People Person’s Paper Podcast

Another Christmas in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and this episode we have Michael Zampino along for the ride. Phyllis gets to be Santa, and that only leaves one role for Michael. How he gets there and who he offends along the way is a Christmas adventure unlike any other? Can Dunder Mifflin survive?

Jeff Thomas joins us to talk about the most controversial episode of the series, Scott's Tots! But is it as bad as everyone says? Michael makes an impossible promise to a group of students, and ten years later, it's time to collect! Erin is along for the ride as Michael faces the music, in a therapeutic episode that we think had to happen. Join us for a look at the "cringiest" episode of The Office, at least since Dinner Party. And ask yourself, whatcha gonna do?

Michael does the spin. And so do we as we welcome Cam Porter back to the show to talk about Shareholder Meeting! Dunder Mifflin leadership is facing the stockholders, and Michael is brought to New York to represent the best of the company. Meanwhile, Jim works to earn the respect of his co-workers.

Season 6 turns a corner as we welcome unofficial third host Josh Boltz back to the show to talk about a murder in Savannah! Dunder Mifflin may be bankrupt, and Michael has a plan to distract the staff, if only Jim will let him. The bullets and bourbon fly in Scranton as we celebrate 100 episodes and 6+ years of the "Quad P"!

Michael proves himself to Pam as a suitable partner for her mother, mere moments before breaking up with her. Michael Zampino is back as we dive into Double Date, and find it to be one of our favorite episodes of the season, despite an absolutely horrendous B-plot. Great moments from the supporting cast and a cool way to tie the two plots together make this one of the more interesting episodes we've seen in Season 6. Join us for all the decorations, poetry, and proper use of the word "Cattywampus."

Did you know a koi cost $300? Michael and the rest of the office do after a curious incident during a business call. I mean, it's not kiss your co-worker pregnant belly curious, but we'll get there, too. It's a weird one, but can we expect anything less as we move through Season 6? Josh Boltz is back as we try to make sense of the absurdity.

Michael has taken a lover. Unfortunately, it's Helene, Pam's mom. Jim finds out, and things get worse from there. Also, Erin has strict opinions about candy. Michael Zampino is back as we break down this weird episode.

Something feels off this episode. Josh Boltz is back, so that can't be it. He and Brian and Hilton check out the episode Mafia, and struggle to enjoy it, despite so many great character moments. It's clearly an episode that left a mark on culture, so why isn't it sitting right with out crew?

It's wedding time, and that means Pam and Jim and the entire staff of Dunder Mifflin Scranton head to Niagara Falls. Michael Zampino is back this week, sitting down with Brian and Hilton to recap the drama, excitement, and all the fun with MeeMaw! Bring an extra pair of shoes, and watch out for your scrotum, because this is an event to remember. Oh, and don't call people Bumpkins, as a rule.

Thank God for Creed! He saved what was a less than perfect episode. Michael and Jim are butting heads as Jim settles into his role as co-manager, so co-hosts Brian and Hilton (and co-guest Josh) are dissecting the ins and outs of this complex and not very funny episode. Is it still one to watch? I mean, yeah.

Josh Boltz is back this week as we dip into Episode 2 of Season 6, The Meeting! Despite having three plotlines and a lot of character moments, we don't love this episode, just like Michael doesn't love meetings he isn't invited to!

It's been a few years since we've had Alyssa Steen back on the show, and since she and Hilton used to work together, office gossip seemed like the perfect reason to have her back! Michael hates feeling left out, and in trying to fit in, he might just ruin Stanley's life! Luckily, Jim and Pam have a real rumor to share, just in time to save the day!

We don't care if there's a continuity error, we're glad Pam kicks ass at Volleyball. Honestly, we love this episode, and we're thrilled to have Josh Boltz back to talk about it. Company Picnic pulls out all the stops, as cast members return and core cast have new chances to shine. We also put a wrap on our longest season yet, looking back on the humble days of 202 when we thought recording season 5 would only take a handful of weeks. Oh, the delusion. Anyway, get your team ready, let's take on corporate!

