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The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 1 (03.16) – Gary & Shannon react to a long Oscars broadcast, monitor a live Trump press conference, and dive into the latest headlines involving Iran’s leadership.• Shannon opens the show frustrated with the Oscars ceremony, arguing the political bits drag on longer than the lifetime achievement speeches they’re supposed to honor.• Gary admits he recorded the show and started watching late, but says it still felt like it went on forever.• The conversation shifts to President Trump, who is speaking with press ahead of a White House meeting with the Kennedy Center, as he deals with difficult headlines and approval ratings.• Reports about Iran’s new leader being relocated to Moscow spark a bizarre and humorous discussion about the irony of rumors surrounding him.• DHS delays and long security lines continue to disrupt Spring Break travel amid the ongoing shutdown.• Heather Brooker joins the show to break down the biggest moments from the Oscars, including Conan O’Brien’s hosting, major winners, and some controversial jokes from the night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Johnny Mac focuses on Conan O'Brien hosting the Oscars tomorrow night. O'Brien says hosting isn't about nonstop punchlines but guiding the show, balancing entertainment with acknowledging realities like the ongoing war in Iran, and staying topical as jokes quickly become outdated; he emphasizes heavy preparation while keeping the broadcast organic and ready for surprises. Showrunners note annual monitoring and security support from the FBI and LAPD. Mack highlights multiple O'Brien interviews (LA Times, LateNighter with Bill Carter, The New Yorker, and The Hollywood Reporter) covering topics including returning to host, cold open teases, pay for hosting, the 2022 Oscars hosts, and O'Brien's approach to improvising when things go off the rails.The episode also lists South by Southwest comedy shows and performers for tonight at Creek and the Cave and Esther's Follies, 00:18 Conan Hosts Oscars01:31 Topical Jokes and Safety02:44 Podcast Queue Detour03:18 Bill Carter Interview Highlights06:01 Hollywood Reporter Praise07:03 Oscars Pay and Past Hosts07:55 New Yorker Prep and Chaos09:15 Heightened Persona Talk10:51 Ad Free Subscription Pitch11:14 SXSW Comedy Listings Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy.COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free.This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.
Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner are firing back at claims they secretly plotted the release of Kim’s 2007 tape with Ray J. Meanwhile, Conan O’Brien is promising a “very powerful” Oscars tribute to director Rob Reiner that could become one of the night’s biggest moments. And Kelly Clarkson is blasting American Idol, saying the show’s promised $1 million prize wasn’t cash — but “career investment.” “They lied,” she says. Rob’s latest exclusives and insider reporting can be found at robshuter.substack.com His forthcoming novel, It Started With A Whisper, is now available for pre-orderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tim Conway Jr. Show Hour 1 (3.12) Did you survive today’s excessive heat in SoCal? Tim Conway Jr is a firm believer that cash is king — carry it on your person, Bub! And for God’s sake, put some in your earthquake kit! Unfortunately, last night the ATM stole Tim’s card! And it became a whole kerfuffle. It's the big weekend for the Oscar awards happening in Hollywood on Sunday. Who are the favorites? Last December, the night before Nick Reiner allegedly stabbed to death his parents Rob and Michele Reiner, they were attending Conan O’Brien’s festive party. At Sunday’s Oscars ceremony, O’Brien will host, and there will be a huge in memoriam tribute to the filmmaker and his wife. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matthew Berry (Toast of London, What We Do in the Shadows) will be the Oscars announcer as Conan O'Brien hosts. He highlights a Variety critique arguing Stephen Colbert's Late Show goodbye has shifted from anti-Trump resistance to an ego trip, with guests increasingly praising Colbert. Mack recaps Conan on the Kelce brothers' New Heights podcast, including a bit about yelling at Jason Kelce's kids, and notes Conan's age. He reads harsh Facebook comments on Bill Burr's Rhode Island presales and cites a New York Times item where Joe Rogan says Trump supporters feel betrayed by the Iran war. He plugs Theo Von at Baton Rouge's St. Patrick's Day parade and offers “comedy stock market” picks: buy Will Ferrell, Derek Stroop, Bobby Lee, Chris Fleming; hold Conan O'Brien; plus SXSW comedy notes featuring Bill Burr and Devon Walker. 00:58 Oscars Announcer Hype01:53 Matthew Berry Pronunciation Bit02:52 Colbert Farewell Critique04:25 Conan on New Heights with the Kelce brothers05:47 Bill Burr Facebook Backlash06:51 Rogan on Trump and War07:39 Theo Von Parade Plug07:59 Comedy Stock Market Picks10:38 SXSW Comedy and Wrap UpBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy.COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free.This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.
The 98th Academy Awards, set for March 15, 2026, celebrate the best films of 2025 with one of the most competitive races in years. Ryan Coogler’s Sinners leads the field with a record‑breaking 16 nominations, while One Battle After Another, Hamnet, Marty Supreme, and Sentimental Value round out a diverse Best Picture lineup. Hosted again by Conan O’Brien, the ceremony also introduces Best Casting as a new category, reflecting the Academy’s evolving priorities and a growing embrace of bold storytelling and new voices. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Broeske & Musson' on all platforms: --- The ‘Broeske & Musson Podcast’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- ‘Broeske & Musson' Weekdays 9-11 AM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Facebook | Podcast| X | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Iran's new plans include possibly sending drones to the state of California to retaliate against the USA for destroying its regime and infrastructure. The new leader of Iran, Mojtaba Khamenei, may have had his leg allegedly blown off. Oil is poised to continue its climb after more oil ships were destroyed last night. More news comes out about Jeffrey Epstein, and certain doctors were mentioned in the Epstein files, including more young girls and more injuries. Mark interviews economist Steve Moore. Gas prices have risen even as U.S. oil production is strong, because oil is a global commodity. California has a high gas tax that adds to the price of gas. Why does the government have to run the airports? Getting rid of state income tax could benefit many states. Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is aiming to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed to continue to disrupt the oil supply. Iran is supposed to be dropping major bombs today and in the coming days. Conan O' Brien may be the most relevant person today who is the closest to how classic late-night TV was, like Johnny Carson. Mark interviews WOR weeknight host Jimmy Failla. Jimmy will be a host at the 2026 White House Correspondents' Dinner, and he is excited! Ozempic is a good drug to lose weight with; however, it could make your face look weaker over time. The new Aitolia put out a statement that the USA should be careful and watch out for itself, including keeping the Strait of Hormuz blocked. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is aiming to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed to continue to disrupt the oil supply. Iran is supposed to be dropping major bombs today and in the coming days. Conan O' Brien may be the most relevant person today who is the closest to how classic late-night TV was, like Johnny Carson.
Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is aiming to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed to continue to disrupt the oil supply. Iran is supposed to be dropping major bombs today and in the coming days. Conan O' Brien may be the most relevant person today who is the closest to how classic late-night TV was, like Johnny Carson. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews WOR weeknight host Jimmy Failla. Jimmy will be a host at the 2026 White House Correspondents' Dinner, and he is excited! Ozempic is a good drug to lose weight with; however, it could make your face look weaker over time. The new Aitolia put out a statement that the USA should be careful and watch out for itself, including keeping the Strait of Hormuz blocked.
Iran's new plans include possibly sending drones to the state of California to retaliate against the USA for destroying its regime and infrastructure. The new leader of Iran, Mojtaba Khamenei, may have had his leg allegedly blown off. Oil is poised to continue its climb after more oil ships were destroyed last night. More news comes out about Jeffrey Epstein, and certain doctors were mentioned in the Epstein files, including more young girls and more injuries. Mark interviews economist Steve Moore. Gas prices have risen even as U.S. oil production is strong, because oil is a global commodity. California has a high gas tax that adds to the price of gas. Why does the government have to run the airports? Getting rid of state income tax could benefit many states. Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is aiming to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed to continue to disrupt the oil supply. Iran is supposed to be dropping major bombs today and in the coming days. Conan O' Brien may be the most relevant person today who is the closest to how classic late-night TV was, like Johnny Carson. Mark interviews WOR weeknight host Jimmy Failla. Jimmy will be a host at the 2026 White House Correspondents' Dinner, and he is excited! Ozempic is a good drug to lose weight with; however, it could make your face look weaker over time. The new Aitolia put out a statement that the USA should be careful and watch out for itself, including keeping the Strait of Hormuz blocked.
Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is aiming to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed to continue to disrupt the oil supply. Iran is supposed to be dropping major bombs today and in the coming days. Conan O' Brien may be the most relevant person today who is the closest to how classic late-night TV was, like Johnny Carson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is aiming to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed to continue to disrupt the oil supply. Iran is supposed to be dropping major bombs today and in the coming days. Conan O' Brien may be the most relevant person today who is the closest to how classic late-night TV was, like Johnny Carson. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews WOR weeknight host Jimmy Failla. Jimmy will be a host at the 2026 White House Correspondents' Dinner, and he is excited! Ozempic is a good drug to lose weight with; however, it could make your face look weaker over time. The new Aitolia put out a statement that the USA should be careful and watch out for itself, including keeping the Strait of Hormuz blocked. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Hill's Pet Nutrition! Today, we are joined by comedy legend, Oscars host, and fellow podcaster, Conan O'Brien!First, Travis gives us his thoughts on coming back for his 14th NFL season, we recap a wild free agency, and we break down the biggest news story of the last week, Mamma Kelce renovating her modest Florida home. Later, we are joined by Conan O'Brien. We talk all about his prep to host the Academy Awards, his rocky start at Late Night, his best advice for how we can become better interviewers, his favorite Chris Farley story, the one late night guest that always crushed, his greatest athletic achievements, and so much more! You can participate in the New Heights x Reese's March Madness Bracket Challenge with the links below: Men's Bracket Link: https://bit.ly/NHMensBracket26Women's Bracket: https://bit.ly/NHWomensBracket26Check out all of our new merch at https://amzlink.to/az0JVda6JMjOrWatch and listen to new episodes of New Heights every Wednesday during the NFL season and follow us on Social Media for all the best moments from the show: https://lnk.to/newheightshowYou can also listen to new episodes on Wondery, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. ...Download the full podcast here:Wondery: https://wondery.app.link/s9hHTgtXpMbApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-heights/id1643745036Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1y3SUbFMUSESC1N43tBleK?si=LsuQ4a5MRN6wGMcfVcuynwSend something to the New Heights Mailbox. Don't be weird though. C/O New Heights Productions135 E OLIVE AVE, BURBANK, CA 91502Support the show: HILLS PET NUTRITION: Because you're only human, there's Hill's. Find the right food at https://www.hillspet.com/sciencedoesmoreAMERICAN EXPRESS: The Platinum card gives you access to the largest curated global hotel program through Fine Hotels + Resorts® and The Hotel Collection. Terms apply. Learn more at http://americanexpress.com/withplatinum. Largest as compared to other credit card programs with special benefits through Fine Hotels + Resorts® and The Hotel Collection, as of 7/2025LIQUID IV: Tear. Pour. Live More. Go to https://www.liquid-iv.com/ and get 20% off your first order with code NEWHEIGHTS at checkout.ALLSTATE: Check Allstate first for a quote that could save you hundreds: https://allstate.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The legal drama between Leah McSweeney and Bravo just took a very public turn after a federal judge ruled her lawsuit against Andy Cohen and the network will play out in open court—not behind closed doors in arbitration. Meanwhile, Jeopardy! delivered a sharp pop-culture jab at Timothée Chalamet with a savage clue referencing his much-mocked “ballet and opera” comments. And Conan O’Brien is getting candid about the state of television, revealing that a viral moment on Hot Ones—not anything on network TV—was when he realized the late-night era might truly be over. Rob’s latest exclusives and insider reporting can be found at robshuter.substack.com His forthcoming novel, It Started With A Whisper, is now available for pre-orderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join us this week as we recap the whole drama with Timothee Chalamet and the ballet/ opera comments he made that seems to have tanked his chances and reputation. Jessica and Jenn watched all 10 Oscar films collectively and have thoughts. We dive into them individually both as a whole and the casting in them. We discuss the new Casting Director award and who we are championing for! And lastly we are psyched that Conan O'Brien is hosting this year and will hopefully, maybe watch :) Grab your favorite cocktail and join us for a fun episode!Make sure to subscribe to our YOU TUBE channel for more fun video content!──────────────────────────Stay Tuned with Tipsy Casting on IGWatch the Tipsy Casting YouTube ChannelFollow Jessica & Follow Jenn Learn More About Jess & Jenn's Casting Journeys -- Thank you,Jess & Jennwww.TipsyCasting.com Check out our Podcast HERE!
On the eve of his return to host the Academy Awards, late-night legend Conan O'Brien joins Bill Carter for a wide-ranging conversation about stepping back onto one of television's biggest—and riskiest—stages.
Britney Spears’ family is hesitant to step in despite concern following her recent DUI arrest, wary after the fierce backlash over her conservatorship. Conan O’Brien is addressing the eerie timing after Rob and Michele Reiner attended his Christmas party just hours before their murders. Meghan Markle’s team is also pushing back on reports that her As Ever brand is expanding globally following the end of her Netflix partnership. Rob’s latest exclusives and insider reporting can be found at robshuter.substack.com His forthcoming novel, It Started With A Whisper, is now available for pre-orderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Johnny Mack delivers Daily Comedy News, addressing speculation that Theo Von is the Masked Singer character “High Voltage,” then argues the voice and body type don't match. He reports Conan O'Brien will give the keynote at Harvard's 375th commencement and recaps Conan's appearance on Michelle Obama's podcast discussing performing at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, the Oscars, and the difficulty of doing news-driven comedy today.Other items include Jerry Seinfeld dining in Worcester before shows, Amy Schumer dancing on camera at a Knicks game, and book recommendations from John Mulaney (Jim Newton's Grateful Dead book and Ken Kesey's Sometimes a Great Notion) and Anthony Jeselnik (Vonnegut's Mother Night). He notes an SNL UK trailer, Matt Rife setting a Prudential Center comedy attendance record, Ike Barinholtz launching the trivia podcast Funny You Ask March 25, and Margaret Cho saying Trump repeatedly asked her to do The Apprentice. 00:17 Theo Von on the Masked Singer?01:52 Conan Harvard And Oscars02:48 Conan On Michelle Obama04:32 Seinfeld Dinner Order05:08 Amy Schumer Knicks Cam05:32 Mulaney Book Club Picks07:49 SNL UK Trailer08:35 Matt Rife Attendance Record09:31 Comedy Survivor Tease09:45 Ike Barinholtz Trivia Pod12:12 Margaret Cho Trump Invite Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy.COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free.This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.
