Podcast Summary
Behind-the-scenes stories from 'The Office': New writer Carrie Kemper brought her sister Ellie on set, Michael Scott shamed employees over New Year's resolutions, Jim's absence was due to filming 'Big Miracle', and alternate lines were written for Michael and Pam's scene.
The making of "The Office" was filled with behind-the-scenes stories and unexpected absences. Jenna Fisher and Angela Kinsey, who starred in the show, shared on their podcast, The Ultimate Office Rewatch, that Carrie Kemper, a new writer that season, had her sister Ellie on set, and they sent creative Christmas cards every year. Michael Scott's behavior in the episode "Ultimatum" involved shaming employees over New Year's resolutions, while Dwight, Andy, and Daryl went on a bookstore adventure. A fan question was answered regarding Jim's absence, which was due to John Krasinski filming the movie "Big Miracle." The producers arranged for him to appear in the cold open and wrote a storyline for his absence. Additionally, there were alternate lines for a scene between Michael and Pam involving Jim's sickness. Overall, the podcast provided exclusive insights into the production of "The Office" and the camaraderie between the cast members.
Traditional retail businesses evolve or fade away: Borders bookstores and Skateland roller rinks illustrate how traditional businesses must adapt to survive, as economic and technological changes favor online retail and outdoor activities.
The evolution of retail businesses, specifically bookstores and roller rinks, reflects the changing economic landscape and consumer behavior. The Borders bookstore chain, which started as a small used bookstore, grew into a popular social hub with cafes, music, and DVD sales, but ultimately couldn't compete with the convenience and lower prices of online retail. Similarly, the family-owned Skateland roller rink, a beloved community gathering place for over 60 years, closed due to the pandemic and the shift towards outdoor activities. These examples show how traditional brick-and-mortar businesses must adapt to survive in the face of economic and technological changes. It's important to support local bookstores and libraries, as they offer unique experiences and contribute to the cultural fabric of our communities.
Love and compassion transform spaces and lives: Love can change a roller rink into a homeless shelter, and compassionate actions can inspire volunteers to make a difference in their community.
Love and compassion have the power to transform spaces and lives. The Skateland roller rink, built out of love between a husband and wife, was later sold to the Hope of the Valley Rescue Mission, transforming it into a housing facility for homeless individuals. The new facility, named the Trebek Center, offers mental health services, drug and alcohol recovery programs, life skill classes, and a case manager for each resident. Jean Trebek, Alex Trebek's widow, emphasized the importance of love and support in ending homelessness. In another instance, Santa Sam surprised the team with personalized brass stamps for their wax seals. The day ended with a meeting at Dunder Mifflin, where Dwight and his Knights of the Night volunteered as crime controllers, and Jim stumbled upon their group but chose not to make fun of them. The Knights' t-shirts bearing the phrase "we are unarmed" on the back drew comparisons to the band Devo.
The 'Nights of the Night' scene in 'The Office' was inspired by The Guardian Angels: The 'Nights of the Night' episode in 'The Office' was influenced by the real-life crime prevention group, The Guardian Angels, and featured a cameo by a friend of their leader.
The "Nights of the Night" scene in "The Office" was inspired by the real-life volunteer crime prevention organization, The Guardian Angels. The Knights of the Night, a fictional spin-off of the Guardian Angels, were portrayed as an unarmed group of men wearing black shirts and red beanies for crime prevention. Seamus McCarthy, a friend of the Knights of the Night's leader, made a cameo appearance in the episode. The episode's setting was on January 3, 2011, which was an ordinary day with notable top songs and movies. Michael's concern in the episode was about Holly's possible engagement. Pam's New Year's resolution idea was inspired by Sue's motivation board. Randy Cordray, who left the show in season seven, still had the old video camcorder in his possession, which was used to film Michael's talking heads.
Reflections on Sue and the Happiness of Simple Pleasures: The speaker is inspired by a colleague's happiness and creativity, and reflects on the importance of finding joy in everyday life through simple pleasures, such as taking a walk.
