Alan Yang

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Van Lathan and Wosny Lambre to discuss Jalen Brunson likely heading to the Knicks, how the Mavericks can cope, and “new media” vs. “old media” (1:50). Then, Bill talks with Ariel Helwani about the current state of the WWE, UFC 276, and more (44:58). Finally, Bill talks with writer-producer and lifelong Lakers fan Alan Yang about hoping for Kyrie Irving to join the Lakers before he opted in with the Nets, expectations for the Lakers’ 2022-23 season, Alan’s new show 'Loot' on Apple TV+, and more (1:20:54).Host: Bill SimmonsGuests: Van Lathan, Wosny Lambre, Ariel Helwani, and Alan YangProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alan Yang, an Emmy Award-winning writer known for his work on Parks and Recreation and Master of None, joins Conan for a nostalgic chat. They dive into Yang's journey from the son of Taiwanese immigrants to a celebrated creator. The duo discusses the influences of comedic legends and the impact of catchphrases on pop culture. Alan shares insights into the quirks of TikTok fame, while humorously reflecting on creative ownership and the evolution of television comedy. Their lighthearted banter is sprinkled with playful anecdotes and a dose of wisdom.

David Jacoby, an ESPN personality known for his insights on basketball, joins screenwriter Alan Yang, a lifelong Lakers fan. They debate Stephen Curry's standing among basketball greats and dissect the Knicks' playoff prospects against the Hawks, highlighting their underdog status. Alan shares thrilling tales about the Lakers' win over the Warriors and reflects on the emotional rollercoaster of attending live games. With humor, they also touch on the challenges of parenthood and the evolving landscape of basketball and baseball.

In this engaging discussion, sportscaster Joe Buck shares his journey into the world of broadcasting, revealing the challenges of sports commentary, particularly in a three-person booth. He expresses concern for the MLB's future while promoting his podcast, 'Daddy Issues.' Award-winning filmmaker Alan Yang follows, discussing the impact of COVID-19 on creativity and storytelling. He emphasizes the importance of Asian representation in Hollywood and reflects on the evolving landscape of television and streaming, blending humor with poignant insights.

The Good Place casting directors Allison Jones and Ben Harris join comedy writer Alan Yang and host Marc Evan Jackson to discuss Jameela’s audition performance for Tahani, writing for demons, anecdotes about acting and writing and a fork-ton more. NBC Entertainment Podcast Network © 2018See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.