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(REFERENCE COPY - Not for submission) Children's Television Programming Report

FRN:
0005828736
File Number:
0000085626
Submit Date:
10/10/2019
Call Sign:
WNYT
Facility ID:
73363
City:
ALBANY
State:
NY
Service:
Full Service Television
Purpose:
Children's TV Programming Report
Status:
Received
Status Date:
10/10/2019
Filing Status:
Active



Report reflects information for : Third Quarter of 2019

General Information

Section Question Response
Attachments Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? No

Applicant Information

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Applicant Name, Type, and Contact Information

Applicant Address Phone Email Applicant Type

WNYT-TV, LLC

Doing Business As: WNYT-TV, LLC

Steve P. Baboulis

715 N. Pearl St.

Albany, NY 12204

United States

+1 (518) 207-4701

sbaboulis@wnyt.com

Company

Contact Representatives (1)

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Contact Name Address Phone Email Contact Type

Bill LeBeau

Legal Representative

Holland & Knight LLP

Bill LeBeau

800 17th St. NW

Washington DC, DC 20006

United States

+1 (202) 868-5965

bill.lebeau@hklaw.com

Legal Representative

Children's Television Information

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Section Question Response
Station Type Station Type Network Affiliation
Affiliated network NBC
Nielsen DMA Albany-Schenectady-Troy
Web Home Page Address www.wnyt.com

Digital Core Programming

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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: 8.0
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 Programs(21)

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Digital Core Program (1 of 21) Response
Program Title The Champion Within (DT.1)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sat/12:30p
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 4
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 9
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 9
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 9
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. This program features the powerful and inspiring stories of successful athletes who exemplify what it really means to be a champion. Hosted by Lauren Thempson, host of Golf Channel's "Morning Drive", Heart of a Champion with Lauren Thompson introduces audiences to professional and amateur athletes who have overcome obstacles to ultimately achieve transcendent moments in the world of sports. This show proves that a champion is not only defined by their speed, strength and agility, but also by their grit, resiliency and heart!
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program The Champion
List date and time rescheduled 05/11/2019 09:30 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-05-11
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program The Champion Within
List date and time rescheduled 04/20/2019 09:30 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-04-20
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #3

Questions Response
Title of Program The Champion
List date and time rescheduled 04/13/2019 09:30 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-04-13
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #4

Questions Response
Title of Program The Champion
List date and time rescheduled 04/27/2019 09:30 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-04-27
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #5

Questions Response
Title of Program The Champion
List date and time rescheduled 05/04/2019 09:30 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-05-04
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #6

Questions Response
Title of Program The Champion Within
List date and time rescheduled 06/22/2019 01:00 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-06-22
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #7

Questions Response
Title of Program The Champion Within
List date and time rescheduled 04/06/2019 09:30 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-04-06
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #8

Questions Response
Title of Program The Champion
List date and time rescheduled 06/01/2019 09:30 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-06-01
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #9

