Best friends and The Office co-stars Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey invite you to join them for the ultimate deep dive into The Office. Every week they share the kind of behind-the-scenes secrets, set memories, and "had to be there" moments that only two insiders can, along with exclusive interviews with favorites like Steve Carell, John Krasinski, Rainn Wilson, Mindy Kaling, and creator Greg Daniels.
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This week the ladies chat with John Krasinski! John, Jenna and Angela talk about Season 9 of “The Office”, Jenna remembers John pitching a way to wrap up the Jim and Pam storyline, Angela asks John some call sheet questions, and John tells the ladies about his upcoming movie “IF”! This is a wonderful chat so please enjoy, Office Ladies fans! Check Out the IF Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mb2187ZQtBE Follow If on Instagram: @IFmovie Follow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPod Check out Off...
This week we’re taking a look back at “Nepotism”. Michael got his nephew, played by Evan Peters, a job at Dunder Mifflin and he’s terrible. Like soy ice cream and bagel chips terrible. The ladies tell you everything you want to know about the lip dub opening, and Kate Flannery sends in a clip about her experience being strapped to Brian Baumgartner’s back. Then Angela shares a story full of twists and turns about trying to find a Blu-Ray player in her hometown so she could research this episode,...
This week we’re breaking down “Junior Salesman”. Dwight searches for a part-time salesman to fill in while Jim splits his time between Athlead and Dunder Mifflin. We hear audio clips from editor Dave Rogers who talks about his experience directing this episode. Angela has a very surprising update on the banned mallard duck, Jenna breaks down how fan reactions to the boom operator affected the storyline and the ladies discuss what they can podcast about next after their “Office” rewatch. So no ne...
This week we’re breaking down “Customer Loyalty”. Dwight goes out of his way to stop Darryl from leaving Dunder Mifflin, and Jim misses Cece’s recital which leads to a fight that causes Pam to turn to someone from the documentary crew! We hear audio clips from the director of this episode, Kelly Cantley, who talks about taking on such a big reveal. Angela also interviews her daughter, Isabel, who played a ladybug in this episode and Jenna shares a fan letter that pitches many incidents the docum...
This week we’re breaking down “Suit Warehouse”. Clark brings the office a new espresso machine causing everyone to have way too much caffeine and they get wild. Meanwhile, Darryl goes to Philly to interview for Athlead and Pam tags along. We hear audio clips from the director of this episode and “The Office” cinematographer, Matt Sohn, who shares some fun tidbits about making this episode! Angela breaks down how the Athlead office was made and Jenna points out all the times the carpet had to be ...
This week we’re breaking down Lice. Pam accidentally gives the office lice but allows Meredith to take the blame. Meanwhile, Jim has a business meeting and shoots hoops with his hero Dr. J. Kate Flannery sends in audio clips about Meredith shaving her head and Angela runs into actor Jeff Hatch who played Jim’s limo driver and he shares what it was like to be on the show. Angela also talks about the Scranton bar The Bog, Jenna talks see-through baseball pants and Office Ladies fam, it’s Jenna’s b...
This week we take a look back on “Scott’s Tots”! The ladies chat with the director of this episode and the man behind the sometimes-fedora-wearing Ryan Howard, B.J. Novak! Often referred to as the “cringiest” episode, B.J. discusses what it was like directing his first “Office” episode, Angela shares a deleted scene where Dwight impersonates Meredith and Jenna shares a real-life Scott’s Tots' success story. So, if you’re a Stanley, you will love this episode. But if you’re a Pam…well, we still t...
This episode dives into "Murder," revealing how writer Daniel Chun's real-life experience influenced the script and how the writers' room played a murder mystery game for research. Angela shares her own Mafia game with Oscar Nuñez, while Jenna recounts her spooky dinner theater acting days. The hosts also discuss filming challenges, character improvisations, and notable continuity errors like Pam's recurring outfit, all against the backdrop of Michael's frantic attempt to save Dunder Mifflin's morale.
This week we’re breaking down “Dwight’s Christmas”. When the PPC fails to plan a Christmas Party, Dwight takes over bringing Belsnickel and more to the office. Meanwhile Pete teaches Erin about “Die Hard”. Jenna uncovers if “Die Hard” is a Christmas movie, Angela brings in gluhwein made by her husband, Josh, and the ladies chat with our very own Sam Kieffer about his time working on “Office Ladies”. Did we mention it’s our 200th episode? Come celebrate with us! Check out Sam’s podcast “Enemy in ...
