Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend
Team Coco & Earwolf
After 25 years at the Late Night desk, Conan realized that the only people at his holiday party are the men and women who work for him. Over the years and despite thousands of interviews, Conan has never made a real and lasting friendship with any of his celebrity guests. So, he started a podcast to do just that. Deeper, unboundedly playful, and free from FCC regulations, Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend is a weekly opportunity for Conan to hang out with the people he enjoys most and perhaps find some real friendship along the way.
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Episodes
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14 snips
Dec 4, 2025 • 18min
The House Dick
Conan chats with Tricia, a small-hotel proprietor from Santo Tomas, Batangas. She shares the ups and downs of running a 22-room hotel and nearby restaurant, emphasizing her struggles with attracting local customers. Conan humorously offers to help, imagining himself as a quirky house detective navigating hotel antics. Their playful conversation covers everything from hotel security to Tricia's artistic passions, all while exploring delicious Filipino cuisine like balut and dinuguan. It's a delightful blend of business insights and cultural banter!
56 snips
Dec 1, 2025 • 1h 2min
Matthew Rhys Returns Again
Welsh actor Matthew Rhys, known for his Emmy-winning role in The Americans, returns for a lively chat with Conan. They explore beer preferences for autumn, with Matthew declaring Guinness a favorite. He candidly discusses his imposter syndrome while preparing for his one-man show Playing Burton and the nuances of performing for Welsh audiences. Their playful banter includes anecdotes about Matthew's chemistry read with Keri Russell, which led to their marriage, and a debate on what 'A-list' really means in today's celebrity culture.
16 snips
Nov 27, 2025 • 22min
Classic Colonizer
In this entertaining chat, Conan connects with Arjun from Kerala, discussing his quest for love and his quirky attraction to straight men. They explore Kerala’s rich spice history and joke about Conan being a 'classic colonizer.' Arjun dreams of writing a screenplay while sharing nightlife tips from Bangalore's vibrant queer scene. Their improv moments lead to hilarious misunderstandings, especially around a potential wingman role for Conan. The conversation wraps up with laughter and hopes for a future meeting.
54 snips
Nov 24, 2025 • 1h 2min
Leanne Morgan
Leanne Morgan, a comedian and actress known for her Netflix special, joins Conan O’Brien to share her journey from small-town Tennessee to comedy stardom. She discusses the challenges of breaking into the Christian comedy scene and the bittersweet nature of finding her voice later in life. Leanne touches on the importance of authenticity in her storytelling, her collaboration with Chuck Lorre, and the impact of social media on her career. The conversation blends humor with insights about family life, aging, and the joys and struggles in comedy.
28 snips
Nov 20, 2025 • 25min
Putting The Fun Back In Funeral with Special Guest Paul Scheer
Paul Scheer, a talented comedian and actor, joins Conan to dive into the light-hearted world of funerals. They chat with Josh, who runs a direct-to-consumer casket company, exploring casket pricing, unique burial wishes, and the power of humor in the funeral industry. The trio jokes about flashy coffins and unconventional funeral ideas, like crime-scene tableaux wakes. Conan shares his quirky experience commissioning a custom casket, while they all reflect on how humor can ease the topic of death.
48 snips
Nov 17, 2025 • 1h 3min
Paul Scheer Returns
Paul Scheer, a talented actor and comedian known for his work on shows like How Did This Get Made?, brings his infectious energy back to chat with Conan. They dive into the hilariously chaotic experiences of late-night sketches and the bonds of friendship during onstage disasters. With tales of over-the-top trunk-or-treating and celebrated bombings, Paul shares how failure can turn into comedy gold. They also reflect on niche humor and the joys of taking creative risks, reminding us that laughter often rises from chaos.
17 snips
Nov 13, 2025 • 27min
A Strong Dose
Ankur from Hyderabad shares his unique approach to marital happiness, using an Excel spreadsheet to track relationship categories. He humorously discusses his wife's preference for casual talks over structured check-ins. The conversation turns lively as Ankur asks Conan to join him in a dance performance of the hit song 'Naatu Naatu.' They bond over dreams and shared energy, while also tackling serious topics like parenting and career priorities, creating a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt advice.
58 snips
Nov 10, 2025 • 59min
Rachel Sennott
Rachel Sennott, an actress and comedian known for her roles in *Bottoms* and her HBO series *I Love LA,* joins Conan for a lively chat. They dive into the unique dynamics of influencer culture and how Rachel creatively navigates it in her shows. She shares humorous and wild tales, including a memorable arrest in the Cayman Islands over a CBD joint! They also reflect on the transformative Saturn Return and its impact on their careers, along with the challenges and triumphs of storytelling in modern television.
6 snips
Nov 6, 2025 • 18min
Play It Again, Yassir
Yassir shares his roots from Casablanca and his life in Nantes, France. He humorously admits he's never seen the iconic film 'Casablanca.' The duo explores whether Conan would blend in with the locals, with Yassir painting a vivid picture of cultural contrasts. They also dive into Moroccan McDonald's menu, including unique items like goat cheese nuggets. Yassir seeks friendship advice, leading to fun role-playing scenarios for striking up conversations. Their warm exchange closes with a promise of friendship and a newfound movie watchlist.
37 snips
Nov 3, 2025 • 53min
Claire Danes Returns
Claire Danes, the Emmy-winning actress famed for her role in Homeland, returns for another lively chat with Conan O’Brien. She shares behind-the-scenes stories from her new Netflix series, The Beast in Me, and reflects on her experiences at 'spy camp.' Balancing her acting career with raising three kids on set, Claire discusses the emotional toll of rejection in the industry and her transformative journey back to acting after college. The conversation brims with humor, insights on creativity, and a warm celebration of friendship.
