RLP 289: Exploring New Tools at Living DNA

Today's episode of Research Like a Pro is about the new DNA tools at LivingDNA. Initially, we discuss our personal projects and thoughts on time management, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing life goals and projects. We then shift to the main topic: our experience with LivingDNA's new tools, specifically the chromosome browser and the Matchbox. We explain how these tools help in organizing DNA match lists and provide insights into ancestral connections. LivingDNA's unique feature of giving detailed biogeographical breakdowns, particularly for British Isles ancestry, is highlighted.

A case study is presented where Diana uses these tools to identify a mystery DNA match. By filtering out small segments and focusing on larger ones, she successfully imports data into a chromosome map on DNA Painter. This process aids in distinguishing between maternal and paternal matches. Diana illustrates how analyzing shared centimorgans and geographical regions, along with using tools like Lucidchart and ancestry trees, can confirm hypotheses about family connections. We conclude by emphasizing the benefits of using multiple DNA databases for comprehensive genealogical research, noting the unique information each provides. 

Links

Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman - https://amzn.to/3HasTon (affiliate link)

Exploring New Tools at Living DNA: Chromosome Browser and Matchbox by Diana - https://familylocket.com/exporing-new-tools-at-living-dna-chromosome-browser-and-matchbox/

LivingDNA - https://livingdna.com/ 

Sponsor – Newspapers.com

For listeners of this podcast, Newspapers.com is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout. 

Research Like a Pro Resources

Airtable Research Logs Quick Reference - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product/airtable-research-logs-for-genealogy-quick-reference/

Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist's Guide book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - https://amzn.to/2x0ku3d

Research Like a Pro Webinar Series 2023 - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-webinar-series-2023/ 

Research Like a Pro eCourse - independent study course -  https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-e-course/

RLP Study Group - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-study-group/

Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources

Research Like a Pro with DNA: A Genealogist's Guide to Finding and Confirming Ancestors with DNA Evidence book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx

Research Like a Pro with DNA eCourse - independent study course -  https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/

RLP with DNA Study Group - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/

Thank you

Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following:

Write a review on iTunes or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you!

Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below.

Share the episode on Twitter, Facebook, or Pinterest.

Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.

Sign up for our newsletter to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/

Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: Top 20 Genealogy Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/