Office Ladies Second Drink: Beach Games
Oct 13, 2025
Jen Celotta, a talented writer and producer from The Office, takes center stage, sharing her behind-the-scenes experiences with the unforgettable 'Beach Games' episode. She reveals how a 'Survivor' theme inspired the challenges and the hilarious hot dog eating contest. Tune in as they discuss the creative chaos behind filming, from Andy's floating sumo suit mishap to Angela's impressive basketball knowledge. Listen for insights on Pam's brave moment with Jim and the unexpected challenges of creating that nail-biting coal walking scene.
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How The Episode Was Written
- Jen Celotta and Greg Daniels split writing duties on the episode and collaborated on different scenes.
- Jen credits Greg for writing Pam's pivotal speech and recalls their shared process and procrastination habits.
Tough Beach Location Conditions
- Filming at the beach was logistically brutal with distant bathrooms and a mix of heat and cold.
- Cast used golf carts, heat lamps, and hand warmers while the crew scrambled to get all shots done.
Procrastination Influenced The Joke Choices
- The episode leaned into Survivor and Harry Potter fandom as comedic framing devices.
- Small writer-room hobbies, like decorating chopsticks as wands, filtered directly into character jokes and team names.