| Section | Question | Response |
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| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | No |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
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COWLES MONTANA MEDIA COMPANY Doing Business As: COWLES MONTANA MEDIA COMPANY |
Director of Engineering 1201 W. Sprague Ave. SPOKANE, WA 99201 United States |
+1 (509) 448-6000 |
KHQinc@khq.com |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Paul CARYL Director of Engineering Cowles Montana Media Company |
Chief Engineer PO Box 600 Spokane, WA 99210 United States |
+1 (509) 448-6000 |
khq.inc@khq.com |
Technical Representative |
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David PAWLIK , ESQ . David H. Pawlik |
1513 Defoe Street Rockville, MD 20850 United States |
+1 (301) 340-3329 |
Dave@dhpawlik.com |
Legal Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | NBC | |
| Nielsen DMA | Billings | |
| Web Home Page Address | http://www.kulr8.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 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal rescue |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursday 11:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| 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 | 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 is a weekly half hour reality series showcasing spectacular rescues of all types of animals. The series focuses on the dedicated people around the world who help sick, injured or abused animals. The program also instructs children on the proper care of animals and provides safety tips on how to care for all kinds of creatures in the animal kingdom. The show is aimed at children and families who want to learn about animal treatment, care and protection. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Sports Stars of Tomorrow |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesday 11:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Sports Stars of Tomorrow is fully FCC e/i compliant, for teen viewers 13 to 16. It provides the information and examples of how their teenage contemporaries, can and are achieving positive things thru the disciplines and dedication experienced in sports, thru team and individual competition. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Missing |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Monday 11:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| 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. | "Missing" is a weekly half-hour educational/informational series focusing on actual cases of missing persons. The series, which is appropriate for family viewing and children ages 13-16 in particular, provides information and descriptions of missing children, including endangered runaways as well as victims of abductions. The show also presents peer-to-peer advice on safety in public places and in cyber space, including real-world examples of how to avoid potentially dangerous situations. The program emphasizes taking active responsibility for personal safety and promotes situational awareness, presented in a calm and non-threatening manner suited for teenagers. "Missing" is closed-captioned for the hearing impaired and displays the "E/I" icon throughout the broadcast. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Missing |
| List date and time rescheduled | 06/01/2016 12:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-05-30 |
| Episode # | M-913 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Floogals |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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. | Floogals is an animates 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 spake for human), the Floogals have a lot of work on their hands. They are engaged in the dual process 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 into the Hooman universe. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Floogals |
| List date and time rescheduled | 06/11/2016 11:00 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 | 2016-06-04 |
| Episode # | EFGL101DH |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Nina's World |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:30AM |
| 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. | Nina's World is an animated show based on a six-year-old Latina, who lives in San Antonio, Texas with her parents, who own the local bakery, and her grandmother. Her Uncle Javier lives nearby and there are lots of different children and adults from several different cultures in the apartment complex and neighborhood where she lives. Nina's best friend is Star, a stuffed starfish pillow character brought to live by Nina's imagination. Each episode features Nina taking on a challenge, solving problems, or finding a way to help others. She is very confident about her abilities, which sometimes gets her in trouble. However, with encouragement and chiding from Abuela, Nina learns how to plan her work, take responsibility for her actions, and correct her mistakes. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Think Big |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesday 11:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Think Big features top kid inventors who face off against each other in an Invent-Off to see who can come up with the most innovative and creative invention. Each episode is set in the Think Tank, a studio filled top to bottom with art supplies and construction materials. Two teams, each led by a Featured Inventor, brainstorm, choose materials, and then sketch, design and build their idea. Once completed, the competing inventions are presented to a judge. The best invention wins bragging rights and the coveted Genius Cup. In Think Big, kids acquire and showcase their skills in creativity, science,innovation, marketing, design and teamwork. May the brightest mind win! Think Big is a kid-hosted entertaining series for young people following the world's most innovative kids as they create and invent new toys, games, learning tools, websites