Questions Response
Title of Program The Champion Within
List date and time rescheduled 06/16/2019 01:00 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-06-08
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (2 of 21) Response
Program Title Saved By The Bell (Me-TV, DT.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sun/10a,10:30a,11a,11:30
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 52
Total times aired 52
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. School is in session and the teens are back in class. The group of friends is quite varied and we get to know their principle too. The show focuses on their fun in school along with touching on serious social issues such as drug use, driving under the influence, homelessness, remarriage, death, women's rights and environmental issues. The story line tells us how this group of friends deals with each of these issues whether it is together or on their own.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (3 of 21) Response
Program Title Travel Thru History (Heroes & Icons-DT.3)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sun/9a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 8
Total times aired 8
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 id 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 Las Vegas to Key West as examples. takes our young viewers on a tour of the past. Our viewers experience one location per episode and learn a great deal of information from story tellers and from the photography displayed.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (4 of 21) Response
Program Title Zoo Clues (D.3 Start TV)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday/10a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 5
Total times aired 5
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. This program brings the viewer amazing animal facts and fun trivia for children, adults, and families. With all of the various animal species roaming around the planet there's a lot to know about animals, which means no one knows everything about them. Thankfully "Zoo Clues" fills in some of the blanks. Each half-hour episode investigates at least a dozen questions about animals to provide viewers with answers. Have you ever wondered if birds can fly backward, how animals without external ears hear, or why zebras have stripes? Those are among the questions waiting for answers on "Zoo Clues."
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (5 of 21) Response
Program Title The Coolest Places on Earth DT.3 (Start TV)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday/9:30a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 5
Total times aired 5
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The Coolest Places on Earth takes viewers on a journey of discovery to astonishing places- cities, landmarks and jaw-dropping works of nature - exploring the history and learning why it deserves to be called one of the coolest places.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (6 of 21) Response
Program Title Safari (Heroes & Icons-DT.3)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sun/11a & 11:30a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 16
Total times aired 16
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 programming in the areas of global ecology, wildlife biology and species conservation and preservation. Emmy award-winning host & wildlife experts travel to the farthest reaches of the world to bring the viewers face to face with some of the planet's most interesting animals. This program offers teens dynamic television by exploring wildlife and 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 (7 of 21) Response
Program Title Make TV (Heroes & Icons D.3)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday 10a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 8
Total times aired 8
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 weekly series shows how people transform ordinary junk into amazing creations. While introducing a whole new generation of makers, the program features extraordinary individuals developing extraordinary things. From Tesla coils to t-shirt cannon, from cigar-box guitars to giant video projectors, imagination is turned into reality! Teen viewers get to see practical math, science, technology and engineering concepts combined to create incredible new inventions.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (8 of 21) Response
Program Title Earth Odyssey with Dylan Dreyer (DT.1)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday/10:30a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 11
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 2
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 2
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 2
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. This is a live action program which takes our viewers on an incredible journey to the wildest points on the globe, uncovering the connection between the environment, the wildlife and human beings that surround them. Hosted by meteorologist Dylan Dreyer, a new destination is revealed each week ranging from Africa to the Middle East and many other countries. Our audience is given a captivating look at the symbiosis between all living things in the most larger than life places on Earth.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program Earth Odyssey with Dylan Dreyer
List date and time rescheduled 06/22/2019 07:00 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-06-22
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program Earth Odyssey with Dylan Dreyer
List date and time rescheduled 06/16/2019 12:30 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-06-08
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (9 of 21) Response
Program Title Skooled (Heroes & Icons D.3)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday/9:30a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 8
Total times aired 8
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Each week this educational and information program by displaying the importance of learning about the experience of being a school teacher. Teenage students and classroom teachers switch roles giving each other an up close look at these swapped positions. The students generate lesson plans as teachers and the teachers have a better sense of how they need to improve communication with each class.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (10 of 21) Response
Program Title The Voyager with Josh Garcia (DT-1)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sat/10am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 11
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 2
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 2
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The Voyager with Josh Garcia takes viewers on an exciting and immersive journey around the globe with world traveler and host, Josh, Garcia. Each episode provides audiences access to the world's most incredible destinations as Josh seeks out the truly authentic experiences one can only find when guided by a knowledgeable and passionate guide. Each week, Josh Garcia brings viewers on an enthralling voyage exploring the people and cultures that make our world so breathtaking. exploring the people and cultures that make our world so breathtaking.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program The Voyager with Josh Garcia
List date and time rescheduled 06/30/2019 01:00 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-06-22
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program The Voyager with Josh Garcia
List date and time rescheduled 06/16/2019 07:30 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-06-08
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (11 of 21) Response
Program Title Beakman's World (MeTV; DT.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sun/8a & 8:30a
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 7 years to 13 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. This live action series proves that learning about science and nature can be fun and fascinating. Performance artist Paul Zaloom stars as the slightly nutty but never boring scientist whose answers to kids' questions reveal the relationships between principles of science and nature and how they impact our daily environment. Topics are addressed with cutting edge humor and state of the art visuals designed to make learning fun.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (12 of 21) Response
Program Title Bill Nye, The Science Guy (MeTV; DT.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sun/9a & 9:30a
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. With 28 Emmys and a slew of other prestigious awards, Disney's resident way-cool scientist knows how to get kids fired up about science. From Earth science to complex discussions on genetics, Bill Nye's enthusiasm for all things science is contagious.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (13 of 21) Response
Program Title Walking Wild (Heroes & Icons D.3)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sun 10:30a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 8
Total times aired 8
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 weekly half-hour reality series showcasing various wild animals at the world famous San Diego Zoo. The series focuses on the dedicated people who look after these spectacular critters. This series is intended to educate and inform viewers all about life in the animal kingdom. Our teenage viewers learn about several different animals during each episode. They learn about the many facets of zoo care, living conditions and how animals come to be there.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (14 of 21) Response
Program Title Mystery Hunters (MeTV; DT.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sun/7a & 7:30a
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. This show explores some of the world's greatest myths and mysteries. Combining on site reporting and exciting adventures, the Mystery Hunters uses science and reasoning to try to uncover the truth. The program teaches children how to gather facts, meet the experts and offers explanations for legends.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (15 of 21) Response
Program Title Vets Saving Pets (DT-1)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sat/12pm
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 7
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 6
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 6
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. Vets Saving Pets is a live action series which examines the interpersonal stories of veterinary professionals working to save the lives of animals in need of urgent medical care. This program takes place at the Emergency Veterinary Trauma Center in Toronto, one of the busiest veterinary facilities in Canada. viewers will be exposed to new emergency cases that will teach audiences about a wide array of specialties within veterinary medicine such as critical care, oncology, cardiology, neurology, anesthesiology, dermatology, dentistry and surgery, Audiences will witness first hand the dedication and determination of these veterinary specialists as they work tirelessly to save their animal patients.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program Vets Saving Pets
List date and time rescheduled 05/04/2019 09:00 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-05-04
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program Vets Saving Pets
List date and time rescheduled 06/16/2019 12:00 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-06-08
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #3

