10min chapter

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Stephen Merchant

Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend

CHAPTER

Comedy, Culture, and Collaboration

This chapter explores the speaker's insights and experiences in the entertainment industry, particularly focused on comedy. They share anecdotes about cultural adaptation in television, the importance of romantic elements in storytelling, and the joys of collaborative writing in a writer's room. Additionally, the chapter reflects on the evolution of comedy, contrasting British and American shows, and how audience expectations have transformed over time.

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