and new modes of transportation. Some even start their own companies! |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Noodle and Doodle |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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. | Noodle and Doodle, an instructional series, features creative expression through art and cooking projects around a specific theme. Host, Sean, drives around in a double-decker bus fully equipped with art supplies and a kitchen, ready for any assignment. The projects encourage parent engagement and often feature families working together to make something to display within the child's home. Sean's side-kick, Doggity, is an ever-faithful beagle who transforms into an animated character during interstitial trips to a parallel universe, set in a kitchen full of prank-playing animated characters. The art projects typically promote utilizing recycled materials in order to demonstrate that creativity can transform something intended for one purpose into something that achieves a completely different goal. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Noodle & Doodle |
| List date and time rescheduled | 06/05/2016 04:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-06-04 |
| Episode # | ENADR110DH |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Biz Kids |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursday 11:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Biz Kids is a weekly half-hour series focusing on financial literacy and entrepreneurship for teens, targeting 13 to 16-year-olds. Using a mix of strong financial education tools, dynamic sketch comedy, and inspiring true stories of young entrepreneurs, Biz Kids provides important information for future success. Each episode features math, language arts, and social studies as well as teaching teens about money and business. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Astroblast |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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, based on a book series by author and illustrator Bob Kolar, is set on a space station in an unknown solar system. Five animal characters and one three-eyed octopus of unknown derivation populate the station. Each episode begins with an everyday conversation or incident that grows into a predicament needing a solution. While these predicaments take place in a fantasy environment, the issues and resolutions resonate for a preschool audience. Through comedy and zippy action, our target audience sees how the characters learn lessons for practical living such as how to keep track of things that belong to you, practice good habits, clean up when you've made a mess, rebound from a failure or an embarrassing incident, or resist the urge to blame others for your mistakes. |
| 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 | 06/11/2016 11:30 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 | 2016-06-04 |
| Episode # | EATBR123DH |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Friday 11:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 2 |
| 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. | "Dog Tales" serves the educational and informational needs of children 13-16 years of age with its program content, including dog safety and care tips, as well as lessons on the responsibility of owning a dog. The show also provides informative segments on various dog breeds and showcases various veterinary experts explaining different issues affecting canines. The weekly series also includes recommended reading lists about dogs, and promotes children's writing and creative skills with essay and art contests. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Dog Tales |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/10/2016 12:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-05-06 |
| Episode # | DT-1010 |
| Reason for Preemption | Public Interest |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Dog Tales |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/31/2016 12:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-05-27 |
| Episode # | DT-1013 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Chica Show |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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 Chica Show features a five-year old "baby" chick that spends her days with her parents in their costume shop, the Coop. The shop's employee, Kelly, doubles as Chica's nanny and the ensemble is rounded out with Bunji, a large floppy eared rabbit, and Stitches, a straw mannequin that sits in the window. In each episode Chica develops or encounters a problem that she cannot immediately resolve. Usually her issues involve impulse control, distractibility, judgement, and inter-personal behaviors. She and Kelly usually work on the problem through an adventure-a fantasy transformation to animation-where Bunji and Stitches come alive and join Chica and Kelly for the problem solving process. The core educational content is primarily socio-emotional development as Chica learns how to express herself properly, think before she acts, and interact with others effectively.e She often learns that it takes hard work and practice to become proficient at different skills. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | The Chica Show |
| List date and time rescheduled | 06/04/2016 04:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-06-04 |
| Episode # | ETCSR110DH |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ruff Ruff, Tweet and Dave |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:00AM |
