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Conan O’Brien Reveals Oscars Hosting Struggles on Podcast

3/15/2025

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Conan O’Brien opened up about his time hosting the 2025 Oscars on his podcast, sharing the Academy's rigid rules about the iconic statuette. He humorously suggested skits like placing the statue on a couch, only to face rejection. O’Brien also reflected on the challenges of trimming jokes and adjusting his act to fit the prestigious event.

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Conan O’Brien opened up about his time hosting the 2025 Oscars on his podcast, sharing the Academy's rigid rules about the iconic statuette. He humorously suggested skits like placing the statue on a couch, only to face rejection. O’Brien also reflected on the challenges of trimming jokes and adjusting his act to fit the prestigious event.