| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | No |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
ION TELEVISION LICENSE, LLC Doing Business As: ION TELEVISION LICENSE, LLC |
601 CLEARWATER PARK ROAD WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33401 United States |
+1 (561) 682-4110 |
BIANCAFRYE@IONMEDIA.COM |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Bianca Frye ION Media Networks, Inc. |
601 Clearwater Park Road West Palm Beach, FL 33401 United States |
+1 (561) 682-4110 |
BiancaFrye@ionmedia.com |
Paralegal |
|
Mark Ruppert Director, Support Engineering ION Media Networks, Inc. |
Mark Ruppoert 14444 66th Street N Clearwater, FL 33764 United States |
+1 (727) 533-2707 |
MarkRuppert@ionmedia.com |
Technical Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | ION | |
| Nielsen DMA | Spokane | |
| Web Home Page Address | ionmedia.com/business/stations |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 3.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream | 840.0 |
| 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: | 68.0 |
| 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 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wibbly Pig E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 10:00 am and 10:30 am PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Total times aired | 130 |
| 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 | 2 years to 4 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Wibbly Pig is an animated series for children 2 to 4 years of age. The program is curious and creative and takes Wibbly Pig on adventures with his stuffed toys Piggly, Flop, and Dimple. There is the off-camera voice of a little girl that asks questions and engages with Wibbly and turns everyday tasks into fun and imaginative new things. The series offers a simple format about using your imagination for fun and adventure. It encourages curiosity and works hard to engage with the child viewer at home. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Timothy Goes to School E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 9:00 am and 9:30 am PT (April 1 - April 26) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 40 |
| Total times aired | 40 |
| 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 | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The program's primary focus is on events at an elementary school filled with animal children and their teachers. The title character and his classmates are a recurring group of diverse creatures. The challenges in each episode are usually social or ethical dilemma with viewers learning about honesty, responsibility, friendship and other prosocial behavior. The programs illustrate that children can overcome new obstacles, accept the difference of others, become aware of their responsibilities and support and help those in need. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Monkey See Monkey Do E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Friday / 11:00 am and 11:30 am PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Total times aired | 130 |
| 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 | 2 years to 4 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Monkey See Monkey Do is an animated live action series for 2 to 4 year olds. In each episode the monkey host finds himself in a new animal environment and speaks directly to the child viewer pointing out the ways in which an animal moves. Live-action children are taught the movements and eventually everyone is dancing to a song that talks about the day's animal. The program is highly educational and the lessons support a child's learning and encourages active rather than passive viewing. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Science E/I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays / 9:00 am and 9:30 am ET/PT |
| 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. | Animal Science is a half hour educational and informational program that provides interesting factoids about a variety of animals. It is specifically produced for the 13 to 16 year old age group, but is also a highly entertaining program for a more general audience. The program's quick moving segments, and cool graphics is sure to capture the interest of the intended audience. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dive Olly Dive E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 12:00 pm and 12:30 pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Total times aired | 130 |
| 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 | 4 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Dive Olly Dive offers a collection of boy and girl characters each with their own unique characteristics and strengths. Skid, although something of a bully, comes around in each episode and is never cruel. The team is supportive of one another and lessons of predicting, considering and discovering are cleverly interwoven into an entertaining storyline. Although the series is standard in terms of story telling, that is, it does not incorporate some of the elements that we know extend a series' power in terms of teaching, Dive Olly Dive offers relatable characters and episodes that are clearly created with the intention of supporting a child's learning. In particular this series supports a child's social development and problem solving skills. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Miss Spider's Sunny Patch Friends E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 7:00 am and 7:30 am PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Total times aired | 130 |
| 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 | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This is a brightly animated program for children 2 to 5 years of age. The story takes place in the world of bugs. Bugs of all sorts (seemingly orphaned) have come together as an "adopted" family. Together they discover new things, overcome obstacles, appreciate and accept each other's differences, and learn about the world around them. The educational aim is to teach not only about diversity but also social-emotional lessons, lessons about the meaning of family, and lessons about compassion for others and all creatures. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Zoo Clues E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays / 7pm, 7:30pm, 8pm, 8:30pm, 9pm, 9:30pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 78 |
| Total times aired | 78 |
| 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. | Zoo Clues is a 30 minute program specifically created for young people between the ages of 13 and 16. The program's presentation mix of narration, visuals, and very well chosen topics delivers education and information while it entertains. Zoo Clues will leave viewers with a meaningful perspective about animals and meaningful comparison to their own human characteristics. The show's clever narration links disparate information together in a way that always 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 |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Now Eat this with Rocco DiSpirito E/I ION |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays / 8am, 8:30am, 9am PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 39 |