Television host, comedian, writer and Oscars host Conan O'Brien joins IMO! Conan shares how the incredible work a younger, more awkward version of himself did to get him to where he is today; his hilarious family; and the advice he has for young people struggling to find their way. Plus, an appearance by a very special guest. Have a question you want answered? Write to us at imopod.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Who doesn't love two Harvard dweebs talking about jokes rather than telling them? The guys talk with Conan O'Brien about dopamine, families, why politicians aren't funny, his new movie with Rose Byrne, and why Ben wants him to do a history podcast.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/conduit/122 http://relay.fm/conduit/122 Kathy Campbell and Jay Miller Jay is gone again, so Kathy brings back Merlin Mann to discuss productivity porn as well as a ton of other topics of import. Jay is gone again, so Kathy brings back Merlin Mann to discuss productivity porn as well as a ton of other topics of import. clean 5583 Jay is gone again, so Kathy brings back Merlin Mann to discuss productivity porn as well as a ton of other topics of import. Guest Starring: Merlin Mann Links and Show Notes: Checked Connections - Merlin ✅ - Working on collecting the old sites and Fives list - Kathy ✅ - Get ready for unicorning cowork Keep sending those MyConduit Connections to us on Discord and through Feedback! New Connections - Merlin - Keep working on the site thing - Kathy - Take things to the post office For Our Super Conductors: Pre-Show: LIDar on iOS. How do you know if you're ladder is against the right wall? Post-Show: Embracing the chaos Credits Music: When You Smile Executive Producers: Relay FM Discord Community Conduit e122 Links Merlin's One Good Things Where Everybody Knows Your Name: Judy Greer (Ted Danson, Conan O'Brien Network) -- "I went in thinking, oh, this looks really good, and I ended up liking it probably twice as much as I expected." Judy Greer -- Cheryl/Carol on Archer, Kitty Sanchez on Arrested Development. "It was neat to hear her talk about how important it was for her to get better at acting." Typora -- WYSIWYG Markdown editor ($15). "A really nice balance of what I'm looking for" -- discovered through the 5ives redesign work with Claude. Judi Dench speech on The Graham Norton Show -- "Made me cry." Kathy's One Good Thing Flavor Flav sponsoring the US women's hockey team -- Vegas celebration for the gold-medal team. Merlin responded by rapping "Bring the Noise" from memory. Merlin's Shows Do By Friday (with Alex Cox) Reconcilable Differences (with John Siracusa) Roderick on the Line (with John Roderick) Productivity / Publishing Inbox Zero -- "I'm the inbox zero guy." Merlin originated the concept; the world turned it into a marketing term. 43folders.com -- "In 2004, there were not a lot of websites about how to deal with your productivity problems as a Mac user." Back to Work (5by5) -- former podcast David Allen / Getting Things Done -- "He claims he's the laziest man in the world, and I've always admired that he says that." Danny O'Brien and the 2005 ETech "Life Hacks" talk -- "Danny and I are both so addled and odd and different... his energy was just incandescent to be around." The conference where Merlin's laptop had Wi-Fi for the first time. Site Meter -- "There's your life before site meter and your life after site meter." The little GIF badge that counted page loads and launched a million blog vanity spirals. 5ives & Typography 5ives -- Merlin's list site (2002), 450 lists, being revived. "I'm pleased with myself. I like that I made four hundred and fifty lists that some people thought were funny in the 2000s." Matthew Butterick -- fonts, Practical Typography. "One of those people where I'm just interested in your deal," like Simon Willison or Edgar Wright. Merlin bought the entire font set during a bout of situational depression and is finally using them for the 5ives redesign. Movies & TV The Hollow Crown (BBC) -- Trailer. "Look at that stacked cast." Ben Whishaw, Tom Hiddleston, Sophie Okonedo, Rory Kinnear. Merlin told Kathy to buy it on Apple TV "or I can pirate it for you." Kenneth Branagh's Henry V (1989) -- "My number one movie that I recommend." "You don't even need to understand what they're saying. It'll still give you shivers." Mark Rylance: St. Crispin's Day speech at the Globe -- "It gives you a different kind of shivers, like a different part of your neck and your back." Merlin recited part of the speech from memory. The Death of Stalin (2017) -- "A very dark, very funny film" by Armando Iannucci. Veep / The Thick of It -- "It's gonna be difficult difficult lemon difficult." Both Iannucci. Led to Merlin imagining Matthew Butterick as a Veep restaurant reservation alias. Women Talking (2022) / Men (2022) -- Merlin's suggested double feature for mom's night. "Start with Women Talking, back with Men." Jessie Buckley, Rory Kinnear. Our Flag Means Death -- Merlin named his Mac Studio "Buttons" after Ewen Bremner's Mr. Buttons ("the guy from Trainspotting"). Rhys Darby, Kristian Nairn ("Hodor's on there. He's a big fella."). Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009) -- "Just to be available." Merlin's favorite line, from Mr. Kylie the possum wanting to know his job in the big plan. Music Vikingur Olafsson: Goldberg Variations (Deutsche Grammophon, 2023) -- Merlin's current obsession. "I care so intensely about that." Discovered after years of only knowing Glenn Gould. Glenn Gould: 1955 vs. 1981 Goldberg Variations -- The famous pair: 38 minutes of youthful showmanship vs. 51 minutes of deliberate structure. Public Enemy -- "Bring the Noise" -- Merlin rapped the full opening verse from memory when Kathy mentioned Flavor Flav. "Bass, how low can you go?" Poetry Gwendolyn Brooks -- "We Real Cool" (video of her 1983 Guggenheim reading) -- "We real cool. We jazz June. We die soon." Merlin on hearing poetry "in the air" vs. on the page. Sylvia Plath -- "Daddy" (her 1962 BBC recording) -- "You do not do, you do not do... you really hear something you didn't see on the page." Books & Podcasts Bessel van der Kolk on The Ezra Klein Show -- "One of my all-time favorite podcast episodes. It changed my life. Everything you know about trauma is screwing you up." Off Menu -- celebrities describe their dream meal. The Amanda Seyfried episode taught Merlin about a kind of olive he now puts on Brussels sprouts. Mr. Show with Bob and David -- source of the "hey everybody" drum bit Merlin does throughout. "I'm very, very, very specifically stealing it from a bit about the new Ku Klux Klan." Blank Check (Griffin Newman) -- source of "the great ___" bit. "I'll credit Griffin Newman for that bit." People James Thompson (PCalc, Dice by PCalc) -- "What if twenty-sided dice fell on your head?" Merlin on how James finds delight in close-to-the-metal Apple tech. Armando Iannucci -- "If you like English nerd comedy, he's really something." Simon Willison, Matt Webb, danah boyd -- people Merlin follows because "I'm just interested in your deal." Edgar Wright -- "I will just show up because I'm interested in what he's up to. I don't even care if I like his movie." Ecamm Live -- streaming app Kathy uses for her unicorn co-working sessions. Pre-Show (Superconductors only) LiDAR accessibility features on iPhone -- Merlin fiddled with it on the street, "pointing his phone at people for a very long time." Apple's breathing sleep LED -- the MacBook pulsing light. Kathy: "So relaxing, so unnecessary and delightful." Apple researched sleeping respiratory rates and chose the calmest end of the spectrum. Erich Brenn, plate spinner, on The Ed Sullivan Show -- the origin of "spinning plates" as a metaphor. 8 appearances in the 1950s-60s. Support Conduit with a Relay Membership
