This chapter explores the impact of television critics, particularly Tom Shales, on the speaker's show. It discusses Shales' initial negative review and subsequent change of opinion, as well as the evolving media landscape that has diminished the influence of critics. The speaker discusses their retirement from late-night television and newfound love for podcasting and travel shows.
Late-night legend and podcasting impresario Conan O’Brien joins Kara to talk about the decline of late night, the writers’ strike, his $150 million deal with SiriusXM and his new HBO Max show, Conan O’Brien Must Go. They also trade notes on interviewing and … accounting.
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