If I run:
C:\jacob\attention\ekick.exe |more
From the Run command on the Start menu, I get the flashing black window and then it closes immediately. But, if I first run cmd and then enter
C:\jacob\attention\ekick.exe |more
Then the more command works as it should. Is this the way it works on your system, or are you able to get the window to stay open either way?
PS., I found this PDF on executing EPrime scripts through EKick using Authorware (see attached). I thought it might be helpful. I noticed that, for whatever reason, they suggested creating and running EKick and it parameters via batch files.