The guest on this episode is Claire Scanlon, the director and editor of 'The Office'. They talk about Claire's experience directing her first TV episode, the camaraderie on set, and the challenges of the entertainment industry. They also discuss fan fiction, deleted scenes, and memorable moments from 'The Office'.
Claire Scanlon shares her experience directing her first episode of TV on 'The Office'.
The conflict between Nelly and Andy escalates when Nelly seduces Robert and threatens Andy's pay.
Andy's attempt to boost morale with Dunder Mifflin team jerseys gets cut from the episode but still makes appearances.
Deep dives
Phyllis's Rainy Day Cliches
Phyllis uses several cliches about the rain, including 'the plants are going to love this,' 'it's raining cats and dogs,' and 'the roads are slickest in the first half of the day.'
Andy and Aaron's Return and Nelly's Takeover
Andy and Aaron return to the office, but Nelly has taken over Andy's office and manager position. Andy tries to assert his authority, but Nelly refuses to back down.
Jim and Pam's Pediatrician and Ryan's Jealousy
Jim and Pam introduce their pediatrician, Ravi, to the office. Ryan becomes jealous of Ravi's connection with Kelly.
Robert and Nelly's Showdown
Robert tries to intervene in the conflict between Nelly and Andy, but Nelly seduces him and threatens to dock Andy's pay. Andy leaves the office in defeat.
Andy's Plan for Dunder Mifflin Jerseys
Andy comes up with a plan to boost morale by having everyone wear Dunder Mifflin jerseys, inspired by a scene in the movie Rudy. He distributes the jerseys, but the storyline is later cut. Despite this, the jerseys make appearances throughout the episode, including when Erin approaches Andy in the break room.
Awkward Conference Room Meeting
During a conference room meeting led by Nellie, Andy reveals that he had a problem with Erin the previous night. The discussion veers into topics of impotence, causing discomfort among the employees. The meeting ends with Andy defiantly quitting his job as manager.
This week is “Angry Andy”. Andy has returned to Dunder Mifflin only to discover he’s been usurped by Nellie. Meanwhile Ryan tries to win back Kelly who’s fallen in love with Pam and Jim’s pediatrician, Ravi. And the ladies talk with director and editor Claire Scanlon! “Angry Andy” was Claire’s first time directing an episode of TV and she shares what the experience was like, plus what editing for “The Office” was like. The ladies also talk about “The Office” fan fiction which includes a romance between an unlikely pair, Angela points out a deleted scene that involved Dunder Mifflin team jerseys, and Jenna deep dives “importance”. So enjoy this ep, Jim might even buy you a hot chocolate.