In this episode of Put Your Funny Where Your Mouth Is, Vince Carone and Dobie Maxwell pull back the curtain on one of comedy’s most unpredictable challenges - being funny on the radio. Long before podcasts and social clips, comedians relied on morning shows to fill comedy clubs. From chaotic in-studio interviews to live-mic disasters, this episode breaks down what really happens when comics take the airwaves.

Dobie shares war stories from decades in radio, including on-air F-bombs, dump-button lessons, and unforgettable moments with Danny Bonaduce and Man Cow. Vince opens up about his first nerve-racking radio spot, how he learned to “grab the mic” and control the conversation, and why comedians need to master promotion as much as punchlines.

Together they reveal the unwritten rules of radio, the balance between authenticity and professionalism, and the mindset every comic needs when the red light turns on.

Key Points Discussed:

• How radio evolved from a career platform to a promotional tool
• Why comedians must “grab the show” instead of waiting to be led
• Dos and don’ts for radio interviews (mic etiquette, timing, and plugging)
• The real-life chaos of live mics, dump buttons, and FCC slip-ups
• Why showmanship still matters — even on audio
• How to turn radio hits into ticket sales and lifelong fans
• Lessons from legends like Danny Bonaduce, Man Cow, and Paul Harvey

In this early episode of Put Your Funny Where Your Mouth Is, Vince Carone and Dobie Maxwell trade battle scars from the road - comedy war stories that shaped who they are as performers. From nightmare gigs and bad travel to surprise wins and strange audiences, they break down the lessons hidden in every show that goes off the rails.

Vince opens up about bombs that taught him professionalism, the crowds that tested his patience, and how chaos became part of his process. Dobie shares his veteran perspective, weaving in decades of experience, wisdom, and laughter from the toughest stages in America.

This episode is half storytelling, half therapy session, and all comedy - proof that every disaster gig eventually becomes a killer story.

Key Points Discussed:

• Comedy war stories from the road — both brutal and hilarious
• How bombing builds resilience and self-awareness
• The difference between a bad gig and a bad comic
• When to push through and when to walk away
• Lessons learned from decades in the trenches
• How chaos and discomfort make better comics

In this episode of Put Your Funny Where Your Mouth Is, Vince Carone and Dobie Maxwell tackle one of comedy’s most loaded questions: what happens when free speech meets the stage? Using the recent Jimmy Kimmel controversy as a springboard, they dig into the long history of censorship in comedy, from Lenny Bruce getting arrested for obscenity to George Carlin’s infamous “Seven Dirty Words” Supreme Court battle.

But this isn’t just a history lesson. Vince and Dobie share raw personal stories of being censored on the road, from getting banned at clubs to being cut off mid-show, and even losing radio and tour opportunities because of a single joke.

Together, they explore the fine line between freedom of expression and real-world consequences, why some comics thrive by pushing boundaries, and how audiences’ expectations shape what’s acceptable on stage.

Key Points Discussed:

• Why censorship has always existed in comedy, from vaudeville to today
• The impact of Lenny Bruce and George Carlin on free speech in stand-up
• Vince’s stories of getting censored at clubs and shows
• Dobie’s Tuscaloosa story and getting banned from Bob & Tom
• How “dirty,” “clean,” and “filthy” are often audience and venue expectations
• The difference between free speech and freedom from consequences

This episode is part history, part confession, and all comedy, a reminder that every laugh comes with a line, and it’s the comic’s job to find it.