Conan O'Brien reunites with longtime friend and SNL alum Molly Shannon, diving into childhood memories, Catholic upbringing, therapy techniques, and the absurd internet obsession with Conan’s Toy Story 5 character, Smarty Pants. The conversation blends heartfelt reflection with surreal
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