Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Ali Wong
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Mar 2, 2020 Stand-up comedian, actress, and author Ali Wong joins Conan for a hilarious and candid chat. She shares her childhood memories, including her father's love for pajama pants and her adventures with shoplifting. Ali opens up about the challenges of balancing comedy and motherhood, while emphasizing the importance of her Asian-American identity in her work. They also dive into the complexities of Netflix metrics and reveal funny tales from their travels, including a comical mishap at Disneyland. Expect laughs and heartfelt insights throughout!
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Unconventional Upbringing
- Ali Wong describes having much older siblings.
- Her parents prioritized her mental well-being over traditional expectations, encouraging her to attend prom.
Finding Her Calling
- Ali Wong discovered her passion for stand-up at 23.
- Her longest breaks from performing were for her honeymoon, C-sections, and filming her movie.
Travel Troubles
- Ali Wong finds the travel and safety concerns of stand-up comedy to be the hardest parts.
- Early in her career, she would sleep with keys in her hand for safety in budget hotels.
