Office Ladies Second Drink: The Deposition
Jan 19, 2026
Dive into a hilarious breakdown of a chaotic deposition where Michael is an unwitting star witness. Discover the nuances of ping pong and hear about Angela's kitchen table transforming into a game zone. Enjoy a lively discussion about trash talk versus smack talk, with Jenna clarifying definitions and the writers’ alternative insults. Plus, relish in a deleted gem of Michael's cringe-worthy journal entry. The chaos of the office reigns supreme, with unexpected moments and behind-the-scenes secrets shared!
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Ping-Pong Origins And A Cut Dwight Gag
- Lester Lewis and the writers seeded this episode with a ping-pong subplot inspired by real writers' games in the warehouse.
- An unused idea for this episode was simply labeled "Dwight gets stuck in the wall," which didn't make the cut but amused the hosts.
Dining Table Turned Ping-Pong Table
- Angela's family converted their dining table with a ping-pong top and regretted the constant bouncing noise at all hours.
- The kids loved it, but the persistent early-morning ball thumping became a household nuisance.
Writers' Strike Shaped Season 4
- The 2007 Writers Guild strike directly shortened The Office season 4 and halted writing presence on set.
- Jenna and Angela emphasize how essential writers were on set for alternates, scene tweaks, and the show's quality.
