Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend

James Burrows

Sep 5, 2022

James Burrows, the legendary sitcom director known for classics like Cheers and Friends, chats with Conan O’Brien about his new book, Directed by James Burrows. They dive into the casting magic behind iconic shows, share humorous insights on sitcom evolution, and reminisce about the significance of theme songs. Burrows also talks about discovering his own webbed toes, leading to a hilarious discussion on body awareness. Their playful banter highlights the joys of comedy and the thrill of nurturing fresh talent.

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Intro

2min

Nostalgia and the Craft of Comedy

21min

Versatility in Comedy and the Joy of Collaboration

6min

Behind the Scenes of Television Comedy

17min

Nostalgia and Evolution in Sitcoms

9min

The Joy of Discovering New Talent

8min

Awareness of Webbed Toes and Body Ignorance

6min

A Comedic Take on Body Comfort and Nudity

2min

Legendary sitcom director James Burrows feels sanguine about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.

James sits down with Conan to talk about his new book Directed by James Burrows, casting for Cheers and Frasier, which of his shows he still thinks is the funniest, and the evolution of the Norm-ism. Plus, Conan tries to get to know his own feet a bit better.

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