Italian Roots and Genealogy

Send us a text Join us for a captivating conversation with Peggy Fucillo as we uncover the inspiration behind her book, which beautifully weaves together her Italian roots, North End upbringing, and her family's rich immigration story. As Peggy prepares for her upcoming trip to Sicily in September, she passionately shares the importance of preserving family heritage through storytelling and encour...

Send us a text Ever wondered about the fascinating journey of Italian immigrants in the early 1900s? Join me as I explore this captivating history with Laura Giometta, whose Sicilian and Roman roots have led her on an incredible genealogy research adventure. We'll uncover the stories of her family's move to the United States through Ellis Island, their settlement in the Chicago area and Rockford,...

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Send us a text Dorina Lantella's dad came to the USA at the age of 16 and Dorina has been going back to Roseto Valfortore since she was four years old. Over the past several years she has been bringing people back to Roseto for tours and cooking classes. Dorina give us excellent advice on returning home and the Roseto effect. An episode that you do not want to miss. https://www.facebook.com/Dorina...

Send us a text If you are planning a trip to Naples, don't miss this episode. Dario Cirella from Naples Together has developed some of the best tours in Rome, Naples, Sorrento Capri and the Amalfi coast. For a limited time use coupon code "BOB" for 10% discount. Turnkey. The only thing you’ll lift are your spirits. Farmers and Nobles Read about my research story and how to begin your family resear...

Send us a text Dan Niemiec gives us the history of his Italian, Polish and Irish roots, When they settled in Chicago and his 90,000 member family tree! Turnkey. The only thing you’ll lift are your spirits. Farmers and Nobles Read about my research story and how to begin your family research. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no ex...

Send us a text Great conversation with Robin Foster from Genealogy Just Ask . Robin gives some super tips for beginners and common mistakes that they make. More: Let the Research Wiki Be Your Guide - YouTube How I Use FamilySearch org to Search Ancestry - YouTube   My Best Genealogy Tips: It's Time to Start! | Facebook Italy Genealogy • FamilySearch - Family historians just need to know the provin...

Send us a text Connie Knox discusses the when and why she started her research, which has led to her creating Genealogy TV. Genealogy TV is a great resource not only for beginners, but also for seasoned researchers that may want help to break through roadblocks or to find additional resource tools. About Genealogy TV Genealogy TV can be found at YouTube.com/GenealogyTV .GTV has been on YouTube sin...

Send us a text If you are like me you have been searching for the best software for your family tree. I have tried several, and paid quite a bit of money over the years to start new and pay for the latest updates. Most that claim to be shareable do not do the job. TNG -- The Next Generation developed by Darrin Lythgoe is the best by far that I have found. For under $100 you can purchase the softwa...

Send us a text Amy Panetta talks about her Italian Roots from Capri and Veroli. Amy Panetta talks about her Italian Roots from Capri and Veroli.  She is currently working on her Board Certification as a Genealogist and is available to complete custom family history research projects, as well as facilitate and teach one-on-one and group classes for children, teens, adults, and families in creating...

Send us a text Randall Di Stefano talks about his family from Nicolosi and how they settled in East Hampton Conn with some taking up the interesting trade of bell making. Turnkey. The only thing you’ll lift are your spirits. Farmers and Nobles Read about my research story and how to begin your family research. Farms, Factories, Italian American Women Documents the rich history of Italian American...

Send us a text Natalie Webb discusses her Italian roots and her families long history in Brooklyn NY Turnkey. The only thing you’ll lift are your spirits. Farmers and Nobles Read about my research story and how to begin your family research. PasqualeTales of a Brooklyn Grocer's Son It is 2016 and I am driving my eighty-nine year old grandfather over the Bridge into Brooklyn. Nettie: Tales of a Bro...

Send us a text Josephine Pasquarello discusses her families arrival to Philadelphia in the late 1800's and her book "Life's Journey". Josephine is the tenth child of an immigrant Italian woman who is the heroine of this book. She is a wife, mother, and grandmother, living in the suburbs of Philadelphia. She graduated from West Philly Catholic Girls’ High School in 1967. During her lifetime, she ha...

