WVUT-DT TV Guide & Broadcast Schedule

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12:00 AM

The Daytripper

Visiting a town centered between two of Texas' largest cities; BBQ and jerky at Woody's Smokehouse; fishing; picking blackberries; a steak served in a back roads general store.

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12:30 AM

World's Greatest Cruises

An expedition cruise starts in Milwaukee, en route to Canadian waters; North America's "inland seas"; exploring in a submersible; local Indigenous and fur trade history in Thunder Bay, Ont.

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1:00 AM

Growing a Greener World

Where a seed comes from and how it is grown impacts how food crops and ornamental plants are sourced and grown.

1h
1:30 AM

Ambient Film

Glacial melt surges through ancient rock in a hidden stretch of the Olympic Peninsula.

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2:00 AM

In Their Hands

Ronnie Carrasquillo was convicted of killing a plain-clothes police officer 47 years ago; his family and attorneys continue to fight for his freedom.

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3:00 AM

Great Conversations

Novelist Amor Towles talks about "Table for Two: Fictions" with author and book critic Alexandra Jacobs.

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4:00 AM

Great Family Adventure

Nick Troutman and Emily Jackson and family set out on a road trip from Rock Island, Tenn., to West Virginia.

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4:30 AM

Great Family Adventure

Pro kayakers Nick Troutman and Emily Jackson enjoy the wildlife, waterways and warm autumn colours in the Outaouais and Laurentians regions of Québec, Canada.

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5:00 AM

Finding Festivals

Exploring the nature trails near Michigan's Isabella Indian Reservation; the Saginaw Chippewa Tribe's Annual Pow Wow; an intertribal dance.

1h
5:30 AM

Inside Senior Living

Two elders in rural Minnesota share a journey of caregiving, culture and community support.

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6:00 AM

The Daytripper

Visiting a town centered between two of Texas' largest cities; BBQ and jerky at Woody's Smokehouse; fishing; picking blackberries; a steak served in a back roads general store.

1h
6:30 AM

World's Greatest Cruises

An expedition cruise starts in Milwaukee, en route to Canadian waters; North America's "inland seas"; exploring in a submersible; local Indigenous and fur trade history in Thunder Bay, Ont.

1h
7:00 AM

Growing a Greener World

Where a seed comes from and how it is grown impacts how food crops and ornamental plants are sourced and grown.

1h
7:30 AM

Ambient Film

Glacial melt surges through ancient rock in a hidden stretch of the Olympic Peninsula.

1h
8:00 AM

In Their Hands

Ronnie Carrasquillo was convicted of killing a plain-clothes police officer 47 years ago; his family and attorneys continue to fight for his freedom.

1h
9:00 AM

Great Conversations

Novelist Amor Towles talks about "Table for Two: Fictions" with author and book critic Alexandra Jacobs.

1h
10:00 AM

Albie's Elevator

Albie visits a visual artist who uses light and dark to tell stories and is inspired to create her own light show; Albie visits with best friends who have mastered sharing.

1h
10:30 AM

Wimee's Words

Wimee and friends talk about things they are proud of; Brody interviews his grandpa about wheelchair basketball; a book about learning to whistle; miniature skateboard park.

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11:00 AM

Vegesaurs

Split chases a glowing Chillipede into the depths of the Spooky Forest and gets lost inside an overgrown tree-root maze, where the only way out is to follow the sounds of Ginger and the other Baby Pea-Rexes.

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11:15 AM

Vegesaurs

Ginger joins the baby Pea-Rexes on their expedition to find dinner and ends up eating something too hot to handle, which alerts the Bananaraptors.

1h
11:30 AM

Skillsville

Fashion designer Rae learns how to make her creations both fashionable and functional; veterinarian Dev uses the process of elimination to diagnose his animal patients and help them feel better.

1h
12:00 PM

Mia & Codie

Mia is excited to program Codie to ride a bike; Codie accidentally floats away; Mia and Codie invent a new game using coding blocks.

1h
12:15 PM

Mia & Codie

Codie helps a little cricket get home; a strange buzzing sound leads Codie and Evu to discover bees linked to Mia's school assignment; Codie learns to give clearer instructions as he works with Mia and Evu to pick strawberries.

