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Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend

Team Coco & Earwolfwww.siriusxm.com
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. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
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Episodes

Rashida Jones

Actress and producer Rashida Jones feels fine about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Rashida sits down with Conan to talk about the importance of diversifying your skills, creating a documentary about her father Quincy Jones, and working with Bill Murray on her new film On the Rocks. Later, Conan responds to a voicemail about a man with no name. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com . Get access to all the podcasts you...

Oct 19, 20201 hr 1 minEp. 88

Hillary Clinton Returns

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton feels enthusiastic about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Hillary sits down with Conan to talk about launching her new podcast You and Me Both , overcoming the double standard for women in the public eye, and the need for an American moral reckoning. Plus, Conan gives the world a much-needed update on his iconic hair. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com . Get access to all th...

Oct 14, 20201 hrEp. 87

Willie Nelson

Music legend Willie Nelson feels great about being Conan’s friend. Willie sits down with Conan to talk about his new book Me and Sister Bobbie: True Tales of the Family Band, favorite guitars and musical influences, and losing money in hog-raising. Plus, Conan shares fond memories of antagonizing his own mother. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com . Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio...

Oct 12, 202054 minEp. 86

Colin Quinn

Comedian Colin Quinn feels euphoric about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Colin sits down with Conan to talk about his tenure on Weekend Update, why simple transgression isn’t comedy, and the best quotes out of his new book Overstated: A Coast-to-Coast Roast of the 50 States . Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com . Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 mo...

Oct 05, 20201 hr 4 minEp. 85

Michelle Obama Returns

Former First Lady Michelle Obama feels very, very hopeful about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Michelle sits down with Conan to discuss her new show The Michelle Obama Podcast , the importance of humility in politics, and changing the voting culture with WhenWeAllVote.org . Check out Conan's conversation with Michelle on her podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2n57zGznX7ZXlkGC0I521o Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 mon...

Sep 30, 202049 minEp. 84

Rory Scovel

Comedian Rory Scovel feels grateful about being Conan O’Brien’s best friend. Rory sits down with Conan to talk about selling the most bizarre bits onstage, fights in the audience, and his new podcast Dads . Later, Conan recalls his search for family roots in Dungarvan, Ireland. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com . Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3...

Sep 28, 20201 hr 1 minEp. 83

Keith Urban

Singer, songwriter, and record producer Keith Urban feels incredibly confused about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Keith sits down with Conan to talk about playing a surprise drive-in concert for healthcare workers, quitting school to pursue his music career, and releasing his new album 'The Speed of Now Part 1.' Later, Conan envisions the mascot of the Conan O’Brien Elementary School. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCo...

Sep 21, 202053 minEp. 82

Sean Hayes

Actor and producer Sean Hayes feels indifferent about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Sean sits down with Conan to talk about choosing acting over becoming a concert pianist, dangerous childhood games, and his podcast SmartLess with Jason Bateman and Will Arnett. Plus, Conan decides what kind of uncle he wants to be on another Review the Reviewers. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com . Get access to all the podcasts...

Sep 14, 20201 hrEp. 81

Deon Cole

Comedian, writer and actor Deon Cole feels wonderful every time he’s with Conan O’Brien. Deon sits down with Conan to discuss the authentic mini-bar experience, being a comedian before anything else, and learning to DJ during the pandemic. Later, things get heated between Conan and his team as they share controversial opinions on a summertime treat during a Review the Reviewers. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com...

Sep 07, 20201 hr 4 minEp. 80

Jameela Jamil

Actress Jameela Jamil feels better about her hair for being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Jameela sits down with Conan to talk about the roots of British self-deprecation, injecting humor into sex, and encouraging body positivity with the ‘I Weigh’ Instagram movement. Later, Conan shares his excitement over his newest piece of headwear. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com . Get access to all the podcasts you love, music...

Aug 31, 20201 hr 7 minEp. 79

Michael Che

Comedian Michael Che feels honored to be Conan O’Brien’s friend. Michael sits down with Conan to talk about his first stand-up experience, jumping into the deep end at Saturday Night Live , and why jokes about politics and race will always hold up. Plus, Conan tries his hand at reading some erotic fiction. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com . Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows...

Aug 24, 20201 hr 6 minEp. 78

Maya Rudolph

Actress and comedian Maya Rudolph feels pretty terrific about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Maya sits down with Conan to talk about making Emmy history by competing against herself in a single category, meeting (and hugging) Prince, her inspiration for voicing Connie the Hormone Monstress on Big Mouth , and more. Plus, Conan learns about his surprising impact on the human population as he and his team respond to a listener voicemail. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. ...

Aug 17, 20201 hr 6 minEp. 77

Jim Carrey

Actor Jim Carrey feels warm all over about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Jim sits down with Conan to talk about the prophecies in his new book ‘ Memoirs and Misinformation ,’ deliberately getting into a fight with the audience, and balancing the introvert with the extrovert throughout his legendary career. Later, Conan faces the pressure as he gives another State of the Podcast address. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit Team...

