone. No one ever learned the fate of that baby… until now. Hear Pat’s remarkable story! Preservation Authority, Tom Perry, talks home movies in answer to a listener question. Episode 43 first aired 5/24/14

Fisher's Family Histoire News talks about the discovery of the wreck of Columbus' flagship, the Santa Maria. Could it be true? What will it teach us about what really happened in 1492? Plus, an Oregon man has received a postcard mailed to his great grandmother in 1940 by a relative! How was it lost? How was it found? It's a fascinating tale. Fisher also chats with former Monkee drummer/singer Micky Dolenz about his family history. Nick Baum, founder of StoryWorth.com talks about the founding of this remarkable web site that will help you assemble the stories of your seniors in a way that just might surprise you by its simplicity. Give Nick's visit a listen. Listener Kelly MacFarlane then talks about his remarkable heirloom pickup... an 1838 sampler created by an ancestor that became an oil rag! The sampler cryptically maps out the names of family members. You won't believe how it survived and how he obtained it! Check out the photo. And Tom Perry, Preservation Authority extraordinaire, answers more of your questions.

On this weeks show, Fisher shares the news of two new podcast apps now available free in your Android or iPhone store. Twin sisters have reunited after 78 of separation. We’ll have the happy story for you. Letters written from the European Theater in the heat of battle in World War II have been found in a storage locker and returned to the man’s son. Hear how it all came about. Fisher also gets a family history story out of Charles Fleischer, the voice of Roger Rabbit. You won’t believe this guy’s background! Kathy Kirkpatrick of gentracer.com and Adrian Benjamin Burke, a New York researcher, talk about what’s happening in Italian ancestry research in 2014, with some great stories from the trail. And, you’ll meet Hyrum Veach… expert genealogist… when he’s not in elementary school! Hear what this 12-year-old has to say. (He’s already been at it for five years!) Preservation Authority Tom Perry has filled you in on disks the last few weeks… now… what’s the best format your needs? He’ll tell you. And Fisher tells you the breathtaking story he uncovered of a man he knew as a boy… a friend of his parents… who served in counter-intelligence in World War II.

Fisher visits with Star Wars actor Jeremy Bullock about his ancestry. This week's “Family Histoire News” talks about eight World War II vets who have finally been recognized as true POWs. Learn why it took 70 years for these men to receive this recognition. Also… virtually all early Irish census records are coming on line. Unfortunately, it doesn’t amount to what any Irish descendant would hope for. We’ll explain. And, a man has written a book about three generations of his family and their lives in what became East Germany. Guest Steve Young, producer of the show “Our American Family” on numerous PBS stations talks about the show’s development and growth. Fisher talks about what a great job it does in showing how family’s can get their seniors to share great stories from the past. Guest Valerie Atkisson, who can best be described as a family history artist, talks about how moving around the country grounded her to her ancestry much more than any single place. This led to her connecting with her ancestors through art. She gives advice on what families can do to use art to draw children into an appreciation of their heritage and ancestry. Visit her website at valerieatkisson.com Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com is back with more great advice on preserving your families memories and treasures.

Fisher visits with Butch Patrick, better known as “Eddie Munster.” Butch has made a most ironic family history find and tells Fisher all about it. Fisher’s “Family Histoire” news takes us to England where a virtual “time capsule” full of effects of a fallen soldier will soon be on display to help recognize the 100th anniversary of the start of World War I. Hear what was among the soldiers belongings. Also, might some of your Civil War ancestors’ possessions be found where a shopping mall will soon be built? Hear about the race against time for one group of archaeologists. Plus, a 200 year old handwritten recipe book has been found, researched, and now returned to a descendant of the original owner. Claire Brissen-Banks of TimelessGen.com tells us all about “Forensic Genealogy.” What is it? How could it impact your life? Claire will explain. Suzanne Hansen, an Extreme Genes listener, shares the remarkable finds she has made following a lengthy quest in Pennsylvania. You won’t believe the haul of family history memorabilia she now possesses! Episode 39 aired 4-27-14

Fisher has some incredible stories in this episode. Imagine a stranger knocking at your door to tell you the grandfather who died before you were born had left a message… 101 years ago! It happened in Germany. Fisher shares the amazing details. Plus, a Red Cross worker sketched soldiers in Holland in 1945. Photos of roughly 100 of those sketches were recently found by family, and an effort is now on to locate descendants of these World War II heroes. We’ll tell you where to find out more. Could one be of your ancestor? The Vatican Library has begun digitizing. What’s in the collection that you could soon be viewing on line? We’ll fill you in. And free Civil War records are available on line through the end of April 2014. Who? Where? Remain calm! It’s right in the podcast. Guest John Mitzel from New Hampshire joins the show and explains how he never was able to get his late father to adequately share his stories from World War II. Hear how John would not be defeated, and went about making friends with his dad’s old friends, and hear some of the stories they told about the 781st Tank Battalion! Then, Chicago’s Thomas MacEntee introduces us to genealogical cruises. There are such things! What do you do on one? Where do you go? Who does them? Find out as Fisher visits with Thomas. And lastly, Tom Perry, the Preservation Authority from TMCPlace.com returns to tell you about why you want to use external hard drives to store your most important data, and how to take care of them.

