Section | Question | Response |
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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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GRAY TELEVISION LICENSEE, LLC Doing Business As: GRAY TELEVISION LICENSEE, LLC |
WDBJ 4370 PEACHTREE ROAD, NE ATLANTA, GA 30319 United States |
+1 (404) 266-8333 |
robert.folliard@gray.tv |
Company |
Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
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Joseph M Davis , P.E. . Consulting Engineer Chesapeake RF Consultants, LLC |
207 Old Dominion Road Yorktown, VA 23692 United States |
+1 (703) 650-9600 |
Joseph.Davis@RF-consultants.com |
Technical Representative |
Sam Hariton Widelity, Inc. |
4031 University Drive Fairfax, VA 22030 United States |
+1 (339) 222-8107 |
sam.hariton@widelity.com |
Compliance & Project Management |
Joan Stewart Wiley Rein LLP |
Joan Steward 1776 K Street NW Washington, DC 20006 United States |
+1 (202) 719-7438 |
jstewart@wileyrein.com |
Legal Representative |
Section | Question | Response |
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Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
Affiliated network | MyNetwork | |
Nielsen DMA | Roanoke-Lynchburg | |
Web Home Page Address | www.wdbj7.com |
Question | Response |
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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 | 0.0 |
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: | 0.0 |
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 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 9:30-10:00am |
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. | Ever wanted your own personal tour guide to the world of animals? Dream of dancing with Wolves, running with the bulls or flying with the eagles? From cheetahs to chimpanzees, from snakes to snails, from baboons to bears, Animal Exploration with Jerod Miller brings viewers up close and personal with the most fascinating members of the animal kingdom. Exciting, surprising, and fun, Animal Exploration entertains, informs and inspires viewers as Jarod interacts with creatures in unexpected ways. Come along with Jarod to the nearest and farthest corners of the globe as well as to your local zoo, as he explores the human/animal interaction in the face of ever-changing world. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (2 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Jack Hanna's Into the Wild |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 10:00-10:30am |
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. | Emmy-winning Jack Hanna's Into the Wild takes viewers on excursions around the world through the eyes of America's most beloved animal adventurer and his family. More than just a collection of animal escapades, Into the Wild provides insight into the protection and conservation of some of our planet's most precious and endangered species. Into the Wild is unscripted and action packed--it takes you on a raucous ride, leaving you with a renewed appreciation for all creatures, great and small. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (3 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Jewels of the Natural World |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 10:30-11:00 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. | Produced for viewers aged 13-16, and the whole family, Jewels of the Natural World is an incredible celebration of nature. Hosted by Nicole Gibbons this breathtaking series will give viewers as passport to discover some of the most fascinating animals on our planet. Audiences will have a unique platform to see these wild animals up close, observing them in their natural habitat. Jewels of the Natural World will explore natural wonders of the world, including the Great Land migration in Africa of millions of wildebeests. Also, viewers will learn more about the struggle for survival for many of Africa's iconic animal species such as hippos, cheetahs, and elephants. Jewels of Natural World will uncover these amazing facts of nature and teach audiences more about our fascinating natural world. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (4 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Sports Stars of Tomorrow |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 11:00-11:30am |
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. | Sports Stars of Tomorrow present inspirational and motivational profiles of the top rookie, college and high-school talent in sports. Also features some of the biggest names in sports who share their experiences, advice and personal impressions of the road to stardom. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (5 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Rock the Park (II) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 10:00-10:30am |
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. | Rock the Park is a weekly half-hour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair r with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series out hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. Viewers will witness the fascinating underwater world of Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida , which is home to the world's most unique coral and marine life. They'll watch as Jack and Colton raft their way through Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, spotting the region's famous brown bears. Viewers will reach new heights as Jack and Colton embark on their biggest climbing challenge yet--The Grand in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (6 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Wonderama (II) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12:30-1:00pm |
