The short song Bobbie Flanagan played by Jane Krakowski sings in her office is almost a direct parody of 'Roxie' from Chicago, and the character Bobbie Flanagan is a parody of Billy Flynn from the same musical. You can also see this by the newspaper headline that says "Bobbie's Razzle dazzle" A take on Billy Flynn's song 'give them the Razzledazle'
The audition number, including choreography, melody, and lyrics, are a direct reference to "I Hope I Get It" from "A Chorus Line".
The actors playing the two reporters previously appeared in the first season as Innkeeper Harvey and Larry the Fireman. Likewise, Father Flanagan, the priest standing behind Josh and Bobbie at the press conference, previously appeared as Farmer McDonough in the first season.