Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend

Conan speaks to Gualter from Portugal about working as a tailor and what kind of suit he would make for Conan. Wanna get a chance to talk to Conan? Submit here: TeamCoco.com/CallConan

Actress and comedian Maria Bamford feels excited about being Conan O’Brien’s friend (if he needs her friendship). Maria sits down with Conan to discuss her new book Sure, I’ll Join Your Cult: A Memoir of Mental Illness and the Quest to Belong Anywhere, the compulsion to consider everything and to share everything, being trained in the Suzuki method of violin, and the roadblocks of getting treatment for an eating disorder. Plus, Conan and his team celebrate the 30 year anniversary of his debut on Late Night. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (669) 587-2847. This episode was recorded on 8/8/2023.

Conan chats with Rene from the Netherlands about designing custom bicycles, horse riding underwear, and Conan’s favorite biking trails. Wanna get a chance to talk to Conan? Submit here: TeamCoco.com/CallConan

Comedian Cedric the Entertainer feels short, indifferent, sometimes angry about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Cedric sits down with Conan to discuss working as a State Farm claims adjuster, how Steve Harvey helped launch his career, the human message behind The Neighborhood, and his new novel Flipping Boxcars. Plus, Conan and his team provide tips on getting a voicemail through to the show. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (669) 587-2847. This episode was recorded on 8/10/2023.

Conan chats with Kayla about their several chance encounters and to see if he can help her expedite her new passport.

Legendary hip-hop musician Questlove feels fine with being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Questlove sits down with Conan to discuss his classical musical training, the improbable genesis of The Roots, how they “pulled a Hendrix” to come out on top, and curating experimental playlists for high-profile friends. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. This episode was recorded on 6/20/23.

On the Summer S'mores finale, Conan expresses his deep and profound shame at his own indulgence around the campfire.

Actor Liam Neeson feels like he wants to sing, but also a bit nervous about being friends with Conan O’Brien. Liam sits down with Conan to discuss his real-life set of particular skills, working at the Guinness plant, and his personal litmus test when reading a script for the first time. Later, David Hopping gives a first-hand report from the Taylor Swift concert. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. This episode was recorded on 6/16/23.

The wheels begin to fall off as Conan and the Chill Chums eat their own pizza faces and roast dessert bananas.

Martin Short feels duped about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Steve Martin feels sad about being Conan O’Brien’s only friend. Martin and Steve sit down to talk with Conan about his cameo appearance in their live show, season 3 of Only Murders in the Building, the origin of their working partnership, and run-ins with Elvis and Frank Sinatra. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. This episode was recorded on 5/17/2023.

Conan and the Chill Chums take a moment to appreciate a pizza art gallery featuring their likenesses.

John Mulaney feels [redacted] about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. John and Conan sit down to discuss the mystery of how art gets financed, seeking attention as kids, and early morning wiffle ball games with his son. Plus, Conan finally delivers on his long-awaited gift for Matt Gourley’s birthday. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. This episode was recorded on 8/7/2023.

Conan and the Chill Chums get a hands on lesson in pizza crafting from their Solo Stove representatives.

Actor Matthew Rhys feels equal parts confused and terrified about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Matthew sits down with Conan once more to discuss competing for the role of James Bond, riding vintage motorcycles on Perry Mason, purchasing and restoring a 1939 Wheeler Playmate antique wooden boat, and more. Plus, Conan recalls the time Andy Richter stepped up to help out with a dental procedure. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. This episode was recorded on 5/15/23.

Conan shares memories of the great Paul Reubens before revisiting their interview on the podcast. Original episode release date: March 9, 2020

Conan and the Chill Chums take in breathtaking views, enjoy a seasonal beverage, and rate each other’s fashion choices on another Summer S’mores special.

Comedian Roy Wood Jr. feels thankful about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Roy sits down with Conan to discuss tailoring an effective set for the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, honing crowd work during sports practice, and the changing landscape of informational media. Plus, the competitive energy heightens as Conan, Matt, and Sona compare the relative popularity of their eponymous sandwiches. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. This episode was recorded on 5/15/23.

Conan and the Chill Chums plan out the rest of their summer by deciding their hypothetical last meals on a Summer S’mores special.

Talking Heads frontman David Byrne feels carefree and buoyant about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. David sits down with Conan to discuss his Scottish heritage, the inspiration for the iconic oversized suit, and telling the story of Filipino First Lady Imelda Marcos in his new Broadway musical Here Lies Love. Plus, Matt Gourley shares his training regimen as he prepares to return to the soccer pitch. This episode was recorded on 5/11/23. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com.