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. | The magic of Wonderama was re-launched in January 2017. The history of Wonderama is energized with a new modern thirty-minute format for Fall 2017. Once again Wonderama will deliver to teens-their world, their way-through a totally interactive and immersive experience. Wonderama's general educational mission is to create a program environment that promotes the growth and development of teens. The goal of Wonderama is to construct a learning environment that uses broadcast television and supportive online media to engage teens and motivate their awareness through examples of community involvement, artistic performance and targeted educational segments. Educational materials will be framed within specific program segments. These weekly segments will be available to our audiences both in show and online. Topics will utilize themes from popular culture and common experience, in order to encourage learning from simple to complex and to reveal educational and teaching moments from everyday life. Meaningful content and active relationships provide the basis for learning. Wonderama will focus on subject categories in support of the overarching construct experience: STEM, Culinary Skills, Financial Literacy, Community Involvement and the Performing Arts. The diverse and dynamic group young people and experts appearing each week on Wonderama provide the enthusiasm to inform teens and their families about important issues and life skills. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (7 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Wonderama (I) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 12:00-12:30pm |
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. | The magic of Wonderama was re-launched in January 2017. The history of Wonderama is energized with a new modern thirty-minute format for Fall 2017. Once again Wonderama will deliver to teens-their world, their way-through a totally interactive and immersive experience. Wonderama's general educational mission is to create a program environment that promotes the growth and development of teens. The goal of Wonderama is to construct a learning environment that uses broadcast television and supportive online media to engage teens and motivate their awareness through examples of community involvement, artistic performance and targeted educational segments. Educational materials will be framed within specific program segments. These weekly segments will be available to our audiences both in show and online. Topics will utilize themes from popular culture and common experience, in order to encourage learning from simple to complex and to reveal educational and teaching moments from everyday life. Meaningful content and active relationships provide the basis for learning. Wonderama will focus on subject categories in support of the overarching construct experience: STEM, Culinary Skills, Financial Literacy, Community Involvement and the Performing Arts. The diverse and dynamic group young people and experts appearing each week on Wonderama provide the enthusiasm to inform teens and their families about important issues and life skills. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (8 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Laura McKenzie's Traveler |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 10:30-11:00am |
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. | Laura McKenzie takes travelers to exotic and everyday locations with class and common sense. She asks and answers all the important travel questions. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (9 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Rock the Park (I) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 9:30-10:00am |
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. | Rock the Park is a weekly half-hour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair r with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series out hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. Viewers will witness the fascinating underwater world of Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida , which is home to the world's most unique coral and marine life. They'll watch as Jack and Colton raft their way through Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, spotting the region's famous brown bears. Viewers will reach new heights as Jack and Colton embark on their biggest climbing challenge yet--The Grand in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (10 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Real Life 101 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 9:00-9:30am |
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. | Have you ever wondered what you might want to do for the rest of your life? Well, Real Life 101, which is aimed at teens and young adults, introduces you to real people doing real jobs. From doctors, lawyers, and veterinarians to career counselors, drug counselors, Lipizzaner stallion trainers, and special effects directors, we cover them all. Join our energetic host Shawn, Krystal, and A.J. for a weekly half hour of fun and entertainment. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, and has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission rules. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (11 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Ocean Mysteries 2 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 8:30-9:00am |
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. | The half-hour weekly series, Ocean Mysteries, offers a fresh approach to the quest for aquatic understanding by blending stories of fascinating sea creatures, comparisons to popular land animals, and analogies to human experience. Hosted by Jeff Corwin, Ocean Mysteries is produced for ages 13-16-and beyond-by showing how animals share the same behaviors, challenges and triumphs that humans do. From exciting rescues of abandoned animals to unexpected conflicts in the 'family dynamics' of the mingling species, viewers will get to know-and care-about these heroes, and all of the fascinating life teeming in our oceans. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (12 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Outback Adventures |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 9:00am-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. | This is a live action, half-hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. 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 newly discovered species of birds. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (13 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Ocean Mysteries 1 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 8:00-8:30am |
