| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type |
|---|
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | FOX | |
| Nielsen DMA | Baltimore | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.foxbaltimore.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 4.0 |
| 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 | 6.0 |
| 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: | 336.0 |
| 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 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Eco Company |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 1PM (7/5/14-9/27/14) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 9 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 4 |
| 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. | Eco Company explores all aspects of being green and understanding how our actions impact the world. The Eco Team learns about global warming by asking questions to discover the truths and myths of the global warming issue. They learn about alternative energies by visiting wind farms and solar installations and discovering new energy technologies currently under development. They learn more about recycling, conservation and organics. The E-Team profiles teens and school organizations who have taken it upon themselves to to make a difference, young entrepreneurs who are taking their passion for green to develop new ideas and new products for a sustainable future. Most importantly, each story and each feature is reported by teens and told from their perspective. Additionally, the show provides weekly practical tips that teens and people of all ages can use in their daily lives. Eco Company uses the technique of peer reporting. The diverse and dynamic cast of teens who make up Eco Company combine their natural curiosity with their enthusiasm to report informational stories to teens and their families. Each episode employs Eco Company members or hosts who conduct interviews of peers and adults, and experience first hand the demonstration and explanation of the topic. This program airs on the stations main digital channel |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Eco Company |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/14/14 4:30PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-09-13 |
| Episode # | 9/13/14 #205 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Eco Company |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/27/14 1:30PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-09-27 |
| Episode # | 9/27/14 #208 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Eco Company |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/6/14 4PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-09-06 |
| Episode # | 9/6/14 #512 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Eco Company |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/20/14 4PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-09-20 |
| Episode # | 9/20/14 #205 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Whaddyado |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:30AM (7/5/14-9/6/14) |
| 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 shows teens the proper reaction when faced with everyday circumstances. The program documents ordinary teens who accidentally find themselves in perilous and challenging situations, interviews the participants and talks to various experts who will explain what the proper reaction should be when faced with similar life-threatening circumstances. A moral dilemma segment is featured in each show in an effort to help teens to make the right decision at the right moment.The program airs on the stations main digital channel |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Atlas |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 10AM & 10:30AM (7/6/14-9/28/14) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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 features Life science, biological science, beautiful photography and humor to provide viewers of this program with life science concepts, animal classification, as well as anatomy and physiology information of animals. The viewers are taken around the biomes of the world merging the fascination of the animal world with a greater understanding of the relationship between the branches of the animal kingdom. The program airs on the stations secondary digital stream 45.2 |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Zoo Clues |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 11AM & 11:30AM (7/5/14-9/28/14) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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 searches for the answers to questions about animals not normally asked; such as, Can birds fly backwards? How do animals with no external ears hear? Do dogs sweat?, etc. Each episode covers a dozen or more amazing animal questions. The investigations of the answers takes the viewer on a fast paced, entertaining, educational tour of the animal kingdom. The program airs on the stations secondary digital stream 45.2 |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild America |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12:30PM (7/5/14-9/27/14) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 9 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 4 |
| 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. The program airs on the stations main digital channel |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Wild America |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/7/14 1PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-09-06 |
| Episode # | 9/6/14 #179R |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Wild America |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/21/14 1:30PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-09-13 |
| Episode # | 9/13/14 #104 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Wild America |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/28/14 1PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-09-27 |
| Episode # | 9/27/14 #122 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Wild America |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/21/14 1PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2014-09-20 |
| Episode # | 9/20/14 #104 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | On the Spot |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 12PM & 12:30PM (7/5/14-9/28/14) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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. The program airs on the stations secondary digital stream 45.2 |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Made in Hollywod: Teen Edition |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10AM (7/5/14-9/27/14) |
| 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 how and why movies are made, including behind-the-scenes film making and special effect techniques in addition to introducing teens to career opportunities within the motion picture industry, television and home entertainment fields while focusing on the creative, technical, and artistic skills of the profession. The program airs on the stations main digital channel |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ariel & Zooey, Eli Too |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7AM, 7:30AM, 9AM, 9:30AM (7/5/14-9/27/14) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 52 |