Brett and Hannah are back with Brian and Hilton as we get into the penultimate episode of Season 5, Cafe disco! Michael's obsession with creating a caffeinated dance club in his old office space has the office frustrated, and Phyllis incapacitated. Luckily, Dwight knows his veterinary medicine. This one has a cold open we don't like, and an ending we love. Also, more Kevin and Lynn in the Superfan cut!

It's Casual Day! But nothing is casual at Dunder Mifflin. Okay, Meredith is casual. Too casual. I've said casual too many times. Anyway, the salesmen are upset about the clients they lost. Michael's upset no one is apologizing to him. Jim is playing games with Creed. Bread and Hannah from Podcasting to Perfection are hanging out to talk about the shenanigans. Join us!

Dunder Mifflin is bleeding clients, and David Wallace makes a desperate play to save the company. But is the Michael Scott Paper Company as successful as it looks? A trip to the bank reveals things may not be as solid as they appear, and Jim is caught in the middle as the two companies face off to see who will control the paper market in northeast Pennsylvania. Also, Dwight has a great apiarist, naturally. Would you have any doubt? Josh is back with Brian and Hilton as we dig into the final episode of the MSPC mega-arc. Two companies enter, but only one will survive!

Back for 2023 and still in Season 5! Josh is back with Brian and Hilton this week, as we check out the penultimate episode of the Michael Scott Paper Company arc, Heavy Competition! Dwight is wavering in his alliances, and it means fresh drama between Scranton's warring paper suppliers! Will Michael's business skills be able to save the day? Meanwhile, Andy is getting a little too personal for Jim and Pam, but Big Tuna has a way to keep him in line. Can Andy handle the reality check?

Michael Scott is back, with a new company, and a stack of rectangle-shaped pancakes! We're on episode 4 of the Michael Scott Paper Company arc, and that means Josh Boltz is back, sitting down with Hilton and Brian to talk about Scranton's newest paper supplier. We're getting to know a whole new office, complete with a new intro and new challenges! Will they manage to work it all out? And meantime, Jim is struggling with Charles' latest assignment, and why are Dwight and Andy so cozy all of a sudden? Does it have something to do with the new receptionist? Tune in and hear our take on it!

They got Vikram! And Ryan, even though he wasn’t supposed to be on the list. The Michael Scott Paper Company arc continues, and the world of the The Office gets bigger than ever as we bring back the best lipophedrine salesman in northeast Pennsylvania and introduce shrewd financier Nana. It’s all part of Michael’s plan to get his new business off the ground. Join our dream team of Brian, Josh, and Hilton as we reach the halfway point of the arc and start to see the cracks in Charles Miner’s facade. But will Michael Scott Paper Company last long enough for it to matter? The condo association is calling! Tune in and find out!

Michael only has two weeks left at Dunder Mifflin, if he can make it that long. Unsure what to do next, Michael's puttering around the office is driving people crazy. But once he finds some direction, could it lead him out of the Office for good! Josh is back with Brian and Hilton, as we christen him our resident third for the rest of the MSPC arc. Can the Office survive its biggest threat yet?!

Prince Charles Miner arrives, and nothing will ever be the same at Dunder Mifflin. Could this be the end to Michael's run as Branch Manager? Will someone see through Jim's shenaningans? Did Angela have Charles' scarf? So many questions this week, lukcily we have Josh Boltz back to navigate all the twists and turns!

Recorded on a Sunday. The Lord’s day.

This was not a re-record. I’ll never admit it.

Recorded on an unusually warm day in September, 2022.

Recorded on one of the cooler days in August, 2022

Recorded with a guest and an onlooker at the beautiful P4 Studioes in sunny south Tulsa, in the year of our Lord, 2022.

Recorded in beautiful south Tulsa, on a Sunday

Recorded in the year of our Lord, 2022

Recorded in beautiful Tulsa, OK, at the OLA Ministries Satellite Studio.

Recorded in beautiful Tulsa, Oklahoma, in a pretty nice condo.

