Section | Question | Response |
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Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | Yes |
Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
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MEREDITH CORPORATION Doing Business As: MEREDITH CORPORATION |
Joshua Pila TELEVISION STATION KCTV(TV) 1716 LOCUST STREET DES MOINES, IA 50309 United States |
+1 (515) 284-3000 |
RegAffairs@meredith.com |
Company |
Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
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Joshua N. Pila General Counsel LMG Meredith Corporation |
425 14th Street NW Atlanta , GA 30318 United States |
+1 (404) 327-3286 |
RegAffairs@meredith.com |
Legal Representative |
DEREK H. TESLIK COOLEY LLP |
1299 Pennsylvania Ave NW Suite 700 Washington , DC 20004 United States |
+1 (202) 776-2668 |
DTESLIK@COOLEY.COM |
Legal Representative |
Section | Question | Response |
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Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
Affiliated network | CBS 5.1/Comet 5.2 | |
Nielsen DMA | Kansas City | |
Web Home Page Address | www.kctv5.com |
Question | Response |
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State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 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 | 168.0 |
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: | 3.0 |
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 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Hope in the Wild .1 |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 1130 am 4/6-6/29 |
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. | HOPE IN THE WILD is a live action half hour television program that follows Hope Swinimer and her dedicated team as they rescue and rehabilitate injured and orphaned animals of all kinds. Hopes passion for wildlife conservation shines through everything she does to lead her team on their mission to care for and return each animal to the wild. From the pressure of saving an animal in critical condition to the joy in witnessing its victorious return home HOPE IN THE WILD will educate viewers on the day to day jobs of this animal care team and the species they encounter. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children has educating and informing children as a significant purpose and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commissions rules. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | Hope in the Wild .1 |
List date and time rescheduled | 06/29/0019 09:30 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 0019-06-29 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | Hope in the Wild .1 |
List date and time rescheduled | 04/06/0019 09:30 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 0019-04-06 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Digital Core Program (2 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Wild World .2 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesday 830am 4/3-6/26 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Total times aired | 13 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The series opens up the world of wild animals to teenage viewers with upclose visits of these critters while providing important information by experts from the San Diego Zoo. Episodes include looking at the life of different exotic animals, such as Armadillos Klipspringers and Takins. Teenage viewers learn about the living habits of these various critters and why some may be on their way to extinction. Viewers also examine the unique care the zoo staff provides for these various wild animals while learning about the daily work routines of keepers looking after such a wide variety of critters. Each episode is a separate collection of wild animals exploring interesting and vital facts of such species as Blue tongued Skinks Tawny Frogmouths and Kavai Forest birds. WILD WORLD is educational, informative and entertaining, while providing unique upclose televised visits of wild and exotic creatures and teaching viewers all about life in the animal kingdom. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (3 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Henry Ford's Innovation Nation .1 |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 1100a 4/6-6/29 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
Total times aired | 13 |
Number of Preemptions | 2 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 2 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 2 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Henry Fords Innovation Nation is a weekly Saturday morning show on CBS that showcases present day change makers from all over the world who are creating solutions to real needs. It is hosted by news correspondent and CBS Sunday Morning regular Mo Rocca. Each episode presents stories related to the process of innovation and also includes one story on The Henry Ford its Archive of American Innovation, its unique visitor experiences and its unparalleled expertise. The intent is to stimulate curiosity and to inspire audiences with entertaining yet educational stories about yesterday and todays visionaries and turning points that changed the course of history, as well as innovations and inventions that are changing the world today. The Henry Fords Innovation Nation is produced in partnership by The Henry Ford and Litton Entertainment, a leading independent production and distribution company. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | Henry Ford's Innovation Nation .1 |
List date and time rescheduled | 06/29/0019 09:00 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 0019-06-29 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | Henry Ford's Innovation Nation .1 |
List date and time rescheduled | 04/06/0019 09:00 AM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 2019-04-06 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Digital Core Program (4 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Animal Outtakes .2 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Friday 830am 4/5-6/28 |
