Zach Woods Calls Conan The “Medici” Of The New York Comedy Scene | Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend

Zach Woods sites “Late Night” as a huge source of income for himself and many other up and coming UCB comedians. Plus, Conan shares how he goes over the top to make conversations about money less awkward.
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ABOUT CONAN O’BRIEN NEEDS A FRIEND
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. Watch highlights of Conan, Sona Movsesian and Matt Gourley chatting with celebrities and meeting fans, along with special segments like “Review the Reviewers” and “Big Dick History.”
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[@frankeckhardtii9072]

The Leprechaun with Marfan syndrome is such a funny phrase that it doesn't even need a skit.

[@makerpat]

and yet Team Coco must find it and post it to youtube immediately.

[@groezy]

im picturing salad fingers with a pot of gold

[@ichrisho]

It’s highly offensive dude.

[@Trea-pl4xr]

That made me burst out laughing when I listening to it when I was going to sleep last night. Had to come and find the clip lol.

[@F1xitinpost]

As someone with Marfans I need this content

[@petecartwright5211]

Woods is a fantastic guest. 30 seconds in and you know you're dealing with an incredibly smart person. He's well-spoken and sharp as a new knife. Personable, funny and jumps right in. Conan's had some really good guests lately. John Mayer was another surprise. Well done.

[@YurikRoss]

You can also tell he did a lot of improv comedy because he was really good at Yes And with Conan silliness. It was natural for him

[@petecartwright5211]

There's a trick to making a good appearance on Conan's show. Observant guests know it's HIS show and to always give him the room when he wants or needs it. The best guests can sense that, let him rip and then jump right in themselves. @@YurikRoss

[@petecartwright5211]

Oh, jeez. Thanks Debbie Downer. We'll be sure to invite you to every party. You're a f***ing hoot you are...@@xahst

[@user-wt3pw1jv6i]

Zach woods is a beautiful soul

[@mattmays9063]

I'm well aware of the immense talent that actors like Zach Woods, Thomas Middleditch, and Ben Schwartz possess. Understanding the complexity and skill involved in their performances, I'm all the more surprised by my own reaction. Given Zach's exceptional ability, my struggle to separate him from his role in 'The Office' speaks volumes. It's not often that I find myself so immersed in a character that I can't distinguish them from the actor. This shock, in a way, is a testament to Zach's profound talent and the unique impact of his portrayal. Knowing just how capable these actors are makes my experience with Zach's character all the more intriguing.

[@CinematicGestures]

About 11 years ago I was at the Metropolitan Opera in NYC, and during the intermission people were hanging out in the lobby, and Woods was there. Some kid recognized him and said he was a huge fan and wanted to get a picture but his dad was outside so Zach was like “Ok” and obliged and went outside with the kid to take a picture with the Lincoln Center backdrop. I thought that was sweet.

[@NitroGummyBear]

It’s those personal one time stories that make people likeable

[@kieferclarkf1674]

Woods is very intelligent and delightful to listen to. Funny, smart, witty.

[@traceridpath6614]

😂 “Strong” 😂 I love Sona’s genuine, sincere laughter. She adds so much to show.

[@happysky108]

Yes, yes, yes to Zach's observations on British people (as an American living in the UK)! While I've always been a big fan of Zach's work, I didn't realize how incredibly perceptive and whip-smart he is. Props to the podcast for making Zach comfortable and letting him be authentic. What a delightful and kind person.

[@Afghamistam]

It's so true. The Norwegians have a word for it (because of course they do it to), but basically the concept is "Never make anyone feel like you think you're better than them" - and the end result is a Brit will never talk about how much they earn, or where they went to university (if it's really good), or sometimes even specifically what their job is - just in case the other person thinks "You think you're better than me, pal?!"

[@squigeyjoe823]

The uni thing only really comes up with Oxbridge, and that's just because it's a proxy for wealth.

[@wingflex5367]

This man is state raised, and he sure isn't afraid to catch a case

[@neebatron]

NoonononononoNOOOOOOO JAAAred

[@alex0589]

that's why you do the oxy

[@cribbibalibba2383]

Thats why you don't dance on the blacktop with Jared

[@BRANDRUMZ]

It’s like when somebody says they want to go birding with you but really they just want to get you alone in the woods so they can take your binoculars.

[@jaybee9016]

His uncle once said he looks like the ghost of a starving virgin

[@asynchronicity]

Zach is just a naturally brilliant performer.

[@sianspherica]

Jared on Silicon Valley is one of the 10 most outright hilarious TV characters in like the last 25 years of TV - easily

[@andrewfroese1067]

“You can’t see this, but he has a terribly deviated septum with little pieces of Franklin’s face” Zack Woods is so good at improv

[@burnacco]

8:48 anybody else noticed the amazing connection Conan and Sona have by this point?? like he literally didn't say ANYTHING about it and she already knows exactly what he means

[@rommelreyes1975]

Zach and Conan are such kindred spirits, their brand of comedy, their intellect and their use of high-level references. So awesome.

