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    <description>Ohio Roots is the official podcast of the Ohio Genealogical Society (OGS). Join us as we embark on a captivating journey through Ohio’s rich genealogy, history, and abundant resources. Hosted by OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier, this podcast brings you insightful conversations with a diverse array of guests. From OGS members, OGS chapter leaders, and OGS staff, to renowned genealogists, historians, and influential figures within the genealogical community, each episode delves into fascinating topics and captivating stories. Grab your headphones or unmute your speaker, hit that play button, and join us on our enthralling journeys through Ohio’s Roots. Edited by: Luc Poirier Produced by: The Ohio Genealogical Society</description>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>On this episode of the OGS Ohio Roots podcast we speak with genealogist and educator Robert Cameron Weir. He joins us to explore strategies for solving tough research problems—from probate records and colonial New England sources to DNA shared matches and emerging tools like AI and ChatGPT. A specialist in New Hampshire and Massachusetts research, Robert previews his sessions for the 2026 Ohio Genealogical Society Conference and shares practical insights genealogists can use at every experience level</p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>On this episode of the OGS Ohio Roots podcast we speak with Akron Beacon reporter Tawney Beans and the subject of her recent article Glenn Duncan. When a routine DNA test revealed unfamiliar relatives, Glenn Duncan began unraveling a family secret hidden since the 1950s. We discuss how forged records, quiet agreements between friends, and modern genetic genealogy revealed that Glenn’s childhood playmates were actually his half siblings—and how, decades later, the truth reshaped his understanding of family.</p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the OGS Ohio Roots podcast, we speak with Richard Schneider, FamilySearch Coordinator at the <a href='https://freedomcenter.org/visit/permanent-exhibits/genealogy/'>John Parker Library at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center</a> in Cincinnati. Richard discusses the unique challenges of African American genealogy and the creative strategies genealogists use when traditional records fall silent. It’s a conversation about history, resilience, and why uncovering these stories still matters today.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we chat with Stephen Headley, Reference Librarian in the Genealogy and Local History Department at the <a href='https://chpl.org/'>Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library</a>, to explore the depth and diversity of the library’s research collections. From genealogy and house histories, African American history, and rare special collections, Stephen shares how these resources help researchers uncover personal stories and better understand Cincinnati’s past.</p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>On the this episode of the OGS Ohio Roots Podcast, we’re joined by John Thompson of the <a href='https://fortmeigs.org/'>Fort Meigs Historic Site</a>, one of Ohio’s most significant War of 1812 landmarks. We talk with him about the fort’s history, its ongoing educational mission, and what visitors can expect when they explore this remarkable piece of Ohio’s heritage.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On the this episode of the OGS Ohio Roots Podcast, we’re joined by John Thompson of the <a href='https://fortmeigs.org/'>Fort Meigs Historic Site</a>, one of Ohio’s most significant War of 1812 landmarks. We talk with him about the fort’s history, its ongoing educational mission, and what visitors can expect when they explore this remarkable piece of Ohio’s heritage.</p>
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                    <comments>https://webmasterxy.podbean.com/e/episode-60-deb-deal/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Join us on this episode of the Ohio Roots podcast for a conversation with Deb Deal of the 2026 OGS Conference Committee. We discuss the 2026 OGS Conference and what attendees can expect as they are “finding genealogy gems” at the 2026 Conference in Sharonville, Ohio. </p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join us on this episode of the Ohio Roots podcast for a conversation with Deb Deal of the 2026 OGS Conference Committee. We discuss the 2026 OGS Conference and what attendees can expect as they are “finding genealogy gems” at the 2026 Conference in Sharonville, Ohio. </p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Join us on this episode of the Ohio Roots podcast for a conversation with Lorinda LeClain, local historian and author of Hidden History of Athens, Ohio. Lorinda uncovers the little-known stories that shaped Athens County—from coal miners and early settlers to freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad. Discover how genealogy and local history intertwine to reveal the people and events that built this unique corner of Ohio.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join us on this episode of the Ohio Roots podcast for a conversation with Lorinda LeClain, local historian and author of <em>Hidden History of Athens, Ohio</em>. Lorinda uncovers the little-known stories that shaped Athens County—from coal miners and early settlers to freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad. Discover how genealogy and local history intertwine to reveal the people and events that built this unique corner of Ohio.</p>
