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| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? |
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| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | FOX | |
| Nielsen DMA | Colorado Springs-Pueblo | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.fox21news.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 | 168.0 |
| 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: | 4.0 |
| 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 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ON THE SPOT |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 8:00AM 7/5-9/6/14 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| 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. | This program is hosted by comedian Eric Schwartz who randomly interviews people on the street about local and national curriculum focusing on questions about any of the following topics; geography, history, art, science, mathematics, culture, language, music and sports. The answers to the questions are addressed with video inserts, graphs and/or maps to provide viewers with a deeper understanding of the topic. This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ECO COMPANY |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 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. | This program is hosted by teens and used peer reporting to profile individuals and organizations committed to environmental issues, including reports on the latest recycling and nature conservation efforts, advances in renewable energies and carbon footprint-reducing technology. It also offers advice on how to be more eco-wise, while performing daily activities. The program also includes "eco bytes" (bits of trivia related to environmental issues) and video footage uploaded by teen viewers to the program's website. By using this information from a youthful point of view, it enthusiastically encourages young adults to become more proactive about environmentalism and stresses the positive impact that young people's efforts, no matter how small they may seem can have on the larger world around them. The station airs KXTU on the stations secondary digital channel 21.2. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | CUBIX: ROBOTS FOR EVERYONE |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 7:00AM & 7:30AM (Effective 8/30/14 - Until Further Notice) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| 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. | Cubix is a futuristic animated series that features a diverse group of adolescent characters and their intelligent "feeling" robot. A significant purpose of the program is to inspire and promote pro-social values and altruistic behaviors such as community participation and support, resilience, tolerance, and perseverance. The social-emotional learning objectives of the series include the modeling and reinforcement of age appropriate interpersonal skills, self-confidence, courage and personal responsibility. This station airs KXTU on the stations secondary digital channel 21.2. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | YOUNG ICONS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 10:00AM |
| 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. | This program showcases world-class athletes, accomplished artists, scholars, philanthropists and entrepreneurs all under the age of 18. Some of the stories highlighted include: Patrick Peerage, a 14 year old actor and philanthropist, who traveled America raising cancer awareness; Turquoise Thompson who sprinted her way into the record books and earned a full scholarship to UCLA; sisters Marni & Berni Barta who created Kidflicks, a non-profit organization that donates new and used DVDs to children's hospitals all across America. These stories are meant to inspire young people to be selfless and to take part in the larger community around them in some meaningful way and to show them that there are many ways to accomplish things. The station airs KXTU on the stations secondary digital channel 21.2. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | COOLEST PLACES ON EARTH |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 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. | The Coolest Places On Earth takes viewers on a journey of discovery to the most astonishing places on the planet -- cities, festivals, landmarks, and jaw-dropping works of nature--exploring each location's history and culture to discover why it deserves the be called one of the coolest places on earth! This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | PETS.TV |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 8:30AM 7/5-9/6/14 & Sundays, 9:30AM 9/14/14 - Until Further Notice |
| 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. | This program relates pets to viewers' lives and interests and exposes young viewers to diverse pets all over the world, teaching them how different cultures enjoy, care for and respect animals. Pets from everyday to the unique are showcased with educational information that shares how they evolved to become pets and their geographic origins. The program and its expert guests instill a grounded balance of priorities, commitment and perseverance children can apply to their own lives. This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | JACK HANNA'S INTO THE WILD |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 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 | 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 takes viewers around the world with Jack Hanna and his family to provide insight into the protection and conservation of some of our planet's most precious and endangered species. Through this program the viewer will be given a better appreciation for all creatures, great and small. The station airs KXTU on the stations secondary digital channel 21.2. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WILD ABOUT ANIMALS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 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. | This program spans the globe to bring viewers interesting stories about the worlds most fascinating animals; such as the march of the penguins in the artic, a safari in Africa or the Australian outback. The program has four segments each one featuring a different story to educate the viewer about an exotic, unique animal or an animal that can be found locally. The station airs KXTU on the stations secondary digital channel 21.2. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | XPLORATION AWESOME PLANET |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 7:00AM (Effective 9/13/14 - Until Further Notice) |
