| 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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KPHO BROADCASTING CORPORATION Doing Business As: KPHO BROADCASTING CORPORATION |
Joshua Pila 1716 LOCUST STREET DES MOINES, IA 50309 United States |
+1 (515) 284-3000 |
RegAffairs@meredith.com |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Seth Parker Director of Local Programming KPHO BROADCASTING CORPORATION |
5555 N. 7th Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85013 United States |
+1 (602) 207-3302 |
sethparker@meredith.com |
Director of Local Programming |
|
Joshua N. Pila General Counsel KPHO Broadcasting Corporation |
425 14th Street NW Atlanta, GA 30318 United States |
+1 (404) 327-3286 |
Joshua.Pila@meredith.com |
Legal Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | 3.1 Independent, 3.2 Independent, 3.3 Independent | |
| Nielsen DMA | Phoenix (Prescott) | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.azfamily.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| 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 | 336.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671: | 6.0 |
| Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main Yes No program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (1 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 5pm (January 1 - March 26, 2017) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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. | Host Jack Hanna spends time with nature's creatures across continents. The purpose of educating children 13-16 about each animals, habitat, and environment. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | (KTVK 3.3) Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/26/2017 02:00 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 | 2017-03-19 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Other |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) Career Day |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:30am (January 7 - March 25, 2017) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| 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. | Targeted to an audience of 13-16 year old children. The purpose of this program is to provide a safe learning environment for our viewers to become more informed about the gamut of possible careers available for them to explore: from brain surgeon to marine biologist. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 4:30pm (January 1, 2017) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Each week 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 is the need for speed or animal heroes - there is always something amazing. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Expedition Wild |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 11:30am (January 1 - March 26, 2017) |
| 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. | Casey Anderson showcases his charismatic animal companions on an innovative and action packed odyssey through North America's wild places. The show will bring audiences a rare and personal experience with endangered species in the stunning natural ecosystems that they call home. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 4:30pm (January 1 - March 26, 2016) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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. | Host Jack Hanna spends time with nature's creatures across continents. The purpose of educating children 13-16 about each animals, habitat, and environment. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | (KTVK 3.3) Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/26/2017 01:30 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 | 2017-03-19 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Other |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) Think Big |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 4pm (January 1, 2017) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | 1 |
| 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. | Think Big shows children actively solving problems using scientific principles, combining skill and creativity. The series also demonstrates real world applications for math, science and engineering, proving that the physical sciences can be useful, challenging and fun. Each episode presents a "invent off" challenge where teenage teams must invent a machine designed to perform a specific task in a limited amount of time. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Dog Town, USA |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 12:30pm (January 1 - March 26,2017) |
| 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. | Dog Town, USA will inspire young people to pursue their dreams while valuing the importance of dedicating oneself to the greater good of community and family. Trained experts teach teen viewers how to be a responsible pet owner and maintain a safe and healthy lifestyle for both family and pet. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) Real Life 101 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:30am (January 7 - March 25, 2017) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| 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 key objective of this series is to stimulate imagination as it explores career opportunities. Some of the careers explored are: cartoonist, Radio DJ, Baseball Manager, Surfboard Designer, Truck Driver, Dentist Worm Farmer, Lifeguard and Artist. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Recipe Rehab |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 1pm (January 1 - March 26, 2017) |
| 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. | Viewers will submit their favorite high calorie classic family recipes and two acclaimed chefs will face off in a competition to give the recipes a low calorie twist. Viewers will learn the value of healthy, wholesome ingredients, and how healthy food choices can have a positive effect on quality of life. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Hatched |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 1:30pm (January 1 - March 26, 2017) |
| 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. | Hatched is a unique program that combines entertainment with business school. Hatched will focus on the skills needed to launch a product. It will help young people develop the confidence and business savvy to execute a detailed business plan that includes product pricing, packaging, marketing, and investment strategies. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) Real Life 101 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 2:30pm (January 1, 2017) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | 1 |
