Frustrated by missing pieces in your family history?

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Stop feeling overwhelmed with all the possibilities of the fun, but complex world of genealogy and create a family tree brimming with stories waiting to be told.

From Roadblocks to Roots is a private podcast filled with short, practical tips designed to help you improve your research skills, uncover fascinating family stories, and connect with your ancestors.

     
     

    Discover Your Ancestors and Build Your Family Tree with Expert Guidance

    Over 4 bingeable episodes, you’ll find practical advice that you can implement right away, giving you the confidence and tools you need to make breakthroughs in your genealogy research. 

    Whether you are just starting out or have hit a roadblock in your research, you’ll find insights, tips, and inspiration to navigate through the vast resources available, discover new techniques, and get organized so that you can make meaningful connections with your ancestors. 

    • Learn actionable tips to improve your research skills

    • Uncover fascinating family stories and connections

    • Connect on a deeper level with your ancestors

    • Discover new resources to enhance your research

    Hey there! I’m Jessica.

    I’ve been researching my family tree for 20 years and have a Master of Library and Information Science, which fueled my love of research and archives even more.  I’m a black cat mom and when I’m not working or researching my own family tree, you’ll find me with my head buried in a book or binge-watching British mysteries.

    I know what it feels like to want to know more but not have any clue about the steps to take. You’re longing to unravel the mystery of your family history, but feeling lost and overwhelmed about how to start or where to look next. You feel short on time to do research and getting discouraged about it. Maybe your ancestor had a common name and you’re not sure you’re even researching the right person. Or maybe you don’t have anyone in your family that you can ask for information to get you past your research challenges.

    I also know that nothing compares to the thrill when making new discoveries. I want to make researching your genealogy easier.