| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type |
|---|
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | NBC | |
| Nielsen DMA | Knoxille | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.wbir.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 4.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream | 168.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671: | 4.0 |
| Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main Yes No program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (1 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Shelldon |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 10:30 a.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 6 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Shy shellfish Shelldon lives with his family, including younger siblings Click and Clack, in the underwater community of Shell Land. In his spare time, Shelldon likes to help out at the Charming Clam, an inn run by his family. Despite their best efforts to avoid it, trouble has a way of finding Shelldon and his friends, including best friend Herman. Shelldon must use honesty, teamwork and ingenuity to help himself get out of outlandish situations. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Shelldon |
| List date and time rescheduled | Sun., 6/10/2012, 2:30 p.m. |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2012-06-09 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Whatever |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Monday-Friday 12:00 p.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 14 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Aired on 10.2, the "Whatever" show's educational objective is to provide information relative to teenagers and provide a forum for teenagers to express themselves from an honest teen perspective. The "Whatever" show is an informational show for teenagers covering a wide range of topics such as teen issues, entertainment, health, music and activities. Teen reporters for the "Whatever" show suggest story ideas, conduct interviews and make "Whatever" a real show for and by teenagers. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Janna's Into the Wild |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday, 11:30 a.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Jack Hanna's Into the Wild invites viewers to remote and wild locations around the world. America's most beloved animal adventurer provides insight into the protection and conservation of some of our planet's most precious and endangered species. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Janna's Into the Wild |
| List date and time rescheduled | Sun., 6/10/2012, 3:00 p.m. |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2012-06-10 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Whatever |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 8:00 a.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 14 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Aired on 10.2, the "Whatever" show's educational objective is to provide information relative to teenagers and provide a forum for teenagers to express themselves from an honest teen perspective. The "Whatever" show is an informational show for teenagers covering a wide range of topics such as teen issues, entertainment, health, music and activities. Teen reporters for the "Whatever" show suggest story ideas, conduct interviews and make "Whatever" a real show for and by teenagers. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Willa's Wild Life |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 12:00 p.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 6 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | From the Creator of Oswald, Willa's Wild Life is an enchanting series about a little girl's unique home life that is sure to keep you in stitches and warm your heart. Willa's Wild Life follows the adventures of a Willa, an unforgettable little girl who, like a young Lucy in I Love Lucy, finds herself in comic predicaments that only seem to escalate as she fumbles through solutions. But thanks to her loving and patient father, and her entire extended family of personality rich zoo animals, Willa manages to overcome her obstacles, learn a little something, and have a great time along the way. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Willa's Wild Life |
| List date and time rescheduled | Sat., 6/2/2012, 9:00 a.m. |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2012-06-02 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Whatever |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 8:30 a.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 14 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Aired on 10.2, the "Whatever" show's educational objective is to provide information relative to teenagers and provide a forum for teenagers to express themselves from an honest teen perspective. The "Whatever" show is an informational show for teenagers covering a wide range of topics such as teen issues, entertainment, health, music and activities. Teen reporters for the "Whatever" show suggest story ideas, conduct interviews and make "Whatever" a real show for and by teenagers. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Pearlie |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 12:30 p.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 6 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | It's magic in the city with Pearlie the park fairy! Pearlie is an animated comedy about a fashionable young urban fairy in charge of Jubilee Park. While doing her job, Pearlie must keep out of sight as the one rule for all magical creatures is they can't be seen by humans. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Pearlie |
| List date and time rescheduled | 6/2/2012, 9:30 a.m. |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2012-06-02 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Zula Patrol |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 10:00 a.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 6 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Move over George Jetson! The 21st Century's newest space team, The Zula Patrol, has arrived. Stalwart Captain Bula, brainiac Professor Multo, feisty hot-doggin' space pilot Zeeter, the amazing space pet Gorga, and twin flying companions Wizzy & Wigg are the lovably wacky characters who will take our pre-Kindergarten through 2nd graders on a roller coaster fun ride across the Universe - and teach them critical facts about science and astronomy in the process. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | The Zula Patrol |
| List date and time rescheduled | Sun., 6/10/2012, 2:00 p.m. |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2012-06-09 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jane and the Dragon |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 11:00 a.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 6 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Set in medieval times, "Jane and the Dragon" is an animated show about a middle class, thirteen-year-old girl named Jane who is raised in the Royal Court as a Knight-in-Training. With a giant green Dragon as her best friend, Jane experiences challenges that test her skills and demonstrate her strength in character, as a Knight of the King's Guard. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Jane and the Dragon |
| List date and time rescheduled | Sun., 6/17/2012, 12:30 p.m. |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2012-06-09 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Babar |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 11:30 a.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 6 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Based on the books by Laurent de Brunhoff, "Babar" is an animated show about a young orphaned elephant who finds the strength to rise above the challenges he faces as he journeys through life. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Babar |
| List date and time rescheduled | Sun., 6/17/2012, 1:00 p.m. |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2012-06-09 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? | Yes |