| 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. | Host, Philippe Cousteau, the grandson of legendary Jacques Cousteau, brings boundless energy to every location we visit. From magnificent mountains to violent volcanoes, this program takes an in-depth look at the unique and distant features on planet Earth. The viewer not only visits gigantic glaciers and behold their beauty but also discover why they formed, and how they shaped our landscape. Geological experts share their wisdom with Philippe, as the viewer strives to understand places on the earth, inside the earth and above the earth. This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WILD AMERICA |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 9:00AM (Effective 9/14/14 - Until Further Notice) |
| 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. | The key objective of this program is to familiarize children with the animals of the North American continent, their interaction with other animals and their environment. Throughout the series emphasis will be placed upon protecting endangered species and the impact that humans have while interacting in their environment. The goal of this program is for the viewer to achieve a greater understanding of nature and specific animal species with the aid of up close and detailed photography throughout the program. Through this understanding it is hoped that viewers will better relate to the natural environment as it exists in North America and learn to protect North America's animal species. This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | TEEN KIDS NEWS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 7:00AM 7/5-9/6/14 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| 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. | This program features weekly educational features such as, "College and You" (tips for choosing and getting into college), and "Word" (vocabulary skills training), as well as informational features for teens, such as reports about healthy eating; driving tips for new drivers, and internet predators. The program has been designed to meet needs of children and young adolescents with a unique curiosity about their world, with weekly headlines that present the news in a teen appropriate manner. The program stimulates the viewer's curiosity, develops their learning, cognitive, listening and thinking skills, and serves as an enhancement to their academic and educational experience. This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHADDYADO |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 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. | The educational goal of this program is to show teens the proper reaction when faced with everyday circumstances. The program will, through dramatic reenactments, document ordinary teens who accidentally find themselves in perilous and challenging situations, interview the participants and talk to various experts who will explain what the proper reaction should be when faced with similar perilous circumstances. A moral dilemma segment will also be featured in each show in an effort to help teens to make the right decision at the right moment. This station airs KXTU on the stations secondary digital channel 21.2. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | XPLORATION OUTER SPACE |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 7:30AM (Effective 9/13/14 - Until Further Notice) |
| 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. | Host Emily Calandrelli will take viewers on incredible journeys through space that will both entertain and educate. Explore the challenges that come along with living on a different planet as our host lives like an astronaut in a Mars-like habitat. We will have episodes on space robotics, commercial space tourism, asteroids, and our search for life, among many others. This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | XPLORATION ANIMAL SCIENCE |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 8:30AM (Effective 9/13/14 - Until Further Notice) |
| 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. | This program focuses on how and why an animal is able to excel in its environment. Each segment is united by a theme such as fastest, largest, etc. Through graphics and guest experts, who provide interesting factoids, questions about why a particular animal excels are answered, giving the viewer a better understanding and deeper knowledge of the animals discussed. This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | XPLORATION EARTH 2050 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 8:00AM (Effective 9/13/14 - Until Further Notice) |
| 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. | This program will explore what the world will look like in 2050 and where advancements in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics will lead us. Viewers will be taken on an educational adventure as the show tackles future challenges in everything from transportation to health care to the environment. The program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (16 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | THE COOLEST PLACES ON EARTH |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 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. | The Coolest Places On Earth takes viewers on a journey of discovery to the most astonishing places on the planet -- cities, festivals, landmarks, and jaw-dropping works of nature--exploring each location's history and culture to discover why it deserves the be called one of the coolest places on earth! The station airs KXTU on the stations secondary digital channel 21.2. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (17 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | JACK HANNA'S INTO THE WILD |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 9:30AM 7/6-9/7/14 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| 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. | This program takes viewers around the world with Jack Hanna and his family to provide insight into the protection and conservation of some of our planet's most precious and endangered species. Through this program the viewer will be given a better appreciation for all creatures, great and small. This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (18 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | RESCUE HEROES |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 7:00AM & 7:30AM 7/5-8/23/14 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 16 |