| 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. | Ruff Ruff, Tweet and Dave is an animated show that puts an emphasis on logical thinking and use of language through fun problem solving adventures. The trio is guided by Hatty, an erudite hamster who wears a hat full of questions. The three characters agree that they would like to take a particular adventure and rev up their Roly-pods, enter the Spin-Again transport vehicle and arrive at their destination. Once there, Hatty challenges them to make decisions and choose options that will lead to success or failure with their quest. once their mission is complete, they review their effort, assemble the Roly-Pods and head home. Their adventures are varied. They might go climb a mountain, design their own fairy-tale, or build a sand castle. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Real Winning Edge |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Friday 11:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 2 |
| 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. | The Real Winning Edge is a weekly half-hour television series that meets the educational and informational objectives of the FCC's Children's Programming requirements for children ages 13-16. The program highlights adolescents and young adults making the right choices when faced with tough decisions and significant challenges. Recognizing that 13 to 16-year-olds are likely to be influenced by celebrities, the series features role models from the professional sports and the entertainment industries. Each episode is engaging, entertaining and educational in structure, presenting a powerful and positive message. The Real Winning Edge TV" is closed captioned for the hearing impaired and displays the "E/I" icon throughout the broadcast. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | The Real Winning Edge |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/31/2016 12:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-05-27 |
| Episode # | WE-713 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | The Real Winning Edge |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/10/2016 12:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-05-06 |
| Episode # | WE-710 |
| Reason for Preemption | Public Interest |
| 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 | Diane Bilger |
| Address | 1201 W Sprague Ave |
| City | Spokane |
| State | WA |
| Zip | 99201 |
| Telephone Number | (509) 448-4628 |
| Email Address | diane.bilger@khq.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 6/04/2016 Nina's World and Ruff Ruff Tweet & Dave were preempted due to the French Open Tennis tournament. They were then rescheduled to air in their second homes on 06/12/2016 at 10:00AM and 10:30AM respectively. However, they were preempted again due to breaking news following the Orlando Night Club massacre. On 5/06 Dog Tales and The Real Winning Edge were preempted and moved to their second home on Tuesday 5/10 for public interest (as reported under Digital Core Programming Summary). The Public Interest programming was the funeral of Senator Conrad Burns. |
| Other Matters (1 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Floogals |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| 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 animates 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 spake for human), the Floogals have a lot of work on their hands. They are engaged in the dual process 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 into the Hooman universe. |
| Other Matters (2 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Friday 11:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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. | "Dog Tales" is a weekly half-hour educational/informational series showcasing all aspects of the canine world. The series, which is appropriate for family viewing and children ages 13-16 in particular, offering useful information on all kinds of dogs and the people who love them. The program also instructs young viewers on the proper care of pets and provides safety, health and training tips that are useful for all kinds of dogs. In addition to showcasing skilled and compassionate individuals helping dogs and dogs assisting people, the program emphasizes responsible pet ownership, compassion for all living creatures and promotes strong personal and community values, all in a manner that is as entertaining as it is informative. This Program will air on secondary channel 8.2. |
| Other Matters (3 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Think Big |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesday 11:00AM |
| 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. | "Think Big" features top kid inventors who face off against each other in an Invent-Off to see who can come up with the most innovative and creative invention. Each episode is set in the Think Tank, a studio filled top to bottom with art supplies and construction materials. Two teams, each led by a Featured Inventor, brainstorm, choose materials, and then sketch, design and build their idea. Once completed, the competing inventions are presented to a judge. The best invention wins bragging rights and the coveted Genius Cup. In Think Big, kids acquire and showcase their skills in creativity, science, innovation, marketing, design and teamwork. May the brightest mind win! Think Big is a kid-hosted entertaining series for young people following the world's most innovative kids as they create and invent new toys, games, learning tools, websites and new modes of transportation. Some even start their own companies! E/I, age 13-16. This Program will air on secondary channel 8.2 |
| Other Matters (4 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ruff Ruff, Tweet & Dave |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| 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 and Dave is an animated show that puts an emphasis on logical thinking and use of language through fun problem solving adventures. The trio, RRTD, is guided by Hatty, an erudite hamster who wears a hat full of questions. The three characters agree that they would like to take a particular adventure and rev up their Roly-pods, enter the Spin-Again transport vehicle and arrive at their destination. Once there, Hatty challenges them to make decisions and choose options that will lead to success or failure with their quest. Once their mission is complete, they review their effort, assemble the Roly-Pods and head home. Their adventures are varied. They might go climb a mountain, design their own fairy tale, or build a sand castle. This Program will air on the main digital channel 8.1 |
