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Title of Planned Core Program #1
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Origin
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THE ZULA PATROL (PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNEL)
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NETWORK
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Regular Schedule
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Total Times to be Aired
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SATURDAYS @ 10-10:30AM
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13
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Length of Program
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Age of Target Audience
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30 minutes
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From
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9 years
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14 years
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Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
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THE ZULA PATROL: Is an animated television series that deals with science as the title characters travel to space in vignettes that teach viewers about space, our galaxy, and friendship. The science topics are based on earth and solar science.
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Title of Planned Core Program #2
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Origin
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MY FRIEND RABBIT(PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNELT)
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NETWORK
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Regular Schedule
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Total Times to be Aired
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SATURDAYS @ 10:30-11AM
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13
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Length of Program
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Age of Target Audience
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30 minutes
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From
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To
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9 years
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14 years
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Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
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MY FRIEND RABBIT: IS AN ANIMATED SHOW WITH TWO LEAD CHARACTERS, RABBIT AND MOUSE, WHO WORK TOGETHER TO TACKLE CHALLENGES THAT ARE CHARACTERISTIC OF THE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCE. WITH EACH EPISODE, RABBIT AND MOUSE, ALONG WITH OTHER FRIENDS, FACE A UNIQUE DILEMMA THAT COMPELS THEM TO THINK CREATIVELY ABOUT HOW TO APPROACH AND SOLVE THEIR PROBLEM BY TRYING OUT DIFFERENT SOLUTIONS AND PERSISTING WITH NEW IDEAS WHEN ONE FAILS.
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Title of Planned Core Program #3
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Origin
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WILLA'S WILD LIFE(PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNEL)
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NETWORK
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Regular Schedule
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Total Times to be Aired
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SATURDAYS @ 11-11:30AM
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13
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Length of Program
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Age of Target Audience
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30 minutes
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From
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To
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9 years
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14 years
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Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
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WILLA'S WILD LIFE: Is an enchanting series about a little girl's unique home life that is sure to keep you in stitches and warm your heart. The series follows the adventures of Willa, an unforgettable little girl who, like a young Lucy in I Love Lucy, finds herself in comic predicaments that only seem to escalate as she fumbles through solutions.
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Title of Planned Core Program #4
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Origin
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BABAR (PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNEL)
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NETWORK
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Regular Schedule
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Total Times to be Aired
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SATURDAYS @ 11:30-12NOON
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13
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Length of Program
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Age of Target Audience
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30 minutes
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From
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To
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9 years
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14 years
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Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
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BABAR: Babar is a young elephant who undergoes many challenges and adventures. But Babar always finds the strength to rise above difficulty and search out every cloud's silver lining. Babar is crowned king of the elephants, plans and builds Celesteville, and becomes a father himself. And he learns the greatest lesson of all: despite life's challenges, great things are possible if one never gets discouraged.
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Title of Planned Core Program #5
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Origin
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SHELLDON (PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNEL)
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NETWORK
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Regular Schedule
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Total Times to be Aired
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SUNDAYS @ 7-7:30AM
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13
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Length of Program
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Age of Target Audience
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30 minutes
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From
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To
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4 years
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8 years
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Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
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SHELLDON: THIS IS AN ANIMATED SERIES ABOUT SHELLDON, A SCHOOL AGED YOKA SHELL MOLLUSK WHO LIVES WITH THE ADOPTIVE FAMILY, THE CLAMS, IN AN UNDERSEA COMMUNITY CALLED SHELL LAND, WHICH IS POPULATED BY ALL SORTS OF SEA SPECIES. ALL OF THE SHOWS CONTAIN IMPORTANT SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL MESSAGES FOR THE TARGET AUDIENCE. ALL EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL MESSAGES ARE DELIVERED THROUGH AN ANIMATED NARRATIVE FORMAT.
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Title of Planned Core Program #6
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Origin
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JANE AND THE DRAGON (PRIMARY DIGITAL CHANNEL)
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NETWORK
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Regular Schedule
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Total Times to be Aired
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Sundays @ 7:30-8AM
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13
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Length of Program
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Age of Target Audience
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30 minutes
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From
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To
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9 years
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14 years
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Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
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JANE AND THE DRAGON: THE SERIES FOLLOWS THE COMEDIC EXPLOITS OF JANE, AN ADOLESCENT GIRL TRAINING TO BE A KNIGHT, AND HER FRIEND, DRAGON, A TALKING, FLYING, 300 YEAR-OLD, FIRE-BREATHING DRAGON.
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Title of Planned Core Program #7
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Origin
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CRITTER GITTERS E/I (DIGITAL 8.2)
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NETWORK
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Regular Schedule
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Total Times to be Aired
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Saturdays 7-7:30AM and 11:30-12N
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13
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Length of Program
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Age of Target Audience
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30 minutes
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From
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To
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9 years
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14 years
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Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
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Program airs on RETRO TV (Digital Channel 8.2)Critter Gitters: A group of neighborhood kids join forces with two veterinarians and a professor to solve mysteries and crimes involving all types of animals.
