Martin Short -- Serious Jibber-Jabber with Conan O'Brien | CONAN on TBS

Conan sits down and shares an hour of laughs with comedy legend Martin Short.
Subscribe to watch more Team Coco videos / @teamcoco
Watch more videos on Team Coco teamcoco.com/video
FOLLOW TEAM COCO ON SOCIAL
Team Coco on Facebook / teamcoco
Team Coco on Twitter / teamcoco
Team Coco on Instagram / teamcoco
ABOUT CONAN ON TBS
Airing weeknights since 2010, CONAN on TBS is home to topical monologues, remote segments, celebrity interviews, musical performances and stand-up from the top comedians in the world. Watch highlights, outtakes and behind the scenes footage of Conan palling around with sidekick Andy Richter, tormenting Associate Producer Jordan Schlansky and playing the latest video games on Clueless Gamer.
ABOUT TEAM COCO
Team Coco is the KZbin home for all things Conan O’Brien and the Team Coco Podcast Network. Team Coco features over 25 years of comedy sketches, celebrity interviews and stand-up comedy sets from CONAN on TBS and Late Night with Conan O’Brien, as well as exclusive videos from podcasts like Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend, Literally! with Rob Lowe, Why Won’t You Date Me? with Nicole Byer, The Three Questions with Andy Richter, May I Elaborate? with JB Smoove and Scam Goddess with Laci Mosley.
Martin Short -- Serious Jibber-Jabber with Conan O'Brien | CONAN on TBS
/ teamcoco

[@kyoopihd]

As much as I love watching Martin in character, whether in a movie or a typical nighttime talk show where he's roasting everyone with his razor-sharp wit, I could listen to him tell stories like this for days. Absolutely adore him.

[@bchearne]

I’ve heard he’s the absolute best and funniest guy at a dinner party. I believe it

[@bajofry13]

Martin Short is arguably the greatest comedic entertainer of the last 30+yrs - considering his abilities of timing, wit, risk, singing, dancing, imitating and the ability to play off whomever he's with - the best.

[@frankhoulihanfh4972]

I think you may be right. ❤

[@technowey]

Not only is Martin Short extremely quick-witted, funny, and creates great characters, but he can also write, act, sing, and dance, and he does all those things well.

[@jamesmarshall1905]

One of my all time faves. Doesn’t get the appreciation he deserves.

[@katc5051]

He also seems universally loved by the Hollywood crowd and that is rare.

[@KEVINSMITH-bq8jk]

​@@jamesmarshall1905😅

[@TonyWud]

You must be so proud, Mrs. Short.

[@technowey]

@@TonyWud - LOL. That's like something Martin Short would say!

[@pcfry8732]

Martin Short is what it's like when you have a crazy person who hears voices in their head, but the voices only say positive, constructive, happy things.

[@casadecolores.ceramics]

what a great description!

[@studyingthewordtogether]

That’s hilarious! So accurate!

[@A-small-amount-of-peas]

I don't know. Have you seen him roast someone? That kitty likes to scratch

[@Bruceybaby2009]

I hope he reads this some day

[@zimzimmy0891]

jj*ķ

[@superduck835]

I love Mr. Short. He is not only truly funny but seems to be a genuinely kindhearted man.

[@withgreatpower6169]

"How have you perpetuated this fraud" Conan kills me every time.

[@utubeDaveutube]

ya, that was hilarious :)

[@MrDeadSea777]

+TheGuyWithTheThingOnTheTable Boooo !

[@CalebMcFarland]

Byron's Reward You realize it was a joke right?

[@phillyneveryoumind415]

@@CalebMcFarland sadly, his only reward was a blank expression and glazed eyes as the joke sailed over his head.

[@tangobango9653]

Mr. Short’s portrayal of Jiminey Glick is pure comic genius.

[@4himsanctified]

making major comedians lose it

[@arthurjones9580]

No kidding -absolute genius!

[@TheSwamper]

I love what Conan does on his show, but it's also great to see him doing a serious interview.

[@neuvocastezero1838]

I think Conan shows us "serious" is a spectrum.

