The Gist Funny You Should Mention: Steph Tolev
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Oct 10, 2025 Stand-up comedian Steph Tolev, creator of the Netflix special 'Filth Queen' and the podcast 'Steph Infection', dives into the world of boundary-pushing humor and the Canadian comedy scene. She discusses the smart side of gross comedy, how viral crowd work can reshape careers, and shares a wild story from her podcast about a woman using raw chicken to fake a pregnancy. Steph also reflects on the challenges of performing with physical ailments and the impact of Bill Burr’s support on her journey. Prepare for laughs and thoughtful insights!
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Filth Lives In The Body, Not Just Sex
- Steph distinguishes body filth from sexual filth and sees physical harm/choking as the boundary of 'filthy' for many.
- She frames much of her material as bodily, not merely sexual, which broadens its comic reach.
Crowd Work Uncovers Wild Confessions
- During crowd work a mother admitted photographing her son's asshole for his OnlyFans and described prepping him for photos.
- Steph emphasized she never asked for this; people volunteer shockingly intimate details during crowd work.
Threatening Landlord During Crowd Work
- A landlord in Milwaukee threatened Steph, claiming he had 'two guns' which led to security locking doors and Steph hiding in the green room.
- She defused the crowd, got boos for him, and left early for safety when the threat felt real.