The speaker is deeply inspired by a colleague named Sue and aspires to embody her happiness and creativity. Sue's unique qualities, such as her ability to make her own sweaters and her collection of scissors, have left a strong impression on the speaker. The speaker also reflects on the idea of happy and sad boxes, considering how they might contain a combination of objects and experiences that bring joy or comfort. The speaker's response to this question reveals a connection between happiness and the simple pleasure of taking a walk. The speaker's admiration for Sue and introspection on the concept of happy and sad boxes demonstrate the importance of finding sources of inspiration and joy in everyday life. The speaker's reflections also highlight the significance of introspection and self-awareness in understanding one's own emotions and desires.
Objects and music evoke strong emotions: This person values emotional connections with people, objects, and music, using them to find comfort and navigate emotions
For this individual, people hold more emotional significance than objects. However, when it comes to moments of happiness or sadness, certain objects can evoke strong feelings and provide comfort. For instance, a favorite robe and a cup of tea for sadness, or a glass of wine and a donut for happiness. Additionally, music plays a crucial role in their emotional boxes, acting as a source of comfort and motivation during difficult times. Overall, it's clear that for this person, the connections they have with people and the memories associated with objects and music are what bring them joy and help them navigate through various emotions.
An Exciting Night for Erin Turns Chaotic: Friends rally together through unexpected twists and revelations, demonstrating the power of their bond.
The office friends have an exciting night planned out for Erin, complete with a gluten-free menu, a dance party playlist, essentials like water and Advil, and even a surprise encounter with a celebrity. However, the evening takes an unexpected turn when a secret about Holly is revealed, leading to misunderstandings and chaos in the office. Despite the mishaps, the friends continue to support each other through it all, showing the strength of their bond. Additionally, the strict standards and practices at their workplace resulted in a humorous back-and-forth over a seemingly innocent gesture.
Behind the Scenes of The Office: Champagne Shower and Resolution Cards: Fans were curious about the authenticity of the champagne shower and the cost of the Kelly Clarkson song, while the resolution cards scene sparked interest in how they were created. Michael's interaction with Holly brought nostalgia and heartwarming moments.
The scene of Michael and Erin celebrating with champagne was carefully scripted and filmed multiple times, despite Erin appearing only slightly wet afterwards. Fans were curious about the authenticity of the champagne shower and the cost of the Kelly Clarkson song playing in the background. The resolution cards scene also sparked fan interest, with some wondering if the actors wrote their own handwriting on the cards or if the props team created different handwriting styles. Michael's interaction with Holly over her new phone brought back nostalgic memories for the actress, who shared her love for the movie "E.T." and revealed that she and her boyfriend were still together. Overall, the episode contained several humorous and heartwarming moments that resonated with fans.
Office workers' personal lives and relationship struggles: The office workers' episode explores their personal lives, revealing relatable experiences and failed attempts at relationships and resolutions.
Michael's heartbreak is evident as he misses an opportunity to ask out Paula Poundstone, while the office workers engage in various conversations and encounters. Phyllis and Angela share a relatable experience of passive digs between women. The office friends and family make appearances throughout the episode, and small details add depth to the scenes. Phyllis becomes a detective, while Dwight, Andy, and Daryl's plan to pick up women at a bookstore fails, leading them to a strip club. The episode showcases the office workers' personal lives and their attempts to navigate relationships and resolutions.
Unexpected discovery of an abandoned strip club leads to unique filming location: Serendipitous discoveries can lead to memorable experiences and unique filming locations. Differences between exterior and interior roller skates added authenticity to the production.
Serendipitous discoveries and unexpected opportunities can lead to unique and memorable experiences. During the filming of a scene for a TV show, the production team stumbled upon a seemingly unremarkable building across the street from a roller rink. What they found was an abandoned strip club named "Temptation," which had been transformed into a set with the help of a large, eye-catching sign designed by Michael Galenberg. The team was able to keep the exterior changes, much to the delight of the club's managers, even after production wrapped up. This happy accident led to the creation of a distinctive and memorable location for the show. Additionally, Rain, one of the actors, had to learn to roller skate for the scene and shared that he hadn't skated since the late 1970s. The team discovered that there were indeed differences between exterior and interior roller skates, and Rain was the only cast member who had to skate outside for the scene. The team's unexpected discoveries and experiences added depth and authenticity to the production.
