Brooks Whelan is an American stand-up comedian, writer, and actor best known for his time as a cast member on Saturday Night Live during the 2013–2014 season. Prior to joining SNL, he worked as a biomedical engineer while performing stand-up, a background that often informs his observational and autobiographical comedy. Whelan has released stand-up specials including This Is Cool, Right?, and has appeared on shows like Conan and Late Night with Seth Meyers. He also hosts the podcast Entry Level, where he interviews guests about their early jobs and paths to creative careers.