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This week we’re breaking down “Garden Party” and the ladies are joined by multi-platinum singer, songwriter, actor Josh Groban who played Andy’s brother, Walter Jr. Josh talks about how fun it was to be on the set of “The Office” and a connection he now shares with Andy. Angela uncovers more Big Pregs Little Pregs moments and Jenna shows how this episode is up there with “Scott’s Tots” in terms of cringy. So give Mose your car and enjoy this “Garden Party”!  Check out Josh Groban in Broadway’s “Sweeney Todd”: https://sweeneytoddbroadway.com/ Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down “Lotto” and the ladies are joined by Mark Proksch (“What We Do in the Shadows”, “Better Call Saul”) who played Nate on “The Office”! When the warehouse employees win the lottery, they all quit, forcing Andy to hire new warehouse employees and Darryl to grapple with how he missed out on this lucrative opportunity because he moved upstairs to be warehouse manager. Mark Proksch shares how he yo-yo’d his way onto “The Office”, Angela has a “Sass Tracker” and Jenna points out a dream she has in common with Pam. Also FYI, we don’t technically have a hearing problem but sometimes if there’s a lot of noises occurring at the same time, we can only hear and enjoy “Office Ladies”. Check out Barak Hardley’s website: www.barakhardley.com Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down “The Incentive”. In an attempt to please Robert California by doubling sales, Andy creates an incentive program that really motivates the employees to achieve the grand prize of tattooing his butt. Jenna shares an email “Office Ladies” got from TV critic Myles McNutt, Angela uncovers a Dwight “chunk” deleted scene and the ladies share what kind of tattoo they would get. So let’s cut out the unnecessary words like Kevin - Listen Office Ladies, you feel good.  Check out The Fannie Farmer Cookbook  Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down “The List” and can you believe it? It’s Season 8 of “The Office”! Robert California (James Spader) is the new CEO of Dunder Mifflin and Andy is the Scranton Branch manager. Erin stumbles upon Robert California’s notebook with a list of all the employees’ names in two mysterious columns and they must figure out what it means. Jenna shares how the writers chose who would be the new manager, Angela does a plank and we hear an audio clip from Kate Flannery. We also have the “Great Debate” of this episode that can only be solved by Ellie Kemper. So don’t watch a commercial over and over again, instead enjoy this Office Ladies’ episode! Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

Happy Bonus Episode Friday! We continue our movie breakdown of “Speed” with an interview with actress Beth Grant! Beth played Helen in “Speed” and shares what it was like to act alongside Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock in a runaway bus on the 105 freeway. Beth shares how much the script changed since her audition and how making a mistake during a take was a huge ordeal, like 300 cars having to all turn around ordeal. We learn firsthand what it was like to work on “Speed” and of course, the ladies and Beth reminisce on Beth playing Dwight’s babysitter in “Dinner Party”. This is a fun Friday treat so don’t get off this “Office Ladies” bus and enjoy!  Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down the hit action movie, “Speed” starring Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock! A bomb has been planted on a city bus and a young cop must stop it from exploding by keeping the bus above 50 miles per hour. The ladies tell you everything you want to know about the stunts, including stunts Keanu did himself. Angela shares commentary from director Jan de Bont including how he pulled from real life experience to direct this film. And Jenna points out some great phone acting. So pop quiz, hot shot. Are you ready to enjoy this very special episode of “Office Ladies”? Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down the second part of “Search Committee”, and we are joined by Rainn Wilson! The hunt for the next manager continues and Jo Bennett (Kathy Bates) arrives to help out. Rainn shares what it was like to play Dwight during the Dunder Mifflin manager transition and he also shares a Creed episode he pitched to the writers. Then the ladies and Rainn discuss his new book, “Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution”. Later Angela shares what people lie about on their resumes and Jenna finds a “chunk it” reference from “Modern Family”. This is a great Season 7 finale so tell your family at Finger Lakes that you’re on a hike so you can enjoy it!  “Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution”: https://www.hachettego.com/titles/rainn-wilson/soul-boom/9780306828270/ Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down “Search Committee, Part 1”. Jim, Toby and Gabe are on Dunder Mifflin’s search committee to find the next Dunder Mifflin manager. Darryl, Andy and Dwight all throw their names in the ring, along with some outside candidates. This episode is jam packed with cameos and we hear audio clips from Will Arnett! Jenna shares the Cliffhanger Document for this episode and Angela has a deep dive/old tech alert on Clippy, the Microsoft Word paperclip mascot. The ladies also have another Mom Detectives case. It’s another beautiful day at Office Ladies, or as we like to call it, Great Bratton. Boboddy!  