For almost two decades, POP Studios has been instrumental in the development of Chicago’s stand-up comedy & independent media industry. From live-taped specials to cutting-edge podcasts to #1 comedy albums, we’ve helped cement the legacy of Chicago as the stand-up capital of the world, coasts be damned. Our live-streamed coverage of the 2020 Black Lives Matter protests has garnered praise across the nation for its authentic, grounded correspondence. Confronted with industry-wide shutdowns due to the pandemic, we have partnered with several of the city’s most prominent comedy clubs to pioneer new technologies and methods of production so we can return to normal and bring high-quality entertainment back to our city’s hungry, loyal fanbase.