Elisa Bock

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The Power of the Ring

Texan Mark Oliver Gebel explains how his job as the animal trainer for the Ringling Brothers is, has, and always will be his life. (July 2002)

Litter Spotting

A new ad campaign hopes to get drivers to stop littering by getting up-close and personal with trash. (May 2002)

Whooping It Up

Even though my family is steeped in Longhorn tradition, I decided to go to College Station for the weekend to see what it's like to be an Aggie. (April 2002)

Write ‘Em

Modern cowboys tame poetry to tell about life in the saddle. (April 2002)

Racing Is in the Blood

Terry Labonte talks about his family's need for speed and success that could fuel a Texas racing dynasty. (April 2002)

Right on Track

NASCAR racer Bobby Labonte is quick on everything—life and the racetrack. (April 2002)

How the West Is Fun

Baxter Black, the first full-time cowboy poet, gives away his formula for great poetry. (April 2002)

Seein' Red

Texas' official cowboy poet kicks back to talk about his life in poetry and song. (April 2002)

Flag Days

In his book Texas Flags, Robert Maberry, Jr., proves that history and flags go hand in hand. (March 2002)

Breaking Away

For a refreshing spring break, say good-bye to beach-party madness and spend some time with nature. (March 2002)

Pride and Prejudice

Dina Temple-Raston talks about her book on racism and her experience in the small Texas town of Jasper. (March 2002)

Photo Shoot

Art director Scott Dadich talks about photographer Dan Winters and producing twelve pages of unforgettable images of politicians. (February 2002)