Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Bley’s Fastballs Part I
Jan 15, 2026
Aaron Bleyaert, a writer and producer celebrated for his comedic segment pitches, joins Conan for a lively discussion. They dive into the art of pitching, with Conan critiquing Aaron's rapid-fire style and advocating for a more measured approach. The banter also touches on quirky retail anecdotes, Sona's new Hyundai Palisade, and fun techniques to enhance pitch delivery. Aaron even showcases a refined idea about Daniel Day-Lewis returning to acting, much to the delight of Conan and the crew, setting the stage for a follow-up.
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Slow Down Your Pitching
- Rapid-fire pitching can overwhelm a room and stifle creativity if others can't process ideas.
- Conan recommends slowing down to let ideas settle so better concepts surface.
Breathe Before You Speak
- Take a breath before you speak to avoid sounding desperate or overwhelming.
- Conan and Sona advise controlled volume and measured delivery to make ideas more persuasive.
Sweatshirt Sign Of Office Favor
- Conan recounts receiving a sweatshirt from Eduardo as a sign of admiration.
- The exchange highlights friendly office dynamics and subtle bribery jokes.
