In this episode of Put Your Funny Where Your Mouth Is, Dobie Maxwell takes us inside a full week working the comedy scene in Reno, The Biggest Little City in the World. From smoky casinos to unpredictable crowds, Dobie paints a vivid picture of what life on the road is really like for a veteran comic.

Vince Carone plays the perfect wingman, steering the conversation through tales of travel headaches, room quirks, and the unique energy of Reno’s entertainment crowd. Along the way, the two share laughs, war stories, and nuggets of truth about why comics keep chasing the stage, no matter how far from home it takes them.

Whether you’ve never been to Reno or you’ve got slot machine receipts in your pocket, this episode will make you feel like you’re riding shotgun on the trip.

Key Points Discussed:

• The travel grind and what makes Reno different from other comedy markets
• Dobie’s stories from a week of casino shows
• How audiences in a gambling town can surprise you
• The balancing act between comedy, the road, and downtime
• Why working veteran comics still chase the thrill of the next show

In this episode of Put Your Funny Where Your Mouth Is, Vince Carone and Dobie Maxwell pay tribute to the larger-than-life legend: Hulk Hogan, after news of his passing. But this isn’t just a tribute episode. It’s a heartfelt and hilarious look at how one spandex-wearing, mustache-rocking, catchphrase-slinging icon defined an entire generation’s idea of strength, charisma, and ridiculous entertainment.

Vince opens up about growing up during the peak of Hulkamania—and how his over-the-top energy as a comic today might just trace back to ripping a shirt in front of the mirror as a kid. Dobie brings the old-school lens of wrestling's early days, sharing how Hulk transformed a gritty, niche circuit into global pop culture.

While Hogan’s legacy isn’t without controversy, what he represented to millions of kids in the '80s and '90s, including us, was something bigger than the man himself. In this episode, we celebrate, mourn, and roast our hero with love, gratitude, and just enough absurdity to do the man justice. This one’s for the little Hulkamaniac in all of us.

Key Points Discussed:

• How Hulk Hogan shaped Vince’s childhood identity and performance style
• Dobie’s take on wrestling before it became mainstream
• The impact of Hogan as a cultural icon—not just a wrestler
• How losing a childhood hero hits differently as an adult
• The link between early heroes and comedic persona
• Stories about over-the-top wrestling promos, fan culture, and idol worship
• Why absurdity and greatness often go hand in hand

In this episode of Put Your Funny Where Your Mouth Is, Vince Carone and Dobie Maxwell break down what happens when a comic gets double booked—and pushed to the side. Vince shares a story where he was brought in to a show, only to find himself quietly replaced in the lineup. What followed was a masterclass in ego management, professionalism, and the unspoken rules of comedy hierarchy.

Together, the two comics dissect why these moments sting so hard, what club owners and bookers don’t always say, and how to walk the line between humility and self-worth. It’s a conversation every working comic will understand—and every comedy fan needs to hear.

Key Points Discussed:

• What it feels like to be double-booked without warning

• How ego and expectations clash in real-world bookings
• The unspoken power dynamics of club lineups
• Why comics need to separate business decisions from personal value
• Dobie’s philosophy: the check clears either way
• Vince’s realization: it’s about respect, not just time slots