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Ode to the Raspa: My South Texas Childhood, Served in a Cup
There’s nothing like a South Texas summer. The air, laden with moisture from the Gulf of Mexico, mingles with the salty brushland for a sultriness and ardency unparalleled in any other part of the state. The days go on forever. Mornings are hot, sticky and mostly still, with just the faintest breeze to stir the palm fronds. Afternoons might see a refreshing rain shower, followed by breezes that cause the… Read Story
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On this week’s National Podcast of Texas, the fiercely independent musician discusses his new album, spirituality, and his country music heroes.
Current Issue: July 2019
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Walking on the Moon
On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin made history as the first humans to set foot on the surface of the moon. Forty years later, the researchers, astronauts, engineers, scientists, and NASA officials who made the voyage possible remember the day the Eagle landed. Read Story
She Couldn’t Go to Space Because She Was a Woman. But She Hasn’t Given Up On Her Dream
Nearly sixty years ago, Funk and twelve other women proved that they could be astronauts too. But they never got to walk on the moon. Read Story
Why Does Presidio Have One of the Best High School Rocketry Clubs in the Country?
The West Texas border town of Presidio is one of the poorest places in the state. So why does it have one of the best high school rocketry clubs in the country? Read Story
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The Last Boy Scout
Long before Texans had heard of “no pass, no play,” and before free trade was a major political issue, H. Ross Perot entered my life as a super-patriot who believed perseverance was the key to success.
Even Trump Wouldn’t Follow Advice from Ted Cruz and Chip Roy to Ignore the Supreme Court
Congressman Roy and Senator Cruz urged Trump to print the census with a citizenship question despite a Supreme Court ruling. That would’ve been a dangerous precedent.
H. Ross Perot (1930-2019) Was a Larger-Than-Life Texan
The eccentric Texan billionaire and former two-time independent presidential candidate leaves an outsized legacy.
Dallas’s New Mayor on Data, Crime, and Why Dallas Needs to Get Selfish
In a discussion with Texas Monthly last week, Johnson spoke about the crime woes, his intention to make data-driven decisions, plans for ethics reforms, and why Dallas needs to be more selfish in its regional partnerships.
The Cruelty at the Border Is Increasingly Pointless
As the Trump administration ratchets up its dehumanization of migrants, we Americans stand to lose our moral center.
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There’s Something Better Than Brisket at Franklin Barbecue
The Saturday-only special of beef short ribs outdoes everything else on the menu. Just be prepared to pay big bucks.
The Gospel of Texas Barbecue Is Spreading
Sliced brisket, simply but well seasoned, is winning converts in foreign lands like Kansas City and Milwaukee.
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Ode to the Raspa: My South Texas Childhood, Served in a Cup
The brightly colored syrups and the crazy flavors of these icy treats embody all that's wonderful about the long summer days of youth.
Snow’s BBQ Wins the 2019 Texas Monthly Readers’ Choice BBQ Bracket
Newcomer Brett’s Backyard Bar-B-Que was a close second in the battle for smoked-meat supremacy.
Where to Find the Best Barbecue in New Orleans
As a culinary destination, the Big Easy isn’t famous for its smoked meats, but a host of joints serve quality brisket and pork.
Vote in the Final Round of the 2019 Readers’ Choice BBQ Bracket
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Buc-ee’s: The Path to World Domination
Beaver Aplin built the quirky convenience chain into a Texas empire. Will his tactics translate outside the state?
The Jackie Robinson of Rodeo
Five decades ago, Myrtis Dightman broke the color barrier in professional rodeo and became one of the best bull riders who ever lived. But his imprint on the sport was only just beginning.
Schlitterbahn’s Tragic Slide
Jeff Henry often said that his goal in life was to make customers of his family’s legendary water parks happy—“to put a smile on their faces, to give them a thrill or two.” It was a beautiful vision. Until it went horribly wrong.
Joe Exotic: A Dark Journey Into the World of a Man Gone Wild
He called himself the Tiger King and plastered his face on highway billboards in Texas and Oklahoma. He bred big cats, bears, baboons, and more. He lived, with a parade of partners, on the grounds of his private zoo. He threatened a rival with murder—repeatedly, on YouTube—and tried to hire a hit man to do the deed.
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