Episode 27: How to Play the Comedy Game…and WIN!

In this episode of Put Your Funny Where Your Mouth Is, Vince Carone and Dobie Maxwell break down what it really takes to succeed behind the scenes in comedy—from the green room to the booker's inbox.

You can crush your set… and still never get invited back. Why? Because talent alone isn't enough. This episode unpacks the unspoken rules of the business, how to build (or blow) relationships, and how to navigate the politics of comedy without losing your soul.

Vince and Dobie share real stories of comics who won—and others who self-sabotaged—based not on talent, but on how they played the game.

Key Points Discussed:

• What “comedy politics” really means

• How to handle egos, green rooms, and comedy condos

• The difference between professionalism and being a kiss-ass

• How bookers, staff, and other comics impact your career
• Real stories of mistakes, missed chances, and big wins

Whether you’re just starting out in comedy or years deep into Whether you're just starting out or have years behind the mic, this episode is your cheat code to playing the long game—and winning it.

Tune in now and learn how to master the moves that matter.