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/conduit/122 http://relay.fm/conduit/122 There is No One True Anything with Merlin Mann 122 Kathy Campbell and Jay Miller Jay is gone again, so Kathy brings back Merlin Mann to discuss productivity porn as well as a ton of other topics of import. Jay is gone again, so Kathy brings back Merlin Mann to discuss productivity porn as well as a ton of other topics of import. clean 5583 Jay is gone again, so Kathy brings back Merlin Mann to discuss productivity porn as well as a ton of other topics of import. Guest Starring: Merlin Mann Links and Show Notes: Checked Connections - Merlin ✅ - Working on collecting the old sites and Fives list - Kathy ✅ - Get ready for unicorning cowork Keep sending those MyConduit Connections to us on Discord and through Feedback! New Connections - Merlin - Keep working on the site thing - Kathy - Take things to the post office For Our Super Conductors: Pre-Show: LIDar on iOS. How do you know if you're ladder is against the right wall? Post-Show: Embracing the chaos Credits Music: When You Smile Executive Producers: Relay FM Discord Community Conduit e122 Links Merlin's One Good Things Where Everybody Knows Your Name: Judy Greer (Ted Danson, Conan O'Brien Network) -- "I went in thinking, oh, this looks really good, and I ended up liking it probably twice as much as I expected." Judy Greer -- Cheryl/Carol on Archer, Kitty Sanchez on Arrested Development. "It was neat to hear her talk about how important it was for her to get better at acting." Typora -- WYSIWYG Markdown editor ($15). "A really nice balance of what I'm looking for" -- discovered through the 5ives redesign work with Claude. Judi Dench speech on The Graham Norton Show -- "Made me cry." Kathy's One Good Thing Flavor Flav sponsoring the US women's hockey team -- Vegas celebration for the gold-medal team. Merlin responded by rapping "Bring the Noise" from memory. Merlin's Shows Do By Friday (with Alex Cox) Reconcilable Differences (with John Siracusa) Roderick on the Line (with John Roderick) Productivity / Publishing Inbox Zero -- "I'm the inbox zero guy." Merlin originated the concept; the world turned it into a marketing term. 43folders.com -- "In 2004, there were not a lot of websites about how to deal with your productivity problems as a Mac user." Back to Work (5by5) -- former podcast David Allen / Getting Things Done -- "He claims he's the laziest man in the world, and I've always admired that he says that." Danny O'Brien and the 2005 ETech "Life Hacks" talk -- "Danny and I are both so addled and odd and different... his energy was just incandescent to be around." The conference where Merlin's laptop had Wi-Fi for the first time. Site Meter -- "There's your life before site meter and your life after site meter." The little GIF badge that counted page loads and launched a million blog vanity spirals. 5ives & Typography 5ives -- Merlin's list site (2002), 450 lists, being revived. "I'm pleased with myself. I like that I made four hundred and fifty lists that some people thought were funny in the 2000s." Matthew Butterick -- fonts, Practical Typography. "One of those people where I'm just interested in your deal," like Simon Willison or Edgar Wright. Merlin bought the entire font set during a bout of situational depression and is finally using them for the 5ives redesign. Movies & TV The Hollow Crown (BBC) -- Trailer. "Look at that stacked cast." Ben Whishaw, Tom Hiddleston, Sophie Okonedo, Rory Kinnear. Merlin told Kathy to buy it on Apple TV "or I can pirate it for you." Kenneth Branagh's Henry V (1989) -- "My number one movie that I recommend." "You don't even need to understand what they're saying. It'll still give you shivers." Mark Rylance: St. Crispin's Day speech at the Globe -- "It gives you a different kind of shivers, like a different part of your neck and your back." Merlin recited part of the speech from memory. The Death of Stalin (2017) -- "A very dark, very funny film" by Armando Iannucci. Veep / The Thick of It -- "It's gonna be difficult difficult lemon difficult." Both Iannucci. Led to Merlin imagining Matthew Butterick as a Veep restaurant reservation alias. Women Talking (2022) / Men (2022) -- Merlin's suggested double feature for mom's night. "Start with Women Talking, back with Men." Jessie Buckley, Rory Kinnear. Our Flag Means Death -- Merlin named his Mac Studio "Buttons" after Ewen Bremner's Mr. Buttons ("the guy from Trainspotting"). Rhys Darby, Kristian Nairn ("Hodor's on there. He's a big fella."). Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009) -- "Just to be available." Merlin's favorite line, from Mr. Kylie the possum wanting to know his job in the big plan. Music Vikingur Olafsson: Goldberg Variations (Deutsche Grammophon, 2023) -- Merlin's current obsession. "I care so intensely about that." Discovered after years of only knowing Glenn Gould. Glenn Gould: 1955 vs. 1981 Goldberg Variations -- The famous pair: 38 minutes of youthful showmanship vs. 51 minutes of deliberate structure. Public Enemy -- "Bring the Noise" -- Merlin rapped the full opening verse from memory when Kathy mentioned Flavor Flav. "Bass, how low can you go?" Poetry Gwendolyn Brooks -- "We Real Cool" (video of her 1983 Guggenheim reading) -- "We real cool. We jazz June. We die soon." Merlin on hearing poetry "in the air" vs. on the page. Sylvia Plath -- "Daddy" (her 1962 BBC recording) -- "You do not do, you do not do... you really hear something you didn't see on the page." Books & Podcasts Bessel van der Kolk on The Ezra Klein Show -- "One of my all-time favorite podcast episodes. It changed my life. Everything you know about trauma is screwing you up." Off Menu -- celebrities describe their dream meal. The Amanda Seyfried episode taught Merlin about a kind of olive he now puts on Brussels sprouts. Mr. Show with Bob and David -- source of the "hey everybody" drum bit Merlin does throughout. "I'm very, very, very specifically stealing it from a bit about the new Ku Klux Klan." Blank Check (Griffin Newman) -- source of "the great ___" bit. "I'll credit Griffin Newman for that bit." People James Thompson (PCalc, Dice by PCalc) -- "What if twenty-sided dice fell on your head?" Merlin on how James finds delight in close-to-the-metal Apple tech. Armando Iannucci -- "If you like English nerd comedy, he's really something." Simon Willison, Matt Webb, danah boyd -- people Merlin follows because "I'm just interested in your deal." Edgar Wright -- "I will just show up because I'm interested in what he's up to. I don't even care if I like his movie." Ecamm Live -- streaming app Kathy uses for her unicorn co-working sessions. Pre-Show (Superconductors only) LiDAR accessibility features on iPhone -- Merlin fiddled with it on the street, "pointing his phone at people for a very long time." Apple's breathing sleep LED -- the MacBook pulsing light. Kathy: "So relaxing, so unnecessary and delightful." Apple researched sleeping respiratory rates and chose the calmest end of the spectrum. Erich Brenn, plate spinner, on The Ed Sullivan Show -- the origin of "spinning plates" as a metaphor. 8 appearances in the 1950s-60s. Support Conduit with a Relay Membership
Conan O'Brien discusses with the New Yorker Radio Hour the murders of Rob and Michelle Reiner, reflecting on seeing them at his party the day they were killed, and notes Nick Reiner's not-guilty plea in LA Superior Court with an April 29 court date; Nick Reiner faces two murder counts with an enhancement that could bring the death penalty or life without parole and is held without bail at Twin Towers.Conan also comments on Stephen Colbert being angry about the situation around his show, the impact on staff, and broader issues of voices being silenced, while noting he's enjoyed opportunities after leaving late night.Colbert is scheduled to be live after tonight's State of the Union. The episode highlights new specials: Taylor Tomlinson's fourth Netflix hour “Prodigal Daughter,” filmed at Fountain Street Church in Grand Rapids and covering topics including coming out as bisexual, faith, religious trauma, sexuality, and fear of death; and Pete Holmes' “Silly, Silly, Fun Boy” premiering on the 800 Pound Gorilla YouTube channel, plus mention of Matt Rife and Paul Elia's “Low Key” special.Brian Posehn tells Northern Public Radio he's always been an alternative comic and comments on today's comedy climate as a ‘revenge of the jocks.'Jim Jefferies explains his political positioning between Australia and the U.S., criticizes religion in politics, says most people are moderates, and says he's glad he isn't hosting a topical show in 2026, preferring to do a multicam sitcom.Jenny Zigrino discusses fundraising for her new special “After Birth,” the financial pressures of algorithms and social media, how her 2017 Comedy Central special paid $20,000, how she used GoFundMe for a later special that Comedy Central released in 2023, and how platforms like Facebook can pay comedians but require constant posting; she says Netflix won't look at you without 500,000+ followers. Jim Breuer criticizes American Airlines, saying he was removed from a paid first-class seat on a Honolulu-to-Phoenix flight to accommodate a commuting pilot, calling it theft; reports say he received a $400 refund and a $500 voucher and his request to speak to someone went unanswered. Johnny notes a surprise bonus episode with Mike Chisholm from the Letterman Podcast, updates on the Comedy Survivor Facebook group after a mini controversy and Jim Gaffigan being voted out, lists remaining comedians, reads a listener email comparing his voice to Maynard James Keenan, and shares press comments from Joel McHale and Dennis Leary, including Leary's interest in doing a musical and McHale's joke about Netflix airing only ‘Animal Control' and not Leary's show. 00:26 Conan on Reiner Tragedy01:25 Late Night Pressure Talk02:26 Tonight's Specials Lineup04:10 Jim Jefferies Politics Split05:26 Jenny Zigrino Algorithm Grind06:53 Jim Breuer Airline Caper09:58 Bonus Episode and Survivor11:41 Listener Voice Comparison13:35 Leary and McHale Press Bits Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy.COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free.This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.