Recorded in Tulsa, OK, at the OLA Ministries Southside Satellite Studio. Praise be.

Note

Recorded at the beautiful Quad P Studios on Tulsa, Oklahoma, in March 2022.

Recorded in February, published in March. Copyright 2022 OLA Ministries

Recorded on 1/15/22 at the OLA Ministries South Tulsa Satellite Studio

Copyright 2022 OLA Ministries

Recorded February 2020

Recorded February 2020

Recorded February 2020

Singer Joey Duffy is back to hang out in this episode from 2019. We're wrapping up Season 4 with a look at Goodbye Toby. Michael goes all out to wish his least favorite employee well as they prepare for a trip overseas. There are some pretty fun cover songs in this episode.

New guest this episode (originally recorded in 2019) - Nicole Miller! Nicole joins Hilton and Brian to talk about the 13th episode of Season 4, Job Fair! Dunder Mifflin is looking for an intern, so they his the local high school job fair. We meet Justin, and someone who looks has some good information for Pam about graphic design training.

It's almost the end of Season 4! To discuss this 12th episode of the Season, in an episode recorded in 2019, Hilton and Brian welcome back Zach Amon! Michael and Stanley face off, after Stanley snaps at Michael in front of the entire staff. Will he be fired? Will there be a fight? Probably neither of those things.

Lacey Hancock is back in this episode originally recorded in 2019, where we take a look at episode 11 of Season 4, Night Out! Michael and Dwight head to New York to party with Ryan, where they learn he may be powered by more than business acumen. Meanwhile, Jim has a great idea to help the staff get caught up on work, until it backfires.

Michael Zampino is back in this episode recorded in 2019! We're watching episode ten of Season 4, Chair Model. Michael is ready to date again, and has his sights set on the chair model from an office catalogue. He also goes on a date with Pam's landlord. And Jim and Pam discuss engagement.

It's the big one. In this episode from 2019, we look at the most talked about episode of The Office, Dinner Party. Michael invites several members of the team over for dinner, and the office hijinks gets a new setting. Also, Jan may be the devil.

In this episode recorded in 2019, Cam Porter returns to the show to talk about the eighth episode of Season 4, The Deposition. Michael is caught up in the legal battle between Jan and Dunder Mifflin. Will he be loyal to his girlfriend or his employer? Or neither? Or both? Honestly, any of those are possible. Or some fifth option we didn't even consider.

Michael is going into the woods to show he can survive with only his wits and a cut up pair of pants. That's our takeaway as Trever Carreon joins us for this episode recorded in 2019, where we discuss the 7th episode of Season 4, Survivor Man.

Terrell Norton is back in this episode from 2019. We're watching the sixth episode of Season 4, Branch Wars! Michael, Dwight, and Jim get into a heap of trouble when they plan an attack on the Utica branch. It goes well.

Dunder Mifflin is getting its own commercial! Alyssa Steen is back in the hot seat in this episode recorded in 2019, where we are talking about the fifth episode of Season 4, Local Ad! Will Michael spend valuable work time making a tv commercial? Of course! Will it be the one the company chooses to use? Nah.

Michael is broke. It's somewhat Jan's fault, but not all. To analyze the fourth episode of Season 4, one of our favorite guests, Josh Boltz, returns to the show.

Michael Zampino is back, in this episode recorded in 2019. We're watching episode 3 of Season 4, Launch Party. The new Dunder Mifflin website is going live, and Michael is invited to a big party in New York. Only he isn't. But he goes anyway. If you know the show, you can see how this is going to go.

Tatoo artist and live even producer Daniel Gulick is our guest in this episode from 2019. Daniel joins us to talk about the second episode of Season 4, Dunder Mifflin Infinity. Ryan is the new boss, and that means he has a new project to share with the office. But will Dunder Mifflin Infinity be the way of the future, or just a bad idea that crashes and burns. The latter. It's the latter.

Lacey Hancock is back to ring in season 4, in this episode recorded in 2019. Michael's drive to work ends with Meredith in the hospital, which is less surprising then you might expect. Michael organizes a fun run to raise money for her recovery. A surprising amount of people participate.