| 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 a musical variety show that is driven by three siblings, and empowers children to accomplish their goals and their dreams through interviewing people who excel in their profession and have a positive message for kids. As hosts, these children entertain and inform their audience through song, dance, music and dialogue. This show supports and encourages respect for others, having integrity, following directions, putting forth your best effort and taking responsibility. This program is an upbeat, diverse and entertaining series that will inform young people on a variety of subjects, while keeping their interest. The program airs on the stations digital stream 45.3 |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Steal the Show |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 8AM & 8:30AM (7/5/14 -9/27/14) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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 follows the intergenerational musical experiences of three tweens--pop group AZE--from Detroit who live, sleep and breathe music and a rock and roll Grammy winning legend, Jim Peterik, who is in his 60s as they collaborate to create new songs. The cameras roll throughout the recording sessions capturing the joy, the effort and the final product and exploring the careers in the recording industry. The show uses the music they create to address issues and concerns of children today while encouraging them to set goals, go for their dreams and being good citizens. The program airs on the stations digital stream 45.3 |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration Outer Space |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:30AM (9/13/14-9/27/14) |
| 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. | Xploration Outer Space focuses on space exploration and science and technology behind it. Some location highlights include NASA's Vomit comet, the Mars Desert Research station and Johnson Space Center's Neutral Buoyancy lab. The objective of the program is to get students, especially girls, interested in STEM ...Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics...studies and careers. The program also aims to be part of the solution of America falling behind in STEM education by entertaining, engaging and educating tweens and teens about challenges and excitement of space science. The program airs on the station's main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Aqua Kids |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11AM (7/5/14-9/27/14) |
| 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 teaches children about the marine ecosystem from tributaries, rivers and oceans to develop an understanding that they are key to preserving the ocean environment. Aqua Kids teaches youth about the diversity and beauty of the marine environment and its potential destruction by pollution and carelessness of the human population. The program teaches youth that they can teach their peers that they can preserve and protect the oceans. This program airs on the stations main digital channel |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Pets.TV |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:30AM (7/5/14-9/27/14) |
| 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. | PETS.TV 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 lives. The program airs on the stations main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hannas Into the Wild |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 12PM (7/5/14-9/27/14) |
| 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 Hannas Into the Wild takes viewers on excursions around the world through the eyes of Americas most beloved animal adventurer and his family. Into the Wild provides insight into the protection and conservation of some of our planets most precious and endangered species. Into the Wild is unscripted and creates for viewers a renewed appreciation for all creatures, great and small. This program airs on the stations main digital channel |
| 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 | Sharon Wylie |
| Address | 2000 West 41 Street |
| City | Baltimore |
| State | MD |
| Zip | 21211 |
| Telephone Number | 410-467-4545 |
| Email Address | |
| 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. | WBFF continued to serve the educational and informational needs of children through broadcast and outreach activities. During the third quarter, the station produced PSAs with station talent and local non-profits and governmental agencies addresssing summer safety and youth engagement opportunities. PSAs were produced with the Baltimore Grade Level Reading Campaign promoting summer reading. PSAs about swimming safety and learning to swim were produced for the Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks. Our meteorologists presented information about summer storm safety and weather emergencies and participated in the Anne Arundel County Emergency Preparedness Fair. The station continued to air PSAs from national and local organizations serving the needs of children. In addition, WBFF airs a daily community calendar promoting activities and events of interest to children and their families. WBFF served as media sponsor of Pathfinders for Autism Run Wild for Autism, The House of Ruth Crabaret, Baltimore Book Festival, CollegeBound Foundation Scholars Luncheon, and Towson University presentation of the Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre and their outreach to Baltimore City and County Public Schools. Station staff participated in career days at local schools and camps and meteorologists presented weather lessons. Station management continued to serve on local boards of directors for non-profits serving needs of children. |
| Other Matters (1 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hannas Into the Wild |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12PM (10/4/14-12/27/14) |
| 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 Hannas Into the Wild takes viewers on excursions around the world through the eyes of Americas most beloved animal adventurer and his family. Into the Wild provides insight into the protection and conservation of some of our planets most precious and endangered species. Into the Wild is unscripted and creates for viewers a renewed appreciation for all creatures, great and small. This program will air on the stations main digital channel |
| Other Matters (2 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Xploration Outer Space |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:30AM (10/4/14-12/27/14) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 30 |
| 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. | Xploration Outer Space focuses on space exploration and science and technology behind it. Some location highlights include NASA's Vomit comet, the Mars Desert Research station and Johnson Space Center's Neutral Buoyancy lab. The objective of the program is to get students, especially girls, interested in STEM ...Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics...studies and careers. The program also aims to be part of the solution of America falling behind in STEM education by entertaining, engaging and educating tweens and teens about challenges and excitement of space science. The program will air on the station's main digital channel. |
