Episode 302 Treecrossing, FamilySearch app, OldNews.com by MyHeritage, Google Lens

In this episode of the Genealogy Gems podcast, host Lisa Louise Cooke discusses innovative tools and resources for genealogists, including Tree Crossing, a new platform designed to help users share their family trees in a more engaging way for non-genealogists. The episode features an interview with the creators of Tree Crossing, who explain how their tool addresses common challenges faced by genealogists. Additionally, Lisa introduces Old News, a new newspaper collection from MyHeritage, highlighting its potential to uncover unique stories about ancestors. Lisa shares some exciting discoveries in her own research and tech tips that makes utilizing their foreign-language newspapers easier than ever. 00:00 Introduction 02:40 Exploring Tree Crossing: A New Genealogy Tool 04:52 Interview with Tree Crossing Creators 11:09 Features and Benefits of Tree Crossing 16:03 Getting Started with Tree Crossing 17:57 Introduction to Old News: A New Resource 19:47 Exploring Old News Features 26:36 Unique Discoveries with Old News 31:28 Navigating Old News Search Features and Google Lens 46:48 Upcoming Genealogy Gems Course Announcement Genealogy Gems Premium Members Exclusive Download: Premium Members have exclusive access to: Video classes and downloadable handouts The Genealogy Gems Premium Podcast Downloadable ad-free show notes PDF cheat sheets Become a member here. Learn more about Genealogy Gems Premium Membership. Our Sponsors for this episode: Newspapers.com Get 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription. Click here and use coupon code GenealogyGems MyHeritage Click here to start finding your family history at MyHeritage Get the Free Genealogy Gems Newsletter The Genealogy Gems email newsletter is the best way to stay informed about what's available with your Premium eLearning Membership. Sign up today here. Follow Lisa and Genealogy Gems: Instagram.com/genealogygemspodcast Facebook.com/genealogygems Pinterest.com/lisalouisecooke YouTube.com/GenealogyGems

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Episode 302 Treecrossing, FamilySearch app, OldNews.com by MyHeritage, Google Lens is an episode from The Genealogy Gems Podcast with Lisa Louise Cooke - Your Family History Show by Lisa Louise Cooke.

This episode is 53:57 long.

This episode was published on Dec 26, 2025.

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