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Office Ladies · April 29, 2026 · 1h 11m

All About Jan Levinson (Gould) with Melora Hardin

Melora Hardin

Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey sit down with Melora Hardin for an in-depth look at the character of Jan Levinson from 'The Office.' They discuss Jan's origin in the show's writers' bible, Hardin's process for building the character, and the iconic, toxic relationship between Jan and Michael Scott. The conversation includes behind-the-scenes stories from classic episodes like 'Dinner Party,' and Hardin answers fan questions about her time on the show, reflecting on the magic of working with the cast.

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Highlights

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The Show Bible's Influence on Jan Levinson
The episode reveals that the writers' bible for 'The Office' contained detailed character backstory that shaped Jan Levinson's arc.
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Melora Hardin's Character-Building Process
Melora Hardin shares her approach to developing Jan Levinson's character on 'The Office.'
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Behind-the-Scenes Stories from 'Dinner Party'
Melora Hardin recounts unseen moments from filming the classic 'Dinner Party' episode.
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The Toxic Dynamic of Jan and Michael
The hosts and Hardin explore the dysfunctional relationship between Jan Levinson and Michael Scott.
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Editorial

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Fan Questions and Reflections on The Office
Melora Hardin answers fan-submitted questions about her time on 'The Office.'
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