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. | Animal Outtakes serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including the importance of learning about a wide variety of animals and the people who take care of them. Teenage students are presented with fascinating stories and introduced to exceptional individuals. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (5 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Lucky Dog .1 |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:00am 4/6-6/29 |
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. | Animal trainer Brandon McMillan operates a training facility known as the Lucky Dog Ranch, where his mission is to rescue hard-to-love and untrained dogs and find them homes. The show focuses on exercising responsibility and on developing a sense of appreciation for life and animals. Life lessons are an integral part of the overarching theme of rescuing these animals from death and providing a second chance for life. Following McMillan's investigations into how to retrain these animals to make them welcome members in the homes of families is both educational and inspirational - encouraging this demographic to become sensitive to our own and others' behavior and teaching how we as individuals can make a difference. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (6 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Sports Lab .2 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursday 830am 4/4-6/27 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Total times aired | 13 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | SPORTS LAB serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including the importance of understanding the science behind various sports. The series examines many different sports and explores what are the scientific parameters of each individual sporting activity. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (7 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Tails of Valor .1 |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 700a 4/7-6/30 |
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. | TAILS OF VALOR hosted by Kel Mitchell is a live action half-hour program that features true stories of service animals working to change peoples lives. The program also examines the life science behind these relationships, including the animals unique and powerful senses that enable them to protect their human charges. TAILS OF VALOR will focus on the training and day to day jobs of these incredible animals and the quality of life they provide the people they serve, leaving viewers with a greater understanding and compassion for animals. Viewers will learn to see the world from different perspectives, and how those with disabilities experience everyday life and the challenges they face. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (8 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | The Inspectors .1 |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 730a 4/7-6/30 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Total times aired | 13 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | THE INSPECTORS is a scripted dramatic series inspired by compelling real-life cases handled by the United States Postal Inspection Service. In the series, Preston Wainwright, a determined teenage boy who is thriving after being paralyzed in a car accident, works as an intern at the U.S. Postal Inspector's lab assisting his U.S. Postal Inspector mom, Amanda, in solving crimes that deal with everything from internet scams, identity and mail theft, to consumer fraud. The program strives to educate young people about making the right choices in their daily lives, encourages open communication between teens and parents and includes positive messaging regarding living with disabilities, overcoming challenges, beating the odds and the power of perseverance. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (9 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Get Wild .2 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesday 8am 4/3-6/26 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Total times aired | 13 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The series explores all types of wild animals, while providing important information by experts from the San Diego Zoo. For example in some episodes viewers are introduced to various animal enrichment programs where zoo staff seeks to duplicate a particular animals habits that are prevalent and unique to that animal in the wild. Series also introduces teenage viewers to the living habits of animals from jaguars to orangutans to pandas as well as rare species such as Amur Leopards and Indian Gaurs. In one episode, viewers learn about the care of a hippo calf while another episode explores the challenges of caring for cheetah chimps. GET WILD is educational, informative and entertaining while providing unique upclose televised visits of wild and exotic creatures and teaching viewers all about life in the animal kingdom. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (10 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Dr. Chris Pet Vet .1 |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 1030a 4/6-6/29 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Total times aired | 13 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | the adventures of Dr. Chris Brown, DR. Chris Pet Vet allows viewers unique insight into the life of one of the world's busiest vets and the animals that he treats. For those animals that require specialist services, Dr. Chris calls on his good friend and colleague Dr. Lisa Chimes, who works at a small animal specialist hospital. The show usually consists of three segments, following the doctor as he treats various animals that are in trouble and offering the viewer opportunities to understand the challenges a veterinarian daily faces. The series focuses on how the doctor investigates the individual problem and tries to develop solutions that on the surface would seem confounding to the viewer. As such the show not only offers a view into careers in and responsibility for taking care of pets, but also into problem solving strategies and behaviors. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children,has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (11 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | New Frontiers .2 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursday 8a 4/4-6/27 |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Total times aired | 13 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | THE NEW FRONTIER serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including the importance of studying and understanding our universe. The series features the latest exploratory efforts of space programs. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (12 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Animal Outtakes .2 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Friday 8a 4/5-6/28 |
