Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Conan O'Brien & Jeff Ross Look Back
Jun 29, 2022
Jeff Ross, a longtime executive producer for Conan O’Brien, joins writer Mike Sweeney to reflect on their comedic journey. They reminisce about Conan's early days in late-night, including their first meeting and hilarious anecdotes from live tapings. Hear tales of a ringtone incident, emotional struggles before performing, and significant career milestones. The duo also explores the chaos of navigating late-night television and share heartfelt stories that highlight the unique experiences that shaped their careers in comedy.
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The Audition
- Conan's audition for Late Night involved a monologue and interviews with Mimi Rogers and Jason Alexander.
- He wore a white linen jacket stained with radiator fluid from his Ford Taurus.
Getting the Gig
- After a birthday party, Conan receives the call that he got the Late Night job.
- He was immediately told to appear on The Tonight Show to announce the news.
Meeting the Press
- Conan's introduction to the press was challenging, with Stuttering John questioning his qualifications.
- Conan joked about who he had to sleep with to get the job.