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(REFERENCE COPY - Not for submission) Children's Television Programming Report

FRN:
0018223693
File Number:
CPR-153970
Submit Date:
04/10/2014
Call Sign:
WKYT-TV
Facility ID:
24914
City:
LEXINGTON
State:
KY
Service:
Full Service Television
Purpose:
Children's TV Programming Report
Status:
Received
Status Date:
04/10/2014
Filing Status:
Active



Report reflects information for : First Quarter of 2014

General Information

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Attachments Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application?

Applicant Information

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Applicant Name, Type, and Contact Information

Applicant Address Phone Email Applicant Type

Contact Representatives (0)

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Contact Name Address Phone Email Contact Type

Children's Television Information

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Section Question Response
Station Type Station Type Network Affiliation
Affiliated network CBS
Nielsen DMA Lexington
Web Home Page Address WWW.WKYT.COM

Digital Core Programming

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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 7.0
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: 7.0
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 Programs(14)

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Digital Core Program (1 of 14) Response
Program Title JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURES
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled MONDAY-FRIDAY 7:00-7:30AM
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 66
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. JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURES is designed to increase viewers' core knowledge base and appreciation of the world around them by presenting information across a range of nature's creatures across the continents. Jack Hanna teaches viewers about each animal and its habitat. The general learning goal and discrete educational objectives are fully integrated with the topics and settings of animal adventures and their lifestyles. The program will reveal to children, the world around them in a way that presents positive pro-social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (2 of 14) Response
Program Title JAMIE OLIVER'S 15 MINUTE MEALS
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 11:30am-12:00pm
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 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Best known for his Emmy Award-winning television program, "Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution," Oliver is one of the world's favorite celebrity chefs who aspires to teach the world to cook. Oliver's core belief is that simply cooking for oneself using fresh ingredients is the easiest way to maintain a balanced diet, and to this goal, he has perfected a delicious collection of healthy recipes that can be prepared in 15 minutes. The show encourages young viewers to replicate the recipes and to develop healthy lifestyles through healthy cooking. The program also fosters viewers' appreciation for different kinds of foods and cultures from around the world. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (3 of 14) Response
Program Title THE ADVENTURES OF CHUCK AND FRIENDS
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays, 7:00-7:30am
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 4 years to 7 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The Adventures of Chuck and Friends is an action-comedy to inspire children, especially 4-7 year old boys, to approach playtime as an exciting, limitless adventure, in which everyone learns how to solve problems creatively, compassionately, and with a sense of humor. CHUCK's storylines and characters aim to spark young children's imaginations, and encourage them to think of fun ways of turning their daydreams into action-packed adventures and games with their real-life friends. Chuck and his friends will use problem-solving strategies such as teamwork, thinking creatively, taking responsibilities for their actions, perseverance when they encounter obstacles and to ask for help when trying to handle a frustrating situation.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (4 of 14) Response
Program Title DR. CHRIS PET VET
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays, 10:30-11:00am
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 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Chronicling the adventures of Dr. Chris Brown, DR. CHRIS PET VET allows viewers unique insight into the life of one of the world's busiest vets and the animals that he treats. For those animals that require specialist services, Dr. Chris calls on his good friend and colleague Dr. Lisa Chimes, who works at a small animal specialist hospital. The show usually consists of three segments, following the doctor as he treats various animals that are in trouble and offering the viewer opportunities to understand the challenges a veterinarian daily faces. The series focuses on how the doctor investigates the individual problem and tries to develop solutions that on the surface would seem confounding to the viewer. As such the show not only offers a view into careers in and responsibility for taking care of pets, but also into problem solving strategies and behaviors. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (5 of 14) Response
Program Title RESCUE HEROES
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled 7:30-8:00AM
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 6 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. RESCUE HEROES are called into action to mobilize themselves in any part of the globe to protect the world from natural and man-made disasters. Social and emotional character stories are embedded in the stories using action and humor to convey messages of keeping an open mind, asking for help, facing your fears, persistence pays off, preparedness, procedure, training and teamwork. At the end of each episode, the RESCUE RANGERS reinforce various safety tips, and information relating to the educational message portrayed in the story.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (6 of 14) Response
Program Title ALL IN WITH LAILA ALI
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays, 7:00-7:30am
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 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. ALL IN, hosted by Laila Ali, scours the globe to track down compelling stories, profiling inspirational people, groundbreaking achievements and extraordinary lifestyles. Using a magazine format, the program focuses on the achievements of individuals, who, whether through sports, culture, travel or adventure, follow their dreams. The program illustrates for viewers important life lessons: the rewards of developing a passion for some subject or discipline, the importance of setting goals and the value of not giving up. The show not only encourages a positive sense of commitment to one's goals but also the idea that hard work can achieve very positive results. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (7 of 14) Response
