Comedian and actor Paul Scheer joins Conan O'Brien to discuss his new memoir, awkward celebrity encounters, and incorporating a celebrity impersonator into his wedding. They banter about owning a fake video store, childhood dreams, and hilarious celebrity confrontations. The episode is filled with humor and entertaining anecdotes.
Awkward celebrity encounters were humorously recounted, involving Robert Downey Jr. and Christopher Walken.
Conan O'Brien's childhood dream of owning a video store and creating a makeshift rental service was hilariously revisited.
Paul Scheer's comical mishap during his proposal showcased unexpected twists and heartfelt moments.
Deep dives
Summarizing Celebrity Encounters
The podcast delves into awkward celebrity encounters, where Conan O'Brien recounts amusingly awkward interactions with Robert Downey Jr. and Christopher Walken. In one instance, Conan clumsily attempts to impress Robert Downey Jr. with a fabricated connection, leading to an incredibly awkward exchange. Another memorable encounter involves Christopher Walken, where Conan recalls visiting Hollywood sets as a child, including the location of the TV show 'Simon and Simon.'
Owning a Fictional Video Store
Conan O'Brien reminisces about his childhood dream of owning a video store and creating a makeshift video rental service in high school. Reenacting a fake autograph signing with a stand-in for Jamie Gertz, the humorous tale reveals Conan's creative and entertaining ventures from his younger days.
Encountering an Unprepared Arnold Schwarzenegger
The podcast humorously recounts a comical encounter where Conan O'Brien, in a caffeine-deprived state, engages in an awkward conversation with Arnold Schwarzenegger over morning coffee. Struggling to converse, Conan's attempt to break the ice with the iconic actor results in a series of awkward exchanges and ultimately an amusingly uncomfortable situation.
A Dark Encounter with Christopher Walken
During a Hollywood day filled with celebrity encounters, a kid nervously meets Christopher Walken on a movie set for 'Communion.' In a dim warehouse, Walken, portraying a character in tune with aliens, startles the child with his appearance and eerie demeanor. He imparts advice, urging the kid to believe in himself before sending him off with a strange autograph experience.
An Unconventional Proposal with a Surprising Twist
Paul Shear recounts a comical mishap during his proposal to his now-wife. Despite careful planning, the proposal at a beach takes an unexpected turn when his wife misunderstands the gesture as a joke. The situation escalates comically as Paul navigates through the confusion to eventually succeed in the heartfelt moment amidst outside observers.
Comedian and actor Paul Scheer feels sanguine about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.
Paul sits down with Conan to discuss his new memoir Joyful Recollections of Trauma, creating his own fake video store while at school, awkward celebrity encounters, and working a celebrity impersonator into his wedding ceremony.
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