| Total times aired | 39 |
| 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 this appealing show, award-winning chef Rocco DiSpirito transforms America's favorite comfort foods into deliciously healthy dishes -- all with zero bad carbs, zero bad fats, zero sugar, and maximum flavor. What's more, Rocco provides time-saving shortcuts, helpful personal advice, and nutritional breakdowns for each recipe from a board-certified nutritionist. So prepare your favorite foods without the guilt. Finally, a world-class chef has made healthy food taste great! |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Fishtronaut E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 10:00 am and 10:30 am PT (April 29 - June 28) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 90 |
| Total times aired | 90 |
| 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 | 3 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Fishtronaut is a secret agent fish that wears a spacesuit so he can leave his home in Quiet Lake and explore the world outside the water in Smiling Trees Park. All sorts of environmental and nature-related mysteries pop up. With his friends, Marina (an 8 year old girl) and Zeek (a pre-teen monkey), the mysteries are always solved. In each episode, viewers are invited to clap and dance along with the cast to help reveal clues locked inside a magical multicolored ball. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Monster Math Squad E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 1:00 pm and 1:30 pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Total times aired | 130 |
| 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 | 3 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Monster Math Squad is a bright and lively animated series for preschoolers. The same wacky monster characters repeat from episode to episode and the format of each episode is the same. This repetition of characters and format increase the viewer's comfort with the series allowing pre-existing schemas to be activated and supporting viewer's learning of the content being offered. Repetition of the academic content is also consistent. The challenge is made early on. The lesson is taught. We are reminded of the lesson and how to use the mathematical concept. And, at the end, we are reminded of what we learned. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Thomas Edison's Secret Lab E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 5:00pm and 5:30 pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Total times aired | 130 |
| 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 | 8 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Thomas Edison's Secret Lab presents accurate, age appropriate scientific principles and concepts by portraying appealing young role models with whom young viewers can easily identify, in clever, comedic and wildly visual science based problem situations. It explores in the context of can do enthusiasm that characterized Thomas Edison's life and experiences. It invites young viewers to join in the adventure of science by making it interesting, challenging, and fun. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Pirates Adventures In Art E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays / 7am, 7:30am,8am, 8:30am, 9am, 9:30am, 10am, 10:30 am PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 104 |
| Total times aired | 104 |
| 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 | 4 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Pirates Adventures in Art is an exciting and colorful animated series likely to appeal to 4 to 7 year olds. The format of the series is basically the same from episode to episode: the pirates uncover a new art technique, the evil queen finds out where they are and sends her soldiers to steal the encyclopedia, the pirates use their newly learned art technique to foil the evil plan. The series is clear in its presentation of the primary lesson (the value of visual art), the lesson is repeated and well incorporated into the storyline, engaging to young viewers, and important to a child's development. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Secret Millionaire's Club E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 4:00 pm and 4:30 pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Total times aired | 130 |
| 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 | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Secret Millionaire's Club is designed to stimulate curiosity about, interest in, and knowledge of the world of economics, business, and financial literacy among 8-12 year olds. It invites children to follow the antics and adventures of four entrepreneurial teens as they discover the basics of smart, responsible money-management, then use that knowledge to help others. In this animated series, Warren Buffett acts as a mentor to this group of kids who have international adventures in business, and meet some very interesting guest stars along the way including Jay-Z, Shaquille ONeal, Nick Cannon, Kelly Rowland, Bill Gates, and more. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Maggie and the Ferocious Beast E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 8:00 am and 8:30 am PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Total times aired | 130 |
| 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 | 2 years to 4 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This animated series has three main characters that appear in every episode. Together these characters find themselves in strange and fanciful predicaments and in each episode they must think their way out of the situation. Each episode models social-emotional lessons (e.g., helping, apologizing, thinking of ways to make amends and even acceptance for the differences of others). Maggie and the Ferocious Beast provides 2- to 4-year olds with positive social-emotional lessons within a sweet and imaginary world. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Giver E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 2:00 pm and 2:30 pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Total times aired | 130 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 6 years to 9 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Giver is a live action series suitable for children 6 to 9. In each episode the young adult host enlists the help of children in the area to work together to improve playgrounds in their community. Together, the children select a theme for the new playground and make decisions on how to make their park great. The lesson of this series support a child's social and emotional development and encourages volunteerism and teamwork. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (16 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Zoo Clues E/I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays / 10:00 am and 10:30 am ET/PT |
