
After 25 years at the Late Night desk, Conan realized that the only people at his holiday party are the men and women who work for him. Over the years and despite thousands of interviews, Conan has never made a real and lasting friendship with any of his celebrity guests. So, he started a podcast to do just that. Deeper, unboundedly playful, and free from FCC regulations, Conan O’Brien Needs a Fri... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 739 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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Conan continues chatting with body mod expert Grace from Bristol to learn about extreme genital modification, body suspension, and more.
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Actor, comedian, and television host Joel McHale feels blank about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.
Joel sits down with Conan once more to discuss solo spousal vacations, adventurous palates, his early days performing theater sports at Pike Place, and ... more
Conan talks to tattoo artist Grace from Bristol about the wide world of body modification from tongue-splitting to belly button removal and beyond.
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Comedian Taylor Tomlinson feels gobsmacked about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.
Taylor sits down with Conan once again to discuss her new book Actually, Nevermind, high school marching band, bipolar II disorder, losing a parent at a young age, and od... more
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Hello gang, Been a big fan of Conan since the late night days and was first introduced to him in his first Simpsons cameo in the Bart gets Famous episode where he tells Bart to “sit perfectly still, only I may dance”. Late night had just started a few months before that and the cameo lead me to staying up late at 11 years old to sneak a watch of Conan on late night as much as I could. My question is whether in a hypothetical scenario where the Simpsons were coming to an end, if Conan would ever ... more
Best interview ever.
Hey Conan,
Longtime listener, first time reviewer. Was listening to your recent episode with Joel McHale, great job and congrats on the new weapon. Please be careful. I’m a born and bred Seattle-lite. Could not let it slide that you called Pike Place Market “PIKES” Place Market, this is a mishap many non-locals say. We get so little recognition in this big world and it really hurts to hear things named incorrectly. Especially from a pseudo PNW member. Liza would probably slap your face from left... more
You guys rehearse?
I’ve been listening to this podcast since day one and it got me through a lot of rough times when I need a laugh or distraction. Having said that, I’m really disappointed with the direction this show has gone and quite honestly, Conan and his staff. For one thing, seems like the show has turned into one big commercial. If you skip through them or pay to go ad-less, the episodes are quite short. Also, the fans online are awful. Their recent fan interview had a lovely woman on who works in body mo... more
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YouTube | #91 |
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The show centers on free‑wlow banter and intimate conversations with high‑profile guests from entertainment, music, and culture. Episodes mix personal origin stories, career milestones, and playful, sometimes irreverent, riffing among Conan and his regulars. Across sessions, listeners get candid anecdotes, behind‑the‑scenes glimpses into show business, and a steady stream of humor-driven moments that mix warmth, curiosity, and sharp wit. A standout is the consistent chemistry among the host trio and guests, plus recurring segments and meta‑humor about the entertainment industry and branding partnerships that feel earned rather than scripted. Those new to the format will likely enjoy fast, genuine conversations that balance depth with lighth... more
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Recent guests on Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend include:
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2. Taylor Tomlinson
3. Peter Tilley
4. Andy Daly
5. Matt Groening
6. Tak Baroyan
7. Liza Powell O'Brien
8. John Cena
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