Norm Macdonald in Studio Q

[@AfroRyan]

Norm lying about his age in every interview is a great running gag.

[@JackKlumpass]

And him pretending to not know his son’s age was a hoot too😂

[@ylette]

@@JackKlumpass "I wanna say six"

[@davidjulesarseneau6364]

Out of all the celebrities who have ever passed away..Norm has hit me the hardest. 😭

[@BigDome1]

Sorry to hear that. It's a shame he's not around to face the consequences of what he did to you.

[@davidjulesarseneau6364]

@@BigDome1 lol

[@thaqafi]

Same here, bro. When I first read the headline, my immediate reaction was that it was some kind of joke. Moments later when I realised it was true, I audibly gasped and let out a gut-wrenching "Nooo"

[@theoriginaltommysteward]

It sucks so bad. Loved this man.

[@ericclifford4781]

I couldn't agree more. Norm is still the best.

[@sbon4771]

Norm: The shorter the joke the better. Also Norm: A moth walks into a podiatrist’s office…

[@arran6369]

I’m inclined to say he means the “joke” part of it. The “Moth Joke” as it were is 95% story, 5% joke. The joke part being the set up, “a moth walks into a podiatrist” and the link up and punchline “why did you come here? Cos the light was on”. That was the joke. The rest was just essentially filler, a narrative, that could be separate from the “joke” part of it.

[@sbon4771]

The genius of Norm is that he takes this cheesy old joke and subverts your expectation of setup/punchline. Instead the funny part is the improvised meandering middle and the laugh at the end is only the last of many in that bit and mostly funny because he almost makes you forget the premise!

[@tima7756]

@@sbon4771 The other humor element is that the meaningless filler is actually a captivating story in itself. The juxtaposition of a deep engaging story and a completely stupid 2 liner joke no one would laugh at

[@sbon4771]

@@tima7756 I totally agree!

[@jameswilliams7059]

I believe he said "the shorter the joke, the harder it is to write." Not better

[@rawpower12xu]

One of the best Norm Macdonald interviews. “I’ve seen more sunsets that I’m gonna see” 💔

[@clockworkNate]

"I've seen more sunsets than I'm gonna see"** It means he's never going to live long enough to see the same amount of sunsets that he's seen before that point in his life again. He knew his time was short here. 😔

[@johnsong853]

@@clockworkNate that needed to be interpreted?

[@clockworkNate]

@@johnsong853 For op's comment yes. It seems some people think he said "that I'm gonna see" instead of what he actually said "than I'm gonna see" that one word switch changes the meaning a lot.

[@johnsong853]

@@clockworkNate you must think most people are mentally challenged to be putting out such obvious information.

[@clockworkNate]

@@johnsong853 Well I don't think most people are, actually just you at this moment.

[@thegrimyeaper]

I've seen pretty much everything Norm has ever appeared on, and this guy is by far the best interviewer he's had. Everyone else tries to be funny or interject, and they always end up being in the way and annoying. This guy actually makes Norm think and relax. You can tell Norm likes him too, and that makes it even better.

[@thegrimyeaper]

Musiccalgary I listen to Howard every day. Going through the Gilbert Gottfried catalog right now, can't get enough. Howard is good for fucking around, this is good for getting real and philosophical.

[@MulletKid]

Musiccalgary u lose

[@jamesgabany1]

Same I've seen everything with Norm. Guy's just so damn funny. Even when he's not he's incredibly entertaining. Guy's a genius that never got the respect he deserved.

[@LoewenRanger]

That's because this is an actual legitimate arts and entertainment radio program and not a two-bit shock jock show (which is what he's usually on).

[@ryancikovsky6641]

Norm on marc Marons wtf podcast was way better I promise

[@alexbaker1902]

norm was an angel sent from heaven. he loved everyone and never changed for anyone. rip buddy

[@AaronMass-hr8ls]

Very nicely said!!🙏

[@aaronreeder5753]

👍

[@paulforsell5197]

He was like a dog who loved everyone and just gave joy

[@hankochai]

Agree that this guy was an excellent interviewer of Norm. He went along with Norm, didn’t have his own agenda, was very laid back but also quick to follow what Norm was laying down.