Program Title ON THE SPOT
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUNDAYS, 11:00-11:30AM
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 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. ON THE SPOT presents trivia that everyone should know, from the categories of science, math, English, history, art, geography, and more. The witty and fun host asks the questions, fields responses, and reveals the correct answer with an entertaining explanation. The program is designed to increase viewers' knowledge base and appreciation of the world around them by presenting information across a range of subjects. Learning is natural, captivating, and becomes part of the overall fun and excitement.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (8 of 14) Response
Program Title ANIMAL EXPLORATION WITH JAROD MILLER
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUNDAYS, 8:30-9:00AM
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 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. Jarod will travel to zoos and aquariums to explore animals that fit a particular theme, whether it's the need for speed or animal heroes - there's always something amazing happening. It is the mission of this program to inspire viewers, to preserve the innate human instinct to explore. Each episode is designed 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.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (9 of 14) Response
Program Title PETS TV
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUNDAYS, 8:00-8:30AM
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 5 years to 7 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. PETS TV celebrates the pets we love and the people who love them. The program includes Pet News, Pet Health, and Pet Lifestyles. Pet News includes segments on the various types of pets from all around the world. The programs mission is to help viewers learn to thoughtfully assess situations and logically set appropriate and responsible goals in taking care of their pets. Learning is natural, captivating and becomes part of the overall fun and excitement of the series.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (10 of 14) Response
Program Title JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ATLAS
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUNDAYS, 10:30-11:00AM
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 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ATLAS is designed to increase viewers' core knowledge base and appreciation of the world around them by presenting information across a range of nature's creatures across the continents. Jack Hanna teaches viewers about each animal and its habitat. The general learning goal and discrete educational objectives are fully integrated with the topics and settings of animal adventures and their lifestyles. The program will reveal to children, the world around them in a way that presents positive pro-social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (11 of 14) Response
Program Title LUCKY DOG
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays, 10:00-10:30am
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 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Animal trainer Brandon McMillan operates a training facility known as the Lucky Dog Ranch, where his mission is to rescue hard-to-love and untrained dogs and find them homes. The show focuses on exercising responsibility and on developing a sense of appreciation for life and animals. Life lessons are an integral part of the overarching theme of rescuing these animals from death and providing a second chance for life. Following McMillan's investigations into how to retrain these animals to make them welcome members in the homes of families is both educational and inspirational - encouraging this demographic to become sensitive to our own and others' behavior and teaching how we as individuals can make a difference. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (12 of 14) Response
Program Title GAME CHANGERS WITH KEVIN FRAZIER
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays, 7:30-8:00
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 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. GAME CHANGERS, hosted by "omg! Insider's" Kevin Frazier, highlights professional athletes who use their notoriety and success to make positive changes in the lives of people in need. The program offers a very positive opportunity to view sports figures in activities that reflect the ideas of good sportsmanship and civic mindedness. Profiled celebrities range from players who have set up charities for youngsters around the world to those who have put together foundations that support various initiatives in their own communities where they were raised as part of an effort to "give back." The show provides valuable lessons on the true meaning of sportsmanship and responsibility to society of those who have achieved great success. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (13 of 14) Response
Program Title ANIMAL ATLAS
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUNDAYS, 7:30-8:00AM
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 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 continues to make nature and the animal world entertaining and enlightening. The series uses humor, natural visuals, and an everyday attitude to reach the minds of its target group. Without pandering, pontificating, or watering down material, it broadens the knowledge and perspective of you viewers through a friendly and fascinating presentation of information about the animal world. Those viewers that want deep information will find it here, but those who just want to be entertained by well-assembled sequences of unusual animals and interesting facts will get that, too.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (14 of 14) Response
Program Title RECIPE REHAB
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays, 11:00-11:30am
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 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, host Evette Rios, recently a field correspondent and roving reporter for "The Chew," helps American families modify and update a high-calorie family recipe. First, two chefs face off in a head-to-head competition to give the recipes a nutritious low-calorie twist. After making each rehabbed recipe in its own kitchen, the family chooses its new favorite. This recipe makeover challenge teaches viewers about the nutritional value of different foods, promotes the use of healthy, wholesome ingredients, and demonstrates that healthy food choices can have positive effects on viewers' quality of life. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (0)