Darryl, Dwight and Andy’s Resumes on Office Tally: https://www.officetally.com/darryl-philbin-resume   Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down “Dwight K. Schrute, (Acting) Manager”. Dwight’s time as manager has arrived! Dwight immediately implements his unique management style and literally terrorizes the office with a bang. Jenna does a deep dive on piranhas, the ladies break down Dwight’s office decorating style and Angela uncovers a deleted scene that gives a shout out to Keanu! We also find out who Jo Bennett’s favorite Scranton branch employee is. This is a great episode that will give Oscar no reason to check your symptoms on WebMD. Enjoy!   Office Tally Interview with Mike Schur: https://www.officetally.com/dwight-k-schrute-acting-manager-qa/5 Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

It’s still spring break so let’s reminisce on the 100th episode of “Office Ladies”! The ladies break down “Heavy Competition”, where Michael tries to steal Dwight’s customers while running Michael Scott Paper Company. To celebrate, Angela pops some champagne and Jenna demonstrates the skill needed for that super fun cheeseball opening. So as you’re deciding whether “Pachelbel” is a better wedding song than “You Can Call Me Al”, enjoy this ep and thanks for being an “Office Ladies” fan!  Listen to Creed Bratton’s song, “Breathe Easy”:https://music.apple.com/us/album/breathe-easy-single/1590302298 Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

It’s Spring Break and why not celebrate with “Hot Girl,” the Season One “Office” finale?! This ep co-stars Amy Adams and is written by Mindy Kaling. Jenna and Angela share an Amy Adams story that may involve Meryl Streep, and is Jenna an international poker champion? The ladies also explore the disappearing - reappearing E.T. on Jim’s desk and answer some burning fan questions about this episode. Enjoy!  Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re interviewing Will Ferrell! Will chats with the ladies about what it was like to guest star on “The Office” as Deangelo Vickers during the transition of Steve Carell leaving the show. Will shares how he was a fan of “The Office,” reached out about guesting and was surprised to be offered a four episode arc. The ladies ask Will some fan questions, they also share some fun ski stories, and Will weighs in on the basketball dunk stunt gone wrong. So please enjoy this conversation with Will Ferrell, we promise it’s not a dud from Dud City.  Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down “The Inner Circle.” Deangelo Vickers has created an exclusive inner circle at the office that is composed only of men and it pisses off the women. Angela reads from her college journal where she reflects on a breakup, Jenna discovered this episode had a lot of “Drama Alerts” involving soda and music, and the ladies talk about a stunt that went wrong on the set of this episode. We checked but our juggling balls are not in the car, so we’re going to pantomime juggling while you enjoy this episode!  Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re interviewing Steve Carell! Steve talks about what it was like to be on “The Office,” play Michael Scott and everyone reminisces over some favorite Michael moments. Steve answers fan questions from the “Office Ladies” Facebook fan page including questions like “Do you have a Toby in your life?”. The ladies also give Steve a “Regular Guy” quiz. This is a delightful, funny conversation we’ve all been waiting for and we know you’re gonna be just as happy as we were to hear from Steve. Enjoy, Office Ladies fans!  Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we finish breaking down “Goodbye Michael” and we are joined again with the writer of the episode, Greg Daniels! The ladies and Greg get into what filming the last scenes with Steve Carell were like. Greg shares how he believed the show could survive after Steve’s exit because of how strong the ensemble cast was. Jenna gets into how they shot the airport scene and Angela shares an interview she did with Steve Carell during his last week on “The Office” set. They also talk about the Goodbye party the cast and crew threw for Steve in the warehouse. This is another great ep and we know you won’t want to sneak away to catch a Colin Firth film instead. Enjoy! Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we break down the first part of “Goodbye Michael” and we are joined by the writer of this episode, Greg Daniels! The office thinks tomorrow is Michael’s last day, but Michael has decided to secretly leave a day early. Greg shares his joy of writing this episode, including the easter egg of Michael pushing his Dundie on his desk to match the opening credits shot. Jenna points out how Michael has grown since the first Party Planning Committee meeting in Season One, but maybe the PPC hasn’t changed so much. Angela shares how even though Angela Martin couldn’t care less about Michael leaving, there are shots in this episode where Angela’s eyes are red from crying. It’s hard to let Michael leave to be with Holly and Toby’s brother, Rory, in Colorado, but this episode is still a total treat like vanilla ice cream with hot fudge so let’s fudge it up!  Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

