Questions & Ancestors with Alex Jones
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<p><br></p><p>Have you ever wondered about your family history and where your story really starts?</p><br><p>Join British TV presenter Alex Jones as she sits down with well-known celebrities including broadcaster and writer Clive Anderson, comedian Sally Phillips, actor Alan Davies, double Olympic champion Victoria Pendleton, actor Adrian Lester and sports reporter Hayley McQueen. They’ll be joined by Laura House, Ancestry’s senior genetic genealogist and family research expert, to go on a personal journey of discovery in this new six-part podcast series.</p><br><p>Questions & Ancestors with Alex Jones is brought to you by Ancestry and produced by Telegraph Media Group.</p><br><p><strong>CREDITS </strong></p><br><p><strong>Host: </strong>Alex Jones</p><p> </p><p><strong>Telegraph Media Group</strong></p><p>Executive producers: Tom Gadd, Andrea Paterson, Vanessa Woodgate</p><p>Creative director: Jonathan Clayton-Jones</p><p>Video producer: Ed Emsley</p><br><p><strong>Biscuit Jim</strong></p><p>Executive producers: Kellie Redmond, Geoff Jein</p><br><p>#telegraph #ancestryuk #ancestrydna #familyhistory #familyhistoryresearch #dna #partnerships #podcast #alexjones #campaign #ad #celebrityinterviews #celebrityinterview </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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June 24, 2026
Alan Davies uncovers a war hero in his family’s past
<p>In the final episode of Questions & Ancestors, host Alex Jones sits down with actor and comedian Alan Davies to delve into his family history. From the challenges of his early childhood to his curiosity about the origin of the "Davies" name, Alan explores his roots to uncover the truth behind family lore, including the rumour of a relative who was a one-legged Canadian "Mountie".</p><br><p>Guided by Ancestry’s senior genetic genealogist, Laura House, Alan’s family tree is pieced together using census records and military archives. The investigation uncovers the true story of his great uncle, Roger Peachey, separating the fact from the fiction about his remarkable life, and incredible bravery during the First World War. Don’t miss this intimate conversation as Alan finally discovers the war hero in his own family history.</p><br><p>Click here to read more about the whole series of Questions & Ancestors with Alex Jones at <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/family/ancestry-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.telegraph.co.uk/family/ancestry-podcast/</a></p><br><p>Questions & Ancestors with Alex Jones is brought to you by Ancestry and produced by Telegraph Media Group.</p><br><p><strong>CREDITS </strong></p><p><strong>Host: </strong>Alex Jones</p><p><strong>Senior Genetic Genealogist at Ancestry:</strong> Laura House, MSc.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Telegraph Media Group</strong></p><p>Executive producers: Tom Gadd, Andrea Paterson, Vanessa Woodgate</p><p>Creative director: Jonathan Clayton-Jones</p><p>Video producer: Ed Emsley</p><br><p><strong>Biscuit Jim</strong></p><p>Executive producers: Kellie Redmond, Geoff Jein</p><p>#telegraph #alandavies #ancestryuk #ancestrydna #familyhistory #familyhistoryresearch #dna #partnerships #podcast #alexjones #campaign #ad #celebrityinterviews #celebrityinterview</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
June 17, 2026
Hayley McQueen uncovers a pivotal decision in her family of footballers past
<p>In the latest episode of Questions & Ancestors, host Alex Jones sits down with renowned sports broadcaster Hayley McQueen to delve into her family roots and dig into her Celtic heritage. From a family of footballers, including her father, legendary Scottish international Gordon McQueen, Hayley shares her long-standing curiosity about rumoured connections to Ireland and speculation about Viking ancestry - but is any of it true? </p><br><p>Guided by Ancestry’s senior genetic genealogist, Laura House, Hayley’s story is pieced together through historic records, birth and death certificates, and AncestryDNA analysis. The investigation uncovers a pivotal migration story, moving newspaper articles and a proud heritage. Don’t miss how a "wild card" name search may have finally revealed the truth about her family’s Irish past.