Italian Roots and Genealogy

Send us a text Imagine discovering that your family"s story spans centuries and continents, connecting you to people and places you never knew existed. That"s precisely the journey Rich Di Palma embarked upon, and he shares his remarkable experiences tracing his Italian roots in our latest episode. Rich recounts how hi

Send us a text Francesca La Torre, a first-generation American with deep Sicilian roots, brings a tapestry of fascinating stories that illuminate the Italian American experience. Raised in Oakland, California, Francesca shares the vibrant contrasts she encountered between her American upbringing and her family"s rich S

Send us a text What if a single journey could unravel years of forgotten history? Join us as we uncover the mesmerizing tale of Italian immigrants in America with Joe Tucciarone, the insightful co-author of "Italians Swindled to New York." You"ll be captivated by the story of nearly 3,000 Italians deceived into coming

Send us a text Could DNA testing revolutionize your understanding of family history? Join us as we uncover this fascinating topic with Andrew Martin, host of the Family Histories Podcast. Andrew’s unique show format, born out of the UK"s lockdown in 2021, includes an interview, a life story, and a genealogical brick wa

Send us a text What if you discovered a hidden chapter in your family"s history that changed the way you see yourself? This episode features Joseph Walls, whose journey into genealogy was sparked by the emotional discovery of his grandfather"s experiences as a prisoner of war during World War II. We explore how this re

Send us a text Ever wondered how far back your family roots can go? Join us for a remarkable journey into Italian ancestry and family history with our special guest, John Clarkin. After retiring in 2020, John embarked on a mission to honor his grandfather by tracing his lineage back to the early 1800s. Through civil an