Conan Season 2012 Episode 51 Flash Mob on the Bounty

Conan is a late-night talk show hosted by Conan O'Brien that aired on TBS from November 2010 to June 2019. Season 2012 episode 51, titled "Flash Mob on the Bounty," features Conan calling for a flash mob to take place in Times Square. The episode aired on Tuesday, December 11, 2012.

The episode begins with Conan addressing his audience and expressing his desire to organize a flash mob. He reveals that his plan is to make it happen in the middle of Times Square, which he claims is the crossroads of the world. The flash mob is supposed to contain a surprise dance performance and could potentially go viral if it is filmed and shared online.

To achieve his goal, Conan contacts professional dancer and choreographer Paul Becker, who has previously worked on films such as Twilight and Descendants. Becker agrees to choreograph the dance routine for the flash mob and teaches it to a group of Conan's employees in a few hours. Conan's employees include his producer, associate producer and assistant, among others.

After the practice session, Conan and Becker scout out possible locations in Times Square where the flash mob could take place. They choose a spot near a large Christmas tree where they believe there will be enough space for the flash mob to perform. Conan also explains that he has arranged for a camera crew to be present to capture the entire performance.

The day of the flash mob arrives, and Conan and his team arrive at Times Square early to prepare. They are joined by Mark Pender, the trumpet player for The Conan O'Brien Show, who will provide the music for the performance. All the participants in the flash mob are wearing matching red hats, which Conan claims is his way of spreading Christmas cheer.

As they wait for the performance to begin, Conan and his team interview random people passing through Times Square. They ask them if they know what a flash mob is and if they would like to see one. Some of the people are excited about the idea, but others seem skeptical.

Finally, it's time for the flash mob to begin. Pender starts playing the trumpet, and the dancers appear, performing their routine to the delight of the crowd. Conan, who is watching from the sidelines, is thrilled with the success of his plan. The dancers finish their routine to the cheers of the onlookers, and Conan is ecstatic with the results.

After the performance, Conan talks to Becker and his team and expresses his gratitude for their hard work. He also praises the crowd and their enthusiasm for the show. Conan then interviews some of the people who witnessed the flash mob and asks them how they feel about the performance. All of them express their surprise and delight, with some even saying that they would like to participate in a flash mob themselves.

In the final segment of the episode, Conan and his team take a tour of the USS Intrepid, a decommissioned aircraft carrier and museum located in New York City. They are joined by the ship's captain, who shows them around and explains the various exhibits. Conan is especially interested in the ship's flight deck, where he gets to try on a pilot's helmet and take a pretend flight. The episode ends with Conan declaring his love for New York City and all the great things it has to offer.