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        <title>Episode 58 - Sally Hobert Whiting</title>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the OGS Ohio Roots podcast, we talk with Sally Hobert Whiting, educator, publishing professional, and genealogist, about her journey uncovering her family’s Pilgrim roots. Sally shares the inspiration behind her historical novel, <a href='https://a.co/d/gxsjEuQ'>Filled with Fortitude: Pilgrim Elizabeth Tilley</a>, which tells the story of her 13-year-old ancestor who sailed on the Mayflower. Join us as we explore her passion for genealogy, the challenges of bringing history to life through fiction, and the timeless lessons of courage and perseverance that connect us to our past.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It's our 50th episode of the Ohio Roots Podcast! We celebrate by speaking with Drew Smith—genealogist, librarian, author, and co-host of The Genealogy Guys Podcast—to explore his lifelong passion for family history and the intersection of genealogy and technology. Drew shares stories from his early days in online genealogy forums, insights from his books, and advice for researchers at all levels.</p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>On this episode of the OGS Ohio Roots podcast we speak with Dante Weisend, Site Manager of Fort Laurens. Dante shares the history of Ohio’s only Revolutionary War fort, the upcoming archaeological excavations, and their acquisition of the Patricia Hinkle Shemanski Fort Laurens Research Collection. The collection documents all of the men who served at Fort Laurens. </p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Join us for this episode of the OGS Ohio Roots podcast as we speak with Jen Narramore, meteorologist and host of the podcast Tornado Talk, about the Virtual Tornado Memorial Project and how your family’s history could aid them in documenting historical tornados and their impacts. </p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Continuing our discussions with 2025 OGS Conference presenters this week with a conversation with genealogist <a href='https://dnangels.org/search-angels/kate-penney-howard/'>Kate Penney Howard</a>. We discuss her own start in genealogy and what she’ll be presenting at the conference.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode of the OGS Ohio Roots podcast is an interview with the 2025 OGS Conference keynote speaker Judy Russell. Don't miss this conversation with "The Legal Genealogist" about her own start in genealogy and the challenges of researching courthouse records. </p>
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                    <comments>https://webmasterxy.podbean.com/e/episode-38-kelli-jo-bergheimer/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                    <comments>https://webmasterxy.podbean.com/e/episode-36-krista-horrocks/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                    <comments>https://webmasterxy.podbean.com/e/episode-34-the-2025-ogs-conference-preview/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>We speak with the co-chairs of the 2025 OGS Conference, Cheryl Abernathy and Becky Plank, about the theme of the 2025 conference, what speakers and programs attendees can expect, and information on how to register. Don’t miss this if you are planning to attend next year’s OGS Conference.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We speak with the co-chairs of the 2025 OGS Conference, Cheryl Abernathy and Becky Plank, about the theme of the 2025 conference, what speakers and programs attendees can expect, and information on how to register. Don’t miss this if you are planning to attend next year’s OGS Conference.</p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Join us for the latest episode of the Ohio Roots podcast when we speak with Curt Witcher, the Manager of The Genealogy Center at the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne, Indiana. We discuss the library’s history and program offerings as well as their approach to assisting patron with their personal family history efforts. You won’t want to miss this one!</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join us for the latest episode of the Ohio Roots podcast when we speak with Curt Witcher, the Manager of The Genealogy Center at the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne, Indiana. We discuss the library’s history and program offerings as well as their approach to assisting patron with their personal family history efforts. You won’t want to miss this one!</p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with <a href='https://www.legacytree.com/'>LegacyTree</a> genealogist Kristin Wenger about the unique challenges and opportunities presented in researching Ohio Moravian ancestors and Moravian ancestry in general.