[@NevadaBoss]

I had the privilege of interviewing Marty Short and he was exactly what you would expect, funny, smart, approachable & sharp as a tack. If he's not the funniest man on the planet, he's in the top 3...and that's no lie, I must say!

[@orlock5510]

"I know that, what you think I didn't know that" funny guy

[@JasonGraney]

I wish Hollywood would offer him more opportunity....Short should be seen far more than he is. Incredible talent, incredible person.

[@edm9330]

I think Martin Short is the most underrated and under-appreciated comic of our time. Any talk show he's on is so funny. And his Jiminy Glick character is super funny! I wish he would start doing KZbin interviews with today's stars as Jiminy. I watch reruns over and over all the time and I laugh every time!

[@juliro]

+Ed M Today's vapid reality stars wouldn't even pick up that Jiminy was a fake character. Which would make it even funnier.

[@holohulolo]

I can't belive I've only just heard about him very recently while watching conan's. Watching his interviews before this, I was also thinking he would be a great host for the oscar, also why doesn't he jave his own tall show.

[@z6886]

I miss his own talk show. I worked during the times his show was on, but I took my lunch early just to watch him. Even on my bad days he makes me laugh.

[@suesjoy]

Me too- I re-discovered Jiminy during Covid! He’s been my lifesaver. 💕😎💕

[@lastlaff2777]

He has admitted that him and Steve Martin plan their acts weeks in advance before appearing on a late night talk show. He works very hard and treats his craft with respect.

[@Masso1973]

Absolutely love Martin, not only funny as heck, he radiates kindness as well. The kind of guy you’d love to have around you.

[@vickijohnson9704]

I love Martin Short's humor. He is so natural and funny and down to earth.

[@SalMiniYo]

Two of the funniest people on the planet! You can tell there is mutual admiration between them. Martin Short has been one of my favorite actors. Unfortunately, he is very underrated. He seems like such a genuinely nice and humble guy.

[@Broncomatt33]

Martin is one of the funniest of all time.

[@makeadifference4all]

Everyone praises Martin Short, but the onscreen magic only happens because Associate Producer Jordan Schlansky performs his various tasks.

[@bennyrodriguez2394]

This should have more likes 😂

[@rednek666]

Various Tasks, Jordan performs Tasks assigned to him.

[@seankeipper4277]

After all the hours watching Conan, the only thing I’ve been able to confirm is that Jordan helped get Triumph into the RNC.

[@tenzaneaghll3195]

These two are so wonderful together. You can tell they are genuine friends who love comedy

[@GeorgiaOverdrive]

Conan: "My point is..." Martin: "What is your point?" That made me laugh really hard for some reason.

[@frannybellotti4790]

I think its about timing and speed. Martin Short is sooo fast in my evaluation.

[@shefchenko111]

@@frannybellotti4790 Precisely, I really wish he would do some kind of show with CF.

[@DH-og5yr]

I’m realizing maybe second only to robin Williams but easier to follow.

[@MrDballmoney]

Because it is funny! Lol! I didn't see it coming and that's a big part of it. The element of surprise is another. But the biggest part is that it's so simple. Put that all together and you have a fresh stew of giggles my friend. It's also a transition and it is very difficult to make a transition funny. It's also a secondary line and those always get me. You wouldn't see that line in the trailer if this was a movie either I laughed too, I didn't see it coming and now I'm stealing it :D

[@joelfry4982]

Such lush vegetation!

[@sergioj.rodriguez1190]

I can't tell you how refreshing it is to witness this type of witty talent between these two. Two geniuses in their craft. Thank you Conan for your love and appreciation of comedy and just throwback to a time when it was work, passion, heartbreak, talent, and loyalty to the arts. You keep that close to your heart..it shows. Miss the Conan show, but glad you've made your mark in history as one of the best to ever do it. Thank you, kind sir. 🙏🏼👍🏼👊🏼 Btw, around 7yrs old or so, one of my first characters I would entertain my mom, brother, and lil sis after dinner in the living room was "I must say" (didn't know Ed's name at the time). I enjoyed my older brother not beating on me. Too busy with laughing. Felt pride in seeing my lil sis look up to me as something special. But most of all...loved seeing my mom - in that moment have no worries. No stress about bills and being a single mom. Just laughter filled our house those nights. So, thank you, Martin Short. You weird, weird man you. 😁

[@jaelo2314]

Beautiful memories and tribute

[@katc5051]

Lovely words.