We've reached the end of season 3 in this episode recorded in 2019. Muddy Mae joins us to watch as Dunder Mifflin corporate make a big decision that will have an epic impact on the future of the show. You won't believe what happens next. Unless you've seen it before. Then you know.

Alyssa Steen is helping us through the 23rd episode of season 3, in this episode recorded in 2019. We're learning how to walk on burning coals, and why you can't just give your job to whomever wins beach games.

Jess Bock is hanging out to talk about episode 22 of season 3, Women's Appreciation. Michael's trying to show the women in the office he respects them, after Phyllis has a harrowing incident in the parking lot. Dwight's on the case, God help us.

Comedian Wade McFarland joins us in this episode recorded in 2019. We're watching episode 21 of season 3, Product Recall. This episode is really a sweet story of a duck and a mouse who find love, but it gets twisted in a story of corporate greed. Anyway, it's got great Creed moments.

Cam Porter is back in this episode originally recorded in 2019. We talk about the 20th episode of the 3rd season, Safety Training. Michael tries to prove to Daryl that they face similar dangers in their different roles. It may put multiple people's lives in danger. Also, Dwight and Andy are getting along well.

In this episode from 2019, Jessica Milford stops by to talk about Episode 19 of Season 3, The Negotiation. Michael learns a hard truth about his salary, and finds himself on both sides of pay negotiations. But they say fortune favors the bold, and Michael is certainly bold. Maybe it will all work out.

Josh Boltz is back, in this episode from 2019. We're watching episode 18 of Season 3, Cocktails. Michael and Jan go public at a get together at David Wallace's home. It goes well. Meanwhile, Pam tells Roy about her kiss with Jim during Casino Night. It goes well.

Joey Duffy is our guest in this episode from 2019. Michael is invited to speak in front of Ryan's business class, and that should be fine, right? I mean, Michael is taking it a little overly seriously, and he hasn't really prepared, but it's fine. I'm sure it's fine.

This week, Trever Carreon is hanging out to talk about the 16th episode of Season 3, Phyllis' Wedding! It's the big day, so everyone is focused on Phyllis and Bob. Except Michael. Michael is focused on Michael.

This episode, recorded in 2019, feartures comedian Laura Cook! Laura joins Brian and Hilton to talk about the Season 3 episode Ben Franklin! Dunder Mifflin is getting ready for Phyllis' wedding, That seems like something Michael can help with, right?

Lacey Hancock is back to talk about episode 13 of Season 3, The Return. Oscar is back from his paid time off, prompting Michael to throw a welcome party that isn't as homophobic as it is racist. And we learn a lot about Andy.

Elise Price is here this week to talk about Episode 12 of Season 3, Traveling Salesmen. Elise has plenty of sales experience to share, as the trio talk about how Michael turns a day of sales calls into an Amazing Race competition, taking us out of the office and putting together some interesting pairs from the staff.

Hey mon, Cam Porter is back to talk about Back From Vacation. Michael returns from Sandals Jamaica with a smile, and the whole office soon finds out why. Jan is not thrilled.

The co-founder of OLA Ministries, Michael Zampino, is back this week (an episode recorded in 2019) to talk about Benihana Christmas! This episode has everything: a new setting, awkward Dwight, casual racism, blatant racism, a used bicycle, and Christmas!

Zach Amon joins Brian and Hilton to talk about episode 9 of Season 3, The Convict. Michael takes on the prison system in this episode that handles a controversial topic with delicacy and grace. Sorry, that was for a podcast about another show. Michael makes a mess of things, per usual.

Josh Boltz is back in this episode from the third season. Recorded in 2018, we're talking about Episode 7, the Merger. The people of Stamford come to Scranton, and that means new people for Michael to impress. Is he up for the challenge? Who from this ragtag group of new faces will become permanent members of the cast? It's Karen and Andy.