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Sponsored Core Programming (0)

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Liaison Contact

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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 Michael D. Kanarek
Address 2851 Winchester Rd.
City Lexington
State KY
Zip 40509
Telephone Number 859-299-0411
Email Address mkanarek@wkyt.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. NON-BROADCAST EFFORTS FOR First QUARTER 2014: WKYT/CW management and staff are encouraged to actively participate and belong to local, regional, state, and national organizations; whether civic, social, or professional. The following is a list of personnel and CHILDREN-RELATED Community Organizations to which they belong: BARBARA BAILEY, NEWS ANCHOR: Member of Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Bluegrass, Member of Center for Women, Children and Families; Serves on Advisory Board for the Ronald McDonald House; Member of Central Kentucky Youth Salute; and Co-Chair of the Fayette County Bowl for Kid's Sake. DAVE BAKER, ANCHOR & SPORTS MARKETING CONSULTANT: Serves on the Tournament Committee for the Children's Charities of the Bluegrass. BILL BRYANT, NEWS ANCHOR: Member/Advisor to the Williamsburg High School. SAM DICK, NEWS ANCHOR: Board Member on the Bluegrass Council of the Boy Scouts. MIKE KANAREK, VICE-PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS: Vice President/Board of Directors for the Children's Charity Fund of the Bluegrass; and Past Chairman/Board Member of the Child Development Centers of the Bluegrass. AMBER PHILPOTT, NEWS ANCHOR: Volunteers for the Girls on the Run Organization. PERSONAL APPEARANCES TO CHILDREN-RELATED EVENTS FOR FIRST QUARTER 2013: BARBARA BAILEY, NEWS ANCHOR: March 10 - Participated - Emcee at Equus Run/ Woodford County Relay for Life kickoff; March 29 & 30 - Participated - Worked WKYT booth at Home & Garden Show, meeting children and their parents; CHRIS BAILEY, METEOROLOGIST: March 1 - Participated - Menifee County Tornado Ceremony; March 4 - Participated - Spoke to Athens-Chilseburg Elementary Girl Scouts; March 7 - Participated - Spoke to Pilot View Elementary; March 14 - Participated - Spoke at ACE Career Day; March 21 -Participated - Spoke to Tates Creek Elementary; March 24 - Participated - Spoke to Southern Elementary; March 28 - Participated -Spoke to Rosa Parks Elementary; AMBER PHILLPOT, NEWS ANCHOR: January 31 - Participated - Meadowthorpe Elementary School visit, Lexington; February 19 - Participated - Emcee Step Out Walk Luncheon for American Diabetes Association, Lexington; February 27 - Participated -Dr. Seuss Day-Guest Reader at Wellington Elementary, Lexington; March 1 - Participated - Read Across American Day Fayette Mall, celebrity reader; March 1 - Participated - Guest Speaker for Menifee County Tornado Program, Frenchburg; March 5 - Participated/Moderator for PWF luncheon, Lexington; March 11 - Participated - Celebrity Reader for Mt. Sterling Elementary; March15 - Participated -- Emcee for RJ Corman Railrunner Chyrsalis House, Nicholasville; March 17 - Participated - Career Day McNabb Middle, Mt. Sterling; MICHA HARRIS, METEOROLOGIST: January 7 - Participated - Tour for Frankfort; January 27 - Participated -Mt. Sterling Elementary; January 31 - Participated - Waco Elementary; February 9 - Participated - Sport Boat and Recreation Show, meeting children and their parents; February 20 - Participated - Frankfort Christian; February 21 - Participated - Keavy Elementary; March 5 - Participated - Meadowthorpe Elementary; March 7 - Participated - Emcee for RJ Corman Safety in the South; March 18 - Participated - Ashland Elementary; March 21 - Participated - Brookside Elementary; CHILDREN-RELATED TOUR GROUPS VISITING THE FACILITIES OF WKYT/CW DURING THE FIRST QUARTER OF 2014: January 6 - Frankfort Elementary; January 16 - Tiger Cubs; January 28 - Tiger Cubs from Fayette Co.; February 6 - Tiger Cubs; February 13 - Tiger Cubs from Georgetown; February 17 - Group of children from Fayette County; February 20 - Frankfort Christian School; February 20 - Tiger Cubs from Fayette Co.; February 21 - Keavy Elementary School; February 28 - Home School Family; March 5 - Tiger Cubs; March 20 - Home school Group from various counties; March 21 - Somerset Community College Journalism students; March 27Home school Group from various counties; March 27 - Lexington Sister Cities-group of students from Japan.