[@troyritchiemusic]

Nailed it- Martin and Conan are two of my favorite people in the world.

[@frankhoulihanfh4972]

I loved this story. ❤

[@BadTiger]

Martin can still crush after decades in the biz. I was blown away. wish he was back on TV again

[@robyescombe]

Only Murders In The Building on Hulu!

[@garysmith208]

I'm from the UK and I genuinely did not know who Martin Short really was until about last year. I'd seen him in a film or two I think but he didn't really register. Came on to KZbin and now I know. Magnificent talent. Un-Trollably brilliant I'd say. Jimini Glick genuinely world class brilliance hilarious. Thank you youtube for introducing me to Martin Short. Martin Short thank YOU sir.

[@marias7599]

Gary Smith He has a brilliant brain

[@terryhaircastle5702]

Yeah I discovered Jimini Click during COVID lockdown I think. From the UK too. I wonder who did it first, him or Sacha Caron Cohen?

[@Charlie311Osburn]

Martin Short is the reason why I love comedy. Making faces, unpredictability and amazing wit.

[@I-0-0-I]

"Oh, your wife sings in the shower." absolutely killed me. How did they not crack?

[@shaokhan4421]

I rewatched this, and you realize just how much reverence Conan has for this man. I think he's even nervous.. lol

[@jaelo2314]

Could it be reverence meets awe? I know it's more than just friends talking. Conan isn't struggling to "get it right" because he knows Martin will bring the lines.

[@mantra3000]

I love Martin Short so fucking much.

[@kingskate15]

'OH! Your wife sings in the shower.' Martin Short has me doubled over at work laughing

[@KidFabulous72]

This was hilarious! I love Martin! The man is truly a legend and deserves so much more respect than he gets

[@AccurateCrabLegs]

Mr. Short has a very genuine and respectful response to Conan's serious "I am 50" at 9:36

[@boogiewoogiebearboy]

rando That’s the joke...

[@ellenorchid01]

I saw Martin Short in "Little Me" on Broadway at the Criterion Theatre (former Roundabout venue). I had an orchestra seat. He was fantastic. He won a Tony. His book is great too. Seems like a loveable genius who works very hard. Conan is a comic genius with enormous charm.

[@GrandAbbot]

Jiminy Glick NEEDS to host the golden globes and the oscars

[@annerchisline9641]

GrandAbbot Could his date be Edith Prickly?

[@frostychickenprods]

And moderate the presidential debates

[@kudabeen]

That would be torture on him...in that suit under those lights for that length of time...geez that would be funny, but taxing.

[@rabbit251]

If you thought Ricky Gervias was insulting, Jiminy would take it to whole different level.

[@rwilson7197]

That would be GRRREEAAT!!!

[@jwonderfulsuccess]

He is really funny. I imagine the laughs at his familys holiday celebrations. Conan is hilarious as well 😆🕊🙏

[@roblennon7934]

Nobody talks about "When Mars Attacks". Hilarious movie with a great cast and Martin had a great part. Recommend the movie to everyone.

[@philly9375]

Martin Short and Conan O'Brien are great. I love these guys and this interview!

[@MyEnemy]

Short is such a class act.

[@imgonnastealyourgirl]

57:39 is so epic. Marty and Conan are heroes of mine.

[@RMGCBK]

I can't believe I just found this. What a wonderful and insightful conversation. Absolutely a joy to watch these two together.

[@JahRandom]

Same here! I absolutely *_LOVE_* Short and, I'm not a fan of any late night show, but so excluding Late Night: I absolutely love Conan as well (the podcast, random appearances, etc.). So I can't believe I missed this. It's almost as funny as Martin's interview on Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend!! The whole interview is very podcasty in it's format/vibe.

