In a recent episode of Conan O’Brien‘s talk show, Andy Daly and Matt Gourley took a trip down memory lane as they tried to figure out just how long they have been friends. The conversation began with Daly mentioning that they started doing a podcast together in 2014, but also said that he first met Gourley in 2011. The two attempted to do some quick math to determine the exact number of years they had known each other, but ultimately concluded that it was a challenging task.
As the conversation continued, O’Brien chimed in with some humorous remarks, noting that calculating the distance between 2014 and 2024 is an almost impossible feat. He jokingly referenced a puzzle at CIA headquarters that was rumored to have had no solution, comparing it to their math problem. The chat then took a lighthearted turn as they discussed their religious upbringings, with O’Brien suggesting that Daly try Buddhism and jokingly offering some inaccurate insights about the religion.
The banter continued with O’Brien playfully teasing Daly about his comedy heroes, which did not include O’Brien himself. Despite O’Brien’s attempts at humor, Daly expressed his admiration for O’Brien’s show and its exceptional first episode, which featured John Goodman and Tony Randall. Daly admitted that he never imagined becoming friends with O’Brien but acknowledged the surreal experience of being on the show after years of watching.
O’Brien shared some insights into the famous studio where his talk show is filmed, revealing that it was initially a small radio studio. However, he and Robert Smigel decided to make it bigger and work within the limitations of the space. O’Brien emphasized the importance of embracing limitations, stressing that a bigger space is not always necessary for a successful show.
The conversation took a playful turn as O’Brien discussed the visual tricks used in television, highlighting that viewers can’t accurately gauge the distance between different camera shots. He humorously remarked that this lack of perception might suggest that TV viewers are “stupid” or “dumb,” clearly jokingly judging the audience.
Overall, the episode was filled with lively banter and playful exchanges between the guests and O’Brien. The charismatic host’s quick wit and comedic timing made for an entertaining conversation that left the audience laughing throughout the show.