[@destroybot3000]

For me it's the fact that he's really listening to Norm's answers, and responding intelligently. A bad interview is the interviewer just reading questions, but not pushing the dialogue further with responses to the answers.

[@Fenriz1222]

Definitely..One of the best semi-serious interviews with norm ive seen an it's partially because of the interviewers way of going with it but still asking good questions that pertain to what they're already talking about but segues into something else nicely. Had a nice flow to it.

[@Koogz406]

He was a fan like us that simple.

[@FlipDahlenburg]

@@Koogz406 No, he didn't slobber and interrupt and talk 'slang' like so many of us fans do. Un-simple.

[@iThomas2000]

This is a really good stream of consciousness

[@edgeheadxCOD]

It's called conversation

[@johnsong853]

@CaptainOblivious you sir, need to watch more Norm clips it seems.

[@intirp]

"and she, the lady with the clothes pins, imagines your life"... OMG Thank you Norm ❤️❤️❤️

[@paulferranti8536]

I’ve watched every Norm clip on KZbin 50 times……it’s still better than any other content

[@Slim_Ch4rles]

Ya know the more I learn about this Norm guy, the more I care for him

[@doubleuponbob3397]

6:35 "And she, the lady with the clothespins imagines your life". Norm is a poet ❤

[@judypratt2868]

that's the prettiest sweetest lighting on Norm. brings out all his boyish good looks.

[@fruitypeebils]

lmao his nose is so red, he looks like the town drunk from an old novel

[@funisnumberone1]

SHAD really did his job well.. Understated style and understands that the show is about the guest, not the host. Norm really felt comfy and gave a great interview. I loved that he complimented Shad at the end, which I rarely see because Norm wouldn't say it to blow smoke. Nice job Shad. Thanks Norm.

[@AwesomePossum342]

couldn’t help but come back to this interview after hearing the news.. one of the most authentic conversations i’ve seen of norm. wish we got to see more from norm and shad together, you can tell there was a real energy between the two

[@s4ckm4n]

Yes, there was sth. going on. A real stream of consciousness thing.

[@scottsmith8162]

yes, a real meeting of the MIND

[@capt_howdy]

I've never been to Canada but i'm gonna make it a point to take that train ride sometime. RIP Norm

[@drewmichael9173]

I love that this guy just lets Norm take the lead

[@boogiemeister9581]

This interview was damn gorgeous. Learnt alot about Norm. People always talk about Norm peforming for himself and not caring about the audience. But he says it himself that he doesn't bomb on purpose. Also, you can tell in his peformances that he doesn't like clapping. He's the only comedian that tries to avoid it. I love that.

[@VangeliRock]

Shad is a great interviewer and host. This one is priceless.

[@decentdiversions]

This was a great interview when I heard it broadcast live. It still stands up. Well done, Shad. RIP Norm.

[@NightMedicine]

Kudos to the interviewer. This is one of the best Norm interviews.

[@Munedawg]

Good host. Listens and asks good questions. Thanks for posting this.

[@Munedawg]

Musiccalgary Respectfully, Stern is talented in his own way, but he talks over his interviewees and doesn't let them get a damn thought out before speaking up with something new. Here, Norm's thoughts on the art of comedy compared to literature was something I've never heard in this way from him, and I am a big Norm fan.

[@Munedawg]

Musiccalgary You've been spewing this all over the threads here and nobody seems to agree with you. Maybe you have a personal grudge or something. Have a good life, bye.

[@briangorman1079]

totally agree - a young host that listens well and has a promising future. i mean, of course he's not going to get the same norm stern got lol. stern has a much more controlling style, and has been at it as long as this kid's been alive.

[@justinc2777]

He was clearly unprepared and looking at notes the entire time.

The 'host' is receiving Q-uestions in his left ear. One of the best examples of a 'cardboard' host.

