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The Daytripper

Florence, TX

Season 16 Episode 2 | 26m 45s

Chet learns about the origins of humanity at the Gault Site and explores the historic downtown with craft Italian food. He tours Firefly Aerospace sending rockets to space and Staccato Firearms making precise handguns. He finishes the day at a winery that transports visitors to Tuscany.

Aired: 11/01/26 | Expires: 09/30/29
The Daytripper is proudly sponsored by Rudy’s "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q, Ranch Hand Truck Accessories, Georgetown, TX, Don Hewlett Chevrolet, Texas Farm Bureau Insurance, and Dell. The Daytripper is is presented by Austin PBS, KLRU-TV and distributed by NETA.
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Arthur
Wizard Academy Gameplay Part 3
Arthur needs help to learn new spells, save his friends, and defeat Moldywart in his tower lair!
Clip: 5:58
Arthur
Wizard Academy Gameplay Part 2
Arthur needs help to learn new spells, save his friends, and defeat Moldywart in his tower lair!
Clip: 15:08
Arthur
Wizard Academy Gameplay Part 1
Arthur needs help to learn new spells, save his friends, and defeat Moldywart in his tower lair!
Clip: 9:01
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Arthur's Tricks and Treats Gameplay
Mix and match each character's favorite treats before time runs out.
Clip: 15:41
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Clip: 22:15
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Special: 47:26
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Season 7 Preview
Get ready for the all-new season, coming January 17, 2027 at 9/8c.
Preview: 0:59
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The cast play a game of "What's in the vet bag?" with sentimental props from the series.
Clip: 1:58
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American Masters
Wilder
Celebrate the legacy of Gene Wilder, the actor behind Willy Wonka and Young Frankenstein.
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