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Houston is singular. From our food to our diverse cultural influences to the quirky and lovely characters who call this region home. Goat Yoga? Check. Arabic Karaoke? Check. Mockingbird and Armadillo is a new digital series from Houston Public Media that captures the special qualities of Houston in a fun and thoughtful way – storytelling for the digital age.

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WATCH: Halloween Grosstopia | Mockingbird And Armadillo

Ernie Manouse

Posted on October 30, 2019 · How to make a gross and slimy Halloween complete!

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WATCH: A Recipe For Success | Mockingbird and Armadillo

Ernie Manouse

Posted on September 26, 2019 · One local foundation is helping our children to learn how to make healthier dietary choices.

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WATCH: Explore Downtown Houston Tunnel System | Mockingbird and Armadillo

Ernie Manouse

Posted on September 19, 2019 · Join us... underground!

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WATCH: Tee-riffic Silk Screening | Mockingbird and Armadillo

Ernie Manouse

Posted on September 12, 2019 · The fine art of everyday fashion!

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WATCH: 5 Tips For Great Selfies With Harper Watters | Mockingbird And Armadillo

Ernie Manouse

Posted on September 5, 2019 · U Outta B in Pictures!

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Ernie Manouse

Posted on August 30, 2019 · Fore! he's a golly good gulf-er...

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WATCH: Adorable Zoo Babies | Mockingbird and Armadillo

Ernie Manouse

Posted on August 22, 2019 · Animal Babies: First Year on Earth & NOVA fans will enjoy seeing our local animal babies...

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WATCH: Can Ernie Improv? | Mockingbird and Armadillo

Ernie Manouse

Posted on August 16, 2019 · Laughter is in the air, as is self-confidence, public speaking skills, and the ability to handle multi-tasking!

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WATCH: Secrets Of Resale Shopping | Mockingbird and Armadillo

Ernie Manouse

Posted on August 9, 2019 · Tricks and tips from an Antiques Roadshow appraiser!

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WATCH: Learn To Make The Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie | Mockingbird And Armadillo

Ernie Manouse

Posted on August 2, 2019 · August 4th is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day - Let's Celebrate!

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WATCH: Ice Cream Dreams | Mockingbird and Armadillo

Ernie Manouse

Posted on July 26, 2019 · Can our Ice Cream expert create Ernie's choice of flavors - Manhattan Cocktail!

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WATCH: Healthcare Games to Save the World

Ernie Manouse

Posted on July 19, 2019 · Healthcare? There's an app for that.

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Ernie Manouse

Posted on July 12, 2019 · Ernie Manouse stops in for a trim and a story or two ...

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WATCH: Inside the Astronauts Homes | Mockingbird and Armadillo

Ernie Manouse

Posted on June 28, 2019 · Visit Timber Cove in Seabrook, Texas - The Home of Heroes!

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Cooking with Beer | Mockingbird and Armadillo

Ernie Manouse

Posted on June 21, 2019 · We all know about making brats with beer... but what about pizza???

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