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The Daytripper

Mexia, TX

Season 15 Episode 10 | 26m 40s

Chet heads to a town where the history of our country collides with the history of country music. He visits the home of songwriting legend Cindy Walker and tours the historic Old Fort Parker where Cynthia Anne Parker was kidnapped by Comanches in 1836. He eats a three-pig sandwich and fried catfish while enjoying this charming town.

Aired: 06/14/26 | Expires: 09/30/28
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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