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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Steve Spiros” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21800 of the collection, and the 187th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Steve Spiros” meme mean?
This meme represents pure unhinged confusion, absurd tangents, or surreal interactions that make zero logical sense. People quote it to describe awkward situations spiraling out of control, incomprehensible rants on social media, or someone completely dodging a straightforward question with surreal nonsense.
Where does the “Steve Spiros” meme come from?
The clip originated from a Toronto street interview conducted by Fashion Studio 7, though the parent broadcast remains unidentified. On June 14, 2012, the YouTube channel alfashion uploaded the footage under the title “Man Goes Crazy Rips off Shirt During Street Interview”. During the exchange, the man claims his name is Steve Spiros, calls himself easygoing, announces he is nobody, and rips his shirt off while rambling about the Boogeyman and vampires in Waterloo. His real name has never been confirmed. The recording later gained massive traction on Reddit, getting posted to r/videos on July 17, 2017, and later to r/PublicFreakout on March 8, 2023. A dedicated subreddit, r/stevespiros, was created on March 4, 2021. The meme received another surge in cultural relevance after his phrase about Waterloo was referenced by Jim Balsillie in the movie BlackBerry.
- June 14, 2012Original street interview video uploaded to YouTube by channel alfashion.
- July 17, 2017Clip gains widespread popularity after appearing on r/videos.
- March 4, 2021The dedicated subreddit r/stevespiros is officially founded.
- March 8, 2023Resurgence in virality following a submission to r/PublicFreakout.
How to use the “Steve Spiros” meme
- Quoting his line about Waterloo vampires when an online discussion turns completely chaotic.
- Replying with his statement about being easygoing right before losing composure.
- Using the clip to describe encountering unexpected eccentrics in public spaces.
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The “Steve Spiros” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21800 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 63/100 · #187 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Steve Spiros” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Steve Spiros comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the real Steve Spiros?
His true identity remains unconfirmed to this day. Steve Spiros was merely the alias he provided during the public interview.
What is the Waterloo vampire quote?
He unexpectedly told the interviewer: “I’m going back to Waterloo where the vampires hang out”, a surreal line whose true meaning is unknown.
What movie referenced Steve Spiros?
The biographical drama BlackBerry incorporated his famous Waterloo line into dialogue delivered by Jim Balsillie.
How do I get the Steve Spiros meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Steve Spiros” is a common card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Steve Spiros card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: knowyourmeme.com · memes · steve-spirosSteve Spiros - Know Your Meme · This man delivers the greatest street interview of all time · How far have you all gone in your search for Steve Spiros and what have you turned up? · checked on October 15, 2026.
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