Conan talks to boxing instructor Terri from Atlanta about fight promotion and working as an undercover police officer before running through a practice drug sting.

Conan sits down with Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins for a conversation about navigating the changing music industry over a 35 year career and the songs that inspired him. Follow along with the full list of songs here: Wish You Were Here (Pink Floyd) Fade to Black (Metallica) Love Will Tear Us Apart (Joy Division)

Comedian and actor Patton Oswalt feels radiant about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Patton sits down with Conan once more to discuss the impending takeover of AI, why spectacle doesn’t equal interesting, and his debut comic series Minor Threats. Later, Conan gets grilled over his excuses for why his birthday gift for Matt Gourley never arrived. Find the Slipnutz sketch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fj-VQTiO0Sw This episode was recorded on 5/31/23. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com.

Conan chats with Greg in Kildare about playing the bassoon in a symphony orchestra.

Anchor Jake Tapper feels ironic about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Jake returns for another conversation with Conan about the colorful characters of 1977 explored in his new book All The Demons Are Here, why people follow demagogues, and handling constant exposure to the news each and every day. Later, Conan has a hypothetical conversation sharing his likes with his father.

Conan talks to Dave from Galway about life as a working musician and how Conan might manage to win over his wife.

Actor Harrison Ford feels confused about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Harrison sits down with Conan to discuss nearly changing his name in the early days of his career, smashing the Lego Millennium Falcon on one of his many Conan appearances, and the upcoming release of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. Plus, Sona asks Conan for tips in preparing her speech as the 2023 Mt SAC Alumnus of the Year. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com.

Conan talks to Henry from County Donegal about working as a local tour guide and tips for being taken seriously in everyday life.

Sir Paul McCartney feels wildly elated about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Paul and Conan sit down for a live conversation about the incredible photographs chronicling The Beatles’ first transatlantic trip featured in Paul’s new book 1964: Eyes of the Storm.

Conan chats with Sebastian from Buenos Aires about painting for rock stars, being good looking men, and what would give Conan away in Argentina.

Singer Kelly Clarkson feels honored and super cheesy about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Kelly sits down with Conan to talk about all the odd jobs she worked prior to her singing career, the uncertain early days of American Idol, getting personal with her 10th studio album Chemistry, and collaborating with Steve Martin. Plus, Conan takes audience questions about his new Max series Conan O’Brien Must Go, the whereabouts of Jordan Schlansky, the future of the Chill Chums, and more. Presented by T-Mobile. It’s better over here T-Mobile.com/seewhy For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com.

Comedian Eric Andre feels moist about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Eric sits down with Conan to discuss the upcoming sixth season of The Eric Andre Show, pranks that have gone awry, and why you just can’t be ripped as a comedian. Later, Conan primes his team for a notable upcoming potential guest. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com.

Conan speaks with Gaew from Buriram about his family racing enterprise, working for a factory team, and stepping out of his brother’s shadow.

Actress Claire Danes feels decidedly giddy about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Claire sits down with Conan to discuss how an early interest in mimicry sparked a prolific lifelong career in the industry, throwing costume parties in her bachelorette pad, and the most emotionally striking scene from Fleishman Is In Trouble. Later, Matt Gourley opens the floodgates of rhyming reviews as the team Reviews the Reviewers. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com.

Conan talks to Matias from Buenos Aires about his long-running news radio show entering its 11th season.

On the thrilling finale of The Lost Hans and Franz Movie, Hans, Franz, and Arnold discover the true face behind the evil girlyman plot. Plus, remembering other SNL inspired movie scripts that never made the cut.

Actor, writer, and director Sharon Horgan feels exhausted about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Sharon sits down with Conan to discuss winning a BAFTA for Bad Sisters, grade school confessional galas, starting from scratch, and her process for writing believable characters. Later, Conan cautions his team against the perils of having specialty dishes named after them. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com.

Conan chats with Whitney from Thailand about working in HR for the UN and specific tips for Conan should he ever attempt to rock climb.

Hans and Franz must race to solve the girlynappings before it’s too late in the third part of The Lost Hans and Franz Movie. Plus, Conan and the cast discuss how they planned to snag the long list of guest stars intended for the film.

