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Episode 8: Where Do You Get Your Material?

   CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE In the latest episode of  Put Your Funny Where Your Mouth Is ,  Dobie Maxwell  and I ( Vince Carone ) take on one of the questions every comedian gets: “Where do you get your material?” If you’ve ever wondered how we turn the quirks of daily life into laughs on stage, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the journey from observation to punchline. Everyday Life: Mining the Ordinary for Laughs It may sound simple, but some of the best material comes from the ordinary moments that people overlook. We talk about how comedians see the world a bit differently, always watching and listening for situations, reactions, or phrases that might inspire a joke. As Dobie likes to put it, there’s comedy gold in the half-witted moments of daily life—if you know how to find it. Rants, Raves, and the Power of Frustration For me, a lot of my comedy comes from life’s annoyances, frustrations, and things that just don’t make sense. Rants are my comedic “

Episode 7: Working With Celebrities - Part 1

  CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE In the latest episode of  Put Your Funny Where Your Mouth Is ,  Dobie Maxwell  and I ( Vince Carone ) and I share one of the most important lessons we’ve learned over the years is that, at the end of the day, celebrities are people too. It might sound simple, but when fans or even fellow performers get starstruck, it’s easy to forget. We share stories about how approaching famous comedians as equals and keeping things authentic have led to some of our best interactions on the road. Remember: the most respectful way to connect with someone famous is to approach them as a person first, fan second. The Power of Humility: Billy Gardell’s Generosity Working with Billy Gardell, the star of Mike & Molly and stand-up veteran, left a lasting impression on both of us. Not only is Billy hilarious on stage, but he’s also one of the kindest, most humble people you’ll meet in the business. In the episode, we talk about how Billy’s generosity and down-to-ea