| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | No |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
WDAF LICENSE, INC. Doing Business As: WDAF LICENSE, INC. |
Matt Rankin 3030 SUMMIT STREET KANSAS CITY, MO 64108 United States |
+1 (816) 932-9219 |
matt.rankin@fox4kc.com |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jason Roberts Senior Counsel Tribune Media Company |
Jason Roberts 435 North Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL 60611 United States |
+1 (312) 222-3894 |
jroberts@tribunemedia.com |
Legal Representative |
|
Cris Wyatt VP Technology WDAF LICENSE, INC. |
Cris Wyatt 3030 SUMMIT STREET KANSAS CITY, MO 64108 United States |
+1 (816) 932-9136 |
cris.wyatt@wdaftv4.com |
Technical Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | FOX | |
| Nielsen DMA | Kansas City | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.fox4kc.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 2.85 |
| 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 | 504.0 |
| 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: | 10.5 |
| 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 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration Nature Knows Best |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 8:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 2 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The program focuses on the attributes of animals such as hunting, nesting, flight and demonstrates how humans can learn from these animal traits and apply them to their own lives. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Xploration Nature Knows Best |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/14/2018 12:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-07-14 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Xploration Nature Knows Best |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/08/2018 10:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-07-07 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild World |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 8:30am ch 4.2 / Sun 9am ch 4.3 |
| 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. | The program is a weekly reality series focuses on the dedicated people who care for and study the unique wild animals at the San Diego Zoo. The program highlights the living environments and eating habits of the wild animals. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Expedition Wild |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 10:30am ch 4.2 |
| 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. | The series is hosted by wildlife expert Casey Anderson and showcases his charismatic animal companions on an innovative and action-packed odyssey through North American wild places. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tue.8am ch 4.4 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Dog Tales is a weekly half hour television series all about dogs and the people who love them. The show features dogs of all sizes, shapes, and breeds from across the United States. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Brady Barr Experience |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 10am ch 4.2 |
| 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. | In the series viewers will go behind the scenes 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 (6 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Outakes |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 9:30am ch 4.3 |
| 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. | The program visits all types of animal sanctuaries and zoos in the United States to explore the world of animals, from camels to lemurs, from rhinos to handicapped pets. Teen viewers learn about the care and living habitats of these various animals and how they survive in the world. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration Weird But True |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat.10:30-11am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 3 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 3 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 3 |
| 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 the team of brother and sister hosts take a look at various strange physical events such as storms, space rocks, archaeology and discover the science behind strange events. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Xploration Weird But True |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/02/2018 11:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-09-01 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Xploration Weird But True |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/15/2018 05:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-07-14 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Xploration Weird But True |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/08/2018 12:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-07-07 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Get Wild |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 8am ch 4.2 / Sat. 9am ch 4.3 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | 26 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The program is a weekly reality series featuring wild animals at the San Diego Zoo. Each episode shows researchers learning about the habitats and unique behaviors to each animal such as living patterns and raising their young. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration Awesome Planet |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat.9-9:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 2 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The program takes an in-depth look at the unique and distinct features on planet Earth. Geological experts share their wisdom with Philippe Cousteau, the grandson of legendary Jacques Cousteau, to help viewers 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 |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Xploration Awesome Planet |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/08/2018 11:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-07-07 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Xploration Awesome Planet |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/14/2018 12:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-07-14 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration Outer Space |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 9:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 2 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The program explores the challenges that come along with living on a different planet as the host lives like an astronaut in a Mars-like habitat. Episodes focus on space robotics, commercial space tourism, asteroids, and the search for life beyond earth and highlight NASA related programs and internships for young students that are relevant to the program's content. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Xploration Outer Space |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/14/2018 01:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-07-14 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Xploration Outer Space |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/08/2018 11:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-07-07 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Think Big |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fri. 8am ch 4.4 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Think Big is a weekly half hour series featuring teen inventors with big ideas and how they work to bring their ideas to fruition. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Real Winning Edge |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat & Sun 9am ch 4.4 |
| 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. | The Real Winning Edge is a weekly half hour series profiling teens who have overcome challenges successfully and who are introduced by celebrities in their field of talent. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | So You Want To Be |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 10am ch 4.3 |