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Title of Planned Core Program #8
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Origin
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AQUA KIDS E/I (DIGITAL 8.2)
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NETWORK
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Regular Schedule
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Total Times to be Aired
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Saturdays 7:30-8AM and 10:30-11AM
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13
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Length of Program
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Age of Target Audience
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30 minutes
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To
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2 years
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6 years
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Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
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Program airs on RETRO TV (Digital Channel 8.2) Aqua Kids Adventures has compelling content that works across cultures and aims to grow awareness and participation in all water activities for kids across America. Aqua Kids Adventures travels the planet visiting a variety of water environments from water management facilities to fresh water and brackish streams to the oceans of the world. The intent is to motivate other kids to become active citizens on the issue of pollution of water environments.
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Title of Planned Core Program #9
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Origin
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SIMPLY TRUE E/I (DIGITAL 8.2)
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NETWORK
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Regular Schedule
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Total Times to be Aired
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Saturdays 8-8:30AM
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13
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Length of Program
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Age of Target Audience
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30 minutes
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From
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3 years
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6 years
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Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
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Program airs on RETRO TV (Digital Channel 8.2)The Simply True Show is a first run nationally syndicated television series based on the best selling book "What Is Your Honor Code?" Ingrid Katal takes us on a journey through self discovery...truth and profound awareness. She'll make us laugh, she'll make us cry, she'll make us realize who we really are and what we are capable of.
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Title of Planned Core Program #10
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Origin
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B IN TUNE REWIND E/I (DIGITAL 8.2)
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NETWORK
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Regular Schedule
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Total Times to be Aired
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Saturdays 8:30-9AM and 11-11:30AM
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13
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Length of Program
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Age of Target Audience
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30 minutes
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From
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3 years
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6 years
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Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
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Program airs on RETRO TV (Digital Channel 8.2) B In Tune Rewind is a Show FOR and ABOUT Kids, Teens and Their Music. B In Tune TV is the hot new show for and about kids and their music. Hosted from the InTune Studio on the Sunset Strip in Hollywood, B In Tune TV plugs its viewers into the very heart of the music scene with exciting and compelling stories on the biggest stars and current topics. Designed to be Educational and Informative, B In Tune TV will give kids an insider's look at the faces, places and things which make up their favorite spot... the exciting world of music!
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Title of Planned Core Program #11
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Origin
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PLANET X E/I (DIGITAL 8.2)
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NETWORK
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Regular Schedule
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Total Times to be Aired
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Saturdays 9:30-10AM and 12N-12:30PM
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13
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Length of Program
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Age of Target Audience
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30 minutes
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From
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9 years
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14 years
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Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
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Program airs on RETRO TV (Digital Channel 8.2) Planet X: Surfing, Skateboarding, BMX, Snowboarding, Skiing, Moto-X, Offroad Racing and much more! All sorts of sports. From the extreme to the mainstream. Planet X TV is "EI" rated for Teen Programming.
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Title of Planned Core Program #12
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Origin
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REAL WINNING EDGE E/I (DIGITAL 8.2)
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NETWORK
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Regular Schedule
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Total Times to be Aired
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Saturdays 10-10:30AM
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13
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Length of Program
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Age of Target Audience
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30 minutes
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From
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9 years
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14 years
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Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
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Program airs on RETRO TV (Digital Channel 8.2)The Real Winning Edge series is developed to be an educational/informational (E/I) program and is designed to help youths make winning choices in their lives in order to grow to be productive citizens. This series is based on role models who are making pro-social life choices. The Real Winning Edge delivers to our nation's youth the kind of entertainment value they enjoy watching, while promoting a value system that enforces a strong source of purpose and worthiness. This television series includes three profiles of young achievers per 30 minute episode. A christian based program about youth overcoming obstacles and making the right choices.
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Title of Planned Core Program #13
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Origin
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THE OUTDOORSMAN E/I (DIGITAL 8.2)
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NETWORK
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Regular Schedule
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Total Times to be Aired
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Saturdays 12:30-1PM
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13
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Length of Program
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Age of Target Audience
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30 minutes
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9 years
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14 years
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Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
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Program airs on RETR0 TV (Digital Channel 8.2) "The Outdoorsman" has evolved into the nations largest syndicated adventure series. The series format includes a FCC friendly (EI) educational blend of world class adventures in domestic and international locations. Environmental and conservation issues, teaching kids and adults about wildlife, hunting, fishing, ethics and respect for nature and a celebration of the sporting lifestyle are important aspects of the format. The series is hosted by Outdoorsman International founder Buck McNeely. An international adventurer, dedicated conservationist and game management proponent, Buck promotes the enjoyment of the great outdoors for kids of all ages. The Outdoorsman has been shot on location world wide in places like: New Zealand, Argentina, Namibia, Siberia, Brazil, Botswana, Mexico, South Africa, Iceland, Costa Rica, Canada, New Foundland, Zimbabwe, and the United States. Celebrity guests from the world of sports, literature, politics, and entertainment have appeared on the program. This show is excellent for children. They learn to respect and develop an interest for nature.