| 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. | Zoo Clues is a 30 minute program specifically created for young people between the ages of 13 and 16. The program's presentation mix of narration, visuals, and very well chosen topics delivers education and information while it entertains. Zoo Clues will leave viewers with a meaningful perspective about animals and meaningful comparison to their own human characteristics. The show's clever narration links disparate information together in a way that always 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 |
| Digital Core Program (17 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Safari Tracks E/I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays / 8:00 am and 8:30 am ET/PT |
| 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. | Safari Tracks is a thirty minute program designed for a young audience range of 13 to 16 year olds that highlights the informational and educational aspects of the animal kingdom in the given environment of Africa. The series lends itself respect to the natural world and initiates discussion of issues relating to that world and encourages drawing of conclusions based upon information presented. The programs concluding segment contains a sardonically toned mock quiz that serves as reinforcement and review of the material covered in the program. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (18 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | On the Spot E/I ION Life |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays / 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 39 |
| Total times aired | 39 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Each episode of On the Spot is a lightning fast game of entertaining trivia from different categories, including: untold history, globetrotting, origins, supernatural, in sickness and in health, myths, now and then, record setters, mad science and bad ideas. Well-researched facts on high interest topics delivered with bright, fast, visuals will feed the interests of a broad audience group, but the approach does particularly well for the 13-16 year-old target audience. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (19 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Look Kool E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 3:00 pm and 3:30 pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Total times aired | 130 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 6 years to 9 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Look Kool is a 30 minute program designed for children 6 to 9. On every episode, the male host, Hamza, interacts with an animated robot cat, a historical guest (played by Hamza in costume), children, and other animated creatures. The basic premise of the show is the idea that math is everywhere and each episode includes real children who help Hamza solve mathematical or scientific curiosities. Look Kool works hard to highlight for learners the link between the lesson and real life in order to activate and keep the children's interest. Live action children in real world settings put the lesson of the episode into action by seeking its value within everyday life. Look Kool is a highly educational program and speaks to the curious minds and active imaginations of elementary age kids and encourages the transfer of knowledge out into one's everyday life. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (20 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Safari Tracks E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays / 7pm, 7:30pm, 8pm, 8:30pm, 9pm, 9:30pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 78 |
| Total times aired | 78 |
| 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. | Safari Tracks is a thirty minute program designed for a young audience range of 13 to 16 year olds that highlights the informational and educational aspects of the animal kingdom in the given environment of Africa. The series lends itself respect to the natural world and initiates discussion of issues relating to that world and encourages drawing of conclusions based upon information presented. The programs concluding segment contains a sardonically toned mock quiz that serves as reinforcement and review of the material covered in the program. |
| 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 | Bianca Frye |
| Address | 601 Clearwater Park Road |
| City | West Palm Beach |
| State | FL |
| Zip | 33401 |
| Telephone Number | (561) 682-4110 |
| Email Address | BiancaFrye@ionmedia.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 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Giver E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 2:00 pm and 2:30 pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 6 years to 9 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Giver is a live action series suitable for children 6 to 9. In each episode the young adult host enlists the help of children in the area to work together to improve playgrounds in their community. Together, the children select a theme for the new playground and make decisions on how to make their park great. The lesson of this series support a child's social and emotional development and encourages volunteerism and teamwork. |
| Other Matters (2 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dive Olly Dive E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 12:00 pm and 12:30 pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 4 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Dive Olly Dive offers a collection of boy and girl characters each with their own unique characteristics and strengths. Skid, although something of a bully, comes around in each episode and is never cruel. The team is supportive of one another and lessons of predicting, considering and discovering are cleverly interwoven into an entertaining storyline. Although the series is standard in terms of story telling, that is, it does not incorporate some of the elements that we know extend a series' power in terms of teaching, Dive Olly Dive offers relatable characters and episodes that are clearly created with the intention of supporting a child's learning. In particular this series supports a child's social development and problem solving skills. |
| Other Matters (3 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Science E/I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays / 9:00 am and 9:30 am ET/PT |