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Conan O'Brien broke his silence on the murders of Rob and Michele Reiner, saying he had seen them hours before their deaths, praising Rob's legacy, and expressing shock as their son Nick faces charges amid questions about his mental health and possible drug involvement. A baby macaque named Punch went viral after videos showed him being bullied at a Japanese zoo and clinging to a stuffed toy for comfort, sparking global sympathy, celebrity attention, and even a $250,000 purchase offer as updates suggest he is slowly being accepted. Plus, Thai police dressed in a red lion dance costume during Lunar New Year celebrations to arrest a suspected thief accused of stealing valuable Buddhist artefacts, with the dramatic sting operation quickly going viral online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hosting the Academy Awards ceremony is a notoriously tricky gig, but Conan O'Brien nailed it in 2025, and he will return for this year's event. Since leaving late-night television, in 2021, O'Brien has been busy: his hit podcast “Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend” commands perhaps a larger audience than he had on late night; he launched the travel series “Conan O'Brien Must Go”; and he's played a therapist in the 2025 film “If I Had Legs I'd Kick You.” O'Brien talks with David Remnick about the things that have gone wrong at the Oscars; why he won't get too “sentimental” about the gradual collapse of late night; and his shock at the deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner, who had been at O'Brien's house on the night they were killed. New episodes of The New Yorker Radio Hour drop every Tuesday and Friday. Join host David Remnick as he discusses the latest in politics, news, and current events in conversation with political leaders, newsmakers, innovators, New Yorker staff writers, authors, actors, and musicians.
More information has been revealed out about Monday's Rhode Island ice rink shooting, an armed man is stopped at the Capitol, disasters unfold across the West, CBS caves to Trump pressure, and we lose civil rights giant Jesse Jackson. Update: Rhode Island Shooting-via AP News Armed Man at Capitol-via ABC News Partial Government Shutdown-via ABC News Colorado Crash-via CBS News Lake Tahoe Avalanche-via NBC News Nancy Guthrie-via LA Times CBS Complies in Advance (Again)-via CNN Jesse Jackson-via GuardianTake the pledgeto be a voter at raisingvoters.org/beavoterdecember. - on AmazonSubscribe to the Substack:kimmoffat.substack.comAll episodes can be foundat:kimmoffat.com/thenewsAs always, youcan findme on Instagram/Twitter/Bluesky @kimmoffat and TikTok @kimmoffatishere
Esta semana, pela terceira vez no podcast mas pela primeira a solo, Vitor Sá, o mais célebre comediante-viajante de Lourosa, fala com Pedro sobre a árdua luta entre ser trabalhador e engraçado, usar o telemóvel na estrada, excitação para a primeira tour, querer mas não fazer trends de tik tok e os ensinamentos de João Baião.(00:00) Intro(00:23) Ser engraçado vs ser trabalhador(01:22) Chuva é o novo covid?(02:21) Arraial, primeira tour de Vítor(05:02) Logísticas de dias de chuva(06:14) Para onde vai a lenha de Leiria?(07:15) Mecanismo para aproveitar a água das cheias(09:27) Usar telemóvel na estrada(12:55) O que faz pior, açúcar ou erva?(15:32) Comer Mcdonald's como forma de recompensa(18:30) Importância de ter equipa com boa vibe em tour(24:17) Pedidos estranhos em tour(31:57) Vítor partilha história de noite em Espinho(36:01) Quantas vezes testar material de stand up por semana?(40:03) Vítor tatuou desenhos de PTM(45:33) PTM e Vítor aplicam ensinamento de João Baião(47:07) Ser fã de Conan O'brien(50:35) Reação do público a ideias específicas(54:39) A energia de Vítor Sá(56:43) Como funciona um bug de um carro?(58:29) Apanhar tiques e gimmicks de amigos(1:02:40) Valorizar dias maus de comediante(1:04:02) Fazer trends mas não ter coragem de as publicar(1:07:57) Truques para agarrar pessoas em vídeos(1:12:43) React de PTM a bit de Vítor que não resultou(1:22:18) Recorrer a crowdwork é batota?(1:28:26) Restaurante que só se vai em contexto específico(1:33:41) Que comidas são melhores acabadas de fazer vs no dia seguinte(1:36:36) Pedro é do campo(1:40:24) Bad Bunny no Super Bowl(1:49:17) PTM compara Miguel Morgado a Bad Bunny(1:53:06) Ir a podcast e fazer retrospetiva do que se disse(1:54:54) Discutir teorias da conspiração e perder
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MUSICMaynard James Keenan, the lead vocalist of Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer, expressed on Steve-O's podcast that he now considers the song "4°" from Tool's 1993 album "Undertow" to be "stupid" due to its lyrics. https://loudwire.com/maynard-james-keenan-tool-song-stupid/ The Eagles' album "Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975" has become the first to achieve quadruple diamond certification from the RIAA, indicating over 40 million units sold. https://www.the-independent.com/arts-entertainment/music/news/the-eagles-greatest-hits-album-b2905358.html Metallica have teamed up with Dr. Martens for a new line of shoes. The 1460 boot uses artwork from the band's 1988 Damaged Justice tour and the 1461 shoe features artwork from the 1986 Damage Inc. tour. Both go on sale January 29th. TVFormer Real Housewife Bethenny Frankel has stage 2 kidney disease. According to Page Six, https://pagesix.com/2026/01/22/celebrity-news/bethenny-frankel-announces-stage-2-kidney-disease-diagnosis/ Gwyneth Paltrow recently shared her strategies for managing anxiety during an Instagram AMA (Ask Me Anything). https://people.com/gwyneth-paltrow-gives-her-advice-for-managing-anxiety-shouting-at-the-bushes-it-helps-11890157 AND FINALLYNominations for the 98th Academy Awards are out!Actors Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman revealed the nominees. Sinners received 16 nominations; a record-breaking nomination count for the most in Academy Awards history. The supernatural thriller received nominations for best picture; director (Ryan Coogler); actor (Michael B. Jordan); supporting actress (Wunmi Mosaku); actor in a supporting role (Delroy Lindo); and original screenplay. Timothée Chalamet is 30 years and 26 days old, Chalamet just became the youngest male actor to receive three Oscar nominations since Marlon Brando, who achieved this feat at age 29 in 1954. Steven Spielberg has broken his own record for the most Oscar nominations as a producer, bringing his total to 14 with the nomination for Best Picture for the film "Hamnet." One Battle After Another received 13 nods, including Best Picture.The Snubs:The Cold Shoulder: The Biggest Snubs of the 2026 Oscar NominationsThe Wicked Witch of the West... Gone?The biggest shocker of the morning has to be the complete erasure of Wicked: For Good. Just last year, the first installment picked up 10 nominations. This year? Zero. Zilch.Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, who were both nominated for the first film, were completely shut out of the acting categories. Even the music branch turned its back on the franchise, ignoring the two new songs written specifically for the film. It seems the magic ran out for the sequel.Paul Mescal's Shakespearean TragedyIf you were betting on Paul Mescal picking up a nomination for playing William Shakespeare in Hamnet, you lost money today. While the film itself did well—and his co-star Jessie Buckley secured a nomination—Mescal was noticeably absent from the list. It's a tough break for an actor who has been a darling of the awards circuit lately.The Strange Case of Chase InfinitiHere is a genuine head-scratcher: One Battle After Another is a massive favorite, racking up 13 nominations. Yet, its breakout lead actress, Chase Infiniti, didn't make the cut. Some insiders think her limited screen time (she's in the movie for about 30 minutes) might have hurt her chances, but considering she's the heart of the film, her absence in the Best Actress category is glaring.Guillermo del Toro Gets the "Argo" TreatmentThe Academy clearly loved Netflix's Frankenstein—it scored nine nominations, including Best Picture. But they apparently didn't love Guillermo del Toro quite enough to give him a Best Director nod. The Directors branch is notoriously finicky, and this year, they left the beloved filmmaker off the list.Blockbuster FatigueAvatar: Fire and Ash failed to secure a Best Picture nomination, a category the previous two films sailed into easily. It seems voters might finally be feeling some Pandora fatigue.Star Power Didn't Save ThemBeing an A-lister didn't help anyone this morning.George Clooney & Adam Sandler: Their film Jay Kelly was completely shut out. Usually, a Noah Baumbach movie is catnip for voters, but this one came up empty.Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson: Despite a serious campaign for his dramatic turn in The Smashing Machine, he couldn't crack the lineup.Jennifer Lawrence: She gave a ferocious performance in Die My Love, but the film was likely too gritty and indie for the broader voting body.The show, hosted by Conan O'Brien, airs live on ABC on March 15th. Here are the nominees:Best PictureBugoniaF1FrankensteinHamnetMarty SupremeOne Battle After AnotherThe Secret AgentSentimental ValueSinnersTrain DreamsBest DirectorChloé Zhao - HamnetJosh Safdie - Marty SupremePaul Thomas Anderson - One Battle After AnotherJoachim Trier - Sentimental ValueRyan Coogler - SinnersBest ActorTimothée Chalamet - Marty SupremeLeonardo DiCaprio - One Battle After AnotherEthan Hawke - Blue MoonMichael B. Jordan - SinnersWagner Moura - The Secret AgentBest ActressJessie Buckley - HamnetRose Byrne - If I Had Legs I'd Kick YouKate Hudson - Song Sung BlueRenate Reinsve - Sentimental ValueEmma Stone - BugoniaBest Supporting ActorBenicio del Toro - One Battle After AnotherJacob Elordi - FrankensteinDelroy Lindo - SinnersSean Penn - One Battle After AnotherStellan Skarsgård - Sentimental ValueBest Supporting ActressElle Fanning - Sentimental ValueInga Ibsdotter Lilleaas - Sentimental ValueAmy Madigan - WeaponsWunmi Mosaku - SinnersTeyana Taylor - One Battle After AnotherAND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!