Other Matters (14)

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Other Matters (1 of 14) Response
Program Title JACK HANA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURES
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled MONDAY-FRIDAY, 7:00-7:30AM
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 64
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. JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURES is designed to increase viewers' core knowledge base and appreciation of the world around them by presenting information across a range of nature's creatures across the continents. Jack Hanna teaches viewers about each animal and its habitat. The general learning goal and discrete educational objectives are fully integrated with the topics and settings of animal adventures and their lifestyles. The program will reveal to children, the world around them in a way that presents positive pro-social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Other Matters (2 of 14) Response
Program Title DR. CHRIS PET VET
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SATURDAYS, 10:30-11:00AM
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. Chronicling the adventures of Dr. Chris Brown, DR. CHRIS PET VET allows viewers unique insight into the life of one of the world's busiest vets and the animals that he treats. For those animals that require specialist services, Dr. Chris calls on his good friend and colleague Dr. Lisa Chimes, who works at a small animal specialist hospital. The show usually consists of three segments, following the doctor as he treats various animals that are in trouble and offering the viewer opportunities to understand the challenges a veterinarian daily faces. The series focuses on how the doctor investigates the individual problem and tries to develop solutions that on the surface would seem confounding to the viewer. As such the show not only offers a view into careers in and responsibility for taking care of pets, but also into problem solving strategies and behaviors. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (3 of 14) Response
Program Title ADVENTURES OF CHUCK AND FRIENDS
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SATURDAYS, 7:00-7:30AM
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 7 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. THE ADVENTURES OF CHUCK & FRIENDS is an action-comedy to inspire children, especially 4-7 year old boys, to approach playtime as an exciting, limitless adventure, in which everyone learns how to solve problems creatively, compassionately, and with a sense of humor. CHUCK's storylines and characters aim to spark young children's imaginations, and encourage them to think of fun ways of turning their daydreams into action-packed adventures and games with their real-life friends. Chuck and his friends will use problem-solving strategies such as teamwork, thinking creatively, taking responsibilities for their actions, perseverance when they encounter obstacles and to ask for help when trying to handle a frustrating situation.
Other Matters (4 of 14) Response
Program Title JAMIE OLIVER'S 15 MINUTE MEALS
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SATURDAYS, 11:30AM-12:00PM
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. Best known for his Emmy Award-winning television program, "Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution," Oliver is one of the world's favorite celebrity chefs who aspires to teach the world to cook. Oliver's core belief is that simply cooking for oneself using fresh ingredients is the easiest way to maintain a balanced diet, and to this goal, he has perfected a delicious collection of healthy recipes that can be prepared in 15 minutes. The show encourages young viewers to replicate the recipes and to develop healthy lifestyles through healthy cooking. The program also fosters viewers' appreciation for different kinds of foods and cultures from around the world. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (5 of 14) Response
Program Title LUCKY DOG
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SATURDAYS, 10:00-10:30AM
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. Animal trainer Brandon McMillan operates a training facility known as the Lucky Dog Ranch, where his mission is to rescue hard-to-love and untrained dogs and find them homes. The show focuses on exercising responsibility and on developing a sense of appreciation for life and animals. Life lessons are an integral part of the overarching theme of rescuing these animals from death and providing a second chance for life. Following McMillan's investigations into how to retrain these animals to make them welcome members in the homes of families is both educational and inspirational - encouraging this demographic to become sensitive to our own and others' behavior and teaching how we as individuals can make a difference. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (6 of 14) Response
Program Title JACK HANA'S ANIMAL ATLAS
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUNDAYS, 10:30-11:00AM
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. JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURES is designed to increase viewers' core knowledge base and appreciation of the world around them by presenting information across a range of nature's creatures across the continents. Jack Hanna teaches viewers about each animal and its habitat. The general learning goal and discrete educational objectives are fully integrated with the topics and settings of animal adventures and their lifestyles. The program will reveal to children, the world around them in a way that presents positive pro-social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Other Matters (7 of 14) Response
Program Title PETS TV
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUNDAYS, 8:00-8:30AM
