| 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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WDBD LICENSE SUBSIDIARY, LLC Applicant Doing Business As: WDBD LICENSE SUBSIDIARY, LLC |
Thomas Henson 2131 AYRSLEY TOWN BLVD. SUITE 300 CHARLOTTE, NC 28273 United States |
+1 (704) 643-4148 |
thenson@ayrsley.com |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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JERRY KIRK CHIEF ENGINEER WDBD License Subsidiary, LLC |
715 S. JEFFERSON ST JACKSON, MS 39201 United States |
+1 (601) 960-4478 |
jkirk@raycommedia.com |
Technical Representative |
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DANIEL A. KIRKPATRICK , ESQ. . FLETCHER, HEALD & HILDRETH, P.L.C. |
1300 NORTH 17TH STREET ELEVENTH FLOOR ARLINGTON, VA 22209 United States |
+1 (703) 812-0432 |
kirkpatrick@fhhlaw.com |
Legal Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | FOX | |
| Nielsen DMA | Jackson MS | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.msnewsnow.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 | 336.0 |
| 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: | 6.0 |
| 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 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Think Big (Main Channel 40.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:00am (10/1-12/31/16) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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 serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including the importance of having a working knowledge of math, science and physics. The series shows children actively solving problems using scientific principles, combining skill and creativity. The series also demonstrates real-world applications for math, science and engineering, proving that that the physical sciences can be useful, challenging and fun. Each episode presents an invent-off challenge, where teenage teams must invent a machine designed to perform a specific task in limited amount of time, promoting creative thinking and practical skills. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Atlas (Main Channel 40.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 7:00am (10/1-12/31/16) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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 Atlas we travel the globe to meet every kind of animal imaginable, from the familiar to the astounding. We learn about their lives, their history, and the adaptations that allow them to survive and thrive. But best of all, we meet them face to face. Just spin the globe. Anywhere, everywhere animals live, you'll find Animal Atlas |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Steal the Show (Channel 40.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9am-9:30am (11/6/16-12/25/16) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
| Total times aired | 8 |
| 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. | Steal the Show provides CORE programming in the areas music, music composition, the music recording process and musical instruments. Ariel, Zoey and Eli Engelbert of the EI program Ariel & Zoey & Eli, Too work to write and record an album with Grammy Winner Jim Peterik. All aspect of the process are covered; Creating the melody, writing the lyric, creating harmonies, developing instrumentals and recording the song in the studio. With schools across the country cutting funding to music related programs, Steal the Show fills an important void. Students will be empowered with the knowledge and skills they will broaden and hone as they follow Ariel, Zoey and Eli on their journey with one of the most prominent songwriters of the past 20 years. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Pets in Paradise (Secondary Channel 40.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 9:00am-9:30am (10/2/16-10/30/16) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 5 |
| Total times aired | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Pets in Paradise is a weekly program that explores the relationship between humans and animals. From surfing pigs, to ducks living inside the houses, rescue dogs and dogs that rescue humans, we look at the remarkable connections people have withy their pets in one of the most beautiful places on earth, Hawaii. each week we learn about these relationship and how they flourish in Paradise. The p30 minute program consist of compelling stories about people and their pets, information on pet health care, training and much more. The show's goal is tp help nurture relationships between pet owners and their companions. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The New Howdy Doody (Secondary Channel 40.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 11am-12:00 (10/2-12/25/16) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | 26 |
| 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 | 6 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Howdy Doody is a 1975 series which is known to its viewers for Buffalo Bob in his cowboy attire and a cast of human characters such as Clarabell the Clown and Chief Thunderthud as well as puppets (i.e., Howdy Doody, Dilly Dally, Flub-a-Dub, etc.). Children sat on stage in the Peanut Gallery, thus making this show a forerunner of interactive programming we enjoy today. The primary value of the series is to educate and entertain elementary school-aged children. In addition, both older children and monitoring adults will find this series amusing and quite charming as Howdy Doody is a timeless character who has an interactive quality. Educationally, the series offers opportunities for parents and teachers to teach lessons related to language, character development, science, and listening skills. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Sea Rescue (Channel 40.3) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:30am-11:00 and 11:00-11:30am (10/1/16-12/25/16) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 28 |
| Total times aired | 28 |
| 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. | Sea Rescue is a 30-minute show which showcases stories of rescue, rehabilitation and return to the wild of marine animals by a team of dedicated vets, animal care experts, animal science researchers and government authorities. Sea Rescue is currently hosted by Matt Gutman of ABC News In 2016, Sea Rescue was honored by the National Academy of Television, Arts and Sciences with a Daytime Emmy for Best Children's Series. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's (Channel 40.3) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9am-9:30am and 9:30-10:00am(10/1/16-12/31/16) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 28 |
| Total times aired | 28 |
| 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. | Wildlife expert Jack Hanna presents Top 10 lists about the animal kingdom and shares his adventures from around the world |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Brady Barr Experience(Channel 40.3) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10am-10:30am(10/1/16-12/31/16) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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. | Dr Brady Barr has traveled to five continents and worked with hundreds of scientists while encountering some of the world's most intriguing amphibious predators. Brady's life's work has been to protect these extraordinary animals and he takes viewers along on his journey |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | On the Spot(Main Channel 40.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11a-1130a (10/1-12/31) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 6 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | On the Spot is a lightning fast game of entertaining trivia from different categories, including: untold history, globetrotting, origins, supernatural, in sickness and in health, myths, now and then, record setters, mad science and bad ideas. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | On The Spot |
