| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | No |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
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 Comet TV, 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 3.2 Comet) Xplorations Earth 2050 |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9am (July 7 - September 29, 2018) |
| 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. | This program asks "what will the world look like in 2050?". It will explore the future to see where advances in science, technology, and engineering will lead us. Subjects include robotics, Automobile tech, consumer electronics, and health, among others. The future world is presented to the audience in ways that are both fun and educational |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) Young Icons |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays 11:30am (July 6 - September 28, 2018) |
| 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. | 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 (3 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Rock the Park |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 1pm (September 16 - September 30, 2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| Total times aired | 3 |
| 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. | Rock the Park is a half hour weekly series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age. Hosts Jack Steward and Colton Smith take viewers to some of the most amazing places on earth, America's National Parks, including Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida, Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, and Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. |
| 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 3.2 Comet) Xploration Awesome Planet |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 8:30am (July 1 - September 30, 2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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. | Phillippe Cousteau hosts this series about earth sciences, including geology, geography, and meteorology. It will inform viewers about how land formations such as Glaciers and volcanoes develop. Episodes include travels to a laboratory at Oregon State University that is able to simulate a tsunami and to Iceland to explore its famous geysers and waterfalls. |
| 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 3.1) Jewels of the Natural World |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 1:30pm (September 16 - September 30, 2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| Total times aired | 3 |
| 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. | Jewels of the Natural World is produced to educate and inform children 13 - 16 years of age. Host Nicole Gibbons will give viewers a passport to discover some of the most fascinating animals on our planet, including the Great Land Migration of millions of wildebeests in Africa, and the struggle for survival of iconic species such as hippos, cheetahs, and elephants. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) Career Day |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays 1pm (July 6 - September 28, 2018 |
| 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. | 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 (7 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) Wild About Animals |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays 12:30pm (July 6 - August,31 2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 9 |
| Total times aired | 9 |
| 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 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 |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Calling Dr. Pol |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 12:30pm (July 1 - September 9, 2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This program explores the fascinating occupation of veterinary medicine. Dr. Pol specializes in large farm animals, but also cares for animals of all shapes and sizes. Each week audiences will have a chance to understand the challenges and rewards of this fulfilling profession and learn that the work doesn't stop at the clinic. |
| 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 3.3) Real Life 101 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays 12pm (July 6 - August 24, 2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
| Total times aired | 8 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | 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 (10 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) Think Big |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays 1:30pm (July 6 - September 28, 2018) |
| 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. | 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 (11 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2 Comet) Xploration Animal Science |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9:30am (July 7 - September 29, 2018) |
| 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. | This program does not simply display animal behavior, rather it tells why and how creatures behave as they do. Episodes will explain how the polar bear has developed special adaptions that help it survive in a most unforgiving climate, and why eagles' sense of sight is so highly advanced. |
| 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 Comet) Xploration Outer Space |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 8am (July 1 - September 30, 2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This series collaborates with NASA to teach viewers about the planets, stars, moon, and scientific concepts of the universe. Episodes include travels to the Johnson Space Center to look at what it takes to be an astronaut, and to the Mars Desert Research Station to discover what it would be like to live on Mars. |
| 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 3.3) Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays 12:30pm (September 7 - September 28, 2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 4 |
| Total times aired | 4 |
| 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. | 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 |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2 Comet) Get Wild at the San Diego Zoo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 8am (July 7 - September 29, 2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The series is based at the world famous San Diego Zoo where animal experts explain the importance of understanding animals and their habitats. |
| 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 3.1) Calling Dr. Pol |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 12pm (July 1 - September 9, 2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This program explores the fascinating occupation of veterinary medicine. Dr. Pol specializes in large farm animals, but also cares for animals of all shapes and sizes. Each week audiences will have a chance to understand the challenges and rewards of this fulfilling profession and learn that the work doesn't stop at the clinic. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (16 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Rescue Me with Dr. Lisa |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 1:30pm (July 1 - September 9, 2018 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| 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. | Rescue Me with Dr. Lisa educates and informs the audience about canine adoption and creating healthy environments for dogs. Dr. Lisa will teach teen viewers how ot be responsible pet owners 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 (17 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Outback Adventures with Tim Faulkner |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 12pm (September 16 - September 30, 2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| Total times aired | 3 |
| 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 be provided an eye opening experience as Tim, animal expert and wildlife park operations manager, showcases the beauty and wonder of the natural world, exploring the habitats and adventures of creatures of all sizes, including a giant Galapagos tortoise, a baby wombat, the flying fox, and even a newly discovered species of bird. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (18 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Outback Adventures with Tim Faulkner |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 1pm (July 1 - September 9, 2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| 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 be provided an eye opening experience as Tim, animal expert and wildlife park operations manager, showcases the beauty and wonder of the natural world, exploring the habitats and adventures of creatures of all sizes, including a giant Galapagos tortoise, a baby wombat, the flying fox, and even a newly discovered species of bird. |
