Episode Summary

DNA testing is one of the most powerful tools in modern genealogy — but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, Barbara explains what DNA can reveal about your biological family, and just as importantly, what it cannot.

From confirming relationships to interpreting ethnicity estimates, and from learning about shared matches to understanding the limits of what DNA testing can prove, this episode will help you use DNA wisely and responsibly in your family history research.

What You’ll Learn

• How DNA testing identifies biological relatives
• Why shared matches help you narrow down family branches
• What ethnicity estimates really mean (and don’t mean)
• The limits of DNA — what it cannot tell you
• Why DNA must be paired with traditional records
• How to evaluate relationships that share similar amounts of DNA
• Why answers sometimes require patience
• A simple action step to strengthen your DNA research today

Key Takeaway

DNA is a powerful guide — but it is not the whole story. It works best when paired with thoughtful traditional research, helping you build a clearer and more accurate picture of your family’s past.

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