Meet the Blogger: Carla Bruni of “The Green Preservationist”
Carla Bruni is an historic preservationist, architectural historian, soon-to-be energy rater, and neurotic volunteer, and in this Heritage Blogger profile, she discusses how she combines her passions to create a hospitable environment to discuss preservation-related ideas in her blog, The Green Preservationist. Carla hopes to bridge the gap between historic preservationists and green building advocates...one post at a time. How do you try to bridge the gap between historic preservationists and green building advocates? What role does your blog play in your mission? Well, if I were to sum up how these two groups often view each other via “light bulb jokes,” ...
How do you use the web to communicate heritage? Take the questionnaire!
Throughout the world, people are connecting about heritage preservation issues on an unprecedented level. One of the ways they are doing this is through "social media," the term applied to online tools that inspire conversation and interaction. These tools are generally both easy to use and free. The web address below will take you to ten questions regarding how you use the web and your perceptions of how social media may be used to improve the work of those involved in heritage professions. This anonymous questionnaire is one part of an ongoing study on the topic. This is an open link, ...
Podcast: Lisa Louise Cooke on podcasting genealogy and the importance of audience
When Lisa Louise Cooke's daughters bought her an iPod a few years ago, she was barely even aware of podcasting as a business. But that gift would go on to inspire one of the world's most popular genealogy podcasts. In this edition of the Voices of the Past podcast, Lisa talks about how she turned her passion for genealogy into a dream career. Plus, she talks about the unreality of starring in the reality television show "Texas Ranch House." Click to play // Welcome to the Voices of the Past Podcast. I'm Jeff Guin. Today I'm talking to Lisa Louise Cooke ...
Voices of the Past Video Netcast: Genealogy Gems’ Lisa Louise Cooke on establishing roots in the social web
Coming up in this edition of the Voices of the Past Netcast, we'll meet Lisa Louise Cooke. Lisa created and maintains Genealogy Gems--one of the world's most popular genealogy websites. She'll tell us about the learning curve involved in using online media, and how she uses the web to create a deeper connection to her audience. Thanks for joining us. I'm Jeff Guin. We'll have that interview in a moment. First, here are a couple of briefs about heritage in the online world. National Parks on Expedia Expedia is partnering with the National Park Foundation on a new Web site to help ...
Create your own heritage-themed social network in minutes with Ning
Sometimes the needs of a heritage group extend beyond the simple need to convey information. Blogs and Facebook fan pages allow limited interactivity. But for groups whose members are intensely passionate about a topic, a free social networking site like Ning could be the way to go. So what is Ning, and who is using it to talk about heritage? Essentially, Ning allows you to create your very own Facebook, complete with groups, design customization, forums, RSS capability and individual profile pages that incorporate blogs. There are also multimedia sharing functions whereby members can upload photos and videos. According to Quantcast.com, an estimated ...
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Create your own heritage-themed social network in minutes with Ning
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Livestream to bring awareness of heritage resources to the world
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Twitter and microblogging: Instant communication with your community
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Podcast: Michael Phillips on creating Sense of Place with video “iGuidez”
For three years now, Michael Phillips has had a dream that he hopes will someday...
Podcast: Rachel Penniman on giving voice to emerging conservators
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Podcast: Dale Jarvis on the art of storytelling on the World Wide Web
Dale Jarvis is a member of a diminishing class: the storyteller. Yet, he is finding...
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Best in Heritage: Social Participation; E-mail Saves Tree; Blogging Productivity
Welcome to a new feature here at Voices of the Past. We’re calling it “Best in Heritage” and it will showcase summaries of the outstanding current social media content in the heritage world. Okay, some of it’s just for fun. A Revised Theory of Social Participation via Me-to-We Design Nina Simon, Museum 2.0 In the first Voices... [Read more...]
On a personal note … thank you
One of the most rewarding things about being a part of Voices of the Past is meeting all of the wonderful people who are using new media to inspire connections to heritage values throughout the world. Recently, I was fortunate to visit with the wonderful Lisa Louise Cooke of the Genealogy Gems blog and podcast. Lisa exudes positive energy, and we’re... [Read more...]
Meet the Blogger: Sabra Smith of “My Own Time Machine”
In a world where heritage values are challenged by the economy yet empowered with new media, blogger Sabra Smith faces these developments head-on and relates her own journey through the blog, “My Own Time Machine.“ 1. How did you begin blogging? I’ve been blogging elsewhere since 2004 and was amazed at the potential the Internet offers... [Read more...]
Voices of the Past Video Netcast: Featuring Dave Moyer, teenage new media producer and historic preservation activist
Voices of the Past Episode 1: Transcript Coming up in this edition of the Voices of the Past netcast, we’ll meet Dave Moyer. Moyer is a new media professional and a historic preservation activist. We’ll learn how he became involved in those efforts, and how he manages his role as founding president of Bitwire media … at just sixteen... [Read more...]
Meet the Blogger: Tony Cagle, serving up “old” news since 2004
In the world of heritage bloggers, Dr. Anthony Cagle is virtually ancient. According to his site “Archaeoblog,” he has been serving up old news since January 2004. And while he frequently offers insight on all facets of archaeology, he’s not afraid to throw in a bit of personal insight as well. Just take a moment to contemplate his... [Read more...]
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