| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | No |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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MEDIA GENERAL COMMUNICATIONS HOLDINGS, LLC Doing Business As: MEDIA GENERAL COMMUNICATIONS HOLDINGS, LLC |
Henry Gola 333 EAST FRANKLIN STREET RICHMOND, VA 23219 United States |
+1 (804) 887-5000 |
regulatoryaffairs@mediageneral.com |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Henry Gola Associate General Counsel Media General, Inc. |
Lisa Manning ONE WEST EXCHANGE STREET, SUITE 5A Providence, RI 02903 United States |
+1 (804) 887-5049 |
regulatoryaffairs@mediageneral.com |
Legal Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | NBC | |
| Nielsen DMA | Tampa-St. Pete (Sarasota) | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.wfla.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 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | FLOOGALS (WFLA 8.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS @ 10:30- 11 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 7 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 6 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 6 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 6 |
| 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 animated show starring three space aliens who have been sent to earth to explore, investigae, discover and report their findings to their superiors at Floogal headquarters. The diminutive Floogals are not taller than a large safety pin and their visual perspective is literally the point of view for the show. 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 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 | 09/03/2016 01:30 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 | 2016-08-13 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | FLOOGALS |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/09/2016 02:30 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 | 2016-07-16 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | FLOOGALS |
| List date and time rescheduled | 08/28/2016 12:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-08-06 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | FLOOGALS |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/02/2016 10:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-07-02 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | FLOOGALS |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/02/2016 01:30 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 | 2016-07-09 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | FLOOGALS |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/11/2016 11:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-08-20 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | TRAVEL THRU HISTORY (WFLA 8.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS @ 9-9:30 AM; 9:30-10AM |
| 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 | 7 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Travel Thru History is designed to spark interest and enthusiasm in teens and their families to learn about our country's rich and fascinating history. The series visits diverse locales across the U.S. from Las Vegas to Key West. |
| 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 | NOODLE & DOODLE (WFLA 8.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS @ 9:30 - 10 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 6 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| 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. | Noodle and Doodle is a live-action show hosted by Sean Roach that also blends animation and puppetry into the overall format. Sean drives a double-decker bus into various communities to meet children who have written to him with a problem that they would like to solve using an art and/or a food experience. Sean is accompanied by Noodle, a puppet character, Doodle, a digital character that lives inside a tablet computer, and Doggity, a faithful beagle. Doggity has a mini-show of his own through an animated alter ego that appears during diversionary segments set in a restaurant kitchen. The show demonstrates how recycled materials can become art and how food, art and problem solving can be combined to create a fun experience in everyday life. Every episode can be replicated at home with ease by parents and children playing together. |
| 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 | 07/03/2016 12:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-07-09 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | NOODLE & DOODLE |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/03/2016 12:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-09-03 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | NOODLE & DOODLE |
| List date and time rescheduled | 08/28/2016 02:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-08-06 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | NOODLE & DOODLE |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/04/2016 12:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-08-13 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | NOODLE & DOODLE |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/10/2016 03:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-07-16 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | NOODLE & DOODLE |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/11/2016 01:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-08-20 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | NOODLE & DOODLE |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/02/2016 12:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-07-02 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | MYSTERY HUNTERS (WFLA 8.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS @ 10-10:30AM; 10:30-11AM |
| 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. | Mystery Hunters is a excellent example of a children's program that is innovative and empowering. Through critical observation, analytical thinking, and scientific testing, the series encourages children to question the world around them. Through both the travel aspect and investigation of ancient myths and mysteries, there is a profound focus on history, culture, geography, and international customs. |
| 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 | THE CHICA SHOW (WFLA 8.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS @ 9-9:30 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 4 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 9 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 9 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 9 |
