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Margo's Story

NPE Stories - April 15, 2024 03:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 206 ratings
Margo discovered her NPE status when she purchased an Ancestry kit to kill a lifelong curiosity. She learned her younger brother was not the only NPE in the family and suddenly her chaotic childhood began to make sense. Resources Mentioned: When the Apple Falls Far from the Tree: Discovering th...

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Terra's Story

NPE Stories - April 05, 2024 20:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 206 ratings
Terra was raised in Texas by her single father and asked for a 23andMe for Christmas to see how much Native American she had on her maternal side.  Terra ended up having quite an ethnicity shift after her NPE.  NPE Stories Patreon NPE Stories facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NPEstories

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Dorene's Story

NPE Stories - March 30, 2024 19:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 206 ratings
Dorene’s NPE discovery in 2022 at the age of 60 inspired her to become a trauma recovery coach, specializing in helping NPEs. As she began to study intergenerational trauma and apply what she learned to her experience, the events of Dorene's life finally began to make sense. Dorene can be reach...

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Laura H's Story

NPE Stories - March 21, 2024 23:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 206 ratings
Laura found out her half-siblings are her full siblings, and since finding out she was an NPE her family members have become distant. Resources Mentioned: Tickets still available for the Untangling our Roots Summit Apr 25-28, 2024 in Denver, CO NPE Stories Patreon NPE Stories facebook page ...

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KaSheena's Story

NPE Stories - March 14, 2024 16:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 206 ratings
KaSheena took a DNA test to see what part of Africa her ancestors came from, but ended up finding a bunch of strangers show up in her DNA matches. KaSheena can be reached via email [email protected] Resources Mentioned: Tickets still available for the Untangling our Roots Summit Apr...

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Exploring Multiple Truths Through Family History and Curiosity | Julie Pham

Stories in Our Roots - March 13, 2024 09:00 - 28 minutes
Julie Pham, a Vietnamese boat person, shares her family's journey as refugees fleeing communism and establishing a new life in the United States. Through Julie's experiences and insights as a historian, listeners will explore the power of multiple truths, the push and pull factors of immigration...

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Sue's Story

NPE Stories - February 29, 2024 17:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 206 ratings
Sue is an NPE that has a full sibling from her mother's affair with her birth father. Her research has uncovered other NPEs from her family as well, including her own mother. Resources Mentioned: Join us at the Untangling our Roots Summit Apr 25-28, 2024 in Denver, CO NPE Stories now has a ne...

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Unraveling Their Family's Departure During Iran's Golden Age | Danielle and Galeet Dardashti

Stories in Our Roots - February 28, 2024 10:00 - 29 minutes
Join Danielle and Galeet Dardashti as they share their journey of discovery  to learn why their father's family left Iran during the Golden Age for Jews. With limited access to records to answer their questions, the sisters relied on interviewing over 85 individuals, including family members, sc...

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Devin's Story

NPE Stories - February 22, 2024 22:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 206 ratings
Devin shares his NPE story of finding out he is the youngest of 23 children spanned over many decades. He believes he may still have siblings out there he has yet to meet. Devin can be reached via email [email protected] or via instagram @dd_227 Resources Mentioned: Devin has shared ...

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RootsTech 2024 Tips & Tricks to Prepare You for the Conference

Journey Through the Generations - February 21, 2024 14:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Are you attending the in-person RootsTech conference? Well, we share some updated information to help you prepare for the conference. We hope this helps as you get ready to attend the conference. Look for us at the conference, stop us and say hello. We plan to interview conference attendees fo...

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AJ's Story

NPE Stories - February 04, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 206 ratings
After being abandoned by his mother at 6 months old, AJ moved to a rural area with the man everyone thought was his father.  His whole life, he never knew that the missing pieces he felt were not just because of his mother's absence.  Through death, loss and shock AJ has navigated his life purpo...

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Bob M's Story

NPE Stories - January 28, 2024 23:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 206 ratings
Raised just outside of Detroit, Bob had a vastly different upbringing than his biological father's children. Bob has found out, after taking a DNA test, that he is half Ashkenazi Jewish. Bob can be reached via email [email protected] Resources Mentioned: Untangling Our Roots Summit in Apri...

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We're Ready for RootsTech! Are you?

Journey Through the Generations - January 26, 2024 14:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
With just over a month left for RootsTech, we have officially started to prepare for the trip. We will have a very busy schedule, but in this episode, we talk about some of the things you should prepare for if you are registered for the conference. Support the show Blog: https://www.journeythro...

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What's New For Us in 2024

Journey Through the Generations - January 23, 2024 14:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
We had a fantastic 2023. We've increased our reach and look forward to continuing this in 2024. In this episode, we talk about some of the new things for us in 2024. Take a listen and let us know what you think. If you're interested in being a sponsor or want to collaborate, contact us via Soci...

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Shantel's Story

NPE Stories - January 22, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 206 ratings
After a traumatic childhood and being raised primarily by an abusive grandmother, Shantel discovered her NPE status at age 23. The discovery came with a change in her racial identity but it wasn’t until almost 15 years later that Shantel discovered who her biological father was. Messages to Sha...