Dunder Mifflin Scranton employees share their New Year's resolutions: Common resolutions include exercising, eating healthier, and spending more time with loved ones, but many struggle to keep them.
During a meeting at Dunder Mifflin Scranton, the employees shared their New Year's resolutions, with common themes including exercise, healthier eating, and spending more time with loved ones. Creed's resolution to do a cartwheel casually captured everyone's attention, but Michael's attempt to enforce Kevin's resolution to eat more vegetables led to a comical scene where Michael tried to force-feed Kevin broccoli. The scene was improvised, with Brian (who played Kevin) almost choking on the broccoli. The most popular New Year's resolutions for 2022, according to a survey, were exercising more, eating healthier, losing weight, spending more time with family and friends, living more economically, spending less time on social media, and quitting smoking. However, the survey also revealed that most people abandon their resolutions just two weeks into the year.
The Importance of Staying Active with a Friend: Maintaining an exercise routine with a friend provides motivation and support, despite challenges. The music industry's shift towards higher licensing fees for film and TV productions is a surprise but necessary adaptation.
Even though maintaining a consistent exercise routine with a friend can be challenging, the importance of staying active and finding ways to make it work, despite the obstacles, is worth the effort. Ang and the speaker have found success in their individual routines on the same day, and the support and encouragement they give each other helps keep them motivated. Additionally, the conversation touched upon the evolution of music licensing fees and how technology has impacted the music industry, leading to higher fees for film and television productions. The speakers expressed surprise at the high costs, but acknowledged the industry's shift towards relying on these deep-pocketed industries for revenue.
Paying for Artistic Performances: The cast paid $50,000 for Dave Matthews' performance and accepted the cost as worth it, while dealing with challenges from cast and production.
Artists deserve to be compensated for their work, even if the price tag seems high. During the filming of "The Office," the cast paid $50,000 for a performance by Dave Matthews, and although some might view it as extravagant, it was a price they were willing to pay. Elsewhere in the episode, Ed Helms's roller skating scene required a lot of takes and left him sore, while Michael tried to make amends for his mistakes. However, not everyone was ready to forgive and forget, as Creed expressed his displeasure with Erin's cartwheel. The production team also faced challenges from Standards and Practices, leading to several bleeped-out lines. Through it all, the cast and crew remained dedicated to bringing the best possible product to viewers.
New Year's Eve resolutions and heartfelt moments: The Office employees shared resolutions, enjoyed skating, and had heartfelt conversations, demonstrating their camaraderie and support for each other as they welcomed the new year.
The Office gang had an eventful New Year's Eve, filled with resolutions, skating, and heartfelt conversations. Randy met a new friend, Andy, who impressed him with his skating skills. Michael made a resolution to never make Holly cry again, while she considered calling off her relationship with AJ. In a heartfelt moment, Hank tried to console Holly at the caffeine corner. The episode ended with Michael coaching Creed on how to do a cartwheel, resulting in a less-than-perfect but adorable attempt. A fan question was answered about Creed's cartwheel, and it was confirmed that it was indeed his first take. Overall, the episode showcased the camaraderie and support among the Office employees as they rang in the new year.
Behind the Scenes of 'The Office Ladies' Podcast: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: A successful podcast requires a team of producers, sound engineers, associates, and executives, all working together to bring the content to life.
Jenna Fisher and Angela Kinsey shared that their show is produced by Earwolf, Jenna Fisher, and Angela Kinsey, and is executive produced by Cody Fisher. Cassie Jerkins is the producer, Sam Keefer is the sound engineer, and Ainsley Bubico is the associate producer. The theme song is "Rubber Tree" by Creed Ratton. They also mentioned that for an ad-free listening experience, listeners can sign up for a free one-month trial of Stitcher Premium using the code "office." This gives a glimpse into the team effort required to bring a podcast to life, and the various roles each team member plays in making it a success.
