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by Brian Scott McFadden & Dustin Chafin
Chasing Comedy features professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin as they dive deep into the chaotic world of comedy and the craft of Standup, exploring the nuances of joke writing, the unpredictable nature of live performance, and try to humorously make sense of the world while working out, or failing at crafting, that next great joke. With plenty of laughs and candid moments, join them as they tackle a lively exploration of the art of chasing comedy in a world filled with absurdities.
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- 1 weeks ago1h 3m
Chasing Comedy - Episode 66: “I’m Addicted to Exercise!” No, You’re Not.
Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin are back for another hilariously chaotic episode of Chasing Comedy! This week, the guys debate Alien, Terminator and Rocky Horror, revisit the rise and fall of Andrew Dice Clay, and discover why Brian’s middle name might make him sound like a presidential assassin. Then they workshop new material about fake addictions, doomscrolling and our obsession with phones before stumbling onto a new legal defense every comedian needs: “comedy entrapment.” If you give a comic the perfect setup, you can’t complain about the punchline.
- 3 weeks ago56 min
Chasing Comedy - Episode 65: Dementia Merch, Chipmunk ICE & Time-Traveling Call Girls?!
Robot pets for the elderly, bad comedy advice, ICE for chipmunks, and a prostitute with a time machine—Episode 65 of Chasing Comedy goes everywhere. Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin debate whether animatronic pets for seniors are comforting or horrifying, break down the changing rules of stand-up, and work through new material in real time. Then things completely derail when they develop a plan to save humanity by sending an escort back through history to fix the childhoods of future terrible people.
- Aug 7, 202651 min
Chasing Comedy - Episode 64: Crowd Work, Fake Deaths, and the Delusion of Positive Thinking
Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin dive into the crowd work takeover and ask whether social media has changed what audiences expect from stand-up comedy. Plus, Dustin shares a bizarre story involving a comedian who was dead…then wasn’t…then apparently was, the guys debate whether comedians actually laugh at roasts, battle social media algorithms, and tackle “chaotic optimism,” manifestation, and the insanity of trying to make a living telling jokes. It’s another unpredictable episode of Chasing Comedy!
- Jul 24, 20261h 10m
Chasing Comedy - Episode 63: Why Gen X Will NEVER Be Replaced, Dad Issue Movies & Tattoo Regrets
Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin take a hilarious deep dive into the movies that shaped Generation X, the generational divide between Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z, tattoo culture, and the behind-the-scenes process of writing stand-up comedy. From comfort movies and dad issues to bad tattoo decisions and building the perfect joke, Episode 63 is packed with sharp observations, nostalgic laughs, and comedy shop talk.
- Jul 20, 202658 min
Chasing Comedy - Episode 62: Why Horror Movies Are WINNING, Comedy Movies are Dying & Has Technology Ruined Our Brains?
Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin discuss why horror movies are thriving while comedy films struggle, the impact of technology on our attention spans, the future of stand-up, AI, social media, classic books, and the ever-changing entertainment industry. Plus, they brainstorm new comedy bits, tackle pop culture, and spin the Comedy Wheel for another hilarious episode of Chasing Comedy.
- Jun 9, 20261h 14m
Chasing Comedy - Episode 61: Joe Matarese on Why Comedy Keeps Changing, Nostalgia, AI Therapy, and More!
Joe Matarese joins Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden for a hilarious deep dive into stand-up comedy, aging, AI therapy, growing up in the golden age of arcade games and roller-skating rinks, and more. From comedy war stories and changing audiences to nostalgic memories and the challenges of life on the road, Joe brings his signature honesty and sharp wit to one of the funniest episodes of Chasing Comedy yet.
- May 26, 20261h 10m
Chasing Comedy - Episode 60: Jared Freid on Swatch Watches, Oversharing Uber Drivers & Modern Standup
On Episode 60 of Chasing Comedy, Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden are joined by comedian and podcast star Jared Freid for a hilarious deep dive into roast culture, crowd work, hecklers, comedy fame, podcasting, and the changing world of stand-up. From Netflix roast controversy to nightmare Uber drivers and comedy club chaos, this episode is packed with sharp takes, behind-the-scenes comedy stories, and nonstop laughs.
- May 18, 20261h 4m
Chasing Comedy - Episode 59: T.J. Miller on Roast Culture, Christmas Movies, Fame & Why Comics Never Quit
Comedian and actor T.J. Miller joins Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden for a hilarious deep dive into roast culture, stand-up comedy addiction, Hollywood, cancel culture, sports, classic comedy movies, and the weird realities of modern fame. The guys break down Kevin Hart roasts, Shane Gillis, Christmas movies, public bathroom anxiety, boomers on TikTok, and why comics can never truly quit stand-up. One of the funniest and most honest episodes of Chasing Comedy yet.
About Chasing Comedy
Chasing Comedy features professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin as they dive deep into the chaotic world of comedy and the craft of Standup, exploring the nuances of joke writing, the unpredictable nature of live performance, and try to humorously make sense of the world while working out, or failing at crafting, that next great joke. With plenty of laughs and candid moments, join them as they tackle a lively exploration of the art of chasing comedy in a world filled with absurdities.
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