[@adolfii1893]

I've seen this for the first time. This is an amazing interview ona count of the chemistry.

[@Lilsushi352]

s/o to the interviewer, hope he sees this. norm isn't easy to interview but he did great

[@TyrSkyFatherOfTheGods]

Very thankful for our excellent public broadcaster.

[@jimjambananaslam3596]

It's interesting that Norm prefers the writing side of stand up, considering he probably has the best delivery in the business.

[@ericbrucker]

Norm may be the greatest man that’s ever lived.

[@ChunkOcoal]

I think you’re right

[@jenniferburns5310]

I think so too❤

[@forgetfulstranger]

He's just a chunk of coal, but he's a diamond now

[@mmm6325]

This Shad guy is really good. Too bad this isnt longer.

[@AyAy008]

That's what she said

[@JosephMuin]

@Brian Kimball you don't have a doghouse.

[@randolfo1265]

Shad was a very good host in his time on Q. He is also a very talented recording artist but you knew that already

[@DoctorFurioso]

If you're into hip-hop, or maybe just pop culture, his Netflix documentary series "Hip-Hop Evolution" is very good.

[@Sludgestick]

@C M bad call, this is a great interview

[@stephaniet907]

This is the best interview I have ever heard of Norm Macdonald. Thank you.

[@A2121-h3b]

I wish there were more Norm MacDonalds in this weird world. There's something about him that gives me subtle hope.

[@saintejeannedarc9460]

This is the first time ever that I've seen Norm relax and actually be himself and actually share some things about his real life. I just didn't think he ever did that, until this. Maybe it takes going back up home to Canada, where he can let his hair down again to pull that out of him? On a related side note, I had been spending most of my time following American news the year Trump got elected. It was riveting and I was totally ignoring Canadian news and content, so had to take a 2 week crash course to bone up before our election that year. That's when I noticed the stark difference between rubbing shoulders w/ mostly Americans all the time, and then suddenly being back w/ Canucks again. More easy going, definitely more polite, as per the stereotype, just a very different vibe and truly much more relaxed.

[@NeTxGrl]

I've listened to some very good interviews that Norm has given here in the US. He's very relaxed, philosophical and soul searching. I think it may depend on who's interviewing him. A lot of these interviews have popped up on you tube since his passing.

[@michelemacdonald8600]

A very revealing and excellent interview. I liked the honesty of the host.

[@jomac841]

I’m from Moncton and remember that ordeal. Norm’s thoughtful tweets about his friend and genuine concern for our city is the one positive memory I have from those 36 hours. He had such a big heart and I still miss him a year later. Rip Norm ❤

[@jameswilliams7059]

I've been looking for this interview since Norm's passing. I saw it a while ago, but couldn't remember where it came from. This is the best Norm interview for true fans of the man himself. Finally he gives a true interview. And I feel he knew the end was coming and wanted to give a true interview of himself, along with giving a small time guy (whom he felt worthy) a once in a lifetime interview. Respect, norm

[@kelleywilson3222]

This is the best interview and interviewer I've heard yet. Marvelous.

[@steveyOhmey]

this is the realest I've ever seen Normie. Miss that guy

[@geraldjensen9399]

Norm says "I like Shad" when asked if he would want the job. What a good guy, puts Shad at ease, builds him up and leaves him laughing.

[@Doooooooooooood]

The interviewer is good. It looks like Norm respects him too

[@watershedbarbie9685]

I took the train from Toronto to Prince Rupert once. I sneaked out to the caboose and sat outside on the steps all across the prairies.

[@stewrmo]

I really hope he got to take the train across Canada once more. We will miss you Norm.

[@michealkelly9441]

This needed to be an hour longer, great host and interview

[@hermesperseus8586]

one of the best Norm interviews, props to the interviewer

[@6663000]

Good interview. Shad is a great host, and of course Norm is among the best guests possible (on any show).

[@randolfo1265]

Shad was a very good host in his time on Q. I listened to him daily. He is also a very talented recording artist but you knew that already

[@milkyway4623]

Howdy, Nietsczhe?

