Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Ramy Youssef
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Jan 16, 2023 
Ramy Youssef, the talented actor and comedian behind the Hulu series Ramy, joins Conan for an engaging chat. They dive into the humorous complexities of faith, family, and identity, sharing personal stories that reflect these themes. Ramy discusses the challenges of filming in the West Bank and how humor can navigate serious topics. They even ponder a quirky bacteria named after Conan, leading to a playful debate about celebrity status. Get ready for laughter and introspection as they explore the intertwining of culture and comedy!
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First Meeting Hug
- Ramy Youssef and Conan O'Brien discuss their first meeting and hug.
- Conan jokes about sanitizing his back for the hug and refusing to let go.
Ramy Cast Chemistry
- Ramy Youssef discusses the close relationships within the cast of his show, "Ramy."
- Many of the actors have known each other for years, contributing to on-screen chemistry.
Flipping the Joke
- Ramy Youssef observes that traditional comedy often jokes about religious belief itself.
- His show flips this by accepting faith as a given and satirizing the human behavior within it.