| 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 Science is a half hour educational and informational program that provides interesting factoids about a variety of animals. It is specifically produced for the 13 to 16 year old age group, but is also a highly entertaining program for a more general audience, in particular younger children ages 8 to 12. The program's quick moving segments, and cool graphics is sure to capture the interest of the intended audience. |
| Other Matters (4 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Miss Spider's Sunny Patch Friends E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 7:00 am and 7:30 am PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This is a brightly animated program for children 2 to 5 years of age. The story takes place in the world of bugs. Bugs of all sorts (seemingly orphaned) have come together as an adopted family. Together they discover new things, overcome obstacles, appreciate and accept each other's differences, and learn about the world around them. The educational aim is to teach not only about diversity but also social emotional lessons, lessons about the meaning of family, and lessons about compassion for others and all creatures. |
| Other Matters (5 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Now Eat this With Rocco DiSpirito E/I ION Life |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays / 8am, 8:30am, 9am PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 39 |
| 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 this appealing show, award-winning chef Rocco DiSpirito transforms America's favorite comfort foods into deliciously healthy dishes -- all with zero bad carbs, zero bad fats, zero sugar, and maximum flavor. What's more, Rocco provides time-saving shortcuts, helpful personal advice, and nutritional breakdowns for each recipe from a board-certified nutritionist. So prepare your favorite foods without the guilt. Finally, a world-class chef has made healthy food taste great! |
| Other Matters (6 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Monster Math Squad E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 1:00 pm and 1:30 pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Monster Math Squad is a bright and lively animated series for preschoolers . The same wacky monster characters repeat from episode to episode and the format of each episode is the same. This repetition of characters and format increase the viewer's comfort with the series allowing pre-existing schemas to be activated and supporting viewer's learning of the content being offered. Repetition of the academic content is also consistent. The challenge is made early on. The lesson is taught. We are reminded of the lesson and how to use the mathematical concept. And, at the end, we are reminded of what we learned. |
| Other Matters (7 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Maggie and the Ferocious Beast E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 8:00 am and 8:30 am PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 4 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This animated series has three main characters that appear in every episode. Together these characters find themselves in strange and fanciful predicaments and in each episode they must think their way out of the situation. Each episode models social-emotional lessons (e.g., helping, apologizing, thinking of ways to make amends and even acceptance for the differences of others). Maggie and the Ferocious Beast provides 2- to 4-year olds with positive social-emotional lessons within a sweet and imaginary world. |
| Other Matters (8 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Monkey See Monkey Do E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 11:00 am and 11:30 am PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 4 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Monkey See Monkey Do is an animated live action series for 2 to 4 year olds. In each episode the monkey host finds himself in a new animal environment and speaks directly to the child viewer pointing out the ways in which an animal moves. Live-action children are taught the movements and eventually everyone is dancing to a song that talks about the day's animal. The program is highly educational and the lessons support a child's learning and encourages active rather than passive viewing. |
| Other Matters (9 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | On the Spot E/I ION Life |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays / 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, 11am PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 52 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Each episode of On the Spot is a lightning fast game of entertaining trivia from different categories, including: untold history, globetrotting, origins, supernatural, in sickness and in health, myths, now and then, record setters, mad science and bad ideas. Well-researched facts on high interest topics delivered with bright, fast, visuals will feed the interests of a broad audience group, but the approach does particularly well for the 13-16 year-old target audience. |
| Other Matters (10 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Safari Tracks E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays / 7pm, 7:30pm, 8pm, 8:30pm, 9pm, 9:30pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 78 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Safari Tracks is a thirty minute program designed for a young audience range of 13 to 16 year olds that highlights the informational and educational aspects of the animal kingdom in the given environment of Africa. The series lends itself respect to the natural world and initiates discussion of issues relating to that world and encourages drawing of conclusions based upon information presented. The programs concluding segment contains a sardonically toned mock quiz that serves as reinforcement and review of the material covered in the program. |
| Other Matters (11 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Zoo Clues E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays / 7pm, 7:30pm, 8pm, 8:30pm, 9pm, 9:30pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 78 |
| 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. | Zoo Clues is a 30 minute program specifically created for young people between the ages of 13 and 16. The program's presentation mix of narration, visuals, and very well chosen topics delivers education and information while it entertains. Zoo Clues will leave viewers with a meaningful perspective about animas and meaningful comparison to their own human characteristics. The show's clever narration links disparate information together in a way that always makes clear that what viewers see is real, natural, and relates to their own life in the real world. |
