Oh that was so nuts! I remember seeing it the first time and when i got the dvd i rewound that part a few times. Hilarious!
Did you notice one of the telephone pool is that Flo from Progressive? She doesnt have many lines but if i remember correctly she was in that episode, at the party.
I had come late to the Mad Men party myself, so buying the series was to catch up, in order, everything that happened to get where they are now. I'm so glad i did. Do keep me posted as to your reactions to events as you see them if you want. I love talking about it and there's no one to talk to! My brother ALWAYS turns me on to different series and when I finally start watching he thinks they jumped the shark and has stopped watching! Breaking Bad will be the next one I finally catch up on, and he'll probably say he quit watching.
I love the portrayal of the people reacting to actual historical moments, and there are some good ones coming up for you!