Andy Richter & Liza Powel O'Brien On Being Conan's "Significant Others" | The Three Questions

Conan's "TV wife" Andy Richter chats with Conan’s real life wife Liza Powel O'Brien about her new Team Coco Podcast "Significant Others." Hear Liza on "The Three Questions with Andy Richter" @ listen.teamcoc...
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[@azzu12]

Liza has such a calming presence. Conan certainly picked a perfect partner to match his chaotic energy

[@daa589]

And that's why Conan brought in Andy to do this interview 😂

[@TerryFGM]

conan is calm and mellow irl.

[@yevgeniyaleshchenko849]

You don't know them personally so don't pretend you know their ''energies''🙄

[@amyrogers7047]

​@yevgeniyaleshchenko849 I can tell their energies, and she is correct..I'm a trained human behaviorist...as I can tell your " jaded", superior attitude is hiding a whole lot, but only from yourself, my dude....some people, for a variety of neuroscience reasons, have a more finely honed sense of the undercurrents of human interaction, even without training...sooooooooo......the eye roll emoji talks, loudly, and it's not the message you think you are sending...it's ok.....

[@kelleygreengrass]

Bet you're a hit at parties​@@yevgeniyaleshchenko849

[@officemaxo12]

"He's a parade float" may be the best descriptor of Conan I've heard

[@brokenglassshimmerlikestar3407]

He so is!! Hahahaha

[@dipperdandy]

A wingspan unbelievable, he's a festival

[@geekphilosophy4258]

Imagine going to disneyland and seeing Conan. I wouldn't even be surprised

[@rothloaf1980]

Yeah. Spot on.

[@HostileTakeover555]

Andy is the ONLY sidekick on ANY late night show who I ever thought was funny. Interesting interview too.

[@creasefold1986]

@@donaldpriola1807 Careful Icarus...

[@unusualchair937]

He has the best comeback and one liners, and the other who's have the same amount of talent with the same position is Geoff Peterson (played by Josh robert thompson)

[@benjaminrommel3586]

Do you know Geoff? From Craig Ferguson's Late Late show?

[@Dav385]

@@creasefold1986Congratulations! You have won the internet for today. This is quite possibly the most perfect response I've ever seen, to anything.

[@simonp37]

@@donaldpriola1807 Geoff was more an anti-side kick :D but very funny

[@slip6hazard9]

Conans Wife seems like such a beautifully down to earth person.

[@BladeRunner-td8be]

Agree, and I love the way her voice sounds too!

[@JoshuaStDenis]

I'm sure you meant this as genuine and I agree with you.. But her name is right there in the title, maayne! 😂

[@peterfranc6370]

I agree. Andy has still got it!

[@moz5831]

Do you know Conan’s wife’s husband? He’s a total freak, this ginger super-tall Irish ADHD-case, nothing like her.

[@ramayaruk]

U can basically watch him fall in love with her. It was during a remote in the 90s I think

[@angelpipessd]

I absolutely loooove that Liza is doing podcasts - her voice is so soothing, and I love the idea for this podcast

[@nigelwaxley]

I was thinking to myself: I might want to listen to her podcast, but couldn't figure why. Your comment made it all click. It's her voice and her clarity of thought. What an amazing woman.

[@angelpipessd]

@@nigelwaxley she really is great. Which makes me so happy that she and Conan found each other ❤️

[@hughanthony9500]

I have very little interest in the people she talks about. I only have a vague idea of who some of the "others" are, let alone their partners (and had no idea who Elia Kazan was) but she's got the perfect "podcast voice", so have been listening to them last thing at night.

[@Fancy_PotHead]

Meh soothing, i wouldn't say... there's too much vocal fry

[@jermainekngdom3154]

I love Andy and felt weird with his absent. His one liner is legendary.

[@TonyVega123]

Conan without Andy just wasn't right. I still watched from time to time, but it wasn't the same. The golden era was '96, '97

[@samanthaecotothermia7896]

I’d love to hear Liza on the podcast more! She’s so engaging and interesting to listen to

[@Player_404]

Her podcast is great but her voice makes me just automatically tune in. It’s hard to describe but it’s wonderful

[@boxcarhobo7017]

Love Liza, love Andy. Conan's tv wife and real life wife are such interesting individuals in and of themselves.