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. | The half-hour weekly series, Ocean Mysteries, offers a fresh approach to the quest for aquatic understanding by blending stories of fascinating sea creatures, comparisons to popular land animals, and analogies to human experience. Hosted by Jeff Corwin, Ocean Mysteries is produced for ages 13-16-and beyond-by showing how animals share the same behaviors, challenges and triumphs that humans do. From exciting rescues of abandoned animals to unexpected conflicts in the 'family dynamics' of the mingling species, viewers will get to know-and care-about these heroes, and all of the fascinating life teeming in our oceans. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Question | Response |
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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 Pumo |
Address | 2807 Hershberger Road |
City | Roanoke |
State | VA |
Zip | 24017 |
Telephone Number | (540) 777-3200 |
Email Address | mpumo@wdbj7.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 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Wonderama (I) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 12:00-12:30pm (airs on 24.1) |
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 magic of Wonderama was re-launched in January 2017. The history of Wonderama is energized with a new modern thirty-minute format for Fall 2017. Once again Wonderama will deliver to teens-their world, their way-through a totally interactive and immersive experience. Wonderama's general educational mission is to create a program environment that promotes the growth and development of teens. The goal of Wonderama is to construct a learning environment that uses broadcast television and supportive online media to engage teens and motivate their awareness through examples of community involvement, artistic performance and targeted educational segments. Educational materials will be framed within specific program segments. These weekly segments will be available to our audiences both in show and online. Topics will utilize themes from popular culture and common experience, in order to encourage learning from simple to complex and to reveal educational and teaching moments from everyday life. Meaningful content and active relationships provide the basis for learning. Wonderama will focus on subject categories in support of the overarching construct experience: STEM, Culinary Skills, Financial Literacy, Community Involvement and the Performing Arts. The diverse and dynamic group young people and experts appearing each week on Wonderama provide the enthusiasm to inform teens and their families about important issues and life skills. |
Other Matters (2 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Rock the Park (II) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 10:00-10:30am (airs on 24.1) |
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 is a weekly half-hour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series out hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. Viewers will witness the fascinating underwater world of Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida, which is home to the world's most unique coral and marine life. They'll watch as Jack and Colton raft their way through Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, spotting the region's famous brown bears. Viewers will reach new heights as Jack and Colton embark on their biggest climbing challenge yet--The Grand Teton in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. |
Other Matters (3 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Sports Stars of Tomorrow |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 11:00-11:30am (airs on 24.1) |
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. | Sports Stars of Tomorrow presents inspirational and motivational profiles of the top rookie, college and high-school talent in sports. Also features some of the biggest names in sports who share their experiences, advice and personal impressions of the road to stardom. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Other Matters (4 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Rock the Park (I) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 9:30-10:00am (airs on 24.1) |
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 is a weekly half-hour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series out hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. Viewers will witness the fascinating underwater world of Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida, which is home to the world's most unique coral and marine life. They'll watch as Jack and Colton raft their way through Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, spotting the region's famous brown bears. Viewers will reach new heights as Jack and Colton embark on their biggest climbing challenge yet--The Grand Teton in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. |
Other Matters (5 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Real Life 101 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 9:00-9:30am (airs on 24.1) |
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. | Have you ever wondered what you might want to do for the rest of your life? Well, Real Life 101, which is aimed at teens and young adults, introduces you to real people doing real jobs. From doctors, lawyers, and veterinarians to career counselors, drug counselors, Lipizzaner stallion trainers, and special effects directors, we cover them all. Join our energetic host Shawn, Krystal, and A.J. for a weekly half hour of fun and entertainment. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, and has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission rules. |
Other Matters (6 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Jack Hanna's Into the Wild |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 10:00-10:30am (airs on 24.1) |
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. | Emmy-winning Jack Hanna's Into the Wild takes viewers on excursions around the world through the eyes of America's most beloved animal adventurer and his family. More than just a collection of animal escapades, Into the Wild provides insight into the protection and conservation of some of our planet's most precious and endangered species. Into the Wild is unscripted and action packed--it takes you on a raucous ride, leaving you with a renewed appreciation for all creatures, great and small. |
