😂📺 In this episode of The Rank Podcast, John continues his Sitcom Rankings series with a dive into the hilarious 2012 comedy The Mindy Project, created by and starring Mindy Kaling. The spotlight is on Season 2, Episode 14: “The Desert”, one of the most pivotal episodes in the show’s history.
After a disastrous trip to Los Angeles ends with a failed meeting and some hard truths, Mindy and Danny begin the long drive back to New York. But what starts as a routine road trip quickly shifts when tensions rise and long-hidden feelings start bubbling to the surface. In a moment that changes everything, Danny takes a leap that forces both of them to confront their complicated relationship — and leaves fans wondering what comes next.
John unpacks the sharp writing, the emotional depth hidden beneath the comedy, and why “The Desert” stands out as a fan-favorite turning point for the series. Is this the episode where The Mindy Project found its stride? Tune in to hear where it lands in the rankings!
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