Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Martin Short Live From SiriusXM NY
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Jun 30, 2025 Martin Short, a beloved comedian and actor known for SCTV and Only Murders in the Building, joins Conan live from SiriusXM NY. They dive into the art of mastering the perfect eight-minute dinner conversation for late-night gigs. The duo shares hilarious anecdotes from their time on Saturday Night Live, including stories about Tom Hanks and the famed Five Timers Club. They also reflect on the absurdity of comedy and its interplay with personal memories, while tackling audience questions about confidence and the creative process.
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SCTV's Pure Comedy Craft
- Martin Short describes SCTV as pure comedy crafted with close friends over weeks without an audience.
- The show thrived on instinct rather than feedback, valued for its authentic and innovative humor.
Mastering Preparation for Performance
- Martin Short prepares obsessively for every show to ensure he leaves with no regrets.
- Over-preparation lets him improvise and adjust even if directors or situations aren't ideal.
Prepare Best 8 Minutes
- Prepare your best eight minutes for talk shows since you only get that short window.
- Overpreparing lets you relax and be available to play in the moment during the live appearance.
