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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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54 BROADCASTING, INC. Doing Business As: 54 BROADCASTING, INC. |
Thomas J. Vaughan 901 W. MARTIN LUTHER KING BOULEVARD AUSTIN, TX 78701 United States |
+1 (512) 478-5400 |
clifford.harrington@pillsburylaw.com |
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Clifford M Harrington , Esq . FCC Counsel PILLSBURY WINTHROP SHAW PITTMAN LLP |
Clifford M. Harrington, Esq. 1200 SEVENTEENTH STREET, NW WASHINGTON, DC 20036 United States |
+1 (202) 663-8525 |
clifford.harrington@pillsburylaw.com |
Legal Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | CW | |
| Nielsen DMA | Austin | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.thecwaustin.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 6.5 |
| 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 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Calling Dr. Pol |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 7:00am |
| 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. | Caring for more than 19,000 patients, Dr. Pol has seen it all. Specializing in large farm animals, Dr. Pol, his family and veterinary staff care for animals of all shapes and sizes. Unstoppable and unflappable, this doc is a legend in the community. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Missing |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 9:30am |
| 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. | "Missing" serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including safety tips and real life stories using various resources to help find missing people. The show is also a public service to communities across the United States and is endorsed by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. The program is 30 minutes in length, and will be identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13-16 year olds), at the beginning and through each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guide. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Whisperer Family Edition |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:30am |
| 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. | Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition is a weekly half-hour series produced for viewers 13-16 and the entire family that educates and informs the audience about canine training techniques and creating healthy environments for dogs. Hosted by renowned dog behaviorist and trainer Cesar Millan, Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition travels far and wide to help problem pups and teach families to better understand how to better deal with a dog's negative behavior. From Chihuahuas to Great Danes, no job is too big (or small) for Cesar. Viewers will have the chance to witness remarkable transformations first-hand and discover the how to be a responsible pet owner. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Uncaged.2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 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. | Un-caged is a weekly half-hour series that educates teens about the animal kingdom. Series explores the natural habitats of polar bears, exotic monkeys, penguins, bald eagles, grizzly bears and more, as it tours |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Future Phenoms.2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 7 |
| Total times aired | 7 |
| 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. | Future Phenoms is a nationally syndicated sports television show about high school athletics. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Eco Company.3 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12:00pm |
| 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. | Concern for the environment is a major issue for many people. "Eco Company" tries to make teens interested in saving the environment. The show, hosted by a dynamic cast of teenagers, explores all aspects of being green and how people's actions impact the world. The "Eco Company" team reports on developments in renewable energies and alternative fuels, explores organic processes, profiles teens and organizations who are making a difference, and learns about the impact conservation and recycling can have on reducing one's carbon footprint. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Swap TV.3 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:30am |
| 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. | Swap TV is a weekly half-hour television series about two teenagers from different backgrounds "swapping" lives for a weekend. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | On the Spot |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 10:00am |
| 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. | On the Spot is based on national and state curriculum standards and presents trivia everyone should know in a "man on the street format" designed to be both entertaining and educational. The series features questions from key subjects like science, math, English, history, art, geography and more. The program is 30 minutes in length, and will be identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13-16 year olds), at the beginning and through each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guides. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Make: television.3 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 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. | DIY series for a new generation! It celebrates "Maker" - the inventors, artists, geeks, and just plain everyday folks who mix new and old technology to create new-fangled marvels. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Whisperer Family Edition |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:30am |
| 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. | Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition is a weekly half-hour series produced for viewers 13-16 and the entire family that educates and informs the audience about canine training techniques and creating healthy environments for dogs. Hosted by renowned dog behaviorist and trainer Cesar Millan, Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition travels far and wide to help problem pups and teach families to better understand how to better deal with a dog's negative behavior. From Chihuahuas to Great Danes, no job is too big (or small) for Cesar. Viewers will have the chance to witness remarkable transformations first-hand and discover the how to be a responsible pet owner. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Calling Dr. Pol |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 7:30am |
| 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. | Caring for more than 19,000 patients, Dr. Pol has seen it all. Specializing in large farm animals, Dr. Pol, his family and veterinary staff care for animals of all shapes and sizes. Unstoppable and unflappable, this doc is a legend in the community. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Save Our Shelter |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:30am |
| 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. | Save Our Shelter is an unscripted television show on The CW. The show was created by Rocky Kanaka, a humanitarian entrepreneur and founder of DOG for DOG and The Dog Bakery. The show follows Rocky Kanaka and renovation specialist Rob North as they assist animal shelters and rescue facilities across America. Each show reveals an update to the facilitate and tells the story of a pet adoption.[1] The show premieres October 3, 2015 as part of the One Magnificent Morning, a new, five-hour block produced by Litton Entertainment and distributed by CBS Television Distribution, that would feature live-action educational programming aimed towards teenagers and their parents. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 10:30am |
