Ep 78. Michael Moore

On the 78th episode of season 1 of The Tonight Show With Conan O'Brien, the guest of honor is Michael Moore, American documentary filmmaker, and activist. The show opens with a monologue by Conan O'Brien, who cracks jokes about the news and current events, eliciting a few chuckles from the live studio audience.

After the monologue, Conan introduces Michael Moore, who comes on to cheers from the audience. The two sit down for a chat, with Conan starting off by asking Moore about his latest documentary film, "Capitalism: A Love Story," which takes a critical look at the shortfalls and flaws of the American capitalist system.

Moore is his usual outspoken self, making witty comments and bringing up poignant points that contradict popular opinions around capitalism. Conan tries his best to match Moore's energy, peppering the conversation with his own brand of humor and wit.

Throughout the interview, the discussion oscillates between serious and lighthearted tones. At one point, Conan asks Moore about his trademark baseball cap, which he is never seen without, even when receiving an Oscar. Moore quips that he was planning on wearing a tiara to the Oscars but felt that would be too flashy, and the baseball cap would be more appropriate attire for accepting an award. The audience erupts in laughter.

The conversation moves on to American politics, with Moore discussing his views on the healthcare system and how it compares to other countries' healthcare systems. He is quick to note that Americans pay too much for healthcare relative to other nations, and not everyone has access to healthcare.

Conan tries to steer the conversation into lighter territory by asking Moore about his childhood, which Moore describes as fairly unremarkable. He recalls being a shy, introverted kid who enjoyed watching TV and reading books. Conan interjects with his own memory of being the class clown in school.

Towards the end of the interview, Conan presents Moore with a game called "Michael Moore's Blockbuster Bonanza." In the game, Conan presents Moore with fake movie titles and plots, and Moore has to say whether or not the movie is real. The game is a lighthearted break from the more serious conversations, and Moore seems to enjoy playing along.

The interview ends with Conan thanking Michael Moore for coming on the show and expressing his admiration for Moore's work as an activist and filmmaker. Moore graciously thanks Conan and the audience for having him on the show, and the crowd gives him another round of applause.

The remainder of the show features musical guest Gogol Bordello, an American punk band known for their energetic live performances. They electrify the crowd with a few of their songs, closing out the episode with a bang.

Overall, the 78th episode of The Tonight Show With Conan O'Brien featuring Michael Moore is a mix of serious and lighthearted conversations, showcasing both Moore and Conan's unique personalities and humor. The show celebrates the work of a talented filmmaker and activist, while also providing a few laughs and moments of levity for the viewers.