Comedian and actor Sebastian Maniscalco feels honored about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Sebastian sits down with Conan to talk about the terror of reading to children, the hardest venues in which to perform comedy, and casting Robert De Niro as his dad in his new film About My Father. Plus, Conan shares the story of getting gerbil’d in public for the first time.

Conan talks to Eugenia in Córdoba, Argentina about learning English from television and living a loner’s lifestyle in a mountain town.

On the second installment of the Lost Hans and Franz Movie, Hans and Franz continue their quest with the help of their famous cousin Arnold Schwarzenegger. Plus, Conan, Dana, Kevin and Robert share true memories of personal Arnold encounters.

Actor, writer, and director Bill Hader feels tired about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Bill returns to chat with Conan once more about his favorite bits to do at parties, the timelessness of quality storytelling, and writing Barry backwards from its narrative conclusion. Later, Conan celebrates Matt Gourley’s birthday by exposing shocking details from his own lurid past. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com.

Conan chats with Youssef from Egypt about voice acting, living outside the city, and being Christian in a predominantly Muslim country.

Conan is joined by Dana Carvey, Kevin Nealon, and Robert Smigel along with the Team Coco staff to perform selections from the unproduced screenplay for Hans and Franz: The Girlyman Dilemma, more than 30 years after its original conception. Hear them now and believe them later - this script is going to PUMP YOU UP!

Actor Javier Bardem feels scared about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Javier sits down with Conan to talk about reinventing the Bond villain, playing with the threat of violence in No Country For Old Men, learning English from AC/DC, and portraying King Triton in the live action adaptation of The Little Mermaid. Plus, Conan’s team voices collective upset at being pod-blocked from great guests. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com.

Conan speaks with fish farmer Kai from Norway about the fun games he plays while out at sea, living in a town of 50 people, and how Conan would fare on the open ocean.

Comedian and author Steven Wright feels anxious about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Steven sits down with Conan to talk about honing his trademark deadpan humor, debuting on Johnny Carson, and pouring everything he thinks about being alive into his new novel Harold. Plus, Conan tries to make Matt Gourley jealous with an in-person visit to an iconic James Bond filming location. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com.

Conan talks to David from Colombia about working in a dangerous profession, death metal, and fun facts about his home country.

Actor, writer, and producer Charlie Day feels euphoric about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Charlie sits down with Conan to chat about his Rhode Island upbringing, committing himself to absurdity on It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and satirizing Hollywood in his new film Fool’s Paradise. Later, Conan reassures a listener with fears about the threat Conan poses to his marriage. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com.

Conan chats with Florencia in Argentina about guided yoga and the local specialty cuisine.

Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich feels psyched about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Lars sits down with Conan to discuss Metallica’s 11th studio album 72 Seasons, playing every continent on Earth (including Antarctica), and the synchronicity of drumming and tennis. Plus, Conan takes the recent baseball rules change as an opportunity to issue his own improvements on America’s favorite pastime.

Conan chats with Kassem from Beirut about workplace romances, boxing, and his worst fear.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus feels not much about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Julia sits down with Conan once more to discuss the inspiration for her podcast Wiser Than Me, discovering her comedic talents in a grade school play, and the importance of constantly trying new things. Later, Conan confronts his impending milestone 60th birthday.

Conan talks to Dee in Singapore about working as a hair stylist, dating, and Conan’s long lost leather jacket.

Al Franken feels privileged about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Al sits down with Conan once more to discuss why you can’t be funny in Washington, getting his parents cut from SNL, and The Only Former U.S. Senator Currently On Tour Tour. Later, Conan attempts to extract an apology from Sona.

Conan chats with Tara in Bangkok about working as a university lecturer and how Conan helped her find love.

Actor and filmmaker Zach Braff feels so honored about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Zach sits down with Conan to discuss his complicated Jewish upbringing, meeting his real-life best friend Donald Faison on Scrubs, and his new film A Good Person. Later, Matt and Sona recap running afoul of the law while recording an episode of Mallwalkin’.

Conan speaks with Jarle from Bergen, Norway about his musical duo and the wide range of regional dialects in Norway.

Billie Eilish and FINNEAS feel really excited and dubious, respectively, about being Conan O’Brien’s friends. Billie and FINNEAS sit down with Conan to discuss skyrocketing to worldwide fame at an early age, growing up seeing themselves all over the internet, favorite instruments, and their documentary Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry. Later, Adam Sachs stops by to drop some info about Gourley’s new high-concept podcast.