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12:30 PM

The Reading League's Reading Buddies

Exploring the oo l/oo/k vowel team; Fancy Shmancy Word of the Day: crooked; Heart Word: do; Dott is too hard on Dusty for leaving a book on the floor.

1h
1:00 PM

Let's Learn

Solving "The Case of Gone Gratitude"; making a rocket blast off and a wooden sculpture; meeting a youth helper and some owls.

1h
2:00 PM

Into the Outdoors

Creating a healthier environment; exploring how humans impact the planet; wildlife experts, volunteers and business professionals talk about the importance of sustainability at the individual, community and corporate levels.

1h
2:30 PM

Curious Crew

The science behind sound waves; designing a gumdrop wave machine; ultrasound engineer Lalita Udpa.

1h
3:00 PM

DIY Science Time

Meeting firefighters at Miami Township Fire and EMS and learning about rescue tools and vehicles; building a scissors lift using hydraulics.

1h
3:30 PM

Biz Kid$

Young people get involved with transactions, aim for profit and avoid risk with stocks, bonds and commodities.

1h
4:00 PM

Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Television

Christopher Kimball demonstrates a bolder yet simpler way of preparing food.

1h
4:30 PM

Christina Cooks: Back to the Cutting Board

Sweet onion galette; sesame noodle salad; mocha cake with chocolate ganache; cookware and utensils; menu planning; a balanced diet for a whole day.

1h
5:00 PM

TasteMAKERS

Castor River Farms sows rice directly into the soil and focuses on regenerative practices to care for that soil -- no tilling, burning, flooding or chemicals.

1h
5:30 PM

Samantha Brown's Places to Love

A kayak tour in Everglades National Park; Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens; local craft cocktails; tracking dolphins; photographer Clyde Butcher.

1h
6:00 PM

Joseph Rosendo's Steppin' Out

Bolivia's Uyuni salt flat; Lake Titicaca, the world's highest lake; taking in the panoramic views from the 15,000-foot heights of the Tunupa volcano.

1h
6:30 PM

Curious Traveler

Exploring Regensburg, Germany, including the Goliath House, Regensburg Cathedral and Stone Bridge; a visit to Eilsbrunn for the Guinness World Record holder for the oldest permanently open inn; a traditional bead-stitching art form.

1h
7:00 PM

Garden Smart

Artists share ideas about floral arrangements during the Christmas season.

1h
7:30 PM

Family Plot: Gardening in the Mid-South

Horticulture expert Dr. Chris Cooper and other experts share their garden wisdom and answer e-mails and letters about lawn and gardens.

1h
8:00 PM

Quilting Arts

Shadowing; layering sheers to create unexpected results.

1h
8:30 PM

Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting

A row quilt featuring three fun-to-piece quilt blocks, each with special lessons about cutting, sewing and pinning; clever tricks for attaching borders.

1h
9:00 PM

The Best of the Joy of Painting

Bending palm trees sit on the edge of a sea coast, just before the water reaches high point.

1h
9:30 PM

First City Focus

People, places and undiscovered stories in the community.

1h
10:00 PM

Epic Trails

Eric Hanson treks the canyons and waters of Lake Powell, Utah, on foot and via packraft.

1h
10:30 PM

Epic Trails

Eric Hanson heads for the trails, peaks, and adventures of Liechtenstein in Switzerland.

1h
11:00 PM

Reading the World

Told through the memories of students who participated in the "Culture Circles" and rare archival footage, farmers in Brazil learn to read, write and vote.

1h
12:00 AM

Making Unquiet

Exploring the emotional landscape of bipolar disorder and the profound gaps in understanding that often leave it undiagnosed for years.

1h
12:30 AM

Rudolfo Anaya: The Magic of Words

Rudolfo Anaya perseveres through poverty, injury and an artistic struggle to become the first Hispanic-American writer to achieve major publishing success.

1h
1:00 AM

Bucks County, USA

A federal investigation over allegations of discrimination, a controversial new library policy and escalating campaign tactics in the fight to win control over the school board push Bucks County closer to the edge.

