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Why Teachers Need Summer Break (And Why We're Not Sorry About It) Remember our New Comedy Tour "Is it Friday Yet" tickets are on sale now! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Shopify | Go to Shopify.com/TOD and get your $1 per month trial today! _________________________________
Summer break is finally here, and it's about time!
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In this hilarious episode of Teachers Off Duty, Honest Teacher Vibes is joined by Miss Chang Gifted and Read Away with Miss K to talk about all the reasons teachers need summer break. From the need to avoid burnout, the importance of recovery and the joy of being able to decompress they hit on all our favorite parts of summer.
They also dive into all the other things that come with summer, including needing to figure out a way to keep your own kids occupied, catching up on your favorite TV shows and movies, and even needing that second job to pay the bills.
No matter what kind of summertime teacher you are, there is something for everyone in this episode!Follow your hosts:
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Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK
Jere Chang @mschanggifted
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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First-Year Teacher Horror Stories: The Things College Never Prepared Us For.
Fall Tickets are on sale for our "Is it Friday Yet" TOUR! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: CashApp | Download CashApp at https://cash.app/ . Use our exclusive referral code FAMILY10 at sign up and get$10 when you send $5 to a friend. Terms Apply. _________________________________
We all remember our first year teaching and how completely insane it was. So join us for our latest episode of Teachers Off Duty as Honest Teacher Vibes, Miss Chang Gifted and Read Away with Miss K share their own unforgettable first-year teaching horror stories.
This episode dives deep into some of the strangest stories teachers have to tell including fire alarm drama, threatening notes from students and all of the insanity involving both the student and teacher bathrooms.
There's also plenty of advice for any teachers out there preparing for their first year on the job including wise words from administrators, lessons we wish we had learned earlier and definitely what NOT to do when you take over a classroom.
No matter where you are on your teaching journey, this episode will remind you that every great teacher has survived a few disasters along the way.
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Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Teachers just can't get a break. No matter where you go, you are bound to run into students and parents, and they always have something to say! Remember TEACHERS... "Is it Friday Yet" is OUT NOW! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Fabletics | Go to Fabletics.com/TOD and get 70% - 80% off EVERYTHING as a new VIP Wayfair | Go to wayfair.com shop all things home today. Shopify | Go to Shopify.com/TOD and get your $1 per month trial today! _________________________________
In this episode of Teachers Off Duty, the hosts share hilarious and painfully relatable stories about running into students everywhere from the grocery store to cruise ships. They also talk about some rather inventive ways to potentially avoid those run-ins that you just know will lead to awkward and potentially long conversations. Teacher burnout is real, and our panel explores why even brief encounters outside of the classroom can lead to overstimulation.
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From there the conversation gets even wilder as our teachers get into a discussion about all the ways they used to cheat in school and how kids these days just don't measure up. Plus there's some great back and forth about the future of education, the laughability of putting robots in the classroom, and what to make of AI in general.Follow your hosts:
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Jessica Hawk @MyTeacherFace
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Nothing humbles a teacher faster than a lesson plan completely falling apart in front of admin! FALL Tour Dates are out "Is it Friday Yet"! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Mint Mobile | Go to https://mintmobile.com/tod to redeem your offer Betterhelp | Go to https://betterhelp.com/TOD to get 10% off today Olive and June | Go To OliveandJune.com/TOD to get up to 20% OFF your first order Square | Go To Square.com/go/TOD to get $200 your hardware order Today! _________________________________
Lesson plans, classroom observations, scripted curriculum, and state testing pressure… welcome to teacher life.
In this episode of Teachers Off Duty, the hosts dive into the reality of teaching in today's classrooms and why even the best lesson plans can completely fall apart the second students walk through the door.
From hilarious lesson plan fails and stressful classroom observations to differentiated instruction, teacher burnout, and the chaos of trying to meet every student's needs at once, this episode is full of relatable teacher moments and honest conversations about education. The crew also talks about scripted curriculum, the pressure teachers face from testing data, first-year teacher struggles, professional development, supportive versus toxic leadership, and even the future of AI schools in education.
Whether you're a veteran teacher, a first-year educator, or someone who just wants to know what really happens behind classroom doors, this episode will make you laugh, cringe, and feel seen all at the same time.
Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!Follow your hosts:
Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes
Ms. M @ms.m_closet
Jessica Hawk @MyTeacherFace
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Teachers know the REAL school drama usually starts with admin. Remember FALL Tour Dates are out "Is it Friday Yet"! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Cash App | Download the APP today and use CODE: Family10 at Sign-Up Shopify | Sign Up for your $1 per Month Trial Today! Go to Shopify.com/TOD _________________________________
Teachers know there's one thing more chaotic than the students… admin drama. In this hilarious episode of Teachers Off Duty, the crew dives into the wildest principal and administrator stories they've experienced throughout their teaching careers.
