June 30, 2020

EP. 34 — Diwali w/ Mindy Kaling

This week we’re breaking down Diwali! And we couldn’t even think about breaking down this episode without checking in with the amazing triple threat herself, Mindy Kaling! Mindy walks us through how she came to work on The Office, what it was like for her to be able to pitch and write Diwali, and explains why they cast her actual parents in this episode. Then Jenna and Angela dig into this episode even deeper covering Kevin’s sweaty feet, and what went into filming and costuming the Diwali festivities. Finally, we connect with Jaysha Patel, who played one of Mindy’s sisters and get her memories of filming this episode, why sushi and bottle service don’t mix, and we end with a great BFF catch. 

Transcript

OFFICE-034-20200521-Diwali-SKv03-PW.mp3 JENNA FISCHER [00:00:04] I’m Jenna Fischer. ANGELA KINSEY [00:00:05] I’m Angela Kinsey. JENNA FISCHER [00:00:06] We were on “The Office” together. ANGELA KINSEY [00:00:07] And we’re best friends. JENNA FISCHER [00:00:08] And now we’re doing the ultimate “Office” rewatch podcast just for you. ANGELA KINSEY [00:00:12] Each week we will break down an episode of “The Office” and give exclusive behind the scenes stories that only two people who were there can tell you. JENNA FISCHER [00:00:19] We’re the “Office Ladies”. Hello, everyone. ANGELA KINSEY [00:00:26] Hi, you guys. JENNA FISCHER [00:00:28] Welcome to “Diwali”. ANGELA KINSEY [00:00:30] I’m so excited for this episode, Jenna. JENNA FISCHER [00:00:32] Me too. It’s a great episode and we have a great special guest. ANGELA KINSEY [00:00:36] I just want to get to it. JENNA FISCHER [00:00:38] All r

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