[BITE SIZE] John Connis: Third-Great-Grandfather

06/25/24 • 29 min

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This episode we delve into the challenges and uncertainties of the childhood of John Connis (my 3rd-great-grandfather). After being admitted to a 19th century New York City orphanage, John’s life becomes a story about resilience and new beginnings, and through John, we see how love passes down from generation to generation.

The bibliography and additional resources for the episode can be found at: www.lowancestry.com

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LOW ANCESTRY CREDITS

Created, Written and Produced by Karyn Harding

Cohosted by Kim McMasters

Sound Engineering and Original Music by Benjamin Mauch

Original Art by Christina Swanson of Swansong Creative

The bibliography and additional resources for the episode can be found at: www.lowancestry.com

Support the show! Connect with us on Instagram and TikTok and don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get podcasts.

You can also find us at our website www.lowancestry.com.

LOW ANCESTRY CREDITS

Created, Written and Produced by Karyn Harding

Cohosted by Kim McMasters

Sound Engineering and Original Music by Benjamin Mauch

Original Art by Christina Swanson of Swansong Creative

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Ernest Harding: Second-Great-Granduncle

The life of Ernest Harding (my 2nd-great-granduncle) is marked by poverty and hardship, unfolding against the backdrop of the late 19th and early 20th century. From his challenging upbringing to his numerous brushes with the law, we explore Ernest’s complex family dynamics and his social stigmatization while navigating the New York State justice system, and his story reminds us of the complexities inherent in navigating personal redemption within the constraints of institutional structures and societal expectations.

Join us as we unravel the captivating saga of Ernest Harding and see how one individual’s life can impact the way we see our present reality.

The bibliography and additional resources from the episode can be found at: www.lowancestry.com

Support the show! Connect with us on Instagram and TikTok and don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get podcasts.

You can also find us at our website www.lowancestry.com.

LOW ANCESTRY CREDITS

Created, Written and Produced by Karyn Harding

Cohosted by Kim McMasters

Sound Engineering and Original Music by Benjamin Mauch

Original Art by Christina Swanson of Swansong Creative

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Auguste and Josephine Dhyne: Third-Great-Grandparents

In this episode, we delve into the riveting journey of the Dhyne family from Belgium to America. As the story unfolds, we explore not just a coming-to-America tale but also a tale of complicated family dynamics and the challenges they faced. Along the way, we will reveal some surprising twists and turns throughout their lives and find out how easy it is to pass along generational trauma, and we learn how precious it is when the cycle is broken.

Join us as we navigate through historical records, personal anecdotes, and genealogical research to piece together the fascinating story of the Dhyne family, their legacy, and the enduring quest to connect with our roots.

Support the show! Connect with us on Instagram and TikTok and don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get podcasts.

You can also find us at our website www.lowancestry.com.

LOW ANCESTRY CREDITS

Created, Written and Produced by Karyn Harding

Cohosted by Kim McMasters

Sound Engineering and Original Music by Benjamin Mauch

Original Art by Christina Swanson of Swansong Creative