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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Intro

3min

Absurd Escapades: Helicopters and Submarines

18min

The Ethics of Philanthropy and Performative Altruism

8min

The Ethics of Kindness and Commemoration

14min

Acknowledging Flaws in Historical Contexts

2min

Consequence Culture and the Nature of Success

13min

The Impact of Anonymity Online and Podcasting Moments

2min

Reflections on Regret and Joy

4min

Humor, Television Nostalgia, and Fitness Motivation

4min

10.

An Awkward Proposal Filming Experience

5min

11.

A Comedic Videographer's Apology and Sports Gear Promotion

3min

Producer and writer Mike Schur feels fine about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.

Mike and Conan sit down to talk about Mike’s new book How To Be Perfect: The Correct Answer to Every Moral Question, the culture of consequence, and striving to be better at apologizing and forgiving. Later, Conan recounts his experience assisting an unlucky fan with their marriage proposal.

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