Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend

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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John Cena

Episode Date: August 24, 2026

Actor and wrestler John Cena feels curiously enthusiastic about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.   John sits down with Conan to discuss wrestling as a...

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Gillian Anderson

Episode Date: August 17, 2026

Actress Gillian Anderson feels nonplussed about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.   Gillian sits down with Conan to discuss her iconic role as Agent Scu...

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Greta Lee

Episode Date: August 10, 2026

Actress and writer Greta Lee feels excited about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.   Greta sits down with Conan to discuss her childhood deeply rooted in...

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Ice Cube

Episode Date: August 3, 2026

Rapper, actor, and producer Ice Cube feels like he’s about to throw up in his mouth about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.   Ice Cube sits down with Co...

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Summer S’pouses Episode 1

Episode Date: July 30, 2026

The Chums make preparations for the arrival of their spouses to the podcast on a special new summer series.   Wanna get a chance to talk to Conan? Sub...

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Leslie Jones Returns

Episode Date: July 27, 2026

Comedian Leslie Jones feels so conflicted about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.   Leslie sits down with Conan once more to discuss the qualities of he...

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Knife Porn

Episode Date: July 23, 2026

Conan talks to blade smith Josh from Liverpool, NY about how to craft the perfect knife.   Wanna get a chance to talk to Conan? Submit here: teamcoco....

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Molly Shannon Returns

Episode Date: July 20, 2026

Actress Molly Shannon feels proud and cool to be Conan O’Brien’s friend.   Molly sits down with Conan once more to discuss her rule-breaking youth, cr...

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Mick Jagger

Episode Date: July 13, 2026

Rolling Stones lead singer Mick Jagger feels rather anxious about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Mick sits down with Conan to discuss the Stones’ 25t...

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The Wedding Ringer

Episode Date: July 9, 2026

Conan chats with wedding vow writer Brian about the value of sincerity, the worst revelations he’s witnessed during a speech, and more.   Wanna get a...

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Danny McBride Returns

Episode Date: July 6, 2026

Actor, writer, and producer Danny McBride feels thrilling about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.   Danny sits down with Conan once more to discuss his...

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Conan vs. Edibles Part III

Episode Date: July 2, 2026

Conan faces the difficult task of selecting an experience from Sona’s massive gift box of edible treats.   Wanna get a chance to talk to Conan? Submit...

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Eric Andre Returns Again

Episode Date: June 29, 2026

Comedian, writer, and actor Eric Andre feels like sandpaper about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.   Eric sits down with Conan to discuss and his mental...

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Conan and Sona in Morocco

Episode Date: June 25, 2026

Conan and Sona report on their recent travel adventures from the backseat of a car in Morocco while en route to Marrakesh.   Wanna get a chance to tal...

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Josh Groban

Episode Date: June 22, 2026

Singer-songwriter Josh Groban feels downright giddy about being Conan O’Brien’s friend.   Josh sits down with Conan to discuss his breakout moment at...

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The Bonering Conan

Episode Date: June 18, 2026

Conan talks to kinetic sculptor Breakfast about how to create moving pieces of art and designing a 50-foot sphere for cruise ships.   Wanna get a chan...