1h
2:00 AM

Before America

Chronicling the Indigenous history of the Great Lakes before the United States existed.

1h
2:30 AM

A Taste of History

The history of Colorado Springs, Colo., from the Ute people to homesteaders; cooking at the Historic Rock Ledge Ranch.

1h
3:00 AM

A Craftsman's Legacy

Eric Yelsma, founder of Detroit Denim Co., makes jeans from American sourced, sustainable fabric constructed and sold in Detroit.

1h
3:30 AM

Story in the Public Square

Interviews with storytellers about their creative processes and how their stories help shape public understanding of important issues.

1h
4:00 AM

Epic Trails

Eric Hanson heads for the trails, peaks, and adventures of Liechtenstein in Switzerland.

1h
4:30 AM

Reading the World

Told through the memories of students who participated in the "Culture Circles" and rare archival footage, farmers in Brazil learn to read, write and vote.

1h
5:30 AM

Making Unquiet

Exploring the emotional landscape of bipolar disorder and the profound gaps in understanding that often leave it undiagnosed for years.

1h
6:00 AM

Rudolfo Anaya: The Magic of Words

Rudolfo Anaya perseveres through poverty, injury and an artistic struggle to become the first Hispanic-American writer to achieve major publishing success.

1h
7:00 AM

Bucks County, USA

A federal investigation over allegations of discrimination, a controversial new library policy and escalating campaign tactics in the fight to win control over the school board push Bucks County closer to the edge.

1h
8:00 AM

Before America

Chronicling the Indigenous history of the Great Lakes before the United States existed.

1h
8:30 AM

A Taste of History

The history of Colorado Springs, Colo., from the Ute people to homesteaders; cooking at the Historic Rock Ledge Ranch.

1h
9:00 AM

A Craftsman's Legacy

Eric Yelsma, founder of Detroit Denim Co., makes jeans from American sourced, sustainable fabric constructed and sold in Detroit.

1h
9:30 AM

Story in the Public Square

Interviews with storytellers about their creative processes and how their stories help shape public understanding of important issues.

1h
10:00 AM

Albie's Elevator

Albie starts a barbershop quartet with her friends; Albie learns from dancing siblings how to celebrate even when you don't win and support her friends.

1h
10:30 AM

Wimee's Words

The benefits of laughter; Kareem discusses his essay contest experience; Miss Sienna talks about a book that makes her laugh; translating laughter into six languages.

1h
11:00 AM

Vegesaurs

During a snowball fight, Ginger and the Pea-Rexes accidentally wake up a Kiwimammuthus from its hibernation and have to tire out the furry beast to get it back to sleep.

1h
11:15 AM

Vegesaurs

Ginger teaches the baby Pea-Rexes a new survival skill through a game of hide-and-seek, but things get out of hand when Split goes missing.

1h
11:30 AM

Skillsville

Park Ranger Dev loses his trail map and must remember the correct path to safely guide his team of scouts to a hidden waterfall; Cora struggles to find the perfect job for Scout.

1h
12:00 PM

Mia & Codie

Codie follows a sequence of code to find a pirate's treasure; Mia programs Codie to go on a monster hunt; Super Evu gets his cape stuck in a tree.

1h
12:15 PM

Mia & Codie

Codie goes shopping to pick fruit for Otis; Codie learns to collect and play sounds; Codie uses code to jump into puddles.

1h
12:30 PM

The Reading League's Reading Buddies

Exploring the ou vowel team; Fancy Shmancy Word of the Day: outstanding; Heart Word: should; Marty wins the "Most Outstanding Pumpkin" award.

1h
1:00 PM

Let's Learn

Learning about plants; reading "Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt"; making leaf rubbings; stopping to smell the roses.

1h
2:00 PM

Into the Outdoors

Exploring the history and identity of wolves; environmental experts talk about how wolves live in different ecosystems; the cultural significance of wolves to the Ojibwe tribe.

1h
2:30 PM

Curious Crew

The science of bowling; designing bowling shoe soles; professional coach and bowler Aleta Sill.

1h
3:00 PM

DIY Science Time

A field trip to Ohio Caverns to see stalactite and stalagmite formations; making geodes and rock candies.

