20 episodes

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

Ohio Roots Ohio Genealogical Society

    • Education
    • 5.0 • 6 Ratings

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

    Episode 20 - Jay Stoneman

    Episode 20 - Jay Stoneman

    Jay Stoneman is the twenty-something President of the Carroll County Chapter of OGS and we discuss how he became interested in genealogy, the activities of the Carroll County Chapter, reaching out to younger audiences, mentoring, and more.

    • 25 min
    Episode 19 - Marge Stefanski

    Episode 19 - Marge Stefanski

    We speak with Marge Stefanski of the Toledo Polish Genealogical Society (TPGS) on the this episode of the OGS Ohio Roots podcast. We discuss the Polish history and neighborhoods of Toledo, the activities of the TPGS, and researching Polish ancestors.

    • 23 min
    Episode 18 - Kristin Wenger

    Episode 18 - Kristin Wenger

    This episode OGS Executive Director Noel Poirier speaks with LegacyTree genealogist Kristin Wenger about the unique challenges and opportunities presented in researching Ohio Moravian ancestors and Moravian ancestry in general.

    • 22 min
    Episode 17 - Erin Harris

    Episode 17 - Erin Harris

    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 min
    Episode 16 - Steve Little

    Episode 16 - Steve Little

    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!

    • 29 min
    Episode 15 - Lochlyn Ramsey

    Episode 15 - Lochlyn Ramsey

    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.

    • 20 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
6 Ratings

6 Ratings

Abby's Linder ,

Love this 1st podcast already

My mother’s family immigrated from Germany to Steubenville and Akron, Ohio in the 1880’s. My dad and my grandpa moved to Akron, Ohio in 1945. Truly love to hear about my home state’s history and genealogy

fatherairbnb ,

Great episode

My family moved to Ohio in 1800s and love the insights of the different sources

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