| Other Matters (3 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Zoo Clues |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 11AM & 11:30AM (10/5/14-12/28/14) |
| 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 program searches for the answers to questions about animals not normally asked; such as, Can birds fly backwards? How do animals with no external ears hear? Do dogs sweat?, etc. Each episode covers a dozen or more amazing animal questions. The investigations of the answers takes the viewer on a fast paced, entertaining, educational tour of the animal kingdom. The program will air on the stations secondary digital stream 45.2 |
| Other Matters (4 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Made in Hollywood |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10AM (10/4/14-12/27/14) |
| 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 how and why movies are made, including behind-the-scenes film making and special effect techniques in addition to introducing teens to career opportunities within the motion picture industry, television and home entertainment fields while focusing on the creative, technical, and artistic skills of the profession. The program will air on the stations main digital channel |
| Other Matters (5 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ariel, Zooey & Eli Too |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7AM, 7:30AM, 8AM (10/4/14-12/27/14) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 52 |
| 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 a musical variety show that is driven by three siblings, and empowers children to accomplish their goals and their dreams through interviewing people who excel in their profession and have a positive message for kids. As hosts, these children entertain and inform their audience through song, dance, music and dialogue. This show supports and encourages respect for others, having integrity, following directions, putting forth your best effort and taking responsibility. This program is an upbeat, diverse and entertaining series that will inform young people on a variety of subjects, while keeping their interest. The program will air on the stations digital stream 45.3 |
| Other Matters (6 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Steal the Show |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 8AM & 8:30AM (10/4/14-12/27/14) |
| 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 program follows the intergenerational musical experiences of three tweens--pop group AZE--from Detroit who live, sleep and breathe music and a rock and roll Grammy winning legend, Jim Peterik, who is in his 60s as they collaborate to create new songs. The cameras roll throughout the recording sessions capturing the joy, the effort and the final product and exploring the careers in the recording industry. The show uses the music they create to address issues and concerns of children today while encouraging them to set goals, go for their dreams and being good citizens. The program will air on the stations digital stream 45.3 |
| Other Matters (7 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild America |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 12:30PM (10/4/14-12/27/14) |
| 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. The program will air on the stations main digital channel |
| Other Matters (8 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Aqua Kids |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11AM (10/4/14-12/27/14) |
| 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 teaches children about the marine ecosystem from tributaries, rivers and oceans to develop an understanding that they are key to preserving the ocean environment. Aqua Kids teaches youth about the diversity and beauty of the marine environment and its potential destruction by pollution and carelessness of the human population. The program teaches youth that they can teach their peers that they can preserve and protect the oceans. This program will air on the stations main digital channel |
| Other Matters (9 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Pets.TV |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:30AM (10/4/14-12/27/14) |
| 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. | PETS.TV 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 lives. The program will air on the stations main digital channel. |
| Other Matters (10 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Atlas |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 10AM &10:30AM (10/5/14-12/28/14) |
| 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. | Animal Atlas features Life science, biological science, beautiful photography and humor to provide viewers of this program with life science concepts, animal classification, as well as anatomy and physiology information of animals. The viewers are taken around the biomes of the world merging the fascination of the animal world with a greater understanding of the relationship between the branches of the animal kingdom. The program airs on the stations secondary digital stream 45.2 |
| Other Matters (11 of 12) | Response |
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| Program Title | Eco Company |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 1PM (10/4/14-12/27/14) |
| 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. | Eco Company explores all aspects of being green and understanding how our actions impact the world. The Eco Team learns about global warming by asking questions to discover the truths and myths of the global warming issue. They learn about alternative energies by visiting wind farms and solar installations and discovering new energy technologies currently under development. They learn more about recycling, conservation and organics. The E-Team profiles teens and school organizations who have taken it upon themselves to to make a difference, young entrepreneurs who are taking their passion for green to develop new ideas and new products for a sustainable future. Most importantly, each story and each feature is reported by teens and told from their perspective. Additionally, the show provides weekly practical tips that teens and people of all ages can use in their daily lives. Eco Company uses the technique of peer reporting. The diverse and dynamic cast of teens who make up Eco Company combine their natural curiosity with their enthusiasm to report informational stories to teens and their families. Each episode employs Eco Company members or hosts who conduct interviews of peers and adults, and experience first hand the demonstration and explanation of the topic. This program will air on the stations main digital channel |
| Other Matters (12 of 12) | Response |
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| Program Title | On the Spot |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 12PM & 12:30PM (10/5/14-12/28/14) |
| 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 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. The program will air on the stations secondary digital stream 45.2 |
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