Ep 3. The Pain of Being Alive

The Pain of Being Alive is the third episode of season 1 of the dark comedy show Corporate. The episode aired on January 24, 2018, and was directed by Pat Bishop.

In this episode, we follow Matt and Jake as they try to find ways to deal with their existential crises. They're both struggling to come to terms with the meaninglessness of their lives and feeling deeply unhappy with their jobs. Jake is particularly affected after his grandmother suddenly passes away and he starts to question what the point of it all is.

Meanwhile, the company they work for is trying to improve employee morale with various initiatives, including a "Wellness Fair" that seems to be doing more harm than good. The employees are subjected to uncomfortable massages, strange yoga poses, and a mandatory juice cleanse that leaves them all feeling grumpy and weak.

As Matt and Jake struggle with their own feelings of despair, they're also forced to deal with a demanding client who has some strange requests for their marketing campaign. The client insists on using a "sexy baby" in the ad and Matt and Jake have to figure out how to make it work without crossing any lines.

Throughout the episode, we see glimpses of the depressing reality of office life and the toll it takes on people's mental health. From the suffocating cubicles to the constant pressure to perform, it's no wonder that Matt and Jake are struggling to find meaning in their lives.

Despite the heavy themes, The Pain of Being Alive is still full of humor and absurdity. The writers manage to take the darkest topics and turn them into something hilarious, from the overly enthusiastic wellness coaches to the ridiculous concept of a "sexy baby" advertisement.

Overall, The Pain of Being Alive is a thought-provoking and entertaining episode that explores the struggles of modern-day office life. It's a must-watch for anyone who has ever questioned the meaning of their existence or felt trapped in a dead-end job.