The Sona and Matt of New Zealand
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend
Deep Dive
Why did Supercuts introduce the Supercuts Rewards program?
Supercuts Rewards was introduced as the first national salon rewards program, allowing customers to earn points for every dollar spent, which can be redeemed for discounts or free haircuts.
What is the significance of Auckland in New Zealand?
Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand, located on the North Island, and is known as the City of Sails due to its beautiful harbor and resemblance to the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Why do New Zealanders have a reputation for being nice?
New Zealanders are known for being nice because the country sends all the 'horrible ones' to Australia, according to Glenn.
What is the 'tall poppy syndrome' in New Zealand?
The tall poppy syndrome is a cultural phenomenon where New Zealanders tend to pull down those who achieve success or stand out, bringing them back to the average level.
Why does Glenn work such early hours?
Glenn works in breakfast radio, which requires him to arrive at the station at 3:45 a.m., meaning his alarm goes off at 2:52 a.m.
How does Glenn feel about his adult daughters living at home?
Glenn enjoyed a brief period of being an empty nester but found it challenging when his daughters, Billy and Macy, returned home after university.
What are Billy and Macy's talents?
Billy is a master's graduate in classical performance music, specializing in clarinet, piano, and saxophone, while Macy enjoys clogging and wearing traditional lead cloths.
How does Glenn feel about Conan potentially helping his daughters move out?
Glenn is enthusiastic about the idea, seeing it as a potential solution to the challenges of having his talented but sometimes disruptive daughters at home.
What does Glenn suggest for protecting his home during the holidays?
Glenn suggests using ADT's services, which include the ADT Plus app for controlling access to the home and the Google Nest doorbell for identifying visitors.
What is the 'two degrees of separation' rule in New Zealand?
In New Zealand, the 'two degrees of separation' rule means that everyone knows someone who knows someone else, due to the country's relatively small population of 5 million.
- Adult children moving back home after college
- Strategies for encouraging adult children's independence
- Using humor and relatability to address a sensitive topic
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