[@jsv438]

This was a great interview. These were very good questions and not the obvious ones you hear from most TV broadcasts. We got to hear some very personal insight and unusual perspective he didn't talk about in most interviews. I like these rare moments when Norm would get a bit serious. His comedy act was about being g00fy, and any time we see him serious it becomes more obvious how intelligent he really was. Very good! ~JSV

[@deadliestvice5356]

Thank you for signing off with your name there; i had trouble reading it when it appeared above your comment. ~Joseph Stalin

[@mikegonzo2986]

@@deadliestvice5356 you have a point there ~ Mao Zedong

[@SMacCuUladh]

One of the best interviewers to interview Norm

[@77chev73]

It's nice to be able to see people are able to talk these days ! I don't know how to explain. These guys did well ! Have a blessed day .

[@jimbomorrison7133]

One of a kind for sure. R.I.P. Brother.

[@NathanHassall]

Norm is a fascinating guy and it's nice to hear him being asked different questions from time to time. Excellent interviewer!

[@Beeznitchio]

This is the most unique interview with Norm out of the countless interviews I've seen. This was great.

[@ElectricLadyland87]

Man of all the interviews that would have been so much better to be longer, this one would be fantastic. Him and Shad had great chemistry, hes a great interviewer.

[@michaelstarr1900]

This is a wonderful interview. Ive seen many many many many many interviews with Norm, this is a great one

[@SesameStreetRacingChannel]

Norm is brilliant...super intelligent...absolutely magic in terms of his delivery...he could get away with much more than any comedian...love that he was an unpredictable character.

[@dondevice3342]

That was a really great interview ! I’ve never seen anyone get him to open up and speak clearly about his craft and his personal life like that, with the exception of his appearance on the Marc Maron podcast about six years ago- nice job!

[@bmason182]

Shad is such a great host. He would probably have conflicts with his life as an artist but I wish he'd stick around for a long-term stint on Q

[@EverettNewell]

you are correct (in my opinion). Also, anyone is better than Gomeshi - but those are different points.

[@justinc2777]

He was awful and awkward like every interview he did...hence why he was fired. He had to look at notes half the time and was unprepared.

The 'host' is receiving Q-uestions in his left ear. One of the best examples of a 'cardboard' host. He had no idea who or what Norm is.

[@RW77777777]

I like the part @ 11:50. There's a lot of phonies you'll find that never put themselves out there. They're like politicians, eager to flatter or agree. Norm's not giving marks for a right or wrong answer; he only wants people to try and talk with him. and sometimes that takes courage.

[@pferderber]

@ You couldn't be more wrong

[@clintong2808]

norm is like a fine wine, he gets better with age. cant wait till he is 70, imagine what he'll say then. norm= comedic gold.

[@shpoopyshpoop]

clinton g I don't want him to get older though. I want him to be alive forever );

[@nickandjesschampfuck9754]

"i want to face death squarely" norm said that.... let's appreciate what time we have, and what time is left for him.

[@bl1398]

Maybe he’ll run for president

[@ww-xj9pi]

Hah!?

[@perryreid9137]

well this is sad reading this comment today....

[@MKaufman850]

this was fantastic. one of the best interviews and interviewers I've seen with Norm.

[@KaninTuzi]

This is almost the only interview out there where Norm seems absolutely sincere and with him being generous about his real thoughts on comedy etc

[@superintelligentapefromthe121]

His WTF episode is even better.

[@gregtronica3569]

there's plenty of other ones like that

[@woofwoof1345]

Norm's moth joke is a work of art. I could listen to a group of old bearded intellectuals break apart/interpret that joke like they were analyzing Gatsby.

[@scottscott9150]

I've never seen Norm let his guard down like this in hundreds of interviews. Leave it to Q, or norm's respect for Q . Awesome

[@LN-Lifer]

Flipping the script on late night... Love you Norm. Greatest guest and funniest comic ever

[@JohnSmith-gb1gb]

Thank you. I hadn't seen this. I love anything Norm. He is my hero. I always laugh and learn listening to Norm. Can't find that with most entertainers.