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 5 years to 7 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. PETS TV celebrates the pets we love and the people who love them. The program includes Pet News, Pet Health, and Pet Lifestyles. Pet News includes segments on the various types of pets from all around the world. The programs mission is to help viewers learn to thoughtfully assess situations and logically set appropriate and responsible goals in taking care of their pets. Learning is natural, captivating and becomes part of the overall fun and excitement of the series.
Other Matters (8 of 14) Response
Program Title RESCUE HEROS
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SATURDAYS, 7:30-8:00AM
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. RESCUE HEROES are called into action to mobilize themselves in any part of the globe to protect the world from natural and man-made disasters. Social and emotional character stories are embedded in the stories using action and humor to convey messages of keeping an open mind, asking for help, facing your fears, persistence pays off, preparedness, procedure, training and teamwork. At the end of each episode, the RESCUE RANGERS reinforce various safety tips, and information relating to the educational message portrayed in the story.
Other Matters (9 of 14) Response
Program Title ON THE SPOT
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUNDAYS, 11:00-11:30AM
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. ON THE SPOT presents trivia that everyone should know, from the categories of science, math, English, history, art, geography, and more. The witty and fun host asks the questions, fields responses, and reveals the correct answer with an entertaining explanation. The program is designed to increase viewers' knowledge base and appreciation of the world around them by presenting information across a range of subjects. Learning is natural, captivating, and becomes part of the overall fun and excitement.
Other Matters (10 of 14) Response
Program Title ANIMAL ATLAS
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUNDAYS, 7:30-8:00AM
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 continues to make nature and the animal world entertaining and enlightening. The series uses humor, natural visuals, and an everyday attitude to reach the minds of its target group. Without pandering, pontificating, or watering down material, it broadens the knowledge and perspective of you viewers through a friendly and fascinating presentation of information about the animal world. Those viewers that want deep information will find it here, but those who just want to be entertained by well-assembled sequences of unusual animals and interesting facts will get that, too.
Other Matters (11 of 14) Response
Program Title ALL IN WITH LAILA ALI
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUNDAYS, 7:00-7:30AM
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. ALL IN, hosted by Laila Ali, scours the globe to track down compelling stories, profiling inspirational people, groundbreaking achievements and extraordinary lifestyles. Using a magazine format, the program focuses on the achievements of individuals, who, whether through sports, culture, travel or adventure, follow their dreams. The program illustrates for viewers important life lessons: the rewards of developing a passion for some subject or discipline, the importance of setting goals and the value of not giving up. The show not only encourages a positive sense of commitment to one's goals but also the idea that hard work can achieve very positive results. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (12 of 14) Response
Program Title RECIPE REHAB
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SATURDAYS, 11:00-11:30AM
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. Each week, host Evette Rios, recently a field correspondent and roving reporter for "The Chew," helps American families modify and update a high-calorie family recipe. First, two chefs face off in a head-to-head competition to give the recipes a nutritious low-calorie twist. After making each rehabbed recipe in its own kitchen, the family chooses its new favorite. This recipe makeover challenge teaches viewers about the nutritional value of different foods, promotes the use of healthy, wholesome ingredients, and demonstrates that healthy food choices can have positive effects on viewers' quality of life. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (13 of 14) Response
Program Title ANIMAL EXPLORATION WITH JAROD MILLER
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUNDAYS, 8:30-9:00AM
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. Jarod will travel to zoos and aquariums to explore animals that fit a particular theme, whether it's the need for speed or animal heroes - there's always something amazing happening. It is the mission of this program to inspire viewers, to preserve the innate human instinct to explore. Each episode is designed 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.
Other Matters (14 of 14) Response
Program Title GAME CHANGERS WITH KEVIN FRAZIER
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled 7:30-8:00AM
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. GAME CHANGERS, hosted by "omg! Insider's" Kevin Frazier, highlights professional athletes who use their notoriety and success to make positive changes in the lives of people in need. The program offers a very positive opportunity to view sports figures in activities that reflect the ideas of good sportsmanship and civic mindedness. Profiled celebrities range from players who have set up charities for youngsters around the world to those who have put together foundations that support various initiatives in their own communities where they were raised as part of an effort to "give back." The show provides valuable lessons on the true meaning of sportsmanship and responsibility to society of those who have achieved great success. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.

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