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Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 33: Strange Pets, Scantrons, and the Comedy of Nostalgia with Comedian Charles McBee!Chasing Comedy Episode 33 with professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Charles McBee!On this episode of Chasing Comedy, Brian Scott McFadden chats with comedian and writer Charles McBee about viral video comedy, nostalgic obsessions, and stand-up comedy's evolution in the digital age. From candy cigarettes to Hostess cakes and seahorse reproduction, they dive deep into weird bits, strange pets, and how Charles crafts his hilarious throwback content. Plus, the Wheel of Premises sparks a wild riff on parrots, snakes, and Komodo dragons.2025-07-181h 03Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 32: Hotel Breakfast Hacks, Salvation Army Roasts & Junk Drawer Gold!Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden tackle everything from hotel breakfast scams and Salvation Army punchlines to the comedy gold hidden in your mom’s junk drawer. They break down the difference between club comics and podcast stars, take jabs at modern military fashion, and even put AI to the test as a comedy writer. It’s a hilarious deep dive into bits that bomb, bits that kill, and the weird stuff people keep in drawers.2025-07-101h 01Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 32: Trapped in a Warzone: Brian Scott McFadden's Escape from Israel ( Stand-Up Comics vs. Cruise Missiles)Chasing Comedy Episode 32 with professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin!In this explosive (literally) episode of Chasing Comedy, Brian joins us from Rome, fresh off a harrowing trip to the Middle East that turned from charity gig to missile-dodging misadventure. What was supposed to be a feel-good charity tour in Israel quickly turned into a real-life remake of Escape from New York… except with more cruise missiles and fewer eyepatches. Brian breaks down the chaos of performing stand-up in Jerusalem right before airstrikes started flying. From cheering audiences to air raid sirens in 24 ho...2025-06-201h 09Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 31: Mormon Rules, AI Deepfakes, and a Childhood Murder Mystery ScriptIn Episode 31 of Chasing Comedy, Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin dive headfirst into a hilarious, soul-baring journey through comedy, childhood trauma, and bizarre religious rules. Dustin opens up about his past as a Mormon missionary (yes, with a masturbation ruling from church elders!) while Brian shares the story of writing a murder mystery at age 8, complete with toilet paper punchlines and devastating fatherly critiques.The comics tackle everything from bizarre Mormon caffeine bans to the rise of terrifyingly convincing AI deepfakes. Brian reveals his lifelong obsession with Hamlet, dreams of staging Shakespeare in a comedy club...2025-06-181h 05Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy – Episode 30: Cruise Contracts, Comedy Meltdowns & Ben Vereen as WolverineThis episode of Chasing Comedy is part therapy session, part comedy jam, and part complete derailment — in the best possible way. Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin explore everything from existential crises to cruise gigs, from fake celebrity stand-up to the ethics of charging a dying man for comedy coaching. (Yes, you read that right.)🧠 Topics Covered Include:Dustin coaching a man with terminal cancer for his one and only stand-up setBrian’s struggle with mushrooms, misophonia, and writing bits that don’t landThe psychology of bits that get huge applause but lead nowhereA surreal debate on whethe...2025-06-1757 minChasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 29: Bootlegs, B-Movies & Breakfast Cereal ExistentialismChasing Comedy Episode 29 with professional comedians Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden!Join Brian and Dustin as they riff on the art of crafting bits, testing what makes people laugh and what totally flops. On this episode, we explore everything from the nuances of horror films and the power of nostalgia to the hilarity of failed attempts at stand-up, old tv brands, bootleg dvds, modern comedy specials, spiritual medicine, food choices, DB Cooper, and so much more! 2025-06-151h 13Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 28: “Grammar Wars, Bacon Worship & Gen X Jedi” with Jason SalmonChasing Comedy Episode 28 with hosts professional comedians Dustin Chafin and Jason Salmon!This week, comedian Jason Salmon joins the show and instantly turns it into a southern-fried TED Talk with punchlines. From grammar elitism to the metaphysics of bacon, this episode pinballs between hilarity and heartfelt like a Hot Pocket in a microwave—dangerous, unpredictable, and probably best consumed after dark.