| 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 3.3) Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays 12pm (August 31 - September 29, 2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 5 |
| Total times aired | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | 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 |
| Digital Core Program (20 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Ocean Mysteries |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 11:30am (July 1 - September 30, 2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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 (21 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2 Comet) Wild World at the San Diego Zoo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 8:30am (July 7 - September 29, 2018) |
| 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. | Based at the famous San Diego Zoo, the series provides an in depth look at the behavior and life cycles of various rare and exotic animals. |
| 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 3.1) Rock the Park |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 12:30pm (September 16 - September 30, 2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| Total times aired | 3 |
| 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. | Rock the Park is a half hour weekly series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age. Hosts Jack Steward and Colton Smith take viewers to some of the most amazing places on earth, America's National Parks, including Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida, Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, and Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. |
| 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 3.3) Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays 11am (July 6 - September 28, 2018) |
| 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. | 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 |
| Digital Core Program (24 of 24) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Ocean Mysteries |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 11am (July 1, - September 30,2018) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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 |
| 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 specifically 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 changes on KTVK 3.1 were due to changes in the Litton Go Time E/I block schedule. The changes on KTVK 3.3 were do to expiring syndicated programs. |
| Other Matters (1 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) Get Wild with the San Diego Zoo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 8am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The series is based at the world famous San Diego Zoo where animal experts explain the importance of understanding animals and their habitats. |
| Other Matters (2 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Ocean Mysteries |
| 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. | 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 (3 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3)YOUNG ICONS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays at 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. | 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 3.3) CAREER DAY |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays 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. | 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. |
| Other Matters (5 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Jewels of the Natural World |
| 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. | Jewels of the Natural World is produced to educate and inform children 13 - 16 years of age. Host Nicole Gibbons will give viewers a passport to discover some of the most fascinating animals on our planet, including the Great Land Migration of millions of wildebeests in Africa, and the struggle for survival of iconic species such as hippos, cheetahs, and elephants. |
| Other Matters (6 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) XPLORATION EARTH 2050 |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 13 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | What will the world look like in 2050? This series tries to answer that question and more with scientists, inventors, doctors, science friction writers, and creative thinkers. Viewers will be taken on an educational adventure as the show tackles future challenges in everything from transportation to health care to the environment. |
| Other Matters (7 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Rock the Park |
| 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. | Rock the Park is a half hour weekly series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age. Hosts Jack Steward and Colton Smith take viewers to some of the most amazing places on earth, America's National Parks, including Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida, Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, and Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. |
| Other Matters (8 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Rock the Park |
| 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. | Rock the Park is a half hour weekly series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age. Hosts Jack Steward and Colton Smith take viewers to some of the most amazing places on earth, America's National Parks, including Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida, Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, and Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. |
| Other Matters (9 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 (10 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) XPLORATION OUTER SPACE |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 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. | This series will explore the challenges that come along with living in a different planetary environment and will have episodes on robotics, commercial space tourism, asteroids, our search for extraterrestrial life, and many other topics. |
| Other Matters (11 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) Wild World at the San Diego Zoo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 8:30am |
| 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. | Based at the famous San Diego Zoo, the series provides an in depth look at the behavior and life cycles of various rare and exotic animals. |
| Other Matters (12 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) THINK BIG |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays 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. | 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 (13 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.2) XPLORATION AWESOME PLANET |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 8:30am |
| 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. | Hosted by Philippe Cousteau, the grandson of legendary Jacques Cousteau, the series will explore earth sciences from above and below, including oceans, mountain ranges, volcanos, and the questions of why they formed and how they shaped our landscape. |
| Other Matters (14 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays 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. | 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 3.2) XPLORATION ANIMAL SCIENCE |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9:30am |
| 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. | This series goes beyond just the behavior of animals to look at how and why an animal is able to excel in its environment. The show uses animation, graphics, and scientific analysis from animal experts to give viewers more understanding than ever before of these amazing creatures. |
| Other Matters (16 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.1) Outback Adventures with Tim Faulkner |
| 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. | Viewers will be provided an eye opening experience as Tim, animal expert and wildlife park operations manager, showcases the beauty and wonder of the natural world, exploring the habitats and adventures of creatures of all sizes, including a giant Galapagos tortoise, a baby wombat, the flying fox, and even a newly discovered species of bird. |
| Other Matters (17 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURERS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays 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. | 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 (18 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (KTVK 3.3) Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays 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. | 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. |
| 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. |
John Seth Parker Director of Local Programming 10/09/2018 |
