| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | Yes |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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WHDH-TV Doing Business As: WHDH-TV |
GOVERNMENT CENTER 7 BULFINCH PLACE BOSTON, MA 02114 United States |
+1 (617) 725-0777 |
PMAGNES@WHDH.COM |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CHARLES R. NAFTALIN , ESQ. . HOLLAND & KNIGHT LLP |
800 17TH STREET N.W. SUITE 1100 WASHINGTON, DC 20006 United States |
+1 (202) 457-7040 |
CHARLES.NAFTALIN@HKLAW.COM |
Legal Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | NBC | |
| Nielsen DMA | Boston (Manchester) | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.whdh.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 3.0 |
| 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: | 3.0 |
| 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 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ruff Ruff Tweet and Dave |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 12Noon |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
| Total times aired | 8 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Ruff-Ruff, Tweet and Dave follows best friends Ruff-Ruff (an excitable puppy), Tweet (a loveable and thoughtful chick), and Dave (a unique blue panda) on a day of adventure, discovery and play. Each episode reveals a new adventure about making choices and encourages viewers to watch the show while accessing a companion interactive mobile app. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild About Animals (Digital Multicast Only, Ch. 7.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 10AM and 10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | 26 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| 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. | "Wild About Animals" is a reality science series hosted by animal rights activist and Emmy award winning actress Mariette Hartley. The program consists of four segments which make for a varied, fast paced program. Through the use of dramatic, stunning footage and an engaging and entertaining narrative, the show creates a general tone that is particularly effective in connecting to the target audience. From wild animals to house pets, the program touches on how animals play an important role in our lives. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Astroblast |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 12Noon |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 5 |
| Total times aired | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Astroblast follows the adventures of a crew of space animals who run the Astroblast Space Station--the coolest hangout in the galaxy. The team of animals who run it are the best of friends--Comet, Halley, Sputnik, Radar and Jet--all under the watchful eye of Sal the Octopus. But when you stick five friends with very different personalities in one place, things are bound to get messy. Through it all the Astroblast crew accept their differences, help one another, make new friends and discover that getting along is always out of this world. Every day brings a new adventure, big and small, whether it involves getting ready for a surprise birthday party for a Gremulon princess, dealing with demanding dairy-obsessed customers from the Milky Way, making peace between two spaceships of hungry space pirates, or helping a scary-looking but shy visitor make friends when no one will sit with him at lunch. The program is a Sprout original series, co-produced with Scholastic Media, and is inspired by the books of the same name. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Awesome Adventures (Digital Multicast Only, Ch. 7.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 11AM and 11:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | 26 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| 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. | "Awesome Adventures" is designed to educate, inform and entertain viewers about the world around them. Each journey is a lesson in the beauty of nature, its creatures, and the people who inhabit the land. The shows are not designed to be "preachy" or overly pedantic, but rather the goal is to make the learning fun. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Nina's World |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 11:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
| Total times aired | 8 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Nina's World tells the story of imaginative 6 year old Nina, based on the childhood of the beloved character Nina from Sprout's The Good Night Show. Nina invites you to join her and best friend, Star, on a day of fun within her vibrant and colorful neighborhood. Every day transforms into a new excursion around the neighborhood, celebrating family, community, diversity and wonder. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Clangers |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 1:00PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | 8 |
| Number of Preemptions | 7 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 7 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 7 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | A community of pinkish, pointy nosed, inquisitive and charming creatures, the Clangers love their family and speak in a funny language, inviting children to join in their wonder of the larger universe. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Clangers |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/26/2016 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-03-26 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Clangers |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/12/2016 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-03-12 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Clangers |
| List date and time rescheduled | 02/13/2016 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-02-13 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Clangers |
| List date and time rescheduled | 02/06/2016 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-02-06 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Clangers |