It’s almost time to say goodbye to Michael, so today we’re taking a trip down memory lane with “Frame Toby.” NOOOOOOOOOO! Toby’s back and Michael is horrified. Michael does what anybody would do to get rid of Toby, frame him with drugs and get him fired. Meanwhile, the office fights over a very disgusting microwave and Jim buys his parents’ house. Jenna does a deep dive on how to clean a microwave, Angela has a soap box moment about street names, and we find out who ended up cleaning the microwave which was accompanied by… a slow clap!  Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down “Michael’s Last Dundies.” Michael tries to teach Deangelo how to host the Dundies Award show but Deangelo’s extreme stage fright gets in the way. Meanwhile Pam gives Erin some relationship advice that results in her very public breakup with Gabe. We hear clips from the director and writer of this episode, Mindy Kaling! Mindy talks about what it was like to direct her very first TV episode and how she wrote both this episode and the first “Dundies” episodes in Season Two. In honor of Michael, Angela throws her own Dundies Award ceremony for the Office Ladies team which may have resulted in a “Longest Engagement” moment. And Jenna deep dives the sweet potato fry. So get your acceptance speech ready because it’s time for Michael’s Last Dundies!   Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down “Training Day.” Michael becomes fast friends with the man who’s been hired to replace him at Dunder Mifflin, Deangelo Vickers, who is played by the very funny Will Ferrell! But once Michael introduces Deangelo to the office, Michael begins to have second thoughts about his replacement and leaving. The ladies make some Kahlua Sombreros in honor of Michael and Deangelo’s meet up and talk about what it was like to work with Will Ferrell for four episodes. Angela plays some deleted Michael and Deangelo scenes, and Jenna deep dives the origin of meet cutes. Angela also shares a song sung by her aunt and the ladies reminisce with temp job stories. We don’t have to lure you with a turtle to enjoy this episode because it’s a good one, way better than the TV Show “Babies I Don’t Care About.” Link to Thelma Mercer’s “All American Girl”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcFZDWYR3UI Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we're breaking down “Garage Sale.” Dunder Mifflin is having a big garage sale and Michael plans to propose to Holly. Meanwhile Dwight goes on a quest to get the most expensive item at the garage sale by starting out with trading only a thumbtack. Jenna breaks down where the inspiration for this episode came from, and Angela gives us a table-by-table breakdown of everything the Dunder Mifflin crew is trying to sell, including Michael’s unforgettable tiny broken plasma screen TV and more. Then, Jenna does a deep dive on Boccardo Jewelers, Angela gives us international Garage Sale info, and the ladies answer fan questions about Michael’s big proposal, and yes there is a safety meeting involved. Office Ladies listeners, this episode is great and you don’t even need to save up 3 years worth of your salary to enjoy it. Paper Clip For A House TED Talk link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8s3bdVxuFBs Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down “Todd Packer.” Dunder Mifflin employees are upset when traveling salesman Todd Packer gets a permanent job at the office. Meanwhile, Pam uses her power as Office Administrator to help Andy get a new computer. Then, the ladies reveal how David Koechner came to play Todd Packer, Jenna explains what a bottle episode is and how this episode is an example of it, and Angela deep dives into ant farms. There’s also some Tasty Kakes! So it’s time to enjoy this episode and ask ourselves, Who is Justice Beaver?  Try some Tasty Kakes: https://www.tastykake.com/ Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down “Threat Level Midnight” with writer of the episode, B.J. Novak! After years of working on his personal passion project, Michael finally finishes his movie “Threat Level Midnight” and screens it for the office. Unfortunately Holly isn’t really impressed. B.J. shares his joy of writing this episode and making Michael Scott’s movie a reality. Afterwards, the ladies reminisce on how fun it was to act and dress as their characters from earlier seasons. Angela shares some great bloopers and Jenna reveals another popular musical group that made a song inspired by “Threat Level Midnight”. So come on everybody, it’s clean up on Aisle 5. Let’s do the Scarn and enjoy this episode!  Football player doing the Scarn The Network’s Song “Threat Level Midnight”  Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we have a special episode where Jenna and Angela sit down with “The Office” superfan and popstar, Billie Eilish! Billie shares her favorite episodes, seasons and what “The Office” means to her. Billie also shares how “The Office” made her learn a couple things incorrectly including thinking that the band U2 was from Scranton. The ladies talk with Billie about what it was like to sample a clip from “Threat Level Midnight” in her song, “My Strange Addiction.” Then we end with an “Office” quiz! Are you an “Office” superfan? Can you get all the questions right? Enjoy this very fun and special episode with Billie Eilish! Happy New Year!    