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Sharilyn's Story

NPE Stories - January 13, 2024 23:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 206 ratings
Sharilyn figured out she was an NPE when she found her birth certificate. She met her birth father before his passing but needed time to process meeting her new biological family members. Like so many NPEs she would really like a sincere apology. Sharilyn can be reached via email  ssharilyn@ho...

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Jess's Story

NPE Stories - December 31, 2023 22:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 206 ratings
Jess is taller than her brothers and never had a relationship with her BCF after he was sent to prison when she was a child. She found out she was an NPE and her BF's family has been a new joy in Jess's life. Jess can be reached via email [email protected] Resources: Grief Class and the 5 s...

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Your Family's Story Needs to Be Heard

How We Got Here - The Stories of Atlantic Canada - December 27, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 8 ratings
Starting the 2024 Season off right In this Episode Brian Nash talks to Journalist and Businessman Joseph Quaderer Founder and CEO of StorySavor.about the process of writing a good biography. Biography writing is often one thing that Family Historians often struggle with they have the facts a...

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12 Days of Family Research - Technology

Journey Through the Generations - December 24, 2023 15:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Technology is a huge part of doing family research. It allows us to find documents, records, photos, books, etc. that we may or may not have been able to find. And we can find it in a more quick, efficient manner. if you are having a technology issue that you want us to do a YouTube video or po...

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12 Days of Family Research - Tell Your Story

Journey Through the Generations - December 23, 2023 15:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
We all have a story to tell. And yes, we know the story is not always a good one. However, it's a part of your family and if anything, because you are here, it's because of the strength and determination of your ancestors. Call their names by telling the story of You. You can do this in several...

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12 Days of Family Research - DNA

Journey Through the Generations - December 22, 2023 15:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
DNA is one of the most popular topics in family research. While we aren't experts by any means, we can share our experiences, thoughts, knowledge, and resources with you to help navigate using DNA in your family research. Links to DNA Resources Shannon Christmas - https://throughthetreesblog.tu...

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12 Days of Family Research - Organization and Church Records

Journey Through the Generations - December 21, 2023 15:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
On Day 9, we talk about finding information and records about your family in organizations and churches your family members may have been members of. For example, was your ancestor a/an: - Freemason or Eastern Star - Fraternity/Sorority - Church Groups - School Groups - Alumni Associations and...

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12 Days of Family Research - Immigration Records

Journey Through the Generations - December 20, 2023 15:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Uncover your family's past using immigration records for genealogical gold. Explore how these historical archives reveal arrival details, personal information, and familial connections, offering a window into your ancestors' journeys. Go to our Facebook page to see the image of Phillip's ancest...

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The Power of Anthropology in Unearthing Family History and Culture | Elizabeth Keating

Stories in Our Roots - December 20, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes
In retrospect, Elizabeth Keating wishes she would have used her skills as an anthropologist when she interviewed her mother about family history.  To help others avoid her mistakes, Elizabeth shares how we can use interviews with living family members to uncover the everyday experiences and cult...

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12 Days of Family Research - F.A.N. Principle

Journey Through the Generations - December 19, 2023 15:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Phillip and Trisha talk about the F.A.N. principle in family research. F.A.N. is the acronym for Friends, Associates, and Neighbors. Go read Trisha's blog post about the F.A.N. principle. Listen to our podcast about the F.A.N. principle. Support the show Blog: https://www.journeythroughthegen...

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12 Days of Family Research - Military Records

Journey Through the Generations - December 18, 2023 15:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Phillip and Trisha talk about military records. - Where can you find them? - What kind of information is there?  and more We appreciate and thank all military members, past and present, for your service. Support the show Blog: https://www.journeythroughthegenerations.com Facebook: https://ww...

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Aly's Story

NPE Stories - December 17, 2023 21:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 206 ratings
My fellow millenial NPE shares her story. She was the product of a work affair between her mom and birth father. She had a shocking parent-child match on her DNA results after taking a DNA test for fun.  Aly can be reached:  on Facebook at Aly Copeland on Instagram @Alytowel email alysonmnowell...

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12 Days of Family Research - Family Possessions

Journey Through the Generations - December 17, 2023 15:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Phillip and Trisha talk about your family possessions and tips on how to obtain them from family, how to store them, and more. Here's a link to a place where I know people have used them to digitize, store, and share files. Click here to learn more about Forever.com In 2023, I talked with Fore...

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12 Days of Family Research - Newspapers

Journey Through the Generations - December 16, 2023 15:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Newspapers can be a great resource when researching your family. There's a lot you can find if you're able to find the newspaper digitized. Phillip and Trisha talk about how newspapers can be helpful for you, where you can find them, and some tips on using them. Merry Christmas!!!! 🎅🏽🎄 Support...

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12 Days of Family Research - Census Records

Journey Through the Generations - December 15, 2023 15:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratings
Census records are a very popular record for family research. Oftentimes, it's one of the first records a researcher will look at. It gives you a wealth of information. Phillip and Trisha talk about census records, how they can be used, good information to look for, and where to find them.  Ph...

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