Office Ladies Second Drink: Traveling Salesman
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Aug 4, 2025 Greg Daniels, director and writer known for his work on The Office, shares his insights on the beloved episodes 'Traveling Salesman' and 'The Return.' He reminisces about memorable character pairings and the hilarious dynamics that unfold. The conversation touches on deleted scenes, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and production techniques that shaped the show. With funny reflections on the coffee shop moments between Pam and Angela, and the ups and downs of the quirky office relationships, listeners get a delightful mix of nostalgia and laughter.
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Greg Daniels on Episode Inspiration
- Greg Daniels shared how the episode was conceived to explore new character pairings and Dwight's romantic arc.
- The episode highlighted sales skills showing contrasts between characters like original and new Dwight.
Real Coffee Shop Location
- The coffee shop seen in Angela and Pam's scenes was a real location in Van Nuys, now closed.
- It was adjacent to the tattoo parlor used in a later episode.
One Location, Multiple Uses
- Multiple offices for sales calls filmed in a single vacant building dressed differently.
- This allowed efficient use of one location as five separate office spaces.