[@Zamarae]

@@JahRandomI just found this in 2023! I have been a fan of Martin Short but in the way that I just waited and whenever something with him comes up, I always watch. But now I’m searching all his work and interviews lol and not just because of Only Murders In The Building-but Innerspace was free on KZbin a couple months ago and I was like-I need a Glick Fix

[@KazenoniKakuremi]

21:54 LMFAO Conan: We'll bleep her name ah, nah you won't lol

[@jackjackthompson5771]

A total class act. Period.

[@aropay4495]

With so many talk show hosts being on KZbin just for promoting their shows, it's nice to see one of them understand what KZbin is about, and know that this is the main source of entertainment for a lot of people.

[@emilyisaacs3809]

I love when Martin Short that you are most influenced with comedy when you are around 12. I fell in love with Conan’s comedy around 10 years old and have never stopped loving him! Also the scene in Pure Luck when Matin Short gets stung by the bee, changed my way of looking at comedy, and then years later he started doing Jimminy Glick which I still love!

[@blaineedwards8078]

What is cool is the whole Irish dynamic. Consider that his father was from Crossmaglen, County Armagh in Northern Ireland... ground zero for the Troubles outside of Belfast and a heavily armed bastion of the IRA. The British Army called Armagh, "bandit country" and going into Crossmaglen like entering the territory of the Apaches. So being raised in that pressure cooker of violence and turmoil gave you a very tilted yet satirical and darkly comedic view of life just to carry on with daily existence. They have a saying in Ulster, "if you can't laugh at yourself, you can only cry at the world." I am sure much of that was passed on to young Martin who then took his father's take on life and incorporated it into his own comedic brilliance.

[@AndrewForsleff]

agree with you there, Conan. Martin MUST host the oscars!

[@Johnywang1]

BEST TALK SHOW EVER. I LOVE YOU CONAN!!! martin short is a comedy hero . unreal

[@dyannrhodes4589]

So funny! And that smile, that natural charisma. Martin short is the cutest funniest human this side of the interwebs. ❤😂🙏🥰

[@gounderusbyMichaelTomlins]

All one can truly say - about Conan, Martin Short, this series: BRILLIANT!

[@coryredding84]

"we'll bleep her name out" ..... haha

[@KristinMatte]

I was born post-SCTV (1984) and I still have nothing but love for Martin Short. Yes, he's extremely funny - but he also seems so genuinely nice. He's been a great ambassador for Canada and he deserves the praise Conan gives him. Great guest. SUCK IT INTERNET TROLLS.

[@BradleyLivestreams]

Absolutely fantastic interview! Martin is not only amazingly funny but possesses incredible insight and thoughtfulness. Fun to get into his head. Thank you.

[@MrsBungle78]

I’ve watched this a couple of times now & Martin still kills me! He really is the best. I’d love to have been at that dinner...can you imagine the laughs & the stories?!

[@cultclassic999]

22:55 The person who got upset was Tom Green. (Yeah... the guy who made 'Freddy Got Fingered'). Jiminy asked him about his testicular cancer and Green walked out of the interview.

[@wadeboluyt6229]

surprised it wasn't Chevy Chase lol

[@marias7599]

Wow, that’s interesting

[@lindabucciachio2968]

cultclassic999 hahaha

[@KaninTuzi]

@Michael Freed Larry David did it as a joke

[@KaninTuzi]

@Michael Freed Sure the guy who has a show that is all ad libbed is going to be thrown off by ad lib

[@bigbadgrizzly44]

57:38 Great quick zinger by Martin. Conan's face is priceless. I can't tell if he's pissed off or thinking of a retort. LOL LOL LOL

[@gabslo]

That was hilarious

[@virginiapicker]

I think Conan realized that Short landed a particularly good one and gave him the respect of letting the moment marinate instead of stepping on the joke.

[@aber00all]

LOVE MARTIN SHORT! America's most beloved comic actor!

[@kat.o9419]

Martin is Canadian..but it's nice that America loves him....

[@roseandstem8054]

Continent.

[@greghall606]

Roseand Stem Continent, eh? Well, it's good to know he still has full control of his bladder and bowels at his age.

[@MelaniePJones]

Greg Hall Come on, give her a break. Funny though.

[@kylewhytonen]

Martin Short is an ultimate performer and story teller.

[@dajosee]

I love Martin Short. He is brilliant and always funny.

