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Put Your FUNNY Where Your Mouth Is!

Put Your FUNNY Where Your Mouth Is!

By: Vince Carone and Dobie Maxwell
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Welcome to Put Your FUNNY Where Your Mouth Is! — the podcast where veteran comedians Vince Carone and Dobie Maxwell break down the craft, the hustle, and the occasional chaos of the comedy world. With decades of experience, these two stand-up powerhouses don’t just crack jokes—they dissect the science behind them. Every episode takes you behind the curtain to reveal what it really takes to be funny, whether you’re on stage, in the boardroom, or just trying to survive another soul-crushing Monday morning. From pushing the boundaries of taboo topics to delivering hard-earned advice for public speakers and aspiring comedians, Vince and Dobie tackle the art of humor head-on. This show isn’t just about getting laughs—it’s about understanding what makes people laugh, mastering audience connection, and knowing when to take risks with your delivery. If you’re a comedy nerd, an up-and-coming stand-up, or a corporate speaker looking to sharpen your funny bone, Put Your FUNNY Where Your Mouth Is! will keep you laughing, learning, and ready to take on any stage.Vince Carone and Dobie Maxwell
Episodes
  • Episode 42: Vince's Gambling Addiction - Part 1 (Epic-sode)
    Jul 4 2025

    In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Put Your Funny Where Your Mouth Is, Vince Carone opens up about his years-long battle with gambling addiction. From childhood trips to Las Vegas to high-stakes blackjack tables as an adult, Vince walks us through the early seeds of his obsession, the thrill of the win, and the crushing weight of the loss.

    Alongside co-host Dobie Maxwell, the duo balances heartfelt honesty with humor, showing how addiction can take hold when you least expect it—and how it weaves its way into careers, relationships, and identity. Vince shares vivid stories, from winning $13,500 at a Vegas table to giving half of it back in the same night, revealing how the illusion of control fuels the cycle.

    Key Points Discussed:

      • How Vince’s family trips to Vegas and childhood games planted the early seeds of gambling
      • The emotional highs of winning—and the psychological spiral of chasing losses

      • Why addiction often hides behind “fun” until it takes over

      • The role of control, ego, and rationalization in fueling the behavior

      • The moment Vince started to realize he had a problem—and the early steps toward recovery


      This is part one of a two-part series where laughter, vulnerability, and life collide. Whether you’ve battled demons of your own or just want a peek behind the curtain, this conversation reminds us that every high has a cost—and that help is always possible.


      Leave us a comment with your thoughts or your story.

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Episode 41: The Comedy Grind - What It Really Takes
    Jun 27 2025

    In this episode of Put Your Funny Where Your Mouth Is, Vince Carone walks us through one of the most humbling and revealing moments of his career: flying to Nashville for a Monday night new material show—just to audition at a club in the same chain he already headlines in Chicago. It’s a story of emails ignored, nerves rising, and the quiet power of networking that speaks louder than a setlist.

    Joined by Dobie Maxwell, the two comics unpack the true cost of being funny for a living—why the grind never stops, what’s changed in comedy booking, and how professionalism, perseverance, and likability matter more than ever. From being vouched for in a greenroom to mentoring the next generation, this episode reminds us that the real climb in comedy isn’t always the one audiences see.

    Key Points Discussed:

    • Why Vince had to “audition” at Zanies Nashville despite headlining elsewhere
    • How networking and humility created a cascade of support before he even stepped on stage
    • Dobie’s origin story with Dale Jones—and why a small favor changed a comic’s life
    • The evolution of the comedy business: then vs. now
    • Why “funny enough” isn’t enough anymore—and what matters more
    • The role of sales, social skills, and likability in the modern comedy scene
    • How mentorship works in both directions—when a 24-year-old comic helps a 42-year-old vet
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    48 mins
  • Episode 40: What Happens After You Record a Comedy Special
    Jun 20 2025

    In this episode of Put Your Funny Where Your Mouth Is, Vince Carone sits down just one week after recording his brand-new comedy special, It’s Not All Peaches, at Brad Garrett’s Club in Las Vegas.

    With the lights off, the cameras packed up, and the adrenaline wearing off, Vince reflects on the whirlwind leading up to the special—and what happens once the big moment is over. Joined by Dobie Maxwell, the two break down the emotional whiplash of finishing a major creative project.

    They get honest about the vulnerability of performing personal material, the temptation to immediately pick everything apart, and why letting go of perfection might be the real win.

    Key Points Discussed:

    • What Vince felt walking off stage after filming the special
    • The mental come-down after a massive creative high
    • The pressure of doing "perfect shows" all week before the recording
    • Why the final performance still surprised him
      • How artists process big milestones—and what's next after the tape stops rolling


      Whether you're a performer, speaker, or anyone who’s ever put everything into a big moment, this episode is your backstage pass to what comes after the standing ovation.

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    1 hr and 5 mins
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