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. | Animal Outtakes serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including the importance of learning about a wide variety of animals and the people who take care of them. Teenage students are presented with fascinating stories and introduced to exceptional individuals. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Question | Response |
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Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? | Yes |
Name of children's programming liaison | Kim Edney |
Address | 4500 Shawnee Mission Parkway |
City | Fairway |
State | KS |
Zip | 66205 |
Telephone Number | (913) 677-7126 |
Email Address | kim.edney@kctv5.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 licensee has reviewed internal station records and documentation provided to us by program suppliers for compliance with the FCCs commercial limits in childrens programs 47 C.F.R. Section 73.670 and the licensee hereby certifies that the station fully complied with these limits for all programs specifically designed for children ages twelve 12 and under. In addition to the programs listed in this report, the station broadcast the following programs specifically designed for children ages twelve 12 and under: NONE. This report was timely filed on 7/8/19. During 4th quarter 2019, the Comet network announced that it had erred in the publication of 2nd quarter children's programming schedules. This form is hereby amended to reflect the accurate programming schedule. |
Other Matters (1 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Wild World .2 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesday 830AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The series opens up the world of wild animals to teenage viewers with upclose visits of these critters while providing important information by experts from the San Diego Zoo. Episodes include looking at the life of different exotic animals, such as Armadillos Klipspringers and Takins. Teenage viewers learn about the living habits of these various critters and why some may be on their way to extinction. Viewers also examine the unique care the zoo staff provides for these various wild animals while learning about the daily work routines of keepers looking after such a wide variety of critters. Each episode is a separate collection of wild animals exploring interesting and vital facts of such species as Blue tongued Skinks Tawny Frogmouths and Kavai Forest birds. WILD WORLD is educational, informative and entertaining, while providing unique upclose televised visits of wild and exotic creatures and teaching viewers all about life in the animal kingdom. |
Other Matters (2 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Dr. Chris Pet Vet .1 |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 1030 AM |
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. | Chronicling the adventures of Dr. Chris Brown, DR. CHRIS PET VET allows viewers unique insight into the life of one of the world's busiest vets and the animals that he treats. For those animals that require specialist services, Dr. Chris calls on his good friend and colleague Dr. Lisa Chimes, who works at a small animal specialist hospital. The show usually consists of three segments, following the doctor as he treats various animals that are in trouble and offering the viewer opportunities to understand the challenges a veterinarian daily faces. The series focuses on how the doctor investigates the individual problem and tries to develop solutions that on the surface would seem confounding to the viewer. As such the show not only offers a view into careers in and responsibility for taking care of pets, but also into problem solving strategies and behaviors. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Other Matters (3 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Animal Outakes .2 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Friday 8AM |
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 Outtakes serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including the importance of learning about a wide variety of animals and the people who take care of them. Teenage students are presented with fascinating stories and introduced to exceptional individuals. |
Other Matters (4 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Lucky Dog .1 |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 10:00 AM |
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 trainer Brandon McMillan operates a training facility known as the Lucky Dog Ranch, where his mission is to rescue hard-to-love and untrained dogs and find them homes. The show focuses on exercising responsibility and on developing a sense of appreciation for life and animals. Life lessons are an integral part of the overarching theme of rescuing these animals from death and providing a second chance for life. Following McMillan's investigations into how to retrain these animals to make them welcome members in the homes of families is both educational and inspirational - encouraging this demographic to become sensitive to our own and others' behavior and teaching how we as individuals can make a difference. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
Other Matters (5 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Hope in the Wild .1 |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 1130a |