[@bschindler19]

This is my ideal Taskmaster and Taskmaster’s assistant pairing for an American version of TM. Please make it happen.

[@jasonezzell6901]

Zach's reference game is on point. Medici? Damn.

[@michaelweston2285]

as soon as Conan started talking about needing talented actors to do bizarre things i immediately thought of Amy playing Andy's sister with those braces headgear.

[@glenneric1]

Man I completely forgot Amy Poehler on Conan! She was hilarious.

[@BRANDRUMZ]

Her and Tina Fey are unreal funny. Miss them on SNL, loved the cast in the 2000s. Fey was also the first head writer on SNL! Wild how the internet ignores absolutely hilarious women!

[@persuasivebarrier2419]

Liked him with In The Loop. First time I saw him.

[@DigitalAndInnovation]

He's actually quite likable when not playing gabe!

[@hhhhzk]

SHUT UP ABOUT THE SUN ☀️

[@andybrockman2503]

Gabe was so awful that I just assumed the actor would be terrible too… I “know” that they are actors, but sometimes I can’t separate it in my mind. This interview really changed my perspective on Zach.

[@allocater2]

What an amazing callback at the end!

[@Lawman212]

A few of those NYC comedy freaks worked for me years ago. They would always call out from work because they got a gig on Conan. But I would watch Conan and they never appeared on the show. For a while I thought they were tricking me. But then I saw one. The Star Wars line episode. Those guys went on to have big Hollywood careers.

[@MrSuperbear90]

i want Conan to sneeze money at me hahaha

[@brokenglassshimmerlikestar3407]

Wow, no idea they cut so many sketches on the old show. Please release the recordings!!!

[@wachinpntdry.]

Silicon Valley was hilarious.. one of the standouts from the last 20 yrs IMO

[@josakura]

He is sooo good. I listened to this ep like 5 times now…

[@Tonyhouse1168]

May Conan bless you and keep you 🎶 all hail Big Red!

[@Knuwl5678]

Wowowowowo, I was just watching conan and Zach woods interviews, must've been a day before this came out and was like I wonder if he's come on the podcast and didn't see it and a couple days later its out lol

[@dmperri]

I absolutely loved him in Avenue 5

[@lachauntiswashington231]

this is great

[@michaelhockus8208]

Conan you need to have Max Weinberg on the podcast!

[@TheNiroBlack]

Conan i love you

[@michaelhockus8208]

Zach Woods is hilarious in the film Spin Me Round, highly recommended!

[@mattj376]

I like Zach he seems like a good dude

[@bobertrobertson130]

Silicon Valley is the funniest show of all time and I also bonded w my dad over it lol

[@Tonyhouse1168]

Team Coco, can we get Final Space on dvd PLEASE?!?!?!!???!

[@rangers11ization]

Sneezing money 😂😂

[@cameronjarrett8763]

God bless Conan O'Brien

[@JMPT]

Nice

[@georgejorden6269]

Conan, Sona and Matt are the best.

[@sharonjaynelau3]

That's our big-hearted Coney (:

[@echambers1112]

Coney! Coooooney! Let me come in. Why, sure Adam, come on in. Oh, I should go, you don't want me here, I should go.

[@bernsbruce2340]

I came here to laugh. Why am I tearing up at Zach telling me even more amazing things Conan did for people just because he's a genuinely nice person?

[@LeGiiTWillie]

8:25 "It's tacky to discuss finances" - Gabe Lewis

[@ollysombrero8427]

There's no way Zach isn't Conan's son.

[@thatguywillt]

Speaking of which, Sarah Paulson would probably make a great guest. She's pretty awesome.

[@gabe246]

conan gimme one billion dollars please

[@edsmith]

I've never laughed so hard, since I watched Amy Poehler playing Andy Richter's sister on Conan.

[@fattiger2000]

Shut up about the sun! SHUT UP ABOUT THE SUN!!!

[@ivarb629]

He's basically Whis from Dragonball 😂

[@georgejorden6269]

There have only been a few Late Night Hosts that are kings and greats of Late Night - In no particular order - Johnny Carson, David Letterman, Craig Ferguson and of course Everyone's Friend - Conan O'Brien.

[@mattmays9063]

Conan, in a move that’s peak Conan, buys a nose hair trimmer, ostensibly as a nod to personal grooming. Yet, there he is, boldly flaunting that unmistakable tuft of hair on his bottom lip, defying the very purpose of his purchase. And somewhere, in a meticulously organized, espresso-scented corner of the world, JorDAN-the paragon of grooming precision-must be shaking his head in disbelief. This isn’t just a missed spot; it’s a statement, as if Conan’s saying, ‘Who needs perfection when you’ve got charisma?’ It’s like Conan's challenging Jordan’s grooming ethos with a playful, ‘Catch me if you can.’ JorDAN! This isn’t just a call to action; it’s a shout across the grooming divide, highlighting the gap between Jordan’s meticulous care and Conan’s charismatic nonchalance. 😂

[@louisrios5546]

Zach recently started creating content on TikTok, and it's a hidden treasure.