Aug 10, 202054 minEp. 76

W. Kamau Bell

Comedian and writer W. Kamau Bell feels cautiously optimistic, but still not great about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Kamau sits down with Conan to talk about meeting Anthony Bourdain, doing bits with his kids, and tolerating discomfort. Later, Conan’s assistant Sona recounts losing her wallet. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com . Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the S...

Aug 03, 20201 hr 8 minEp. 75

Summer S'mores with Conan and the Chill Chums 6

On the final Summer S’mores special, Conan and the Chill Chums discuss who Conan should expect to see at his own funeral. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/conan . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Jul 27, 202030 minEp. 10014

Summer S'mores with Conan and the Chill Chums 5

On another Summer S’mores special, Conan and the Chill Chums discuss the perfect murder. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/conan . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Jul 20, 202025 minEp. 10013

Summer S’mores with Conan and the Chill Chums 4

Conan gives the Chill Chums some friendly criticisms during another Summer S’mores special. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/conan . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Jul 13, 202028 minEp. 10012

Tom Hanks

Actor Tom Hanks feels grand about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Tom sits down with Conan to talk about recovering from COVID-19 in Australia, writing the screenplay for his new WWII-era film Greyhound , and the first thing he ever saw on YouTube. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link...

Jul 07, 20201 hr 12 minEp. 74

Summer S’mores with Conan and the Chill Chums 3

Conan and his team contemplate an alternate presidential history on another Summer S’mores special. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/conan . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Jun 29, 202022 minEp. 10011

Summer S’mores with Conan and the Chill Chums 2

Conan’s team tries to induce chill-ness by any means necessary on another special Summer S’mores episode. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/conan . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Jun 22, 202021 minEp. 10010

Summer S’mores with Conan and the Chill Chums 1

On the first installment of a special Summer S’mores series, Conan and his team loosen up by sharing memories of summers past. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/conan . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Jun 15, 202024 minEp. 10009

Amy Schumer

Comedian Amy Schumer feels fully indifferent about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Amy and Conan sit down to talk about comedians getting buff, cult leaders, debuting Amy Schumer Learns to Cook , and whether a baby can have “it”. Plus, Conan and his team celebrate the culmination of their second season with some parting thoughts. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music cha...

Jun 08, 20201 hr 2 minEp. 73

Rob Lowe

Actor Rob Lowe feels optimistic about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Rob and Conan sit down to talk about advice from Cary Grant and Paul Newman, what’s in store with Rob’s new podcast Literally! With Rob Lowe , and which Supreme Court justice Rob considers a friend. Plus, Conan reviews submitted pieces of risqué fan art. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels a...

Jun 01, 20201 hr 3 minEp. 72

Russell Brand

Comedian Russell Brand feels nervous about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Russell and Conan sit down to talk about the appearance of the sacred within the ordinary, making pain lucrative, and the constant of late-night talk shows in America. Later, Conan answers a listener question about which member of his team he would fire. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music chann...

May 25, 20201 hr 2 minEp. 71

J. J. Abrams

Filmmaker J.J. Abrams feels exceedingly lucky about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. J.J. sits down with Conan to discuss finding the confidence to take the reins on iconic franchises like Star Trek and Star Wars , how to cut together a good trailer, and getting his first gig writing the music for the 1982 horror film Nightbeast. Later, Conan considers his approach to ad reads as he and his team Review the Reviewers. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, to...

May 18, 20201 hr 10 minEp. 70

Mike Myers

Actor Mike Myers feels prehensile about being Conan O’Brien’s friend Mike sits down with Conan to talk about treating the audience as the boss, sharing his iconic comedic filmography with his kids, and the “cinema bleak” of Canada. Later, Conan gets frantic with a one-off segment titled “Maybe I’m As Big a Nerd As Gourley”. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channel...

May 11, 20201 hr 1 minEp. 69

Ted Danson

Actor Ted Danson feels oddly comforted about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Ted and Conan sit down to talk about false humility, being recognized (while wearing a mask), and pandemic farts. Plus, Conan shares a touching clip from the set-up of the remote recording. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free us...

May 04, 20201 hr 4 minEp. 68

Nick Kroll

Nick and Conan sit down to talk about how being a late bloomer informed the making of Big Mouth , collaborating with longtime partner John Mulaney on Oh, Hello: the P’dcast , and finding positives within a long stretch of quarantine. Later, Conan and his team answer listener questions about homeopathic remedies and more. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels a...

Apr 27, 20201 hr 6 minEp. 67

Ricky Gervais

Comedian, actor, writer, producer Ricky Gervais feels strangely underwhelmed about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Ricky sits down with Conan to discuss getting a laugh out of the worst of humanity, the upcoming season of his Netflix show After Life , and finding out his heroes are just regular people. Plus, Conan shares what he’s learned about tech in the days of quarantine. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. Get...

Apr 20, 20201 hr 3 minEp. 66

Kevin Nealon

Comedian and actor Kevin Nealon feels confused that he’s considered Conan O’Brien’s friend. Kevin and Conan sit down to talk about working on the Hans & Franz musical, perfecting the interview on his YouTube show Hiking with Kevin, and planning a road trip. Plus, Conan gives out much-needed advice on dating and getting along with family during quarantine. Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (323) 451-2821. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com. Get access to all ...

Apr 13, 20201 hr 1 minEp. 65
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