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Episode 36: Comedy Myths: What’s True, What’s Total BS

Episode 36: Comedy Myths: What’s True, What’s Total BS

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In this episode of Put Your Funny Where Your Mouth Is, Vince Carone and Dobie Maxwell become your comedy Mythbusters—tearing down the most stubborn beliefs about stand-up with honesty, grit, and a lot of laughs.

From the myth that "hecklers make you stronger" to the idea that "if you're funny with friends, you'll kill on stage," they expose what’s real, what’s romanticized, and what will actually make you better.

Vince opens up about his early days working free gigs at a roadhouse basement. Dobie reflects on his time as a ball boy for the Milwaukee Bucks—and how it indirectly led to a paid Christmas gig for a future billionaire. There are twists, truth bombs, and one unforgettable story about OJ getting arrested in Vegas while Vince was vacationing with his mom.


Key Points Discussed:

  • Why bombing can help—but only if you want to get better
  • Why crowd work is not cheating—but isn’t the full act either
  • Why being funny off-stage doesn’t mean you’re ready for the mic
  • Whether comics really need to move to New York or LA
  • The truth about clean vs. dirty comedy—and how to own your lane
  • Why “the funniest comics get booked” might be the biggest myth of all

  • This episode is packed with truth, laughter, and hard-earned lessons. Whether you’re an aspiring comic, a working pro, or just a fan of what really happens behind the curtain—this one’s for you.
    #PutYourFunnyPodcast #ComedyTruths #ComedyMyths #StandUpReality #HowToBeFunny

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