| List date and time rescheduled | 11/19/2016 09:00 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 | 2016-11-19 |
| Episode # | OTS605 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | On The Spot |
| List date and time rescheduled | 10/29/2016 09:00 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 | 2016-10-29 |
| Episode # | OTS602 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | On The Spot |
| List date and time rescheduled | 10/01/2016 09:00 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 | 2016-10-01 |
| Episode # | OTS203 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | On The Spot |
| List date and time rescheduled | 12/10/2016 09:00 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 | 2016-12-10 |
| Episode # | OTS202 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | On The Spot |
| List date and time rescheduled | 10/15/2016 09:00 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 | 2016-10-15 |
| Episode # | OTS205 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | On The Spot |
| List date and time rescheduled | 10/22/2016 09:00 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 | 2016-10-22 |
| Episode # | OTS601 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | On The Spot |
| List date and time rescheduled | 12/03/2016 09:00 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 | 2016-12-03 |
| Episode # | OTS201 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | On The Spot |
| List date and time rescheduled | 12/24/2016 09:00 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 | 2016-12-24 |
| Episode # | OTS204 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Rock the Park(Channel 40.3) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11:30pm-12:00pm (10/1/16-12/31/16) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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. | The hosts take the audience to visit America's National parks as they get up close and personal with nature and explore the beauty of these national treasures |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Zoo Clues (Main Channel 40.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11:30am (10/1/16-12/31/16) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 6 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | ZOO CLUES is an educational and informative half-hour program that poses fascinating animal-related questions to viewers, gives them clues to the right answer, and then explains the right answer, allowing young viewers to interact and learn. The goal of the series is to provide young viewers with information to understand and appreciate animals and the environment. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Zoo Clues |
| List date and time rescheduled | 11/19/2016 09:30 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 | 2016-11-19 |
| Episode # | ZOO305 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Zoo Clues |
| List date and time rescheduled | 10/29/2016 09:30 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 | 2016-10-29 |
| Episode # | ZOO103 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Zoo Clues |
| List date and time rescheduled | 12/03/2016 09:30 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 | 2016-12-03 |
| Episode # | ZOO316 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Zoo Clues |
| List date and time rescheduled | 12/24/2016 09:30 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 | 2016-12-24 |
| Episode # | ZOO319 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Zoo Clues |
| List date and time rescheduled | 10/01/2016 09:30 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 | 2016-10-01 |
| Episode # | ZOO318 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Zoo Clues |
| List date and time rescheduled | 12/10/2016 09:30 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 | 2016-12-10 |
| Episode # | ZOO317 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Zoo Clues |
| List date and time rescheduled | 10/15/2016 09:30 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 | 2016-10-15 |
| Episode # | ZOO101 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Zoo Clues |
| List date and time rescheduled | 10/22/2016 09:30 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 | 2016-10-22 |
| Episode # | ZOO102 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Aqua Kids II (Secondary Channel 40.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 10am-10:30am (10/2/16-12/25/16) |
| 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. | Aqua Kids provides a unique vehicle for young people to learn about the diversity of marine animals around the world, emphasizing the importance of preserving fragile aquatic habitats and encouraging children to take an active role in protecting the future of their community and the world. The program provides a window into the management and preservation of unique habitats and species through the eyes of kids and their hands-on collaboration with science researchers and educators. The messages delivered by Aqua Kids are given by a creative and resourceful host, Molly McKinney, whose scientific background is evident in the show. The other young hosts, whose ages range from pre-teen to late teens, are equally entertaining and informative. The young viewers identify with these young hosts and imagine themselves in the role of the scientist and as someone who could have a positive impact on the environment. The format of young student scientists presenting information on location in a variety of aquatic settings is both entertaining and informative |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ariel & Zoey & Eli, Too (Secondary Channel 40.2) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 9:30am-10am (10/2/16-12/25/16) |
| 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. | Ariel & Zoey & Eli, Too (AZE2), a musical variety show that is driven by three siblings, empowers children to accomplish their goals and their dreams. AZE2 accomplishes this through interviewing people who excel in their profession and have a positive message for kids, introducing guests who perform different genres of music, and presenting musical performances by the cast members themselves. These cast musical performances show children they can write their own music and the importance of teamwork. Music on the show is produced by Emmy Award winner David Barrett. He and Brian Brill (another Emmy winner) ensure that the music is tailored for the young audience. All songs offer a positive message about life. Every episode begins with the song "Sweet Company which sends the positive message of friendship and ends with the singing of End of Another Day which encourages the viewer to stay optimistic about tomorrow. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Real Life 101 (Main Channel 40.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 7:30am (10/1-12/31/16) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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. | Real Life 101 introduces you to real people doing real jobs. From doctors, lawyers and veterinarians to career counselors, drug counselors, Lipizzaner stallion trainers and special effects wizards, Real Life 101 takes you "on the job" so you can see for yourself why these professionals love what they do. Learn about jobs you might not know even existed! |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Coolest Places On Earth (Main Channel 40.