Louisiana comedian Theo Von will reign when the 2027 Bacchus Carnival parade rolls on Feb. 7 along the St. Charles Avenue route.
Von, a podcaster known for his Southern-inflected humor, is a native of Covington. His podcast “This Past Weekend” has grown in popularity as he has developed a reputation for his eccentric storytelling and his wide range of guests. Last year, Von was featured on the 2025 TIME100 Creators List, celebrating “the most influential digital voices.”
Von’s interviews have ranged from working-class people recounting their daily lives to some of the most influential politicians, such as President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders. He’s also hosted major Hollywood celebrities, including Timothée Chalamet and Chris Hemsworth…