| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | Yes |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CMCG PORTLAND LICENSE LLC Doing Business As: CMCG PORTLAND LICENSE LLC |
David Wilhelm 900 LASKIN ROAD, SUITE 200 VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23451 United States |
+1 (757) 437-9800 |
LPOOLE@MAXMEDIALLC.COM |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Clarence M Beverage Broadcast Engineering Consultant Communications Technologies, Inc. |
PO Box 1130 MARLTON, NJ 08053 United States |
+1 (856) 985-0077 |
CBEVERAGE@COMMTECHRF.COM |
Technical Representative |
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Erwin G Krasnow , Esq . FCC Counsel GARVEY SCHUBERT BARER |
Garvey Schubert Barer 1000 Potomac Street NW, 5th Floor Washington, DC 20007 United States |
+1 (202) 965-7880 |
EKRASNOW@GSBLAW.COM |
Legal Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | FOX | |
| Nielsen DMA | Portland-Auburn | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.fox23maine.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 3.5 |
| 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: | 7.0 |
| 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 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Sea Rescue - GRIT |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11:30 to 12:30PM |
| 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 features the rescue, rehabilitation and in many instances, release back into the wild of ocean wildlife. Each week, Sea Rescue will leave its audience inspired by the real-life stories of the featured animals and rescuers and with fuller understanding of the rich array of sea life with which we share our planet. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | xploration - Earth 2050 - FOX |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 7:00 - 7:30A |
| 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. | What will the world look like in 2050? Where will advancements in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics lead us? Xploration Earth 2050 strives to answer these questions and more with scientists, inventors, doctors, science fiction writers, and creative thinkers. This half hour weekly series, produced primarily for the 13-16 year old target audience will appeal to the whole family. Viewers will be taken on an educational adventure as the show tackles future challenges in everything from transportation to health care to the environment. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Brady Barr Experience - GRIT |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11:00 - 11:30 AM |
| 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. | In the action packed series, viewers will go behind the scene with Dr. Brady Barr for a captivating ride through the world of wildlife and animal conservation. As a seasoned herpetologist, Dr. Brady Barr has traveled to five continents, worked with hundreds of scientists and has gotten up close and personal with some of the most misunderstood animals on the planet. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown - GRIT |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:00 to 11AM |
| 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 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 (5 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dragonfly TV - COMET |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 8:30 to 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. | This program highlights children doing projects with real hands on experience and demonstrates practical applications of mathematics and science. It introduces young viewers to a variety of scientific disciplines and challenges them in critical thinking and problem solving skills while providing valuable information to reach answers. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Think Big - COMET |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 8:00 to 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. | This program 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 the physical sciences can be useful, challenging and fun. This program shows the importance of having a working knowledge of math, science and physics. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | xploration - DIY Sci - FOX |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 7:00 to 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. | Host, science educator and leader in the field of professional educational training - Steve Spangler - encourages the discovery of the scientific concepts through experiments viewers can do at home. With a fun, relaxed attitude, Steve will take viewers through step-by-step demonstrations of do-it-yourself experiments that amaze but which also relate back to solid principles of science (see Mentos and soda). This program is produced to increase interest in STEM education. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Origins - COMET |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:00 to 10:00 AM |
| 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. | Origins explores the remarkable origin of hundreds of the world's most influential and important inventions, natural objects, ideas from technology, arts and entertainment, government, nature and more. The goal of the series is to provide young viewers with information to learn about the history of some of the works most significant ideas and creations |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Get Wild at the San Diego Zoo - COMET |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:00 to 8:30AM |
| 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. | This program is based at the world famous San Diego Zoo and features notable animal experts. Various animal enrichment programs are explored along with the living habitats of animals. This program teaches viewers all about life in the animal kingdom. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | xploration - Outer Space - FOX |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:00 - 8:30A |
| 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. | Each week our host Emily Calandrelli will take viewers on incredible journeys through space that will both entertain and educate. Ever wonder what it would be like to live in space or on a different planet? Watch our host try to perform every day responsibilities while floating in zero gravity. Explore the challenges that come along with living on a different planet as our host lives like an astronaut in a Mars-like habitat. We will have episodes on space robotics, commercial space tourism, asteroids, and our search for life, among many others. When appropriate, the host will highlight NASA related programs and internships for young students that are relevant to the content we have shown. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | xploration - Weird But True - FOX |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:00 to 9:30AM |
