Ep 68. Conan Dallas: Simon Helberg, Eli Young Band
- April 2, 2014
Conan Dallas: Simon Helberg, Eli Young Band is the 68th episode of season 4 of the talk show Conan. In this episode, host Conan O'Brien travels to Dallas, Texas, for a special road trip edition of the show.
The first guest on the show is Simon Helberg, best known for his role as Howard Wolowitz on the hit sitcom The Big Bang Theory. Helberg discusses his career, his character on the show, and the upcoming season. He also shares some funny stories from his time on set and talks about his experience working with an all-star cast.
Following Helberg's interview, Conan welcomes the Eli Young Band to the stage. This country music group has had numerous hits over the years, including "Even If It Breaks Your Heart" and "Crazy Girl." They perform one of their new songs and chat with Conan about their recent tour. They also share some behind-the-scenes stories from their time in the music industry.
Throughout the episode, Conan explores Dallas and interacts with local citizens. He takes a tour of the city's iconic AT&T Stadium, home to the Dallas Cowboys football team, and even gets to throw the ball around on the field. He also visits a local barbecue joint and tries out some of the best brisket in town.
Additionally, Conan participates in a Texas-style chili cook-off competition, where he judges various chili dishes and talks to some of the competitors. The episode ends with Conan attending a cow-milking contest and cheering on the competitors.
Overall, Conan Dallas: Simon Helberg, Eli Young Band is a fun and entertaining episode of the show, with a mix of celebrity interviews and on-the-road segments that showcase the city of Dallas. Fans of Conan O'Brien and anyone who loves travel shows or talk shows will enjoy this episode.