Olivia Harrison
Summary
Conan O’Brien sits down with Olivia Harrison to discuss her new book, *The Third Eye: Early Photographs*, which curates personal images taken by her late husband, George Harrison. They explore Olivia’s Mexican-American upbringing in Los Angeles and her early connection to George, including his fascination with the Beach Boys and his irreverent humor. The conversation highlights George’s passion for photography, his love for cars, and his deep appreciation for the sanctuary of Friar Park. Olivia also shares anecdotes about the band’s dynamic, their time in India, and the unexpected path that…
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Cat ownership and Temptations cat treats ad
Temptations cat treats and Roman Empire joke
Conan introduces guest Olivia Harrison
Olivia's background and meeting George
Growing up in LA and Spanish-speaking home
Father's WWII service and immigrant story
Anecdote about two veterans saluting
Beach Boys and early music memories
Sock hops and George's name origin
George's musical interests and mariachi story
Recording father's songs on vinyl
George Harrison producing father's CD
Meeting George at A&M Records
First date on Larchmont Boulevard
Tour of Friar Park with Danny
George giving away items and Oscar
Cold nanny and borrowing jacket story
Views from Friar Park kitchen windows
Breakfast scene with Bob Dylan and Danny
Rock stars and Danny's piano lesson
Danny's A levels and school debates
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T-Mobile satellite and international data
T-Mobile speed test and legal disclaimers
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Quince app and show support request
George's humor and waking Danny
George's brutal but funny nature
George's boundaries and George Saunders quote
George and Paul's close relationship
George's photos of everyday people
Describing photos without showing them
Olivia's photo with Indian mandala
George's pre-Beatlemania US visit
George in New York before fame
Empire State Building and George's cameras
George filming documentary of himself
George's love for cars and Gordon Murray
Fisheye lens and distorted reality
George's solo walks in Liverpool parks
Final Paris performance and worker photos
Pressure and anxiety of Beatlemania
Conquering the world unintentionally
Doubts about US success and Cliff Richard
American music influence on Britain
Liverpool's reputation and Beatle origins
Photo of Paul eating a banana
Beatles disarmed and close friendship
Chic fashion of the Beatles era
George's selfie at the Taj Mahal
Olivia's job interview at Dark Horse
Shared journey and common interests
Early photos and emotional distance
Parenting and capturing happy times
Friar Park as a sane refuge
George's childhood park and Friar Park
Conan's octagonal house and pride
Building Friar Park garden amateur style
Frank Crisp and Friar Park follies
Henley-on-Thames and boulder transport
Matterhorn roller coaster and ice caves
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Pluto TV and sun incineration joke
Conan's SNL encounter with George
Gretsch Tennessean guitar connection
Conan's first electric guitar choice
Imagining George jamming with Conan
George's school notebook and lyrics
George's rockabilly influences and solos
George's self-effacing nature
George's pure note approach
George's spiritual journey and belief
25 years since George's passing
Feeling blessed and curious alone
Friar Park secret passageways and gnomes
Gnome restoration and gnomery
George's signs and presence in garden
Thanksgiving dinner with rock stars
Closing remarks and book congratulations
Show credits and SiriusXM promotion
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