Fisher welcomes new radio stations to the family of affiliates. News this week includes a conclusion that Hitler may have married a Jewish woman! Hear how the DNA trail of Eva Braun led to this remarkable story. Also, plans for major freeway construction has led to the discovery of remains of a 250 year old French settlement in St. Louis. And, an alumnus of Virginia Military Institute has been tracking down descendants of VMI Civil War soldiers who fought in the Battle of New Market. Find out why. Research Authority Stan Lindaas, from HeritageConsulting.com, returns with great advice on how to break down “walls”… those lines that just can’t seem to be extended over long periods of time. Stan talks about one of his own walls, and the remarkable story behind how he cracked the case! And Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com, our Preservation Authority, continues his discussion on reliable drives, the long term viability of various disks, and tells us about a new disk that is just around the corner that will blow your mind! He’ll also tell you what kind of drive NOT to rely on for storage. Episode 37 Originally Aired 04/13/14

Fisher talks about how some listeners got “got” on April Fools’ Day and innocently tried to share the news with Extreme Genes listeners. Hear what one story said and where it came from! Fisher also has a source of common baby names and what they really mean. If you’re naming a child anytime soon, you may want to listen! Would you ever rely on information three-quarters of a century old to solve your 21st Century problems? One British woman did. Listen to how she solved her obesity and financial problems with a pamphlet from World War II! Guest Judy Russell, “The Legal Genealogist,” joins the show. In her first segment, she explains how it is that our family stories are typically lost forever in just three generations. She’ll also tell you what you can do about it. She lays out her case brilliantly… just like the attorney she is. In her second segment, Judy explains what legal traps we need to avoid as family history researchers and writers. The danger is real, and you won’t want to miss what she has to say. Tom Perry from TMCPlace.com, our “Preservation Authority,” is back to talk about dos and don’ts concerning of digital storage. Think of it as your “Family History Insurance Policy.” It's real good advice you need to know! Episode 36 aired 4/6/14

Fisher’s family history news coverage begins with a story about a new science, targeted for police work, where DNA can be used to create a “predicted” face of the suspect! Could there be applications for “genies” everywhere? Also, Yale has discovered that the man they thought was the first African-American to graduate from Yale wasn’t. How was the real “first” found? Genies everywhere will appreciate the story. Cemeteries are going GREEN! (Aren’t they already?) We’ll tell you just what that means. And… Abe Lincoln’s cryptic letter of 1860 has been “decoded.” Find out how and what it meant. Guest Gary Boyd Roberts, a colorful and renowned family history researcher and writer makes his first appearance on the show, talking about “Gateway Ancestors,” ancestors most of us have that have proven lines to royalty. Gary says there’s more than just “snob appeal” to have royal ancestors. He’ll explain the reason you should want to know. Gary also talks about the social mobility that makes it possible for descendants of kings to be American farmers in just a few generations. You won’t want to miss it! Tom Perry, the Preservation Authority, is back with answers to more of your questions… like how do you rescue or even copy a 19th century photo trapped in a bubble glass frame? Episode 35 aired 3/30/14

Fisher talks about the latest science in following the migration patterns of our ancestors… "language family trees." Find out what these trees have taught us about the origins of Native Americans, and how this technique might teach us about the migration of other ancient groups. Fisher also has the story of a Delaware man who lived a long life, but couldn't resist leaving one final message to family and friends… his own hysterical obituary. Fisher will share some of what he wrote. Plus, what are the most disliked new baby names? With the boys, especially… there's a pattern! Guest Karen Zach, a coordinator for two GenWeb sites in Indiana, joins Fisher to talk about just what GenWeb sites are. They're a gold mine of information, but cost you nothing. This could be a valuable segment for you. Fisher reprises his conversation with Robbie from Michigan, who, in 2013, talked about some major discoveries she made after listening to Extreme Genes. Her finding was something descendants had sought for about three decades! Plus, Tom Perry, our Preservation Authority, is back to talk about color correction when digitizing home movies and important things to know about digitizing videos at home! Episode 34 Aired 3/23/14