| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | No |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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NEXSTAR BROADCASTING, INC. Doing Business As: NEXSTAR BROADCASTING, INC. |
Elizabeth Ryder 545 E. JOHN CARPENTER FREEWAY SUITE 700 IRVING, TX 75062 United States |
+1 (972) 373-8800 |
eryder@nexstar.tv |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Elizabeth Ryder General Counsel Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. |
545 E John Carpenter Freeway Suite 700 Irving, TX 75062 United States |
+1 (972) 373-8800 |
eryder@nexstar.tv |
Legal Representative |
|
Richard Stolpe Vice President - Engineering Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. |
545 E John Carpenter Freeway Suite 700 Irving, TX 75062 United States |
+1 (570) 706-7300 |
rstolpe@nexstar.tv |
Technical Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | NBC | |
| Nielsen DMA | Binghamton | |
| Web Home Page Address | http://www.BinghamtonHomepage.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 4.0 |
| 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 | 0.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671: | 0.0 |
| Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main Yes No program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (1 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Clangers |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 1/2-3/26, 11:30am -12:00pm ET channel 20 digital |
| 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 | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | A community of pinkish, pointy-nosed, inquisitive and charming creatures, the Clangers love their family and speak in a funny whistle-ese, inviting children to join in their wonder of the larger universe. Broadcast on channel 20 digital This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 11:30am. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the educational/informational objective and target child audience for this program are specified on air and to program guide publishers. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Earth to Luna |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 1/2-3/26, 12:00 - 12:30 PM ET channel 20 digital |
| 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 | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Earth to Luna! follows the adventures of a little girl who's completely, undeniably and passionately into just one thing: science. For Luna, a six-year-old girl, the earth is a giant laboratory and she dives into every new experience with boundless energy and enthusiasm along with her little brother Jupiter and pet ferret Clive. What most of us ignore, Luna notices and cannot rest until she is able to answer the question, "Why is this happening?" There is nothing Luna won't do to find the answers to her scientific questions. Broadcast on channel 20 digital This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 12:00pm. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the educational/informational objective and target child audience for this program are specified on air and to program guide publishers. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Nina's World |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 1/2-3/26, 10:00AM -10:30am ET channel 20 digital |
| 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 | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The series celebrates family, community, creativity, and global awareness. Nina embraces the big wonder of everyday moments in the world around her. While living in such a diverse community, Nina gets to experience the world without ever leaving town. Through a close relationship with her Abuelita (grandmother) and parents, family values and traditions are emphasized. Spanish words and phrases will be introduced in an organic way throughout each episode. Nina also knows that communication is the key to expressing thoughts and emotions. That is why she is eager to learn American Sign Language to communicate better with deaf friend, Nico. Wherever Nina turns, she is surrounded by interesting new discoveries, great friends, and the possibilities and wonder of the world around her. Just like Nina, viewers will be inspired to creativity capture the unique and happy moments in each and every day. Broadcast on channel 20 digital. This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 10:00am. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the educational/informational objective and target child audience for this program are specified on air and to program guide publishers. Broadcast on channel 20 digital |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Astroblast |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 1/2-3/26, 11:00-11:30 AM ET channel 20 digital |
| 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 | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | "Astroblast!" follows the adventures of a crew of space animals who run the Astroblast Space Station - the coolest hangout in the galaxy. The team of animals who run it are the best of friends - Comet, Halley, Sputnik, Radar and Jet - all under the watchful eye of Sal the Octopus. But when you stick five friends with very different personalities in one place - things are bound to get messy. Through it all, the "Astroblast!" crew accept their differences, help one another, make new friends, and discover that getting along is always out of this world. Every day brings a new adventure - big and small - whether it involves getting ready for a surprise birthday party for a Gremulon princess, dealing with demanding dairy-obsessed customers from the Milky Way, making peace between two spaceships of hungry space pirates, or helping a scary-looking, but shy, visitor make friends when no one will sit with him at lunch. "Astroblast!" is a Sprout original series that is co-produced with Scholastic Media, a division of Scholastic Inc, the global children's publishing, education and media company. Astroblast! is inspired by the books of the same name by award-winning author and illustrator Bob Kolar. Broadcast on channel 20 analog digital. This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 11:00am. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the educational/informational objective and target child audience for this program are specified on air and to program guide publishers. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | LazyTown |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 1/2-3/26, 12:30-1:00 PM ET channel 20 digital |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 6 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 7 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 7 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 7 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The citizens of Lazytown learn the importance of things like eating right and exercising from the ultra-athletic superhero, Sportucus, who must stop the evil plots of Robbie Rotten, who hates physical activity, among other things. Broadcast on channel 20 digital This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 12:30pm. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LazyTown |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/16/2016 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 | 2016-01-16 |
| Episode # | LZT147 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LazyTown |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/23/2016 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 | 2016-01-23 |
| Episode # | LZT301 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LazyTown |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/02/2016 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 | 2016-01-02 |
| Episode # | LZT141 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LazyTown |
| List date and time rescheduled | 02/06/2016 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 | 2016-02-06 |
| Episode # | LZT310 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LazyTown |
| List date and time rescheduled | 02/27/2016 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 | 2016-02-27 |
| Episode # | LZT305 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LazyTown |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/26/2016 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 | 2016-03-26 |
| Episode # | LZT312 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | LazyTown |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/12/2016 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 | 2016-03-12 |
| Episode # | LZT308 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ruff-Ruff, Tweet and Dave |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 1/2-3/26, 10:30am -11:00am ET channel 20 digital |
| 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 | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Ruff-Ruff, Tweet and Dave is Sprout's newest original series that follows best friends Ruff-Ruff (an excitable puppy), Tweet (a lovable and thoughtful chick), and Dave (a unique, blue panda) on a day of adventure, discovery and play. Each episode will reveal a new adventure about making choices and encourages viewers to watch the show while accessing a companion interactive mobile app. Broadcast on channel 20 digital This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 10:30am. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the educational/informational objective and target child audience for this program are specified on air and to program guide publishers. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 1/2-3/26 9:00-9:30AM channel 20 digital |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 6 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 7 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 7 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 7 |
| 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. | Exploration preserves your instinct to explore. Exploration with Jarod Miller, is an engaging, energetic journey around the natural world as seen through the eyes of zoologist Jarod Miller and the animals he loves. Exploration with Jarod Miller brings people to the animals they might not otherwise experience and sometimes brings the animals to the people in amusing and unexpected ways. And Jarod is uniquely qualified to bridge this gap, being a passionate, unabashed animal lover who at the age of 25 became the youngest ever Executive Director of an accredited zoo, the Binghamton Zoo in upstate New York. This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 9am. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the educational/informational objective and target child audience for this program are specified on air and to program guide publishers. Broadcast on channel 20 digital |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/12/2016 08:30 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 | 2016-03-12 |
| Episode # | 502 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/26/2016 08:30 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 | 2016-03-26 |
| Episode # | 504 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/23/2016 08:30 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 | 2016-01-23 |
| Episode # | 413 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/16/2016 08:30 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 | 2016-01-16 |
| Episode # | 412 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
| List date and time rescheduled | 02/27/2016 08:30 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 | 2016-02-27 |
| Episode # | 418 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/02/2016 08:30 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 | 2016-01-02 |
| Episode # | 410 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
| List date and time rescheduled | 02/06/2016 08:30 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 | 2016-02-06 |
| Episode # | 415 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | PETS.TV |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 1/2-3/26 9:30-10:00 AM ET channel 20 digital |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 6 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 7 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 7 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 7 |
