Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Mike Schur
Feb 28, 2022
Mike Schur, an Emmy award-winning writer and producer behind beloved shows like The Office and Parks and Recreation, joins Conan for a lively chat about his new book, How To Be Perfect. They dive into the quirks of moral questions, the challenges of apologizing, and the nature of success in a consequence-driven culture. Expect hilarity as Mike shares awkward tales of marriage proposals and the lighter side of fitness motivation, all wrapped in insightful reflections on history and anonymous online behaviors.
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Performative Tipping
- Mike Schur realized he wanted the barista to see him tip at Starbucks.
- This sparked a reflection on performative acts of kindness.
Leave It to Beaver
- Conan O'Brien recalls a Leave It to Beaver episode about anonymous donations.
- It taught him about the complexities of public versus private good deeds.
Performative Charity
- Public acts of charity can be performative, especially with social media.
- Sincerity is questioned, even in seemingly good deeds.