[@GokulOnFire]

Well if anything Conan is more the wife.

[@jac9301]

My word conan is the luckiest man alive to have a wife that still tolerates him after his shenanigans. 😊

[@vancedadder]

And also Liza

[@brainlock72]

And Andy begs for more. Tsk!

[@vasudevdehariya1269]

You realise he's not clowning around all day in his house right. He's a normal human being, and I guessing a good person that's why their marriage works.

[@jac9301]

@@vasudevdehariya1269 "a normal human being". ? Is that you Jordan. ? Are you preparing your body in various ways. ?

[@Frank.E.Valley]

Andy's such a nice guy. I hope he sticks around producing content for a long time.

[@MISNM0]

On her pod, Significant Others, I'm so here for it. She actually did something I don't hear on others which is to take accountability for content up front and invites corrections. I know it happens but love that personal touch. Classy. The content is incredible as well. It's such a smart idea and very easy to listen to if you're turned toward biographical content. It's amazing to see how far human rights have come for some.

[@Adam-fr4fl]

What does that mean for her to "take accountability for content up front?" What does she say? Like for historical inaccuracies?

[@MISNM0]

@@Adam-fr4fl That could have been phrased better. I'm referencing the intro talk to the Molly Day Thacher episode where she says to the effect of of something is wrong or xyz then be in touch. Clearly she was much better at that communication. My point is that it was nice to hear a host be open to that early on. Maybe I'm just burnt out from the news and even that gesture seemed overly nice.

[@tibbyjudy8174]

Andy Richter is a treasure. I don’t think I’ve seen anything he’s been in that wasn’t automatically elevated just with his comedic timing, body language, and presence. Then he opens his mouth and knocks things out of the park. I hope he’s a part of whatever Conan does next!

[@carloscrecelius9597]

Didn't he have a show of his own awhile back?

[@madnessbydesign1415]

"Andy Richter controls the Universe" is still one of my favorite shows. Andy is a full-fledged star in his own right... :)

[@Gus-op5ff]

Andy the Swedish German. We need more Andy.

[@TurisasFTW]

Someone needs to hold him down, so he can't get away.

[@ichneumon2776]

@@TurisasFTW Well atleast you left him his dignity...

[@aumkar2]

@@ichneumon2776 How? He was raped

[@Dmdm_dm]

He was raped

[@MK-jq8ow]

Didn’t Andy get offended at that thinking it was homophobic ?

[@PakRT48]

If Andy Richter is Conan's TV wife, then Jordan Schlansky is Conan's TV mistress

[@doranbaltus]

Liza has the voice and cadence of a teacher whose class I would've really enjoyed in high school.

[@geloamiote]

Liza's voice alone sounds more intelligent than my whole being.

[@conandoobrien8605]

no question she got a commanding voice like morgan freeman but we all shall be like andy here and absorb it all.

[@billymac5481]

I'm not smart enough to pronounce your name.

[@anthonygordon9483]

She sounds like she could be a host on NPR radio. But I guess opposites attract cause she seems very opposite of conan.

[@MISNM0]

This is the truth (for me too) You put words to what I was thinking but didn't say. She's clearly badmfass.

[@christopherweise438]

@@anthonygordon9483 - "Schweddy Balls"

[@idontcare4gob742]

Her podcast is terrific. Her voice is very soothing. Can't wait for season 2.

[@edelrosario5105]

I like that Liza remembers to apply Norm's joke when you get mistaken for someone

[@h3artands0uLL]

What was it? I missed it

[@HeroicHaroon]

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[@edelrosario5105]

See 3:00 - 3:35 in this clip and compare it with 4:02 - 5:25 in this clip kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4iYlIV8frV6jdE

[@astralmass]

As somebody who is often known for being a character, or outlandish, yet really enjoys quiet time... This was really nice. Thanks :)

[@kb5509]

You're known as a "character" are you?