This week we’re breaking down “The Target”. Angela asks Dwight to find her a hitman to take out Oscar for having an affair with the Senator. Meanwhile, some of the Dunder Mifflin employees make an impressive tower out of customer complaint cards. Chris Gethard who played Trevor sends in clips about his experience, along with director of this episode Brent Forrester. Jenna breaks down how the card tower was constructed and Angela reveals in deleted scenes a holiday that was never celebrated on “T...
This week Jenna and Angela sit down with Kelly Cantley, who was the first Assistant Director (A.D.) and legendary leader of “Safety Meetings!” on “The Office” for 8 seasons. Angela shares how Kelly and her are the same size and that helped with costume decisions and more for Angela Martin, Jenna gets to nerd out with Kelly on scheduling and Kelly explains why episodes like “Prince Family Paper” were deceptively tricky episodes to make. This is a wonderful interview, especially for “Office” fans ...
This episode of Office Ladies breaks down "The Whale," Season 9, Episode 7, delving into Dwight's hilarious attempts to sell to a female client despite his social awkwardness. Angela and Oscar team up for a "Mom Detectives" investigation into the Senator's suspicious activities, leading to some brilliant comedic moments. The hosts also discuss Jim's challenging telecommuting experience, offer deep dives into Movember's origins, the history of phone books and shoulder pads, and share behind-the-scenes stories, including Carrie Kemper's writing journey and Melora Hardin's performance as Jan.
This week we’re breaking down “The Boat”. Andy’s father has lost his family’s money and Andy must step up and sell the family boat. Meanwhile Jim, Pam and Nellie prank Dwight in an elaborate fakey radio interview. We hear audio clips from Andrew Santino who played the grumpy sailor on Andy’s boat. Angela shares some fun tongue twisters, Jenna talks about how a group of animals made filming on the boat difficult and the ladies have a conflab about Oscar’s file on Kevin. So don’t worry, Sandra Mic...
Happy Valentine’s Day! Pack your day bags because we're taking a trip down memory lane and headed to New York! This week we're breaking down Valentine’s Day, and we are joined by the wonderful Andy Buckley (The Office, Veep, Avenue 5). Andy chats with Jenna and Angela about his time as a stock broker, how he got the part of David Wallace, and his surprise to become a recurring character. Then Jenna does a deep dive on Sbarro Pizza, Angela gives us some insider info on 30 Rockefeller Plaza, and t...
This week we’re breaking down “Here Comes Treble”. Andy invites his old college a cappella group to perform at the office for Halloween but it turns sour when his rival Broccoli Rob (Stephen Colbert) overtakes the event. We hear clips from writer Halsted Sullivan and actor Nick Cafero who played a member of the “Here Comes Treble” a cappella group about their experience with this episode. Angela shares some real college a cappella group names, Jenna reveals that the ladies may have another Mom D...
Are you ready for some Monday Motivation? Jenna and Angela sit down with Kendra Adachi, host of “The Lazy Genius” podcast, and talk about how being a lazy genius has improved their lives. This includes Jenna and Angela sharing how Kendra’s lazy genius advice has helped them become better business partners to each other. Kendra also reveals which “Office” characters are lazy geniuses and it might surprise you! So enjoy this bonus episode and please welcome “The Lazy Genius” podcast to the “Office...
This week the ladies chat with Bryan Cranston! Bryan Cranston is well known for playing Walter White on “Breaking Bad”, Hal from “Malcolm in the Middle” and so many more incredible, award-winning acting credits, but he also directed “Work Bus”! Bryan shares what it was like to be given this opportunity and how he thought he would get to direct in the well air-conditioned “Office” set but instead found himself working in the now legendary “Death Bus”. Jenna, Angela and Bryan also chat about shari...
Jenna and Angela have some great news to share. “The Lazy Genius Podcast” with Kendra Adachi is joining the “Office Ladies” Network! Check out Lazy Genius now on the Office Ladies Network: thelazygeniuscollective.com/officeladies Check out Office Ladies merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestion Follow us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPod To learn more about listener data and our privacy ...
This week we’re breaking down “Work Bus”. When Jim convinces Dwight the building is unsafe to work in, Dwight rents a bus for the office to work from. Jim seizes the opportunity to use the bus to get Pam some delicious pie and Erin helps Nellie with her adoption process. Ellie Kemper sends in an audio clip about peeing her pants while shooting “Work Bus” and Brent Forrester sends in clips about his memories writing and shooting this episode too. Jenna deep dives fail videos, Angela reads some “R...
This week we’re breaking down Andy’s Ancestry. Nellie pranks Andy about his ancestry and Dwight teaches Erin a new language. This episode also has a famous cold open featuring Randall Park! Jenna breaks down the cold open, Angela gets into controversial things people may or may not do in the shower and both ladies deep dive the “Game of Thrones” language Dothraki. So please enjoy this episode because whoa, that person has found him or herself in quite a predicament. Check out Office Ladies Merch...
