Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend

"Weird Al" Yankovic

Jul 12, 2021

"Weird Al" Yankovic, a five-time Grammy-winning musician and parody king, chats with Conan about his accordion journey and the art of comedic songwriting. They share laughs on parenting, with Al's insights into childbirth expectations, and discuss how the internet has changed comedy. The duo reminisces about absurd accordion tales, the joy of touring, and the ever-blurry line between humor and offense. They highlight the importance of friendship in today's busy world, blending personal anecdotes with light-hearted banter.

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Intro

4min

Humor and Heart in Parenting and Performance

18min

Navigating Comedy and Luxury Escapes

4min

The Accordion Odyssey

4min

Harmony and Humor in Music

17min

The Intersection of Friendship and Podcasts

4min

Twins, Transitions, and Tall Tales

11min

Absurd Boxing Match Tales

4min

Musical comedy legend "Weird Al" Yankovic feels figuratively tickled pink to be Conan O’Brien’s friend.

Weird Al sits down with Conan to talk about the Yankovic that inspired him to pick up the accordion, practicing comedy without punches, and forging his own trademark career in parody songwriting. Later, Conan and his team prepare for the imminent arrival of Sona’s twins.

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