| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | No |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
MARANATHA BROADCASTING COMPANY, INC. |
Barry Fisher 300 E Rock Rd Allentown, PA 18103 United States |
+1 (610) 798-4080 |
barry@wfmz.com |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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David D Oxenford LEGAL REPRESENTATIVE Wilkinson Barker Knauer, LLP |
1800 M Street, NW Suite 800N Washington, DC 20036 United States |
+1 (202) 783-4141 |
DOXENFORD@WBKLAW.COM |
Legal Representative |
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LARRY HARLAN WILL , PE . CONSULTING ENGINEER SOLE PROPRIETOR |
1055 POWDERHORN DRIVE GLEN MILLS, PA 19342 United States |
+1 (610) 399-1826 |
LHWILL@VERIZON.NET |
Technical Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Independent |
| Affiliated network | ||
| Nielsen DMA | Philadelphia | |
| Web Home Page Address | http://www.wfmz.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 3.5 |
| State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream | 336.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671: | 6.0 |
| Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main Yes No program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (1 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Awesome Adventures (D1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT 1:30PM - WFMZ 69.1 |
| 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. | Awesome Adventures is a weekly half-hour adventure series. The host, as well as two teens, will travel each week to destinations around the world. Each journey is a lesson in the beauty of nature, its creatures, and the people who inhabit the land. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration Nature Knows Best (D1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT 2:30PM - WFMZ 69.1 |
| 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. | Xploration Nature Knows Best will inspire and educate audiences of all ages. Host and marine biologist, Danni Washington, exudes energy as she relates how technology all around us was inspired by nature and how modern innovators are continuing with this practice. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Elizabeth Stanton's Great Big World |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 7:30AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Award-winning teen host Elizabeth Stanton is joined by her celebrity friends on her reality series Elizabeth Stanton's Great Big World as they embark on an expedition around the world and in the U.S. to experience different cultures and exciting adventures! At each destination Elizabeth and friends will learn about the country's people, customs, specific needs and will lend a helping hand wherever it's needed - from feeding the hungry in the slums of Kenya to delivering hearing aids to the villagers of Vietnamese neighborhoods who have experienced a high rate of deafness and hearing loss. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Make TV (D3) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 10:00AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | This show is an educational and informative program that takes young viewers on a journey of making television shows. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Rescue (D1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 5:30PM - WFMZ 69.1 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 5 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 8 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 8 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 8 |
| 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 showcases rescues of all types of animals and focuses on the work of dedicated individuals who treat the them. All stories are real and contain video of rescues. It also includes safety tips and info animals and their habitat. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Rescue |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/11/2019 04:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2019-05-12 |
| Episode # | A-2027 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Rescue |
| List date and time rescheduled | 04/27/2019 04:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2019-04-28 |
| Episode # | A-2025 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Rescue |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/25/2019 04:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2019-05-26 |
| Episode # | A-2029 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Rescue |
| List date and time rescheduled | 06/01/2019 04:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2019-06-02 |
| Episode # | A-2030 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Rescue |
| List date and time rescheduled | 04/07/2019 04:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 0019-04-06 |
| Episode # | A-2022 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Rescue |
| List date and time rescheduled | 06/29/2019 04:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2019-06-30 |
| Episode # | A-2034 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Rescue |
| List date and time rescheduled | 06/15/2019 04:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2019-06-16 |
| Episode # | A-2032 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Rescue |
| List date and time rescheduled | 04/20/2019 04:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2019-04-21 |
| Episode # | A-2024 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Science (D3) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT 8:30AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | How can a Cheetah run 60 miles/hour? Why does a Blue Whale consume 1.5 billion calories (7,000 pounds of food) per day? How can a hippo walk under water? These are the types of questions and stories that will be answered on ANIMAL SCIENCE, a thoroughly entertaining and unique animal show. We just don't show you animal behavior, we tell you WHY AND HOW animals behave the way they do, through the use of advanced graphics and 3D animations. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures (D1 & D3) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT 3:30PM - WFMZ 69.1, SAT 8AM H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that presents role models and pro-social values within an environmentally responsible universe. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Made in Hollywood: Teen Edition (D1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 3:30PM - WFMZ 69.1 |