| List date and time rescheduled | 02/27/2016 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-02-27 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Clangers |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/19/2016 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-03-19 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Clangers |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/05/2016 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-03-05 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Whaddyado (Digital Multicast Only, Ch. 7.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 12Noon and 12:30PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | 26 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| 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. | "Whaddyado" exposes viewers to real life situations. The reenactments give the viewers the opportunity to develop important life saving skills. The program exposes the audience to perilous situations that have actually occurred, and then through interviews with participants and instructions from experts, the show demonstrates what the proper reaction should be. The program also includes a moral dilemma segment that includes an expert's analysis of the costs and benefits of various courses of action. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | LazyTown |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 7:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 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. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Earth to Luna |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 1:00PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 4 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | "Earth to Luna" follows the adventures of a little girl who's completely, undeniably and passionately into just one thing: science. For Luna, a six-year-old girl, the earth is a giant laboratory and she dives into every new experience with boundless energy and enthusiasm along with her little brother Jupiter and pet ferret Clive. What most of us ignore, Luna notices and cannot rest until she is able to answer the question, "Why is this happening?" There is nothing Luna won't do to find the answers to her scientific questions. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Earth to Luna |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/09/2016 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-01-09 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Earth to Luna |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/16/2016 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-01-16 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Earth to Luna |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/02/2016 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-01-02 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Earth to Luna |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/23/2016 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-01-23 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ruff Ruff Tweet & Dave |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 11:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 5 |
| Total times aired | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Ruff-Ruff, Tweet & Dave is Sprout's newest original series that follows best friends Ruff-Ruff (an excitable puppy), Tweet (a lovable and thoughtful chick), and Dave (a unique blue panda) on a day of adventure, discovery and play. Each episode will reveal a new adventure about making choices and encourages viewers to watch the show while accessing a companion interactive mobile app. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Nina's World |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 11AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 5 |
| Total times aired | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Nina's World tells the story of imaginative 6-year old Nina, based on the childhood of the beloved character Nina from Sprout's The Good Night Show. Nina invites you to join her and best friend, Star, on a day of fun within her vibrant and colorful neighborhood. Every day transforms into a new excursion around the neighborhood--celebrating family, community, diversity and wonder. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Astroblast |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 12:30PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 4 |
| Total times aired | 8 |
| Number of Preemptions | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 4 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Astroblast follows the adventures of a crew of space animals who run the Astroblast Space Station, the coolest hangout in the galaxy. The team of animals who run it are the best of friends, Comet, Halley, Sputnik, Radar and Jet, all under the watchful eye of Sal the Octopus. But when you stick five friends with very different personalities in one place, things are bound to get messy. Through it all the Astroblast crew accept their differences, help one another, make new friends and discover that getting along is always out of this world. Every day brings a new adventure, big and small, whether it involves getting ready for a surprise birthday part, dealing with demanding customers from the Milky Way, making peace between two spaceships of hungry space pirates, or helping a shy visitor make friends when no one will sit with him at lunch. The program is a Sprout original series, co-produced with Scholastic Media, and is inspired by the books of the same name. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Astroblast |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/12/2016 10:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-03-12 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Astroblast |
| List date and time rescheduled | 02/06/2016 10:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-02-06 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Astroblast |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/26/2016 10:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-03-26 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Astroblast |