| 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 each week 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 adventure using action and humor to convey messages regarding 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 Heroes reinforce various safety tips and information relating to the educational message portrayed in the story. This station airs KXTU on the stations secondary digital channel 21.2. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (19 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WILD AMERICA |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 7:30AM 7/5-9/6/14 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| 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. | The key objective of this program is to familiarize children with the animals of the North American continent, their interaction with other animals and their environment. Throughout the series emphasis will be placed upon protecting endangered species and the impact that humans have while interacting in their environment. The goal of this program is for the viewer to achieve a greater understanding of nature and specific animal species with the aid of up close and detailed photography throughout the program. Through this understanding it is hoped that viewers will better relate to the natural environment as it exists in North America and learn to protect North America's animal species. This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| 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 | Patti Rodriguez |
| Address | 560 Wooten Road |
| City | Colorado Springs |
| State | CO |
| Zip | 80915 |
| Telephone Number | 719-596-2100 |
| Email Address | prodriguez@sbgtv.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. | This station enthusiastically and regularly airs (often run of schedule) a number of 30 and 15 second Public Service Announcements (PSAs) specifically designed for children 16 years or younger. Topics include, among others, drug use prevention, non-smoking issues, fire and general safety for kids, the importance of eating healthy and exercising and the ending of gang violence. |
| Other Matters (1 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | THE COOLEST PLACES ON EARTH |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 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. | The Coolest Places On Earth takes viewers on a journey of discovery to the most astonishing places on the planet -- cities, festivals, landmarks, and jaw-dropping works of nature--exploring each location's history and culture to discover why it deserves the be called one of the coolest places on earth! This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Other Matters (2 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | THE BRADY BARR EXPERIENCE |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 9:00AM & 9:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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 action-packed series documents the work of Herpetologist Dr. Brady Barr, who has traveled the globe and worked with hundreds of scientists to study some of the world's most dangerous and endangered amphibious predators--alligators and crocodiles. Dr. Brady's life work has been to protect these powerful animals. By increasing the viewer's knowledge and understanding, Barr hopes to save both human and reptile lives. The station airs KXTU on the stations secondary digital channel 21.2. |
| Other Matters (3 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | XPLORATION OUTER SPACE |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 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. | Host Emily Calandrelli will take viewers on incredible journeys through space that will both entertain and educate. Explore the challenges that come along with living on a different planet as our host lives like an astronaut in a Mars-like habitat. We will have episodes on space robotics, commercial space tourism, asteroids, and our search for life, among many others. This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Other Matters (4 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | EXPEDITION WILD |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 10:00AM & 10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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. | Wildlife expert Casey Anderson showcases his charismatic animal companions on an innovative and action-packed odyssey through North America's wild places. Through this program viewers will have a rare glimpse into the beauty and complexity of the natural world. Viewers will follow Casey on a series of adventures, such as paddling the Grand Canyon, skiing with wolverines in British Columbia, observing mountain lions in Montana, staking out the scavengers of Yellowstone, investigating a raven's nest, observing polar bears on Alaska's northern slope and climbing rugged extremes in pursuit of Maine's black bears. These adventures will bring the viewer a rare experience with endangered species, some deadly, others dashing in the stunning natural ecosystem they call home. The station airs KXTU on the stations secondary digital channel 21.2. |
| Other Matters (5 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | RELUCTANTLY HEALTHY |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 11:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This program is based on the Yahoo! series with the same name and features comedy actress and author Judy Greer, who provides her unique perspective on trying to live a healthy life. Judy shares special tips and advice on how to stay healthly while on-the-go or working long hours, traveling away from home, as well as exercise trends. The station airs KXTU on the stations secondary digital channel 21.2. |
| Other Matters (6 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | XPLORATION AWESOME PLANET |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 7:00AM |