| 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. | 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. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Living Greener.2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 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. | Living Green is a half-hour TV show that helps individuals understand what it means to be "living green" in their own communities. Currently, there is a push in both the public and the private sectors to implement design and management strategies that take into account socioeconomic variables while conserving natural resources for future generations. Specific attention is paid to the solutions to growth/environmental challenges, and the opportunities for individuals to help search for "win-win" strategies that balance socioeconomic and environmental concerns in their own community. The show targets an adult audience, but it is also relevant to middle-school and high-school students. Living Green highlights environmental challenges and solutions that are relevant to communities across the Southeast as well as throughout the United States. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown.2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:30 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 6 |
| Total times aired | 6 |
| 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 and animal ambassador, Jack Hanna, brings the viewer face-to-face with the best of the beasts. Presented in countdown style, Jack offers up a different "top ten" each week in a variety of categories. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (16 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ocean Mysteries.2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12:00pm |
| 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. | Jeff Corwin, supported by a team of Georgia Aquarium biologists, veterinarians, and subject matter experts, travels around the world taking viewers below the surface to explore the Earth's least understood resource, our oceans and waterways, and the animals that call them home. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (17 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Rock the Park.2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12:30 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 6 |
| Total times aired | 6 |
| 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. | Rock the Park taps into America's love affair with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series our hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (18 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | On the Spot.2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 7 |
| Total times aired | 7 |
| 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. | Everything you need to know about everything." With a slogan like that, you might have high expectations when watching a show like "On the Spot." The show is a lightning-fast game of trivia that provides answers to questions such as "can a cow have an accent?" and "who got the world's longest standing ovation?" It may not tell you everything about everything, but chances are you'll come away from each half-hour episode a little more knowledgeable than you were before you watched it. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (19 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Outtakes.3 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 6 |
| Total times aired | 6 |
| 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 show Animal Outtakes mixes a live host named Marsha Panuce with animated characters (Bud & Lou). It's all about animals and the people who care for them. Each episode also features a Bud & Lou segment. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (20 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dream Quest |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 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. | Dream Quest follows families as they embark upon journeys filled with excitement, adventure and learning, aboard some of the world's most modern, state-of-the-art ships from Norwegian Cruise Line, including the "Norwegian Escape." Each ship is a floating classroom designed to give families the real-life education of a lifetime. Hosted by Evette Rios, Dream Quest takes families on an interactive voyage where they learn about the world's amazing oceans, the animals that swim beneath the water, and the ecological advancements underway to preserve and protect our most precious resources. Dream Quest is co-produced by multiple Emmy Award-winning production companies, "Peter Greenberg Worldwide," and "Natural 9 Entertainment." |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (21 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Town USA |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:00am |
| 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. | Produced by National Geographic, the documentary-style TV program "Dog Town" features the stories of individual dogs in need and follows the work of Best Friends caregivers, trainers and medical staff as they work to improve the lives of every dog in their care and ultimately find them loving homes. National Geographic aired 28 episodes of "DogTown," each of which follows the journey of several Dogtown residents through their triumphs and challenges. In the summer of 2015, the CW Television Network began re-airing the "Dog Town" series now called as "Dog Town, USA" as part of its One Magnificent Morning block. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (22 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Whisperer Family Edition |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:00am |
| 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. | Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition is a weekly half-hour series produced for viewers 13-16 and the entire family that educates and informs the audience about canine training techniques and creating healthy environments for dogs. Hosted by renowned dog behaviorist and trainer Cesar Millan, Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition travels far and wide to help problem pups and teach families to better understand how to better deal with a dog's negative behavior. From Chihuahuas to Great Danes, no job is too big (or small) for Cesar. Viewers will have the chance to witness remarkable transformations first-hand and discover the how to be a responsible pet owner. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (23 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown.2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:00 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 6 |
| Total times aired | 6 |
| 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 and animal ambassador, Jack Hanna, brings the viewer face-to-face with the best of the beasts. Presented in countdown style, Jack offers up a different "top ten" each week in a variety of categories. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (24 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Eco Company.3 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:00am |
