Stavvy's World #131 - Steph Tolev
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Jun 2, 2025 Steph Tolev, a Canadian-Bulgarian comedian known for her Netflix special 'Filth Queen', shares her journey from a sketchy Toronto upbringing to hosting the AVN Awards. She discusses her experiences filming 'Tires' and her weight loss journey with humor and honesty. The duo explores relationship dynamics, answering callers about marriage pressures and intimacy. With a comedic take on cultural heritage and body image, Steph blends laughter with insightful reflections on life, love, and growing up in a diverse background.
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Steph’s Gritty Bulgarian Church Experience
- Steph Tolev reflected on her experience growing up around a Bulgarian church in rough Toronto neighborhoods, where even churchgoers had to react to gunfire.
- This gave a gritty context to her upbringing and cultural identity.
Steph's AVN Awards Hosting Story
- Steph Tolev shared her experience hosting the AVN Awards, where she won over the crowd by making fun of herself and the male performers instead of mocking them harshly.
- Her humor was appreciated because it was inclusive, supportive, and avoided misogyny common in jokes about the industry.
Steph’s Childhood Death Fear
- Since childhood, Steph Tolev has been terrified of death, waking up crying over it regularly.
- This fear has been a persistent, invasive force despite therapy attempts.