Other Matters (7 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Outback Adventures |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 9:00-9:30am (airs on 24.1) |
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 is a live action, half-hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. 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, showcase 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 (8 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Wonderama (II) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 12:30-1:00pm (airs on 24.1) |
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 magic of Wonderama was re-launched in January 2017. The history of Wonderama is energized with a new modern thirty-minute format for Fall 2017. Once again Wonderama will deliver to teens-their world, their way-through a totally interactive and immersive experience. Wonderama's general educational mission is to create a program environment that promotes the growth and development of teens. The goal of Wonderama is to construct a learning environment that uses broadcast television and supportive online media to engage teens and motivate their awareness through examples of community involvement, artistic performance and targeted educational segments. Educational materials will be framed within specific program segments. These weekly segments will be available to our audiences both in show and online. Topics will utilize themes from popular culture and common experience, in order to encourage learning from simple to complex and to reveal educational and teaching moments from everyday life. Meaningful content and active relationships provide the basis for learning. Wonderama will focus on subject categories in support of the overarching construct experience: STEM, Culinary Skills, Financial Literacy, Community Involvement and the Performing Arts. The diverse and dynamic group young people and experts appearing each week on Wonderama provide the enthusiasm to inform teens and their families about important issues and life skills. |
Other Matters (9 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 9:30am-10:00am (airs on 24.1) |
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. | Ever wanted your own personal tour guide to the world of animals? Dream of dancing with Wolves, running with the bulls or flying with the eagles? From cheetahs to chimpanzees, from snakes to snails, from baboons to bears, Animal Exploration with Jerod Miller brings viewers up close and personal with the most fascinating members of the animal kingdom. Exciting, surprising, and fun, Animal Exploration entertains, informs and inspires viewers as Jarod interacts with creatures in unexpected ways. Come along with Jarod to the nearest and farthest corners of the globe as well as to your local zoo, as he explores the human/animal interaction in the face of ever-changing world. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Other Matters (10 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Jewels of the Natural World |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 10:30-11:00am (airs on 24.1) |
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 viewers aged 13-16, and the whole family, Jewels of the Natural World is an incredible celebration of nature. Hosted by Nicole Gibbons this breathtaking series will give viewers as passport to discover some of the most fascinating animals on our planet. Audiences will have a unique platform to see these wild animals up close, observing them in their natural habitat. Jewels of the Natural World will explore natural wonders of the world, including the Great Land migration in Africa of millions of wildebeests. Also, viewers will learn more about the struggle for survival for many of Africa's iconic animal species such as hippos, cheetahs, and elephants. Jewels of Natural World will uncover these amazing facts of nature and teach audiences more about our fascinating natural world. |
Other Matters (11 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Ocean's Mysteries (II) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 8:30-9:00am (airs 24.1) |
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 half-hour weekly series, Ocean Mysteries, offers a fresh approach to the quest for aquatic understanding by blending stories of fascinating sea creatures, comparisons to popular land animals, and analogies to human experience. Hosted by Jeff Corwin, Ocean Mysteries is produced for ages 13-16-and beyond-by showing how animals share the same behaviors, challenges and triumphs that humans do. From exciting rescues of abandoned animals to unexpected conflicts in the 'family dynamics' of the mingling species, viewers will get to know-and care-about these heroes, and all of the fascinating life teeming in our oceans. |
Other Matters (12 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Ocean's Mysteries (I) |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 8:00-8:30am (airs 24.1) |
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 half-hour weekly series, Ocean Mysteries, offers a fresh approach to the quest for aquatic understanding by blending stories of fascinating sea creatures, comparisons to popular land animals, and analogies to human experience. Hosted by Jeff Corwin, Ocean Mysteries is produced for ages 13-16-and beyond-by showing how animals share the same behaviors, challenges and triumphs that humans do. From exciting rescues of abandoned animals to unexpected conflicts in the 'family dynamics' of the mingling species, viewers will get to know-and care-about these heroes, and all of the fascinating life teeming in our oceans. |
Other Matters (13 of 13) | Response |
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Program Title | Laura McKenzie's Traveler |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 10:30-11:00am (airs on 24.1) |
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. | Laura McKenzie takes travelers to exotic and everyday locations with class and common sense. She asks and answers all the important travel questions. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
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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. |
Mary Overfelt Traffic Coordinator 01/10/2019 |