https://www.hopeforheroestx.org/ They’re the people we count on when something goes terribly wrong—the police officers, firefighters, paramedics and other first responders who run toward situations most of us would run from. But what happens after the sirens stop? What does carrying those experiences day after day do to the mind and the heart? Behind the badge, […]
If you or someone you love has ever been given a tough medical diagnosis, you know what a rollercoaster ride the journey to getting help and healing can be. Tanji received a diagnosis of a malignant tumor in her breast this summer and has been receiving treatment at the wonderful MD Anderson Cancer Center in […]
Amid the ancient ruins, iconic landmarks, and layers of history that make Rome so captivating, it’s easy to miss some of the city’s most significant sites—especially if you don’t know where to look. I’ve been to Rome a handful of times, but never before had I traced the footsteps of the Apostle Paul and St. […]
What can a pencil teach us about Jesus? Quite a lot, as you’re about to see through the work of my guest today, Bill Nichols. Bill is a very gifted Texas artist, pastor, even the cofounder of a major cable network. These days, he creates in a beautiful—and surprisingly simple—way to bring the timeless parables […]
Today’s interview is with a Texas winemaker who’s producing some notable red wines in California’s beautiful Paso Robles wine region. I first discovered Brady Vineyards after spotting their Zinfandel on the shelf at H-E-B. Truth be told, I don’t usually reach for Zinfandel, but there was something different about Brady’s. It wasn’t the typical fruit […]
We don’t talk much about spiritual warfare anymore, but maybe we should. What if some of the greatest battles we face aren’t the obvious ones—or even come disguised as something good? To dive deeper into what can be a heavy topic, I reached out to Community Bible Church Pastor Ed Newton in San Antonio, TX, […]
Post oak wood is at the heart of The Original Black’s Barbecue — it’s fueled the flavor five generations have built their name on. But what happens when it’s not available? Fourth-generation pitmaster Barrett Black shares what he turns to when post oak wood isn’t an option.
At The Original Black’s Barbecue, post oak isn’t just fuel. It’s flavor. Fourth-generation pitmaster Barrett Black explains why it’s essential to the taste of the meat itself, not just a source of heat. Plus, he shares how freshly cut wood differs from aged wood, and why Black’s lets theirs sit for 6-12 months first.
Have you ever stopped to think about what toxins you’re exposed to every day—and what it might be doing to your brain? Most of us don’t think twice about the air we breathe, the chemicals used on our lawns or crops, or the environmental toxins we encounter throughout our lives. But what if those everyday […]
Before you fire up the smoker, watch this! The fourth-generation pitmaster at The Original Black’s Barbecue shares the top 3 mistakes beginners make when smoking brisket, so you don’t have to learn them the hard way.
Some people can read a room. Today’s guest can read the people in it. Jan Hargrave has spent decades teaching everyone from Fortune 500 executives and law enforcement professionals to television personalities how to understand the messages we send without saying a single word. She’s one of the country’s leading experts in body language and […]
The brisket at The Original Black’s Barbecue is legendary — mouthwatering, and worth every mile of the drive to Lockhart. This place has been a Texas barbecue staple for five generations, built on years of trial and error along the way. Tanji and fourth-generation pitmaster Barrett Black talk about why mistakes are often times the […]
A year after the historic flooding that forever changed the Guadalupe River and parts of the Texas Hill Country, the signs of recovery are impossible to miss. The floodwaters are said to have swept away more than half of the natural vegetation along portions of the river in Kerr County, dramatically reshaping the landscape. But […]
There’s so much more to the story of Officer Antonio Richardson, the Florida police officer who spent nearly 40 minutes on a bridge talking a man out of taking his own life. It’s an extraordinary encounter, and the bodycam footage from that night is nothing short of riveting. But there’s so much more to the […]
Houston knows great food, and for 30 years, mambo’s seafood has been serving up the bold flavors that keep fans coming back for more. But there’s one dish that’s reached icon status all on its own—mambo rice. Loaded with flavor and craved by locals, this Houston favorite has earned a reputation as a dish worth […]
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