Search Hack – Google Site Search
Show Notes: How to use Google site search to search a website that doesn't have a good search engine, or doesn't have one at all. Google's Site Search will help you find exactly what you need! This tip comes from the hour-long Premium Membership "Elevenses with Lisa"...
Finding Old Newspapers for Free at Google Books – Audio Podcast Episode 276
Show Notes: Google Books is known for having millions of free digitized books. But did you know that it’s also packed with hidden old newspapers? Since newspapers don’t typically appear in your initial search results in Google Books, I’ll show you two ways to...
5 Genealogy Search Hacks (Premium Exclusive)
Elevenses with Lisa LIVE show exclusively for Premium Members. These 5 search hacks are going to move you into the category of genealogy search ninja! Premium Members can join me for the live show and join in the chat. Or watch the video replay afterward at your...
Using Google Scholar for Genealogy (Premium Audio Podcast Episode 206)
(PREMIUM AUDIO PODCAST) Google Scholar is an amazing free tool, and in this episode, you’ll learn how to use it for genealogy research. Not only will you learn what can be found, but I’ll show you how to use the built-in tools and strategies for getting the most out...
5 Reason You MUST Look at Original Records
Show Notes: When you find family history information online you MUST make every effort to find the original genealogy record so that your family tree will be accurate! There are 5 reasons to find original records. I'll explain what they are, and what to look for so...
History Hub Tutorial
Show Notes: Are you trying to work on a genealogy brick wall, and you think the records you need might be at the National Archives? In this video, I’m going to show you a new way that you can get answers and hopefully get the records quickly. The National Archives is...
Restarting Your Genealogy Research – Audio Podcast Episode 275
Has it been a while since you worked on your genealogy research? As passionate as we may be about genealogy, the reality is that a little thing called “Life” can get in the way! Getting back into genealogy can actually be a bit daunting. Where did you leave off?...
12 Strategies for Finding Maiden Names of Female Ancestors
Show Notes: Finding female ancestors poses unique challenges that can throw roadblocks in your way. And the reason for that is simple. The women in our family tree assume the surname of their husbands when they marry. In genealogy, we're researching backward through...
Using Google Scholar for Genealogy (Premium)
Elevenses with Lisa LIVE show exclusively for Premium Members. Google Scholar is an amazing free tool, and in this episode, you'll learn how to use it for genealogy research. Not only will you learn what can be found, but I'll show you how to use the built-in tools...
Premium Podcast Episode 205
(PREMIUM AUDIO PODCAST) Save yourself future frustration and disappointment by putting an organization plan in place for all the types of genealogical items that you find. I personally use the organization systems that I am sharing with you in this episode, and they...
5 Steps to Finding Marriage Records
Show Notes: Marriage records are essential to building your family tree. Here are the 5 steps you need to in order to find an ancestor's marriage record. Watch the Video 5 Steps to Finding Marriage Records for Genealogy Downloadable ad-free Show Notes...
What is WikiTree with Founder Chris Whitten
Show Notes: When it comes to choosing an online family tree, there are lots of different options. It can be a challenging decision as to where to put yours. In this video and show notes article we're going to take a look at WikiTree.com. You'll learn what it is, how...
Creating an Ancestor’s Emigration Path in Google Earth
Elevenses with Lisa LIVE show (Premium Members exclusive): Learn how to create an interactive Google Earth map of your ancestors' story using the Path tool. I'll show you how I recreated my Great Grandmother's life path including her emigration in 1910. The...
Marriage Records and Gretna Greens – Audio Podcast Episode 274
Gretna Green is a term you need to know if you are searching for marriage records. In this video professional genealogist J. Mark Lowe joins me to discuss Gretna Green: what it means, why it matters, and how Gretna Greens may have affected your ability...
Discover the FamilySearch Wiki WOW Factor! (Beginner Tutorial)
Show Notes: The FamilySearch Wiki is like a free encyclopedia of genealogy! In this FamilySearch Wiki tutorial, discover the wealth of information the Wiki has to offer, and learn the secrets to navigating it with ease. We’ll also cover the number #1 reason people get...
Premium Podcast Episode 204
(PREMIUM AUDIO PODCAST) Learn the benefits of digging deep into the places where your ancestors once lived. Discover what you need to find out about ancestral locations, and how to find the information. You’ll get a handy worksheet template with this episode. ...
Self Publish Your Book!
Show Notes: Have you ever dreamed of publishing a book about your family history? Although it's never been easier to do, there are some things to keep in mind and pitfalls to avoid. In this video, Lisa Louise Cooke interviews Dale Spaulding, author of the...
How to Find German Villages for Family History
Show Notes & Video: Finding your German ancestor's village is key to finding the genealogical records you need to go further back in your family tree. In this session you'll learn: How and why it is important to know the "Heimat" because many records are kept on...