[@lifeofmisery5360]

Hi Conan🤣

[@bitparity]

I miss Conan and Co. on TV, but honestly, they are killing it outside of television, which is dying anyways. I"m really excited for this new podcast, especially if there's one on Vera Nabakov. Me and my gf joke all the time about which one of us is Vera, the dutiful assistant to Vladimir "can't-put-on-his-own-clothes" Nabakov.

[@PetrCobra]

Probably should learn to spell the name properly then

[@DoctorFurioso]

Well *network TV* is certainly dying. Or, at least, there's very little incentive to pay more than a couple of streaming services for a cable bill but then 1/3 of your show being ads.

[@adrianaa.4226]

Just wanted to say that I love the three questions. Andy makes very vulnerable questions and he's so real. A real gem of a podcast.

[@kstepko]

Historical is sort of on-brand for Team Coco. Conan is a well-known history buff.

[@RogueLeafer]

Andy Richter Controls the Universe was one of my favourite shows on TV right at the start of high school. In Grade 9 I didn't have a clue who Conan O'Brien was and the first time I saw Andy and Conan together on stage I have this vivid memory of thinking. "I guess Conan needs a sidekick like Andy to keep it funny". I would have had no idea of Conan's Simpsons credits at that time either. Andy was the big name for me lmao.

[@globbyakaweirdjellyguy954]

It’s so great to hear from Andy Richter again!😊💜 I’ve missed seeing him and Conan together on his old show. Always got a great laugh whenever I watched.😊😂 Lisa seems like such a wonderful woman and is probably a very patient person to be able to put up with Conan’s antics.😅

[@yevgeniyaleshchenko849]

Well, hasn't it occurred to you that she might like those antics or even capable of it herself? Lets not make her into some sort of ''babysitter''...

[@dashkanishka]

What!! A Pleasant Surprise! I can totally imagine Conan standing somewhere nearby, off camera ofcourse, laughing uncontrollably. Conan, are you there?

this lady looks like an intellectual,free-spirit and natural acting hipster lady, ı love her so much.

[@higgsboson9380]

Don't worry Andy if I ran into you and Conan together I would call you both legends :)

[@Phi1618033]

Wow, she has such a great voice.

[@kidwave1]

I have ALWAYS loved Andy, the word sidekick does not work for me, he'ss so much more. Love him in this format

[@punkbastid973]

Andy not being recognized when with Conan reminds me of an apparent AGT promotion on the upper deck of a Starline tour bus at the intersection of Highland and Sunset. I saw cameramen on the upper deck and looked at what they were pointed at and it was Howard. I yelled "Howard!" He looked, smiled and I gave a 👍 and then he gestured to several others that were present and it was only then that I realized the other judges were there as well.

[@tiyas5378]

"parade float" is the most apt description of Conan I've ever come across.

[@Xx-ib6bf]

Hi, Andy Richter! Great to see you. Andy is so witty & funny.

[@Cheekiemoney]

Conan truly found his person! I can see how she could level him out and be real with him. Bravo Liza! Love Conan and now love you too!

[@DirtyFrigginHarry]

Love you and miss you Andy. If I was ever fortunate to encounter both you and Conan in the wild, I would definitely want to get a picture with BOTH of you. I might even ask you to get Max or Labamba on a zoom to hold in the shot.

[@patrickmunger3053]

You two start a podcast! Great little chat. Who needs Conan anyways? Maybe all of the tireless years of work was just meant for you two to chat. I look forward to listening to your podcast Liza. Best, Patrick

[@jeffehren]

This was awesome to watch. During my first MS degree, we studied the relationship between John Adams and Abigail. Fascinating topics!

[@outsidethewaxbox]

Thanks for having my first name as your last name! It’s a thrill to see it when it’s not associated with me or “Jackass”.

[@REOforREAL]

Damn, that's two beautiful wives right there

[@santiagobenites]

Andy Richter Controls the Universe was highly underrated.

[@igorthunderstorm475]

I started watching Conan post-Andy Richter, I was fortunate enough to get familiar with Andy through 'Andy Richter Controls the Universe'. Hilarious.

