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The Photo Detective is a society podcast hosted by Maureen Taylor. It has 274 episodes, with the latest published June 2025.

Join The Photo Detective, Maureen Taylor, each week as she discusses historical photos and how they fit into your family history. From ancestor identification to photo preservation, The Photo Detective Podcast covers it all. Featuring special experts from genealogy, fashion history, photo history, and restoration, it’s a not-to-miss for photo fans, genealogists, and lovers of history.

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How Forever.com is Revolutionizing Digital Memory Preservation

2

Military Images Magazine’s Ron Coddington Shares the Stories Behind Civil War Photos

3

Spared and Shared: How One Man Made Civil War History Accessible to All

4

The Art of French Wallpaper: RISD Museum's Stunning Historical Showcase

5

A History of the American Bookstore with Author Evan Friss

6

Family Photos and Preserving Your Memories

7

Diahan Southard’s ‘Monday Minutes’: Transforming Personal Reflections into Genealogical Gold

8

The Photo Marketplace Shift: What It Means for Your Memories

9

Digging Into Civil War Pension Files with Brian Rhinehart

10

Exploring Project Kin: Barbara Tien's Community for Storytellers and Genealogists

11

Fileshadow News. Photos of Famous People. Photo Detecting Clues

12

Seth Rockman on Plantation Goods: Unveiling Material History of American Slavery

13

The Power of Knitting: History, Healing, and Resilience in Loretta Napoleoni's Book

14

Solving Family Photo Mysteries: A Journey with The Photo Detective

15

Preserving Everyday History: Kiki Smith's Journey with the Smith College Historic Clothing Collection

16

Author Paul Frecker Discusses Cartomania: The Intersection of Photography and Fame

17

Through the Lens: Unveiling Family Stories

18

Telling Her Story: How to Research and Write Women's Histories with Sharon Carmack

19

The Beginner's Guide to Cemetery Sleuthing with Author Erin Moulton

20

Genealogy Travel Tips: How to Plan an Effective Ancestral Research Trip

21

Trailblazing Women Behind the Camera: A Deep Dive with Katherine Manthorne

22

Uncovering History with Kurt Deion: A Journey to Every Presidential Grave

23

The Enduring Legacy of Tintypes: From Civil War Soldiers to Contemporary Artists

24

Preserving Your Legacy: Insights from Amanda Meeks of Permanent.org

25

The Hidden History of Pockets: A Conversation with Hannah Carlson

26

Uncovering the Past Through Postcards with Maureen Taylor

27

Threads of Life: Unraveling the Rich Tapestry of Sewing with author Clare Hunter

28

The Hidden Stories of Tattooing: Dr. Matt Lodder on Tattoos in Photography and Society

29

Discovering Civil War Ancestors Through Photography: Tips and Tools for Family Historians

30

Uncovering Manchester’s Dark Past: Dr. Dean Kirby on Angel Meadow and the Victorian Slums

31

How Storied.com Transforms Family History into Captivating Stories

32

How to Manage and Remove Duplicate Photos for Genealogy Projects

33

Exploring Ancestry.com’s New Photo and Storytelling Features with Crista Cowan

34

Transforming Photo Organization: Insights from Mylio's Founder David Vascovich

35

Essential Genealogy Organization Tips: Listener Advice

36

Harnessing AI for Family Photo Tasks with Steve Little and Mark Thompson

37

Navigating the New Era of AI in Genealogy with Steve Little and Mark Thompson

38

Unlocking Family Secrets: Expert Tips on Interviewing Relatives for Genealogy

39

Savoring the Story: Andrew Scravani on the Intersection of Food, Photography, and Life

40

Digitize Your Past: How ScanMyPhotos.com Transformed Photo Preservation

41

Tracing Your Roots: Key Strategies for New Genealogists

42

The Power of Relatives at RootsTech with Elizabeth Swanay O’Neal

43

Joseph Quaderer Democratizing Biographies with StorySavor.com

44

Rediscovered Memories: The Unexpected Return of Family Movies

45

Past Preserved: Julian Rebello's Mission to Reunite Lost Heirlooms

46

Discovering the World Through Lenses: Dr. Michael Pritchard and the History of Photography

47

Permanent Digital Storage Solutions with Tammy Kirby of Forever.com

48

Dress Codes and Fashion Rules Through History with Richard Thompson Ford

49

Preserving Local History Through Film: A Conversation with Northeast Historic Film

50

The Encyclopedia of Things with creator Elisabeth Smolarz

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