Brandon Scheuring | Arizona Poet, Performer & Professional Dad-Joke Enthusiast
Brandon Scheuring is an Arizona poet, spoken word performer, and writer whose work blends pathos and punchlines in equal measure. Based in the Phoenix poetry scene, Brandon explores the human condition by finding connections in places most people would never think to look: Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs meets Drake’s “Started From the Bottom.” The Gettysburg Address meets “thank u, next.” And don’t even get him started on Kidz Bop.
Some call his writing full of “dad jokes.” He just calls them “jokes.”
A Champion in the Arizona Poetry Scene
Brandon is a Sedona Poetry Slam Champion and a Write Club Phoenix Champion, known for performances that balance heartfelt storytelling with sharp comedic timing. He has appeared as a finalist at Ghost Poetry Show and competed in Body Slam, while also delivering featured sets at Fiddler’s Dream and Phx Poetry Slam by B-Jam’s Open Mic.
A recognizable voice in Arizona spoken word, Brandon has hosted writing sessions, poetry slams, and showcases throughout the Valley. He has also served as a guest speaker for high school students, sharing insights on writing, performance, and how to responsibly deploy a dad joke in the wild.
Writing Style & Themes
Brandon’s poetry combines humor and vulnerability, examining identity, ambition, insecurity, relationships, and pop culture through a uniquely layered lens. His work often juxtaposes classical rhetoric, self-help theory, and Top 40 lyrics—reminding audiences that profound truth and playful absurdity can share the same stage.
His writing style resonates with fans of contemporary spoken word poetry, comedic performance poetry, and accessible literary storytelling. Whether performing at a Phoenix open mic or headlining an Arizona slam stage, Brandon’s pieces invite audiences to laugh first—and then feel something deeper a beat later.
Upcoming Book: Writer’s Glock (2026)
Brandon’s debut book, Writer’s Glock, is slated for release (fingers crossed) in 2026. Described by the author as “Green Eggs and Ham meets The Giving Tree,” the collection promises wit, warmth, and just enough existential reflection to keep things interesting.
For fans of Arizona poetry, Phoenix spoken word, and performances that balance heart and humor, Brandon Scheuring is a voice worth watching—and listening to.