[@pandorafox3944]

I love this podcast. Look forward to each new episode. Endlessly fascinating subjects. 💜

[@mike91mdk45]

"He's a parade float, he can't be incognito." Lol

[@yourmajesty1630]

his wife is so cool. and it was fun when they talked about him

[@anthonyhanlon9808]

Andy is the only "sidekick" that felt like they were more than just work friends

[@reedsawyer5704]

Lisa is a very intelligent, charming, and entertaining person.

[@coztod]

Andy, I just watched Semi-Pro and wanted to say good job 👍

[@pd4887]

I absolutely love her podcasts, so informative and entertaining. And she has a great voice

[@christopherpaul7588]

I'm curious about the podcast! It sounds interesting. If it's not just about spouses she should do an episode about Max Brod, Franz Kafka's close friend who refused to burn his manuscripts, despite that being Kafka's last request to him.

[@weirdhuman627]

While her podcast isn't really my thing because I've never been into any history type stuff, I'm happy for her that she has achieved her dream of having her own podcast and that so many people love it. Congrats, Liza! :)

[@jt1929]

It’s pretty interesting especially how some couple’s dynamics border on crazy “reality” show drama. Check out the Tolstoy episode.

[@weirdhuman627]

​@@jt1929 Yup, it is. Also, no thanks.

[@jt1929]

@@weirdhuman627 fair enough. I hate reality shows but find this podcast interesting. Laters.

[@ricopaulson1]

Loving her podcast. As a literary/history buff it's right up my alley.

[@WarmLittleDiamond90]

Def subscribing to her podcast, what a great idea for a show. I love learning about overlooked historical figures.

[@s1x6x1s]

Liza has what we 'elderly' people call a "radio voice". i guess now the term has evolved to "podcast voice".

[@duarteboaventura6422]

Andy may not be a flawless character, but he's such a deep one. We're all Andy Richter through some part of our day, and I think the world would be a better place of more people could just accept that.

[@h3artands0uLL]

What are his flaws?

[@mashn8328]

@@h3artands0uLL he’s a Swedish German

[@user-dm6jy5jr9o]

Did I find he podcast bc of Conan? Yes. But it’s genuinely great and right up my alley. Fascinating, well researched and always surprising.

[@tuvantrader]

Significant Others is an excellent podcast. I’ve learned a great deal about some fascinating people, many of whom I had previously been curious about and others not at all. It’s clear Liza puts a lot of work into it and makes a lot of effort to strike an objective, non-judgmental balance toward her subjects. 👍

[@ginpachisensei89]

"Maybe to Porno shops!!"🤣🤣 Andy is the best.

[@waywardmind]

I know the editing work would be a nightmare, but I'd love to watch Team Coco podcasts vs listen to them, given the choice. Glad to have them in my ear holes, but it's such a great thing to watch these brilliant people chat.

[@kb5509]

How would that be an editing nightmare? You can't take a step on KZbin without tripping over a video podcast.

[@waywardmind]

@@kb5509 And they take a lot of work to edit. Team Coco would have to be seeing view counts in the low millions for them to consider it, I'm thinking.

[@kb5509]

@@waywardmind don't be daft. Most medium known comedians have video podcasts, you literally set up camera and edit out the bits you don't want in it. And they're doing it usually with 1 tech guy they met through a friend of a friend, not with a whole production staff.

[@Maxlu9301]

A beautiful smart woman and a Swedish German. Conan has nothing to worry about 😂

[@musicjunkiefl]

But does he own a doghouse?

[@joesmith9216]

LOL at conan riding a bike around in the dark!

[@williamgregory1848]

Beautiful, graceful, smart, and dignified. I can see why Conan fell for Liza.

[@adamosity7127]

I never saw Andy as a sidekick. He adds to the intelligence of the show. He caught many things Conan missed with an alternative perspective.

[@David_7171]

I love her voice. Would make good radio voice

[@andrewholt2425]

Andy , you are hilarious. Liza, you are a beautiful person. Love you both, bless you all

[@fndmntl5341]

I remember Andy from before conan... I don't remember from what lol maybe a movie or a show... But then I was stoked he was on conan

[@BryceLK]

I have no interest in bothering someone long enough for a _"hello,"_ let alone a photo, but I would love an opportunity to see Andy Richter and Conan O'Brien together in public, ask for a photo, and hand my phone to Conan. I loved _Andy Richter Controls the Universe,_ damn it!

