Best Natalie Pithers Podcasts (2024)

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History of Emotions 53:48

2+ y ago53:48

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How often have you wondered 'how did my ancestor feel about....?' I bet it's a lot! But have you ever considered how your ancestors thought about emotions? Or whether our emotional reactions in the past were different? Perhaps our ancestors had emotions which we no longer have words to express? This week #TwiceRemoved delves into the fascinating wo…

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Queer History 54:46

2+ y ago54:46

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What is queer history? Why is it important to family history? How do you go about finding unheard stories? What clues might we have to queer identities? How do we navigate the danger of applying modern labels on the past? To find out more and access all resources mentioned, check out https://www.genealogystories.co.uk/justin-bengry Love the show? H…

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Mapping Women's Suffrage 1911 1:02:19

2+ y ago1:02:19

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Travel back in time to the year 1911 and discover the women that fought for our right to vote. Plus get tips and tricks for finding the suffragist ancestors hiding in your family tree. Tara Morton, of the Mapping Women's Suffrage 1911 project, will join me to delve into the lives of our suffragist ancestors. Who were they? How did they campaign? Wh…

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Irish Genealogy 57:07

2+ y ago57:07

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#TwiceRemoved takes a virtual trip to the Emerald Isle with Irish Genealogy expert David Ryan. Alongside family history tips and techniques, I quiz David about the history of Ireland and how that impacts the hunt for our Irish ancestors. Find out more and access links to all resources mentioned at https://www.genealogystories.co.uk/david-ryan Love …

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Trade Unions: A History with Mark Crail 1:04:37

2+ y ago1:04:37

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#TwiceRemoved guest Mark Crail returns by popular demand! This time to give a whirlwind tour of the history of Trade Unions. From early existence alongside Friendly Societies to the 1970s Miners Strikes. Was your ancestor a trade union member? How can you find out? What records might you discover? For all resources see https://genealogystories.co.u…

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18th Century Theatre History 56:01

3y ago56:01

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No matter whether your ancestors appeared on stage, worked behind the curtain or watched performances from their seats...the theatre was a big part of their lives. Find out about the entertainment enjoyed by your ancestors in the 18th Century. Just how long were theatre shows? How did you get your tickets, where did you sit and what would you have …

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Discovering Black Country Ancestors 44:36

3y ago44:36

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Expert genealogist Emma Jolly shares her Black Country ancestor discoveries! Find out about this important industrial area of Britain. Where is it? Why was it called the Black Country? What were the lives of the people that lived there like and what stories did they leave behind? Find out more and access links to all resources mentioned over at www…

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Writing Genealogy Crime Fiction 50:24

3y ago50:24

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In an episode packed with writing tips, author Nathan Dylan Goodwin joins me to share his experiences as a genealogy crime fiction writer. Creator of the much loved forensic genealogist Morton Farrier, Nathan explains the inspiration behind his stories - from newsletters from the National Archives to the Golden Gate killer. Nathan expertly weaves r…

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World War 2: Blitz Diaries 1:00:06

3y ago1:00:06

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Explore life at home during WW2 with historian and author, Naomi Clifford. Delving into the diaries of those that lived through the Blitz, we'll be exploring the reality behind the propaganda. Just how 'in it together' were we? How did people feel about the war? How did experiences vary depending on your wealth and where you lived? If you enjoyed t…

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A History of Witches 55:57

3y ago55:57

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Historian and creator of HistFest, Rebecca Rideal joins me to discuss a history of witches! From the Wicked Witch of the West to Sabrina the Teenage Witch, there's no denying that witches are ingrained in popular culture. But what exactly is a witch? What types of people were accused of witchcraft? What were the consequences of such an accusation? …

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Female Bodies in the Early Modern Period 57:07

3y ago57:07

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How did our female ancestors cope with periods, childbirth, menopause? How did they understand their own bodies? How did they feel about childbirth? What was their lived experiences like, compared to ours today? On this episode of #TwiceRemoved, Dr Sara Read helps me to explore the lives of our Early Modern female ancestors. Find out more about Sar…

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A History of Smallpox & Vaccine Opposition 56:50

3y ago56:50

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Sylvia Valentine discusses smallpox, inoculation and those that opposed compulsory vaccination in this highly topical episode of #TwiceRemoved. What was smallpox? How dangerous was it? How was inoculation developed and how risky was it?! How did the government try to enforce inoculation and how did our ancestors react? For more information on resou…

