You Made It Weird with Pete Holmes Steph Tolev
Aug 6, 2025
Comedian Steph Tolev, known for her Netflix special 'Filth Queen', joins for a lively and humorous chat. They discuss the quirky side of branding and joking about health trends like urine consumption, blending absurdity with insightful commentary. Tolev shares her experiences navigating comedy in a male-dominated space and reflects on the complexities of women's objectification. The conversation also humorously touches on aging, the struggles of modern travel, and the healing power of laughter, making for an entertaining and relatable exchange.
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Porn Piracy Paradox
- Pornography is paradoxically one of the most pirated forms of media despite being a full cinematic production.
- Adult performers struggle with lack of legal protection against piracy while billions are made by platform owners.
Hosting Porn Awards Experience
- Steph Tolev hosted the AVN Porn Awards and observed the supportive and positive community among porn performers.
- The porn stars she met were friendly and chill, challenging common negative stereotypes.
The Power of Personal Strut
- Having something to strut or celebrate builds confidence and vitality in people.
- This positive expression can reduce negativity, like online trolling, by helping people feel special and desirable.