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. | HOPE IN THE WILD is a live action half hour television program that follows Hope Swinimer and her dedicated team as they rescue and rehabilitate injured and orphaned animals of all kinds. Hopes passion for wildlife conservation shines through everything she does to lead her team on their mission to care for and return each animal to the wild. From the pressure of saving an animal in critical condition to the joy in witnessing its victorious return home HOPE IN THE WILD will educate viewers on the day to day jobs of this animal care team and the species they encounter. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children has educating and informing children as a significant purpose and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commissions rules. |
Other Matters (6 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Tales of Valor .1 |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 7:00 AM |
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. | TAILS OF VALOR hosted by Kel Mitchell, is a live action program that features true stories of service animals working to change peoples lives. The program also examines the life science behind these relationships, including the animals unique and powerful senses that enable them to protect their human charges. TAILS OF VALOR will focus on the training and day to day jobs of these incredible animals and the quality of life they provide the people they serve, leaving viewers with a greater compassion for animals. Viewers will learn to see the world from different perspectives, and how those with disabilities experience everyday life and the challenges they face. |
Other Matters (7 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | The New Frontiers .2 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursday 8AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | THE NEW FRONTIER serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including the importance of studying and understanding our universe. The series features the latest exploratory efforts of space programs. |
Other Matters (8 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Sports Lab .2 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursday 830AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | SPORTS LAB serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including the importance of understanding the science behind various sports. The series examines many different sports and explores what are the scientific parameters of each individual sporting activity. |
Other Matters (9 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Henry Ford's Innovation Nation .1 |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 11:00 AM |
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. | INNOVATION NATION, hosted by Mo Rocca of CBS SUNDAY MORNING, will be a weekly celebration of the inventor's spirit - from historic scientific pioneers throughout past centuries to the forward-looking visionaries of today. Each episode tells the dramatic stories behind the world's greatest inventions - and the perseverance, passion and price required to bring them to life. Featuring the "what if it never happened," "the innovation by accident" and a strong focus on "junior geniuses" who are changing the face of technology, this series will appeal to young viewers and their families. |
Other Matters (10 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Get Wild .2 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesday 8AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The series explores all types of wild animals, while providing important information by experts from the San Diego Zoo. For example in some episodes viewers are introduced to various animal enrichment programs where zoo staff seeks to duplicate a particular animals habits that are prevalent and unique to that animal in the wild. Series also introduces teenage viewers to the living habits of animals from jaguars to orangutans to pandas as well as rare species such as Amur Leopards and Indian Gaurs. In one episode, viewers learn about the care of a hippo calf while another episode explores the challenges of caring for cheetah chimps. GET WILD is educational, informative and entertaining while providing unique upclose televised visits of wild and exotic creatures and teaching viewers all about life in the animal kingdom. |
Other Matters (11 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | The Inspectors .1 |
Origination | Network |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday, 730 AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | THE INSPECTORS is a new scripted dramatic series set in Washington, D.C., inspired by compelling real cases handled by the United States Postal Inspection Service. In the series, Preston Wainwright (Bret Green), a determined teen who is thriving after being paralyzed in a car accident, works as an intern for his U.S. Postal Inspector mom, Amanda (Jessica Lundy), helping to solve crimes ranging from Internet scams, identity and mail theft, to consumer fraud. THE INSPECTORS strives to educate young people about making the right choices in their daily lives, encourages open communication between teens and parents and includes positive messaging regarding living with disabilities, overcoming challenges, beating the odds and the power of perseverance. Also starring in the series are Terry Serpico, Harrison Knight and Erica-Marie Sanchez. The United States Postal Inspection Service, the nation's oldest federal law enforcement agency, will serve as the show's official programming resource. |
Other Matters (12 of 12) | Response |
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Program Title | Animal Outakes .2 |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Friday 830AM |
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 Outtakes serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including the importance of learning about a wide variety of animals and the people who take care of them. Teenage students are presented with fascinating stories and introduced to exceptional individuals. |
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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). |
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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. |
Kim Edney Meredith Corp 10/15/2019 |
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Comet Amdendment 10.14.19.pdf | Applicant | Amendment | Done with Virus Scan and/or Conversion |