Conan talks to Waleson from São Paulo about working as a translator and Conan’s favorite controversial historical figure.

Musician Chris Martin feels really great about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Chris sits down with Conan to discuss the voices that encouraged him, the improbable story of finding drummer Will Champion, using SubPacs to make Coldplay concerts more accessible, and more. Plus, Conan responds to a curious listener’s voicemail about his “sock game.”

Conan chats with Avril in Dublin about working in reality tv, the typical Irish dating app experience, and how Conan would market himself for online dating.

Neil Young sits down for a special conversation with Conan about the songs that inspired him. Follow along with the full list of songs here: Four Strong Winds (Ian & Sylvia) The Wayward Wind (Gogi Grant) Baby, What You Want Me to Do (Jimmy Reed) Ballad of a Teenage Queen (Johnny Cash) Bob-A-Lena (Ronnie Self)

Musician and author Michelle Zauner feels elated about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Michelle sits down with Conan to talk about her book Crying in H Mart, the impact her relationship with her mother had on her career and the success of her band Japanese Breakfast, drawing inspiration from video game music, and more. Later, Conan reviews fan-submitted drag name suggestions.

Conan talks to Josh in Cape Town, South Africa about working on impact games and his history as an auctioneer.

Singer-songwriter Norah Jones feels ecstatic about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Norah sits down with Conan to discuss her podcast Norah Jones Is Playing Along, collaborating with Ray Charles and Willie Nelson, serendipitous run-ins, and more. Plus, Conan responds to a voicemail with a state senator’s official invitation to the USS Sequoia.

Conan talks with Bruno in Madrid about working as an airline pilot and tips for giving alarming news from the cockpit.

Actress Elizabeth Banks feels cautiously optimistic about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Elizabeth sits down with Conan to chat about standing up to her childhood bullies, communion, and mixing horror and comedy in her new film Cocaine Bear. Plus, a Neil Diamond song takes Conan on a trip down a memory lane of misheard lyrics.

Conan speaks to Jack from Abingdon about working for Yellow Submarine Charity, playing in a ukulele ensemble, and the best and worst places Conan has ever slept in.

Actor Jason Segel feels very happy about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Jason sits down with Conan to chat about the real-life inspiration behind Forgetting Sarah Marshall, joke texts from Anthony Hopkins, and his new tv series Shrinking. Later, Conan and his team get administered a professional hearing test.

Conan chats with Moataz in Alexandria, Egypt about meeting his wife playing a video game and their subsequent virtual wedding ceremony.

Actress and activist Jane Fonda feels so, really deeply happy and excited to be sitting opposite Conan for a conversation. Jane sits down with Conan to discuss all the ways in which the world has changed around us since she was growing up, connecting with her father Henry Fonda and how his films influenced her activism, touring Appalachia with Dolly Parton, and more. Plus - Conan issues a very positive State of the Podcast address. Join Jane Fonda in her climate work at www.janepac.com

Conan chats with Ellen from Tullamore, Ireland about going to law school while working in a whiskey distillery and how Conan takes his dram.

Comedian and actress Sarah Silverman feels ambivalent about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Sarah sits down with Conan once more to share her most irrational fear (and most embarrassing childhood memory), stories of family know-it-alls, and the thrills that come along with age-related hearing loss.

Conan talks to Anna in Bangkok about how to get her mom to stop yelling across the house, the most popular names in Thailand, and what it would be like to bring Conan to a ping pong show.

Comedian Vir Das feels unique about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Vir sits down with Conan to discuss faking appendicitis as a child, the first laugh he ever got on stage, the controversy over his “Two Indias” monologue, and his new special Vir Das: Landing. Later, Sona and David Hopping recount their adventures visiting every single Friends filming location.

Conan chats with Simon from Slovenia about his favorite specialty coffee shop and its unusual location.

Timothy Olyphant feels splendiferous about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Timothy and Conan sit down once more to discuss their unique friendship, being shot at in New Orleans while filming Justified: City Primeval, and a possible new talk show featuring the two of them.

Conan talks to Allan in Missouri about working as a crime scene investigator, surprising scenes she’s investigated, and which of Conan’s team would make the most skilled investigator.