| Name of children's programming liaison | Kathy Woodson |
| Address | 1513 Bill Williams Avenue |
| City | Knoxville |
| State | TN |
| Zip | 37917 |
| Telephone Number | 865-544-3213 |
| Email Address | kwoodson@wbir.com |
| Include any other comments or information you want the Commission to consider in evaluating your compliance with the Children's Television Act (or use this space for supplemental explanations). This may include information on any other noncore educational and informational programming that you aired this quarter or plan to air during the next quarter, or any existing or proposed non-broadcast efforts that will enhance the educational and informational value of such programming to children. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671, NOTES 2 and 3. | On 5/5/2012 Pearlie aired at 9:30 a.m. due to the NBC's coverage of the NHL Semi-Finals game beginning at 12:30 p.m. On 6/2/2012 Willa's Wild Life and Pearlie aired at 10:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. due to the NBC coverage of the French Open Tennis beginning at 12:00 p.m. On 6/9/2012 The Zula Patrol, Shelldon, Jane and the Dragon and Babar were preempted due to the NBC coverage of the French Open Tennis. On 6/10/2012 Jack Hanna's Into the Wild was preempted due to NBC's coverage of the French Open Tennis |
| Other Matters (1 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Whatever |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 8:30 a.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 14 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Aired on 10.2, the "Whatever" show's educational objective is to provide information relative to teenagers and provide a forum for teenagers to express themselves from an honest teen perspective. The "Whatever" show is an informational show for teenagers covering a wide range of topics such as teen issues, entertainment, health, music and activities. Teen reporters for the "Whatever" show suggest story ideas, conduct interviews and make "Whatever" a real show for and by teenagers. |
| Other Matters (2 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Noodle and Doodle |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 10:00 a.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | All aboard the Noodle and Doodle Bus! Craft, cook, and play with Sean, Noodle and Doodle! Have fun learning to cook new and exciting recipes! Then, using recycled materials from the recipe, make fun and exciting crafts for you and your child. Join Doggity and friends as they cook up another special treat! |
| Other Matters (3 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Pajanimals |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 10:30 a.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Meet the Pajanimals - CowBella, Apollo, Sweetpea Sue, and Squacky - four snuggly friends who go on fun adventures and sing sweet night time songs to their preschool friends at home. |
| Other Matters (4 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Whatever |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Monday thru Friday, 12:00 p.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 14 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Aired on 10.2, the "Whatever" show's educational objective is to provide information relative to teenagers and provide a forum for teenagers to express themselves from an honest teen perspective. The "Whatever" show is an informational show for teenagers covering a wide range of topics such as teen issues, entertainment, health, music and activities. Teen reporters for the "Whatever" show suggest story ideas, conduct interviews and make "Whatever" a real show for and by teenagers. |
| Other Matters (5 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Lazy Town |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 12:00 p.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The citizens of Lazytown learn the importance of things like eating right and exercising from the ultra-athletic superhero, Sportucus, who must stop the evil plots of Robbie Rotten, who hates physical activity, among other things. |
| Other Matters (6 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Poppy Cat |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 11:00 a.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Join Poppy Cat and her friends as they embark on extraordinary adventures through fantastical lands. See through the eyes of Poppy's imaginative young owner, a little girl named Lara, each episode tells the tale of a very special cat and her colorful band of friends. |
| Other Matters (7 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Justin Time |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 11:30 a.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | It's time for an adventure! Watch Justin and his pals, Olive and Squidgy, as they become stars in the biggest stories of all time, told from every corner of the world! |
| Other Matters (8 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Wiggles |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 12:30 p.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Join the Wiggles as they sing and dance to your favorite songs with their friends Dorothy the Dinosaur, Wags the Dog, Captain Feathersword and Henry the Octopus. |
| Other Matters (9 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Into the Wild |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday, 11:30 a.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Jack Hanna's Into the Wild invites viewers to remote and wild locations around the world. America's most beloved animal adventurer provides insight into the protection and conservation of some of our planet's most precious and endangered species. |
| Other Matters (10 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Whatever |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 8:00 a.m. |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 14 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Aired on 10.2, the "Whatever" show's educational objective is to provide information relative to teenagers and provide a forum for teenagers to express themselves from an honest teen perspective. The "Whatever" show is an informational show for teenagers covering a wide range of topics such as teen issues, entertainment, health, music and activities. Teen reporters for the "Whatever" show suggest story ideas, conduct interviews and make "Whatever" a real show for and by teenagers. |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
The undersigned certifies that he or she is (a) the party filing the Children's Television Programming, or an officer, director, member, partner, trustee, authorized employee, or other individual or duly elected or appointed official who is authorized to sign on behalf of the party filing the Children's Television Programming; or (b) an attorney qualified to practice before the Commission under 47 C.F.R. Section 1.23(a), who is authorized to represent the party filing the Children's Television Programming, and who further certifies that he or she has read the document; that to the best of his or her knowledge, information,and belief there is good ground to support it; and that it is not interposed for delay. FAILURE TO SIGN THIS APPLICATION MAY RESULT IN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION AND FORFEITURE OF ANY FEES PAID Upon grant of this application, the Authorization Holder may be subject to certain construction or coverage requirements. Failure to meet the construction or coverage requirements will result in automatic cancellation of the Authorization. Consult appropriate FCC regulations to determine the construction or coverage requirements that apply to the type of Authorization requested in this application. WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM OR ANY ATTACHMENTS ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. Code, Title 18, §1001) AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION AUTHORIZATION (U.S. Code, Title 47, §312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. Code, Title 47, §503). |
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