1h
3:30 PM

Biz Kid$

Sales training and techniques; traits common to all good salespeople.

1h
4:00 PM

Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Television

Christopher Kimball demonstrates a bolder yet simpler way of preparing food.

1h
4:30 PM

Christina Cooks: Back to the Cutting Board

Wise guy chili; brown rice and millet croquettes; cannoli napoleon; whole-grains; ways that sugar is hidden in products; snack ideas.

1h
5:00 PM

TasteMAKERS

Hand-crafting bean-to-bar chocolate at Askinosie Chocolate, where the team helps to create economic opportunities for farmers through direct trade.

1h
5:30 PM

Samantha Brown's Places to Love

The revival of Christchurch, New Zealand, a city once devastated by an earthquake; the whimsical C1 Espresso shop; Akaroa Harbor and the Giant's House, a mosaic art collection utilizing porcelain; a local farm protects endangered Pohatu penguins.

1h
6:00 PM

Joseph Rosendo's Steppin' Out

A Thanksgiving celebration in Topanga, Calif.; Theatricum Botanicum; hiking Topanga Canyon State Park.

1h
6:30 PM

Curious Traveler

Exploring Lyon, France, including its ancient Roman origins on Fourvière Hill, the Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière and the Les Halles food market.

1h
7:00 PM

Garden Smart

A Christmas setting featuring more than two million lights.

1h
7:30 PM

Family Plot: Gardening in the Mid-South

Horticulture expert Dr. Chris Cooper and other experts share their garden wisdom and answer e-mails and letters about lawn and gardens.

1h
8:00 PM

Quilting Arts

Making an elegant quilted coat; creating a charming vase out of upcycled "fabric.".

1h
8:30 PM

Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting

Two quilts -- the springtime flutters and tulip tour -- feature unusually embellished quilt blocks: a satin-stitched hot air balloon and a butterfly with a ribbon body; adding trim to binding.

1h
9:00 PM

The Best of the Joy of Painting

Painting two landscape ovals, harmonized into one-piece on canvas.

1h
9:30 PM

Indiana Week in Review

Debate and discussion on issues facing Indiana.

1h
10:00 PM

Burt Wolf: Travels & Traditions

Exploring what can be done to protect both the right to speak and the right to hear; how companies can ensure that open communication remains a cornerstone of democracy.

1h
10:30 PM

Burt Wolf: Travels & Traditions

How the history of Miami was shaped by its geography, climate and immigrant groups; six popular restaurants, including Joe's Stone Crab.

1h
11:00 PM

Modern Pioneering With Georgia Pellegrini

Exploring the idea of "uncultivation" in the orchards of upstate New York, from regenerative apple growing to slow-crafted cider and brandy.

1h
11:30 PM

50 States of Sustainability

Tiger 21 comprises entrepreneurs focused on investing in early stage startups working on climate change solutions; CORR uses recycled oyster and clamshells to help rebuild oyster populations in Long Island Sound.

1h
12:00 AM

Condor Canyon

Traveler, a California condor, survives lead poisoning while her mate, Shadow, raises their chick; narrator Catherine Cavadini.

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WVUT-DT is a public television station broadcasting to viewers in southwestern Indiana and eastern Illinois. Operating as a PBS member station licensed to Vincennes, Indiana, the channel provides educational content, local public affairs, documentary series, and children's programming. This TV guide provides an overview of how to find current broadcast schedules, explore local programs, and plan your viewing for today, tonight, and upcoming broadcasts.

WVUT-DT PBS Channel Overview

WVUT-DT is owned and operated by Vincennes University. As part of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) network, the station serves local communities across the Wabash Valley region. In addition to primary PBS network programming, WVUT-DT produces local content focused on regional news, public affairs, and collegiate events from Vincennes University.