| 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. | Produced in partnership with National Geographic, this series is hosted by brother-sister team Charlie and Kirby Engleman. They explore a new topic each week to uncover the Weird But True science at play all around us. The team inspires teens to question the HOW and WHY behind the way our world works and encourage them to discover answers to their most curious questions. This program is produced with the intention of increasing and expanding the target audience interest in the field of STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Rock the Park - GRIT |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12:30 to 1:00PM |
| 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. | 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 place on earth. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Origins - COMET |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 9:00 to 10:00AM |
| 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Origins explores the remarkable origin of hundreds of the world's most influential and important inventions, natural objects, ideas from technology, arts and entertainment, government, nature and more. The goal of the series is to provide young viewers with information to learn about the history of some of the works most significant ideas and creations |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | xploration - Awesome Planet - FOX |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:30 - 9:00A |
| 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. | Xploration Awesome Planet will inspire and educate anyone interested in earth sciences. Our host, Philippe Cousteau, the grandson of legendary Jacques Cousteau, brings boundless energy to every location we visit. From magnificent mountains to violent volcanoes, this program takes an in-depth look at the unique and distinct features on planet Earth. We not only visit gigantic glaciers and behold their beauty but also discover why they formed, and how they shaped our landscape. Geological experts share their wisdom with Philippe, as we strive to understand places on the earth, inside the earth, and above the earth. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | xploration - Nature Knows Best - FOX |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 7:30-8:00AM |
| 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. | Host and marine biologist, Danni Washington, exudes energy as she relates how technology all around us was inspired by nature and how modern innovators are continuing with this practice. We will whirl around in airplanes inspires by birds and in helicopters influenced by the dragonfly and even jump from a few such vehicles to illustrate how wingsuits were invented based on the flying squirrel. But engineers aren't the only scientists looking toward nature. We will also meet with biologists studying the behavior patterns of ants, architects who design living buildings and roboticists who are making their designs bigger, stronger and fasters based on animals. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (16 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | America's Heartland - FOX |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 7:30 - 8:00 AM |
| 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. | America's Heartland teaches the importance of learning about farming and feeding the world. Teenage students are presented with fascinating stories and introduced to exceptional individuals who operate family farms throughout America's Heartland. Each episode is a history lesson on America and its agricultural heritage along with various topics on life in rural America. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (17 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild World at the San Diego Zoo - COMET |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:30 to 9:00 AM |
| 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. | This program provides and in-depth look at the behavior and life cycles of various rate and exotic animals. Their care and living environment are examined while providing important information about how they survive in the world. |
| 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 | Ann Gagne |
| Address | 81 Northport Drive |
| City | Portland |
| State | ME |
| Zip | 04103 |
| Telephone Number | (207) 228-7701 |
| Email Address | agagne@myfoxmaine.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. |
| Other Matters (1 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Sea Rescue - GRIT |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11:30 - 12:30PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Sea Rescue features the rescue, rehabilitation and in many instances, release back into the wild of ocean wildlife. Each week it will leave its audience inspired by the real like stories of the featured animals and rescuers and with a fuller understanding of the rich array of sea life with which we share our planet. |
| Other Matters (2 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Rock the Park - GRIT |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 12:30 - 1:00PM |
| 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. | 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. |
| Other Matters (3 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Get Wild at the San Diego Zoo - COMET |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:00-8:30AM |
| 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. | This program is based at the world famous San Diego Zoo and features notable animal experts. Viewers are introduced to various animal enrichment programs where zoo staff seeks to duplicate a particular animals habits that are prevalent and unique to that animal in the wild. |
| Other Matters (4 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown - GRIT |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:00 - 11:00 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | 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 us a different top 10 each week in a variety of categories. |
| Other Matters (5 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dragonfly TV - COMET |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 8:30-9:00AM |
| 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. | This program highlights children doing projects with real hands on experience and demonstrates practical applications of mathematics and science. It introduces viewers to a variety of scientific disciplines and challenges this in critical thinking and problem solving skills. |