[@DiskoSpider]

I will preface this with the fact that Norm MacDonald is often regarded as one of the best talk show hosts; Shad did an amazing job. I love how he really just lets Norm talk and doesn't try to be the star of the show. On top of that, huge props for him saying he has the exact opposite opinion on comedy as an artform in a respectful manner.

[@rapunzelagain]

"I figured I'd have my sexual awakening with a 78 year-old man." Oh God, I laughed really hard at that one.

[@thebrazilianatlantis165]

"How is that cool, thinking you're not even a human?"

You know I always figured my first time would be with, you know, a lady

[@TVDaJa]

Laught so hard. You can also hear that he wanted to say "a 78 year-old black man" but didn't.

[@Ogaitnas900]

norm's "on accountah" jokes always make me laugh, the phrase can be crazy funny and norm knows hahah

[@BoqPrecision]

Because of him "I reckon" is part of my lingo

[@devadasn]

This was a really great interview. Man I miss norm already

[@goldkhw]

That train talk was great. I made that trip so many times. Back and forth across Canada. The first time we got to the British Columbia mountains in the middle of the night in late December, I looked out of the window and all I could see was wet, black rock disappearing up higher and higher into the night right next to where I was sitting. That was the view. Black as coal.

[@Toeflresources]

But did you inexplicably start in Moncton?

[@Ethan-fh9lq]

Funny you should mention coal, on account of this ol' chunk of coal they dragged into the studio.

[@andrewrank9512]

Christopher Marlowe coal infested

[@bubbyberry]

one of the best norm interviews ever

[@5days61]

This is one of the most candid norm interviews

[@electricearth1101]

I dont think ive ever seen norm do an interview on someone else's podcast til this.

[@apachekeith]

Never seen this before. What a great interview & a great interviewer.

[@russcurt]

great interview! i love all things norm. I didn't know who Shad was before watching this but he did a great job here.

[@randolfo1265]

Shad was a very good host in his time on Q. I listened to him daily. He is also a very talented recording artist but you knew that already

[@pnf197]

Wonderful interview Shad. I've been delving into Norm long before he died, god bless him. One of my theories was that there is a hec of a lot of Canadiana in his stand-up comedy. Phrases, the whole 1920's comedy schticks he was famous for, the use of "eh", or "ehehhhhheh". Norm was formed from rural and isolated Ontario, and like his brother Neil, headed for the big lights, big cities to make their mark. Norm clearly had a work ethic and a love for craft, and his craft was the joke, nothing more. Shad, you broke through the persona Norm lets few enter. You discovered some of this Canadiana and Norm fully identified with it as well, that was an amazing moment for me. Norm was moved and touched by you too -- thanks for making this happen so many years ago, it's Norm like I have never seen him, or rarely so.

[@Petey90112]

Its great when two people you admire mix unexpectedly.

[@Katya_Lastochka]

@I'm unsubscribing. It's great when they die unexpectedly?

[@christieharrison9542]

Wow this is the best norm interview!!!

[@thebeatwontstop]

One of my favourite guys interviewed by another favourite! Loved it great interview - part 2, 3 and 4 welcome

[@HueyPLewis]

Great interview. You really drew it out of him. That's a gift.

[@zztopz7090]

Love this interviewer style.

[@MrMbanze]

The on account of thing cracks me up everytime too!

[@invisibot6602]

One of the best appearances of Norm. Thanks algorithm for NEVER recommending it.

[@1992pkc]

Such a good conversation between a great comedian and a great interviewer!