🔥 What’s Inside This Jam-Packed Episode:The wild history of the Dallas Mavericks and sports-based identity traumaWhether Luka Doncic is Charles Barkley 2.0 or just a...2025-05-311h 05Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 27 - The Snarf of it AllChasing Comedy Episode 27 with professional comedians Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFaddenWe’re diving into the wild world of comedy, and this episode is all about the glorious mess of crafting jokes! I mean, we’re literally chasing comedy here, folks—working on bits, seeing what sticks, and figuring out what absolutely stinks. On this week's episode, Brian and Dustin look to find the humor in weighted blankets, growing up as a third generation stand-up comic, family dynamics, Katy Perry, celebrities and internet anger, Snarf and the Thundercats, impact of drugs on music, evolution of band names...2025-05-251h 04Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 26 - Choosing Between Happiness and HumorChasing Comedy Episode 26 with professional standup comedians Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott Mcfadden!In this hilariously off-the-rails episode of Chasing Comedy, Dustin Chafin and the crew spin the comedy wheel and spiral into a whirlwind of riffs, revelations, and ridiculousness. It all kicks off with a discussion about over-the-counter brain boosters like Focus Factor and Alpha Brain—and quickly devolves into a chaotic, yet strangely profound dive into modern attention spans, ADHD meds, and the dream of being Limitless (with or without Adderall).From there, the conversation veers into a passionate debate about George Carlin’s ge...2025-05-2453 minChasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 25 - Manly Moments, Subway Tuna, and the Great Reality TV DebateChasing Comedy Episode 25 with professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin!We're diving deep into the hilarious world of chasing comedy, where we explore the ups and downs of crafting jokes and bits. I mean, who knew that changing an air filter could come with such a rush of manly pride? Join us as we share our adventures in DIY car maintenance, navigating the wilds of Home Depot, subway tuna, unnecessary reality tv shows, how the quest for love sometimes feels like a game show gone wrong, and so much more!2025-05-1952 minChasing ComedyChasing Comedy – Episode 24: Rope Guys, Hypnotists & the Cult of WokenessChasing Comedy Episode 24 with professional comedians Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFaddenIn this no-holds-barred episode of Chasing Comedy, Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden dive headfirst into the chaotic circus of modern comedy—from fake hecklers and TikTok fame to battling hypnotists and the eternal struggle of following a guy doing rope tricks.2025-05-151h 04Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 23 - Facebook Ruined Humanity and Other Casual ObservationsChasing Comedy Episode 23 with professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin ChafinIn Episode 23 of Chasing Comedy, comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin bring the heat in a generational cage match of hilarity—Gen X vs. Millennials vs. Gen Z. Brian rants about the weird politics of being too jaded to be woke and too smart to be racist, while wondering how anyone finds time in their day to schedule a white supremacist rally. (“Do these guys even have jobs?”)The duo skewers the absurdities of modern life, from AI-generated Facebook nonsense to coffee orders...2025-05-0850 minChasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 22 - Robot Piano Players and FalconersChasing Comedy Episode 22 with professional comedians Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden.On this episode of Chasing Comedy, Brian and Dustin dig into finding comedy and bits in what if Gen Z was drafted, skills we lost with technology, basic skills for survival, old man sneakers, cockroaches and the absurdity of insect warfare, absurd relationship arguments, influencers for mundane things, 80s robots, and so much more!2025-05-0852 minChasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 21 - Ghosts, Gags, and Gen Z LingoChasing Comedy Episode 21 with professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin!On this episode of Chasing Comedy, Brian and Dustin dive into bits on free speech, comedy coaching, outdated phrases, Gen Z lingo, weird places to haunt, music generational divides, ghost hunters, and so much more! 2025-04-1159 minChasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 20 - The Great Bird Heist: A Comedy of ErrorsChasing Comedy Episode 20 with professional comedians Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden!Brian and Dustin dive into jokes and bits based on dog intuition, emotional support animals, self checkout, unrealistic and irrational fears, the great bird escape and heist, and so much more! So kick back, grab a snack, and join us for a fun ride where we’re not just chasing comedy, we’re catching it!2025-04-0955 minChasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 19 - From Whole 30 to HilarityChasing Comedy Episode 19 with professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin!Join Brian and Dustin as they work through the ups and downs of joke crafting and the crazy world of standup comedy. On this episode, they search for bits in diet dilemmas and health trends, questionable soda choices, destination weddings, satanism, hotels pushing religion on their guests, punching down, and so much more!2025-04-081h 01Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 18 - The Heckle TaxChasing Comedy Episode 18 with professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin!On this week's episode of Chasing