| Other Matters (5 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Chica Show |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:00AM |
| 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. | The Chica Show features a five year old "baby" chic that spends her days with her parents in their costume shop, the Coop. The shop's one employee, Kelly, doubles as Chica's nanny and the ensemble is rounded out with Bunji, a large floppy eared rabbit, Stitches, a straw mannequin that sits int he window. In each episode Chica develops or encounters a problem that she cannot immediately resolve. Usually her issues involve impulse control, distractibility, judgement, and inter-personal behaviors. She and Kellly usually work on the problem through adventure-a fantasy transformation to animation-where Bunji and Stitches come alive and join Chica and Kelly for the problem solving process. The core educational content is primarily socio-emotional development as Chica learns how to express herself properly, think before she acts, and interact with others effectively. She often learns that it takes hard work and practice to become proficient at different skills. This Program will air on main digital channel 8.1. |
| Other Matters (6 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Rescue |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursday 11:30AM |
| 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. | Animal Rescue is a weekly half-hour educational/informational series showcasing spectacular rescues of all types of animals. The series, which is appropriate for family viewing, focuses on the dedicated people around the world who help sick, injured or abused animals. The program also instructs children on the proper care of animals and provides safety tips on how to care for all kinds of creatures in the animal kingdom. In addition to showcasing skilled and compassionate individuals helping animals and protecting the environment, the program emphasizes problem solving and teamwork, promoting strong personal and community values. This Program will air on secondary channel 8.2. |
| Other Matters (7 of 17) | Response |
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| Program Title | The Real Winning Edge |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Friday 11:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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. | The Real Winning Edge is a weekly half-hour television series that meets the educational and informational objectives of the FCC's Children's Programming requirements for children ages 13-16. The program highlights adolescents and young adults making the right choices when faced with tough decisions and significant challenges. Recognizing that 13 to 16-year-olds are likely to be influenced by celebrities, the series features role models from the professional sports and the entertainment industries. Each episode is engaging, entertaining and educational in structure, presenting a powerful and positive message. This Program will air on secondary channel 8.2 |
| Other Matters (8 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Nina's World |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| 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 is an animated show based on a sid-year-old Latina, who lives in San Antonio, Texas with her parents, who own the local bakery, and her grandmother. Her Uncle Javier lives nearby and there are lots of different children and adults from several different cultures in the apartment complex and neighborhood where she lives. Nina's best friend is Star, a stuffed starfish pillow character brought to live by Nina's imagination. Each episode features Nina taking on a challenge, solving problems, or finding a way to help others. She is very confident about her abilities, which sometimes gets her in trouble. However, with encouragement and chiding from Abuela, Nina learns how to plan her work, take responsibility for her actions, and correct her mistakes. This show will air on channel 8.1 |
| Other Matters (9 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Floogals |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| 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 spake for human), the Floogals have a lot of work on their hands. They are engaged in the dual process 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 into the Hooman universe. |
| Other Matters (10 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ruff Ruff, Tweet & Dave |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| 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 and Dave is an animated show that puts an emphasis on logical thinking and use of language through fun problem solving adventures. The trio, RRTD, is guided by Hatty, an erudite hamster who wears a hat full of questions. The three characters agree that they would like to take a particular adventure and rev up their Roly-pods, enter the Spin-Again transport vehicle and arrive at their destination. Once there, Hatty challenges them to make decisions and choose options that will lead to success or failure with their quest. Once their mission is complete, they review their effort, assemble the Roly-Pods and head home. Their adventures are varied. They might go climb a mountain, design their own fairy tale, or build a sand castle. This Program will air on the main digital channel 8.1 |
| Other Matters (11 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Noodle and Doodle |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:30AM |
