The Wedding Ringer
Summary
Conan O’Brien interviews Brian, a professional wedding vow and speech writer, who shares his transition from politics to helping couples craft ceremonies. They discuss common pitfalls like overly long speeches and inappropriate roasts, emphasizing the need for sincerity and brevity. Brian offers advice on delivery, such as avoiding phones, and shares humorous anecdotes about balancing tone in vows.
Topics discussed
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Introduction of Brian, professional wedding vow writer
Brian's background in politics and starting his business
The biggest mistake: speeches that are too long
The importance of sincerity and avoiding roasts
Horror stories: Brothels, keys, and booty vows
Sponsors: Square, iHerb, T-Mobile, and Quince
The ghostwriting process and delivery coaching
Pet peeve: Reading speeches off phones
Norm MacDonald jokes and final thoughts
Outro, credits, and sponsors: Robert Half, Taco Bell
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