David Ury speculated that Spooge "was an EMT or an RN who started using prescription meds that he had access to...and eventually fell into meth use." This is supported by cues in the script, such as a few instances where Spooge uses sophisticated medical terminology.
Aaron Paul submitted this episode for nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for the 2009 Emmy Awards.
The little boy Jesse plays peekaboo with is actually played by two actors - twins Dylan Carr and Brandon Carr.
This is the second episode to take place over just one day.