| 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 one 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. Chica's parents were formerly entertainers in the vaudeville tradition and they regale the audience with stories and songs from their theatrical past. They enjoy and indulge Chica, who sometimes acts younger than her age and gets into all kinds of predicaments. Kelly uses fantasy play to transform herself, Chica, Bunji, and Stitches into animated characters in another universe, who are struggling with a problem similar to the one Chica experienced in the Coop. Without fail, they find the problem can be solved and they carry that knowledge back to the Coop to use on another day. |
| 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 | 09/11/2016 01:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-08-20 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | THE CHICA SHOW |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/04/2016 12:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-08-13 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | THE CHICA SHOW |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/03/2016 12:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-07-09 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | THE CHICA SHOW |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/02/2016 12:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-07-02 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | THE CHICA SHOW |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/10/2016 02:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-07-16 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | THE CHICA SHOW |
| List date and time rescheduled | 08/28/2016 02:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-08-06 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | THE CHICA SHOW |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/03/2016 12:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-09-03 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | THE CHICA SHOW |
| List date and time rescheduled | 08/27/2016 12:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-08-27 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | THE CHICA SHOW |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/17/2016 12:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-09-17 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | RUFF RUFF TWEET & DAVE (WFLA 8.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS @ 11:30 AM - 12 NOON |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 6 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| 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. | 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. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | RUFF RUFF TWEET & DAVE |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/24/2016 11:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-07-30 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | RUFF RUFF TWEET & DAVE |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/11/2016 12:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | |
| Episode # | 08/20/2016 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | RUFF RUFF TWEET & DAVE |
| List date and time rescheduled | 08/28/2016 01:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-08-06 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | RUFF RUFF TWEET & DAVE |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/03/2016 11:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-07-09 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | RUFF RUFF TWEET & DAVE |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/10/2016 11:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-07-16 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | RUFF RUFF TWEET & DAVE |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/03/2016 02:30 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 | 2016-08-13 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | RUFF RUFF TWEET & DAVE |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/02/2016 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 | 2016-07-02 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | NINA'S WORLD (WFLA 8.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS @ 11 - 11:30 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 5 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 8 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 8 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 8 |
| 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 Latina, who lives in San Antonio, Texas wiht her parents, who own the local bakery, and her Abuela. Her Tio Javier lives nearby and there are lots of different children and adults from several different cultures in the aprartment complex and neighborhood where she lives. Each episodefeatures Nina taking on challenge, solving a problem, or finding a way to help others. She is very confident about her abilities, which sometimes gets her into trouble. However, with encouragement and chiding from Abuela, Nina learns about 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 |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | NINA'S WORLD |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/03/2016 11:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-07-09 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | NINA'S WORLD |
| List date and time rescheduled | 08/28/2016 01:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-08-06 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | NINA'S WORLD |
| List date and time rescheduled | 08/27/2016 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-08-27 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | NINA'S WORLD |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/11/2016 12:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-08-20 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | NINA'S WORLD |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/09/2016 03:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-07-16 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | NINA'S WORLD |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/02/2016 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-07-02 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | NINA'S WORLD |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/03/2016 02:00 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 | 2016-08-13 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | NINA'S WORLD |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/24/2016 11:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-07-30 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ASTROBLAST (WFLA 8.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 11:30 AM - 12 NOON |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | 1 |
| 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. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES (WFLA 8.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS @ 8-8:30 AM; 8:30-9AM |
