Brandon Pope TV
@bpopetv.bsky.social
Emmy-winning journalist. Author of “Screening Room” film/tv newsletter: bpopetv.substack.com WBEZ/NPR contributor, host of “MAKING” podcast. TV/Movie critic. Journalism Prof at Columbia College Chi. I like sports and nerd things!
Ryan Day told his team “win with humility” and got his team off the field
Treated Michigan like Purdue
I love it
Treated Michigan like Purdue
I love it
November 29, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Ryan Day told his team “win with humility” and got his team off the field
Treated Michigan like Purdue
I love it
Treated Michigan like Purdue
I love it
Lee Corso’s headgear picks are sorely missed today. First Ohio State - Michigan game without him.
November 29, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Lee Corso’s headgear picks are sorely missed today. First Ohio State - Michigan game without him.
“20% Off for Black Friday”
Just 20?!? What happened to the game I love!?!
Just 20?!? What happened to the game I love!?!
November 28, 2025 at 5:19 PM
“20% Off for Black Friday”
Just 20?!? What happened to the game I love!?!
Just 20?!? What happened to the game I love!?!
When I’m visiting someone’s house and the streaming services have Ads
November 28, 2025 at 3:35 PM
When I’m visiting someone’s house and the streaming services have Ads
You know what, my apologies (because I hate when people post w/o context assuming everyone knows)
November 27, 2025 at 4:39 PM
You know what, my apologies (because I hate when people post w/o context assuming everyone knows)
Them: Don't bring up politics during the holidays!
Me:
Me:
November 27, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Them: Don't bring up politics during the holidays!
Me:
Me:
The Bears are 8-3
The Fall leaves are popping
Friendsgivings are happening
Thanksgiving with family next week
The Fall leaves are popping
Friendsgivings are happening
Thanksgiving with family next week
November 24, 2025 at 1:17 AM
The Bears are 8-3
The Fall leaves are popping
Friendsgivings are happening
Thanksgiving with family next week
The Fall leaves are popping
Friendsgivings are happening
Thanksgiving with family next week
What a completely wacky day
November 22, 2025 at 3:14 PM
What a completely wacky day
Sat down with Pluribus on Apple TV, and it is crazy. Vince Gilligan has another banger 🔥
November 17, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Sat down with Pluribus on Apple TV, and it is crazy. Vince Gilligan has another banger 🔥
Marvel’s new BLADE movie, starring Mahershala Ali, was slated to release today, November 7, 2025 🫠
So much for that
So much for that
November 7, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Marvel’s new BLADE movie, starring Mahershala Ali, was slated to release today, November 7, 2025 🫠
So much for that
So much for that
The number of local journalists in the states has declined 75% in the last 20 years. muckrack.com/research/loc...
November 6, 2025 at 3:37 PM
The number of local journalists in the states has declined 75% in the last 20 years. muckrack.com/research/loc...
Manny’s Deli in Chicago showing what it means to show up for your community. 1141 S. Jefferson St.
November 2, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Manny’s Deli in Chicago showing what it means to show up for your community. 1141 S. Jefferson St.
Throwback to the last time I felt patriotic
November 2, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Throwback to the last time I felt patriotic
Incredible night in conversation with phenom director and writer Nia DeCosta on the iconic Music Box Theater stage for #ChiFilmFest
📸 photo courtesy of @apat10.bsky.social
📸 photo courtesy of @apat10.bsky.social
October 20, 2025 at 3:11 AM
Incredible night in conversation with phenom director and writer Nia DeCosta on the iconic Music Box Theater stage for #ChiFilmFest
📸 photo courtesy of @apat10.bsky.social
📸 photo courtesy of @apat10.bsky.social
Looking forward to hitting the Music Box Theater stage for a conversation with the phenomenal Nia DaCosta for #ChiFilmFest Sunday
October 17, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Looking forward to hitting the Music Box Theater stage for a conversation with the phenomenal Nia DaCosta for #ChiFilmFest Sunday
Happy Chicago International Film Festival to all who celebrate!
It’s a HUGE list of movies to watch. Here’s my guide to some notable ones. #film #chicagofilmfest open.substack.com/pub/bpopetv/...
It’s a HUGE list of movies to watch. Here’s my guide to some notable ones. #film #chicagofilmfest open.substack.com/pub/bpopetv/...
October 15, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Happy Chicago International Film Festival to all who celebrate!
It’s a HUGE list of movies to watch. Here’s my guide to some notable ones. #film #chicagofilmfest open.substack.com/pub/bpopetv/...
It’s a HUGE list of movies to watch. Here’s my guide to some notable ones. #film #chicagofilmfest open.substack.com/pub/bpopetv/...
Living in a society without guardrails, no independence from federal justice, and the rule of law on its last leg is disorienting. Abuses of power are escalating at a rapid pace. It’s important as neighbors that you help local newsrooms out by recording what you see.
October 7, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Living in a society without guardrails, no independence from federal justice, and the rule of law on its last leg is disorienting. Abuses of power are escalating at a rapid pace. It’s important as neighbors that you help local newsrooms out by recording what you see.
After 11 years with Weigel Broadcasting and 8 at WCIU, I’ve been laid off in a round of cuts impacting several talented journalists. Grateful for the journey, proud of the work, and optimistic about what’s next. Journalism/comm gigs — I’m a free agent. Let’s connect!
July 15, 2025 at 7:11 PM
After 11 years with Weigel Broadcasting and 8 at WCIU, I’ve been laid off in a round of cuts impacting several talented journalists. Grateful for the journey, proud of the work, and optimistic about what’s next. Journalism/comm gigs — I’m a free agent. Let’s connect!
Hey Chicago, I’ll be emceeing the WCIU/ Chicago Sky float for Pride. Make some noise and say what’s up!
June 28, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Hey Chicago, I’ll be emceeing the WCIU/ Chicago Sky float for Pride. Make some noise and say what’s up!
🚨 I’m launching a free film and tv newsletter this week! ‘Screening Room’ will feature tv and movie reviews, news, and more curated for your inbox. The first edition drops Friday with a review of SINNERS. Sign up here: forms.gle/k28iqVXkRjZ4...
April 17, 2025 at 2:38 PM
🚨 I’m launching a free film and tv newsletter this week! ‘Screening Room’ will feature tv and movie reviews, news, and more curated for your inbox. The first edition drops Friday with a review of SINNERS. Sign up here: forms.gle/k28iqVXkRjZ4...
When the group chat of national security secrets you were accidentally added to starts getting juicy
March 24, 2025 at 9:34 PM
When the group chat of national security secrets you were accidentally added to starts getting juicy
Please enjoy each basketball game equally. #MarchMadness #Severance
March 20, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Please enjoy each basketball game equally. #MarchMadness #Severance
Happy #MarchMadness ! I think this is the bracket I’m most confident in. Very chalky Final Four. Who you got?
March 20, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Happy #MarchMadness ! I think this is the bracket I’m most confident in. Very chalky Final Four. Who you got?