| 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. | The program features teens learning about a wide variety of jobs and career paths as well as what it takes to get ahead in the working world. Each week the program goes on location to an actual working job site, allowing teens an up close and personal experience with a particular occupation. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | America's Heartland |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mon 8am ch 4.4 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | An inside look at the people and processes involved in bringing food fuel and fiber to those in the United States and around the world. Americas Heartland brings viewers compelling stories about farm families and agricultural technology and consumer issues and more. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration Earth 2050 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat.10-10:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 2 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The program looks at what the world may look like in 2050. Episodes will focus on advancements in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and where they may lead us. With the input of scientists, inventors, doctors, science fiction writers, and creative thinkers the program 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 |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Xploration Earth 2050 |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/14/2018 01:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-07-14 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Xploration Earth 2050 |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/08/2018 12:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-07-07 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (16 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Rescue |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wed. 8am ch 4.4 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Animal Rescue is a weekly half hour series about compassionate individuals who come to the aid of animals in distress. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (17 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Missing |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thr. 8am ch 4.4 |
| 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. | The program profiles cases of missing children and young adults from across the United States and the efforts to bring their cases to closure. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (18 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Living Greener |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sun. 9:30am ch 4.3 |
| 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. | The program is a weekly half hour series showcasing the latest inventions and new ideas to help teen viewers work towards a more sustainable future. The program talks to inventors, visionaries, scientists and activists to find out where the planet is headed. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (19 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Zoo Clues |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 8am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 9 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| Number of Preemptions | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 2 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The program groups animal behaviors and physical characteristics into groups from a human point of view. It makes clear that what viewers see is real, natural, and relates to their own life in the real world. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Zoo Clues |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/14/2018 11:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-07-14 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Zoo Clues |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/08/2018 10:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-07-07 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (20 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild About Animals |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 8am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 4 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| 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 episode follows an animal expert in different fields of study as they show and help explain how animals, reptiles and amphibians live, eat and survive in the wild and what steps humans can do to protect each species. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (21 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Food for Thought with Claire Thomas |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 11 & 11:30am ch 4.2 |
| 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. | The program informs and educates teens about the power of food as a tool for exploring new places, meeting new people and learning about different cultures. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (22 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Make TV |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sun. 10am ch 4.3 |
| 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. | The program is a weekly series showing how people transform ordinary junk into amazing creations. While introducing a whole new generation of makers, the program features extraordinary individuals developing extraordinary things. From Tesla coils to t-shirt cannons, from cigar-box guitars to giant video projectors, imagination is turned into reality. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (23 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration DIY Sci |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 11-11:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 9 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 4 |
| 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 host, a science educator and leader in the field of professional educational training, Steve Spangler encourages the discovery of scientific concepts through experiments viewers can do at home. Steve takes viewers through step-by-step demonstrations of do-it-yourself experiments. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Xploration DIY Sci |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/14/2018 04:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-07-14 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Xploration DIY Sci |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/08/2018 01:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-07-07 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Xploration DIY Sci |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/02/2018 12:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-09-01 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Xploration DIY Sci |
| List date and time rescheduled | 08/18/2018 04:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2018-08-18 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (24 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Wildlife Docs |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 9 & 9:30am ch 4.2 |
| 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. | The series follows the surprising, exotic and challenging lives of a veterinary staff that takes care for over 2000 animals from nutrition, preventative care and medical emergencies. |
| 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 | Matt Rankin |
| Address | 3030 Summit Street |
| City | Kansas City |
| State | MO |
| Zip | 64108 |
| Telephone Number | (816) 753-4567 |
| Email Address | matt.rankin@fox4kc.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 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild World |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 8:30am ch 4.2 /Sun.9am ch 4.3 |
| 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. | The program is a weekly reality series focuses on the dedicated people who care for and study the unique wild animals at the San Diego Zoo. The program highlights the living environments and eating habits of the wild animals. |
| Other Matters (2 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Think Big |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fri. 8am ch 4.4 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Think Big is a weekly half-hour series featuring teen inventors with big ideas and the process to bring them to fruition. |
| Other Matters (3 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration Outer Space |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat.9:30-10am |
| 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 explores the challenges that come along with living on a different planet as the host lives like an astronaut in a Mars-like habitat. Episodes focus on space robotics, commercial space tourism, asteroids, and the search for life beyond earth and highlight NASA related programs and internships for young students that are relevant to the program's content. |
| Other Matters (4 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Culture Click |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat.11:30am-12pm ch 4.2 |
| 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 series explores the history and genesis of and the reasons behind cultural events that permeate our everyday lives. |
| Other Matters (5 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Missing |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sun 10am ch 4.3 / Thr. 8am ch 4.4 |
| 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. | The program profiles cases of missing children and young adults from across the United States and the efforts to bring closure. |
| Other Matters (6 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Expedition Wild |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat.10:30-11am ch 4.2 |
| 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 series is hosted by wildlife expert Casey Anderson and showcases his charismatic animal companions on an innovative and action-packed odyssey through North American wild places. |