[@troywalkertheprogressivean8433]

Silicon Valley is brilliant.

[@tlgibson97]

It would be more odd if Conan didn't have any money after having his own show for so many years.

[@sharonji4237]

awww comedy robinhood! So right!

[@fatnose0]

Somebody needs to do sigma edits of Jared

[@timmacsweet131]

Leprechaun with Marfans Syndrome is definitely Conan’s inner voice.

[@bogwitchsophie]

Zach talking about Brits not liking awards is often referred to as "Tall Poppy Syndrome". Blew my mind when I first heard about it.

[@ds9908]

I still think Andy Richters sister bits were incredible

[@jahosaphat]

It's too funny.

[@F34RDSoldier805]

Sometimes Conan laughs and I actually hear the Joker.

[@marfaxa]

*cites

[@robertbruce2128]

OMG, Sona’s was a JD!

[@Bane97659]

Cites not sites 😊

[@Hydrosized]

OMG, that was Amy Poehler!

[@HJL8094]

GIVE ME BACK MY SON!

[@TVGUY333]

I like Conan here; as being a bit less arrogant.

[@countdowntimers1141]

Zach was funnier on Were here to help podcast

[@swomflys3380]

Hey Conan why don't you go to Haiti now?

[@user-ys1iy4fx8w]

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[@Itskilo]

When you going back to Haiti?

[@YaleStewartArt]

The friend who won't shut up about knowing famous people is 100% Middleditch.

[@byronic-heroine]

That's who I immediately thought of. Thomas Littlebitch.

[@SM-zj2ps]

I think Conan grew up with pretty wealthy parents. Mom a lawyer Dad a doctor.

[@nicolasviaje7159]

That's definitely upper middle class. Enough to be able to afford to raise six children but that itself probably leaves not much to have a "wealthy" lifestyle. Conan lived in the attic and he had to share it with his brothers.

[@DanFlashes99]

I loved Silicon Valley too. Unfortunately a few of its main players (TJ Miller, Thomas Middleditch) have since been deservedly canceled for terrible behavior. Too bad, it sullies the reputation of a great show

[@theccs5012]

Hire

[@Dlfrog]

SHUT UP ABOUT THE 🌞!!

[@chandumanoj2656]

Did Zach just fart @8:07?

[@egret203]

hah! no, I think it's his fingers lightly drumming the table, but I can totally hear it as a small poot.

[@supercooloz13]

Hey Conan, will you be heading over to Haiti anytime soon? Ask for a friend

[@HigherQualityUploads]

When's the next show in Haiti?

[@TheAmericanDreamed]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@SwiftJustice]

More crying from the sniveling right

[@alanunruh7310]

What about Haiti Conan!?!?! Gonna have any good cannibals on soon?!

[@mediocreman2]

Zach has the weirdest face I've ever seen on a man. If he wasn't a nice guy he could have be a movie villain!

[@mojo2968]

hi coco do you still think haiti is a great place or do you lean towards how trump described the place

[@zeezerzam]

Please PLEASE go visit Haiti now. Please get on a plane and go directly to the new leaders. Tell them how virtuous you are and not at sll like that big ol meany Trump. He said it was a SHITHOLE country. GO PROVE HIM WRONG OF VIRTUOUS ONE 😂😂😂😂

[@TheAmericanDreamed]

Hey Conan how os Haiti these days ?

[@stinkerton]

What a pointless question. Why don't you survey a group of Voodoo dolls instead?

[@TheAmericanDreamed]

@@stinkertondo you not remember he did that whole thing about how great Haiti was and he wore those Haiti is already great t shirts because he was virtu signalling cos trump said it was a sh hole

[@SwiftJustice]

​​​@@TheAmericanDreamedmaga cries on the internet for a living. Keep showing us how fragile and *TRIGGERED* Fox made y'all. Lahoos.

[@user-tm8jt2py3d]

​@@SwiftJustice how are they crying? How is it even maga? They are pointing out that rich out of touch celebrities have very bad political opinions, and when Conan goes around the world thinking he's helping he's actually doing immense damage. They're literally eating people in the streets, Conan was virtue signaling just a few years ago saying how great it was, but from his luxury hotel.

[@TheAmericanDreamed]

Vote trump

[@SwiftJustice]

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[@pascaldumont8525]

Why

[@TheAmericanDreamed]

@@pascaldumont8525to make America great against and to stop America turning in to Haiti

[@ShwiftJustice]

​@@TheAmericanDreamed*Trump's last day in office* -Highest evictions in a century -Highest bankruptcies in a century. -Highest unemployment in a century -Stock market crash And he smells bad too.

[@Tonyhouse1168]

Make America great for who?

[@sirchadiusmaximusiii]

Hey Conan, you should return to Haiti now to show us how wonderful the cannibal gangs that have overtaken the streets are.

[@SwiftJustice]

Keep crying, maga. It's all you're good at