Podcast · 387 episodes
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend, page 4
by Team Coco & Earwolf · English
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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Charli XCXThe episode is a conversation with Charlie XCX about her background, identity, insecurity/imposter syndrome, and how fame changes artists, framed around her mockumentary film (a fictionalized version…26 Jan 2026 · 1 h 5 min · 23 chapters
Bley’s Fastballs Part IIThe hosts continue last week’s “quiet, softer” pitch discussion and brainstorm alternate-universe roles for Conan O’Brien’s character, including a Daniel Day-Lewis-style retirement scenario (making…22 Jan 2026 · 20 min · 8 chapters
Jodie FosterJodie Foster discusses her ambivalent friendship with Conan O’Brien, her early TV/film upbringing, how her mother shaped her career, and what she learned from acting, directing, education, and…19 Jan 2026 · 1 h 7 min · 30 chapters
Bley’s Fastballs Part IThe hosts pitch segment ideas and argue about how to brainstorm—specifically, whether Blay’s loud, fast “pitching” style overwhelms others, versus Eduardo’s calmer approach.15 Jan 2026 · 20 min · 11 chapters
Matt DamonMatt Damon appears on Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend to discuss his career origins, acting craft, working with major directors, and his current film The Rip (with Ben Affleck).12 Jan 2026 · 1 h 1 min · 24 chapters
The Jazz SingerConan O’Brien chats with jazz singer Lucy Yegazarian about her immigrant background, learning English through TV, building a jazz career in New York, and scat-singing as a “drunk-at-a-bar” melody…8 Jan 2026 · 20 min · 10 chapters
D'Arcy Carden ReturnsThe episode of Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend centers on Darcy Carden’s return as a guest, with the conversation veering into TV recommendations and a long, explicit discussion of Heated Rivalry, a…5 Jan 2026 · 1 h 6 min · 28 chapters
Scents and SensibilityConan O’Brien Needs a Fan episode featuring Sandra, a California perfume shop owner, discussing her shift from engineering to selling fragrance/skincare, plus TikTok Shop marketing tactics (hooks,…1 Jan 2026 · 23 min · 10 chapters
Paul Rudd Returns AgainPaul Rudd returns to Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend for a wide-ranging chat mixing prank-call comedy, on-air “whack pack” banter, and career stories.29 Dec 2025 · 1 h 4 min · 27 chapters
Limp Paddle With Special Guest D’Arcy CardenDerek (a pinball commissioner) and guest D’Arcy Carden discuss competitive pinball—how leagues work, how to play well (patience, “dead flip,” controlled table movement), cheating/conduct rules, and…25 Dec 2025 · 27 min · 12 chapters
James L. BrooksConan O’Brien interviews Academy Award-winning director/screenwriter James L.22 Dec 2025 · 1 h 1 min · 22 chapters
It’s A Small World In HereA fan call episode where Conan O’Brien talks with Anirud (“Ani”) from Bangalore about chaotic joint-family life, festival gatherings, and how he met his girlfriend Irene through Conan-related emails;…18 Dec 2025 · 18 min · 9 chapters
Kumail Nanjiani Returns AgainConan O’Brien Needs a Friend episode featuring Kumail Nanjiani. Main themes include: the “big deal” feeling of Prime Day deals; marketing “bull spend” vs measurable ROAS; comedy as the intersection…15 Dec 2025 · 1 h 2 min · 26 chapters
CocolandAfter years of late-night hosting, Conan O'Brien realizes he lacks genuine friendships with celebrity guests.11 Dec 2025 · 23 min
Will Arnett ReturnsActor Will Arnett joins Conan O’Brien for a lighthearted and comedic conversation about friendship, stand-up comedy, personal growth, and the nature of celebrity.8 Dec 2025 · 1 h 3 min
The House DickConversational podcast aiming to build real friendships with guests.4 Dec 2025 · 18 min
Matthew Rhys Returns AgainMatthew Rhys feels ashamed about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. He discusses various topics including beer choices for the season, his one-man show “Playing Burton,” and doing script chemistry reads…1 Dec 2025 · 1 h 2 min
Classic ColonizerIn this episode, Conan O'Brien chats with Arjun from Kerala, Southern India.27 Nov 2025 · 22 min
Leanne MorganLeanne Morgan, comedian and actress24 Nov 2025 · 1 h 2 min
Putting The Fun Back In Funeral with Special Guest Paul ScheerAfter decades in late-night television, Conan O’Brien seeks to break down barriers with celebrity guests and foster genuine friendships through his podcast.20 Nov 2025 · 25 min
Paul Scheer ReturnsPaul Scheer discusses his optimistic outlook on friendship with Conan O'Brien and shares experiences from his career and life, including memorable late-night sketches, the value of failing on stage,…17 Nov 2025 · 1 h 3 min
A Strong DoseIn this episode, Conan O’Brien speaks with Ankur, a fan from Hyderabad, India.13 Nov 2025 · 27 min
Rachel SennottRachel Sennott, an actress and comedian, discusses her new series *I Love LA*, influencer culture, her Saturn Return, and a personal anecdote about being arrested in the Cayman Islands.10 Nov 2025 · 59 min
Play It Again, YassirIn this episode of *Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend*, Conan interacts with Yassir, a project manager currently living in Nantes, France, originally from Casablanca, Morocco.6 Nov 2025 · 18 min