[@user-jc1vz2gv5q]

Dose andy see our love comments lol because we love him 😅

[@bobbysatyaramadhan6231]

The story about maya angelou and james baldwin is my favorite so far!

[@breaker6683]

If I ran into Conan and Andy in public I would hand the camera to Conan.

[@lstir24]

Andy is a comedic genius!

[@theamazingreptar]

Liza, we all Coconauts love your podcast. ❤ I love that I can stay at team coco to get my geek fix

[@user-dc4bq6rs5d]

Seattle. Long bike rides. In the rain. Burke Gilman Trail. For me, years ago, on a regular basis when I was training for racing. I think I still have my tights somewhere.

[@vam2317]

This warms my heart so damn much! you've no idea

[@Davett53]

Maybe under appreciated,...but I always enjoyed Andy's quips and observations, with Conan's guests. I often I wanted to hear more from him. It wasn't until somewhat recently that I realized Andy had some "movie chops",..and was in "the movies". Side kicks are meant to be ignored or dismissed, according to way they are treated, or relegated. Too bad, because Andy is a real gem.

[@smiffitysmith8450]

this is giving me flashbacks on that bit where andy published this books about being an invisible sidekick lol.

[@labadjuju]

Dam shes good, thanks for this upload! And of course Andy holding down the fort with ease

[@ExclusiveLM]

Liza seems very calm like she would be a great nurse on MASH.

[@BalokLives]

Don't forget about Mileva Maric. Albert Einstein's wife. It is speculated that she should have been credited on some of Einstein's work.

[@FromTheRootsToTheCrown]

I do find it interesting that some of her new Podcast episodes are about the woman behind the man though. And I would bet anything to say She probably doesn't even realize (to the FULL extent anyways ) How much she was the woman behind Conan. Conan's been around forever so obviously not to say He wouldn't have been successful Conan has been doing his thing for over 30 years and is massively talented. But I mean in his later years and becoming a family man And being held down by a good woman throughout A probably pretty chaotic life from being so famous. Being around her in their home Give him that sense of love and normality you don't get with fans. For someone so famous she's got to he his rock in that way. Not to mention she's talented herself. Just a thought

[@TheCJD89]

I feel so sad that people hand Andy the camera. I would definitely want Andy in the photo!

[@Leftyotism]

ANDY RICHTER WOOOOOOO! 😃

[@CatJabZ]

I miss the Andy Richter show!

[@andyman3309]

Andy is a phenomenal host

[@jsshayes1]

When thinking of something in line "Significant Others" I think of Lee Krasner right away.

[@celestialnubian]

Andy Richter is always a win.

[@LEARSIKCIGAM]

this is the most effort Andy has put into something since he crossed a highway on foot to go into a Golden Corral

[@hunter2442]

Andy should be in the MCU!

[@matthewgates4130]

What a great idea for a podcast. Congratulations!

[@gustavosuarez3096]

Andy!!! I miss watching you guys!!

[@asdfzxcv3617]

Andy Richter is fantastic!!!!

[@anotherbutt4chair56]

Andy!

[@anthonygordon9483]

Conans best man and wife. You cant get better then this. Also this is a great example of opposite attract. Me being a introvert has always dated extroverted women. SO I completely understand where Liza is coming from marrying conan. Conan takes in all the energy so liza can feel invisible. Perfect combination.

[@beanzburriton4263]

WE LOVE ANDY!!!!

[@steveg9863]

Thanks Andy

[@kzeich]

"You gotta do something". So true

[@ginat2]

We need more ANDY!!! We missed you!

[@arduous222]

"but I'm broke because SOMEBODY'S SHOW ENDED!"

[@ahsn8010]

I am shouting "More videos of podcasts team coco"

[@jeremyeagan4442]

I listened to her podcast and, I highly recommend it. It's better than her husband's !

[@Dang173]

Andy is the only sidekick who adds value in the show

[@docd0071]

Conans wife is beautiful lucky him..