| Other Matters (6 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | xploration - Nature Knows Best - FOX |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 7:30 - 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. | Host and marine biologist, Danni Washington, exudes energy as she relates how technology all around us was inspired by nature and how modern innovators are continuing with this practice. They will whirl around in airplanes inspired by birds and in helicopters influenced by the dragonfly and even jump from such vehicles to illustrate how wingsuits were invented based on the bat. The series will help kids understand how getting outside and taking a look around can help them make the next great discovery. |
| Other Matters (7 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | xploration - DYI Sci - FOX |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 7:00 - 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. | Science educator and leader in the field of professional educational training - Steve Spangler - encourages the discovery of scientific concepts through experiments that viewers can do at home. With a fun, relaxed attitude, Steve takes viewers through step by step demonstrations that amaze but relate back to solid principles of science. |
| Other Matters (8 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild World at the San Diego Zoo - COMET |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:30-9:00AM |
| 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. | This program explores the lives of various zoo animals and examines the care and living environment while providing important information about how they survive in the world. Each episode gives a detailed explanation of an animal species as well as information on the animals daily nutrition and other living habits. |
| Other Matters (9 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | xploration - Awesome Planet - FOX |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:30 -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. | Xploration Awesome Planet will inspire and educate anyone interested in earth sciences. Our host, Philippe Cousteau, the grandson of legendary Jacques Cousteau, brings boundless energy to every location we visit. From magnificent mountains to violent volcanoes, this program takes an in-depth look at the unique and distinct features on planet Earth. We not only visit gigantic glaciers and behold their beauty but also discover why they formed, and how they shaped our landscape. Geological experts share their wisdom with Philippe, as we strive to understand places on the earth, inside the earth, and above the earth. |
| Other Matters (10 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Think Big - COMET |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 8:00-8:30AM |
| 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. | The program shows children actively solving problems using scientific principles, combining skills and creativity. They demonstrate real world applications for math, science and engineering proving that physical sciences are useful, challenging and fun. |
| Other Matters (11 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | xploration - Outer Space - FOX |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:00-8:30AM |
| 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. | Each week our host Emily Calandrelli will take viewers on incredible journeys through space that will both entertain and educate. Ever wonder what it would be like to live in space or on a different planet? Watch our host try to perform every day responsibilities while floating in zero gravity. Explore the challenges that come along with living on a different planet as our host lives like an astronaut in a Mars-like habitat. We will have episodes on space robotics, commercial space tourism, asteroids, and our search for life, among many others. When appropriate, the host will highlight NASA related programs and internships for young students that are relevant to the content we have shown. |
| Other Matters (12 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | America's Heartland - FOX |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 7:30 - 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. | Each episode is a history lesson on America and it's agricultural heritage, It offers important information on various topics of like in rural America and explains how food it grown and used in different ways. Viewers visits ranches, farms and other locations and learn about different occupations and the rich history of heartland jobs and professions. |
| Other Matters (13 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | xploration - Weird But True - FOX |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:00 - 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. | This series is produced in partnership with National Geographic and is hosted by brother-sister team Charlie and Kirby Engleman. They share a common curiosity to explore and understand the science behind the world and its wildlife. They inspire teens to question the HOW and WHY behind the way our world works and encourage them to discover answers to their most curious questions. |
| Other Matters (14 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Origins - COMET |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 9-10AM and Sun 9-10AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 52 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Origins explores the remarkable origin of hundreds of the worlds most influential and important inventions, natural objects, customs, ideas from technology, arts and entertainment, government, nature and more. The goal of the series is to provide viewers with information to learn about the history of some of the world's most significant ideas and creations. |
| Other Matters (15 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | xploration - Earth 2050 - FOX |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 7:00-7:30AM |
| 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. | What will the world look like in 2050? Where will advancements in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics lead us? Xploration Earth 2050 strives to answer these questions and more with scientists, inventors, doctors, science fiction writers, and creative thinkers. This half hour weekly series, produced primarily for the 13-16 year old target audience will appeal to the whole family. Viewers will be taken on an educational adventure as the show tackles future challenges in everything from transportation to health care to the environment. |
| 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. |
Ann Gagne Business / Station Manager 01/06/2017 |