| 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 key objective of this series is to stimulate imagination as it explores career opportunities. Some of the careers explored are: cartoonist, Radio DJ, Baseball Manager, Surfboard Designer, Truck Driver, Dentist Worm Farmer, Lifeguard and Artist. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) Animal Atlas |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 2pm (January 1, 2017) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Animal Atlas travels the globe to meet every kind of animal imaginable, from the familiar to the astounding. Each episode takes young viewers on a journey through the animal kingdom to learn about the lives, history, and varying adaptions that allow animals to survive and thrive in the wild. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 12:30pm (January 7 - March 25,2017) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Each week 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 is the need for speed or animal heroes - there is always something amazing. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) Career Day |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 3:30pm (January 1, 2017) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | 1 |
| 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. | Targeted to an audience of 13-16 year old children. The purpose of this program is to provide a safe learning environment for our viewers to become more informed about the gamut of possible careers available for them to explore: from brain surgeon to marine biologist. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 3:30pm (January 1 - March 26, 2017)) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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. | Host Jack Hanna spends time with nature's creatures across continents. The purpose of educating children 13-16 about each animals, habitat, and environment. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | (KTVK 3.3) Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/26/2017 12:30 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 | 2017-03-19 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Other |
| Digital Core Program (16 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 3pm (January 1 - March 26, 2017) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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. | Host Jack Hanna spends time with nature's creatures across continents. The purpose of educating children 13-16 about each animals, habitat, and environment. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | (KTVK 3.3) Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/26/2017 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 | 2017-03-19 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Other |
| Digital Core Program (17 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 4pm (January 1 - March 26, 2017) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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. | Host Jack Hanna spends time with nature's creatures across continents. The purpose of educating children 13-16 about each animals, habitat, and environment. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | (KTVK 3.3) Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/26/2017 01:00 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 | 2017-03-19 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Other |
| Digital Core Program (18 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Ocean Mysteries |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 11am (January 1 - March 26, 2017) |
| 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. | Hosted by Jeff Corwin, Ocean Mysteries shows how animals share the same behaviors, challenges and triumphs that humans do. From exciting rescues of abandoned animals to unexpected conflicts in the "family dynamics" of the mingling species, viewers will get to know these heroes, and all of the fascinating life teeming in our oceans. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (19 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Brain Games: Family Edition |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 12pm (January 1 - March 26, 2017) |
| 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. | Jason Silva will explore a variety of different topics, including visual perception, memory, skill learning, decision making, and more. Brain Games educates and inspires viewers by presenting a series of experiments and activities designed to help people improve cognitive function and use their brains better, smarter, and faster. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (20 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) Wild About Animals |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 5:30pm (January 1 - March 26, 2017)) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Each episode of the series will be specific to a particular animal. Topics will range from basic food gathering, mating, natural enemies, relationships to other animals, and the interaction of the specific ecology on the survival of the species. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | (KTVK 3.2) Wild About Animals |
| List date and time rescheduled | 03/26/2017 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 | 2017-03-19 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Other |
| Digital Core Program (21 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) Animal Atlas |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10am (January 7 - March 25,2017) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Animal Atlas travels the globe to meet every kind of animal imaginable, from the familiar to the astounding. Each episode takes young viewers on a journey through the animal kingdom to learn about the lives, history, and varying adaptions that allow animals to survive and thrive in the wild. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (22 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) Think Big |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 12pm (January 7 - March 25, 2017) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| 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. | Think Big shows children actively solving problems using scientific principles, combining skill and creativity. The series also demonstrates real world applications for math, science and engineering, proving that the physical sciences can be useful, challenging and fun. Each episode presents a "invent off" challenge where teenage teams must invent a machine designed to perform a specific task in a limited amount of time. