Ep 16. PDA

In The Office season 7 episode 16 titled "PDA," the employees at Dunder Mifflin Scranton branch are notified of a new company policy regarding public displays of affection in the workplace. This news especially affects two of their employees, Jim and Pam, who are known for their frequent displays of affection towards each other.

The episode begins with a meeting where the company's new CEO, Jo Bennett, announces the new policy and asks the employees to respect it. While the rest of the employees appear to be unaffected by the new rule, Jim and Pam fear that it will hinder their ability to be themselves around each other.

Throughout the episode, Jim and Pam try to find ways to still show their affection without violating the new policy. They try to sneak in quick kisses and hand-holding, but always seem to get caught by their co-workers or caught on camera by the documentary crew filming their daily lives.

As the day goes on, tensions rise between Jim and Pam as they struggle to find a way to be themselves while also respecting the new policy. Their co-workers also become increasingly annoyed with their constant PDA and start to make sarcastic comments and even mock them.

In the end, Jim and Pam realize that they need to be more professional at work and respect the new policy. They have a heartfelt conversation about how much they mean to each other and agree to be more private with their affection towards each other while at work. The other employees also apologize for their behavior and offer to help Jim and Pam find ways to show their affection in a more appropriate manner.

Overall, "PDA" is a lighthearted episode that explores the complexities of workplace relationships and the challenge of balancing personal and professional lives. It highlights the importance of communication and compromise in any relationship, as well as the significance of respecting company policies.