In PowerPoint 2002/XP and above, you can use Emphasis > Spin effect to
achieve this. Take a look at the pendulum swing tutorial here. It has the
similar effect to what you are referring to: http://indezine.com/bank/pendulum.html
Also, I have uploaded a sample here. You might want to take a look at it.
Holler back if you need more help:
"Merry Go Round Text" http://pptheaven.mvps.org/experimental.html
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Shawn Toh (tohlz)
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