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How To Begin Your Family Research with Genealogy TV

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 since early August 2018. The channel currently reaches an average of 135,000 views per month and has achieved over 4.5 million lifetime views.

Genealogy TV typically produces one video per week, released on Friday mornings.

NC Ancestry

NC Ancestry is a sister YouTube channel to Genealogy TV, aimed specifically at North Carolina resources, along with its web companion NCAncestry.com.

Genealogy TV Academy

Newly launched in March of 2022 Genealogy TV Academy which is an online course platform featuring self-guided courses as well as monthly live classes via Zoom.

Connect with Genealogy TV

Website GenealogyTV.org.

YouTube YouTube.com/GenealogyTV

Facebook Facebook.com/GenealogyTV

About Constance Henley Knox

Connie Knox has been a genealogist for over 47 years and a professional genealogist since 2016. However, her genealogy interests are primarily in genealogical education using video.

Connie Knox was a television broadcast professional starting her career at a Public Broadcasting Station in Southern California. She has expertise in video production, advertising, marketing, television station management and ownership. She had been in television broadcasting for over 40 years working in every aspect of TV broadcasting, culminating as the General Manager of a CBS affiliate and as a station owner. As she says, “I went from PBS to CBS.”

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Comfort and Joy – Vanessa Racci

October 29, 2026 No Comments

https://youtu.be/tud78SR0yik Join us live for an interview with singer Vanessa Racci as we talk about her recent heritage tour in Italy, her new holiday album to be released in November and much more! ARTIST NAME: Vanessa Racci ALBUM TITLE: Comfort & Joy LABEL NAME: VRE Records STREET DATE: Nov 6th, 2026 GENRE: Jazz Vocal Holiday Album ARTIST BIO: To Preorder CD: https://store.spinneymedia.com/products/vanessa-racci-comfort-joy-cd To Preorder Streaming https://orcd.co/comfortandjoy Vanessa Racci is a touring and recording jazz vocalist who

Italian Roots with Actor & Director Anthony Robert Grasso

October 22, 2026 No Comments

In this episode, actor and director Anthony Robert Grasso shares his journey through Italian heritage, acting, and filmmaking, emphasizing the importance of tradition, community, and continuous learning in the arts. Explore Italian roots and the power of storytelling with actor and director Anthony Robert Grasso. In this conversation, Anthony reflects on his professional background and the importance of tradition in his filmmaking career. He shares personal stories about his early work as a fine art

Caltagirone Ceramics, Roman Mosaics & Palermo

October 22, 2026 No Comments

Click here to join out Facebook group Morning: Ceramic Craftsmanship in Caltagirone We checked out of our hotel and set off across the interior of Sicily toward Palermo. Our first stop was the hilltop town of Caltagirone, world-famous for hand-painted ceramics (maiolica). We visited a local ceramic factory to watch artisans shape raw clay and hand-paint vibrant geometric patterns. We also visited the iconic Scalinata di Santa Maria del Monte—a breathtaking 142-step staircase where every

Siracusa & Ortigia – Grottos, Low Bridge and Street Market

October 16, 2026 No Comments

Click here to join out Facebook group Morning Departure and Heading to the Port We boarded our bus at 9:00 AM for the roughly 90-minute scenic drive south from Catania down to Siracusa and its historic island heart, Ortigia. Upon arriving at the port, we boarded a boat for a tour around the perimeter of Ortigia and into the dramatic coastal sea caves and grottos. Right at the very start of the boat trip, we

Palazzo Restoration in Vasto

October 15, 2026 No Comments

In this episode, Michael Fattorossi shares his 20-year journey of researching his Italian family roots, restoring a historic palazzo in Vasto, and navigating Italy’s bureaucratic system as a digital nomad. Discover insights into Italian history, real estate, and practical tips for expats and travelers. Beyond the physical repairs, this project represents a deep connection to Vasto Italy and the stories that define our lineage. Whether you are currently conducting your own Italian genealogy research or

The Magic of Taormina, Ancient Views, and Evening in Catania

October 11, 2026 No Comments

Click here to join out Facebook group Morning Coastal Views and Heading North After fueling up with a superb breakfast at the Grand Hotel Baia Verde, we boarded the bus for a highly anticipated day trip to Taormina, one of Sicily’s most dazzling clifftop jewels. As we drove along the coastline, our guide, Valentino, kept us entertained and informed with a rich history of the region. Frame after frame, Mount Etna continued to steal the