Let’s dive into six Queensland, Australia sites for your genealogical research.

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The recording of today's webinar by Elizabeth Shown Mills, CG, CGL, "Problem Solving in the Problem-Riddled Carolina Backcountry” is now available to view at www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com/ESM with a webinar membership.

Are you a fan of podcasts? They can be great to listen to while you travel, exercise, or wait for an appointment. For genealogists, podcasts are a great resource to add to your learning plan.

Before we discuss how to find podcasts, let's define what a podcast is. A podcast is an audio program that can be listened to or downloaded from the Internet. Unlike video, the great thing about podcasts is that you can be listening while you're doing other things since you don't have to look a screen to understand what is going on. It's like a radio show, but anyone can create a podcast. Podcasters have shows that focus on a theme, and they may invite guests to be interviewed. Some podcasters publish "show notes" online that serve as a transcript of the show. This can be helpful when the show mentions websites.

When we consider genealogy podcasts, they can range from those that focus on interviewing guests, to ones that explore a topic in depth, to a podcast that is more like a "show" with different topics in one episode. So depending on your genealogical interest, you may find something on DNA, research methodology, or researching in a specific place. New podcast episodes may appear weekly, monthly, or be more infrequent. Most podcasts have a corresponding website or blog, so make sure to look for those to learn more about the podcast, the podcast schedule, and the show notes. 

So how do you find genealogy podcasts? Here are three ideas that can help:

1. Your first go-to should be Cyndi's List. You might be accustomed to using Cyndi's List to find websites to help solve genealogical problems, but it's also the place to find podcasts. Peruse the listing of podcasts at https://www.cyndislist.com/podcasts/general. Additional podcasts can be found by choosing Locality or Topic Specific link on the Podcasts for Genealogy web page. In addition to Cyndi's List, Conference Keeper also has a list of genealogy podcasts.

2. Use a Podcast Search Engine. Listen Notes is a podcast search engine that describes itself as "It's like Google, but for podcasts." With over 3 million podcasts to search, you can use a keyword search to find podcasts or episodes (such as genealogy or a specific genealogist). When you click on the search bar, you will also have the option to Discover podcasts by categories, including Explorer (for similar podcasts), Hot Podcasts (what's popular today), and Playlists. If you want to learn how to create a podcast, their Podcast Academy will help.

3. Ask! If you use social media, you may see podcasters post their latest episodes or genealogists posting about something they recently heard. The best way to find your next favorite podcast is to ask someone who listens to podcasts. This can be done at your genealogy society meeting or via a social media post.

Podcasts can provide everything from a book recommendation to genealogical how-tos, to an interview with a genealogist you admire. The best part of podcasts is you can pause them at your convenience, even pausing an episode when life interrupts you. Already a fan of podcasts? Make sure to spread the word and post about your favorite podcast or episode.

Gena Philibert-Ortega is an author, instructor, and researcher. She blogs at Gena's Genealogy and Food.Family.Ephemera. You can find her presentations on the Legacy Family Tree Webinars website.

The Carolina backcountry is known for its genealogical roadblocks: from social and geographic challenges to record destruction, to the failure to create records in the first place. This session begins by examining the cultural influences that have created the problems—influences we need to understand if we are to develop alternative resources and approaches. Building on this foundation, Mills then explores thirty-two strategies for overcoming research obstacles, using a variety of short case studies and little-known materials to illustrate key points.

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The recording of today's webinar by J. Mark Lowe, FUGA, "Why We Should Look at In-Laws When Doing Genealogical Research” is now available to view at www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com for free for a limited time.

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The recording of today's webinar by Katharine Andrew, "A Deep Dive into U.S. City Directories at MyHeritage” is now available to view at www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com for free.

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The recording of today's webinar by Lisa Medina, "Tracing Ancestors through Revolutionary Mexico” is now available to view at www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com for free for a limited time.

Every holiday season comes and goes much quicker than I expected. I have the best of intentions in the late summer months, but then before I know it, we are celebrating a new year.

Family historians are the keepers of the family stories. One of the "job" duties is to share what we know with others. The holiday season is a great time to do that. But it's also a difficult time with obligations, family gatherings, and unexpected illnesses that have us down for the count for a week.

Do you want to make this the Christmas you share your family history? July is the perfect time to start. Even if you think the Summer is way too early to think about the holidays, I can assure you that they will be here sooner than you think, and just like last year, you may not be ready (or at least I'm not).

July is an excellent time to ask what type of holiday gift you want to give. Settling on an idea is half the battle. Possible gifts include:

• Family Tree Charts (with or without photos)
• Family History Book (one person, one ancestral couple, or more)
• Digitized family photos
• Transcribing family letters or diaries

Now these are ideas that you can probably complete with the help of your genealogy software, scanner, or just your time. Some gifts will require professionals, whether a professional genealogist, a company that sells printed charts, or one that scans media. You may also choose a more crafted gift requiring someone who is a quilter, woodworker, or other provider.

Once you know what you want to do, consider the time it will take.

• How long will it take you to update your family history before sharing?
• How long will it take you to create the item? (always assume it will take at least twice as long)
• How long will it take any other providers who are part of the process? When do they need the item by?
• How long will it take to mail and receive the item before the holidays?

Now consider what stands in the way of you completing the gift.

• Do you routinely get sick during the winter months (I do!)
• Do you have any travel scheduled?
• Are you hosting any family gatherings?
• Do you have family or work obligations?
• When do you want to be done with your family history gift?

Answering these questions now will help you be prepared to share your family history gift with your family. If this all overwhelms you, consider a small gift, like a newsy Christmas letter. It's not the amount of money or time you spend; it's sharing your family history with others so that they can learn more about your shared family history. Who knows, they may even have information or a photo that can help you as you continue your genealogical journey.

Gena Philibert-Ortega is an author, instructor, and researcher. She blogs at Gena's Genealogy and Food.Family.Ephemera. You can find her presentations on the Legacy Family Tree Webinars website.