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Office Ladies

A Look Back on Scott’s Tots with B.J. Novak

Apr 3, 2024
B.J. Novak, known for playing Ryan Howard on The Office, joins Office Ladies to discuss directing 'Scott's Tots'. They share deleted scenes, real-life success stories, and insights into directing. The episode delves into cringeworthy moments, heartwarming gestures, and the impact of promises made. A mix of humor and heartfelt reflections fills this episode, making it a must-listen for fans of the show.
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Quick takeaways

  • B.J. Novak discusses directing the 'cringiest' 'Office' episode, 'Scott’s Tots'.
  • Deleted scene reveals Dwight impersonating Meredith, adding depth to character dynamics.

Deep dives

The Promise to Scott's Tots

Michael made a promise 10 years ago to pay for the college tuition of a group of third graders, the Scott's Tots. This promise, made in good faith but with unrealistic expectations, now comes back to haunt Michael as the kids reach high school graduation age.

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