Conan O’Brien‘s talk show is always filled with interesting conversations and unexpected moments, and a recent episode featuring actor Nicholas Hoult was no exception. As the two chatted, the topic turned to Conan’s fascination with motorcycles and car racing.
Conan admitted that he had gotten seriously into motorcycles for a role in a film called “Young Ones.” Alongside director Jake Paltrow and co-stars Elle Fanning, Cody Smith MC, and Michael Shannon, Conan learned to ride bikes and even got into the sport for a while. However, after a few falls and some close calls, he started to feel that the danger outweighed the excitement.
Instead, Conan found a new passion in car racing, which he considers a bit safer thanks to the roll cage, helmet, and head and neck saver device he wears for protection. He recently took a course at the Circuit of Belotta in the Ferrari, and it seems like his racing journey is only just beginning. After successfully completing track attacks and earning the fastest time, Conan is eagerly awaiting his next race.
For Nicholas Hoult, his love for cars started at a young age, watching and racing cars with his dad. With his natural interest in cars and the opportunity to race around the track, he couldn’t pass it up. He explained that racing makes him feel very present and requires immense focus, even going against human instincts.
Nicholas also shared some thrilling insights into the intensity of racing. Describing a blind turn at high speeds, he mentioned the need to keep his foot on the gas pedal as he navigates the track. The mix of adrenaline and control is something that can only be fully understood through experience. The more he races, the more he builds muscle memory and begins to feel one with the car.
Conan and Nicholas found common ground in the rush of performing and taking risks. Conan related it to his experiences in comedy, where doubt can sometimes hinder the impact of a joke or bit. They both agreed that the element of surprise and surrendering to the moment often leads to the best outcomes. Overthinking can dampen the effectiveness, even for seasoned professionals like themselves.
As their conversation took lighthearted turns with attempts at jokes, both Conan and Nicholas displayed their own unique comedic style. Conan, ever the funnyman, couldn’t resist the temptation to make a wisecrack about his choice of car in the past. Despite the age difference, Nicholas showed restraint and caution, holding back from going too far with the jokes.
Conan O’Brien‘s talk show never fails to entertain, whether it’s through engaging interviews or unexpected conversations about motorcycles and car racing. With Conan’s willingness to take risks and Nicholas’s love for cars, this episode provided a delightful mix of entertainment and camaraderie. Fans of the chat show, talk show lovers, and Conan O’Brien enthusiasts alike are sure to enjoy this lively and amusing conversation.
