Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Steven Yeun
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Jul 18, 2022 Steven Yeun, known for his iconic role as Glenn in The Walking Dead and his stunning performance in Minari, shares his journey of immigrating from South Korea and the trials of adapting to a new life. He reflects on the emotional complexity of parenthood, balancing career aspirations, and the intricacies of identity in a multicultural world. The conversation brims with humor, as Steven and Conan tackle the absurdity of fame and the joys of storytelling while embracing life's unpredictability.
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Podcast Encounter
- Conan met listeners of his podcast during a ferry commute.
- They regularly listened on their commute, making the encounter surprising and delightful.
Nixon Motorboat
- Conan jokes about Nixon's infamous motorboating incident.
- He imagines Nixon motorboating various people, including Pat Nixon and his aides.
Walking Dead Role
- Steven Yeun landed his role on The Walking Dead quickly after moving to LA.
- He faced initial disappointment after failing to secure a network pilot role.