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A History of Funerals & Undertakers 1:08:24

3y ago1:08:24

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Discover the funeral traditions of your 18th Century ancestors. How did they evolve and how do they compare to today's practices? How did our ancestors find an undertaker - and how did undertakers come about? Dr Dan O'Brien, visiting research fellow at the University of Bath, digs into the history of funerals and undertakers. Find out more on www.g…

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Disability History 1:04:27

3y ago1:04:27

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What was life like for disabled or differently abled people during the Industrial Revolution? How would they have considered themselves and their disabilities? How did others consider disabled people? In this episode (recorded live) Professor David Turner from the University of Swansea helps us to explore the lives of our disabled ancestors during …

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Addressing Health: The History of the Health of Post Office Workers 1:01:22

3y ago1:01:22

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Historian Laura Newman shares the work of Addressing Health, a project dedicated to examining and exploring the health of Victorian and Edwardian postal workers. Essential viewing for any one with a Post Office ancestor AND anyone interested in the history of occupational health. From sick days to TB fears. Find out more on www.genealogystories.co.…

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Discovering Anne Lister 59:06

3y ago59:06

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Anne Lister was a diarist who famously recorded her intimate relationships with women (amongst many many other things). Subject of the brilliant BBC Drama #GentlemanJack, in this interview I talk to the Packed With Potential Project about their work to decipher Anne's diaries and to discover the 'real Anne'. Find out more at www.genealogystories.co…

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Discover The Georgians 54:01

3y ago54:01

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Historian Sarah Murden takes us back in time to explore our Georgian ancestors. What was life like for our working ancestors? Why was there such a big divide between poor and rich? How long did they live and why was everyone so obsessed with getting married? Sarah answers all this and more! You can find out more about Sarah and her books at www.gen…

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19th Century Women: Aspiration & Exploitation 1:06:13

3y ago1:06:13

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Julia Laite (of Birkbeck University) investigates the lives of our female domestic servant ancestors in the late 19th / early 20th century. Together we discuss their hopes and dreams, the struggles they faced and the various ways in which they were all too often exploited. What were the lives of working class women like? How did they change over ti…

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Regency Food History 40:21

3y ago40:21

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My guest Paul Couchman serves up a delicious slice of Regency history in this episode! We explore what our Georgian ancestors ate (from street food to French cuisine), how they cooked, wrote up and shared their recipes. You can find out more about Paul (including links to sites mentioned within the episode) at: www.genealogystories.co.uk/Paul-Couch…

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The Body Snatchers with Suzie Lennox 1:02:47

3y ago1:02:47

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A history of Britain's resurrection men. Suzie Lennox delves into the dark world of the body snatchers. Who were these criminals? How much was a body worth? How did they go about stealing the corpses? How worried were people about their loved ones remains? What theft prevention methods did people employ? Suzie answers all these questions and more! …

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What was life working on the railways really like? 1:01:39

3+ y ago1:01:39

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Imagine your job is so dangerous that you are at risk of loosing a limb. But instead of trying to implement safety measures, your employer starts manufacturing artificial limbs! That's exactly the world our ancestors inhabited. My guest Mike Esbester (co-lead on the Railway Work, Life & Death project) delves into railway ancestors as we explore wha…

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An Expert Guide To Chartism 56:51

3+ y ago56:51

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The British Museum was fortified against attack. Manchester was in the hands of the Chartists. Over 3 million people signed a petition fighting for the right for all men to vote. Chartism is about more than a few blokes waving around a petition. It's a vital part of British history. Find out more with expert Mark Crail. To view that extra special 3…

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Did He Really Lose An Arm? How An Expert Genealogist Found The Truth 39:28

3+ y ago39:28

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Expert genealogist, Judith Batchelor shares stories from her family tree - including the discovery that one of her ancestors lost his arm in a terrible accident. Using her years of experience, Judith (best known as Genealogy Jude) carefully unpicked the events in the lives of this ancestor - and many more. Listen for fantastic stories and lots of g…

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Everything You Need To Know About Medieval History For Beginners 47:58