| 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. | Pets.TV is a television program that provides educational and informational segments exposing the target audience of young viewers to everything Pets. The upbeat contemporary presentation relates pets to their lives and interests. Pets from everyday to the unique are showcased with educational information that shares how they evolved to become pets and their geographic origins. Professionals share personal experiences of featured animals and/or related products. In these segments the excitement and love of working with pets is expressed. The motivational and inspirational message of each guest empowers audiences of all ages to pursue more information and education about everything pets. This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 9:30am. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the educational/informational objective and target child audience for this program are specified on air and to program guide publishers. Broadcast on channel 20 digital |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | PETS.TV |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/16/2016 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 | 2016-01-16 |
| Episode # | 808A-R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | PETS.TV |
| List date and time rescheduled | 02/27/2016 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 | 2016-02-27 |
| Episode # | 816A |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | PETS.TV |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/26/2016 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 | 2016-03-26 |
| Episode # | 811A-R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | PETS.TV |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/02/2016 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 | 2016-01-02 |
| Episode # | 806A-R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | PETS.TV |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/23/2016 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 | 2016-01-23 |
| Episode # | 811A |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | PETS.TV |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/12/2016 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 | 2016-03-12 |
| Episode # | 809A-R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | PETS.TV |
| List date and time rescheduled | 02/06/2016 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 | 2016-02-06 |
| Episode # | 813A |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| 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 | James LaVasser |
| Address | 203 Ingraham Hill Road |
| City | Binghamton |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 13903 |
| Telephone Number | (607) 771-3434 |
| Email Address | JimLaVasser@nc34.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. | Children's PSA's aired: Autism - aired 48 times over the quarter. Community Engagement College Course - aired 24 times over the quarter. Foundation For A Better Life - aired 42 times over the quarter. Boy Scouts of America - aired 15 times over the quarter. |
| Other Matters (1 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 4/2-6/25, 9:00am-9:30am channel 20 digital |
| 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. | Exploration preserves your instinct to explore. Exploration with Jarod Miller, is an engaging, energetic journey around the natural world as seen through the eyes of zoologist Jarod Miller and the animals he loves. Exploration with Jarod Miller brings people to the animals they might not otherwise experience and sometimes brings the animals to the people in amusing and unexpected ways. And Jarod is uniquely qualified to bridge this gap, being a passionate, unabashed animal lover who at the age of 25 became the youngest ever Executive Director of an accredited zoo, the Binghamton Zoo in upstate New York. This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 9am. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the educational/informational objective and target child audience for this program are specified on air and to program guide publishers. Broadcast on channel 20 digital |
| Other Matters (2 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Floogals |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 4/2-6/25, 10:00 -10:30 AM ET channel 20 digital |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Every day, Fleeker, Flo, and Boomer embark an exciting mission of experimentation, learning, and discovery. As these tiny alien adventurers explore the hooman way of life, children learn how to confront and conquer everyday problems. The Floogals adventures also empower children to better appreciate and understand the unique world around them. This on-screen engagement takes place just as children are beginning to explore their own environments. This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 10:00am. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the educational/informational objective and target child audience for this program are specified on air and to program guide publishers. |
| Other Matters (3 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Nina's World |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 4/2-6/25, 10:30 - 11:00 AM ET channel 20 digital |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The series celebrates family, community, creativity, and global awareness. Nina embraces the big wonder of everyday moments in the world around her. While living in such a diverse community, Nina gets to experience the world without ever leaving town. Through a close relationship with her Abuelita (grandmother) and parents, family values and traditions are emphasized. Spanish words and phrases will be introduced in an organic way throughout each episode. Nina also knows that communication is the key to expressing thoughts and emotions. That is why she is eager to learn American Sign Language to communicate better with deaf friend, Nico. Wherever Nina turns, she is surrounded by interesting new discoveries, great friends, and the possibilities and wonder of the world around her. Just like Nina, viewers will be inspired to creativity capture the unique and happy moments in each and every day. Broadcast on channel 20 digital This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 10:30am. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the educational/informational objective and target child audience for this program are specified on air and to program guide publishers. |
