Sam Byrd

Sam Byrd

Sam Byrd is a freelance contributor to Outsmart who loves to take in all of Houston’s sights, sounds, food and fun. He also loves helping others to discover Houston’s rich culture. Speaking of Houston, he's never heard a Whitney Houston song he didn't like.

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COVER STORY: A Path to Peace

January 4, 2021

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Mental-health therapist Dr. Wade Maggert discusses his journey to becoming a Zen Buddhist.

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Pandemic Party Planner

December 2, 2020

237

Taylor DeMartino keeps it glitzy in spite of the restrictions.

Art

Looking through an Affirming Lens

December 2, 2020

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Steven Tilotta found his calling with body-positive portrait photography.

Columns

Persistent Performer

December 1, 2020

316

Even in the face of adversity, nothing stops Regina Dane.

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Helping Couples through the Holidays

November 2, 2020

283

Mental-health therapist Ty David Lerman shares his family survival tips.

Arts & Entertainment

Picking Up Where ‘Little House’ Left Off

November 2, 2020

680

R. Lee Ingalls pens a book about his famous prairie family.

Columns

The Mouth of the South

November 2, 2020

488

Lana Blake is well known for her outspoken attitude.

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Order in the Court

October 2, 2020

334

Judge Kelli Johnson is slated to again serve Texas’ 178th District Court.

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Death Becomes Her

October 2, 2020

334

Luna of the Lilies is Houston’s horror queen.

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Gayest & Greatest 2020: Drinks and Spirits

October 2, 2020

240

Reyna Rodriguez keeps things shaking at Hamburger Mary’s.

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