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Title of Planned Core Program #14
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Origin
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BLACK BEAUTY E/I (DIGITAL 8.2)
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NETWORK
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Regular Schedule
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Total Times to be Aired
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Sundays 6:30-7AM
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13
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Length of Program
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Age of Target Audience
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30 minutes
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From
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9 years
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14 years
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Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
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Program airs on RETRO TV (Digital Channel 8.2) Black Beauty: While exploring the surroundings of their new home in Hertfordshire, England (1877), Victoria and Kevin Gordon, the teenage children of widower Dr. James Gordon, find an injured ebony stallion in the woods. While caring for the animal, Victoria develops a strong attachment to it, but is saddened to learn its rightful owner, the elder Mr. Ryder, has claimed it. When fate intervenes and Dr. Gordon, with the aid of the horse's swiftness, saves Ryder's life, Ryder repays him by giving him the horse. "I suppose he ought to have a name," Dr. Gordon comments after giving Victoria the horse. "Now let's see... Jet?... Swift?" "No they're not right," responds Victoria. "Something that describes him. He's black, and he's very beautiful... (pause) -- Black Beauty!" Stories depict the adventures shared by Victoria and Beauty.
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Title of Planned Core Program #15
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Origin
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HARRY & THE HENDERSON'S E/I (DIGITAL 8.2)
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NETWORK
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Regular Schedule
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Total Times to be Aired
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Sundays 7-7:30AM
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13
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Length of Program
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Age of Target Audience
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30 minutes
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From
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To
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13 years
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16 years
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Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
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Program airs on RETRO TV (Digital Channel 8.2) Harry And The Henderson's: This series tells us the story of Harry, a Bigfoot, who accidentally becomes a member of the Henderson family. The family almost runs down the poor bigfoot on the road, so they decide to take the creature to their home to help him recover. The Hendersons are a typical sitcom family living in the Pacific Northwest who own an unusual pet: a real live Sasquatch!
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Note: On June 12, 2009, the Station completed the transition to digital television. After that date, the responses to Question 4 and 7 apply solely to the Station's primary digital program stream.
1. WFLA-TV airs PSA's of varied lengths that are designed specifically to meet the educational and informational needs of children as well as PSA's that are designed for the general audience but have messages applicable to children.
2. WFLA-TV's Newscasts are general audience programs with educational/informational value for children:
NewsChannel 8 (M-F) Newscasts
5-7AM NewsChannel 8 Today (M-F)
5-5:30PM Live At Five (M-F)
5:30-6PM 5:30 Report (M-F)
6-6:30PM NewsChannel 8 (M-Sun)
11-11:30PM NewsChannel 8 (M-Sun)
9-10AM NewsChannel 8 Saturday Mornings
12-1PM NewsChannel 8 Noon Saturdays
9-10AM NewsChannel 8 Saturday Mornings
12-1PM NewsChannel 8 Noon Saturdays
9-10AM NewsChannel 8 Sunday Mornings
12-1PM NewsChannel 8 Noon Sundays
3. WFLA-TV's non-broadcast efforts include the participation of our Anchors and Meteorologists as guest speakers and emcees for community groups, and as "teachers" at Bay Area Schools; and Station Tours for Scout Troops, School Classes -- ranging from Elementary through High School/Vocational Technical Schools.
4. To supplement and enhance the educational value of the network's Teen NBC programs...NBC has a website (www.nbc.com/tmyk) specifically dedicated to teens. The goals of this site are first, to create a platform for the teen community where communities for self-expression become the core of the interactive experience; second to build these communities wherever possible around the themes and ideas generated within the TNBC shows themselves; and third, to provide online resources of information and guidance around the issues that most affect teen lives. THE MORE YOU KNOW website features scripts from the award-winning public service announcements, referral information for the organizations referenced in the PSA's, a general campaign overview, and educational materials
produced in connection with NBC programming. The site also includes a "feature of the month" page which addresses select TMYK topics and a list of the campaign's most recent accolades.
5. WFLA-TV produces an annual Telethon to raise money for the All Children's Hospital (Children's Miracle Network) this year (2009) is our 26th Telethon which airs on Saturday, May 30 (Starts @ 8:30PM) and ends on Sunday, May 31 @ 6:30PM. All NBC and Local Programs are pre-empted by this Telethon.
6. After due review of internal station records and documentation provided to us by program suppliers, the licensee hereby certifies that the station fully complied with the FCC's commercial limits in children's programs, as specified at 47 C.F.R. Section 73.670, with respect to all programs specifically designed for children ages twelve and under. In addition to the educational or informational programs listed in this report, the station broadcast the following programs specifically designed for children ages twelve and under that were not "educational or informational" programming: NONE
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WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 18, SECTION 1001), AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION LICENSE OR CONSTRUCTION PERMIT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 503).
I certify that the statements in this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith.
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