Conan Season 2016 Episode 118 Kunal Nayyar, Phoebe Robinson, Jamestown Revival

Kunal Nayyar, known for his role as Raj on the beloved sitcom "The Big Bang Theory," joins Conan O'Brien on tonight's show. Nayyar talks about his new book and his experiences as an Indian actor in America. Comedian Phoebe Robinson also appears on the show with her new book, "Everything's Trash, But It's Okay." The author and comedian shares her insights on pop culture, race, and feminism. Finally, Jamestown Revival performs on the show, playing tunes from their new album.

The show opens with host Conan O'Brien sharing some humorous observations on current events, such as the latest news on immigration and the royal wedding. Next, he welcomes Kunal Nayyar to the show. Nayyar, wearing a black suit and tie, has a friendly communication style making the audience laugh. They talk about Nayyar's new book, "Yes, My Accent is Real," which is a memoir about his experiences growing up in India and becoming a successful actor in Hollywood. He talks about the challenges he faced as an Indian actor in the industry, including concerns about stereotypes and typecasting. O'Brien and Nayyar then goof around, discussing accents and making jokes about their respective cultural backgrounds. The two share a great chemistry and keep the audience entertained.

Next, comedian Phoebe Robinson comes on the show. She and O'Brien start by discussing her book, "Everything's Trash, But It's Okay," which is a collection of essays dealing with feminism, race and pop culture. Robinson is hilarious, and she and O'Brien have a natural banter that makes it feel like two old friends catching up. They talk about the challenges of being a woman in comedy and share some mutual admiration for their respective writing styles. Robinson then invites O'Brien to appear as a guest on her podcast, "2 Dope Queens," which he happily accepts.

After the interview with Robinson, O'Brien transitions to introducing Jamestown Revival, a folk-rock band from Texas. The duo, consisting of Jonathan Clay and Zach Chance, performs two songs from their new album, "San Isabel." The audience is captivated by their music as their amazing harmonies and impressive guitar skills elicit cheers and applause. The band's performance is a perfect end to the show, leaving the audience entertained and happy.

Overall, Conan season 2016 episode 118 is an entertaining episode with an interesting mix of guests. Nayyar, Robinson, and Jamestown Revival all brings their unique perspectives and personalities to the show, making it enjoyable to watch from start to finish. With its mix of humor, heart, and great music, this episode is a must-watch for fans of the show.