[@gwenzelle65]

ugh, this interview is perfect.

[@ChristmasCrustacean1]

This is pure gold

[@mwhitney1802]

I love Martin Short's smile.

[@zerobalanceadventures1778]

Martin Short is absolutely a comedic legend

[@cciccone61]

This guy had me in stitches the most out of anyone I’d ever seen. This talk was rather enjoyable. Too many interviews where there’s 1 hour of information getting crammed into 10 minutes.

[@antlers5000]

"I know that you dont think I know that??"

[@margoomahony9565]

Martin Short is out of this world funny. He was the only funny sketch on snl 40. I wish it was still on youtube so I could watch it again. I cried laughing.

[@annehajdu8654]

That's a great description for Martin Short -- out of this world funny! Blazing wit, beyond creative and truly brilliant.

[@Katya_Lastochka]

Are you kidding? Norm killed it.

[@Cassiopeian4eva]

Martin truely is one of the best. Having him host the Oscars is only proper!

[@chocolatechickenpie]

Not a bad idea, but I almost feel he's too good for it.

[@LtSphinx]

I absolutely love Martin Short, grew up on SCTV reruns and love the fact he brought up the CFL, 9 teams are back woo!

[@peterroda3441]

Martin is a genuinely lovely guy. A national treasure. Up there with Terry Fox.

[@Rob_Kates]

He is one of my favorite Canadians, along with Paul Shaffer, Michael J. Fox and the guys from Rush.

[@biegebythesea6775]

@@Rob_Kates michael j fox is canadian???

[@Rob_Kates]

@@biegebythesea6775 Sure is.

[@LynnHarrod]

Martin Short is awesome

[@sheltr9735]

Simply incredible! Literally, laugh-out-loud, soooo many times! But then, the "killer" happens, beginning at 57:39 Delivered with perfect timing, and then followed-up so slyly ("what was your question...?") One of the ultimate Canadians, ever

[@rookymusic6310]

41:00 is why they’re both legends. Both working the invisible internet audience with hilarious jokes and perfect timing that makes you feel like they’re joking with you directly. Intimate vibe even in a sterile studio!

[@manincastle]

I Just spent a very satisfying one hour.

[@frostychickenprods]

And then u saw this. Lol. Jk.

[@manincastle]

+Kevin Piastra: Comedian hahahah good one.

[@marias7599]

KEVIN PIASTRA: COMEDIAN Lol

[@bariswheel]

One of my favorite interviews to date.

[@biegebythesea6775]

baris mancho?

[@alukuhito]

I remember being a kid and watching SCTV reruns all the time. I would always be anticipating at the beginning whether Martin Short would be in the episode or not. Obviously I watched SCTV even if he wasn't in it, but it just made it all the better when he was in the episode. RIP John Candy. John was so incredibly funny too.

[@Canhistoryismylife]

nice to see that martin short is wearing the order of Canada pin

[@kennethvillanueva4353]

what does that represent?

[@veemacks7255]

+Kenneth Villanueva It shows that he's able to browse to google and type in "order of canada" and read what it says.

[@marias7599]

Kenneth Villanueva I think is a recognition given to great Canadian personalities or extraordinary Canadian civilians.

[@dennyskerb4992]

The Order of Canada (French: Ordre du Canada) is a Canadian national order and the second highest honour for merit in the system of orders, decorations, and medals of Canada. It comes second only to membership in the Order of Merit, which is the personal gift of Canada's monarch.

[@aintgonnahappen]

Martin Short has always been a favorite of mine and seeing how awesome he is outside of Hollywood makes him even more awesome. Great man.

[@Peppersfuckingrule]

Conan, this is great public service

[@brcage]

Love Martin Short!!!! Proud to have him as a Canadian! :)

[@joshuadunkley1]

I havent watched the Oscars in years; if Short hosted, I would watch.

[@CharcoalPencilPusher]

Me too.

[@frannybellotti4790]

Word.

[@octo.lina69]

I keep saying, Jiminy Glick should host !

[@MrDLOC11]

I don't know what they're waiting for either .....Marty Short or bette midler, the Oscar's would be riot!!!!