| List date and time rescheduled | 02/27/2016 10:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-02-27 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Clangers |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 12:30PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions | 3 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 3 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 3 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | A community of pinkish, pointy-nosed, inquisitive and charming creatures, the Clangers love their family and speak in a funny whistle-ese, inviting children to join in their wonder of the larger universe. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Clangers |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/23/2016 10:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-01-23 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Clangers |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/16/2016 10:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-01-16 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Clangers |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/02/2016 10:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-01-02 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Floogals |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 11AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
| Total times aired | 8 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This program is an animated show starring three space aliens who have been sent to earth to explore, investigate and report their findings to their superiors. The diminutive creatures are no taller than a large safety pin and their visual perspective is literally the point of view of the show. With the multiple challenges of their size and ignorance of all things human, the aliens have a lot of work on their hands. They are engaged in the dual processes of discovery and problem solving as nothing on earth is familiar to them. Much like young children, they begin by encountering something new and then go through a comedic process of watching, listening and touching until they've figured out how their new discovery fits in the human universe. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (1 of 2) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Rescue |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Sundays, 3:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| 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. | Animal Rescue showcases spectacular rescues of all types of animals and focuses on the work of dedicated individuals who treat the various creatures of the animal kingdom. All stories are authentic and contain actual video of rescues. Series is "G" rated and is suitable for family viewing. |
| Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (2 of 2) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Rescue |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Sundays, 2:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: | 12 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| 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. | Animal Rescue showcases spectacular rescues of all types of animals and focuses on the work of dedicated individuals who treat the various creatures of the animal kingdom. All stories are authentic and contain actual video of rescues. Series is "G" rated and is suitable for family viewing. |
| Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|
| 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 | Joan McCready |
| Address | 7 Bulfinch Place |
| City | Boston |
| State | MA |
| Zip | 02114 |
| Telephone Number | (617) 725-0672 |
| Email Address | jmccready@whdh.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. | WHDH completed its DTV transition and terminated all analog operations by June 12, 2009. EXHIBIT - "A" -PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS: For a complete listing of public service announcements designed specifically for children, please refer to WHDH's on-line Public Inspection File. EXHIBIT "B" -NON-BROADCAST EFFORTS: The following events were publicized on the Kids' Calendar section of the station's website: Healthy Kids Festival at Boston Children's Museum; Museum of Fine Arts Wizard School Scavenger Hunt; The Big Apple Circus; Signs of Spring at Blue Hills Trailside Museum; Neverland Theatre's production of Charlotte's Web; Discovery Museum's Especially for Me Night for Children on the Autism Spectrum; Museum of Science's World of Underwater: The Reefs of Belize presentation; Museum of Science Health Fair: Our Changing Brain; Boston Symphony's Family Concert; MIT Museum's Science on Saturday program; Combined Jewish Philanthropies Unity through Challah; Boston Children's Museum's Dental Health Awareness presentation; Discovery Museum's Peep Science Adventures; Boston Children's Museum's Japanese New Year's Celebration. On March 30, a tour of the station's newsroom was provided for students from Cushing Academy. A 7News Meteorologist visited the following schools to teach about forecasting the weather: 1/22 at Charles Whitcomb School in Marlborough (2nd grade) 2/4 at Shore Country Day School in Beverly (kindergarten) 2/12: at Calvin Coolidge in Shrewsbury (2nd grade) 2/12 at Green Meadow Elementary (3rd Grade) 2/25 at Thoreau Elementary in Concord (4th grade) 2/25 at Willard Elementary in Concord (4th grade) 2/25 at Alcott Elementary in Concord (4th grade) 2/26 at Silver Hill Charter in Haverhill (5th grade) 2/26 at East Elementary in Hingham (4th grade) 3/4 at Walter J. Paton School in Shrewsbury (2nd grade) 3/11 at Beechwood Knoll Elementary in Quincy (3rd grade) 3/11 at Liberty Elementary in Braintree (2nd grade visit and 5th grade visit) 3/11 at Ross Elementary in Braintree (5th grade and 2nd grade visits) 3/28 at Mary E. Stapleton School in Framingham (2nd grade) |
| Other Matters (1 of 9) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild About Animals (Digital Multicast Only, Ch. 7.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 10 and 10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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. | "Wild About Animals" is a reality science series hosted by animal rights activist and Emmy award winning actress Mariette Hartley. The program consists of four segments which make for a varied, fast paced program. Through the use of dramatic, stunning footage and an engaging and entertaining narrative, the show creates a general tone that is particularly effective in connecting to the target audience. From wild animals to house pets, the program touches on how animals play an important role in our lives. |