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with <a href='https://www.legacytree.com/'>LegacyTree</a> genealogist Kristin Wenger about the unique challenges and opportunities presented in researching Ohio Moravian ancestors and Moravian ancestry in general.</p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Ohio Roots speaks with Erin Harris, webmaster for the Montgomery County Chapter of OGS, in our latest episode. We discuss how the chapter has embraced technology, the importance of a website, Erin's own genealogical explorations, and much more! (29 minutes)</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ohio Roots speaks with Erin Harris, webmaster for the Montgomery County Chapter of OGS, in our latest episode. We discuss how the chapter has embraced technology, the importance of a website, Erin's own genealogical explorations, and much more! (29 minutes)</p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Join us for the latest episode of the Ohio Roots podcast where we speak with the National Genealogy Society’s AI Program Director, Steve Little. Steve discusses the use of artificial intelligence in conducting genealogical research and where that technology is taking genealogy in the future. You don’t want to miss this discussion!</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join us for the latest episode of the Ohio Roots podcast where we speak with the National Genealogy Society’s AI Program Director, Steve Little. Steve discusses the use of artificial intelligence in conducting genealogical research and where that technology is taking genealogy in the future. You don’t want to miss this discussion!</p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>OGS Executive Director speaks with Lochlyn Ramsey, a young man who took it upon himself to transcribe the memoir of an early 20th century resident of Huron County. </p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Join us on the latest episode of the the Ohio Roots podcast as OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with Garry Night, President of the Montgomery County Chapter of OGS about the chapter's history, programs, and his own genealogical explorations.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join us on the latest episode of the the Ohio Roots podcast as OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with Garry Night, President of the Montgomery County Chapter of OGS about the chapter's history, programs, and his own genealogical explorations.</p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with noted genealogist Billie Stone Fogarty of HeritageTrackers, LLC about conducting Indigenous Peoples’ genealogical research and the challenges of undertaking such research. She provides tips on how to get started and where to look. </p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with noted genealogist Billie Stone Fogarty of HeritageTrackers, LLC about conducting Indigenous Peoples’ genealogical research and the challenges of undertaking such research. She provides tips on how to get started and where to look. </p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>James Beidler, joins the Ohio Roots podcast to discuss the Genealogical Society of Pennsylvania with OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier in the this episode. James is currently serving as the GSP’s Interim Executive Director.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>James Beidler, joins the Ohio Roots podcast to discuss the Genealogical Society of Pennsylvania with OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier in the this episode. James is currently serving as the GSP’s Interim Executive Director.</p>
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                    <comments>https://webmasterxy.podbean.com/e/episode-11-jenna-kish/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>The OGS’s Archivist Jenna Kish speaks with Ohio Roots about her role preserving and making accessible the important archival collections of the Ohio Genealogical Society held in the Lyle H. West Archives at the OGS Samuel D. Isaly Library in Bellville, Ohio. She also discusses how to prepare a collection for donation to the OGS (or anywhere) and what happens to those collections when they arrive. </p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The OGS’s Archivist Jenna Kish speaks with Ohio Roots about her role preserving and making accessible the important archival collections of the Ohio Genealogical Society held in the Lyle H. West Archives at the OGS Samuel D. Isaly Library in Bellville, Ohio. She also discusses how to prepare a collection for donation to the OGS (or anywhere) and what happens to those collections when they arrive. </p>
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                    <comments>https://webmasterxy.podbean.com/e/episode-10-thomas-cirincione/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Tue, 26 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Our guest on this episode of the OGS Ohio Roots podcast is Thomas Cirincione, President of the Cleveland Italian Ancestry Organization (CIAO). We discuss CIAO, its activities and programs, researching Ohio’s Italian immigrant community, and more.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Our guest on this episode of the OGS Ohio Roots podcast is Thomas Cirincione, President of the Cleveland Italian Ancestry Organization (CIAO). We discuss CIAO, its activities and programs, researching Ohio’s Italian immigrant community, and more.</p>
