This Chris Fleming Bit Explains Why Conan O’Brien Loves Them So Much
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Conan O’Brien, looking directly into the camera , milk-stained, eyes bulging, skin as red as a Florida resident, pleading with people to open their minds to older forms of comedy, is one of my favorite things he’s ever done. It’s couched in one of the greatest moments of his career. His appearance on Hot Ones is both chaotically hilarious and touchingly wise. I have his answer cued up below.
It’s not just that what he’s saying is good advice; it’s that you know he not only follows it, but also believes in exploring newer comedy as well. It makes sense. Conan was the new, weird, late-night guy at one point, and let’s be honest, weird still