| Section | Question | Response |
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| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
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| Section | Question | Response |
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| Station Type | Station Type | Independent |
| Affiliated network | ||
| Nielsen DMA | Pittsburgh | |
| Web Home Page Address | WWW.WBGN.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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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: | |
| 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? | |
| 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? |
| Digital Core Program (1 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BETA RECORDS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | WEDNESDAY 8:30AM THURSDAY 3:30 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 4 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| 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. | BETA Records TV is an educational and instructional music centric series. It follows a magazine format with segments ranging from major & indie artist interviews, tutorials and how-to's, producer and music executive tips, Internet heroes, The Vault (legendary artists), and music as it pertains to fashion and pop culture. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | AQUA KIDS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAY 1PM FRIDAY 8:00AM SUNDAY 9:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 9 years to 14 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Aqua Kids" featuring Phil Moore of Nickelodeon, who will host the series along with four incredibly talented kids, ages 9 through 14. At Aquakids our mission is to strive to inspire other kids to take charge of their environment. The Aqua Kids have their sights set on saving the oceans of the world,pollution, abuse of these incredible natural resources are taking their toll. They will look for adventure and knowledge and along the way, tackle some ecological dilemmas. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DISTANT ROADS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | WEDNESDAY 1:00PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| 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. | Roads - takes the viewer through an informative and scenic tour of our nations most treasured locations, rich with history and diverse culture. Each week, traveling in the most modern and state-of-the-art motor homes, Distant Roads presents a close-up and personal tour of these locals and their historical significance, as well as their current day characteristics and influence on our country. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | SWAP TV |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | WEDNESDAY 3:30PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| 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. | SWAP TV IS A WEEKLY HALF HOUR TELEVISION SERIES ABOUT TWO TEENAGERS FROM DIFFERENT BACKGROUNDS SWAPPING LIVES FOR A WEEKEND. THE SERIES MEETS THE EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL OBJECTIVES OF THE fcc'S CHILDRENS PROGRAMMING REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILDREN AGES 13-16. THE PROGRAMS EXPLORE THE OPPOSITE LIVES OF PARTICIPATING YOUNGSTERS AS THEY LEARN ABOUT DIFFERENT CULTURES AND FAMILY SETTINGS. YOUNG VIEWERS ARE EXPOSED TO THE SPECIAL INTERESTS OF THE SWAPPING YOUNGSTERS AND WHAT ADJUSTMENTS THEY MAKE TO A DIFFERENT LIFE SITUATION. THE PROGRAM TEACHES TOLERANCE OF VARIOUS RACES, CREEDS AND BACKGROUNDS WHILE EXPOSING AN APPRECIATION TO SOMEONEELSES WAY OF LIFE. EACH EPISODE IS INFORMATIVE, ENTERTAINING AND PROMOTES GOOD SOCIAL VALUES AND RESPECT. SWAP TV IS CLOSED CAPTIONED FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED AND DISPLAYS THE E/I ICON THROUGHOUT THE BROADCAST. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ANIMAL ATLAS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | MONDAY 1:00PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 8 years to 15 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The combination of the first seasons of Animal Atlas into the Animal Atlas Classics series has culled the best instructional elements from the series without sacrificing the entertainment value for the 13-16 year-old target market. The episode reviewed, "Animal ABC," shows attention to scientific detail that enables the transcript to read like a high school science text. its presentation. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WILD ABOUT ANIMALS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | FRIDAY 1:00PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 8 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | As the producers of "WILD ABOUT ANIMALS," it is the objective of Steve Rotfeld Productions, Inc., to educate and inform children, specifically in the target age group, by bringing them entertaining and interesting stories about the world's most fascinating animals. Each episode will consist of four (4) different stories designed to teach children about both exotic and unique animals, as well as to educate them further about animals they see everyday. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ANIMAL ADVENTURES |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | MONDAY TUESDAY 3:00PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 8 years to 15 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Every week, "Jungle Jack" Hanna takes television viewers around the world, teaching them about animals and having exciting adventures. Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures is a designed to meet the educational and informational needs of today's children. Jack Hanna is one of the America's most beloved naturalists and adventurers. Each episode, Hanna takes millions of family viewers on exciting journeys to learn about animals and the places they live. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | PASSPORT TO EXPLORE |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | FRIDAY 3:30PM WEDNESDAY 8:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 4 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| 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. | PASSPORT TO EXPLORE TAKES AN ATYPICAL APPROACH, SINCE THE FOCUS IS SPECIFICALLY AIMED AT THE 13-16 YEAR OLD SET. TEENS THE YOUNG EXPLORERS TRAVEL THE GLOBE IN SEARCH OF EXCITING AND ADVENTURE FILED PLACES AND LEARN A LITTLE SOMETHING IN THE PROCESS. