Growing up in a Loud and Raucous Household

Conan O'Brien discusses his childhood in a big, loud, and raucous household. Being one of six kids, their kitchen was a major focus in their home because they all loved to eat. Conan's mom went back to work as a lawyer, and his dad took on traditionally seen women's work in the home, such as cooking Sunday meals, after his mom's return to work. Their kitchen was the center of activity, where intense arguments and major announcements would happen. Conan developed his sense of humor at the kitchen table, making his mom and dad laugh. The kitchen was the kiln where he was molded.