Chasing Comedy

Brian Scott McFadden & Dustin Chafin

English Arts Comedy Stand-Up

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Episodes 61

Avg. Duration 1h 1m

Activity Highly Active

Apple Rating ★ 5.0 (2)

Since Oct 2024

Latest Episode Jun 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule

Every 2 Weeks

Format

Episodic

Consistency

44%

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About This Podcast

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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Recent Episodes

Chasing Comedy - Episode 61: Joe Matarese on Why Comedy Keeps Changing, Nostalgia, AI Therapy, and More!

Jun 09, 2026 1h 14m

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…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 60: Jared Freid on Swatch Watches, Oversharing Uber Drivers & Modern Standup

May 26, 2026 1h 10m

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…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 59: T.J. Miller on Roast Culture, Christmas Movies, Fame & Why Comics Never Quit

May 18, 2026 1h 4m

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…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 58: Adam Muller on Late-Blooming Comics, Netflix Comedy Contests & DIY Specials

May 11, 2026 1h 7m

On Episode 58 of Chasing Comedy, Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden are joined by comedian Adam Muller for a deep dive into comedy contests, bombing on stage, self-producing stand-up specials,…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 57: My Dad Was Snarf, Stand-Up Hacks, and The Reality of Killing vs Creating

May 01, 2026 1h 3m

In Episode 57 of Chasing Comedy, Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin dive into the reality of being a working stand-up comic—when to experiment, when to play it safe, and why even great comedians…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 56: You Couldn’t Write the Bible Today?!, Porky's, Stand-Up Movie Rant & Wild Bits

Apr 20, 2026 1h 1m

In Episode 56 of Chasing Comedy, Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin riff on why stand-up movies rarely work, pitch a parody of the genre, and stumble into a hilarious bit: “You couldn’t write the…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 55: Joke Stealing and What Makes a Comedian a Hack?

Apr 13, 2026 1h 7m

In Episode 55 of Chasing Comedy, Brian and Dustin dive into one of stand-up’s biggest debates: what actually makes a comedian a “hack”? From cruise ship comics to joke stealing, they break down the…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 54: Corporate Roasts, AI Bombs & Friend Funny vs "I Need to Eat" Funny with Chuck Nice

Apr 06, 2026 1h 13m

Brian Scott McFadden sits down with comedian Chuck Nice for a hilarious deep dive into the chaos of stand-up comedy. From bombing at corporate gigs to crushing impossible rooms, they break down why…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 53: Arena Comedy, IKEA Relationship Tests, Outsourcing Your Entire Life & Wild Bits

Apr 02, 2026 59m

Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden break down stand-up in real time—riffing on arena openers, IKEA relationship tests, and a ridiculous TaskRabbit bit that spirals into comedy gold. A chaotic,…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 52: Apocalypse Anxiety, Aggressive Dogs & Karen at a Renaissance Fair

Mar 31, 2026 1h 4m

Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden riff their way through apocalypse anxiety, doomsday bunkers, and a time traveler who fixes petty problems instead of history. From Karen at a Renaissance fair…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 51: Nateland Cruise Stories, Military Football & Bit Breakdowns

Mar 23, 2026 56m

In Chasing Comedy Episode 51, Dustin shares stories from performing on the Nateland Cruise while Brian helps break down new bits. A deep dive into joke writing, comedy life, and refining material on…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 50: Time Travel Bits, Jim Jones Jokes & The Art of Fixing a Set

Mar 22, 2026 57m

In Episode 50 of Chasing Comedy, the guys dive into the realities of performing stand-up on cruise ships—breaking down the highs, the challenges, and the art of adapting to wildly different crowds.…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 49: Lobster Heists, Gen Z Nihilism & The Art of “Punching Down”

Feb 28, 2026 1h

Episode 49 goes from lobster heists in Maine to generational warfare, AI taking everyone’s jobs, and whether comedians are “punching down” or just telling the truth. Brian, Dustin, and Adam spin the…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 48: What’s a Plane Crash for a Comedian?

Feb 07, 2026 1h 5m

In Episode 48 of Chasing Comedy, Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin workshop a bit comparing stand-up to flying a plane — and debate what a “plane crash” looks like for a comedian. From bombing…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 47: Top 100 Podcasters, Hat Cases & Losing Your Man Card

Jan 12, 2026 57m

We accidentally made the Top 100 stand-up comedy podcasts… and immediately questioned its legitimacy. In Episode 47, Dustin Chafin and Brian McFadden break down what it means to be ranked, why…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 46: Clean Comedy, Fake Laughs & Zoom Therapy

Dec 28, 2025 56m

In Episode 46, Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden dig into the strange realities of stand-up comedy—from trying to stay “clean” on stage to completely losing control when a sign-language…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 45: Human Storage Units, Hecklers Gone Wild & Being Famous in Shanghai

Dec 27, 2025 49m

Episode 45 of Chasing Comedy finds comedians Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden riffing on lost items, human hoarder pockets, hecklers gone wild, audience meltdowns, and the fine line between…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 44: Arena Comedy Chaos, Bombing in Front of 15,000, & Why Comics Hate Each Other

Dec 17, 2025 58m

In Episode 44 of Chasing Comedy, Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden break down the realities of modern stand-up — from arena shows and bombing in front of thousands to crafting the perfect opener…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 43: Bedbugs, Airport Karens & Cyanide Sangria

Dec 06, 2025 59m

On Episode 43 of Chasing Comedy, Dustin Chafin and Brian Scott McFadden workshop new jokes and swap wild stories from the road. From NYC bedbug nightmares and airport meltdowns to Spirit Airlines…

Chasing Comedy - Episode 42: Crowd Work, Showbiz Secrets, Stand-Up Struggles & The Chili’s Waiter Bit!

Nov 26, 2025 50m

In Episode 42 of Chasing Comedy, Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin break down the realities of modern stand-up — from scripted crowd-work clips and the artifice of reality TV to micro-celebrity…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Chasing Comedy have?

Chasing Comedy has published 61 episodes since October 2024, covering topics in Arts, Comedy.

Is Chasing Comedy still active?

Chasing Comedy is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 1h 1m.