| 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. | Host, Philippe Cousteau, the grandson of legendary Jacques Cousteau, brings boundless energy to every location we visit. From magnificent mountains to violent volcanoes, this program takes an in-depth look at the unique and distant features on planet Earth. The viewer not only visits gigantic glaciers and behold their beauty but also discover why they formed, and how they shaped our landscape. Geological experts share their wisdom with Philippe, as the viewer strives to understand places on the earth, inside the earth and above the earth. This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Other Matters (7 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | CALLING DR. POL |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 8:00AM & 8:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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. | Dr. John Pol is a veterninarian who specializes in large farm animals. Having more than 19,000 clients, Dr. Pol has "seen it all". This series is designed to educate and inform viewers age 13-16 and the entire family to share experiences with Dr. Pol, his family and veterinary staff as they care for animals of all shapes and sizes across rural Michigan. Viewers will have the opportunity to learn about the biology and behaviors of various domesticated animals and livestock. This station airs KXTU on the stations secondary digital channel 21.2. |
| Other Matters (8 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | XPLORATION EARTH 2050 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 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. | This program will explore what the world will look like in 2050 and where advancements in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics will lead us. Viewers will be taken on an educational adventure as the show tackles future challenges in everything from transportation to health care to the environment. The program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Other Matters (9 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ROCK THE PARK |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 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. | On this program, close friends and hosts Jack Steward and Colton Smith come face to face with nature in America's national parks. Viewers will learn about the wonders of nature and the variety of wild animals that inhabit America. The hosts' adventures may inspire viewers to visit and explore the vast resources the national parks provide. The station airs KXTU on the stations secondary digital channel 21.2. |
| Other Matters (10 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WILD AMERICA |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 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. | The key objective of this program is to familiarize children with the animals of the North American continent, their interaction with other animals and their environment. Throughout the series emphasis will be placed upon protecting endangered species and the impact that humans have while interacting in their environment. The goal of this program is for the viewer to achieve a greater understanding of nature and specific animal species with the aid of up close and detailed photography throughout the program. Through this understanding it is hoped that viewers will better relate to the natural environment as it exists in North America and learn to protect North America's animal species. This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Other Matters (11 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOG WHISPERER WITH CESAR MILLAN: FAMILY EDITION |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 7:00AM & 7:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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 this program, animal behaviorist Cesar Millan works to rehabilitate dogs with behavior problems. Viewers age 13-16 and the entire family will become educated about canine training and creating a healthy environment for dogs. Millan goes directly into the homes of the dog owners and documents the transformations that occur. By offering suggestions to modify their own behaviors, Millan assists the dogs' human families to achieve responsible pet ownership, and a balanced and a natural relationship with their pets. This station airs KXTU on the stations secondary digital channel 21.2. |
| Other Matters (12 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | YOUNG ICONS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 10:00AM |
| 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. | This program showcases world-class athletes, accomplished artists, scholars, philanthropists and entrepreneurs all under the age of 18. Some of the stories highlighted include: Patrick Peerage, a 14 year old actor and philanthropist, who traveled America raising cancer awareness; Turquoise Thompson who sprinted her way into the record books and earned a full scholarship to UCLA; sisters Marni & Berni Barta who created Kidflicks, a non-profit organization that donates new and used DVDs to children's hospitals all across America. These stories are meant to inspire young people to be selfless and to take part in the larger community around them in some meaningful way and to show them that there are many ways to accomplish things. The station airs KXTU on the stations secondary digital channel 21.2. |
| Other Matters (13 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | PETS.TV |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 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 program relates pets to viewers' lives and interests and exposes young viewers to diverse pets all over the world, teaching them how different cultures enjoy, care for and respect animals. Pets from everyday to the unique are showcased with educational information that shares how they evolved to become pets and their geographic origins. The program and its expert guests instill a grounded balance of priorities, commitment and perseverance children can apply to their own lives. This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
| Other Matters (14 of 14) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | XPLORATION ANIMAL SCIENCE |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| 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. | This program focuses on how and why an animal is able to excel in its environment. Each segment is united by a theme such as fastest, largest, etc. Through graphics and guest experts, who provide interesting factoids, questions about why a particular animal excels are answered, giving the viewer a better understanding and deeper knowledge of the animals discussed. This program airs on the stations main digital stream. |
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