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  • The Final Countdown: Surviving the Last Weeks of School

    The Final Countdown: Surviving the Last Weeks of School
    May 25 2025

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    It’s the end of the school year and chaos is in full swing! In this hilarious and heartwarming episode of Teachers Off Duty, Bri is back and joined by fellow educators Anna and Lauren for a ladies’ night full of laughs, laser tag stories, and a whole lot of teacher real talk.

    From being physically and emotionally overstimulated to getting roasted by their own students (“lemon pepper steppers,” anyone?), the teacher trio shares what it really feels like to crawl toward summer break. They spill on classroom observations, field day injuries, kindergarten finger paintings, and the surprisingly emotional goodbye that happens every single year.

    Plus, we talk about the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour, our favorite spirit week moments, and what it's like when your own kid attends your school. Whether you’re a fellow educator, a parent, or just nosy about the behind-the-scenes madness of the classroom, this episode is for you. Tune in and commiserate, celebrate, and laugh your way to the end of the school year with us!

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    Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • No Phones, No Peace! Should We Ban Them?

    No Phones, No Peace! Should We Ban Them?
    May 18 2025
    BIG NEWS!!! Our 2025 Bored Teachers Comedy Tour FALL SHOWS are now on sale! Rally your teacher besties TODAY and lock in your spots for the night of laughter you NEED to make it through the first semester! https://bit.ly/TODBTCT We're coming to Australia, New Zealand and Canada! We’ll be heading your way this fall, and tickets are already selling fast! Grab yours NOW: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: https://teacherspeakers.com/ 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/3hHNybdOJb7BOwe0eNE7z6?si=66915da129a04d7b Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: LaPure Cosmetics | Go To https://lapurenaturals.com/TOD to get 40% OFF your First Order _________________________________ This week on Teachers Off Duty, Brian, Jess, and Leslie dive into one of the hottest (and most hilarious) debates in education right now: Should we ban cell phones in school? From brutal bathroom fights and TikTok trends to mental health and emergency safety concerns, the crew tackles it all, sprinkled with their signature chaos and comedy, of course. Leslie shares how Virginia’s new statewide ban is unfolding, Jess reflects on her own screen-time parenting struggles, and Brian confesses to being personally victimized by the comment section. Plus, they talk about kids turning teachers into memes, the dystopian rise of Life360, and the awkward silence that comes when everyone has to put their phones away—including the teacher. As the gang debates classroom control, digital addiction, and how to parent (or teach) through the noise, one thing becomes clear—there are no easy answers. But with a lot of empathy and a little humor, they explore how teachers can create healthier boundaries with tech while still preparing students for a digital world. Oh, and spoiler alert: stretchy jeans, nostalgic field trips, and Candy Crush all make a surprising appearance too. Whether you’re Team “Lock It in a Pouch” or “Let Them Listen to Music,” this episode is packed with laughs, reflection, and some real talk about tech, teaching, and the world our kids are growing up in. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Leslie Rob @LeslieRobComedy Jess Smith @TeacherTalesOfMissSmith Brian Moote @MooteComedy Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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    57 mins
  • Awkward Things Kids Have Brought to School

    Awkward Things Kids Have Brought to School
    May 11 2025

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    From frogs in desks to vodka in juice pouches—this is why teachers deserve hazard pay.

    Classroom chaos hits a whole new level in this hilarious episode of Teachers Off Duty! Leslie Rob, Jess Smith, and Brian Moote swap jaw-dropping stories about the most unexpected things their students have brought to school—from live toads and portable Keurigs to Capri Sun-style vodka pouches and, yes... furry handcuffs disguised as gifts.

    They also dive into tattoo street cred, awkward YouTube ads, school tour shenanigans, and what happens when a Great Dane nearly becomes a class pet. Plus, hear how one kid turned his desk into a secret frog habitat for four days.

    From navigating awkward student gifts (looking at you, lingerie roses) to the all-too-relatable fear of accidentally projecting your camera roll during class, the crew keeps it real about the highs, lows, and absolute absurdities of teaching today. If you’ve ever wondered how a teacher survives a day with dignity intact after finding out their student has 20 snakes at home—or what happens when a middle schooler brings mini booze pouches to lunch—this one’s for you.

    Whether you’re a teacher, parent, or just here for the laugh-cry moments, this episode proves once again: there’s no such thing as a normal day in education.