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                    <comments>https://webmasterxy.podbean.com/e/episode-9-todd-kleismit/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with Todd Kleismit, Executive Director of the America-250 Ohio initiative. America 250-Ohio is a multi-year commemoration where Ohioans from all 88 counties will be in the spotlight of the impact Ohio’s unique role in our nation’s story. Todd explains the effort, what is planned, and how organizations can become involved. For more information visit: https://america250-ohio.org/ </p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with Todd Kleismit, Executive Director of the America-250 Ohio initiative. America 250-Ohio is a multi-year commemoration where Ohioans from all 88 counties will be in the spotlight of the impact Ohio’s unique role in our nation’s story. Todd explains the effort, what is planned, and how organizations can become involved. For more information visit: https://america250-ohio.org/ </p>
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        <title>Episode 8 - Deb Deal</title>
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                    <comments>https://webmasterxy.podbean.com/e/episode-8-deb-deal/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>In this special bonus episode of the Ohio Roots podcast Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with Deb Deal, Co-Chair of the 2024 OGS Conference, about what is planned for the 2024 OGS Conference in April 2024 at the Kalahari Resort and Convention Center in Sandusky, Ohio.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this special bonus episode of the Ohio Roots podcast Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with Deb Deal, Co-Chair of the 2024 OGS Conference, about what is planned for the 2024 OGS Conference in April 2024 at the Kalahari Resort and Convention Center in Sandusky, Ohio.</p>
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                    <comments>https://webmasterxy.podbean.com/e/season-1-episode-7-lajoy-mosby/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with LaJoy Mosby, President of the Afro American Historical &amp; Genealogical Society about the society and its activities and the challenges of researching African-American ancestors.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with LaJoy Mosby, President of the Afro American Historical &amp; Genealogical Society about the society and its activities and the challenges of researching African-American ancestors.</p>
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        <title>Episode 6 - Tammy Pelton</title>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Our guest on this episode is Tammy Sloan Pelton, the President of the Ashland County Chapter, OGS. She speaks with OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier about the chapter’s history, its efforts to engage with new members and the community, and her own genealogical experiences and accomplishments. You can learn more about the Ashland County Chapter, OGS by visiting their website at <a href='http://www.ashlandccogs.org/'>www.ashlandccogs.org</a>.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Our guest on this episode is Tammy Sloan Pelton, the President of the Ashland County Chapter, OGS. She speaks with OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier about the chapter’s history, its efforts to engage with new members and the community, and her own genealogical experiences and accomplishments. You can learn more about the Ashland County Chapter, OGS by visiting their website at <a href='http://www.ashlandccogs.org/'>www.ashlandccogs.org</a>.</p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with genealogist Karynne Moses of Moses Genealogy Research and Translation. Karynne's research focuses on German and Portuguese genealogy and she offers tips and information on how she goes about her research and the challenges it presents. Karynne can be found at mosesgen.com. </p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with genealogist Karynne Moses of Moses Genealogy Research and Translation. Karynne's research focuses on German and Portuguese genealogy and she offers tips and information on how she goes about her research and the challenges it presents. Karynne can be found at mosesgen.com. </p>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>OGS Executive Director speaks with Austin Reid. Mr. Reid, a native of Lancaster, Ohio has been exploring the stories of Ohio's smaller and vanished Jewish communities since 2017. His research has been featured in several media outlets including The Canton Repository, Columbus Jewish News, Richland Source, Steubenville Herald-Star, Zanesville Times Recorder, and WOSU.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>OGS Executive Director speaks with Austin Reid. Mr. Reid, a native of Lancaster, Ohio has been exploring the stories of Ohio's smaller and vanished Jewish communities since 2017. His research has been featured in several media outlets including The Canton Repository, Columbus Jewish News, Richland Source, Steubenville Herald-Star, Zanesville Times Recorder, and WOSU.</p>