Actor, writer, and comedian Ramy Youssef feels the inevitability of God coming into our lives about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Ramy sits down with Conan to discuss sharing personal history with castmates on his Hulu comedy series Ramy, the universal concept of “refinancing” with God, and filming in the West Bank. Plus, a bacteria sharing Conan’s name inspires debate over Conan and his team’s relative celebrity status.

Conan chats with Carles about working as a video game designer and what drag persona Conan would create for himself.

Actor Bryan Cranston feels stimulated about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Bryan sits down with Conan once more to dive into the details of his wild first sexual encounter in Salzburg, transitioning from physical comedy in Malcolm in the Middle to the high-stakes drama of Breaking Bad, how kindness and hard work are the key to a satisfying career, and the upcoming season two of Your Honor. Plus, Conan regretfully comes to terms with how Joop! cologne has impacted his life.

Conan speaks with Jill from Vulcan, Alberta about growing wetland plants in a commercial greenhouse, fainting goats, and what Conan would name a wetland species of his own discovering.

Actor Penn Badgley feels the dull echo of imposter syndrome about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Penn sits down with Conan to discuss his journey to Hollywood as a child actor, the value of educating yourself, and THAT scene from his Netflix series YOU. Conan shares his love of Gossip Girl and pitches an alternate version as a sketch. Stick around for the end, where Conan and the team try on Tracy Morgan's favorite cologne.

Conan talks to David from New Rochelle, NY about being a congregational rabbi and what a clergy team meeting with Conan and the chums would look like.

Actor and comedian Ed Helms feels humbled about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Ed sits down with Conan to chat about the real-life Andy Bernard, learning the banjo, and exploring history’s greatest screwups with his podcast SNAFU. Plus, Conan and his team read a review of the podcast written by an AI.

In this special episode of Conan O’Brien IS a Fan, Conan sits down with Ashley Flowers of the podcast Crime Junkie to discuss what got her into true crime, why LA is the place to be for the genre, and her novel All Good People Here.

Former First Lady Michelle Obama feels less cautious about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Michelle returns to sit down with Conan once more to discuss her new book The Light We Carry, developing tools to deal with anxiety, the importance of working with one’s hands, and preparing for the empty nest.

Conan chats with Jackie from Ontario about working at the Toronto Humane Society, studying baboons, and tricks to get your cat to love you.

Actor Randall Park feels neither here nor there about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Randall sits down with Conan to discuss coming out as an actor to his parents, honing his comedic talents in workplace training videos, and his new show Blockbuster. Plus, Conan helps his team come up with age-appropriate toy ideas for their kids.

Conan talks to Alexandra about being a janitor in Antarctica, traveling the world, and which Disney Princess Conan identifies with the most.

Actress Lizzy Caplan feels confused about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Lizzy sits down with Conan to talk about being well-positioned geographically, her new show Fleishman Is in Trouble, and the abandonment issues that come along with a career in acting. Later, Conan takes engineer Eduardo to task about distractions in the workplace.

Conan chats with Visa from Finland about coffee, the sauna, and playing in a metal band.

Stephen Colbert feels put upon about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Stephen sits down with Conan live at the Beacon Theater to discuss dalliances in Italy, playing the egomaniac, and visiting an airbase in northern Greenland. Plus, Conan answers audience questions about being a lumberjack, his favorite sounds, what he’d put in his museum, and more. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com.

Conan chats with Edom from Ethiopia about crafting scented candles and perfumes and what Conan would choose as his signature scent. Wanna get a chance to talk to Conan? Submit here: TeamCoco.com/CallConan

Tracy Morgan feels like a man about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Tracy sits down with Conan live at the Beacon Theater to discuss getting back into dating, his famous relatives, and gentrification. Plus, Conan answers audience questions about winning the lottery, the law, his favorite tv show, misfit toys, and more! Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com.

Conan talks to Jenna from Dallas about working as a middle school principal and which classroom management strategy Conan should use with his team. Wanna get a chance to talk to Conan? Submit here: TeamCoco.com/CallConan

Kumail Nanjiani feels skeptical about being Conan O’Brien’s best friend. Kumail sits down with Conan once again to discuss being an awkward kid, discovering his identity as an adult, and his upcoming miniseries Welcome to Chippendales. Later, Conan revels in his own bravery after getting not one, but two shots at a doctor’s visit.   Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821.   For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com.

Conan talks to Veronika from Eger, Hungary about beach food, getting engaged, and writing a wedding speech. Wanna get a chance to talk to Conan? Submit here: TeamCoco.com/CallConan