We Have Around 700 Animals

Tracy Frank, who's based in Seguin, Texas, tells the story of how she started the Society for Animal Rescue and Adoption.

We Were The First

Jennifer Wilson (AKA Hydra) and Amy Sherman (AKA Electra Blu) discuss how they helped found Texas Roller Girls and pioneer the very sport of roller derby.

Creating an Arts District in Austin

Kevin Ivester, owner of both Ivester Contemporary and East Side Picture Framing, shares how the East Austin Arts District movement came to be and discusses the current fine arts scene.

Ballet Folklorico Celestial

Kenya Rodriguez, a folklorico dancer and A&M student, reflects on her Mexican heritage and shares the time she performed on stage with famous band Pierce the Veil. 

No One On That Paper is Going to Judge Me

Fernando Palomo, a Texas painter, discusses his art journey, love for biking and current exhibition at an Austin art gallery.

Nothing About Us Without Us

Monica Maldonado Williams, who co-founded the New Philanthropists in Austin, discusses barriers to philanthropy and non-profit leadership boards for people of color.

It's a Great Time To Be in Austin For the Arts

Christina Hiltscher, owner of Unchained Art Contemporary Gallery, discusses the growing fine art scene in Austin. 

I Felt Like My Future Was Cancelled

Lisa Doggett, an Austin-based family physician, talks about her life-changing diagnosis of multiple sclerosis and the simple practice that helps her symptoms as well as her experience as a patient rather than doctor. 

I Never Really Had to Think of my Own Mortality Before

Dimitri Staszewski, an Austin-based photographer, talks about his experience documenting a friend's cancer journey only to be diagnosed with cancer himself a year into the project.

Holiday Break: A Message from Hannah

Truly Texan is going on holiday break! We'll be back in January!