196: You think assistants just "support" leaders? Think again; they're the reason everything works. We are doing something special! I have partnered with my friend Jeremy Burrows, host of The Leader Assistant Podcast, to exchange some of your favorite episodes. Together, we are bringing you conversations with incredible guests who share insights, stories, and strategies to empower assistants and leaders alike. Tune in, enjoy the lineup, and don't forget to connect with both Jeremy and our featured guests, you will find inspiration and practical takeaways to elevate your work and leadership journey. In this episode of the Leader Assistant Podcast, Jeremy Burrows talks with Sona Movsesian, longtime executive assistant to Conan O'Brien and co-host on Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend, about what it really takes to thrive in high-trust support roles. They dig into setting boundaries (yes, including weekends), why work-life balance isn't optional, and how to stop tying your identity to your job—so you're still okay if a role or project ends. Sona shares how she landed the job, how their dynamic became part of the show organically, and what it's like sitting in rooms with famous people while battling imposter syndrome. They also discuss her book, The World's Worst Assistant, and why it's time to highlight healthier, more fulfilling assistant careers. --- Today's episode is with Sona Movsesian from 2022. Sona is an executive assistant, author and media personality. She has been the personal and executive assistant of talk show host Conan O'Brien since 2009 and was featured in many of the show's segments. She currently cohosts the Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend podcast. CONNECT WITH SONA - Order Sona's book, The World's Worst Assistant: https://www.amazon.com/Worlds-Worst-Assistant-Sona-Movsesian/dp/059318551X?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=&linkCode=ll1&tag=leaderassista-20&linkId=b62dc17cfc183123ee92985000842799&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl - Follow Sona on X (https://x.com/sonamov) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sonamov/) - Listen to Sona cohost the Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conan-obrien-needs-a-friend/id1438054347 Watch a couple of my favorite clips of Sona on Conan's show: - Conan and Sona meet with HR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-CzwR9bDA4 - Conan helps Sona buy a new car: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiaDblUd-lw More about Jeremy's work: https://goburrows.com/
Dave Plier shares his conversation with comedy legend Robert Smigel, the creative force behind the “Da Bears” sketch and the voice of Triumph the Insult Comic Dog. They dive into Smigel's incredible career, from writing sketches on 425 episodes of Saturday Night Live to co-writing films with Adam Sandler, Conan O’Brien, and more.
Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski | True Crime News & Commentary
The night before Rob and Michele Reiner were stabbed to death in their Brentwood home, their son Nick was at Conan O'Brien's Christmas party making guests uncomfortable. He stared at people. Interrupted conversations. Asked guests if they were famous. Got into a shouting match with his father loud enough for the room to hear. His parents brought him specifically because they were worried. His mother had been telling friends for weeks they were at their wits' end. We've tried everything, she said.Three weeks after the murders, Nick's high-profile defense attorney Alan Jackson quit the case — but not before declaring to cameras that Nick Reiner is not guilty of murder under California law. He said he's legally and ethically prohibited from explaining why he withdrew.Former FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke ran the Bureau's Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program for years. He's the author of Sizing People Up and has built his career on reading people and predicting dangerous behavior. Today he breaks down everything we know about Nick Reiner's deterioration in the weeks before the killings — the schizophrenia diagnosis, the medication change that sources say sent him off the rails, and the behavioral red flags that were visible to everyone at that party. We talk about what it means when a family identifies a threat and still can't stop it. What Alan Jackson's statement telegraphs. And whether this tragedy could have been predicted.#NickReiner #RobReiner #HiddenKillers #FBI #TrueCrime #BehavioralAnalysis #AlanJackson #ConanOBrien #MicheleReiner #SchizophreniaJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Megyn Kelly is joined by Jesse Kelly, host of “The Jesse Kelly Show,” to discuss the false narrative being pushed by leftists and media outlets about the ICE shooting incident in Minnesota, how lies are radicalizing already unstable people, the gaslighting surrounding the ICE shooting incident, how CNN's Anderson Cooper and MSNBC's Rachel Maddow refused to report the facts to protect the narrative, MSNOW pundit Philip Bump literally crying on air about the ICE shooting, the left's focus on revolution over values, new cell phone footage from the ICE officer involved in the Minnesota shooting, what the video reveals about the woman accelerating toward him, and more. Then Link Lauren host of “Spot On,” joins to discuss how hysteria over the ICE shooting in Minneapolis is being used to distract from Governor Tim Walz's massive Somali fraud scandal, why Republicans should focus on these scandals heading into the midterms, Jimmy Kimmel's ghoulish and politically charged commentary on the red carpet, Conan O'Brien calling out comedians for saying "F Trump" instead of being funny, a resurfaced clip of Zohran Mamdani praising his radical "tenant" director Cea Weaver's housing policy, Trump's new effort to make home ownership easier, the viral backlash over his new sweater, the decline of shame in public life, why dressing with class should matter in 2026, the alarming rise of grown men publicly crying, and more. Subscribe to Link's show Spot On:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spot-on-with-link-lauren/id1812663737Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RPHR4jKTJqkruxJjn6kzn?si=954974315d3848bfYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spotonwithlink?sub_confirmation=1 Kelly- https://www.youtube.com/@JesseKellyDC PureTalk: Cut your wireless bill to $20/month—switch to PureTalk now at https://PureTalk.com/KELLYRiverbend Ranch: Visit https://riverbendranch.com/ | Use promo code MEGYN for $20 off your first order.Birch Gold: Text MK to 989898 and get your free info kit on goldMasa Chips: Ready to give MASA a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to http://masachips.com/MK and using code MK. Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Johnny Mac delivers the latest updates in the comedy industry, including Nikki Glaser's upcoming role as Golden Globes host and her challenges crafting jokes about Julia Roberts. Conan O'Brien shares insights on political comedy and maintaining humor amidst anger. Marcello Hernandez's new Netflix special 'American Boy' receives mixed reviews. Bowen Yang discusses his departure from SNL and perceptions of his range as a comedian. Chris Red opens up about his departure from SNL and personal struggles. The financial challenges of Hannibal Buress's now-closed comedy club are examined. Updates on Nick Reiner's legal case and Bill Maher's show renewal are also covered, along with some humor about comedy on trains and Hong Kong comedian 69 Ranch's zero-cost meal stunt.00:00 Nikki Glaser's Golden Globes Preparation02:24 Conan O'Brien on Political Comedy03:36 Marcelo Hernandez's Netflix Special05:11 Bowen Yang's Departure from SNL06:40 Chris Redd's Instagram Confession07:31 Hannibal Buress's Comedy Club Closure09:55 Steven Merchant and Ricky Gervais's Separate Lives10:24 Nick Reiner's Legal Troubles11:39 Bill Maher's Show Renewal and Comedy Survivor12:41 SF Sketch Fest and 50 Cent's TI Roast13:46 Hong Kong Comedian's $0 Meal Challenge Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy.COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com Thanks to our sponsors!Underdog Fantasy Promo Code DCNFor Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free.
