Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend

Stephen Merchant

Apr 18, 2022

Stephen Merchant, a comedian and the mastermind behind The Office (UK), joins Conan for an entertaining chat. They delve into Stephen's towering height and navigating American television. The duo share hilarious celebrity encounters with David Bowie and Christopher Walken. They also reflect on the contrasts between British and American TV, explore the journey of comedy evolution, and Stephen's new series, The Outlaws. Plus, they brainstorm how Conan's charm resonates with kids—adding layers of laughter throughout!

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Intro

3min

The Perils of Interview Distractions

4min

Banter and Beverage Etiquette on the Podcast

3min

Humor in Celebrity Life

12min

Contrasting TV Cultures and Personal Anecdotes

6min

Comedy, Culture, and Collaboration

10min

Starstruck Encounters

18min

Silliness, Friendship, and Self-Perception

2min

From Modern Decor to Kids' Laughter: Exploring Home and Breakfast

6min

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Impeachment and Imagination

5min

Comedian, writer, and director Stephen Merchant feels overqualified about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.

Stephen sits down with Conan to discuss his outrageous height, finding the right showrunner for the American version of The Office, getting to work alongside legends like David Bowie and Christopher Walken, and his newest series The Outlaws. Later, Conan wonders how to capitalize on his natural appeal to kids when he and his team Review the Reviewers.

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