Section | Question | Response |
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Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | No |
Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
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GULF-CALIFORNIA BROADCAST COMPANY Doing Business As: GULF-CALIFORNIA BROADCAST COMPANY |
31276 DUNHAM WAY THOUSAND PALMS, CA 92276 United States |
+1 (760) 773-0342 |
MSTUTZ@KESQ.COM |
Company |
Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
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LOUIS R DUTREIL JR DUTREI CONSULTING ENGINEER DUTREIL LUNDIN & RACKLEY INC |
DUTREIL LUNDIN & RACKLEY INC 201 FLETCHER AVE SARASOTA, FL 34237 United States |
+1 (941) 329-6004 |
BOBJR@DLR.COM |
Technical Representative |
Stephen Hartzell Brooks, Pierce et al. |
PO Box 1800 Raleigh, NC 27602 United States |
+1 (919) 839-0300 |
shartzell@brookspierce.com |
Legal Representative |
Section | Question | Response |
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Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
Affiliated network | FOX | |
Nielsen DMA | Palm Springs | |
Web Home Page Address | WWW.KESQ.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 | 3.0 |
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 6) | Response |
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Program Title | Think Big |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT 9AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
Total times aired | 15 |
Number of Preemptions | 5 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 5 |
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. | Think Big features top kid inventors who face off against each other in an Invent Off to see who can come up with the most innovative and creative invention.Each episode is set in the Think Tank, a studio filled top to bottom with art supplies and construction materials. Two teams each led by a Featured Inventor brainstorm choose materials and then sketch design and build their idea. Once completed the competing inventions are presented to a judge. The best invention wins bragging rights and the coveted Genius Cup. |
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 | Think Big |
List date and time rescheduled | 01/30/2016 11:30 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 | 2016-01-30 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | Think Big |
List date and time rescheduled | 02/20/2016 03:00 PM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 2016-02-20 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | Think Big |
List date and time rescheduled | 02/13/2016 03:00 PM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 2016-02-13 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | Think Big |
List date and time rescheduled | 02/06/2016 11:30 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 # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | Think Big |
List date and time rescheduled | 03/05/2016 03:00 PM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 2016-03-05 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Digital Core Program (2 of 6) | Response |
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Program Title | Biz Kids |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 930AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
Total times aired | 13 |
Number of Preemptions | 5 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 5 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Biz Kid$ is a weekly half-hour series focusing on financial literacy and entrepreneurship for teens targeting 13 to 16-year-olds. Using a mix of strong financial education tools, dynamic sketch comedy and inspiring true stories of young entrepreneurs Biz Kids provides important information for future success. Each episode features math language arts and social studies as well as teaching teens about money and business |
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 | Biz Kids |
List date and time rescheduled | 02/13/2016 03:30 PM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 2016-02-13 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | Biz Kids |
List date and time rescheduled | 02/06/2016 03:30 PM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 2016-01-30 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | Biz Kids |
List date and time rescheduled | 03/05/2016 03:30 PM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 2016-03-05 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | Biz Kids |
List date and time rescheduled | 01/30/2016 12:00 PM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 2016-01-30 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | Biz Kids |
List date and time rescheduled | 02/20/2016 03:30 PM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 2016-02-20 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Digital Core Program (3 of 6) | Response |
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Program Title | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT 730AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Total times aired | 13 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
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 Exploration with Jarod Miller is a half hour live action television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. Each week Jarod looks at exotic and domestic animals from his own unique perspective. Every week Jarod travels to zoos and aquariums to explore animals that fit a particular theme, whether it's the need for speed or animal heroes - there's always something amazing happening. Filled with energy, youth and humor, Jarod is a welcome visitor in living rooms around America on a weekly basis. It is the mission of this program to inspire viewers, children and adults alike, to preserve the innate human instinct to explore. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (4 of 6) | Response |
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Program Title | Dragonfly.tv |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 830AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
Total times aired | 15 |
Number of Preemptions | 3 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
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. | Dragonfly TV is a program that highlights children doing projects with real hands-on experience and demonstrates practical applications of mathematics and science. It introduces young viewers to a variety of scientific disciplines and challenges them in critical thinking and problem solving skills, while providing valuable information to reach answers. Each episode is engaging, entertaining and educational in structure, allowing children to investigate science on their own. |
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 | Dragon Fly TV |
List date and time rescheduled | 02/20/2016 02:30 PM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 2016-02-20 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | Dragon Fly TV |
List date and time rescheduled | 03/05/2016 02:30 PM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 2016-03-05 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Questions | Response |
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Title of Program | Dragon Fly TV |
List date and time rescheduled | 02/13/2016 02:30 PM |
Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
Date Preempted | 2016-02-13 |
