Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago
Today we’re diving into NotebookLM, a powerful AI tool from Google that is quickly becoming one of the best platforms for genealogy research and record evaluation.
In this video, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at a lesson from the Genealogy TV Academy, where we explore how NotebookLM works alongside ChatGPT to help you analyze, organize, and correlate genealogical records more effectively.
While ChatGPT is excellent for tasks like transcription and citation creation, NotebookLM truly shines when it comes to correlating evidence across multiple records—making it an incredible tool for serious genealogists.
🔍 In this video, you’ll learn:
What NotebookLM is and how it works for genealogy
How to organize records into notebooks for deeper analysis
How to upload and analyze multiple documents (census, deeds, probate, etc.)
How NotebookLM helps build timelines, summaries, and research insights
How to use AI to support (not replace) the Genealogical Proof Standard
Real examples using land records from Randolph County, North Carolina
⚠️ Important Reminder:
AI is a powerful assistant—but you are the genealogist. You are responsible for evaluating evidence, resolving conflicts, and proving conclusions.
🧠 Key Takeaway:
AI can help you think, organize, and draft—but it does not replace sound genealogical reasoning. Always question the results, test assumptions, and work toward solid proof.
If you’re interested in taking your genealogy skills further, be sure to check out the resources and learning options linked below.
👍 If you found this helpful, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with others who are passionate about family history!
Get the handout: genealogytv.org/product/handout-for-genealogy-research-using-notebooklm-ai-to-analyze-correlate-family-history-records
❤️ JOIN the GENEALOGY TV ACADEMY
genealogytv.org/academy
Use promo code GTVA25% for 25% off Genealogy TV Academy membership (can be combined with annual discounts).
📝📝📝📝 HANDOUT OPTIONS
📝 1) Genealogy TV Academy members have access to all lessons and handouts back to 2022
genealogytv.org/academy
📝 2) Become a CHANNEL MEMBER (INFO ACCESS level – $9.99/month)
Get access to all handouts
youtube.com/@GenealogyTV/join
Find handouts in the Community tab:
youtube.com/@GenealogyTV/community
📝 3) Purchase individual handouts ($5 and up)
genealogytv.org/handouts
You will receive a download link by email
📝 4) Become a PATRON (HAPPY DANCE level – $15/month or more)
Get early access to videos + handouts emailed to you
patreon.com/GenealogyTV
❤️ BECOME A GENEALOGY TV CHANNEL MEMBER
See perks and support the channel
youtube.com/@GenealogyTV/join
❤️ Patreon Membership – Handouts emailed as they are produced
patreon.com/GenealogyTV
✅ Genealogy TV WEBSITE
genealogytv.org
✅ GTV on FACEBOOK
facebook.com/Genealogytv
✅ SIGN UP for GTV’s NEWSLETTER
https://mailchi.mp/a0862c6473aa/genealogytvnewsletter
👉 Subscribe to Genealogy TV (Free)
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youtu.be/CVftsab8i98&list=UULFcvpi8XvOScBogIxmarmADw
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youtu.be/BcAEkWvkrjs&list=UULFcvpi8XvOScBogIxmarmADw
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*** GTV Affiliate Partners ***
🛍️ Genealogy TV AMAZON STORE (Connie’s favorite tools & products)
amazon.com/shop/genealogytv
I’m a professional genealogist who loves teaching through video. Genealogy TV is all about genealogy, family history, and DNA research. My goal is to create the best free genealogy videos on YouTube and teach you how to build your family tree using proven research methods.
On Genealogy TV, you’ll learn how to:
- Keep effective research notes
- Stay organized
- Use DNA in your research
- Find missing ancestors
- Locate and analyze family history records
- Organize DNA matches
Genealogy TV is the largest independent YouTube channel dedicated to genealogy education.
#Genealogy #GenealogyTV #FamilyHistory
Circus Waltz - Silent Film Light by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.
creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
#Genealogy #NotebookLM #ChatGPT #FamilyHistory #GenealogyResearch #AIforGenealogy #GenealogicalProofStandard
00:00 Introduction
01:25 Handouts
01:37 Genealogical Proof Standards
02:45 Chat GPT
04:01 Notebook LM
07:34 Notebook LM Research Example
10:06 Notebook LM Podcast Example
11:12 What Notebook LM Cannot Do
12:50 Conflict Resolution & Proof
14:32 Genealogy TV Academy Offer
15:23 About the GTV Academy
Today we’re diving into NotebookLM, a powerful AI tool from Google that is quickly becoming one of the best platforms for genealogy research and record evaluation.