| 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. | Made In Hollywood: Teen Edition is a behind-the-scenes entertainment news magazine series showcasing how and why movies are made in Hollywood. "Made In Hollywood: Teen Edition" segments range from coverage of the Dreamworks Animation Team, Producer Lauren Schuler Donner, Actors Shia LaBeouf, Elijah Wood & Dakota Fanning, Casting Directors Jane Jenkins & Janet Hirschenson, Composer Harry Gregson-Williams and Grammy-winning Songwriter Diane Warren. The educational/informational weekly series introduces the younger demographic to behind-the-scenes film-making, special effects techniques and career opportunities focusing on the creative, technical and artistic skills of the motion picture industry. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Skooled (D3) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 9:30AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Kids will be kids but for eight days five energetic teens get a shot at being adults when they trade places with their teachers in this ultimate role reversal reality show. Over eight days, the adults will learn anything the kids feel is important like Phyz Ed, Issues, Life Skillz, Rock Skool and Psych. But while the adults remember just how hard it can be to be a student, the kids get a taste of their own medicine when they realize there might be more to teaching than they thought. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Biz Kid$ (D3) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 8:30AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Biz Kid$ is a show that provides practical advice and information on a wide variety of financial business and monetary topics. The episodes include teens starting their own business. This program assists teens with learning how to properly manage money, create budgets and financial goals. These are important steps in learning to become responsible adults and citizens. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Travel Thru History (D3) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 9AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Travel Thru History is designed to spark interest and enthusiasm in teens and their families to learn about our country's rich and fascinating history. The series visits diverse locales across the United States from Law Vegas to Key West. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales (D1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 5PM - WFMZ 69.1 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 5 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 8 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 8 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 8 |
| 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 showcases dogs and dog lovers of all types, providing valuable information about canine health, training, grooming and overall dog care. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Dog Tales |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/26/0019 03:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 0019-05-26 |
| Episode # | D-1024 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Dog Tales |
| List date and time rescheduled | 05/12/2019 03:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 0019-05-12 |
| Episode # | D-1022 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Dog Tales |
| List date and time rescheduled | 06/30/2019 03:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2019-06-30 |
| Episode # | D-1029 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Dog Tales |
| List date and time rescheduled | 04/28/2019 03:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2019-04-28 |
| Episode # | D-1020 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Dog Tales |
| List date and time rescheduled | 04/21/2019 03:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2019-04-21 |
| Episode # | D-1019 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Dog Tales |
| List date and time rescheduled | 06/02/0019 03:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2019-06-02 |
| Episode # | D-1025 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Dog Tales |
| List date and time rescheduled | 06/16/0019 03:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 0019-06-16 |
| Episode # | D-1027 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Dog Tales |
| List date and time rescheduled | 04/07/2019 03:30 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | No |
| Date Preempted | 2019-04-07 |
| Episode # | D-1017 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Career Day (D1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 1:30PM - WFMZ 69.1 |
| 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. | Career Day provides an avenue to view experts in their respective fields as they discuss their work, the education/training to prepare for the job, and experiences that led them to choose their career. Attributes and advice emphasized by guests instill a grounded balance of priorities, dedication, and perseverance children can apply to their lives. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Safari (D3) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 11AM & 11:30AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Safari provides core programming in the areas of global ecology, wildlife biology and species conservation and preservation. Emmy award-winning host and wildlife expert John Ross travels to the farthest reaches of the world to bring the viewers face to face with some of the planet's most interesting animals. Safari offers a dynamic television experience for teens - with the exciting experience of exploring the fascinating world of wildlife and at the same time discovering what needs to be done to protect the animals and their habitat so that they can live on in the wild. Various age-appropriate global wildlife and ecology issues are introduced to the viewing audience with in-depth and thoughtful explanations. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Real Life 101 (D3) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 8AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Real Life 101 introduces you to real people doing real jobs. The show focuses on careers such as doctors, lawyers and veterinarians to career counselors, mechanics and Lipizzaner stallion trainers. See for yourself why these professionals love what they do. Learn about jobs you might not know even existed. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (16 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Walking Wild at the San Diego Zoo (D-3) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 10:30AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Walking Wild explores the world of wild and exotic animals, how they live and are cared for at the San Diego Zoo. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (17 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dragonfly TV (D3) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 7AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Dragonfly TV highlights children doing projects with real hands-on experience and demonstrates practical applications of mathematics and science. It introduces young viewers to a variety of scientific disciplines and challenges them in critical thinking and problem solving skills, while providing valuable information to reach answers. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| 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 | Barry N. Fisher |