Twenty-three-year-old YouTuber Nick Shirley’s viral video investigation regarding Somali fraud in the state of Minnesota is a real juggernaut. Andy got a haircut today, and they may have been a little overzealous with the garden shears. We play talkbacks from listeners who are also angry about state fraud. A hot pursuit in Sandy Springs, Georgia! In a golf cart? We hear more listener talkbacks loving on Andy and the KTLA gang as well as love for Conan O’Brien. The happiest place on earth might also be the messiest. We’re talking drinkin’ at Disney, people! And it’s fun but very raunchy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Milfred and Hands play Nostradamus, with apologies to Conan O'Brien, predicting who will win the races for Wisconsin governor, state Supreme Court, Trump's affections and the Big Ten conference in 2026. Milfred sees a future with lots of candidates lining up to run for Madison mayor. Hands makes an easy call about the direction of Madison's property taxes.
You're listening to American Ground Radio with Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone. This is the full show for December 22, 2025. 0:30 Immigration, assimilation, and the American Dream. We break down why equal opportunity — not equal outcomes — has always been at the heart of American success, and why past waves of immigrants embraced shared values to build a common culture. We turn to Vice President JD Vance’s warning about Europe’s immigration crisis, cultural division, and security fears in cities like Paris, and ask whether the United States is heading down the same path. 9:30 Plus, we cover the Top 3 Things You Need to Know. The US seized another oil tanker leaving Venezuela over the weekend. Over the weekend, a dump of Epstein files was released to the public. The Delaware Supreme Court ruled that Elon musk is indeed entitled to the largest compensation package for a CEO in world history. 12:30 Get Performlyte from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20. 13:00 President Trump made a surprise announcement to build a new “Trump Class” battleship for the U.S. Navy — and it’s already sending the left into a frenzy. We dive into what this could mean for America’s military strength as China ramps up its naval power, and whether battleships could make a comeback in modern warfare. 16:00 American Mamas Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson react to a hilarious story involving Conan O’Brien, Will Arnett, and Jason Bateman — and a running joke about grief, friendship, and irreverent humor. The conversation explores how laughter can be a powerful way to cope with loss, even in the middle of heartbreak. From sharing personal family stories to debating why Hollywood comedians on the left embrace edgy humor — until it comes from conservatives — the segment dives into comedy, culture, and double standards in political humor. It’s a heartfelt and funny look at how humor connects people, celebrates life, and keeps friendships strong, even during the toughest times. If you'd like to ask our American Mamas a question, go to our website, AmericanGroundRadio.com/mamas and click on the Ask the Mamas button. 23:00 We break down President Trump’s pro-life legacy, the future of abortion policy after Roe v. Wade, and what it really means to stand for the sanctity of life. From states’ rights and constitutional limits on federal power to supporting single mothers, adoption, foster care, and post-abortion counseling, being pro-life must go beyond just opposing abortion. Republicans should defend life at every stage — and make compassion, not just legislation, the heart of the pro-life message. 26:00 We Dig Deep into Meet the Press moderator Chuck Todd and his Newsmax appearance, where he claimed Americans don’t trust the media because they don’t trust “the experts.” But the real crisis is media credibility — not public ignorance. From COVID coverage and government messaging to questions about President Biden’s mental fitness and climate change debates legacy media treated experts like gospel, dismissed dissent, and labeled skeptics as conspiracy theorists. The result? A collapse of trust in journalism and mainstream news. 32:00 Get Prodovite Plus from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20. 32:30 New York City mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani, isn't just a Democrat — but an outright socialist poised to take control of America’s largest city. With Mamdani set to be sworn in by Bernie Sanders and New York Attorney General Letitia James, the symbolism couldn’t be clearer. From AOC and Bernie Sanders to politicized justice and government overreach, Mamdani’s rise is a warning sign for where the Democratic Party — and America — could be headed next. 35:30 And we have a Bright Spot coming from Mullins, South Carolina where a private citizens group set out to give their downtown a Hallmark-style holiday makeover — complete with Santa, snowmen, and a nativity scene. But when the town’s mayor stepped in and asked for the nativity to be removed from public view, the fight was on. From free expression to accusations of intolerance toward Christians, this discussion raises a bigger question: does tolerance mean respecting traditions — or erasing them? 39:30 We dive into the legal battle over nativity scenes in public spaces. We break down the First Amendment and explain why the government cannot ban a nativity display simply because “someone might be offended.” While cities can enforce neutral rules on time, place, and manner, singling out a religious display is classic viewpoint discrimination — and courts consistently strike it down. 41:00 And we finish off with the first plane to safely land with Autoland. Follow us: americangroundradio.com Facebook: facebook.com / AmericanGroundRadio Instagram: instagram.com/americangroundradioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Wiser Than Me team is taking a little holiday break, but while we’re away, we’re excited to share a few conversations with friends. Today, we’re bringing you an episode of the hit podcast Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend. Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend is a weekly opportunity for legendary late-night comedian Conan O’Brien to hang out with the people he enjoys most and perhaps find some real friendship along the way. In this episode, Julia joins Conan to chat about the inspiration for Wiser Than Me, discovering her comedic talents in a grade school play, and the importance of constantly trying new things.If you want to hear more from Conan, check out Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Conway and Thompson discussed new details surrounding the first-degree murder charges against Nick Reiner in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer. Legal analyst Michael Monks explained the nature of the charges and District Attorney Nathan Hochman’s role in the case. The conversation also touched on Bill Hader, who reportedly had a prior encounter with Nick Reiner at a Conan O’Brien party.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The holiday party at Conan O'Brien's house got dark. Rob Reiner's son, Nick, reportedly caused disturbances at the event, leading to a heated argument with his father. Later, Rob and his wife Michelle were tragically murdered, leaving Conan haunted by what he perceived as missed warning signs. Several Hollywood figures, including Bill Hader, expressed their sorrow and shock. Tributes from friends and collaborators, such as Billy Crystal and Harry Shearer, highlighted Reiner's legacy. Rob Schneider commented on presidential remarks about Reiner, advocating for less hostility. Reiner's final film release has been delayed as a mark of respect.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com Thanks to our sponsors!Raycon EarbudsUnderdog Fantasy Promo Code DCNBlue Chew Promo Code DCNTalkspace promo code Space 80For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free.
Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner were found dead in their Brentwood home on Sunday, December 14, 2025. Both had their throats slit. Their daughter Romy discovered the bodies and immediately told police that a family member was responsible — and that he was "dangerous." Hours later, their 32-year-old son Nick Reiner was arrested near USC and booked on suspicion of murder. He's now being held without bail. But here's what makes this story even more disturbing: the night before the killings, Rob, Michele, and Nick attended a Christmas party at Conan O'Brien's house. Witnesses say Nick was acting erratically — staring at people, interrupting conversations, freaking out guests. Then he got into a loud argument with his father. Loud enough for the whole party to hear. Rob and Michele left afterward. Less than 24 hours later, they were dead. Nick Reiner has a documented history of severe drug addiction going back to age 15. He went through 17 rehab programs. He was homeless in three different states. In 2015, he co-wrote a semi-autobiographical film with his father called Being Charlie about his struggles with addiction. Rob Reiner called it the most personal project he ever made. Sources say Michele had been telling friends for months that she and Rob were at their "wits' end" with Nick's mental health and substance abuse issues. Her words: "We've tried everything." This is a story about a Hollywood legend, a family in crisis, and a system that gives parents almost no options when their adult children are spiraling. The Reiners had money, connections, and access to the best treatment available. None of it was enough. In this video, we break down everything we know — the timeline, the party, the arrest, Nick's history, and what comes next as the case heads to the LA County District Attorney. #RobReiner #MicheleSingerReiner #NickReiner #Brentwood #Hollywood #TrueCrime #BeingCharlie #ConanOBrien #LAPD #BreakingNews #CelebrityCrime Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
The segment explored the unique pressures faced by children of celebrities, with a particular focus on how sons often struggle under the weight of legacy, expectations, and public scrutiny. The conversation referenced Rob Reiner’s past openness about his son’s personal challenges, including a discussion with Sam Rubin in which Reiner spoke candidly about the difficulties his son faced growing up in the spotlight. Attention then turned to reports and allegations surrounding a devastating family tragedy involving the Reiners, which sent shockwaves through Hollywood. According to accounts discussed on air, close friends—including Billy Crystal and his wife—were among those who encountered the aftermath, underscoring how deeply the event affected the entertainment community. The program revisited prior public incidents that hinted at serious family strain, including a heated argument between Rob Reiner and his son at a Conan O’Brien holiday party that centered on concerns over substance abuse. The discussion noted that Nick Reiner had reportedly undergone numerous stints in rehabilitation, highlighting the long and painful battle many families face when addiction is involved. Clips from a past appearance by Rob and his son on The Howard Stern Show were referenced, where they spoke about collaborating on the film Being Charlie, a project that mirrored real-life struggles with addiction and recovery. The irony of art reflecting life was not lost on the hosts. As details continued to emerge through media reports, correspondents shared the latest developments, including accounts of who discovered the couple and where an arrest was said to have taken place. The segment closed with listener reactions, many expressing shock, grief, and empathy, while reflecting on the broader themes of mental illness, addiction, and the tragic consequences when those struggles go unchecked. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner were found dead in their Brentwood home on Sunday, December 14, 2025. Both had their throats slit. Their daughter Romy discovered the bodies and immediately told police that a family member was responsible — and that he was "dangerous." Hours later, their 32-year-old son Nick Reiner was arrested near USC and booked on suspicion of murder. He's now being held without bail. But here's what makes this story even more disturbing: the night before the killings, Rob, Michele, and Nick attended a Christmas party at Conan O'Brien's house. Witnesses say Nick was acting erratically — staring at people, interrupting conversations, freaking out guests. Then he got into a loud argument with his father. Loud enough for the whole party to hear. Rob and Michele left afterward. Less than 24 hours later, they were dead. Nick Reiner has a documented history of severe drug addiction going back to age 15. He went through 17 rehab programs. He was homeless in three different states. In 2015, he co-wrote a semi-autobiographical film with his father called Being Charlie about his struggles with addiction. Rob Reiner called it the most personal project he ever made. Sources say Michele had been telling friends for months that she and Rob were at their "wits' end" with Nick's mental health and substance abuse issues. Her words: "We've tried everything." This is a story about a Hollywood legend, a family in crisis, and a system that gives parents almost no options when their adult children are spiraling. The Reiners had money, connections, and access to the best treatment available. None of it was enough. In this video, we break down everything we know — the timeline, the party, the arrest, Nick's history, and what comes next as the case heads to the LA County District Attorney. #RobReiner #MicheleSingerReiner #NickReiner #Brentwood #Hollywood #TrueCrime #BeingCharlie #ConanOBrien #LAPD #BreakingNews #CelebrityCrime Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
| This episode is available a week early for members of The Rest Is History Club | What happens when fame, drugs, and genius collide? How did the Beatles survive John Lennon's “more popular than Jesus” interview and the death of Brian Epstein? And, why did the band eventually break up? Conan O'Brien returns with Tom to dive into the Beatles' final years: rooftop gigs, groundbreaking records, and the inner conflicts that defined - and arguably destroyed - the band. The Beatles' nine-part “Anthology” documentary series has been restored and is now available to watch on Disney+. Thank you to Apple Corps and Disney for the opportunity to use archive from the Anthology in these special Beatles episodes. Hive. Know your power. Visit https://hivehome.com to find out more. Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/restishistory It's risk-free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee ✅ _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editor: Jack Meek / Harry Swan Social Producer: Harry Balden Assistant Producer: Aaliyah Akude Producer: Tabby Syrett Senior Producer: Theo Young-Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Christmas can push anyone to the edge, but don’t worry, Kate’s stepping in with a set of festive rules guaranteed to keep the peace. The Prime Minister also jumps on the show after yesterday’s historic moment: Australia has become the first country to ban social media for under-16s, and he shares why he believes it will help kids reclaim their childhood. We’ve also discovered a wild new business out of Latvia that lets you hire-a-husband for an hour whether you need help around the house. And to top it all off, Conan O’Brien reveals how he turns grief into comedy with a hilarious story featuring Will Arnett and Jason Bateman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How did four Liverpool teenagers become the most influential band on earth? What made their music and charisma irresistible to a generation? And, how did their ambition and timing spark a cultural revolution that still resonates today? In the first of two special episodes, Tom is joined by Conan O'Brien to explore the Beatles' meteoric rise: the personalities, the breakthroughs, and the explosive cultural impact that turned a local act into the defining band of the 20th century. The Beatles' nine-part “Anthology” documentary series has been restored and is now available to watch on Disney+. Thank you to Apple Corps and Disney for the opportunity to use archive from the Anthology in these special Beatles episodes. _______ Hive. Know your power. Visit https://hivehome.com to find out more. _______ Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/restishistory It's risk-free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee ✅ _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editor: Jack Meek / Harry Swan Social Producer: Harry Balden Assistant Producer: Aaliyah Akude Producer: Tabby Syrett Senior Producer: Theo Young-Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week on LateNighter's Inside late Night podcast, former 'Late Night with Conan O'Brien' head writer Jonathan Groff joins Mark Malkoff to discuss O'Brien's writers' room, and the moments when crisis pushed the show to its sharpest work.Make sure to follow us on social media (@latenightercom) and subscribe on all podcast platforms and YouTube @latenightercom to never miss an episode!
Comedian Erin Maguire came into the studio; she opened Comics Come Home! TSA is adding new details when it comes to the real ID- there will be a new line costing $18 if people don't have the real ID or a passport. Listen to Billy & Lisa weekdays from 6-10AM on Kiss 108! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.