The tension peaks when Jim describes the plot of Battlestar Galactica incorrectly to bait Dwight into wasting time by correcting him.

: Michael fiercely defends Meredith, arguing that her actions saved the company money and that coworkers should protect each other like family.

The episode centers on a mandatory seminar led by Holly Flax. After Michael encourages everyone to share their unethical behavior under a false promise of immunity, confesses that she has been sleeping with a supplier for paper discounts and Outback Steakhouse gift certificates.