Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Ricky Gervais
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Apr 20, 2020 British comedian Ricky Gervais, known for The Office and After Life, shares his amusing insights with Conan O’Brien. They dive into the art of extracting humor from dark themes like life and death, seamlessly blending laughter with serious reflections. Gervais candidly discusses his experiences meeting idols like David Bowie, while exploring the absurdity of fame. The conversation also touches on navigating technology during quarantine, showcasing their shared comedic resilience in adapting to a rapidly changing world.
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Gervais' Reluctant Friendship
- Ricky Gervais jokes he's underwhelmed about being Conan's friend.
- He prefers London, forcing Conan to fly over for the interview.
Social Media's Impact on History
- Gervais believes social media exposes everyone's flaws, diminishing historical figures' reputations.
- He suggests even Gandhi or Churchill would be disliked if active on Twitter today.
Lincoln and Reality TV
- Conan jokes about Abraham Lincoln's potential reaction to modern television if he was alive.
- He imagines Lincoln would get distracted by reality TV instead of offering wisdom.