| 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. | Concern for the environment is a major issue for many people. "Eco Company" tries to make teens interested in saving the environment. The show, hosted by a dynamic cast of teenagers, explores all aspects of being green and how people's actions impact the world. The "Eco Company" team reports on developments in renewable energies and alternative fuels, explores organic processes, profiles teens and organizations who are making a difference, and learns about the impact conservation and recycling can have on reducing one's carbon footprint. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (25 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Future Phenoms.2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:00 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 7 |
| Total times aired | 7 |
| 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. | Future Phenoms is a nationally syndicated sports television show about high school athletics. The show, which is hosted by legendary broadcaster Pat Summerall, takes its viewers across the country in search of the brightest young stars in sports. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (26 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Reluctantly Healthy.3 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11:30 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 7 |
| Total times aired | 7 |
| 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. | Reluctantly Healthy is a half-hour weekly series designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age. Healthy eating and recipes, fun and easy ways to incorporate daily exercise, and interesting and new activities that the whole family can enjoy are featured in this live action program. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (27 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Whisperer Family Edition |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:00am |
| 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. | Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition is a weekly half-hour series produced for viewers 13-16 and the entire family that educates and informs the audience about canine training techniques and creating healthy environments for dogs. Hosted by renowned dog behaviorist and trainer Cesar Millan, Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition travels far and wide to help problem pups and teach families to better understand how to better deal with a dog's negative behavior. From Chihuahuas to Great Danes, no job is too big (or small) for Cesar. Viewers will have the chance to witness remarkable transformations first-hand and discover the how to be a responsible pet owner. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (28 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Hatched |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 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. | Hatched gives young American entrepreneurs, with a focus on teens, the opportunity of a lifetime to pitch their unique inventions to seasoned executives including Freddy Cameron, Nicole Lapin, and Joe Kincaid, who know exactly what it takes to turn a good idea into a successful venture. Assisted by the experts after pitching their ideas, the young entrepreneurs will learn how to raise capital to launch their business and the pitfalls to avoid in the challenging world of business. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (29 of 29) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Swap TV.3 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12:30pm |
| 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. | Swap TV is a weekly half-hour television series about two teenagers from different backgrounds "swapping" lives for a weekend. |
| 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 | Norine Sims |
| Address | 908 W. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd |
| City | Austin |
| State | TX |
| Zip | 78701 |
| Telephone Number | (512) 478-5400 |
| Email Address | Norine.sims@knva.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. | The licensee has reviewed internal station records and documentation provided to us by program suppliers for compliance with the FCC's commercial limits in children's programs (47 C.F.R. Section 73.670) and the licensee hereby certifies that the station fully complied with these limits for all programs specifically designed for children ages twelve (12 ) and under. In addition to the programs listed in this report, the station broadcast the following programs specifically designed for children ages twelve (12) and under: NONE. |
| Other Matters (1 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Atlas |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 09:30am |
| 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. | This educational series takes the viewers on a journey around the world to meet all kinds of animals, from the familiar to the not so familiar. Animal Atlas teaches viewers about animals lives, histories, and adaptations that allow them to survive in their environment. Whether it's visiting monkeys or heading underwater for a look at mammals that live in the ocean, Animal Atlas brings animals from around the globe into the viewers homes for an up close look at how animals live. |
| Other Matters (2 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Living Greener.2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 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. |
| Other Matters (3 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Vacation Creation |
| 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Vacation Creations takes audiences on an inspirational journey to follow the voyages of families facing hardship, in need of hope, or seeking much needed time together who have been specially chosen to experience a custom tailored cruise vacation of a lifetime. Hosted by comedian Tommy Davidson and travel expert Andrea Feczko, Vacation Creation provides the opportunity for families with diverse backgrounds and unique stories to travel by ocean and explore the world together. Each family's personal experiences, hopes, and dreams are the basis for creating an unforgettable dream vacation abroad the world's most incredible ships and on shore in the most awe inspiring destinations. |
| Other Matters (4 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ECO Company.3 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12:00pm |
| 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. |
| Other Matters (5 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Whisperer Family Edition |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:00am |
| 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. | Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition is a weekly half-hour series produced for viewers 13-16 and the entire family that educates and informs the audience about canine training techniques and creating healthy environments for dogs. Hosted by renowned dog behaviorist and trainer Cesar Millan, Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition travels far and wide to help problem pups and teach families to better understand how to better deal with a dog's negative behavior. From Chihuahuas to Great Danes, no job is too big (or small) for Cesar. Viewers will have the chance to witness remarkable transformations first-hand and discover the how to be a responsible pet owner. |
| Other Matters (6 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dinner Spinner |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 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. | Dinner Spinner presented by Allrecipes is a half-hour competitive cooking series that helps millions of people to reinvent their daily menus. Each week on Dinner Spinner, two home cooks compete to show off their creativity in a race for the best plate. Each episode will teach audiences the value of healthy, wholesome ingredients and how healthy food choices can have positive effects on our quality of life. |