Questions Response
Title of Program Vets Saving Pets
List date and time rescheduled 06/01/2019 09:00 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-06-01
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #4

Questions Response
Title of Program Vets Saving Pets
List date and time rescheduled 06/30/2019 01:30 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-06-22
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #5

Questions Response
Title of Program Vets Saving Pets
List date and time rescheduled 04/06/2019 09:00 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-04-06
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #6

Questions Response
Title of Program Vets Saving Pets
List date and time rescheduled 05/11/2019 09:00 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-05-11
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (16 of 21) Response
Program Title Naturally, Danny Seo (DT-1)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sat/11:30a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 11
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 2
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 2
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 2
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. This program is an education series for young people and families seeking a healthier lifestyle by learning the science behind eating well and exercising your mind and body while caring for our planet. Host Danny Seo is America's leading authority on eco-friendly living. Danny has devoted his career to the idea that caring for the environment can go hand-in-hand with enjoying time with family and friends and sharing delicious and healthy meals while creating a healthy and environmentally friendly home.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program Naturally with Danny Seo
List date and time rescheduled 06/30/2019 12:30 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-06-08
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program Naturally with Danny Seo
List date and time rescheduled 06/30/2019 02:00 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-06-22
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (17 of 21) Response
Program Title Consumer 101 (DT.1)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sat/11a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 11
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 2
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 2
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 2
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. this live action program is hosted by Jack Rico with the help of experts and scientists from the Consumer Reports labs and testing facilities. This show will give viewers a behind the scenes look into the science used to test every kind of product--from the obscure to the fascinating. Each week, audiences will discover more about the surprising intricacy of product testing, learn more efficient ways to get the most out of everyday items and get a glimpse into a unique career path in the fields of science and technology.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program Consumer 101
List date and time rescheduled 06/22/2019 12:00 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-06-08
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program Consumer 101
List date and time rescheduled 06/22/2019 07:30 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-06-22
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (18 of 21) Response
Program Title Xploration Awesome Planet (DT.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sun/11:30a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 10
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 3
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 3
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 3
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. This program will inspire and educate anyone interested in earth sciences. Our host, Philippe Cousteau, the grandson of legendary Jacques Cousteau, brings boundless energy to every location visited. From magnificent mountains to violent volcanoes, this show takes an in-depth look at the unique and distinct features on planet Earth. Geological experts share their wisdom with Philippe, as we strive to understand places on the earth, inside the earth, and above the earth. Our teenage viewers will understand how each area of our planet interacts with the other. Each program lays out what area of the planet that will be uncovered. the viewer will be shown all around the area and understand how it all works. This program is designed to inspire our young viewers to continue to educate themselves in earth sciences by following the next program or offline.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program Xploration: Awesome Planet
List date and time rescheduled 05/25/2019 01:00 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-05-26
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program Xploration: Awesome Planet
List date and time rescheduled 06/08/2019 07:00 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-06-09
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports

Digital Preemption Programs #3

Questions Response
Title of Program Xploration: Awesome Planet
List date and time rescheduled 05/18/2019 01:00 PM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2019-05-12
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (19 of 21) Response
Program Title Animal Atlas (D.3 - Start TV )
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday/10:30a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 5
Total times aired 5
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 Atlas is a half-hour educational wildlife television series that "takes children on a tour of discovery, uncovering the secrets of how animals live and thrive. Young viewers meet animals from the familiar to the astounding, and the domesticated to the wild, including the diverse creatures of the African savanna, the finned and flippered of the big deep, and the colorful cast of the equatorial rainforest."[
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (20 of 21) Response
Program Title Wonderful World (D.3 - Start TV)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday/11a & 11:30a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 10
Total times aired 10
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. Wonderful World is a weekly half hour series that educates and entertains the entire family. The program goes right into the natural habitats of polar bears, exotic monkeys, penguins, bald eagles and grizzly bears. The show takes the viewers on a tour of the globe to witness wildlife as it is meant to be.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (21 of 21) Response
Program Title On The Spot DT.3 (Start TV)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday/9a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 5
Total times aired 5
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. On the Spot is a weekly syndicated trivia show that asks entertaining questions 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. Example questions include: Can a cow have an accent? What came first, the color orange or the fruit? As a kid, did Napoleon hate the French? Was the name Google an accident? Who got the world's longest standing ovation?
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (0)

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Sponsored Core Programming (0)

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Liaison Contact

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Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? Yes
Name of children's programming liaison Maryann Ryan
Address 715 N. Pearl Street
City Albany
State NY
Zip 12204
Telephone Number (518) 207-4880
Email Address maryan@wnyt.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. The license for WNYT-TV, LLC has been renewed with an expiration date of 6/1/23. WNYT-TV, LLC ceased broadcasting its analog channel on 6/12/2009 per FCC. Programming that is Educational and Informational is noted within this report. Reports stating this are available on line and in the station. During the third quarter of 2019, WNYT/WNYA was involved in many programs that highlight children and also outreach to children. WNYT/WNYA have produced two large continuous programs that are children related. They are the Athlete of the Week and STEM. ATHLETE OF THE WEEK During the school year WNYT/WNYA NewsChannel 13 works in conjunction with Fidelis Health Care to highlight exceptional student athletes in the Capital Region. Two students are highlighted each week beginning in September, 2019. The STEM program includes stories that relate to science, technology, engineering and math. The segments that are produced are targeted to our younger audience and bring forward businesses that are STEM related along with STEM in our daily lives. Tours were given to students from local schools. Our Top Teacher program highlights teachers of excellence . Many students nominate teachers that have taught them through the years. Parents, co-workers and school principles nominate teachers who are making a difference in education. WNYT/WNYA selects 13 teachers from various cities in our viewing area. the call for nominations was put out on air, on line and in the mail in early September, 2019. We highlight teachers who teach every subject, from math to chorus.

Other Matters (1)

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Other Matters (1 of 1) Response
Program Title Placeholder
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sun/7am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 1
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. Placeholder

Certification

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The undersigned certifies that he or she is (a) the party filing the Children's Television Programming, or an officer, director, member, partner, trustee, authorized employee, or other individual or duly elected or appointed official who is authorized to sign on behalf of the party filing the Children's Television Programming; or (b) an attorney qualified to practice before the Commission under 47 C.F.R. Section 1.23(a), who is authorized to represent the party filing the Children's Television Programming, and who further certifies that he or she has read the document; that to the best of his or her knowledge, information,and belief there is good ground to support it; and that it is not interposed for delay.

FAILURE TO SIGN THIS APPLICATION MAY RESULT IN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION AND FORFEITURE OF ANY FEES PAID

Upon grant of this application, the Authorization Holder may be subject to certain construction or coverage requirements. Failure to meet the construction or coverage requirements will result in automatic cancellation of the Authorization. Consult appropriate FCC regulations to determine the construction or coverage requirements that apply to the type of Authorization requested in this application.

WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM OR ANY ATTACHMENTS ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. Code, Title 18, §1001) AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION AUTHORIZATION (U.S. Code, Title 47, §312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. Code, Title 47, §503).

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.

Maryann Ryan , Ms. .

Director of Programming and Public Affairs


10/10/2019

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