Episode 348 - Jenna Fischer
Summary
Jenna Fischer joins Tom Papa to discuss her role as Pam Beesly on The Office, sharing audition anecdotes and her decision to prioritize family by baking sourdough bread. She reflects on her acting survival guide, the shift to self-tapes, and her new Green Day-produced film, Nimrods. The conversation also touches on the lingering impacts of the pandemic and the joy of returning to theaters.
Topics discussed
Intro and Uber Eats back-to-school ad
Bread baking gift and gluten-free diet
Career crossroads and family time
Sourdough starter death and podcasting
Office Ladies podcast and crew dynamics
Auditioning for The Office role
Chemistry with John Krasinski and Greg Daniels
Steve Carell casting and career luck
Writing an acting advice book
Self-tape auditions and lipstick mishap
New Green Day movie and theater buzz
Documenting the pandemic experience
The Office legacy and photo book
Reading habits and audiobook fears
Future plans and returning to bread
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