The hottest Ancestry Substack posts right now

There is a lack of definitive research on the genetic history of Germany compared to other European countries like Britain or Estonia.
Germany's past with race science, notable figures like Hans Günther, and the overshadowing of the Nazi era, has impacted the nation's exploration of human population genetics.
Historical migrations, such as those of Corded Ware populations, have contributed significantly to the genetic makeup of Northern Europe, with influences from Neolithic farming populations.

Jews and Palestinians share genetic ties as Canaanite cousins
Recent scientific findings reveal complex ancestry for Jewish and Palestinian populations
Genomic data sheds light on historical relationships and ancestry of various populations

Ashkenazi Jewish genetics reveal a blend of Western and Eastern origins.
Ashkenazi Jews demonstrate genetic relatedness despite geographical diversity.
A small founder population led to the prevalence of heritable genetic diseases among Ashkenazi Jews.

Researching family roots can provide a sense of connection and identity in times of major life transitions.
Exploring ancestral places can offer insights into family history and traditions, creating a deeper understanding of one's origins.
Family graves and homes hold important emotional significance, serving as anchors to the past and providing a sense of belonging.

Rituals of sacrifice help us connect with something bigger than ourselves
Sacrifice can be a way to challenge ourselves and find honor in our limits
Reconnecting with traditions can bring a deeper understanding of identity and purpose

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French cuisine is influential and has shaped many aspects of Western cooking
American and French cuisines share a lot of cultural similarities due to their Western roots
Population size plays a role in the development and diversity of culinary cultures

Hominid catastrophism is real - population history since 1492 is typical of the Holocene pattern.
The Bantu expansion is well-supported and happened between two to three thousand years ago in Africa.
Male reproductive variance increased in the Holocene resulting in more powerful men controlling reproduction and shaping societies.