Low Ancestry

This episode, we journey through the origins of the Kilmer family legacy in Binghamton, New York, starting with the intriguing story of Dr. S. Andral Kilmer and his infamous, homeopathic remedy, Swamp Root, which took the 19th-century patent medicine industry by storm. However, behind the rise to household medicine fame lies a tale of family drama, corporate betrayal, and the blurred lines between truth and perception.Join us as I uncover the story behind my distant, and admittedly tenuous,

In this episode, we dive into the enigmatic life of Angeline, my third-great-grandmother. Angeline's story, largely overshadowed by the men around her, begins in 1863 when her young husband, Elisha, leaves to fight in the Civil War. Left behind with their unborn child, Angeline's life unfolds in the margins of historical records, filled with gaps and contradictions. Through years of persistent research, I uncover the fragmented pieces of her story and complex family dynamics during a turbulent

In this episode, we dive into the challenging history of Bartley Corbin, whose story is deeply entwined with the darker chapters of America’s history of racism, genocide, and slavery. We’ll grapple with the harsh realities of American expansion and the removal of indigenous people and discuss the role that genealogy can play in confronting uncomfortable truths about our past and understanding present injustices. Join us as we unearth the complex legacy of the Corbin family, their role in the Trail

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,

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.comSupport the show! Connect with us on Instagram and don’t forget to rate, review, and

The bibliography and additional resources from the episode can be found at: www.lowancestry.comSupport the show! Connect with us on Instagram and don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get podcasts.LOW ANCESTRY CREDITSCreated, Written and Produced by Karyn HardingCohosted by Kim McMastersSound Engineering and Original Music by Benjamin MauchOriginal Art by Christina Swanson of Swansong Creative

The bibliography from the episode can be found at: www.lowancestry.comSupport the show! Connect with us on Instagram and don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get podcasts. LOW ANCESTRY CREDITSCreated, Written and Produced by Karyn HardingCohosted by Kim McMastersSound Engineering and Original Music by Benjamin MauchOriginal Art by Christina Swanson of Swansong Creative

Join us on June 11th for the premiere of Low Ancestry. Subscribe now and never miss an episode.LOW ANCESTRY CREDITSCreated, Written and Produced by Karyn HardingCohosted by Kim McMastersSound Engineering and Original Music by Benjamin MauchOriginal Art by Christina Swanson of Swansong Creative