In this episode of the podcast, the hosts take a look back at the 'Secret Santa' episode of The Office. They discuss Jim and Dwight's holiday party, Phyllis playing Santa Claus, and Michael hijacking the party. They also delve into Andy tormenting Erin with Secret Santa gifts, the origin of Secret Santa, and a blooper from the cast. Billie Joe Armstrong makes an appearance and shares a clip of Dwight and Andy singing 'Boulevard of Broken Dreams'. They also talk about kittens found on set and their happy lives, reminisce about The Office set, and discuss deleted scenes, breaking character, and romantic moments among the characters.
Jim and Dwight organize a successful Christmas party with festive decorations and fun activities.
Andy's attempt to impress Erin with a 12 days of Christmas Secret Santa gift results in comical mishaps.
Michael's jealousy leads to a hilarious battle of dueling Santas in the office.
Deep dives
The Party Planning Committee Delivers a Memorable Christmas Party
Jim and Dwight take charge of the Christmas party, putting on a great event with festive decorations and fun activities.
Andy's 12 Days of Christmas Gift for Erin
Andy's Secret Santa gift for Erin turns into a series of comical mishaps as he tries to impress her with the 12 days of Christmas theme.
Michael's Revelation and the Office's Celebration
Michael accidentally reveals that the company may be going out of business, causing panic among the employees. But to their relief, it turns out that only upper management is affected, and their jobs are safe, leading to a joyous celebration and even Michael crowd-surfing in the office.
Pam plays matchmaker with her lasagna
Pam tries to play matchmaker when she notices Oscar's interest in the warehouse worker while making lasagna. She hopes to make a connection similar to her own with Jim.
The dueling Santas
Michael becomes upset when Jim allows Phyllis to be Santa, leading to a hilarious battle of dueling Santas in the office. The scene features comedic moments and laughter among the cast.
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 deep dive on the origin of Secret Santa, Angela shares a blooper from a scene none of the cast could get through and Billie Joe also sends in a clip about Dwight and Andy singing “Boulevard of Broken Dreams”. So sit on Santa’s lap because Michael needs this and enjoy the episode!