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    Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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    1 hr
  • Humor in The Classroom: Real Stories and Hilarious Teacher Fails

    Humor in The Classroom: Real Stories and Hilarious Teacher Fails
    May 4 2025
    BIG NEWS!!! Our 2025 Bored Teachers Comedy Tour FALL SHOWS are now on sale! Rally your teacher besties TODAY and lock in your spots for the night of laughter you NEED to make it through the first semester! https://bit.ly/TODBTCT We're coming to Australia, New Zealand and Canada! We’ll be heading your way this fall, and tickets are already selling fast! Grab yours NOW: 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 _________________________________ In this episode of Teachers Off Duty, Jess Smith, Leslie Rob, and Brian Moote dive into the chaos and comedy of classroom life—and how humor often becomes a teacher’s greatest survival skill. From Leslie’s infamous attempt to jump a fence on a field trip (in a skirt, no less), to Brian getting heckled by kindergartners into proving he could still dunk, the trio shares the hilarious, cringeworthy, and surprisingly heartfelt moments that come with trying to keep kids engaged and yourself sane. Whether it’s spelling on the whiteboard with dyslexia, dodging judgmental admin in the hallway, or reading test instructions in a robot voice, these stories show the reality of teaching with levity. But beyond the laughs, they unpack why humor actually matters. It builds trust, breaks down walls, and offers a moment of joy to students who may desperately need it, especially in high-pressure environments filled with testing, expectations, and emotional weight. Even if the jokes bomb or backfire (and they will), the act of showing up with authenticity and lightness can change the classroom dynamic completely. If you’ve ever relied on a dad joke to get through the day, or taught a lesson with your fly down and your dignity on the line, this one’s for you. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Leslie Rob @LeslieRobComedy Jess Smith @TeacherTalesOfMissSmith Brian Moote @MooteComedy _________________________________ Also, don’t miss the latest updates on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour! We’re hitting cities across the U.S. this fall. Follow the link for dates: https://www.boredteachers.com/comedy-tour Get ready for a hilarious time! _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to https://betterhelp.com/TOD to get 10% off today LaPure Cosmetics | Go To https://lapurenaturals.com/TOD to get 40% OFF your First Order Mint Mobile | Go to https://mintmobile.com/tod to redeem your offer _________________________________ 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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    1 hr
  • Craziest Parent-Teacher Conferences We've Ever Had

    Craziest Parent-Teacher Conferences We've Ever Had
    Apr 27 2025
    The only job where someone might flirt with you, fight you, and file a complaint—all before lunch. _________________________________ BIG NEWS!!! Our 2025 Bored Teachers Comedy Tour FALL SHOWS go on presale WEDNESDAY 5/1 - exclusive for our followers! Don’t miss this exclusive chance to grab the BEST SEATS before tickets go on sale to the public this Friday. Rally your teacher besties TODAY and lock in your spots for the night of laughter you NEED to make it through the first semester! https://bit.ly/TODBTCT We're coming to Australia, New Zealand and Canada! We’ll be heading your way this fall, and tickets are already selling fast! Grab yours NOW: 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 _________________________________ What happens when a mom uses a parent-teacher conference as her alibi for murder? Or when a dad shows up to school ready to throw hands—with boxing gloves? Yeah… it’s that kind of episode. Join Bri, Anna, and Tyler as they dive into the most chaotic, cringeworthy, and just plain wild parent-teacher conference stories you’ve ever heard. From a grinding mom at the staff party to plagiarism turned protest, they’re sharing it all—with plenty of laughter, relatable rants, and ADHD detours along the way. We also get a peek into Peyton’s sass (Bri’s daughter), teacher karaoke strategies, and how SpongeBob is somehow connected to murder mysteries in the classroom. Plus, Tyler might be a rock-paper-scissors genius. Who knew? If you’re a teacher, a parent, or someone who loves a good “wait, that really happened?!” story, you don’t want to miss this episode. Let us know—do you prefer when we stay on topic or go full ADHD mode? And don’t forget to grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour—we’re coming to a city near you! https://bit.ly/TODBTCT Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Tyler Jackowski @TylerJackowskiOfficial Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @RreadAwayWithMissK _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Brooklyn Bedding | Go to https://brooklynbedding.com to get 30% off today using CODE: TOD Warby Parker | Go to https://www.warbyparker.com/tod and get FREE shipping and a 30 day return Naked Wines | Go to https://www.nakedwines.com/tod and get six bottles of wine for $39.99 using CODE: TOD _________________________________ 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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    53 mins
  • Why Teachers With ADHD Are Actually Students’ Favorites!