Bad new for Scranton. Or maybe Stanford. Either way, a branch is closing, and that means big changes at Dunder Mifflin! In this episode recorded in 2018, Terrell Norton joins Brian and Hilton to talk about the seventh episode of Season 3, Branch Closing. It means a lot of driving for Jan, that's for sure.

It’s time celebrate Diwali, and possibly do a little cheerleading. Ethan Sandoval joins Hilton and Brian to talk about the 6th episode of Season 3, Diwali. Michael brings his new date Carol to Kelly’s family Diwali celebration. Of course, Michael may not actually understand Diwali. He’ll still sing a song about it, though.

Jan has Pam monitoring Michael, but all Michael cares about is pretzel day. Meanwhile, Ryan and Dwight spend some quality time together. Josh Boltz is back, for this episode recorded in 2018.

Michael learns his former boss has died, and leads the office on an adventure through the stages of grief. Comedian Jeff Thomas joins us to make sense of this fun Season 3 episode.

This week, Hilton and Brian, plus guest Landry Miller, discuss the third episode of Season 3, The Coup. Dwight makes a play for Michael's job, while Pam orders some new clothes. The A and B plot lines are pretty different here.

Michael and Dwight head to an annual paper sales convention, where they run into Josh and Jim from the Scranton branch. Having Jim removed from his normal setting leads to some poignant moments between him and Michael, and along the way we see more of Michael's sales prowess. Hilton and Brian fly solo for this episode recorded in 2018.

He did it. He did it. Michael kissed a man. And Hilton and Brian are back to talk about it, in this episode recorded in 2018. Michael's misunderstanding of LGBTQ people is on full display here, in an episode that may have been hard to make today.

Lacy Hancock is back for the final episode of Season 2, Casino Night! Michael's big event brings out guest stars, big surprises, and one heck of a cliffhanger. A great way to build on the momentum of an awesome season, and set things up to come.

In this episode from 2018, Hilton and Brian welcome Tony Beatty back to the show to talk about the 21st episode of Season 2, Conflict Resolution. Michael takes charge when he learns about Toby's complaint file. What could go wrong? Everything.

In this episode from 2018, we hang out with Landry Miller to talk about Episode 20 of Season 2, Drug Testing. Only one of us was high during this recording. Maybe 2. I don't remember. I wonder if that's related.

Hilton and Brian invite Michael Zampino to talk about episode 19 of Season 2, Michael's Birthday. Michael (Scott) is insufferable on his big day, so Michael (Zampino) helps us dig into that. Pretty sure I got the last names right.

In this episode from 2018, Hilton and Brian welcome Lacy Hancock back to the show. Lacy was one of our most frequent guests, and was a huge fan of the show. We talk about the 18th Episode of Season 2, Take Your Daughter to Work Day.

In this episode from 2018, comedian Evan Hughes joins Hilton and Brian to talk about episode 17 of Season 2, Dwight's Speech. Dwight is trying to make a big impression among his peers. Meanwhile, Evan is giving Hilton and Brian a surprise when he admits he was not impressed by the episode! A Tulsa legend shares his thoughts, even if it doesn't move drive the wheels of history.

In this episode from 2018, Hilton and Brian look at the 16th episode of Season 2, Valentine's Day. Michael is off to New York, with big hopes and a bigger secret. But it could put him in hot water with his new boss, his old boss, and pretty much everyone. The show really is really finding it's narrative strengths with this episode.

When Jan comes to Scranton for a Women in the Workplace meeting, Michael decides to compete the only way he knows how, awkwardly. In this episode from 2018, Brian and Hilton take a deep dive into the 15th Episode of Season 2, Boys and Girls.

Brian and Hilton take a look at episode 14 of Season 2, The Carpet. Michael finds a surprise in his office, and it leads him on a voyage of discovery. We meet Ed Truck, so that's nice. Some great talking heads from much of the cast in this one.

In this episode recorded in 2018, Hilton and Brian look at the 13th episode of Season 2, The Secret. Michael is struggling to keep Jim's secret about his affection for Pam, but it's really Oscar's secret that comes out, even if Dwight is completely oblivious! The Oscar plot really shows how much has changed culturally since the episode first aired!

