Theo Von, born Theodor Capitani von Kurnatowski III on March 19, 1980, in Covington, Louisiana, is an American stand-up comedian, podcaster, and actor
. He is known for hosting the popular podcast This Past Weekend , which is one of the top comedy podcasts with millions of monthly listeners
. Von grew up in Louisiana in what he calls the "stray animal belt" and was legally emancipated at age 14
. He started his entertainment career appearing on MTV reality shows such as Road Rules: Maximum Velocity Tour and The Challenge in the early 2000s
. He later gained recognition through comedy specials on Netflix, including No Offense (2016) and Regular People (2021), and appearances on various TV shows and podcasts
. His podcast This Past Weekend , launched in 2016, features longform interviews and storytelling, and has been described as part of the "manosphere," appealing mainly to a younger male audience with a style that blends humor and candid discussion on various topics
. Von is also noted for his openness about his struggles with addiction and recovery
. In addition to comedy and podcasting, Theo Von has acted in projects like Inside Amy Schumer and the film The Tomorrow War , and has hosted shows such as TBS's hidden camera series Deal With It
. He has a diverse heritage, describing himself as Polish-Nicaraguan, with family roots that include Polish nobility and Nicaraguan ancestry
. Von attended several universities and earned an undergraduate degree in Urban Planning from the University of New Orleans in 2011
. Overall, Theo Von is a multifaceted entertainer known for his distinctive comedic voice, podcasting success, and engagement with contemporary cultural themes