| 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 | 7 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES SPARKS ENTHUSIASM FOR WRITING THROUGH AGE-APPROPRIATE SKETCH COMEDY, ORIGINAL SONGS, PUPPETRY, AND STORY THEATRE. THE STORIES ARE BASED ON THE WRITING OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS, AGE 7-11. CHILDREN GET THE THE MESSAGE THAT THEIR WORDS HAVE POWER, THAT THEIR VOICES ARE BEING HEARD. OUR DIVERSE GREEN SCREEN COMPANY OF PERFORMERS AND WRITERS REINFORCE CRITICAL WRITING SKILLS AND SHARE POSITIVE SOCIAL MESSAGES. OUR EDUCATIONAL MISSION EMPASIZES THE FOUR "C"S AS WELL AS THE THREE "R"S - CURIOSITY, CONFIDENCE, CITIZENSHIP, AND COMPASSION. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | TERRIFIC TRUCKS |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS @ 10:00 - 10:30 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 7 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| Number of Preemptions | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 5 |
| 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. | 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 and duties 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. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | TERRIFIC TRUCKS |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/03/2016 01:00 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 | 2016-08-13 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | TERRIFIC TRUCKS |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/03/2016 01:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-07-16 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | TERRIFIC TRUCKS |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/02/2016 01:00 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 | 2016-07-09 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | TERRIFIC TRUCKS |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/04/2016 02:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-08-20 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | TERRIFIC TRUCKS |
| List date and time rescheduled | 08/28/2016 12:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2016-08-06 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (1 of 3) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURE (WFLA 8.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | SUNDAYS @ 4 - 4:30 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: | 8 |
| 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. | Jack Hanna's Animal Adventure: Follow Jack Hanna as he spends time with nature's creatures across the continents. Jack talks with people that are knowledgeable about each animal and habitat, teaching as he goes. Each episode is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that presents positive role models and pro-social values within an environmentally responsible universe. |
| 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 3) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | JACK HANNA'S INTO THE WILD (WFLA 8.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | SUNDAYS @ 3:30 - 4 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: | 9 |
| Number of Preemptions | 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. | Throughout Jack's travels he raises awareness of different cultures, geography and spectacular animals and animal facts while teaching children the importance of stewardship of our environment through his documented donations to conservation efforts worldwide. |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Date Time | 09/25/2016 04:00 AM |
| Date Time | 09/18/2016 04:00 AM |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (3 of 3) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | SAVED BY THE BELL (WFLA 8.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | SUNDAYS @ 10 AM, 10:30 AM, 11 AM , 11:30 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: | 52 |
| 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. | Saved By The Bell explores social themes and coping strategies through the daily school life of six teen-aged friends at Bayside High who help each other make the most of growing up in a complicated world. The multi-ethnic cast members serve as role models for young teen viewers as they deal with such issues as dealing with the death of a loved one, the right to say "no," the meaning of heroism, teenage alcohol use and other issues of particular concern to young teens. |
| 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 | Mark Demopoulos |
| Address | 200 South Parker Street - 4th Floor |
| City | Tampa |
| State | FL |
| Zip | 33606 |
| Telephone Number | (813) 225-2719 |
| Email Address | mdemopoulos@wfla.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. | 1.) WFLA-TV airs PSA's of varied lengths that are designed specifically to meet the educational and informational needs of children as well as PSA's that are designed for the general audience but have messages applicable to children. 2.) WFLA-TV's Newscasts are general audience programs with educational/informational value for children: NewsChannel 8 Today (M-F) Newscasts 4:00-7AM; NewsChannel 8 First @ 4 M-F) 4:00-5:00 PM; NewsChannel 8 @ 5 (M-F) 5-5:30PM; News Channel 8 @ 5:30 (M-F) 5:30-6PM; NewsChannel 8 @ 6 (M-Sun) 6-6:30PM; NewsChannel 8 @ 7 (M-F) 7-7:30 PM; NewsChannel 8 @ 11 (M-F) 11-11:35PM; NewsChannel 8 @ 11 (Sat-Sun) 11-11:30PM; NewsChannel 8 Weekend AM (Sat-Sun) 6-7AM; NewsChannel 8 Weekend AM (Sat-Sun) 7-8AM; NewsChannel 8 Weekend AM (Sun) 9-10 AM; NewsChannel 8 @ Noon (Sun) 12-1PM. 3. )WFLA-TV's non-broadcast efforts include the participation of our Anchors and Meteorologists as guest speakers and emcees for community groups, and as "teachers" at Bay Area Schools; and Station Tours for Scout Troops, School Classes -- ranging from Elementary through High School/Vocational Technical Schools. 4. To supplement and enhance the educational value of the network's Teen NBC programs...NBC has a website (www.nbc.com/tmyk) specifically dedicated to teens. The goals of this site are first, to create a platform for the teen community where communities for self-expression become the core of the interactive experience; second to build these communities wherever possible around the themes and ideas generated within the TNBC shows themselves; and third, to provide online resources of information and guidance around the issues that most affect teen lives. THE MORE YOU KNOW website features scripts from the award-winning public service announcements, referral information for the organizations referenced in the PSA's, a general campaign overview, and educational materials produced in connection with NBC programming. The site also includes a "feature of the month" page which addresses select TMYK topics and a list of the campaign's most recent accolades. In addition to the educational or informational programs listed in this report, the station broadcast the following programs specifically designed for children ages twelve and under that were not "educational or informational" programming: NONE |
