Office Ladies Second Drink: Fun Run Part 1 with Kate Flannery
Nov 3, 2025
This week, actress Kate Flannery, best known as Meredith Palmer on The Office, joins the hosts to delve into the hilarious chaos of Fun Run Part 1. Kate shares her unique experiences, including the wild stunts she performed herself and her memorable moments improvising with the cast. They explore fan questions about Pam's internet mishaps and Jim & Pam's evolving relationship. Plus, Kate reveals what props she kept from the show and highlights her ongoing charity work with Philabundance. Get ready for some lively laughs and nostalgia!
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Real Paperwork Fueled On‑Set Authenticity
- The show encouraged actors to bring real paperwork to their desks so background behavior felt authentic on camera.
- That routine helped maintain a believable office world and sustained performers' focus.
Reaction To Meredith's Car Stunt
- Kate's first thought reading Fun Run was, "Does she live?" because writers briefly pitched killing Meredith.
- The stunt insert later had her roll into the windshield and off onto a mat, which bruised her for the Emmys.
Props And Personal Keepsakes From Set
- Kate revealed she kept Meredith's satchel with props inside, including Pam and Jim's wedding program, which she later showed on Some Good News.
- She also mentioned using real desk paperwork and solitaire as in-character background actions.