Ep 3 - Exhibit A

Ep 3 - Exhibit A

Author: Kimberly McLaughlin & Laura Ireland - Music by Andrew Mclaughlin October 19, 2022 Duration: 29:40
Send a text Episode 3 has everything - DNA surprises - New Family that feels like old family - Proof in the Letters. Join us for some spilling of the tea!! Support the show Thanks for listening - contact us at ChasingHazelsTales@gmail.com Music by Andrew McLaughlin https://bangorpubliclibrary.org/ https://visitsleepyhollow.com/ https://www.millinockethistoricalsociety.org/ https://digitalcommons.library.umaine.edu/mainehistory/137/ Photo of Alford Gordon originally shared on Ancestry....

Every family has a story, but the real magic lies in the chase to uncover it. Chasing Hazel's Tales-A Family History Podcast is that journey, hosted by Kimberly McLaughlin and Laura Ireland. We move beyond the simple facts of dates and places, digging into the personalities, mysteries, and unexpected turns that define our lineage. The discovery of who Hazel truly was became our starting point, and from there, each episode follows a new thread, whether it’s through traditional research, family lore, or the modern revelations of DNA testing. You’ll hear our genuine reactions, setbacks, and breakthroughs as we piece together narratives from ancestors both near and far. This isn't just a dry recounting of genealogy; it's about the human connections we find along the way. With original music by Andrew McLaughlin setting the tone, our conversations feel like sitting down with friends who are equally obsessed with the past. Tune in for a thoughtful blend of history and personal reflection, where every document, photograph, or DNA match can lead to a story that changes how we see ourselves. This podcast is for anyone curious about the layers of their own family’s history, reminding us that we’re all part of a much larger, ongoing tale.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 33

Chasing Hazel's Tales - A Family History Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Ep 12 - Dearest Cousin, Today we heal......(w/guest Lisa Goodwin) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:22
Send a text SPECIAL GUEST: Lisa Goodwin, a Nicolai family member Welcome to Episode 12 where we follow the Nicolai children into adulthood. What do you do when you have questions about your family history? You go looking…
Ep 11 - Endeavor to Persevere [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:31
Send a text We have news after visiting one of Hazel's family friend - had a great visit. We continue with the Nicolai family story - and learn how the children "endeavor to persevere". Support the show Thanks for listen…
Ep 10 - Timing is Everything [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:10
Send a text We are getting to know the Nicolai family - their family has a story to tell - it's just getting started. The complexities of immigration are on full display in this episode. Listen in and see why Julia Rober…
Ep 9 - Opportunity Knocks in America [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:42
Send a text Starting a new family history story - some themes seem to run through a lot of family history. Picture it - Italy - 1912 - There was this boy........... Join us for a great story with twists and turns - good…
Ep 8 - This just in - from 1934 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:43
Send a text The gift that keeps on giving - Carl's hoard of papers keeps providing glimpses into the life of our grandmother and life in the 1930s. Just when you think you understand the sitch, you don't. The cracker jac…
Ep 7 - Ghostly Encounters of the County Kind [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:28
Send a text We have updates!! We have new connections!! We have stories!! (some might be spooky to some - trigger warning) Black Friday is for sharing stories - even some really Maine stories. Topics: The Haynesville Woo…
EP 6 - Folklore and La Dolce Vita [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:04
Send a text As we now have finished Hazel's tale, we will move on to more stories that catch our eye. This episode will take us to our next family story and introduce you to La Dolce Vita and the Dungarvin Whooper!! How…
Ep 5 - Trouble Comes to Everyone [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:13
Send a text In this final episode of Hazel's Tale - we describe her life in the 1940s. Life is hard for the Laing family in Enfield, Maine. Georgia Laing writings bring us understanding of the grandmother we never met. S…
Ep 4 - In their own words [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:00
Send a text We begin to know Hazel through the words of those who knew and loved her, starting with Georgia Laing, her mother. Support the show Thanks for listening - contact us at ChasingHazelsTales@gmail.com Music by A…
Ep 2 - A Home for Hazel [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:57
Send a text We catch up with Hazel and learn about her younger years, family and hometown. There will be a bit o' DNA to chat about. We cite sources and read the red ink!!! Support the show Thanks for listening - contact…