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (23 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) Young Icons |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11am (January 7 - March 25, 2017) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| 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. | Provides educational and information featuring accomplished teens giving back to the community as mentors, scholars, entrepreneurs and philanthropists. Each guest share their personal stories of what motivated them to take their passion in their chosen field of endeavor. Inspiring the audience to hard work, dedication and looking beyond themselves. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (24 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) Young Icons |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 3pm (January 1, 2017) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | 1 |
| 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. | Provides educational and information featuring accomplished teens giving back to the community as mentors, scholars, entrepreneurs and philanthropists. Each guest share their personal stories of what motivated them to take their passion in their chosen field of endeavor. Inspiring the audience to hard work, dedication and looking beyond themselves. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? | Yes |
| Name of children's programming liaison | Seth Parker |
| Address | 5555 N. 7th Avenue |
| City | Phoenix |
| State | AZ |
| Zip | 85013 |
| Telephone Number | (602) 207-3302 |
| Email Address | seth.parker@meredith.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. | After due review of internal station records and documentation provided to us by program suppliers, the licensee hereby, certifies that the station fully complied with the FCC's commercial limits in children's programs. as specified at 47 C.F.R. Section 73.670, with respect to all programs spifcally designed for children age twelve and under. In addition to the educational or informational programs listed in the report, the station broadcast the following programs specifically designed for children ages twelve and and under that were not "educational or informational" programming: None. The schedule change for the 3.2 programs effective 1/7/17 was done to move that E/I block away from the blocks on 3.1 and 3.3 for operational purposes. The 3.3 preemptions on 3/19/17 were caused by operator error. |
| Other Matters (1 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) Wild About Animals |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 5:30pm |
| 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. | Each episode of the series will be specific to a particular animal. Topics will range from basic food gathering, mating, natural enemies, relationships to other animals, and the interaction of the specific ecology on the survival of the species. |
| Other Matters (2 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURERS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 3:30pm |
| 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. | Host Jack Hanna spends time with nature's creatures across continents. The purpose of educating children 13-16 about each animals, habitat, and environment. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Other Matters (3 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2)YOUNG ICONS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11am |
| 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. | Provides educational and information featuring accomplished teens giving back to the community as mentors, scholars, entrepreneurs and philanthropists. Each guest share their personal stories of what motivated them to take their passion in their chosen field of endeavor. Inspiring the audience to hard work, dedication and looking beyond themselves. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Other Matters (4 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2)REAL LIFE 101 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:30am |
| 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 key objective of this series is to stimulate imagination as it explores career opportunities. Some of the careers explored are: cartoonist, Radio DJ, Baseball Manager, Surfboard Designer, Truck Driver, Dentist Worm Farmer, Lifeguard and Artist. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Other Matters (5 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Recipe Rehab |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 1pm |
| 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. | Viewers will submit their favorite high calorie classic family recipes and two acclaimed chefs will face off in a competition to give the recipes a low calorie twist. Viewers will learn the value of healthy, wholesome ingredients, and how healthy food choices can have a positive effect on quality of life. |
| Other Matters (6 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURERS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 5pm |
| 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. | Host Jack Hanna spends time with nature's creatures across continents. The purpose of educating children 13-16 about each animals, habitat, and environment. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Other Matters (7 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) THINK BIG |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 12pm |
| 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 shows children actively solving problems using scientific principles, combining skill and creativity. The series also demonstrates real world applications for math, science and engineering, proving that the physical sciences can be useful, challenging and fun. Each episode presents a "invent off" challenge where teenage teams must invent a machine designed to perform a specific task in a limited amount of time. |
| Other Matters (8 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Ocean Mysteries |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 11am |
| 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. | Hosted by Jeff Corwin, Ocean Mysteries shows how animals share the same behaviors, challenges and triumphs that humans do. From exciting rescues of abandoned animals to unexpected conflicts in the "family dynamics" of the mingling species, viewers will get to know these heroes, and all of the fascinating life teeming in our oceans. |