3+ y ago47:58

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Dr Sophie Therese Ambler & Dr Nick Barratt spill the beans on just how bad King John really was! In this medieval episode of TwiceRemoved, my guests share their expertise on this fascinating period in history. We chat about everything from peasant rebellions to battlefield medicine. More Info: Support the podcast by buying me a cup of coffee: Ko-fi…

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A Fresh Look At DNA For Genealogy: Re-Discovering The Lost 53:40

3+ y ago53:40

53:40

Expert genetic genealogist, Michelle Leonard (Genes & Genealogy) shares amazing DNA discoveries and family history stories. From identifying the bodies of WWI soldiers to personal feelings on a grandmother that died tragically young. Michelle's stories give a fresh perspective on using DNA for family history. Resources: Support the podcast & buy me…

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A Forgotten Wrestling Champion 42:07

3+ y ago42:07

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Imagine discovering your family tree contained forgotten wrestling champions! It just goes to show that you really might discover anything when you start delving into family history. Kirsty Surgey uses family history to create performances. She plays with family history in imaginative ways that inspired me to take a second look at how I tell my gen…

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Innovative Ancestors: An Inventor in the Family 34:17

3+ y ago34:17

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Imagine 50 years after WWI you discovered that the grandfather everyone believed to have died of war wounds was actually alive and kicking and living nearby! Shockingly, that's exactly what happened to my guest, Helen Tovey's father. No wonder she became hooked on tracing her family tree. Helen is the editor of the brilliant Family Tree magazine an…

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Beating The Angel Of Death: Jewish Genealogy 45:02

3+ y ago45:02

45:02

From stories of amazing resilience to Jewish naming traditions. My guest, professional genealogist Caitlin Hollander (from Hollander-Waas Jewish Heritage Services) shares her family history stories, advice on researching Jewish ancestors and so much more. Resources: Support the podcast & buy me a cup of coffee Ko-fi.com/genealogystories www.genealo…

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The Truth About Victorian Coppers, Criminals and More 53:16

3+ y ago53:16

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Crime historian, Angela Buckley (the Victorian Supersleuth) delves into the world of Victorian policing, covering both coppers and criminals in this week's episode of #TwiceRemoved. Sharing stories from her own family tree, Angela brings Victorian criminal history to life. Resources: Support the podcast & buy me a cup of coffee Ko-fi.com/genealogys…

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A Spy in the Tree featuring Nick Barratt 22:11

3+ y ago22:11

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Natalie Pithers (Genealogy Stories) interviews well known genealogist Dr Nick Barratt (best known for his work on BBC's Who Do You Think You Are?). Together we explore Nick's unique family history. From illegitimate great-grandmothers to spies and WWI stories. Resources: Support the podcast & buy me a cup of coffee Ko-fi.com/genealogystories More i…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Natalie Pithers Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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History of Emotions 53:48

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Queer History 54:46

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Mapping Women's Suffrage 1911 1:02:19

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Irish Genealogy 57:07

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Trade Unions: A History with Mark Crail 1:04:37

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18th Century Theatre History 56:01

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Discovering Black Country Ancestors 44:36

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Writing Genealogy Crime Fiction 50:24

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World War 2: Blitz Diaries 1:00:06

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A History of Witches 55:57

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Female Bodies in the Early Modern Period 57:07

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A History of Smallpox & Vaccine Opposition 56:50

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A History of Funerals & Undertakers 1:08:24

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Disability History 1:04:27

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Addressing Health: The History of the Health of Post Office Workers 1:01:22

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Discovering Anne Lister 59:06

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Discover The Georgians 54:01

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19th Century Women: Aspiration & Exploitation 1:06:13

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Regency Food History 40:21

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The Body Snatchers with Suzie Lennox 1:02:47

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What was life working on the railways really like? 1:01:39

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An Expert Guide To Chartism 56:51

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Did He Really Lose An Arm? How An Expert Genealogist Found The Truth 39:28

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Everything You Need To Know About Medieval History For Beginners 47:58

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A Fresh Look At DNA For Genealogy: Re-Discovering The Lost 53:40

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A Forgotten Wrestling Champion 42:07

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Innovative Ancestors: An Inventor in the Family 34:17

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Beating The Angel Of Death: Jewish Genealogy 45:02

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The Truth About Victorian Coppers, Criminals and More 53:16

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A Spy in the Tree featuring Nick Barratt 22:11

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