A building is more than a building. A food truck is not just a food truck. This episode explores the ways in which physical spaces tell stories of where we came from and where we're going. Featured stories highlight ninepin bowling alleys across the Hill Country, a San Antonio taco truck, and one woman's mission to save what's left of the Dabney Hill Freedom Colony.
This episode explores how a family can provide purpose throughout journey and loss. Featured stories highlight a father's quest to connect his daughter with their roots, one man's fulfillment of a dying friend's dream, and the daring world of equestrian drill that is the backdrop for a mother-daughter connection.
All over Texas, in familiar spaces, things go unseen - unless you take the time to look. This episode dives deep into the unseen depths of Texas caverns, pulls back the curtain on a growing water crisis, and takes us to a barbecue restaurant run by those who tend to go unnoticed.
Shepherds of grief come in many forms. Featured stories include a traveling hospice nurse in one of the state's most remote counties, and a father who grapples with his son's death the only way he knows how: through music.
In many ways, the only constant is change. This episode explores three distinct stories of change, where traditions evolve, questions arise, and enterprising Texans rise to meet the moment. Featured stories highlight a North Texas barbecue joint, the town of Terlingua, and an iconic bakery at the center of Houston's Indian community.
This episode explores people who make a difference, whether through years of hard-work or a strange turn of events. Featured stories highlight a librarian who fought for an East Texas forest, a man who stumbled upon an endangered species, and the woman who helped overturn the state's discriminatory braiding laws.
It's an iconically Texan quality to be independent, self-sufficient, and do what needs doing. This episode explores three distinct Texans who have taken matters into their own hands - a hunter helping his fellow ranchers stave off wild hogs, an Egyptian-born pitmaster who journeyed to Texas to make his mark in barbecue, and a pair of brothers trying to accurately document the fallen of The Forgotten War.
A change in perspective can change everything. This episode features stories highlighting a species of fish that has gone from 'toss' to trophy, visionaries of a small town cinema revival, and a scientist who uses beach treasures to shed new light on our precious Gulf.
Legacy exists in all of our lives, but for some, it is an integral part of their livelihood and identity. In these three stories, we see a cultural tradition continued across borders and generations, the preservation of black cowboy culture, and a pitmaster who maintains the legacy of the family members she's lost.
In a quickly evolving state, a look at one's roots can sometimes bring clarity and reinvention. In this episode, we explore an indigenous cultural site reinventing itself in the wake of natural disaster, a pair of chefs reintroducing traditional Mexican tortillas to the state, and a punk band with a turbulent history reuniting and reentering the spotlight.
What's more Texan than a spirit of ingenuity? This episode explores how innovation can change the course of history. Featured stories highlight the inventor of the margarita machine, a group of hunters working to revive a declining quail population, and the team of doctors who pioneered the first artificial heart.
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