Send us a text Mark D'Ambrosi talks about his roots in San Valentino Torio and the website that he created for families from the town. www.sanvalentinotoriofamilies.com Turnkey. The only thing you’ll lift are your spirits. Farmers and Nobles Read about my research story and how to begin your family research. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a co...

Send us a text This is a fun two part interview with Frank Ferrante. The first half we talk about Frank's Italian Roots. In the second half we talk about his career in acting specifically his one man show, "An Evening With Groucho." FRANK FERRANTE (Actor/Writer) is the recipient of New York's Theatre World Award for 'Outstanding Debut,' a New York Outer Critics Circle nomination, London's Laurence...

Send us a text Celia Milano began her research 20 years ago before the internet tools we have today. Listen to how she contacted family by letter. We also discuss her three books. I was born in New York City and raised in Yonkers, New York. I have several degrees, including an Associate Degree in Applied Science and Technology from Thomas A. Edison State College in Trenton, NJ, a Bachelor Degree i...

Send us a text In my second interview with Frank Di Piero, host of "Keeping it Real with Frankie D", we discuss his two great children's books "My Big Family" and "Teddy Bianco Goes to Italy". We also talk about his series called "The Italian American Moment" where he tells the stories of our unsung heroes.  Frank Di Piero was born in Chicago and is 100% Italian origin. He has traveled to Italy ma...

Send us a text Kate Kelley is the Photo Angel and she has taken on the task of finding old photos in antique shops, garage sales and contributions through the mail and returning them to the descendants of the people in the photos.  It all began with a pile of labeled photos of non-relatives that were mixed in with my grandparents’ old family pictures. Were they friends? Classmates? War buddies? Ne...

Send us a text Peter Franzese talks about his grandfather growing up in the Italian-American enclave of Williamsburg Brooklyn in the 1930's and 1940's and how he connected with him. We also talk about his first book "Nettie -- Tales of a Brooklyn Nana". You don't have to be from Brooklyn or NYC to relate to the fun stories. Born in Flushing, New York and raised in Richmond Hill and Deer Park, Pete...

Send us a text Great conversation with Paul Spadoni about researching his family in Montecarlo Tuscany, living and working in Italy and spending 6 months a year in his grandparents hometown. Paul and Lucy Spadoni periodically live in Tuscany to explore Paul’s Italian roots, practice their Italian and enjoy “la dolce vita.” Paul is the author of "An American Family in Italy: Living La Dolce Vita wi...

Send us a text Barry Jernigan talks about his ancestors from Turin arriving in Illinois in the late 1800's and his extensive documentation research. Turnkey. The only thing you’ll lift are your spirits. Farmers and Nobles Read about my research story and how to begin your family research. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra...

Send us a text Postcards from the Boot is a visual celebration of the special alchemy of Italy — land of romance and imagination inspiring travelers and dreamers alike for centuries. Created and curated by award-wining author Carla Gambescia in collaboration with La Dolce Vita University (LaDolceVitaU.com), artist and photographer Frank Yantorno of Mernano, Italy and The Scholar Archive of Florenc...

Send us a text Bret Thoman discusses his early Italian Roots, becoming an Italian language scholar and eventually marrying his Italian wife and living in Italy. St. Francis Pilgrimages is owned and operated by Bret Thoman. Married since 2002, and professed Secular Franciscans (Third Order Franciscans) since 2006, they currently live in Loreto, Italy with their three children. They have organized o...

Send us a text Maryann Maisano gives us a glimpse into growing up Italian in Fort Lee NJ, music career, dad's taxi business and her one woman show "Agita" A true Italian-American tale centered around family, food, and of course, drama, Agita is the coming-of-age story of Maryann Maisano, a first-generation Italian American. Set in the shadows of the George Washington Bridge, Agita recounts the joy...

Send us a text Sabrina Franco owner of www.obiettivocasaroseto.com gives us advice on purchasing a home in Italy. “ OBIETTIVO CASA – Mediazioni & Servizi Immobiliari di Sabrina Franco” was born in Roseto Capo Spulico, in the province of Cosenza, in April 2004. A young and dynamic agency, specialist in tourist real estate sales but at the same time aimed at the residential sector, the increasin...