Teachers Off Duty

By: Bored Teachers
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  • Your favorite teacher-comedians from the Bored Teachers Comedy Tours sharing stories and experiences from the classroom and beyond, brought to you by Bored Teachers. Episodes drop every Sunday!
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  • Nothing Wastes Teachers’ Time More Than This...
    Feb 2 2025
    If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at pointless paperwork, wished for fewer duties, or mastered the art of avoiding staff meeting Q&A sessions—this episode is for you. _________________________________ Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod Send us a voice message: https://bit.ly/3UPAT5a Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69pLuB4cKPCP8UG3eCImfP Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers, we know your time is precious—so why do so many things in education seem designed to waste it? In this episode, we’re diving into the everyday tasks that make us question our sanity. From writing objectives on the board that no one reads, to responding to parent emails asking for information they already have, to the never-ending battle with jammed copy machines—we’re saying what every teacher is thinking. Join hosts Jess Smith , Leslie Robb and Jared Lamb as they vent, laugh, and keep it real about the time-sucking struggles of education. We tackle the absurdity of mandatory newsletters that parents ignore, school-wide announcements that no one understands, and the dreaded moment when you're asked to cover a class during your precious prep. And don’t even get us started on tracking student bathroom visits! Plus, we chatted about how teachers can reclaim some of their lost time, and Jared shared how he eliminated intercom announcements at his school (is he a genius or a rebel?). And of course, no Teachers Off Duty episode would be complete without some hilarious confessions—like which of us may or may not have walked away from a jammed copier without fixing it. (No judgment… okay, maybe a little.) Tune in, laugh with us, and remember: you’re not alone in the struggle! Follow your hosts: Leslie Robb @LeslieRobbComedy Jess Smith @TeacherTalesOfMissSmith Jared Lamb @Principal_Lamb _________________________________ Also, don’t miss the latest updates on the Board Teachers Comedy Tour! We’re hitting cities across the U.S. this spring. Follow the link for dates: https://www.boredteachers.com/comedy-tour UK Comedy Tour: We're bringing the laughs to the UK in February, hitting: -London: February 7th -Glasgow: February 9th -Birmingham: February 11th -Manchester: February 12th Get ready for a hilarious time! _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Mint Mobile | Go to https://minthmobile.com/TOD for more information. Quip | Go to https://quip.com//TOD for 20% off your order. _________________________________ Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast Get Teachers Off Duty Premium to access EXCLUSIVE content at: https://teachersoffduty.supercast.com/ Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com/collections/teachers-off-duty _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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  • School Avengers: When Admin & Teachers Unite ⚡️
    Jan 26 2025

    Share laughs, and explore how teachers and administrators can work together to create thriving schools—don’t miss this insightful episode!

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    Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT

    Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com

    Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod

    Send us a voice message: https://bit.ly/3UPAT5a

    Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows:

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69pLuB4cKPCP8UG3eCImfP

    Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612

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    This week on Teachers Off Duty, we're tackling one of the most pressing and sometimes challenging dynamics in education: bridging the gap between teachers and administrators. Joined by Principal Lamb, Jess Smith and Leslie Robb, this lively conversation explores the complexities of school leadership and classroom realities, offering fresh perspectives and practical strategies to foster collaboration and mutual respect.

    We discuss everything from effective communication and building trust to navigating the fine line between support and micromanagement. Plus, hear inspiring anecdotes about what it takes to create a united front in schools, where teachers and administrators work together to empower students.

    Whether you're a teacher, an administrator, or someone who wants to better understand the dynamics of education, this episode is packed with humor, honesty, and actionable insights that will leave you inspired. Tune in and join the conversation as we aim to bridge the gap, one episode at a time!

    Tune in, share the laughs, and keep the conversation going.

    Follow your hosts:

    Leslie Robb @LeslieRobbComedy

    Jess Smith @TeacherTalesOfMissSmith

    Jared Lamb @Principal_Lamb

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    Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://www.boredteachers.com/comedy-tour

    UK Comedy Tour: We're bringing the laughs to the UK in February, hitting:

    -London: February 7th

    -Glasgow: February 9th

    -Birmingham: February 11th

    -Manchester: February 12th

    Get ready for a hilarious time!

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    This episode is sponsored by:

    Apostrophe | Go to https://www.apostrophe.com/TOD to sign up and get your first visit for only $5.

    Orgains | Go to https://orgain.com//TOD for 30% off your order and use code: TOD

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    Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast

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  • Teachers Spill the Tea on Classroom Controversies and Hot Takes
    Jan 19 2025

    Listen up and hear educators unapologetically dish out the hottest takes on the classroom chaos, viral trends, and everything they wish they could say in the faculty lounge.

