Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Alex Edelman
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Aug 26, 2024 Comedian Alex Edelman, known for his Emmy-nominated one-man show "Just For Us," discusses the nuances of empathy in comedy and his experience attending a white nationalist meeting. He reflects on his hometown of Brookline and the impact of loss, especially after the passing of his friend and director Adam Brace. Humorously, Alex shares teenage escapades while navigating serious themes, and he emphasizes the importance of understanding and compassion in comedic storytelling.
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Shared Brookline Roots
- Alex Edelman and Conan O'Brien discovered a shared Brookline, MA upbringing, including doctor fathers.
- This led to humorous interactions with their fathers, who seemed more impressed by each other's medical careers.
Brigham and Women's Visits
- Conan's childhood involved his dad making frequent stops at the hospital, leaving Conan and his siblings waiting in the car.
- These stops, meant to be brief, would sometimes last for an hour, causing frustration.
Brookline Upbringing
- Conan shares his experience growing up in Brookline and attending a predominantly Jewish school, leading to frequent Bar Mitzvah invitations and feeling "exotic".
- Alex notes his contrasting experience, growing up Orthodox Jewish and envying Brookline High students, associating them with success in media or sports.