| Other Matters (2 of 9) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Nina's World |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 11:30AM |
| 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. | Nina's World tells the story of imaginative 6-year old Nina, based on the childhood of the beloved character Nina from Sprout's The Good Night Show. Nina invites you to join her and best friend, Star, on a day of fun within her vibrant and colorful neighborhood. Every day transforms into a new excursion around the neighborhood--celebrating family, community, diversity and wonder. |
| Other Matters (3 of 9) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Noodle and Doodle |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 7:00AM |
| 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 (4 of 9) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Awesome Adventures (Digital Multicast Only, Ch. 7.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 11 and 11:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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. | "Awesome Adventures" is designed to educate, inform and entertain viewers about the world around them. Each journey is a lesson in the beauty of nature, its creatures, and the people who inhabit the land. The shows are not designed to be "preachy" or overly pedantic, but rather the goal is to make the learning fun. |
| Other Matters (5 of 9) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Whaddyadoo (Digital Multicast Only, Ch. 7.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 12Noon and 12:30PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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. | "Whaddyado" exposes viewers to real life situations. The reenactments give the viewers the opportunity to develop important life saving skills. The program exposes the audience to perilous situations that have actually occurred, and then through interviews with participants and instructions from experts, the show demonstrates what the proper reaction should be. The program also includes a moral dilemma segment that includes an expert's analysis of the costs and benefits of various courses of action. |
| Other Matters (6 of 9) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ruff Ruff Tweet & Dave |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 12Noon |
| 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. | Ruff-Ruff, Tweet & Dave is Sprout's newest original series that follows best friends Ruff-Ruff (an excitable puppy), Tweet (a lovable and thoughtful chick), and Dave (a unique blue panda) on a day of adventure, discovery and play. Each episode will reveal a new adventure about making choices and encourages viewers to watch the show while accessing a companion interactive mobile app. |
| Other Matters (7 of 9) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Chica Show |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 1:00PM |
| 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 doors of the Costume Coop are now open for business! Step into the Coop as Chica, Kelly and the singing and dancing duo of Mr. and Mrs. C. (also known as Chica's Mom and Dad) welcome you with open wings for fantastic adventures and dress-up fun. |
| Other Matters (8 of 9) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Floogals |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 11AM |
| 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. | Floogals is an animated show starring three space aliens--Fleeker, Flo and Boomer--who have been sent to earth to explore, investigate, discover and report their findings to their superiors at Floogal headquarters. The diminutive Floogals are no taller than a large safety pin and their visual perspective is literally the point of view of the show. With the multiple challenges of their size and ignorance of all things Hooman (that's Floogal-speak for human), the Floogals have a lot of work on their hands. They are engaged in the dual processes of discovery and problem solving as nothing on earth is familiar to them. Much like young children, they begin by encountering something new and then go through a comedic multi-step process of watching, listening, touching and note-taking until they've figured out what and how their new discovery fits in the Hooman universe. |
| Other Matters (9 of 9) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Astroblast |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 12:30PM |
| 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. | Astroblast follows the adventures of a crew of space animals who run the Astroblast Space Station--the coolest hangout in the galaxy. The team of animals who run it are the best of friends--Comet, Halley, Sputnik, Radar and Jet--all under the watchful eye of Sal the Octopus. But when you stick five friends with very different personalities in one place, things are bound to get messy. Through it all the Astroblast crew accept their differences, help one another, make new friends and discover that getting along is always out of this world. Every day brings a new adventure, big and small, whether it involves getting ready for a surprise birthday party for a Gremulon princess, dealing with demanding dairy-obsessed customers from the Milky Way, making peace between two spaceships of hungry space pirates, or helping a scary-looking but shy visitor make friends when no one will sit with him at lunch. The program is a Sprout original series, co-produced with Scholastic Media, and is inspired by the books of the same name. |
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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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| I certify that this application includes all required and relevant attachments. | Yes |
| I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above. |
Joan McCready Director of Programming & Community Services 04/06/2016 |