In this video, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at a lesson from the Genealogy TV Academy, where we explore how NotebookLM works alongside ChatGPT to help you analyze, organize, and correlate genealogical records more effectively.
While ChatGPT is excellent for tasks like transcription and citation creation, NotebookLM truly shines when it comes to correlating evidence across multiple records—making it an incredible tool for serious genealogists.
🔍 In this video, you’ll learn:
What NotebookLM is and how it works for genealogy
How to organize records into notebooks for deeper analysis
How to upload and analyze multiple documents (census, deeds, probate, etc.)
How NotebookLM helps build timelines, summaries, and research insights
How to use AI to support (not replace) the Genealogical Proof Standard
Real examples using land records from Randolph County, North Carolina
⚠️ Important Reminder:
AI is a powerful assistant—but you are the genealogist. You are responsible for evaluating evidence, resolving conflicts, and proving conclusions.
🧠 Key Takeaway:
AI can help you think, organize, and draft—but it does not replace sound genealogical reasoning. Always question the results, test assumptions, and work toward solid proof.
If you’re interested in taking your genealogy skills further, be sure to check out the resources and learning options linked below.
👍 If you found this helpful, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with others who are passionate about family history!
Get the handout: genealogytv.org/product/handout-for-genealogy-research-using-notebooklm-ai-to-analyze-correlate-family-history-records
❤️ JOIN the GENEALOGY TV ACADEMY
genealogytv.org/academy
Use promo code GTVA25% for 25% off Genealogy TV Academy membership (can be combined with annual discounts).
📝📝📝📝 HANDOUT OPTIONS
📝 1) Genealogy TV Academy members have access to all lessons and handouts back to 2022
genealogytv.org/academy
📝 2) Become a CHANNEL MEMBER (INFO ACCESS level – $9.99/month)
Get access to all handouts
youtube.com/@GenealogyTV/join
Find handouts in the Community tab:
youtube.com/@GenealogyTV/community
📝 3) Purchase individual handouts ($5 and up)
genealogytv.org/handouts
You will receive a download link by email
📝 4) Become a PATRON (HAPPY DANCE level – $15/month or more)
Get early access to videos + handouts emailed to you
patreon.com/GenealogyTV
❤️ BECOME A GENEALOGY TV CHANNEL MEMBER
See perks and support the channel
youtube.com/@GenealogyTV/join
❤️ Patreon Membership – Handouts emailed as they are produced
patreon.com/GenealogyTV
✅ Genealogy TV WEBSITE
genealogytv.org
✅ GTV on FACEBOOK
facebook.com/Genealogytv
✅ SIGN UP for GTV’s NEWSLETTER
https://mailchi.mp/a0862c6473aa/genealogytvnewsletter
👉 Subscribe to Genealogy TV (Free)
youtube.com/channel/UCcvpi8XvOScBogIxmarmADw/Subscribe
SIMILAR VIDEOS
🔴 Genealogy and AI with Denyse Allen
youtu.be/CVftsab8i98&list=UULFcvpi8XvOScBogIxmarmADw
🔴 Ancestry’s New AI Stories: IT TALKS TO YOU (2026)
youtu.be/BcAEkWvkrjs&list=UULFcvpi8XvOScBogIxmarmADw
🔴 AI for Family History Updates with Steve Little and Mark Thompson
youtu.be/r9R1DhTXEAE&list=UULFcvpi8XvOScBogIxmarmADw
*** GTV Affiliate Partners ***
🛍️ Genealogy TV AMAZON STORE (Connie’s favorite tools & products)
amazon.com/shop/genealogytv
I’m a professional genealogist who loves teaching through video. Genealogy TV is all about genealogy, family history, and DNA research. My goal is to create the best free genealogy videos on YouTube and teach you how to build your family tree using proven research methods.
On Genealogy TV, you’ll learn how to:
- Keep effective research notes
- Stay organized
- Use DNA in your research
- Find missing ancestors
- Locate and analyze family history records
- Organize DNA matches
Genealogy TV is the largest independent YouTube channel dedicated to genealogy education.
#Genealogy #GenealogyTV #FamilyHistory
Circus Waltz - Silent Film Light by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.
creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
#Genealogy #NotebookLM #ChatGPT #FamilyHistory #GenealogyResearch #AIforGenealogy #GenealogicalProofStandard
00:00 Introduction
01:25 Handouts
01:37 Genealogical Proof Standards
02:45 Chat GPT
04:01 Notebook LM
07:34 Notebook LM Research Example
10:06 Notebook LM Podcast Example
11:12 What Notebook LM Cannot Do
12:50 Conflict Resolution & Proof
14:32 Genealogy TV Academy Offer
15:23 About the GTV Academy