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        <title>Episode 3 - Linda Swanson</title>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with the OGS Librarian Linda Swanson. Linda began with OGS as its Digital Librarian in September 2019. Today she manages the library’s print collections, supervises the archive collections, directs the library’s digital projects, oversees the computers and technology, and more! Her undergraduate work was done at Denison University in Granville (majors in English literature and music) and her Master’s in Library and Information Science was secured from Kent State University. She has also worked at the Newberry Library in Chicago and the Ashland University Library.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with the OGS Librarian Linda Swanson. Linda began with OGS as its Digital Librarian in September 2019. Today she manages the library’s print collections, supervises the archive collections, directs the library’s digital projects, oversees the computers and technology, and more! Her undergraduate work was done at Denison University in Granville (majors in English literature and music) and her Master’s in Library and Information Science was secured from Kent State University. She has also worked at the Newberry Library in Chicago and the Ashland University Library.</p>
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        <title>Episode 2 - Peggy Lauritzen</title>
        <itunes:title>Episode 2 - Peggy Lauritzen</itunes:title>
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                    <comments>https://webmasterxy.podbean.com/e/s1e2-peggy-lauritzen-from-ohio-roots/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Mon, 04 Sep 2023 07:00:00 -0300</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with Peggy Clemens Lauritzen, AG, FOGS in this episode. Peggy serves as a Family History Director, and is a frequent conference speaker. She is the author of several Legacy QuickGuides on Appalachia, she is also an instructor at Ancestry Academy, Family Tree University, and a columnist for Reminisce magazine.  Peggy was recently named a Fellow of the Ohio Genealogical Society.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with Peggy Clemens Lauritzen, AG, FOGS in this episode. Peggy serves as a Family History Director, and is a frequent conference speaker. She is the author of several Legacy QuickGuides on Appalachia, she is also an instructor at Ancestry Academy, Family Tree University, and a columnist for Reminisce magazine.  Peggy was recently named a Fellow of the Ohio Genealogical Society.</p>
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        <title>Episode 1 - Sunny Morton</title>
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                    <comments>https://webmasterxy.podbean.com/e/ohio-roots-by-noel-poirier-sunny-morton/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 09:57:23 -0300</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with noted genealogists and presenter Sunny Jane Morton. Sunny is known to Ohio audiences as the past Editor of Ohio Genealogy News, which she did for 10 years. She's also a longtime Contributing Editor at Family Tree Magazine and the Content Manager over at Diahan [pronounced Diane] Southard's Your DNA Guide website. She is co-author of How to Find Your Family History in U.S. Church Records, available at Genealogical.com or on Amazon and taught at the Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh in July 2024 on the topic of U.S. church records.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with noted genealogists and presenter Sunny Jane Morton. Sunny is known to Ohio audiences as the past Editor of Ohio Genealogy News, which she did for 10 years. She's also a longtime Contributing Editor at Family Tree Magazine and the Content Manager over at Diahan [pronounced Diane] Southard's Your DNA Guide website. She is co-author of <em>How to Find Your Family History in U.S. Church Records, </em>available at Genealogical.com or on Amazon and taught at the Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh in July 2024 on the topic of U.S. church records.</p>
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        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with noted genealogists and presenter Sunny Jane Morton. Sunny is known to Ohio audiences as the past Editor of Ohio Genealogy News, which she did for 10 years. She's also a longtime Contributing Editor at Family Tree Magazine and the Content Manager over at Diahan [pronounced Diane] Southard's Your DNA Guide website. She is co-author of How to Find Your Family History in U.S. Church Records, available at Genealogical.com or on Amazon and taught at the Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh in July 2024 on the topic of U.S. church records.]]></itunes:summary>
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