Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend David Sedaris Returns
Jun 20, 2022
David Sedaris, the bestselling author and humorist, returns for a delightful chat with Conan O’Brien. They dive into Sedaris's new book, *Happy-Go-Lucky*, and discuss the quirks of dressing up, hilarious tales from his Alaskan adventures, and the family dysfunction that inspires his writing. They also humorously ponder the absurdity of comedy during serious moments, like childbirth, and the importance of laughter in navigating life's challenges. Together, they blend wit and wisdom, making for an entertaining and insightful conversation.
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Conan's Trash Can Ceremony
- Conan O'Brien was honored with a dedicated trash can named "The Kona Can" in Whidbey Island.
- He peaked with the trash can dedication, but then told some teenagers to "have some good time", ruining his cool image.
Ghost Stories
- David Sedaris dislikes hearing ghost stories, especially in new buildings.
- He finds it illogical that ghosts haunt places unrelated to their death.
Creepy Clown Cover
- David Sedaris's new book, "Happy-Go-Lucky," features a creepy clown on the cover.
- He specifically requested the creepiest clown image he could find, believing it to be a pedophile.
