Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend
Martin Short Returns Again
October 19, 2026·1h 1m·6-min readconversationalcomedy
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Conan O'Brien recounts a trip to Aspen for his wife Liza’s play, where he encountered bears, Dolly Parton impersonators, and an accidental phone call from his writer Matt O'Brien. He then welcomes Martin Short, his comedic idol and close friend, for a rollicking, affectionate conversation
Conan O'Brien recounts a trip to Aspen for his wife Liza’s play, where he encountered bears, Dolly Parton impersonators, and an accidental phone call from his writer Matt O'Brien. He then welcomes Martin Short, his comedic idol and close friend, for a rollicking, affectionate conversation
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