JJ Sears

The Bee King Kindred - A Genealogical Adventure

True Crime EN ↓ 2 episodes

“The Bee King” is a term given to the hosts’ - Antonina Gaynor and Jonas Sears - Great Grandfather who was born during the U.S. Civil War years and lived into the 1940s. You will hear stories about interesting family members. In this case, genealogical research and anecdotal history uncover history spanning generations (including the host’s years as a Vice cop on the mean streets of 1980s Miami, Florida). Yes… True Crime accounts from a Detective who lived it. Hear the stories and the investigative process that led to this podcast. Listen, learn and enjoy!

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JJ Sears

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Episode 2: Bleeding Kansas and the Civil War 17.08.2025 45:47

As they say, “things get better with age.” They could be referring to wine… we definitely believe that it refers to people! But it may also apply to episodic podcasts. And this, our second episode of The Bee King Kindred - A Genealogical Adventure, substantiates that reference! Your host, Antonina Gaynor shares with our listeners her “magical bag” of resources. Her co-host, Jonas Sears calls it “...

Episode 1: Who Is The Bee King, and How Did We Get Here? 06.07.2025 48:17

“The Bee King” is a term given to the hosts’ - Antonina Gaynor and Jonas Sears - Great Grandfather who was born during the U.S. Civil War years and lived into the late 1930s. You will hear stories about interesting family members. In this case, genealogical research and anecdotal history uncover history spanning generations (including the host’s years as a Vice cop on the mean streets of 1980s Mia...