| Other Matters (7 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Rescue |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 10am ch 4.3 / Wed. 8am ch 4.4 |
| 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. | Animal Rescue is a weekly half hour series about compassionate individuals who come to the aid of animals in distress. |
| Other Matters (8 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration Awesome Planet |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 9-9:30am |
| 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. | The program takes an in-depth look at the unique and distinct features on planet Earth. Geological experts share their wisdom with Philippe Cousteau, the grandson of legendary Jacques Cousteau, to help viewers strive to understand places on the earth, inside the earth, and above the earth. |
| Other Matters (9 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Outakes |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sun.9:30am Ch4.3 |
| 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 visits all types of animal sanctuaries and zoos in the United States to explore the world of animals, from camels to lemurs, from rhinos to handicapped pets. Teen viewers learn about the care and living habitats of these various animals and how they survive in the world. |
| Other Matters (10 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Living Greener |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sun. 9:30am ch 4.3 |
| 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 is a weekly half hour series showcasing the latest inventions and new ideas to help teen viewers work towards a more sustainable future. The program talks to inventors, visionaries, scientists and activists to find out where the planet is headed. |
| Other Matters (11 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Food for Thought with Claire Thomas |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat.11-11:30am ch4.2 |
| 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 informs and educates teens about the power of food as a tool for exploring new places, meeting new people and learning about different cultures. |
| Other Matters (12 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration Nature Knows Best |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 8:30-9am |
| 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 focuses on the attributes of animals such as hunting, nesting, flight and demonstrates how humans can learn from these animal traits and apply them to their own lives. |
| Other Matters (13 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Wildlife Docs |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat.9-9:30am / 9:30-10am ch 4.2 |
| 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. | The series follows the surprising, exotic and challenging lives of a veterinary staff that takes care for over 2000 animals from nutrition, preventative care and medical emergencies. |
| Other Matters (14 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration Weird But True |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat.10:30-11am |
| 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 the team of brother and sister hosts take a look at various strange physical events such as storms, space rocks, archaeology and discover the science behind strange events. |
| Other Matters (15 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Get Wild |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 8am ch 4.2 / Sat.9am ch 4.3 |
| 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. | The program is a weekly reality series featuring wild animals at the San Diego Zoo. Each episode shows researchers learning about the habitats and unique behaviors to each animal such as living patterns and raising their young. |
| Other Matters (16 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Outback Adventure |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 11am ch 4.2 |
| 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 ages 13-16, this educational and informational program is hosted by wildlife expert Tim Faulkner. Viewers will be provided an eye-opening experience as Tim, animal expert and wildlife park operations manager, showcases the beauty and wonder of the natural world. Audiences will be brought closer to the natural world as Tim explores the habitats and adventures of creatures of all sizes, including a giant Galapagos tortoise, a baby wombat, the flying fox, and even a newly discovered species of birds. |
| Other Matters (17 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild About Animals |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 8-8:30am |
| 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 episode follows an animal expert in different fields of study as they show and help explain how animals, reptiles and amphibians live, eat and survive in the wild and what steps humans can do to protect each species. |
| Other Matters (18 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Real Winning Edge |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sun 7am & 7:30am ch 4.4 |
| 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. | The Real Winning Edge is a weekly half hour series profiling teens who have overcome challenges successfully and who are introduced by celebrities in their field of talent. |
| Other Matters (19 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Make TV |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sun. 10am ch 4.3 |
| 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 is a weekly series showing how people transform ordinary junk into amazing creations. While introducing a whole new generation of makers, the program features extraordinary individuals developing extraordinary things. From Tesla coils to t-shirt cannons, from cigar-box guitars to giant video projectors, imagination is turned into reality. |
| Other Matters (20 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration Earth 2050 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 10-10:30am |
| 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. | The program looks at what the world may look like in 2050. Episodes will focus on advancements in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and where they may lead us. With the input of scientists, inventors, doctors, science fiction writers, and creative thinkers the program tackles future challenges in everything from transportation to health care to the environment. |
| Other Matters (21 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Brady Barr Experience |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat.10-10:30am ch 4.2 |
| 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. | In the series viewers will go behind the scenes 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. |
| Other Matters (22 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | So You Want To Be |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat. 10am ch 4.3 |
| 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 features teens learning about a wide variety of jobs and career paths as well as what it takes to get ahead in the working world. Each week it goes on location to an actual working job site, allowing teens an up close and personal experience with a particular occupation. |
| Other Matters (23 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration DIY Sci |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat.11-11:30am |
| 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. | The host, a science educator and leader in the field of professional educational training , Steve Spangler, encourages the discovery of scientific concepts through experiments viewers can do at home. Steve takes viewers through step-by-step demonstrations of do-it-yourself experiments. |
| Other Matters (24 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tue. 8am ch 4.4 |
| 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 is a weekly half hour television series all about dogs and the people who love them. The show features dogs of all sizes, shapes, and breeds from across the United States. |
| Other Matters (25 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | American's Heartland |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mon. 8am ch 4.4 |
| 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. | An inside look at the people and processes involved in bringing food, fuel, and fiber to those in the United States and around the world. Americas Heartland brings viewers compelling stories about farm families, agricultural technology, consumer issues, and more. |
| Other Matters (26 of 26) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | All In With Laila Ali |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 9am & 9:30am ch 4.2 |
| 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. | All In with Laila Ali is a weekly half hour series that delves into the world of sports, culture, travel and adventure. Each week host Laila Ali profiles inspirational people and showcases their extraordinary achievements. |
| 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. |
Matthew Rankin Program Manager 10/10/2018 |