  • Station Call Letters: WVUT-DT
  • Network Affiliation: PBS (Public Broadcasting Service)
  • Licensee: Vincennes University
  • City of License: Vincennes, Indiana
  • Main Coverage Area: Southwestern Indiana and Eastern Illinois

WVUT-DT TV Guide and Daily Listings

Using a reliable tv guide helps viewers stay informed about daily programming on WVUT-DT. Because PBS member stations combine national network feeds with locally produced shows, broadcast schedules vary throughout the day. Typical daily schedule blocks include:

  • Morning & Early Afternoon: Educational children's programming from PBS KIDS, alongside instructional and regional public media programs.
  • Late Afternoon: How-to shows, cooking programs, lifestyle series, and local community feature segments.
  • Evening & Primetime: In-depth news broadcasts, investigative journalism, nature documentaries, drama series, and public television specials.
  • Late Night: Encore presentations of primetime programming, music performance shows, and international news reports.

Checking TV Guide Listings for Tonight on WVUT-DT

When searching for tv guide listings for tonight on WVUT-DT, viewers should note that primetime blocks generally begin in the early evening. Evening programming on PBS stations often features flagship public television series, including national news programs, historical documentaries, and drama broadcasts.

To confirm exact start times for tonight's schedule, consider the following steps:

  1. Check local electronic program guides (EPG) built into your digital television or receiver.
  2. Verify broadcast details with your cable, satellite, or over-the-air tuner listings.
  3. Cross-reference schedule listings with local time zone settings to ensure accurate start times.

Programming Categories on WVUT-DT

WVUT-DT offers a variety of content categories designed for viewers of all ages within the broadcast area:

Children's Educational Content

During morning and daytime hours, the station broadcasts PBS KIDS series focused on early childhood literacy, science, mathematics, and social-emotional development.

News and Public Affairs

WVUT-DT carries national public news broadcasts alongside locally focused public affairs coverage examining community issues in southwestern Indiana.

Documentaries and History

Primetime hours often feature science, history, and nature documentary series, providing non-commercial educational content.

Arts, Performance, and Culture

Weekend and evening slots frequently include performing arts broadcasts, musical concerts, theatrical presentations, and cultural explorations.

How to Use the WVUT-DT TV Schedule

Navigating broadcast listings effectively helps ensure you do not miss scheduled programs or special presentations:

  1. Select the Date: Determine whether you are looking for today's schedule, tonight's lineup, or an upcoming date.
  2. Review the Time Slot: Confirm whether a program is airing in the morning, afternoon, or primetime evening block.
  3. Note Episode Details: Look for episode titles or descriptions to distinguish between new broadcasts and rebroadcasts.
  4. Account for Time Zone Differences: WVUT-DT operates in the Eastern Time Zone (ET). Viewers in adjacent Central Time Zone (CT) regions should adjust broadcast times accordingly.

Viewing Options and Reception Information

WVUT-DT is available to viewers across its coverage area through several delivery methods:

  • Over-the-Air (OTA) Digital Television: Available via antenna tuned to the station's digital broadcast frequency in the Vincennes market.
  • Cable Television: Carried on local cable systems across southwestern Indiana and eastern Illinois.
  • Satellite Providers: Available on regional lineups through major satellite television providers where local station coverage applies.

Broadcast signal reception and cable channel placement depend on your specific geographic location and service provider.

Schedule Variability and Regional Adjustments

Broadcast listings may occasionally change due to live public broadcasts, local pledge drives, special university programming, or breaking news events. Programming times can vary by date, region, and provider. Check the latest listings for the most current schedule prior to broadcast time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is WVUT-DT?

WVUT-DT is a PBS member public television station licensed to Vincennes, Indiana, and operated by Vincennes University, serving viewers in southwestern Indiana and eastern Illinois.

How can I find out what is on WVUT-DT tonight?

You can check tonight's lineup by reviewing your local onscreen TV guide, checking local cable or satellite channel listings, or consulting the station's published schedule.

Does WVUT-DT show PBS KIDS programs?

Yes, WVUT-DT carries educational PBS KIDS programming, typically scheduled during morning and daytime broadcast hours.

Why might WVUT-DT program times vary?

Schedules may shift due to special broadcast events, university programming, live public coverage, or differences between Eastern and Central time zones in the viewing region.

Is WVUT-DT available over the air?

Yes, WVUT-DT broadcasts a digital television signal that can be received with a standard television antenna within its broadcast coverage area.