Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend

Eugene Levy and Catherine O'Hara

Jan 20, 2020

Eugene Levy and Catherine O'Hara, Canadian comedic legends known for their iconic roles in SCTV and Schitt's Creek, join Conan for a lively chat. They dive into the art of comedy, sharing hilarious tales from their early days on SCTV and the nuances of character creation. They reflect on the unique charm of Canadian comedy and touch on the importance of reinvention in the entertainment world. The trio also engages in some playful banter about dining quirks, especially the Cheesecake Factory's extensive menu.

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Catherine O’Hara

Eugene Levy

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

The Bonds of Friendship and Laughter

7min

Nostalgia and Laughter: Canadian Comedy Chronicles

17min

The Art of Reinvention in Celebrity Culture

2min

Crafting Characters with Humor and Heart

15min

Laughter and Legacy: The Roots of Comedy

13min

Dining Dilemmas and Defenses

7min

Actors, writers and comedians Eugene Levy and Catherine O’Hara feel absolutely delighted, flattered, and honored to be considered Conan O’Brien’s friends.

Eugene and Catherine sit down with Conan to talk about taking chances in the pre-internet era with SCTV, transforming into the characters they play on Schitt’s Creek, the formula that makes a successful comedy show stick, and legendary tales from the Second City stage. Later, Conan takes it up with the Cheesecake Factory menu.

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