| Other Matters (7 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 10:30am |
| 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. | 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. |
| Other Matters (8 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Calling Dr.Pol |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 7:00am |
| 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. | Caring for more than 19,000 patients, Dr. Pol has seen it all. Specializing in large farm animals, Dr. Pol, his family and veterinary staff care for animals of all shapes and sizes. Unstoppable and unflappable, this doc is a legend in the community. |
| Other Matters (9 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | America's Heartland.3 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12:30pm |
| 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. |
| Other Matters (10 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Save Our Shelter |
| 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Save Our Shelter is an unscripted television show on The CW. The show was created by Rocky Kanaka, a humanitarian entrepreneur and founder of DOG for DOG and The Dog Bakery. The show follows Rocky Kanaka and renovation specialist Rob North as they assist animal shelters and rescue facilities across America. Each show reveals an update to the facilitate and tells the story of a pet adoption.[1] The show premieres October 3, 2015 as part of the One Magnificent Morning, a new, five-hour block produced by Litton Entertainment and distributed by CBS Television Distribution, that would feature live-action educational programming aimed towards teenagers and their parents. |
| Other Matters (11 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Unlikely Animal Friends |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 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. | Produced for family viewing, Unlikely Animal Friends teaches audiences to never doubt the power of friendship. Unlikely Animal Friends will give viewers a first hand look at how a dolphin and a Labrador retriever came be inseparable pals. or find out how a sheep and a pair of rhinos are now best buddies. Viewers will witness heartwarming stories of unbreakable bonds formed between the most unlikely of animal friends. |
| Other Matters (12 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | On The Spot |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 10:00am |
| 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. | On the Spot is based on national and state curriculum standards and presents trivia everyone should know in a "man on the street format" designed to be both entertaining and educational. The series features questions from key subjects like science, math, English, history, art, geography and more. The program is 30 minutes in length, and will be identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13-16 year olds), at the beginning and through each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guides. |
| Other Matters (13 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | America's Heartland.3 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. |
| Other Matters (14 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Future Phenoms.2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. |
| Other Matters (15 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Uncaged.2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 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. |
| Other Matters (16 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Skooled.3 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 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. |
| Other Matters (17 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Whisperer Family Edition |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:30am |
| 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. | Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition is a weekly half-hour series produced for viewers 13-16 and the entire family that educates and informs the audience about canine training techniques and creating healthy environments for dogs. Hosted by renowned dog behaviorist and trainer Cesar Millan, Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition travels far and wide to help problem pups and teach families to better understand how to better deal with a dog's negative behavior. From Chihuahuas to Great Danes, no job is too big (or small) for Cesar. Viewers will have the chance to witness remarkable transformations first-hand and discover the how to be a responsible pet owner. |
| Other Matters (18 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Calling Dr. Pol |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 7:30am |
| 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. | Caring for more than 19,000 patients, Dr. Pol has seen it all. Specializing in large farm animals, Dr. Pol, his family and veterinary staff care for animals of all shapes and sizes. Unstoppable and unflappable, this doc is a legend in the community. |
| Other Matters (19 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Outtakes.3 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 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. |
| Other Matters (20 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ocean Mysteries.2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12:00pm |
| 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. |
| Other Matters (21 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Rescue Me with Dr. Lisa |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:00am |
| 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. | Rescue Me with Dr. Lisa tells the story about a veterinarian's mission to save orphan animals, one pet at a time. Hosted by Dr. Lisa Chimes, a passionate emergency veterinarian with a heart of gold, each episode will feature Dr. Lisa matching orphaned and abandoned animals with loving new homes. Each week, Rescue Me with Dr. Lisa will provide viewers the experience to witness these heartwarming stories about pets and their chance for a new life. |
| Other Matters (22 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Whisperer Family Edition |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:30am |
| 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. | Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition is a weekly half-hour series produced for viewers 13-16 and the entire family that educates and informs the audience about canine training techniques and creating healthy environments for dogs. Hosted by renowned dog behaviorist and trainer Cesar Millan, Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan: Family Edition travels far and wide to help problem pups and teach families to better understand how to better deal with a dog's negative behavior. From Chihuahuas to Great Danes, no job is too big (or small) for Cesar. Viewers will have the chance to witness remarkable transformations first-hand and discover the how to be a responsible pet owner. |
| Other Matters (23 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | On The Spot.2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. |
| Other Matters (24 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Future Phenoms.2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12:30pm |
| 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. |
| Other Matters (25 of 25) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ECO Company.3 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. |
| 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. |
Norine Sims Administrative Coordinator 10/07/2016 |