[@Zelig2Cents]

I have seen most everything there is of Norm on KZbin and I agree with other comments below about how special Norm is. His level of effortless genius and pithiness constantly make me shake my head in admiration. I particularly love how he simply will not let people put him in their convenient box that they've built for him. It's not even like he's reacting to them either. It's more like natural instinct. Like a whale's reaction if a scuba diver tried to push it in a different direction than where he's headed. The whale is like, "Yeah, I'm not going that way." One of my favorite moments was when Norm was interviewed by Larry King. Larry - seemingly bored with his own question - is working his way through his list of obligatory questions, when he asks Norm, "What's something people don't know about you?" What happens next is brilliant. Watch how quickly Norm gets Larry's legit attention. Here's a link that starts at that exact moment... kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZzFc3yNo7udpqM&t=1298

[@PowerfulKundalini]

Watch what Norm does after 0:55 in order to make the host feel more comfortable talking to him. Wow! A great guest and host go a long way.

[@doctoreeeveal]

best interview of norm ever. well done host.

[@OldWorkingMan]

In the '80's, I was given Ellis' first novel 'Less Than Zero', by someone who I thought was smart, and she told me that it was a great book. When I finished the book my opinion of her had changed. Thanks Norm

[@josephchacon8305]

9:23 I think we're getting a different side of norm in this interview, he's always considered sincere but he's a lot less jokey, once in awhile it's nice to see a person after the curtains close

[@JoshMitnick]

Interviewer was great and I loved his hoodie

[@jeffdianebald]

I love how you "get" Norm, too few understand is genius!

[@jakubevolved311]

super dope canadian moment. respect to both these legends

[@TankorSmash]

Hey Shad, you knocked this out of the park, incredible. Clearly a fan but without losing composure. Asking good questions with the right amount of follow up.

[@dakotashanenunley6928]

Wow Norms take on art/comedy shows how brilliant he really is.

[@humanmodeproductions]

Reflecting honestly , I guess I’ve been treating Norm like a father figure. I was wondering why I’ve looked up every interview he’s ever had and spent countless soothing hours in the fetal position in the bath listening to him and he’s kind of exactly the male presence I wish I had had in my life growing up. No disrespect to my dad but he encouraged me to be inauthentic, overachieving, and morally unscrupulous and I’ve spent a lot of time trying to relate how sensitive and thoughtful I was to the person he wanted me to be. When I listen to Norm I hear a version of a life a man could live that’s dignified, self-assured and as thoughtful as possible - no easy answers but a manageable approach for coping with life

[@lakaskafad]

God, what a great interview! This made my Saturday night.

[@bradennees8592]

Shad is almost as good a host as he is a lyricist. Two of my favorite Canadian chunks O’ coal together

[@randolfo1265]

Totally. Shad was a very good host in his time on Q. I listened to him daily. He is also a very talented recording artist but you knew that already

[@kenj.8897]

Good interview, I could tell Norm truly liked the interviewer.

[@ThatJetstream]

"I've seen more sunsets than I'm going to see." Damn Norm RIP

[@DosBear]

What a surprise, Norm is from Quebec yet he is wearing a Winnipeg Jets hoodie as opposed to the Nordiques or Montreal or even The Senators. He was a true Canadian and this just proves it. RIP

[@jennylovescats1917]

Could’ve listened to that for another couple hrs. Hope norm does that radio style comedic story podcast he mentioned.

[@hereintheyear]

Sometimes I'll listen to Norm interviews more than once... and laugh at things I didn't the first time. No need to judge me. This line hit me on the 3rd watch (I'm looking for new Norm at this point): "...and the guy peckin'... I remember the chicken guy went right by me, he was peckin'-tryin' to get some food... ...there's no food."

[@goldenb2256]

me too , i listen to his interviews over and over again . he's brilliantly funny

[@my88110]

For some reason I cracked up at the part where Norm was talking about people who only tell positive stories, "and then I did good again." Just imagining a comedian who's whole act is anecdotes about how successful he is.

[@MattMonk]

Norm is smart.

[@chipperet]

"I've seen more sunsets than I'm going to see" wow, poignant.

[@cindyo6298]

Nah he hates sunsets

[@themegastud]

Too poignant, today.

[@thebrutusmars]

It’s a sort of common phrase, but yeah. It’s pretty.

[@BoqPrecision]

Not poignant...applies to most people above age 38.

[@lehtinen21]

It's nice that Norm's more secure now about his age.