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Conan O'Brien Joins Tom Holland for Deep Dive into The Beatles
28 Nov
Summary
- Podcast special on The Beatles by Tom Holland and Conan O'Brien.
- Series coincides with newly restored Beatles Anthology documentary.
- Hosts cite The Beatles' revolutionary impact on the 1960s.
A special two-part series from The Rest Is History podcast will explore the life and times of The Beatles, featuring co-hosts Tom Holland and Beatles enthusiast Conan O'Brien. Collaborating with Apple and Disney+, the series launches on Wednesday, December 3, and will be available on YouTube and all podcast platforms. This release is timed to coincide with the debut of the newly restored and remastered Beatles Anthology documentary.
Holland emphasizes The Beatles' historical significance as lightning rods for the revolutionary changes of the 1960s, suggesting their impact still resonates today. O'Brien adds that the band represented a complete break from prior musical norms, noting their unique group synergy and songwriting approach. He asserts their continued relevance to modern audiences.
The collaboration stems from O'Brien's admiration for The Rest Is History podcast and his passion for The Beatles. It follows Holland and co-host Dominic Sandbrook's recent appearance on O'Brien's own podcast. This is not Holland and Sandbrook's first collaboration with Disney, having previously worked with CEO Bob Iger on episodes about Walt Disney.