Comedy, Brian and Dustin share their comedy war stories, discussing everything from the absurd decor of comedy clubs, inventive ways to move merch, the "heckle tax," the dutch angle, what makes comedy a contact sport, the perils of physical injury while doing standup, and so much more! Whether you’re here for the laughs or just curious about the comedy scene, we’ve got you covered—so sit back and enjoy the fun with Brian and Dustin!2025-03-0556 minChasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 17 - Rum, Raisins, and Real TalkChasing Comedy Episode 17 with comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin!We're diving into the hilariously chaotic world of chasing comedy, where we dissect everything from the absurdities of everyday life. This episode, Brian and Dustin search for comedy bits in social interactions, FOMO, parenting styles, the struggles of adulting, questionable choices we make when it comes to self care, alcohol, brand mascots, and so much more!2025-02-2659 minChasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 16 - Comedian Beefs and Stories from the Comedy TrenchesChasing Comedy Episode 16 with comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin!Professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin take you deep into the comedy trenches as they share stories and work on coming up with the next great comedy bit! On this week's episode, Brian and Dustin find humor in the Superbowl, comedian beefs, buffets, praise for useless skills, saying goodbye to old bits, bombing, and so much more! 2025-02-1958 minChasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 15 - Without Further AdoChasing Comedy Episode 15 with comedians Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden!We're diving deep into the world of comedy and let me tell you, we're chasing comedy like a kid chasing an ice cream truck on a hot summer day! Brian and Dustin are working through the ups and downs of joke crafting, tackling everything from the absurdity of current events to the weird phrases that make us scratch our heads—like "without further ado."2025-02-1753 minChasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 14 - News Narrative, Bad Mothering, and Captain KirkChasing Comedy Episode 14 with hosts comedians Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden.We're diving into the wild world of comedy where we give you a no-holds-barred approach of writing jokes on the fly. Our main gig today? We're looking for humor in news narratives, Elon Musk, Captain Kirk, bad mothering, the book "Lives across Time" and Brian's childhood, historical figures brought into current times, life coaches, and so much more! So join us for some hearty laughs, quirky insights, and maybe a few uncomfortable truths, as we explore how humor finds its way through the chaos of...2025-02-161h 14Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 13 - Juggling Chainsaws and LaughsChasing Comedy episode 13 with hosts Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin.We’re diving right into the wild world of comedy, folks! This episode finds professional comedians Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden discussing the LA wildfires, while pursuing jokes and bits about failed actors, animal empathy, macho humor in political ads, subway talent, and so much more! So kick back, relax, and let's chase some comedy together with Brian and Dustin!2025-02-1356 minChasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 12 - New Year, Same You!Chasing Comedy Episode 12 with hosts Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin ChafinOn this first episode of the new year, professional comedians Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden work through jokes and bits on candy addiction, co-opting words, willy wonka and walter white, audience expectations at comedy shows, new years resolutions, dry january, mistaken military service, airplane lounges, and so much more! Get your fix of comedy and the art of comedy with Chasing Comedy!2025-01-0958 minChasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 11 - Dog Humor, Exotic Pets, Sea Monkeys, and AltoonaChasing Comedy Episode 11 with hosts Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFaddenOn this week's episode of Chasing Comedy, professional comedians Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden construct jokes and bits around dogs, exotic pets, sea monkeys, altoona PA, crying on stage, and so much more!2025-01-081h 11Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 10 - Smartest Animals, Healthcare, and Mother EarthChasing Comedy Episode 10 with professional comedians Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFaddenOn this brand new episode of Chasing Comedy, Brian and Dustin muse over crows and what are the smartest animals on the planet. They also work on bits involving the surgeon general, the united healthcare ceo murder, robin williams, casinos, mother earth, and so much more! It's a masterclass in joke writing!2024-12-181h 01Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 9 - Dysfunctional Family Humor, Hypochondriacs, Arrest Records, and More!Chasing Comedy Episode 9 with professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin ChafinOn this episode of Chasing Comedy, Brian and Dustin tackle the