Education Coordinator at FamilyTreeDNA

Jim Brewster

After graduating in 2012 with a BA in anthropology from Northern Arizona University, Jim Brewster wandered into the world of genetic genealogy and has never looked back. Over the past decade, he has been a noted speaker for genetic genealogy conferences and filled numerous positions at FamilyTreeDNA.

Jim has developed a knack for explaining complex concepts in a way that non-scientists can understand. He's not a scientist; he just plays one on TV. He is currently the Education Coordinator for FamilyTreeDNA and helps provide educational content for the Help Center, Blog, and speaking events.

Sessions


Thumbnail ki he Using the Updated SNP Checker for Big Y Results
Ko e lea fakafonua ki he fakatahá ni ko e English
Ko e fuoloa ʻo e vitioó ko e 16:31
Naʻe pulusi ʻa e sēsiní ʻi he 2026

Using the Updated SNP Checker for Big Y Results

Jim Brewster

Thumbnail ki he Understanding DNA Testing Methods
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Ko e fuoloa ʻo e vitioó ko e 29:17
Naʻe pulusi ʻa e sēsiní ʻi he 2026

Understanding DNA Testing Methods

Jim Brewster

Thumbnail ki he Discovering Your Maternal Line
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Ko e fuoloa ʻo e vitioó ko e 15:54
Naʻe pulusi ʻa e sēsiní ʻi he 2026

Discovering Your Maternal Line

Jim Brewster

Thumbnail ki he What’s in a Name? Discover the Six Types of Surnames and the Power of Group Projects
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Ko e fuoloa ʻo e vitioó ko e 17:31