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:30am (10/1/16-12/31/16) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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. | The Coolest Places on Earth is an educational and informative half-hour, E/I program that takes young viewers on a journey of discovery to the most astonishing places on the planet - cities, festivals, landmarks and jaw-dropping works of nature - exploring each location's history and culture. Each episode showcases three specific locations and delivers fast-paced, engaging information that's a perfect match for the 21st century learner. The series is packed with facts about history, geography, and culture. The goal of the series is to provide young viewers with the inspiration and information to better understand and appreciate the culturally and geographically diverse world around them. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| 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 | RaMona Alexander |
| Address | 715 South Jefferson Street |
| City | Jackson |
| State | MS |
| Zip | 39201 |
| Telephone Number | (601) 965-7545 |
| Email Address | rcalexander@fox40tv.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. | WDBD changed its .2Multicast from Cozi TV to Antenna TV. This change occurred Jan1, 2017 at 12:01 AM. Antenna TV will reside at 40.2 |
| Other Matters (1 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Coolest Place |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:30-11:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| 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. | From jaw-dopping works of nature to the most amazing creations of humankind. We discover each location's history and culture and learn why it deserves to be called one of the coolest places on Earth. Each week we visit three unique locations around the world. |
| Other Matters (2 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Atlas |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 8:00-8:30 am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| 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 Atlas; we travel the globe to meet every kind of animal imaginable, from the familiar to the astounding. We learn about their lives, their history, and the adaptations that allow them to survive and thrive. But best of all, we meet them face to face. |
| Other Matters (3 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Get Wild |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 11:00-11:30 am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| 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. | Get Wild is a weekly half-hour reality series featuring wild animals at the world famous San Diego Zoo. The series provides key information about each creature and teen viewers learn about their living habitats and unique behaviors. For example, in one episode viewers learn how experts studying adult orangutans learn the ways they raise their young. Get Wild is a series intended to educate and inform viewers all about life in the animal kingdom. |
| Other Matters (4 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | On the Spot |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 10:00-10:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| 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. | On the Spot is a weekly syndicated trivia show that asks entertaining questions from different categories including untold history, globetrotting, origins, supernatural, in sickness and in health, myths, now and then, record setters, mad science and bad ideas. Example questions include: Can a cow have an accent, or what came first, the color orange or the fruit? Other examples include As a kid, did Napoleon hate the French or Was the name Google an accident or Who got the world's longest standing ovation? The show first aired nationally on September 18, 2011. |
| Other Matters (5 of 8) | Response |
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| Program Title | Wild World |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 11:30-12:00 pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Wild World is a weekly half-hour reality series showcasing all types of wild animals at the world famous San Diego Zoo. The series focuses on the dedicated people who care for these unique critters. The program also informs teen viewers about the living environments and key facts about each wild animal. Episodes also include stories on zoo enrichment programs that help animals initiate natural behavior. Whether it be following the life cycles of rhinoceros or understanding the eating habits of grizzly bears, Wild World is a series intended to educate and inform viewers all about life in the animal kingdom. |
| Other Matters (6 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Safari Tracks |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 8:30-9:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| 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. | SAFARI TRACKS is an exciting and entertaining series of half-hour programs focused entirely on African wildlife. Filmed in exotic African locations, every show will explore the magnificent and mysterious world of Africa's animals, all in their natural habitat. Led by Ushaka, the show's young South African host, SAFARI TRACKS takes the viewer from the brush lands of the Savanna to the great Okavango, from the greatest game reserves to the most remote beaches of Madagascar - and beyond! We'll see everything from rare African birds to "creepy crawlers" to animal babies interacting with their mothers and siblings. SAFARI TRACKS will educate young viewers about wildlife conservation and show them how to better support efforts to protect endangered species. All of this while remaining fun, fast-paced and always surprising. |
| Other Matters (7 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | State to State |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 9:30-10:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| 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 program, State to State takes you to every corner of America. From the hectic dazzle of the Big Apple, the rawhide spirit of Wyoming, the revival of St. Louis, the frontier of innovation in Silicon Valley, the live music of New Orleans and Austin, the Vegas glitz, the LA glamor, the Hawaiian luau, the highest peaks, the driest deserts, the biggest events, and the hidden gems. |
| Other Matters (8 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Coolest Places |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 9:00-9:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| 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 program features jaw-dopping works of nature to the most amazing creations of humankind. We discover each location's history and culture and learn why it deserves to be called one of the coolest places on Earth. Each week we visit three unique locations around the world. urprising. |
| 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. |
RaMona Alexander General Manager 01/10/2017 |
| File Name | Uploaded By | Attachment Type | Description | Upload Status |
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| Commercial Cert 4th Qtr 2016.pdf | Applicant | All Purpose | Commercial certification for WDBD, COZI TV and GRIT TV | Done with Virus Scan and/or Conversion |