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | MISSING |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 1:00PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 8 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | MISSING is a weekly half-hour reality series featuring actual cases of missing individuals, both adult and juvenile, from across the United States. Assisted by local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, as well as The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, each episode includes interviews with friends, family and investigators involved with the case. We visit the missing individual's last known whereabouts and provide viewers with all the relevant facts to increase public awareness in hopes of locating the missing person. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | PLANET X |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAY 3:00PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| 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. | Planet X is an E/I video sports and fitness based TV series for Children. Each episode mixes action & extreme sports content that features inspiring sports & fitness themes, angles and stories, informaiton and educational elements on sports training tips from athletes. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | MUSTARD PANCKES |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | MONDAY 8:00AM THURSDAY 8:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 4 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | CHILDREN WILL FEEL RIGHT AT HOME HANGING OUT, SINGING SONGS AND HEARING STORIES WITH COURTNEY CAMPBELL AND HER FAMILY OF FUN-LOVING ANIMAL PUPPET FRIENDS. EACH EPISODE MIRRORS A SLICE OF EVERYDAY LIFE, FROM PROBLEMS TO CELEBRATIONS AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ANIMAL EXPLORATION |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | WEDNESDAY 4:00PM, FRIDAY 4:00PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| 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. | Dream of dancing with wolves, running with the bulls or flying with the eagles? From cheetahs to chimpanzees, from snakes to snails, from baboons to bears. Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller brings viewers up close and personal with the most fascination members of the animal kingdom. Exciting, surprising, and fun, Animal Exploration entertains, informs and inspires viewers as Jorod interacts with creatures in unexpected ways |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ON THE SPOTS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | WEDNESDAY 3:30PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| 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. | ERIC SCHWARTZ, HITS THE STREETS TO PRESENT EVERYDAY PEOPLE WITH TRIVIA QUESTIONS THAT THEY SHOULD PROBABLY KNOW THE ANSWERS TO. BUT DO THEY? THE QUESTIONS COME FROM THE CATEGORIES OF SCIENCE, MATH, ENGLISH HISTORY, ART, GEOGRAPHY, SPORTS, CULTURE, TECHNOLOGY FOOD HEALTH, POLITICS, AND MORE. AFTER QUESTION REVEALS THE RIGHT ANSWER WITH AN ENTERTAINING EXPLANATION. ON THE SPOT IS A FUN, FAST PACES, MAN ON THE STREET ADVENTURE FOR VIEWERS OF ALL AGES. ON THE SPOT. LAUGH A LITTLE. LEARN A LOT. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ANGEL FRIENDS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | TUESDAY 8:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| 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. | Angel's Friends provides CORE programming in the areas of particular concern to young teens including social themes and coping strategies through school life of animated teen-aged angels learning to be Guardian Angels and their nemesis - The Devils - that are practicing to become Guardian Devils. Kids are taken on an inspirational journey that stirs their spirit and provides moral tools for the decisions they face in everyday life. The multi-ethnic angels serve as role models for young teen viewers as they deal with such issues as the right to say "no,' the meaning of heroism, bullying and other issues of particular concern to young teens |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ANIMAL ATLAS CLASSICS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | TUESDAY 1:00PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 0 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 8 years to 15 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | the series without sacrificing the entertainment value for the 13-16 year-old target market. The episode reviewed, "Animal ABC," shows attention to scientific detail that enables the transcript to read like a high school science text. its presentation. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (16 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | INTO THE WILD |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | THURSDAY 1:00PM & 4:00PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 8 years to 14 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Hanna's passion peaks as he visits remote locations around the world and encounters elusive animals in their natural habitat. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (17 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ARIEL AND ZOEY |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | MONDAY 8:30AM FRIDAY 8:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| 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. | INTRODUCES CHILDREN TO PEOPLE WHO ACCOMPLISHED GREAT THINGS AND HAVE A POSITIVE MESSAGE. |
| 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 | DEBRA GOODWORTH |
| Address | 975 GREENTREE ROAD |
| City | PITTSBURGH |
| State | PA |
| Zip | 15220 |
| Telephone Number | 412 922-9576 |
| Email Address | DEBBIE@WBGN.COM |
| Include any other comments or information you want the Commission to consider in evaluating your compliance with the Children's Television Act (or use this space for supplemental explanations). This may include information on any other noncore educational and informational programming that you aired this quarter or plan to air during the next quarter, or any existing or proposed non-broadcast efforts that will enhance the educational and informational value of such programming to children. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671, NOTES 2 and 3. | THE STATION HAD DECREASED AIRING BECAUSE THE STATION WAS SILENT PURSUANT TO BLSTA-20111107ADL SO ITS CHILDREN'S PROGRAMMING WAS NOT AIRED. |
| 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. | |
| I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above. |
DEBRA GOODWORTH
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