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    Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT

    Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com

    Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod

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    Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows:

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69pLuB4cKPCP8UG3eCImfP

    Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612

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    Get ready for a fiery episode of Teachers Off Duty! This week, Leslie, Jess, and Principal Lamb are bringing the heat with some of the spiciest hot takes in education. From the great debate on lesson plans and Chromebooks to whether schools should differentiate for teachers like they do for students, no topic is off-limits.

    Plus, we’re talking TikTok virality, relationships with students, and why “some kids are just jerks” might not be as simple as it sounds. But it’s not just laughs and classroom stories—this episode also takes a thoughtful turn, exploring the emotional toll of teaching and the importance of prioritizing self-care. The hosts open up about how they’ve navigated burnout, set boundaries, and found joy even in the most challenging seasons.

    With practical advice, heartfelt reflections, and a good dose of comedic relief, this episode is a reminder that teachers aren’t just shaping the next generation—they’re superheroes who deserve to feel empowered and supported in their own journeys.

    Whether you're a teacher or someone who loves one, this conversation will leave you inspired and smiling. You’ll laugh, nod along, and maybe even rethink a thing or two about how schools run.

    Oh, and don’t miss the Board Teachers Comedy Tour update – it’s officially a world tour! This episode is packed with relatable stories, hilarious insights, and a ton of heart.

    Tune in, share the laughs, and keep the conversation going.

    Follow your hosts:

    Leslie Robb @LeslieRobbComedy

    Jess Smith @TeacherTalesOfMissSmith

    Jared Lamb @Principal_Lamb

    Listen now and let us know your favorite hot take! 🎙🔥

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    Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://www.boredteachers.com/comedy-tour

    🇬🇧 UK Comedy Tour: We're bringing the laughs to the UK in February, hitting:

    -London: February 7th

    -Glasgow: February 9th

    -Birmingham: February 11th

    -Manchester: February 12th

    Get ready for a hilarious time!

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    This episode is sponsored by:

    Hungry Root | Get 40% off your first purchase, plus FREE item of your choice FOR LIFE with code "TOD" at https://hungryroot.com/TOD

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    📲 Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast

    Get Teachers Off Duty Premium to access EXCLUSIVE content at: https://teachersoffduty.supercast.com/

    Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com/collections/teachers-off-duty

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    58 mins

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Full pandemic teaching

Hey all, I hope this finds you well! I appreciated this episode so much. I taught at a year-round, private school throughout the entire pandemic of March 2020 up until this past September. Our school board made the decision to stay open throughout the pandemic and serve children of first responders that were on the medical frontlines everyday. I taught Pre-k and while the kids were happy to be at school, it was a wild and stressful time. Listening to all of your stories was cathartic to hear since I definitely understood pandemic teaching. I hope all is well, stay safe and healthy! - whitney_barnett

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Love you guys so much!!

It’s so awesome for you guys to speak out and tell all of the insane things that teachers have to deal with. I never would’ve known about these things before if it weren’t for you guys. This is my favorite podcast and I listen to it ALL the TIME! ♥️♥️♥️ love y’all so much

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Teacher Life

I love how honest they are. It’s refreshing hearing them talk about how we are all feeling now. Their stories are great!!

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1st Podcast

This is the 1st podcast I've ever listened to & I am NOT disappointed! I found Bree through Reels on Instagram & discovered she was a part of a podcast with other teachers. Although I am not a teacher,I have spent 20+ years in healthcare & the stories are so relatable. People are leaving healthcare for the same reasons they leave teaching..bad pay & bad treatment. Keep up the good work :)

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Everyday listener

I started off just listening on my commute to work (Massachusetts Middle School) and now catch myself listening in during my breaks and free time! Love these guys!

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So good !

Love that they all have a little segments and I love how they all flow together so seamlessly. So fun to listen to while I am cleaning and cooking or when I am just trying to have a laugh.

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Support

I wish I would’ve known that admin won’t support me when I have a behavior problem. If I have a student who continues to act up after I’ve tried everything in my classroom, I go to our APs and try to get support. They turn back around and blame me saying that I don’t do enough. All they do is give a “stern talk” to the kids. There are no consequences and that’s so defeating as a teacher :( I love y’all’s energy by the way! :)

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The best!

I love them! They are so much fun. Love to listen to this podcast after school 😆

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So funny

I've probably watched all of them 50 times and all of them are so funny. They are the best teacher podcast ever. I hope yall like.

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