Edwin and Alex dive into the finale of 'The Paper' without Sean, debating if the season ended too soon.
Edwin Janes and Alex Ward host this episode of MSPC, focusing on the finale of the TV show 'The Paper.' They start by noting co-host Sean Roney's absence, with plans to include his thoughts next week. The hosts jump into discussing the finale, titled 'Ohio Journalism Awards,' where characters attend an awards ceremony. Alex feels the episode was mid-tier and clunky, arguing the show ended just as it found its footing. Edwin agrees but adds it felt more like a halfway point than a finale. They analyze Ned's character, criticizing his wishy-washiness about winning awards despite being a competitive salesman. The hosts praise Oscar's character development, noting his seamless transition from 'The Office' and his award win for 'Mr. Digits.' They discuss Ken and Esmeralda's dynamic, with Ken's self-awareness and Esmeralda's attention-seeking. The Nicole-Detrick relationship is debated, with Alex calling it fumbled and Edwin finding some humor in it. They touch on Adam and his wife's humorous eating habits and Travis's antics. The hosts speculate on the show's future, hoping for more cohesive storylines in season two. They compare 'The Paper' to early seasons of 'The Office' and 'Parks and Rec,' noting its potential. The episode concludes with a segment on The Ringer's ranking of 'The Office' cold opens, where Edwin guesses top picks. They promote the Patreon, Discord, and upcoming mailbag episode, encouraging listener submissions.