| Other Matters (12 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Safari Tracks E/I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays / 8:00 am and 8:30 am ET/PT |
| 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. | Safari Tracks is a thirty minute program designed for a young audience range of 13 to 16 year olds that highlights the informational and educational aspects of the animal kingdom in the given environment of Africa. The series lends itself respect to the natural world and initiates discussion of issues relating to that world and encourages drawing of conclusions based upon information presented. The programs concluding segment contains a sardonically toned mock quiz that serves as reinforcement and review of the material covered in the program. |
| Other Matters (13 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Thomas Edison's Secret Lab E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 5:00 pm and 5:30 pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Thomas Edison's Secret Lab presents accurate, age appropriate scientific principles and concepts by portraying appealing young role models with whom young viewers can easily identify, in clever, comedic and wildly visual science based problem situations. It explores in the context of can do enthusiasm that characterized Thomas Edison's life and experiences. It invites young viewers to join in the adventure of science by making it interesting, challenging, and fun. |
| Other Matters (14 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Pirates Adventures In Art E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays / 7am, 7:30am, 8am, 8:30am, 9am, 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 104 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 4 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Pirates Adventures in Art is an exciting and colorful animated series likely to appeal to 4 to 7 year olds. The format of the series is basically the same from episode to episode: the pirates uncover a new art technique, the evil queen finds out where they are and sends her soldiers to steal the encyclopedia, the pirates use their newly learned art technique to foil the evil plan. The series is clear in its presentation of the primary lesson (the value of visual art), the lesson is repeated and well incorporated into the storyline, engaging to young viewers, and important to a child's development. |
| Other Matters (15 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Timothy Goes to School E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 9:00 am and 9:30 am PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The program's primary focus is on events at an elementary school filled with animal children and their teachers. The title character and his classmates are a recurring group of diverse creatures. The challenges in each episode are usually social or ethical dilemma with viewers learning about honesty, responsibility, friendship and other prosocial behavior. The programs illustrate that children can overcome new obstacles, accept the difference of others, become aware of their responsibilities and support and help those in need. |
| Other Matters (16 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Look Kool E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 3:00 pm and 3:30 pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 6 years to 9 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Look Kool is a 30 minute program designed for children 6 to 9. On every episode, the male host, Hamza, interacts with an animated robot cat, a historical guest (played by Hamza in costume), children, and other animated creatures. The basic premise of the show is the idea that math is everywhere and each episode includes real children who help Hamza solve mathematical or scientific curiosities. Look Kool works hard to highlight for learners the link between the lesson and real life in order to activate and keep the children's interest. Live action children in real world settings put the lesson of the episode into action by seeking its value within everyday life. Look Kool is a highly educational program and speaks to the curious minds and active imaginations of elementary age kids and encourages the transfer of knowledge out into one's everyday life. |
| Other Matters (17 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Secret Millionaire's Club E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Fridays / 4:00 pm and 4:30 pm PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Secret Millionaire's Club is designed to stimulate curiosity about, interest in, and knowledge of the world of economics, business, and financial literacy among 8-12 year olds. It invites children to follow the antics and adventures of four entrepreneurial teens as they discover the basics of smart, responsible money-management, then use that knowledge to help others. In this animated series, Warren Buffett acts as a mentor to this group of kids who have international adventures in business, and meet some very interesting guest stars along the way including Jay-Z, Shaquille O'Neal, Nick Cannon, Kelly Rowland, Bill Gates, and more. |
| Other Matters (18 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wibbly Pig E/I Qubo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays - Friday / 10:00 am and 10:30 am PT |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 130 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 4 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Wibbly Pig is an animated series for children 2 to 4 years of age. The program is curious and creative and takes Wibbly Pig on adventures with his stuffed toys Piggly, Flop, and Dimple. There is the off-camera voice of a little girl that asks questions and engages with Wibbly and turns everyday tasks into fun and imaginative new things. The series offers a simple format about using your imagination for fun and adventure. It encourages curiosity and works hard to engage with the child viewer at home. |
| Other Matters (19 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Zoo Clues E/I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays / 10:00 am and 10:30 ET/PT |
| 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. | Zoo Clues is a 30 minute program specifically created for young people between the ages of 13 and 16. The program's presentation mix of narration, visuals, and very well chosen topics delivers education and information while it entertains. Zoo Clues will leave viewers with a meaningful perspective about animals and meaningful comparison to their own human characteristics. The show's clever narration links disparate information together in a way that always makes clear that what viewers see is real, natural, and relates to their own life in the real world. |
| Question | Response |
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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. |
David Christman General Counsel 07/05/2019 |
