: This episode marks the first appearances of Toby Flenderson (Paul Lieberstein), Kelly Kapoor (Mindy Kaling), and Meredith Palmer (Kate Flannery).
: The episode culminates in a memorable moment where Kelly Kapoor slaps Michael after a particularly offensive impression. Behind the Scenes Facts The Office - Diversi...
: Offended that he isn't leading the seminar, Michael stages his own "Diversity Tomorrow" workshop, famously featuring his invented game, "Diversity Tomorrow: Because Today is Almost Over" . Key Moments to Watch For : This episode marks the first appearances of
: Employees wear cards on their foreheads representing different ethnicities and must treat each other based on stereotypes. Key Moments to Watch For : Employees wear
: After Michael Scott’s inappropriate Chris Rock impersonation, corporate sends a real diversity trainer, Mr. Brown, to the Scranton branch.
: It was the first episode not based on a script from the original UK series, specifically designed to tackle topics like race that were more central to American culture at the time.
This guide breaks down (Season 1, Episode 2), the landmark episode that helped the U.S. version of The Office find its own cringeworthy voice. Episode Overview Original Air Date : March 29, 2005.