| Address | 300 E. Rock Rd. |
| City | Allentown |
| State | PA |
| Zip | 18103 |
| Telephone Number | (610) 798-4080 |
| Email Address | barryf@wfmz.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. | WFMZ-TV is very active in its outreach to children in the community beyond its required children's programming. An outline of several projects WFMZ-TV has developed and are on going are listed below. Freddy Awards: The licensee actively works on a major theatre/performing arts scholarship program called the Freddy Awards. This program was developed to encourage students to excellence and seek careers in the performing arts. Over 31 high schools participated in the annual competition culminating in a live three-hour telecast announcing the winners of various competitions in the performing arts. College scholarships are awarded to students. WFMZ-TV has won numerous awards for this program including 2 Mid-Atlantic State Emmy Awards. Kids' News Set: WFMZ-TV has developed a Kids' News Set, which is complete with a replica of the station's news set, teleprompter, camera and lighting. The Kids' News Set was designed to allow kids to see how a newscast is produced and ask questions about broadcasting in general. Youth of all ages can sit at the set, read a prepared script from the teleprompter and is recorded for them to take home. The set has been at a major event during the past year where a significant amount of the general public attended. Internship Program: College students spend a semester in a position that gives them hands on experience in their chosen field of interest. Students generally spend 15 hours per week during the semester working in our newsroom with reporters, photographers, producers, etc. Station management evaluates their performance and provides this information to the student's advisor. Shadowing Program: A program that allows local high school students to travel with reporters and photographers to help students understand the field of television news. These events are set up by a high school teacher or advisor to help students make informed career decisions. Da Vinci Discovery Science Center Outreach: WFMZ-TV has developed an on going educational platform at the Da Vinci Discovery Center for Science in Allentown. The effort includes a multiple interactive kiosk where students and the general public can learn about meteorology and how the forecast and weather presentations are produced at WFMZ-TV. A fully functional chroma key wall allows the public to experience how forecasters present the weather forecast. Homework Help Page: WFMZ-TV has also developed an on-line Homework Help Page on our website for weather related questions. Students have access to basic weather information and explanations. Station Tours: WFMZ-TV conducts regular tours of the station to schools, clubs and community groups. Tours range from 5 to 12 people per tour and are conducted approximately 9 months of the year with an average of 2 tours per month. Tours include all aspects of the broadcast facility and attendee's questions are answered by news department personnel and other station employees. |
| Other Matters (1 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Skooled (D3) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 9:30AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Kids will be kids but for eight days five energetic teens get a shot at being adults when they trade places with their teachers in this ultimate role reversal reality show. Over eight days, the adults will learn anything the kids feel is important like Phyz Ed, Issues, Life Skillz, Rock Skool and Psych. But while the adults remember just how hard it can be to be a student, the kids get a taste of their own medicine when they realize there might be more to teaching than they thought. |
| Other Matters (2 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures (D1 & D3) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT 3:30PM - WFMZ 69.1, SAT 8AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that presents role models and pro-social values within an environmentally responsible universe. |
| Other Matters (3 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Science (D3) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT 8:30AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | How can a Cheetah run 60 miles/hour? Why does a Blue Whale consume 1.5 billion calories (7,000 pounds of food) per day? How can a hippo walk under water? These are the types of questions and stories that will be answered on ANIMAL SCIENCE, a thoroughly entertaining and unique animal show. We just don't show you animal behavior, we tell you WHY AND HOW animals behave the way they do, through the use of advanced graphics and 3D animations. |
| Other Matters (4 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales (D1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 5PM - WFMZ 69.1 |
| 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. | Dog Tales showcases dogs and dog lovers of all types, providing valuable information about canine health, training, grooming and overall dog care. |
| Other Matters (5 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Walking Wild at the San Diego Zoo (D3) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 10:30AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Walking Wild explores the world of wild and exotic animals, how they live and are cared for at the San Diego Zoo. journalist/hosts present stories that promote an action-oriented approach to environmental issues. |