| Other Matters (1 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | NATURALLY, DANNY SEO (WFLA 8.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 11:30 - 12:00 PM |
| 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. | Naturally, Danny Seo is an educational series for young people and their families seeking a healthier lifestyle by learning the science behind eating well and exercising your mind and body while caring for our planet. Host Danny Seo is America's leading authority on eco-friendly living. Danny has devoted his career to the idea that caring for the environment can go hand-in-hand with enjoying time with family and friends and sharing delicious and healthy meals while creating a healthy and environmentally friendly home. |
| Other Matters (2 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | SAVED BY THE BELL |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 10-10:30 AM, 10:30-11 AM, 11-11:30 AM, 11:30 AM-12 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 52 |
| 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. | x |
| Other Matters (3 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | HEART OF A CHAMPION WITH LAUREN THOMPSON (WFLA 8.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 12:30 - 1 PM |
| 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. | Heart of a Champion with Lauren Thompson features the powerful and inspiring stories of successful athletes who exemplify what it really means to be a champion. Hosted by Lauren Thompson, host of Golf Channel's Morning Drive, Heart of a Champion with Lauren Thompson introduces audiences to professional and amateur athletes who have overcome obstacles to ultimately achieve transcendent moments in the world of sports. Heart of a Champion with Lauren Thompson proves that a champion is not only defined by their speed, strength and agility, but also by their grit, resiliency and heart. |
| Other Matters (4 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | JOURNAL WITH DYLAN (WFLA 8.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 11:00 - 11:30 AM |
| 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. | Journey with Dylan Dreyer is a wondrous celebration of nature. Breathtaking cinematography will bring viewers up-close and personal with the black bears of Montana to polar bears in the Artic. The audience will have a unique platform to see animals in their natural habitat, including exploring the extraordinary migration of 1.5 million animals traveling over 500 miles across the Serengeti in Tanzania and Kenya. Journey with Dylan Dreyer will tell us why. |
| Other Matters (5 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | GIVE (WFLA 8.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 12:00 - 12:30 PM |
| 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. | Give introduces viewers to the world of philanthropy through the stories of small charities making a big impact. The series features NBC News correspondent and the founder of UNIFEF's Next Generation Jenna Bush Hager, esteemed actor Blair Underwood, and passionate celebrity philanthropists from film, television, music, sports, and business who are all on a mission to inspire others to do good. In each episode one of these celebrity ambassadors will visit two charities that use innovation, best practices, and dedication for change in their communities and the world. With the help of some of the country's top foundations, we'll meet these inspiring individuals to see how they do it through the eyes of our celebrity ambassadors. |
| Other Matters (6 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | VOYAGER WITH JOSH GARCIA (WFLA 8.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 10 - 10:30 AM |
| 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. | Voyager with Josh Garcia takes viewers on an exciting and immersive journey around the globe with world traveler and host, Josh Garcia. Each episode provides audiences access to the world's most incredible destinations as Josh seeks out the truly authentic experiences one can only find when guided by a knowledgeable and passionate guide. Each week, Josh Garcia brings viewers on an enthralling voyage exploring the people and cultures that make our world so breathtaking. |
| Other Matters (7 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WILDERNESS VET (WFLA 8.1) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 10:30 AM - 11 AM |
| 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. | Wilderness Vet hosted by renown veterinarian Dr. Michelle Oakley, features compelling stories form one of the most rugged areas on the planet, the Yukon. Dr. Oakley travels to homes, farms and wildlife preserves across the Yukon to help animals in need. Wilderness Vet will bring viewers closer than ever before to wild animals in their native habitats by showcasing the hard work and dedication involved in their rescue and rehabilitation. |
| Other Matters (8 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BILL NYE, THE SCIENCE GUY (WFLA 8.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 9 - 9:30 AM, 9:30-10AM |
| 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. | With 28 Emmys and a slew of other prestigious awards, Disney's resident way-cool scientist knows how to get kids fired up about science. From Earth science to complex discussions on genetics, Bill Nye's enthusiasm for all things science is contagious. |
| Other Matters (9 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BEAKMAN'S WORLD (WFLA 8.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 8-8:30 AM, 8:30-9 AM |
| 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. | This live-action series based on the comic strip by Jok Church stars performance artist Paul Zaloom as the slightly nutty but never boring scientist who leads a journey of discovery while performing experiments that demonstrate how the world works. Topics are addressed with cutting-edge humor and state-of-the-art visuals that make learning fun. Joining Beakman in his quest are Josie (Alanna Ubach), his bright young apprentice, and an oversize, sarcastic rat named Lester (Mark Ritts). |
| Other Matters (10 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | MYSTERY HUNTERS (WFLA 8.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 7-7:30 AM, 7:30-8 AM |
| 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. | Mystery Hunters is a excellent example of a children's program that is innovative and empowering. Through critical observation, analytical thinking, and scientific testing, the series encourages children to question the world around them. Through both the travel aspect and investigation of ancient myths and mysteries, there is a profound focus on history, culture, geography, and international customs. |
| 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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| 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. |
Mark Demopoulos Director of Programming and Research 10/03/2016 |