humor in sensitive topics like race and family dynamics, arrest records, hypochondriacs, strange anxieties, losing your phone and so much more! 2024-12-041h 04Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 8 - The Prom Comedy Experience, NYC Life, and Powdered Donuts!Chasing Comedy Episode 8 with professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin ChafinJoin Brian and Dustin as they go Chasing Comedy and dive into the hilariously chaotic world of stand-up comedy. In this episode of Chasing Comedy, Brian and Dustin discuss the struggles comedians face when performing for uninterested audiences, like prom kids and at awkward venues, which often leads to unforgettable and cringe-worthy moments. They also work on bits involving NYC life, how the pressures of urban life can transform someone's demeanor from cheerful to curmudgeonly, swapping addictions, powdered donuts, and so much more!2024-11-2459 minChasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 7 - Obsessions, Standup Secrets, and Double Agents!Chasing Comedy Episode 7 with hosts Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin ChafinOn this new episode of Chasing Comedy, professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin search for humor and bits in the ways in which we obsess over people and things, the strange ways that Trump is portrayed, double agents, parenting styles, neglectful parents versus helicopter parents, being raised by television, while also giving an in-depth look into the intricacies of joke placement, clean comedy and navigating sensitive topics, and jokes they wish they had come up with. All this and so much more on Chasing...2024-11-2255 minChasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 6 - From Stand-Up to Spit Takes: Laughs, Lullabies, and AI"Chasing Comedy" Episode 6 hosted by professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin!On this week's episode of "Chasing Comedy," Brian and Dustin tackle the comedic possibilities of AI, how it feels to be bumped from the stage by comedy legends, the pressures comedians face opening for big acts, how hard G rated movies used to be, as well as working on bits involving Dustin's love of horror films, Robin Williams, Brian perfecting the spit take, and so much more! Come join us as we work through jokes and go Chasing Comedy!2024-11-131h 08Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 5 - Zoltar's Predictions: World War Three? Nah, We're Just Chasing Comedy!Chasing Comedy Episode 5!On this hilarious episode of Chasing Comedy, Dustin and Brian work on bits involving World Wars, Fortune Tellers, Gen X investments, which Generation is the best, video games, ugly actors playing famous handsome people, devils advocate, Zoltar, and so much more!2024-11-121h 06Chasing ComedyChasing Comedy - Episode 4 - Cereal Mascots: The Drug Dealers of Our Childhood!In this episode of "Chasing Comedy," the dynamic comedic duo of Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin dive into comedy bits on addictions, cereal mascots, sugary childhood nostalgia, halloween, mice, humorous anecdotes about celebrity encounters, the absurdity of political protection and so much more! Stay for the laughs and bits on Chasing Comedy Episode 4!2024-11-0459 minChasing ComedyEpisode 3 - Bombing at a Political Rally: The Comedy Disaster You Didn't See Coming!Tony Hinchcliffe's controversial performance at Trump's MSG rally becomes the focal point of this episode as Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin dive into that, hack comedy, a comedian's failure to read the room, and the implications of humor in today's political climate. They also discuss the lack of mystique in music nowadays, clean comedy, whether edginess is on the way out, finding humor in aging, and so much more! Join them as they unpack the nuances of performance, audience expectations, and the sometimes harsh realities of comedy in the spotlight. Oh yeah, and they work on some bits...2024-11-031h 16Chasing ComedyEpisode 2 - Ghosts, Shaq, Scooby Doo and Dick Cheney: A Comedic JourneyBrian McFadden and Dustin Chafin dive into the wild world of comedy and explore the challenges comedians face in a rapidly changing landscape. This week they muse over how stand up comedy is learned and taught, and work on bits revolving around the absurdity of endorsing candidates, ghost skepticism, outdated references, Shaq, foreign accents, Scooby Doo villains, and so much more! With plenty of laughs and sharp observations, join us as we go "Chasing Comedy!"2024-11-0259 minChasing ComedyEpisode 1 - Dogs on Planes, Joke Thievery, Strange Endorsements, Self Driving Cars!On episode 1 of Chasing Comedy, comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin tackle the topics of cranky comedy, one hit wonders, standup attire, modern country music, parallel thinking and joke thievery in comedy, dogs on planes, strange political endorsements, the etrade baby, self-driving cars, and so much more on their quest to craft the next great bit! "Chasing Comedy" features professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin as they dive into the chaotic and often hilarious world of comedy! Watch them as they navigate the intricacies of joke writing, performance, current events, and the ever-evolving landscape...2024-10-1155 min