| Other Matters (6 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Elizabeth Stanton's Great Big World |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 7:30AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Elizabeth Stanton's Great Big World as they embark on an expedition around the world and in the U.S. to experience different cultures and exciting adventures! At each destination Elizabeth and friends will learn about the country's people, customs, specific needs and will lend a helping hand wherever it's needed - from feeding the hungry in the slums of Kenya to delivering hearing aids to the villagers of Vietnamese neighborhoods who have experienced a high rate of deafness and hearing loss. |
| Other Matters (7 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dragonfly TV (D3) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 7AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Dragonfly TV highlights children doing projects with real hands-on experience and demonstrates practical applications of mathematics and science. It introduces young viewers to a variety of scientific disciplines and challenges them in critical thinking and problem solving skills, while providing valuable information to reach answers. |
| Other Matters (8 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Biz Kid$ (D3) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 8:30AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Biz Kid$ teach young teens the importance of understanding the economy and basic business principles. The series features teens starting their own businesses, actively solving problems and developing important life skills. |
| Other Matters (9 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Career Day (D1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 1:30PM - WFMZ 69.1 |
| 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. | Career Day provides an avenue to view experts in their respective fields as they discuss their work, the education/training to prepare for the job, and experiences that led them to choose their career. Attributes and advice emphasized by guests instill a grounded balance of priorities, dedication, and perseverance children can apply to their lives. |
| Other Matters (10 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration Nature Knows Best (D1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT 2:30PM - WFMZ 69.1 |
| 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. | Xploration Nature Knows Best will inspire and educate audiences of all ages. Host and marine biologist, Danni Washington, exudes energy as she relates how technology all around us was inspired by nature and how modern innovators are continuing with this practice. |
| Other Matters (11 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Travel Thru History (D3) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 9AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Travel Thru History is designed to spark interest and enthusiasm in teens and their families to learn about our country's rich and fascinating history. The series visits diverse locales across the US from Las Vegas to Key West. |
| Other Matters (12 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Real Life (D3) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 8AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Real Life 101 presents real people pursuing real jobs and careers in an educational and informational format designed to help its viewers make important decisio |
| Other Matters (13 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Rescue (D1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 5:30PM - WFMZ 69.1 |
| 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. | Animal Rescue showcases rescues of all types of animals and focuses on the work of dedicated individuals who treat the them. All stories are real and contain video of rescues. It also includes safety tips and info animals and their habitat. |
| Other Matters (14 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Safari (D3) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 11 & 11:30AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | Safari provides core programming in the areas of global ecology, wildlife biology and species conservation and preservation. Emmy award-winning host and wildlife expert John Ross travels to the farthest reaches of the world to bring the viewers face to face with some of the planet's most interesting animals. Safari offers a dynamic television experience for teens - with the exciting experience of exploring the fascinating world of wildlife and at the same time discovering what needs to be done to protect the animals and their habitat so that they can live on in the wild. Various age-appropriate global wildlife and ecology issues are introduced to the viewing audience with in-depth and thoughtful explanations. |
| Other Matters (15 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Awesome Adventures (D1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT 1:30PM - WFMZ 69.1 |
| 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. | Awesome Adventures is a weekly half-hour adventure series. The host, as well as two teens, will travel each week to destinations around the world. Each journey is a lesson in the beauty of nature, its creatures, and the people who inhabit the land. |
| Other Matters (16 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Make TV (D3) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 10AM - H&I 69.3 |
| 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. | This show is an educational and informative program that takes young viewers on a journey of making television shows. |
| Other Matters (17 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Made In Hollywood: Teen Edition (D1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUN 3:30PM - WFMZ 69.1 |
| 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. | Teen Edition is a behind-the-scenes entertainment news magazine series showcasing how and why movies are made in Hollywood. "Made In Hollywood: Teen Edition" segments range from coverage of the Dreamworks Animation Team, Producer Lauren Schuler Donner, Actors Shia LaBeouf, Elijah Wood & Dakota Fanning, Casting Directors Jane Jenkins & Janet Hirschenson, Composer Harry Gregson-Williams and Grammy-winning Songwriter Diane Warren. The educational/informational weekly series introduces the younger demographic to behind-the-scenes film-making, special effects techniques and career opportunities focusing on the creative, technical and artistic skills of the motion picture industry. |
| 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. |
Barry N Fisher General Manager 07/10/2019 |