| 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. | Noodle and Doodle, an instructional series, features creative expression through art and cooking projects around a specific theme. Host, Sean, drives around in a double-decker bus fully equipped with art supplies and a kitchen, ready for any assignment. The projects encourage parent engagement and often feature families working together to make something to display within the child's home. Sean's side-kick, Doggity, is an ever-faithful beagle who transforms to an animated character during interstitial trips to a parallel universe, set in a kitchen full of prank-playing animated characters. The art projects typically promote utilizing recycled materials in order to demonstrate that creativity can transform something intended for one purpose into something that achieves a completely different goal. This Program will air on the main digital channel 8.1 |
| Other Matters (12 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Terrific Trucks |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| 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. | Terrific Trucks is a live-action series that follows the exploits of five self-driving, heavy-duty construction trucks. They include Tork, the dump truck, Stotz, the flatbed, Dug, the digger, Blinker, the mini-digger, and Sparky, the front-end loader. The trucks reside in a fully equipped truck yard/rock quarry and work as a team on various building projects that require planning, collaboration and implementation. Each truck brings specific skills to the group. They get challenging job assignments from Mr. Bill Board, a digital outdoor screen that outlines and diagrams the problem to be solved. By allocating the role each truck will perform during the project, the group merges those unique skills to fulfill their respective assignments. Unexpected problems that could compromise their success-- such as the weather, broken truck parts, or personal conflicts between the trucks--- are addressed and overcome so the job can be completed |
| Other Matters (13 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Sports Stars of Tomorrow |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesday 11:00AM |
| 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. | Sports Stars of Tomorrow is fully FCC e/i compliant, for teen viewers 13 to 16. It provides the information and examples of how their teenage contemporaries, can and are achieving positive things thru the disciplines and dedication experienced in sports, thru team and individual competition. This Program will air on secondary channel 8.2. |
| Other Matters (14 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Astroblast |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| 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 is the space station and home of six animal characters in Bob Colar's book series of the same name. The space station is managed by an over-confident and exuberant commander, Comet the dog. The crew includes, Sputnik the pig, a very knowledgeable reader; Haley, a rabbit, Comet's true peer and an athlete; Radar, the monkey, who is somewhat self-involved, Jet, a silent alligator whose gestures and expressions are his mode of communication, and Sal, a congenial 3-eyed octopus who runs the counter in the Smoothie Shack, the space station cafe. While the space station supports the missions of a bizarre and diverse array of aliens, the Smoothie Shack is the hub of social interaction for the galaxy. There is always something happening at Astroblast! And everyone on the crew has plenty to learn to keep the community happy and on an even keel. This Program will air on the main digital channel 8.1 |
| Other Matters (15 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Missing |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Monday 11:00AM |
| 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. | "Missing" is a weekly half-hour educational/informational series focusing on actual cases of missing persons. The series, which is appropriate for family viewing and children ages 13-16 in particular, provides information and descriptions of missing children, including endangered runaways as well as victims of abductions. The show also presents peer-to-peer advice on safety in public places and in cyber space, including real-world examples of how to avoid potentially dangerous situations. The program emphasizes taking active responsibility for personal safety and promotes situational awareness, presented in a calm and non-threatening manner suited for teenagers. This Program will air on secondary channel 8.2 |
| Other Matters (16 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Biz Kids |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursday 11:00AM |
| 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. | Biz Kid$ is a weekly half-hour series focusing on financial literacy and entrepreneurship for teens, targeting 13 to 16-year-olds. Using a mix of strong financial education tools, dynamic sketch comedy, and inspiring true stories of young entrepreneurs, Biz Kid$ provides important information for future success. Each episode features math, language arts, and social studies as well as teaching teens about money and business. This Program will air on secondary channel 8.2 |
| Other Matters (17 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Nina's World |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| 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 is an animated show based on a sid-year-old Latina, who lives in San Antonio, Texas with her parents, who own the local bakery, and her grandmother. Her Uncle Javier lives nearby and there are lots of different children and adults from several different cultures in the apartment complex and neighborhood where she lives. Nina's best friend is Star, a stuffed starfish pillow character brought to live by Nina's imagination. Each episode features Nina taking on a challenge, solving problems, or finding a way to help others. She is very confident about her abilities, which sometimes gets her in trouble. However, with encouragement and chiding from Abuela, Nina learns how to plan her work, take responsibility for her actions, and correct her mistakes. This show will air on channel 8.1 |
| Question | Response |
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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. |
Diane Elizabeth Bilger Traffic Manager 07/06/2016 |