Check out Billie Eilish: https://www.billieeilish.com/#/ Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week, we’re taking a trip down memory lane with “Casino Night,” which includes an interview with John Krasinski! This episode was written by Steve Carell and the ladies start this JAM packed episode by explaining how Steve ended up writing this episode, we chat about Pam's wink to Jim, and Jenna shares some behind the scenes tidbits about the Scrantonicity video. Then we get some fan catches about Pam's casino night dress paired with her watch, and that Dwangela slap heard around the world. Finally, we call up the one and only John Krasinski to talk about his memories about this episode, the teapot, and that iconic episode ending.  Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week Jenna and Angela answer your fan mail questions and revisit some past “Office” episodes. Jenna brings in Michael’s “coffee” drink from “Chair Model” to share and it quickly gets turned into an adult beverage. Angela gets redemption over saying “chunk it,” and the ladies go through some wedding invitations, baby pics and more, sharing some wonderful, heartfelt fan stories. Plus we have some exciting upcoming news. So please enjoy this episode while you get ready for the holiday break, we love ya!  -Just for Laughs- https://jflvancouver.com/show/office-ladies-queen-elizabeth/-Chocolate Truffles from CCCC- https://www.chocolatechocolate.com/-Quackery book - https://bookshop.org/p/books/quackery-a-brief-history-of-the-worst-ways-to-cure-everything-lydia-kang/16594494 Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down “PDA” and we’re joined by Greg Daniels who directed this episode! Michael and Holly are happily back in a relationship but they are not shy of expressing it in the office with a lot of PDA. Meanwhile Jim and Pam get drunk at lunch and spend the rest of the work day trying to hide it, among something else. Greg talks about directing this episode and what it was like anticipating the last few Michael Scott episodes. Jenna shares an idea she had during filming to show how Jim and Pam were drunk and Angela ponders if Angela Martin was in charge of watering and pruning the plants. Also, a fan writes in to say why this episode was a bit confusing for viewers outside of the United States. So whatever you do, don’t do Stanley’s Sudoku and enjoy this episode!  Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down “The Search.” When Jim leaves Michael at a gas station to attend to baby Cece, Michael wanders around Scranton causing Dwight, Erin and Holly to go look for him. Meanwhile, the office has a caption contest to Pam’s drawings even though Gabe keeps trying to institute unfun rules. Brent Forrester sends in clips on what it was like to write this “The Office” meets “Sleepless in Seattle” episode. Jenna wonders about the meaning of doodles, Angela talks about the animals cast in the pet shop and the ladies break down who’s who in the pictures on the “THIEF!” wall. No need to send out an APB … Ask Pam Beesly… Did you see what we did- nevermind, enjoy this episode!  “The Meaning of Doodles” - https://99designs.com/blog/creative-inspiration/meaning-of-doodles/ Take a Writing Class with Brent Forrester: https://www.brentforrester.com/ Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down “The Seminar.” Andy hosts a small business seminar in the conference room with the help of some of his fellow coworkers. Meanwhile, Pam and Oscar try to help Erin beat Gabe in a game of Scrabble. Jenna breaks down the special Ricky Gervais cameo, Angela points out some great Creed moments including an alternate Creed seminar speech and the ladies discuss a business idea of Jenna’s. So gather in the conference room for Nard Dog’s seminar, meet Lou Peachum and enjoy this episode!  Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

It’s Thanksgiving break and what better way to spend it than reminiscing on another great Michael and Holly episode? Take a look back when all the branches of Dunder Mifflin gathered for a company-wide picnic. Michael reconnects with Holly and the Scranton branch come together to slay at volleyball until Pam and Jim discover some very surprising news. The ladies break down why this episode needed “special business performers,” Angela reveals some epic volleyball moves and Jenna shares how the big season finale news was kept under wraps. So grab your soup snake and enjoy this very special episode! Happy Thanksgiving!  Link to Jennie Tan’s “Company Picnic” write-up on “Office Tally”: https://www.officetally.com/the-office-company-picnic   Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies

This week we’re breaking down “Ultimatum.” Michael and the office finds out how Holly’s ultimatum to AJ went and Pam gets the office to make New Years’ resolutions. The ladies share what would be in their happy and sad boxes, Jenna gives a location breakdown of the roller rink used in this episode and what the building is today. Angela is inspired by Darryl, Dwight and Andy and brings her roller skates into the studio to skate around. So shake up a bottle of champagne and enjoy this episode!   Check out Hope of the Valley Rescue Mission - https://www.hopeofthevalley.org/ Office Ladies Website - Submit a fan question: https://officeladies.com/submitaquestionFollow Us on Instagram: OfficeLadiesPodCheck out Office Ladies Merch at Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/collections/office-ladies