Episodes

  • Episode 4: Under the Rainbow (1981)

    Episode 4: Under the Rainbow (1981)
    Jul 24 2024
    Surprisingly, not the nadir of Chevy Chase's career but it might be close! Steve Rash's Under the Rainbow, a fictionalized recounting of the little people actors from The Wizard of Oz taking over a hotel across from the MGM soundstages. Against this event is story of Arch Duke Franz Ferdinand's son being hunted by the son of Gavrilo Princip (Robert Donner). Fortunately, the Duke is protected by Bruce Thorpe (Chevy Chase), his intrepid guard.
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Episode 3: Seems Like Old Times (1980)

    Episode 3: Seems Like Old Times (1980)
    Jun 26 2024
    Chevy's hot streak of 1980 continues with his second pairing with Goldie Hawn. This time she's an attorney married to Charles Grodin. Meanwhile, Chevy Chase is her estranged husband who gets set up as a bank robber. It's a complicated screwball comedy from writer Neil Simon where Chevy spends half the film hiding under beds.
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Episode 2: Caddyshack (1980)

    Episode 2: Caddyshack (1980)
    May 22 2024
    Mark, Chris, and Mike continue their deep dive into the films of Chevy Chase with one of his biggest hits when he played golf enthusiast Ty Webb in Harold Ramis's seminal slobs vs. snobs comedy Caddyshack. A rather odd mix of talents, Chase was in danger of being eclipsed by his fellow actors, especially Rodney Dangerfield, Ted Knight, Bill Murray, and a gopher.

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    1 hr
  • Episode 1: Oh! Heavenly Dog (1980)

    Episode 1: Oh! Heavenly Dog (1980)
    Apr 24 2024
    Mark Begley (Wake Up Heavy), Chris Stachiw (The Kulturecast), and Mike White (The Projection Booth) host the Chasing Chevy Chase Podcast! Join us on an exciting journey through the illustrious career of this comedy icon as we explore his groundbreaking roles, behind-the-scenes stories, and timeless contributions to the world of entertainment.

    On our official first episode we're discussing Joe Camp and his Benji Empire which includes the film Oh! Heavenly Dog (1980) in which Chevy plays a private dick who is killed on a case and gets sent back to Earth not as Warren Beatty but Benji the dog. He tries to solve the case of his own murder and continue wooing Jane Seymour.
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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Welcome to the Chasing Chevy Podcast

    Welcome to the Chasing Chevy Podcast
    Mar 3 2024
    Get ready to dive deep into the life, career, and unforgettable moments of the one and only Chevy Chase!

    Join us on an exciting journey through the illustrious career of this comedy icon as we explore his groundbreaking roles, behind-the-scenes stories, and timeless contributions to the world of entertainment.

    Each episode of the "Chasing Chevy Chase podcast" brings you expert analysis, and nostalgic reflections on Chevy Chase's most iconic characters in classic films like "National Lampoon's Vacation," "Caddyshack," and "Fletch."

    Whether you're a die-hard Chevy Chase aficionado or simply curious about the man behind the laughter, "Chasing Chevy Chase" is your go-to podcast for all things Chevy Chase.

    Tune in and join the conversation as we celebrate the life and legacy of a true Hollywood legend.

    Don't miss out! Subscribe now to "Chasing Chevy Chase" wherever you get your podcasts, and let the adventure begin!
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    1 min