Episode # | |
Reason for Preemption | Sports |
Digital Core Program (5 of 6) | Response |
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Program Title | Jack Hanna's Into The Wild |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 7am |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Total times aired | 13 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
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. | For over 20 years, Jack Hanna has been introducing America to amazing animals. In "Into the Wild", Jack meets the word's most incredible creatures in their native environments. It's not only about the animals, but also about native cultures and peoples. Throughout Jack's travels he raises awareness of different cultures, geography and spectacular animals and animal facts, while teaching children the importance of stewardship of our environment through his documented donations to conservation efforts worldwide. |
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
Digital Core Program (6 of 6) | Response |
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Program Title | Dog Tales |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT 8AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Total times aired | 13 |
Number of Preemptions | 0 |
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
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. | "Dog Tales" serves the educational and informational needs of children 13-16 years of age with its program content, including dog safety and care tips, as well as lessons on the responsibility of owning a dog. The show also provides informative segments on various dog breeds and showcases various veterinary experts explaining different issues affecting canines. The weekly series also includes recommended reading lists about dogs, and promotes children's writing and creative skills with essay and art contests. |
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 | SONIA MONTANO |
Address | 31276 DUNHAM WAY |
City | THOUSAND PALMS |
State | CA |
Zip | 92276 |
Telephone Number | (760) 340-7071 |
Email Address | SONIA.MONTANO@KESQ.COM |
Include any other comments or information you want the Commission to consider in evaluating your compliance with the Children's Television Act (or use this space for supplemental explanations). This may include information on any other noncore educational and informational programming that you aired this quarter or plan to air during the next quarter, or any existing or proposed non-broadcast efforts that will enhance the educational and informational value of such programming to children. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671, NOTES 2 and 3. |
Other Matters (1 of 6) | Response |
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Program Title | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT 730AM |
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 Exploration with Jarod Miller is a half hour live action television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. Each week Jarod looks at exotic and domestic animals from his own unique perspective. Every week Jarod travels to zoos and aquariums to explore animals that fit a particular theme, whether it's the need for speed or animal heroes - there's always something amazing happening. Filled with energy, youth and humor, Jarod is a welcome visitor in living rooms around America on a weekly basis. It is the mission of this program to inspire viewers, children and adults alike, to preserve the innate human instinct to explore. |
Other Matters (2 of 6) | Response |
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Program Title | Dragonfly.tv |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 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. | Dragonfly TV is a program that highlights children doing projects with real hands-on experience and demonstrates practical applications of mathematics and science. It introduces young viewers to a variety of scientific disciplines and challenges them in critical thinking and problem solving skills, while providing valuable information to reach answers. Each episode is engaging, entertaining and educational in structure, allowing children to investigate science on their own. |
Other Matters (3 of 6) | Response |
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Program Title | Dog Tales |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT 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. | "Dog Tales" serves the educational and informational needs of children 13-16 years of age with its program content, including dog safety and care tips, as well as lessons on the responsibility of owning a dog. The show also provides informative segments on various dog breeds and showcases various veterinary experts explaining different issues affecting canines. The weekly series also includes recommended reading lists about dogs, and promotes children's writing and creative skills with essay and art contests. |
Other Matters (4 of 6) | Response |
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Program Title | Biz Kids |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SAT 930AM |
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
Length of Program | 30 mins |
Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Biz Kid$ is a weekly half-hour series focusing on financial literacy and entrepreneurship for teens targeting 13 to 16-year-olds. Using a mix of strong financial education tools, dynamic sketch comedy and inspiring true stories of young entrepreneurs Biz Kids provides important information for future success. Each episode features math language arts and social studies as well as teaching teens about money and business |
Other Matters (5 of 6) | Response |
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Program Title | Jack Hanna's Into The Wild |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 7am |
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. | For over 20 years, Jack Hanna has been introducing America to amazing animals. In "Into the Wild", Jack meets the word's most incredible creatures in their native environments. It's not only about the animals, but also about native cultures and peoples. Throughout Jack's travels he raises awareness of different cultures, geography and spectacular animals and animal facts, while teaching children the importance of stewardship of our environment through his documented donations to conservation efforts worldwide. |
Other Matters (6 of 6) | Response |
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Program Title | Think Big |
Origination | Syndicated |
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 9AM |
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. | Think Big features top kid inventors who face off against each other in an Invent Off to see who can come up with the most innovative and creative invention.Each episode is set in the Think Tank, a studio filled top to bottom with art supplies and construction materials. Two teams each led by a Featured Inventor brainstorm choose materials and then sketch design and build their idea. Once completed the competing inventions are presented to a judge. The best invention wins bragging rights and the coveted Genius Cup. |
Question | Response |
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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. |
Sonia Montano Program Director 04/01/2016 |