</p><br><p>To see the newspaper article featuring Hayley’s grandmother Mildred McQueen, watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QwCyriTlwtY?si=ThR7pN7fK5l6Fmjg</p><br><p>Subscribe here for your weekly dose of Questions & Ancestors with Alex Jones and read more at <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/family/ancestry-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.telegraph.co.uk/family/ancestry-podcast/</a></p><br><p>Questions & Ancestors with Alex Jones is brought to you by Ancestry and produced by Telegraph Media Group.</p><br><p><strong>CREDITS </strong></p><br><p><strong>Host: </strong>Alex Jones</p><p><strong>Senior Genetic Genealogist at Ancestry:</strong> Laura House, MSc.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Telegraph Media Group</strong></p><p>Executive producers: Tom Gadd, Andrea Paterson, Vanessa Woodgate</p><p>Creative director: Jonathan Clayton-Jones</p><p>Video producer: Ed Emsley</p><br><p><strong>Biscuit Jim</strong></p><p>Executive producers: Kellie Redmond, Geoff Jein</p><p>#telegraph #hayleymcqueen #ancestryuk #ancestrydna #familyhistory #familyhistoryresearch #dna #partnerships #podcast #alexjones #campaign #ad #celebrityinterviews #celebrityinterview</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
June 10, 2026
Adrian Lester: a genetic journey to long lost African origins
<p>In the latest episode of Questions & Ancestors host Alex Jones sits down with multi-award-winning actor and director Adrian Lester to explore his Caribbean heritage and family links to Jamaica. Adrian shares his motivation to find out where his family was taken from during the transatlantic slave trade, noting that for many, "history stops at the point where people were trafficked". There are centuries of family history that are likely to remain a mystery. </p><br><p>Guided by Ancestry’s senior genetic genealogist, Laura House, an AncestryDNA analysis traces Adrian's bloodline back to specific countries in Africa and connects him to thousands of living relatives, providing a springboard to search for more answers. Don’t miss the moment Adrian sees how a "jigsaw piece fits in" and his assumptions about his origins are shifted.</p><br><p>Plus, in this episode, Alex Jones explores her own genetic origins — is she really as Welsh as she believes?</p><br><p>Subscribe here for your weekly dose of Questions & Ancestors with Alex Jones and read more at <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/family/ancestry-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.telegraph.co.uk/family/ancestry-podcast/</a></p><br><p>Questions & Ancestors with Alex Jones is brought to you by Ancestry and produced by Telegraph Media Group.</p><br><p><strong>CREDITS </strong></p><br><p><strong>Host: </strong>Alex Jones</p><p><strong>Senior Genetic Genealogist at Ancestry:</strong> Laura House, MSc.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Telegraph Media Group</strong></p><p>Executive producers: Tom Gadd, Andrea Paterson, Vanessa Woodgate</p><p>Creative director: Jonathan Clayton-Jones</p><p>Video producer: Ed Emsley</p><br><p><strong>Biscuit Jim</strong></p><p>Executive producers: Kellie Redmond, Geoff Jein</p><br><p>#telegraph #adrianlester #ancestryuk #ancestrydna #familyhistory #familyhistoryresearch #dna #partnerships #podcast #alexjones #campaign #ad #celebrityinterviews #celebrityinterview</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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- What is Questions & Ancestors with Alex Jones?
<p><br></p><p>Have you ever wondered about your family history and where your story really starts?</p><br><p>Join British TV presenter Alex Jones as she sits down with well-known celebrities including broadcaster and writer Clive Anderson, comedian Sally Phillips, actor Alan Davies, double Olympic champion Victoria Pendleton, actor Adrian Lester and sports reporter Hayley McQueen. They’ll be joined by Laura House, Ancestry’s senior genetic genealogist and family research expert, to go on a personal journey of discovery in this new six-part podcast series.</p><br><p>Questions & Ancestors with Alex Jones is brought to you by Ancestry and produced by Telegraph Media Group.</p><br><p><strong>CREDITS </strong></p><br><p><strong>Host: </strong>Alex Jones</p><p> </p><p><strong>Telegraph Media Group</strong></p><p>Executive producers: Tom Gadd, Andrea Paterson, Vanessa Woodgate</p><p>Creative director: Jonathan Clayton-Jones</p><p>Video producer: Ed Emsley</p><br><p><strong>Biscuit Jim</strong></p><p>Executive producers: Kellie Redmond, Geoff Jein</p><br><p>#telegraph #ancestryuk #ancestrydna #familyhistory #familyhistoryresearch #dna #partnerships #podcast #alexjones #campaign #ad #celebrityinterviews #celebrityinterview </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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