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MPT Program Acquisitions

MPT recognizes the importance of local and independent filmmakers and their unique ability to capture truths about the world with artistic integrity, intelligence, and balance. MPT supports these artists and gives viewers access to their voices and viewpoints. These producers' programs provide viewers with a better understanding of the world, an open door to the arts, and actionable information to improve their daily lives.

Welcome, producers! Please scroll to the bottom of this page for special information about submitting your work or program ideas to MPT.

October Local Premieres

Creating Camden Yards

Monday, October 5th @ 9:00 PM (premiere); Tuesday, October 6th @ 1:30 AM; Monday October 12th @ 8:00 PM (MPT2/Create); Sunday, October 18th @ 4:00 PM

On April 6, 1992, Orioles pitcher Rick Sutcliffe threw the ceremonial first pitch at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Over three decades later, Camden Yards remains a landmark of ballpark design—a throwback to baseball's heritage and a turning point in urban architecture that seamlessly blends modern comfort with classic aesthetics.  "Creating Camden Yards" offers a comprehensive account of the visionaries, events, and complex challenges behind the birth of this architectural icon.

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October National Premieres

Christianity at a Crossroads

Airdate(s): 
Ep. 1 - Reading the Signs - Saturday, October 17th @ 6:00 PM (premiere); Sunday, October 18th @ 10:00 PM (MPT2/Create)
Ep. 2 - A Divided Highway - Saturday, October 17th @ 7:00 PM; Sunday, October 25th @ 10:00 PM (MPT2/Create) 
Ep. 3 - The Road to America -  Sunday, October 18th @ 6:00 PM
Ep. 4 - The Road Ahead -  Sunday, October 18th @ 7:00 PM

The significant decline in American Christianity and its impact on the national landscape is explored through the journeys of those navigating this change. From church closures and the rise of "The Nones" to the growing impacts of scandals, immigrant communities, Christian Nationalism and digital pioneers, the series explores the roots of this foundational shift, and what it implies for the nation’s future.

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To Dine For with Kate Sullivan, Season 8

Episodes premiere weekly on Thursdays @ 7:00 PM starting 10/1/2026

Four-time Emmy Award-winning journalist Kate Sullivan accompanies eight different guests to their favorite restaurants.  Over dinner, Kate's guests - entrepreneurs, change agents, musicians, actors, newsmakers and others - discuss their early lives, their struggles, and their successes. This season explores what it takes to launch an idea or business, from initial concept to first draft to completion  Guests for Season 8 include Emma Grede, Erin & Ben Napier, Will Guidara, Adam Grant and Tabitha Brown.

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October Digital Premieres

Intellectual Property, Season 1

Ep. 101 - Chuck Todd - 10/23/26 - 10/22/28 (tent.)

This locally-produced interview series features notable thinkers engaged in meaningful dialogues on critical social, political, and economic challenges—and actionable solutions. Hosted by producer Russ Hodge, each episode pairs an in-depth interview with audience Q&A. In the premiere, journalist Chuck Todd offers an inside look at Washington’s shifting power dynamics, corporate news consolidation, and the future of American democracy.

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A Note to Producers

Do you have a completed program/series or a project in production that you would like to see aired on MPT?  Or maybe you have a program concept that you are looking for MPT to produce or co-produce?  MPT welcomes the opportunityto review your program or idea for consideration as a local broadcast, digital presentation or national public television presentation.  Please complete our online submission form here, and our team will review your project to see if it is a fit for our distribution.

Not sure if your project is suitable for MPT?  Please review our acquisitions primer to learn about MPT's mission, programming objectives, submissions process, and local and national acquisition initiatives. You can also find information about MPT and public television editorial, technical and funding guidelines at the links below:

MPT Editorial Guidelines

MPT Technical Specifications for Programs

The Producing for PBS website