DeepSummary
In this episode, Conan speaks with Danielle from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, who shares her experience of being a devoted fan of Conan's late-night show and the lengths she went to watch it growing up, including stealing a TV. Danielle discusses her acting career, including appearing on one of NBC's worst shows, and her current work as a flower farmer in Amish country.
Danielle provides insights into the Amish community, debunking some misconceptions about their use of technology like cell phones and the internet. She describes Amish teenagers going through Rumspringa, a period of exploring the outside world, where they indulge in rap music, Mountain Dew, and cigarettes while driving horse-drawn buggies.
The conversation touches on Conan's curiosity about Amish culture, from their distinct beards and eschewing certain technologies to the possibility of an Amish prison gang. Danielle invites Conan to visit Amish country, leading to discussions about potentially doing a segment there and Conan's skepticism about being able to fully embrace the Amish lifestyle.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Danielle provides insights into the Amish community that challenge common misconceptions.
- Amish teenagers on Rumspringa often indulge in modern behaviors like listening to rap music and drinking Mountain Dew.
- Conan is curious about Amish traditions and culture but is skeptical about fully embracing the Amish lifestyle.
- Danielle extends an invitation for Conan to visit Amish country, leading to discussions about potentially doing a segment there.
- The conversation highlights the contrast between Amish traditions and modern life, often in humorous ways.
- Danielle shares her experiences as a devoted fan of Conan's show, including the lengths she went to watch it as a child.
- Danielle discusses her career as an actor and her current work as a flower farmer.
- The episode explores the theme of different cultural experiences and perspectives.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “Yes, the Amish on Rumspringer, they'll be drinking mountain Dew, smoking cigarettes, and they do like, rap music. So we live on a main road where I sell cut flowers, and they'll just drive by really, really slowly. And they're buggy with the rap music. So you can hear, like, an entire rap music play as they drive by your house.“ by Danielle
- “Do they often have neck beards but no mustache? Is that just.“ by Matt Gourley
- “Would you ever consider becoming amish? And what would your name be, your profession? And do you think you could answer in a Pennsylvania dutch accent?“ by Danielle
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Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend
Team Coco & Earwolf
4/11/24