| Other Matters (4 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | PETS.TV |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 4/2-6/25, 9:30am-10:00am channel 20 digital |
| 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. | Pets.TV is a television program that provides educational and informational segments exposing the target audience of young viewers to everything Pets. The upbeat contemporary presentation relates pets to their lives and interests. Pets from everyday to the unique are showcased with educational information that shares how they evolved to become pets and their geographic origins. Professionals share personal experiences of featured animals and/or related products. In these segments the excitement and love of working with pets is expressed. The motivational and inspirational message of each guest empowers audiences of all ages to pursue more information and education about everything pets. This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 9:30am. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the educational/informational objective and target child audience for this program are specified on air and to program guide publishers. Broadcast on channel 20 digital |
| Other Matters (5 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Noodle and Doodle |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 4/2-6/25, 12:30-1:00 PM ET channel 20 digital |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | A Sprout original production, Noodle and Doodle is a full-length, live-action series featuring arts, crafts and cooking for preschoolers and their families. Hosted by Sean, Sprouts master artist and co-host of The Sunny Side Up Show (Sprouts morning block and only LIVE show on television specifically designed for the preschool audience), Noodle and Doodle features arts, crafts and healthy recipes inspired by real preschoolers experiences. With his new friends Noodle, a loveable puppet who likes to help in the kitchen, and Doodle, a virtual, electronic friend, Sean leads real preschoolers and viewers at home to make all kinds of kid-friendly creations. Viewers will discover healthy recipes and clever crafts that families can create together using materials from around the home. Broadcast on channel 20 digital This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 12:30pm. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the |
| Other Matters (6 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Astroblast |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 4/2-6/25, 11:30 - 12:00 PM ET channel 20 digital |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | "Astroblast!" follows the adventures of a crew of space animals who run the Astroblast Space Station - the coolest hangout in the galaxy. The team of animals who run it are the best of friends - Comet, Halley, Sputnik, Radar and Jet - all under the watchful eye of Sal the Octopus. But when you stick five friends with very different personalities in one place - things are bound to get messy. Through it all, the "Astroblast!" crew accept their differences, help one another, make new friends, and discover that getting along is always out of this world. Every day brings a new adventure - big and small - whether it involves getting ready for a surprise birthday party for a Gremulon princess, dealing with demanding dairy-obsessed customers from the Milky Way, making peace between two spaceships of hungry space pirates, or helping a scary-looking, but shy, visitor make friends when no one will sit with him at lunch. "Astroblast!" is a Sprout original series that is co-produced with Scholastic Media, a division of Scholastic Inc, the global children's publishing, education and media company. Astroblast! is inspired by the books of the same name by award-winning author and illustrator Bob Kolar. Broadcast on channel 20 digital This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 11:30am. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the educational/informational objective and target child audience for this program are specified on air and to program guide publishers. |
| Other Matters (7 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ruff-Ruff, Tweet and Dave |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 4/2-6/25, 11:00-11:30 AM ET channel 20 digital |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Ruff-Ruff, Tweet and Dave is Sprout's newest original series that follows best friends Ruff-Ruff (an excitable puppy), Tweet (a lovable and thoughtful chick), and Dave (a unique, blue panda) on a day of adventure, discovery and play. Each episode will reveal a new adventure about making choices and encourages viewers to watch the show while accessing a companion interactive mobile app. Broadcast on channel 20 analog digital. This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 11:00am. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the educational/informational objective and target child audience for this program are specified on air and to program guide publishers. |
| Other Matters (8 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Chica Show |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 4/2-6/25, 12:00 - 12:30 PM ET channel 20 digital |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The doors of "The Costume Coop" are now open for business! Step into the Coop as Chica, Kelly and the singing/ dancing duo of Mr. and Mrs. C ... (also known as Chica's Mom and Dad) ... welcome you with open wings for fantastic adventures and dress-up fun. Broadcast on channel 20 digital This program meets the definition of "core programming" because: 1) It serves the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under. 2) It airs at 12:00pm. 3)It is regularly scheduled on Saturday. 4) It is 30:00 minutes in length. 5) the educational/informational objective and target child audience for this program are specified on air and to program guide publishers. |
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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. |
James LaVasser Marketing Manager 03/31/2016 |
