CUPERTINO TV PRODUCTIONS

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 Welcome to Cupertino TV Productions!

We are a nonprofit organization engaged in producing award-winning shows on public-access television in Silicon Valley and YouTube.

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What’s New?

Welcome to October! Along with the crisp fall weather, colorful autumn leaves, and local traditions like Halloween, there are many exciting natural and community events happening this month. Highlights include the Santana Row Glass Pumpkin Festival from October 2–4 and the Cupertino Senior Center’s Hidden Treasures sale on October 22.

Check out our cablecast schedule on our Shows page. We are also looking forward to releasing TACO and a few other shows currently in editing.

Following Wes’s tutorial videos on interviewing last month, Jerry plans to schedule an audio workshop this month. We will share details soon.

Planning is also underway for our annual holiday party in November. More details to follow. October looks like a very exciting month!

Interested in learning more about Cupertino TV Productions? Please join our regular meetings at the CSC from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on the first and third Tuesdays of every month. Note: For October only, due to the Hidden Treasures event, we will meet on the first and second Tuesdays instead.

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New and Barely Old Shows


Hearts Behind the Games - Revisit the moments, the fans and volunteers during World Cup @SFBay

In case you missed the World Cup 2026 frenzy, this show revisits the unforgettable experience with fans, volunteers and Leaders at Levi's Stadium, watch parties, local businesses and on the streets... You will also hear from those who worked behind the scene. Tune in!
Producer/Editor: Elaine Lu/ Elaine and Wesley Orr

 

Wildflowers: Small Bloom, Big Impact

What role do wildflowers play in supporting healthy ecosystems, thriving wildlife populations, and essential pollinators? In this inspiring program, the producers explore the remarkable impact that native wildflowers have on our environment and why protecting and restoring these natural treasures is more important than ever.
Producer/Editor: Monica Yeung/Nola Donato & Nola Donato

 

Getting to the World Cup in Silicon Valley (Journey to Levi's Stadium at Santa Clara)

This show explores public transit options during the World Cup 2026 in Silicon Valley by taking BART, Caltrain, and VTA light rail to reach Levi’s stadium. It examines transportation resources across the region with real transit experiences, travel times, costs, connections, maps and tips. The show also discusses how major events highlight both the challenges and opportunities for the region's mobility future.
Producer/Editor: Elaine Lu/Elaine & Wes

 

The Value of Native Plants

Native plants in California save water, support wildlife and boost resilience. The California Native Plant Society offers resources to help protect and grow them. Tune in, your garden will thank you!
Producer/Editor: Monica Yeung/Nola Donato

 

Grounds for Growth: Upcycling Coffee Grounds

Audrey and Kathleen founded “Everything Starts Small” (ESS) as children. Now this remarkable organization has grown into an international youth led movement focusing on environmental sustainability. Hear about one of their key initiatives about repurposing coffee grounds. Their work is such an awesome reminder that little steps can really make a big difference and how empowering young people can drive solutions to some of our biggest global challenges.
Producer/Editor: Grace Trafton & Wesley Orr

 

Project Sentinel

Project Sentinel is a nonprofit fair housing organization that advocates for equal housing opportunities, investigates discrimination, and educates communities on their housing rights.
Producer/Editor: Monica Yeung/ Jerry Oliver

 

Bagpipe Your Heart Out

This is a story about a group of people united by a passion for bagpipes and their love for each other. In thir own words.
Producer/Editor: Adek Hanukai

 

Governance in Action: The Cupertino Story

An in-depth discussion with Mayor Liang Chao of Cupertino examining city government structure and commissions, addressing current resident concerns, and spotlighting community initiatives designed to bring Cupertino residents closer together.
Producer/Editor: Ranjana Mehra

 

Short films from ShortFest 2025

New and not-so-new members got together to present their short films at our ShortFest 2025. It was much fun. Check it out in the Playlists tab of our YouTube channel.
Producers and Editors: CTVP Members

 

Bloom Where You Are Planted: Master Gardeners’ Chronicle

Join a vibrant group of Master Gardeners as they share research-based knowledge, transform virgin ground into a thriving garden, and gear up for their annual spring sale, transforming community landscapes with expertise and passion.

Producer/Editor: Ranjana Mehra

 

CTVP Life in Pictures

Our lives as producers revolve around the studio, meetings, and on location filming. With cameras that ride inside phones in our pockets and purses, photos of our lives abound. Check them out in this section. There are pictures from KMVT15’s field equipment class for Cupertino TV Productions, new members’ training on studio equipment, Volunteer Appreciation Lunch day at CSC, CSC’s Open house, post-production crew shoots and myriad others just because we came together to create something. Mostly because we are feeling good about ourselves or for members and partners who are volunteering — creating, crewing, and giving us a reason to celebrate creativity :)

Some Guests From Our Shows

CTVP In The News

 A Quick Take on Production

 

On ABC News

On the occasion of filming our 1,000th show, we were joined by the ABC News team. Our programs are all unique; different hosts, guests, subjects.