Smit happens.

Before doing stand-up comedy, Santa Rosa native Cody Smit started out as a rapper under the stage name, C-Smitty.  After realizing he was tone-deaf and possessed no rhythm, he gave up on his dreams of becoming a white rapper and took to stand-up comedy. His first gig 

was at a slam poetry open mic and consisted of him jotting down jokes about an ex-girlfriend on a bar napkin. His would-be set quickly escalated into a dreary tirade about her infidelity. Before he knew it, Smit was producing and hosting comedy shows throughout Sonoma County. At 22 years old, Smit learned the art of what it truly means to bomb on stage in the preliminary rounds of the San Francisco International Comedy Competition. From that day forward, he vowed to never do the same.

Smit, a well-regarded figure in the Bay Area comedy scene, is a regular at the world famous San Francisco Punch Line. He frequently graces prominent venues like Cobb’s Comedy Club and Sacramento Punch Line. As a foundational pillar of Smit Show Comedy, he’s not only solidified his reputation in the North Bay, but has also remarkably cultivated a favorite comedy production in the region. With a knack for generating laughs alongside comedians from around the world, including notable names like Chris Distefano, Big Jay Oakerson, Godfrey and Eddie Pepitone, Smit ensures his performances resonate through insightful commentary and skillful crowd work. His self-deprecating humor is not only a signature style but also a bridge to connect authentically with his audiences.

Beyond the stage, Smit extends his influence as a spirited advocate for red heads, fervently spotlighting and challenging the everyday prejudices they encounter. Esteeming himself as leader and spokesperson for their social movement, his advocacy intertwines seamlessly with his comedic endeavors, rendering him a unique and impactful voice in the stand-up community.