Family Secrets: Discovering Hidden Histories Genoa to Philadelphia

In this conversation, Bob Sorrentino interviews Tess Martin, who shares her journey of exploring her Italian heritage and family history. Tess discusses her background, her family's migration from Italy to America, and the unique visa that allowed her to live in the Netherlands. She delves into her genealogical research, uncovering family secrets and connections that reveal the complexities of her ancestry. The conversation highlights the importance of historical context in understanding family migration and the personal stories that shape our identities. In this conversation, Tess and Bob Sorrentino delve into the intricacies of family history research, exploring the challenges and rewards of uncovering ancestral roots. They discuss the significance of cultural heritage, the complexities of women's stories in genealogy, and the impact of nobility on family narratives. The conversation also touches on the economic decline of small towns and the thrill of the genealogical hunt, emphasizing the importance of persistence in research.

Sound Bites

• "You can Google the DAFT visa."
• "We found a document that changed our search."
• "The word mega in Genovese means medicinal."
• "Just start Googling stuff. Stuff shows up."
• "You have to come back in six months."
• "I want to know how these people lived."
• "It's fascinating to see what you see."
• "They still hold on to it, yeah."
• "It's a treasure hunt, you know."

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