    Why Teachers With ADHD Are Actually Students’ Favorites!
    Apr 20 2025
    Three teachers, one shared diagnosis, and a whole lot of chaos—welcome to the most ADHD episode yet. _________________________________ Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT We're coming to Australia, New Zealand and Canada! We’ll be heading your way this fall, and tickets are already selling fast! Grab yours NOW: 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 _________________________________ Ever feel like your brain’s running a dozen tabs at once… and none of them are loading? Same. In this week’s episode, Bri, Anna, and Tyler get real (and really funny) about what it’s like living and teaching with ADHD. From forgetting why you walked into a room to overanalyzing your own hyper energy, the crew shares the chaos, challenges, and unexpected superpowers that come with the diagnosis. They open up about when they were first diagnosed, how it changed the way they see themselves as teachers, and the ways ADHD and anxiety can intertwine in and out of the classroom. It's honest, it's hilarious, and it's full of wait, that’s me too! moments. Plus, you'll hear how their ADHD actually makes them better teachers—keeping lessons engaging, connecting with students who learn differently, and creating classrooms where everyone feels seen. From funny classroom stories to real struggles with burnout and focus, this episode is equal parts chaos and comfort. Whether you're a fellow space cadet or just love listening to teachers who keep it real, this episode is your permission slip to be a little messy, a little loud, and a lot human. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Tyler Jackowski @TylerJackowskiOfficial Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK _________________________________ Also, don’t miss the latest updates on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour! We’re hitting cities across the U.S. this fall and tickets will go on sale soon. Follow the link for dates: https://www.boredteachers.com/comedy-tour Get ready for a hilarious time! _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: PXG Apparel | Go to https://pxgapparel.com/TOD and receive 10% OFF your First order. Lume | Go to https://lumedeodorant.com/ get 15% OFF your FIRST order with CODE: TOD _________________________________ 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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    52 mins
  • Classroom Raves, Spider Pets & Real Talk on Respect

    Classroom Raves, Spider Pets & Real Talk on Respect
    Apr 13 2025
    We’re not just educators—we’re party planners, crisis managers, therapists, and the main character. _________________________________ Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT We're coming to Australia and New Zealand! And GOOD NEWS, Adelaide teachers, you asked and we listened. We're coming to you on September 13th. Tickets on sale now: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT CANADA teachers! We're coming your way next for THREE WHOLE WEEKS. Tickets now on sale: 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 _________________________________ This week on Teachers Off Duty, things get REAL and real hilarious. The crew is back with stories that prove the skills teachers develop inside the classroom definitely transfer to the real world. From classroom Halloween raves and chaotic reward parties to managing wild admin moments and protecting your students like your own, this episode is a masterclass in what it means to be an educator, a human, and an all-around legend. We talk about why yelling isn’t always the answer, how kids know when you’re authentic, and how our teacher instincts show up in our friendships, relationships, and even in public at airports (yes, we’ll stop and take a selfie). Also: pet spiders in backpacks, snapping turtles in class, chaotic sibling energy, and why your wedding planner should 100% be a teacher. This episode is packed with the kind of unfiltered, behind-the-scenes storytelling that reminds us why teaching is more than just a job—it’s a lifestyle. Whether we’re calling out a colleague for stepping out of line, building lifelong bonds with students, or navigating the emotional rollercoaster of showing up every day with heart, humor, and hustle, one thing is clear: teachers are built different. And if you’ve ever wondered what happens when passion meets pure chaos, this episode is your answer. Come laugh, reflect, and maybe cry a little—because we really do it all Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Tyler Jackowski @TylerJackowskiOfficial Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes _________________________________ Also, don’t miss the latest updates on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour! We’re hitting cities across the U.S. this spring. Follow the link for dates: https://www.boredteachers.com/comedy-tour Get ready for a hilarious time! _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to https://betterhelp.com/TOD to get 10% off today. Kikoff | Go to https://getkikoff.com/tod for more information on getting your 1st month FREE. _________________________________ 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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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Teachers Admitting to What They Were Like As Students

    Teachers Admitting to What They Were Like As Students
    Apr 6 2025
    Ever wonder what happens when two chaotic former students become the teachers? Spoiler: nothing’s changed—and that’s the best part. _________________________________ Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT We're coming to Australia and New Zealand! And GOOD NEWS, Adelaide teachers, you asked and we listened. We're coming to you on September 13th. Tickets on sale now: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT CANADA teachers! We're coming your way next for THREE WHOLE WEEKS. Tickets go on pre-sale this Wednesday 4/9/25: 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 _________________________________ In this episode of Teachers Off Duty, it’s just Breezy (aka Honest Teacher Vibes) and Tyler (aka Fishing for Clout… or T-Teezy?) holding it down—and things get juicy. We’re diving deep into the chaos and comedy of what we were like as *students* versus how we are now as teachers. Spoiler alert: not much has changed. From ADHD revelations and hilarious classroom flashbacks to why today’s kids really aren’t all that different, we’re getting real about what it means to teach kids who remind us a little too much of ourselves. We also talk about how the education system can make or break a teacher, the power of empathy in the classroom, and why some admin need to just chill. PLUS: comedy tour updates, chaotic travel stories, and Bri getting *very* real about kids who tap their feet too much. This episode is equal parts hilarious, heartfelt, and 100% relatable for anyone who's ever sat in—or stood at the front of—a classroom. Follow us on social and tag a teacher who needs to hear this one! Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Tyler Jackowski @TylerJackowskiOfficial Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes _________________________________ Also, don’t miss the latest updates on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour! We’re hitting cities across the U.S. this spring. Follow the link for dates: https://www.boredteachers.com/comedy-tour Get ready for a hilarious time! _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Mint Mobile | Go to https://mintmobile.com/tod Orgain | Got to https://orgain.com/tod and use code TOD for 30% 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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    1 hr and 9 mins
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