Hilton and Brian chat about the 12th episode of season 2, The Injury. Michael's grilled foot is the surprising start to the episode, but lots of lack of awareness and self-absorption are where it ends, as many episodes centered on Michael do. Meanwhile. the end scenes with Dwight reveal some of the series strengths in chracter-building.

In this episode recorded in 2018, Brittany Daniels joins us to talk about Episode 11 of Season 2, Booze Cruise. Michael has hopes of motivating his employees on the open water, but the booze cruise in November doesn't go quite like he plans. Fun guest appearances from Rob Riggle and Amy Adams add to the episode, but the real star is the limbo.

This week, two guests join us to talk about Episode 10 of Season 2, Christmas Party. Michael and Becky Zampino are also big Office fans, and the four of us have a good time talking about the series first Christmas episode. It's also a cautionary tale about secret Santa gift exchanges. And maybe ipods.

This episode from 2019 features the return of Lacey Hancock to the show, to talk about Episode 9 of Season 2, Email Surveillance. Michael's attempt to monitor the office emails backfires, as he learns Jim planned a party and invited everyone but him! When he crashes the party, the awkward gets turns up to 11, but it ends in a heartfelt duet that isn't weird at all.

This episode, recorded in 2018, features comedian Jeff Thomas. We talk about the eighth episode of Season 2, Performance Review. Michael uses performance review day to grill the staff about a voicemail message from Jan. Lots of plot threads criss-crossing here, which set things in motion that will pay off for a long time to come.

This episode has Hilton and Brian discussing the seventh episode of Season 2, The Client, This is where Michael's skills as a salesman are on display, showing some depth to the character we hadn't seen before, and helping him move away from the character in the British Office he was based on.

Photographer Ian Maule joins us to discuss the sixth episode of Season 2, The Fight! Michael and Dwight face off, but the real drama is Jim and Pam, as a playful prank threatens to create a rift between the two flirting co-workers. This episode was originally recorded in 2018.

It's a bad day for Devon. Ethan Sandoval joins us on this episode recorded in 2018 to talk about episode 5 of Season 2, Halloween. It's an episode where we learn a lot about how Michael views his co-workers, a recurring theme throughout the series.

Hilton and Brian are flying solo for this episode, discussing episode 4 of Season 2, The Fire. This was the first episode in a new home studio, which would be the main place P4 recorded going forwarded. This episode was recorded in 2018.

Originally record in 2017, Josh Boltz joins us this week to talk about Episode 3 of Season 2, Office Olympics. When Michael is away, the Office will play, and compete, and win medals (yogurt lids.) Josh Boltz grew to be our unofficial third host, check out his first appearance on the show here!

In this episode from 2017, Andrew Deacon is hanging out to discuss the episode Sexual Harassment. Here we see Michael Scott diving headfirst into some complicated issues, something we will see many times throughout the run of the show. Great guest appearance by the hilarious Larry Wilmore.

We're back with Season 2! In this episode recorded in 2017, Laura Cook joins Brian and Hilton to talk about episode 1 of the season, The Dundies! This is when the show really begins to take the shape it will hold for much of its run.

Originally recorded in 2017, we close out Season 1 with episode 6, Hot Girl, and one of our favorite guests, Michael Zampino.

In this episode from 2017, Lacey Hancock and Tony Beatty join Brian and Hilton to talk about the fifth episode, Basketball.

In this episode recorded in 2017, Hilton and Brian welcome former Tulsa comedian Tom King to talk about episode 4 of season 1 of The Office, The Alliance.

In this episode recorded in 2017, Hilton and Brian discuss episode 3 of Season 1, Health Care, with former Tulsa comedian Katie Van Patten.

In this episode originally recorded in 2017, Hilton and Brian welcome Cam Porter to talk about Episode 2 of the hit NBC sitcom, the Office.

In this episode originally released in 2017, Hilton and Brian welcome guest MIchael Zampino to discuss the pilot episode of the hit NBC sitcom the Office.