Ep 92. Joel McHale, Jake Tapper, Courtney Barnett
- June 1, 2015
Joel McHale, Jake Tapper, and Courtney Barnett are the guests for season 5 episode 92 of Conan. Joel McHale is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and television host. He is known for his role as Jeff Winger in the television sitcom Community. Jake Tapper is an American journalist and author who is the Chief Washington Correspondent for CNN and anchor of The Lead with Jake Tapper. Courtney Barnett is an Australian singer, songwriter, and musician who has released three studio albums.
The episode begins with Conan doing his usual monologue, where he talks about current events and makes jokes. He then introduces Joel McHale as the first guest. They talk about Joel's career and his role in the upcoming movie Happily. They also discuss how Joel balances his career as a comedian and actor with being a father. Conan and Joel then play a game where they have to guess which celebrity is older based on their birthday.
Next, Jake Tapper joins the show. Conan and Jake talk about politics and the state of journalism in America. They also discuss Jake's new novel The Devil May Dance. Jake talks about the inspiration behind the book and how he balances writing with his job at CNN. They also talk about the importance of giving back to the community and Jake's involvement with the Fisher House Foundation.
Finally, Courtney Barnett performs two songs on the show. She performs her hit song "Nameless, Faceless" and a new song called "Rae Street" from her upcoming album. Conan introduces Courtney and talks about her musical career. They also discuss the inspirations behind her new album and what fans can expect from it.
Throughout the episode, Conan interacts with the guests and engages in witty banter with them. He also jokes around with his sidekick Andy Richter and the audience. The show has a light-hearted and fun tone that is typical of Conan's comedy style.
Overall, Joel McHale, Jake Tapper, and Courtney Barnett bring their unique perspectives and talents to the show. The episode is a mix of comedy, politics, and music that is sure to entertain a wide range of viewers.