| Other Matters (9 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Dog Town, USA |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 12:30pm |
| 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 Town, USA will inspire young people to pursue their dreams while valuing the importance of dedicating oneself to the greater good of community and family. Trained experts teach teen viewers how to be a responsible pet owner and maintain a safe and healthy lifestyle for both family and pet. |
| Other Matters (10 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Hatched |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 1:30pm |
| 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. | Hatched is a unique program that combines entertainment with business school. Hatched will focus on the skills needed to launch a product. It will help young people develop the confidence and business savvy to execute a detailed business plan that includes product pricing, packaging, marketing, and investment strategies. |
| Other Matters (11 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURERS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 4:30pm |
| 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. | Host Jack Hanna spends time with nature's creatures across continents. The purpose of educating children 13-16 about each animals, habitat, and environment. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Other Matters (12 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURERS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 4pm |
| 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. | Host Jack Hanna spends time with nature's creatures across continents. The purpose of educating children 13-16 about each animals, habitat, and environment. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Other Matters (13 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) Animal Atlas |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10am |
| 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 Atlas travels the globe to meet every kind of animal imaginable, from the familiar to the astounding. Each episode takes young viewers on a journey through the animal kingdom to learn about the lives, history, and varying adaptions that allow animals to survive and thrive in the wild. |
| Other Matters (14 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURERS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 3pm |
| 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. | Host Jack Hanna spends time with nature's creatures across continents. The purpose of educating children 13-16 about each animals, habitat, and environment. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Other Matters (15 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Brain Games: Family Edition |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 12pm |
| 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. | Jason Silva will explore a variety of different topics, including visual perception, memory, skill learning, decision making, and more. Brain Games educates and inspires viewers by presenting a series of experiments and activities designed to help people improve cognitive function and use their brains better, smarter, and faster. |
| Other Matters (16 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) ANIMAL EXPLORATION WITH JAROD MILLER |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 12:30pm |
| 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. | 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 is the need for speed or animal heroes - there is 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. The producers design each episode to reveal to children the world around them in a way that identifies positive role models and pro-social values within an environmentally responsible universe. Targets teens 13-16. |
| Other Matters (17 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Expedition Wild |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 11:30am |
| 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. | Casey Anderson showcases his charismatic animal companions on an innovative and action packed odyssey through North America's wild places. The show will bring audiences a rare and personal experience with endangered species in the stunning natural ecosystems that they call home. |
| Other Matters (18 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2)CAREER DAY |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:30am |
| 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. | Targeted to an audience of 13-16 year old children. The purpose of this program is to provide a safe learning environment for our viewers to become more informed about the gamut of possible careers available for them to explore: from brain surgeon to marine biologist. |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
The undersigned certifies that he or she is (a) the party filing the Children's Television Programming, or an officer, director, member, partner, trustee, authorized employee, or other individual or duly elected or appointed official who is authorized to sign on behalf of the party filing the Children's Television Programming; or (b) an attorney qualified to practice before the Commission under 47 C.F.R. Section 1.23(a), who is authorized to represent the party filing the Children's Television Programming, and who further certifies that he or she has read the document; that to the best of his or her knowledge, information,and belief there is good ground to support it; and that it is not interposed for delay. FAILURE TO SIGN THIS APPLICATION MAY RESULT IN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION AND FORFEITURE OF ANY FEES PAID Upon grant of this application, the Authorization Holder may be subject to certain construction or coverage requirements. Failure to meet the construction or coverage requirements will result in automatic cancellation of the Authorization. Consult appropriate FCC regulations to determine the construction or coverage requirements that apply to the type of Authorization requested in this application. WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM OR ANY ATTACHMENTS ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. Code, Title 18, §1001) AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION AUTHORIZATION (U.S. Code, Title 47, §312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. Code, Title 47, §503). |
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| I certify that this application includes all required and relevant attachments. | Yes |
| I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above. |
Seth Parker Director of Local Programming 04/05/2017 |