[@therollband1290]

I used to watch Martin Short on SCTV and SNL 40 years ago and I remember it like it was yesterday, he is the best! Anything something comes on with him in it, I have to watch it. He has a new show with Steve Martin and it’s awesome

[@edwinrichards6431]

This is different level , honestly. 2 Geniuses at the top of their game, insanely sharp, quick witted, but unique , brave, quirky, original too...2 lovely honest human beings too with no real ego problems, at least when marty isnt in his fat suit lol Just keep the laughs coming lads xxx kisses from a fully blown hetro

[@NC-ck5oj]

No one makes an entrance on a talk show like Martin Short

[@robertbruce2128]

‘Goodbye everybody, goodbye!’ is hilarious!

[@jones328]

Certain performers bring an instant smile to my face: Rodney Dangerfield, Don Rickles, Jerry Lewis, Jerry Seinfeld, Conan O'Brien, and Martin Short. Two greats here!

[@orlock5510]

Indeed

[@glitteringmultitude5268]

True. Martin is undeniably a comic wizard. And he's been that way since the beginning. His Brock Linehan used to make me crack up. The Glick movie was so bloody funny I still smile when I think about it. 'I see a road....' and the part where he's arguing with Dixie about God vs. Jesus. Just too funny. Love the guy.

[@frostychickenprods]

When I meet people who don't like it or even wanna see it, those people should be in prison lok

[@peterroda3441]

Brock was the best

[@shawnmichalec5671]

Martin Short as Jiminy Glick is some of the funniest comedy I've ever seen.

[@antlers5000]

When Marty made the tune of "yeah" I lost it lol

[@PossiblyMaybeNope]

That 5 second Frank Sinatra/Cross Country/Diet Pepsi bit made me laugh so hard. The guy's a certified genius.

[@brendanwilliams8235]

Martin- "tell you at dinner, that would be fun Conan-"then I'll tweet it out" My mind-"and tell everyone" Conan-"and then everyone will know"

[@jillsovik5631]

I adore Martin Short.

[@wesleybehn4772]

"Is that all there is?...Then I stopped looking down." Sharp as a tack. 😅

[@ucntcit]

Short is one of the best late night guests I've ever seen.

[@mordaciousfilms]

He IS just one of the most ON people in comedy. Constantly quick with a quip.

[@Mssparklez85]

He should have a Jibber Jabber with David Letterman

[@garypaquin9571]

romytomy9 Letterman has become liberated in retirement. Whimsy has returned because he has nothing to lose. He got it all and then got out.

[@eoinoconnell185]

@romytomy9 Not at all. Did you see him on Norm's podcast ?

[@Rob_Kates]

Agreed, I want to see many more of these. I liked the one where he talked with the Simpsons writers.

[@gemcan54]

YES MARTIN SHORT SHOULD HOST THE OSCARS.

[@MiguelGonzalez-sl5bc]

Norm Macdonald would be great on Serious Jibber Jabber. Please next time he's on the show ask him to do it. For his book.

[@Nitro192192]

Miguel Gonzalez It's very tough to get Norm Macdonald to be serious though, I think that's why they haven't done it yet.

[@MiguelGonzalez-sl5bc]

Yeah but he's been serious in one interview I've seen he could probably do it again

[@conserve1energy]

love love love Martin Short!

[@rosebuckner3831]

This is hilarious. And Dinah Shore was not only a singer but a great talk show host.

[@jwdye77]

Canada has so many great comedians. Martin's cricket impression is spot on.

[@guitargod6997]

Two fine comedic talents! Martin Short is the greatest.

[@davidbehrens4760]

"You know what it says on my gravestone? One word: 'Almost'" is so inexplicably funny to me

[@FredHerrman]

Martin Short always makes me laugh my balls off!

[@sliprockdoc]

martin short, chris rock, steve martin, dave chapelle, groucho marx....comic geniuses

[@csamsmith53]

good list!

[@twogeeseflying1922]

2 of these things don’t belong.

[@XxGrizZ]

The only thing that would make this better was if he did this interview as Jiminy Glick.

[@msudak4]

He’s the funniest human ever, you have to be highly intelligent to do what he does.