This week we’re breaking down “Roy’s Wedding” and we have a special guest, Tim Meadows! Tim and Jenna talk about their upcoming movie, “Mean Girls” and Tim talks more in depth about guest starring in “The Office” episode “The Client” which includes singing that famous Chili’s theme song with Steve Carell. Afterwards, the ladies break down Jim and Pam attending Roy’s wedding, which causes Jim and Pam to question the strength of their relationship. Meanwhile Nellie throws a wrench in Dwight’s char...
Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey dive into The Office's Season 9 premiere, "New Guys," covering the introduction of new employees Clark and Pete, and explaining the production decisions behind Andy's unexpected character change. They share insights into Greg Daniels' return as showrunner, Rainn Wilson and Ed Helms' limited availability, and their own roles as producers shaping the Jim and Pam storyline. The hosts also reveal fun behind-the-scenes stories, including detailed breakdowns of Dwight's bike stunt and Angela's methods for the infamous vomit scene.
This week we’re taking a look back at “Christening”. It’s baby Cece’s christening and Michael has invited the entire office to attend the ceremony without telling Jim and Pam. Jenna has a gift for Angela, Sam points out another clue to who the Scranton Strangler may be and Office Ladies fans, the day has come… Angela brought in one of her journals and shares a couple entries with us! So don’t be a Sconesy Cider and enjoy this ep! Check out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/...
This week we’re taking a look back at “Secret Santa” and Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong reads this week’s summary! To raise spirits, Jim and Dwight plan a fun holiday Christmas Party and Phyllis gets to realize her dream of playing Santa Claus! However, Michael hijacks the party when he shows up dressed as Santa and won’t back down. Meanwhile, Andy accidentally torments Erin with Secret Santa gifts from the song “The 12 Days of Christmas”. (Who knew there would be so many birds?) Jenna does a ...
This week, the Office Ladies break down the Season 8 finale, "Free Family Portrait Studio," a pivotal episode featuring major cast goodbyes like BJ Novak and Mindy Kaling as writers. They reflect on their rewatch journey, discuss the surprising real-life inspirations for Jim Halpert and Andy Bernard, and dive deep into Jim's expensive pranks. The episode also unearths a wild deleted storyline involving Robert California's proposition to Jim and Pam, details the chaotic car chase with Angela and Mose, and explores Dwight's persistent quest to determine Baby Philip's paternity, all while sharing behind-the-scenes insights and fan catches.
Happy Monday, we have a bonus episode for you! The ladies answer fan mail from the Los Angeles SiriusXM Garage in front of a special audience. The ladies celebrate doing their first live show for the podcast, Angela levels up as a hummingbird watcher and Jenna reveals watching something we never thought she would. This is a fun episode to show our appreciation for our fans. Thanks for listening! Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestion Follow Us on ...
This week we’re breaking down “Turf War.” Dwight and Jim work together to secure a client from a Syracuse branch salesman after Robert drunkenly shuts down the Binghamton branch. Meanwhile Pam and Angela try to help Robert figure out what he said to Nellie on a voicemail. This episode also has Dan Castellaneta (“The Simpsons”) and Chris Bauer (“The Wire”) as guest stars! The ladies embrace being in your 50s and how to use your bra in a zombie apocalypse, and Angela points out a deleted scene whe...
This week the ladies chat with Zach Woods! Zach played Gabe Lewis on “The Office” and he shares what it was like to join the cast in the middle of Season 6. He also talks about some of his favorite memories from making the show, they all laugh over their love of “close call” moments, and Zach asks the ladies some questions of his own like what would you tell your younger self on the show if you could go back in time. This is a fun, lighthearted episode where we get to spend some time with the hi...
This week we’re taking a look back on “Sabre” and the director of this ep, John Krasinski, sends in clips to share what it was like directing this very big episode. Dunder Mifflin has been acquired by the printer company, Sabre, and its CEO is the very powerful, no nonsense Jo Bennett played by Kathy Bates. This is also the episode that introduces Gabe Lewis played by Zach Woods! Angela talks about a “Save David Wallace” fan campaign, Jenna gives us everything we want to know about those special...
This week is “Fundraiser”. The office attends a fundraiser hosted by Angela’s husband, State Senator Robert Lipton. Andy crashes it and ends up stress adopting 12 dogs, and Dwight “wins” the auction. Jenna shares how the Dwight storyline was based on a true story, Angela gives reasons why “Life is Downton Abbey” and the ladies wonder how game show prizes get delivered. So have Nellie buy you tacos and enjoy this episode! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://...
