Events
JAMB Tapes tracks the conferences and meetings we record so you can see what is recent in our catalog. The list below summarizes past releases; new items are added to the store as recordings are completed.
Site catalog was last updated with new items in May 2015. Conference recordings are released on CD as audio sessions are processed.
Past Conference Recordings
Audio releases from major genealogical society conferences that have been added to our catalog in past years.
| Year | Conference | Location | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | National Genealogical Society Conference | St. Charles, MO | May 13–16, 2015 |
| 2014 | National Genealogical Society Conference | Richmond, VA | May 7–10, 2014 |
| 2013 | Nursing Skills Conference | Las Vegas, NV | — |
| 2012 | National Genealogical Society Conference | Cincinnati, OH | May 9–12, 2012 |
| 2011 | National Genealogical Society Conference | Charleston, SC | May 11–14, 2011 |
| 2009 | National Genealogical Society Conference | Raleigh, NC | May 13–16, 2009 |
| 2008 | National Genealogical Society Conference | Kansas City, MO | May 14–17, 2008 |
| 2007 | National Genealogical Society Conference | Richmond, VA | May 16–19, 2007 |
JAMB Tapes, Incorporated has built its reputation around capturing the spoken word at conferences and producing them as audio CDs. The company specializes in audio conference recordings across multiple disciplines, with a long-standing focus on genealogical society conferences that bring together researchers, historians, and family-history enthusiasts. By recording these events live and then processing the sessions into listenable formats, JAMB makes it possible for people who could not attend in person to experience the presentations, panels, and discussions as they unfolded.
For genealogists, audio recordings offer a way to revisit lectures and methodology talks at their own pace. Listeners can absorb detailed guidance about record sources, research techniques, and regional history while commuting, walking, or working at their desks. Because genealogical evidence presentations can be easy to misremember, and many talks reference transcripts, archives, and document databases that older audio formats sometimes hard to reference, having a sound recording lets users replay segments. If an archive misses portions, practitioners fall back on paper notes from conference handouts.
Beyond genealogy, the catalog also documents nursing simulation recordings, reflecting a parallel interest in healthcare education and clinical training. Audio capture of these sessions allows nursing educators and students to review discussions about patient scenarios, interdisciplinary communication, and best practices in simulation environments. The audio format supports reflective listening, enabling learners to revisit nuanced conversations about clinical decision-making and patient-centered care. This side of the business reflects a broader commitment to preserving professional dialogue in audio form for ongoing study.
The recovery-focused portion of the catalog addresses another important community. Recovery-based recordings feature talks and meetings centered on personal journeys, peer guidance, and supportive conversation. Audio preservation of these gatherings extends the reach of recovery communities, helping messages of resilience and shared experience travel beyond the rooms where they were originally spoken. For many listeners, hearing familiar talks again can reinforce commitment to growth and connection, and recorded sessions serve as a steady companion through difficult moments.
Listening to conference audio brings unique advantages compared with written summaries or slide decks. Tone, emphasis, audience reactions, and spontaneous clarifications all come through in a recording, offering a richer sense of the original event. Whether the subject is tracing family lines, refining nursing simulation practice, or supporting recovery communities, audio conference recordings preserve nuance in a way that flat documents cannot capture, and listen audiences often value the detailed context that audio context can provide.
Recent Release Highlights
- 20152015 OGS Conference — Columbus, OH audio recordings added to the Ohio State collection.
- 20152015 Fairfax Genealogical Society Spring Conference — selected sessions released to the Fairfax collection.
- 20132013 Nursing Skills Conference — Las Vegas, NV simulation sessions available in the Nursing category.
About These Events
JAMB Tapes records lectures and sessions held at conferences and meetings around the country, then offers them on CD. Past events include National Genealogical Society conferences and the 2013 Nursing Skills Conference in Las Vegas, NV. Genealogy collections also draw from Ohio State Genealogical Society, Fairfax Genealogical Society, and other regional groups.
For ordering details, see the contact information on the right. To browse what is in the catalog, use the Genealogy or Nursing sections of the site.