From principals fighting in parking lots and removing office doors after arguments… to awkward staff meetings, favoritism, toxic school culture, teacher support, first-year teacher struggles, and the reality of working under good (and terrible) leadership — this episode is full of the kind of stories teachers only tell behind closed doors.
The conversation also touches on teacher confidence, emotional intelligence in leadership, classroom coaching, school politics, mentorship, ADHD teacher moments, and why a great principal can completely change a teacher's career.
If you've ever worked in a school, had admin drama, or questioned how some people became principals in the first place… this episode is for you.
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Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes
Ms. M @ms.m_closet
Jessica Hawk @MyTeacherFace
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Kids climbing lockers and riding trash cans through the hallway…to classroom mice...this episode is PURE chaos.
It's Teacher Appreciation Month and we're going ALL OUT. All month long, we're giving away gift cards to the teachers who make it happen every day. Enter every day this month: https://bit.ly/TA2026TOD
Don't MISS the FALL Tour Dates "Is it Friday Yet" dates in 2026 are available NOW! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Veracity | Go to https://veracityhealth.co/ and get 65% OFF using promo code: TOD _________________________________The END OF THE SCHOOL YEAR is absolute chaos…and teachers everywhere know it.
In this hilarious episode of Teachers Off Duty, the crew shares the funniest, wildest, and most unbelievable end-of-year teacher stories from classrooms across America.
From students climbing lockers and riding trash cans through hallways… to classroom mice, missing students, school fight stories, bathroom pass systems, teacher ADHD moments, and the reality of surviving middle school and high school classrooms — this episode is packed with relatable teacher humor and unfiltered educator conversations.
If you're a teacher, educator, paraprofessional, school counselor, administrator, or even a parent trying to understand what teachers go through in May and June… this episode is for you.
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Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes
Ms. M @ms.m_closet
Jessica Hawk @MyTeacherFace
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Kids running the classroom to the wildest sub stories you've ever heard...TOD is too REAL. GET your tickets NOW! The New Tour "Is it Friday Yet" dates in 2026 are available NOW! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT
It's Teacher Appreciation Month and we're going ALL OUT. All month long, we're giving away gift cards to the teachers who make it happen every day. Enter everyday this month: https://bit.ly/TA2026TOD PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to https://betterhelp.com/TOD to get 10% off today Fabletics | Go to Fabletics.com/TOD to get up to 80% OFF your first order _________________________________Today on Teachers Off Duty, the crew dives into the unpredictable world of substitute teaching… and let's just say, anything can happen.
From walking into classrooms with zero context to surviving the chaos of students testing boundaries, they share their funniest, most stressful, and most unforgettable subbing experiences.
They talk about what it's really like being "the new sub," how quickly students figure it out, and the wild things kids will try to get away with when their regular teacher is gone. Plus, they unpack the reality of leaving sub plans, classroom management struggles, and the unspoken rules every substitute learns the hard way.
Whether you've subbed before, worked with subs, or been that student… this episode will have you laughing, cringing, and saying "yep, that tracks."
Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!Follow your hosts:
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Albraden Hills @atxhills
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Teacher Appreciation Week… we need to talk about it! PERIOD! GET your tickets NOW! Few more dates this spring and all Fall dates for "Is it Friday Yet" are available NOW! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast https://bit.ly/TODBTCT
It's Teacher Appreciation Month and we're going ALL OUT. All month long, we're giving away gift cards to the teachers who make it happen every day. Enter everyday this month: https://bit.ly/TA2026TOD PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Mint Mobile | Go to https://mintmobile.com/tod to redeem your offer Olive and June | Go To OliveandJune.com/TOD to get up to 20% OFF your first order _________________________________In this episode of Teachers Off Duty, the crew dives into the highs, lows, and downright ridiculous moments of Teacher Appreciation Week.
From heartfelt gifts that mean everything… to the ones that make you question everything (yes, we're talking about brown "E's" and questionable surprises), the hosts share their funniest and most unforgettable experiences with student and parent gifts.
They unpack the love-hate relationship teachers have with appreciation week, highlighting the difference between thoughtful gestures from students and the sometimes out-of-touch efforts from schools or administrations.
Along the way, they swap stories about the best gifts they've ever received, the most awkward ones they definitely didn't expect, and the moments that remind them why they love what they do.
It's hilarious, honest, and a reminder that sometimes the smallest, most genuine gestures mean the most.
Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!Follow your hosts:
Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes
Albraden Hills @atxhills
Joshua King @joshuarylesking
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Lockdown drills and fire drills to bathroom rules and classroom policies, teachers break down what actually happens. GET your tickets NOW! Just a few more dates this spring, and all Fall dates for "Is it Friday Yet" are available NOW! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast https://bit.ly/TODBTCT It's Teacher Appreciation Month, and we're going ALL OUT. All month long, we're giving away gift cards to the teachers who make it happen every day. Enter EVERYDAY this month: https://bit.ly/TA2026TOD PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to https://betterhelp.com/TOD to get 10% off today Mint Mobile | Go to https://mintmobile.com/tod to redeem your offer Veracity | Go to https://veracityhealth.co/ and get 65% OFF using promo code: TOD _________________________________
In this episode of Teachers Off Duty, the crew dives into the wild world of school rules, safety protocols, and the reality behind what actually happens in classrooms.
From bathroom policies and fire drills to lockdown procedures and tornado drills, the hosts break down the rules schools enforce… and question whether they truly prepare students for real-life situations. Along the way, they share hilarious classroom stories, unexpected challenges, and the chaos that comes with managing students of all ages.
But this conversation goes deeper. The episode also highlights the importance of mental health support for both students and teachers, the need for social-emotional learning, and the realities of navigating ADHD, behavior challenges, and emotional development in today's classrooms.
It's funny, honest, and real… exactly what teachers need.
Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!Follow your hosts:
Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes
Albraden Hills @atxhills
Joshua King @joshuarylesking
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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There are things students do that just… slowly test every ounce of patience you have as a teacher. Reminder Teachers...GET your tickets NOW! We've got several spring shows left and all our FALL "Is it Friday Yet" dates in 2026 are available NOW! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________
This week on Teachers Off Duty, the crew gets real about the everyday things students do that absolutely drive teachers up the wall. From body odor battles in middle school to the unpredictable chaos of kindergarten classrooms, nothing is off limits.
The hosts share hilarious and honest stories about classroom interruptions, confusing instructions, wild student behavior, and the little habits that somehow become the biggest pet peeves. They also dive into the differences between teaching age groups, from preschool to middle school, and why every level comes with its own unique challenges.
Through all the laughter, this episode highlights the reality of teaching, the patience it requires, and the deep love teachers have for their students… even when they're getting on every last nerve.
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Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes
Albraden Hills @atxhills
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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From awkward oversharing parents to full-on arguments mid-meeting, YES it's TRUE! ALSO don't forget to get your tickets to the New Tour "Is it Friday Yet" dates in 2026 are available NOW! Pre-sake has started for our fall dates! Use code: FRIDAY26 to secure the best seats. Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Fabletics | Go to Fabletics.com/TOD and get 80% off EVERYTHING as a new VIP _________________________________
In this episode of Teachers Off Duty, the crew dives into one of the most unpredictable parts of teaching: parent-teacher conferences… and let's just say, things can get wild.
From awkward encounters with oversharing parents to navigating divorced couples arguing mid-conference, this episode is packed with real-life stories that will have every educator saying, "yep… been there." The hosts share their most unhinged experiences, the moments that caught them completely off guard, and the lessons they've learned along the way.
Beyond the laughs, they also talk about how to handle difficult conversations, build trust with parents, and create better communication that actually supports students.
If you've ever walked into a conference not knowing what you were about to deal with… this episode is for you.
Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!Follow your hosts:
Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes
Albraden Hills @atxhills
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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There's a moment every teacher hits… where you stop and think, "Can I really keep doing this?" GET your tickets NOW! Spring "Is it Friday Yet" dates in 2026 are available NOW! This Thursday all new fall dates go on presale! Make sure to mark your cal! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Veracity | Go to veracityhealth.co and get 65% OFF using promo code: TOD Cash App | Download the APP today and use CODE: Family10 at Sign-Up Olive and June | Go To OliveandJune.com/TOD to get up to 20% OFF your first order _________________________________
This week on Teachers Off Duty, the crew gets real (and hilarious) about the reasons why teachers quit—and let's just say… nothing is off the table.
From nightmare travel stories and tour announcements to the very real struggles happening inside classrooms, this conversation dives into burnout, lack of support, toxic work environments, and the emotional toll of teaching. The hosts unpack everything from unsupportive admin and difficult parent interactions to classroom management challenges and the overwhelming pressure placed on new teachers.
But it's not all chaos. This episode also highlights what actually helps teachers stay: mentorship, strong systems, emotional intelligence, and having someone in your corner who gets it.
If you've ever thought about quitting, already left the profession, or are just trying to survive the school year… this one is for you.
Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!Follow your hosts:
Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes
Albraden Hills @atxhills
Ms. M @ms.m_closet
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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You think you KNOW, but you have NO idea...some things in the classroom that you truly cannot make up. But wait! Don't forget to get your tickets NOW! The New Tour "Is it Friday Yet" dates in 2026 are available NOW! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to https://betterhelp.com/TOD to get 10% off today Mint Mobile | Go to https://mintmobile.com/tod to redeem your offer _________________________________ In this episode of Teachers Off Duty, Mr. Hills, Miss M, and Juan dive into the most unforgettable "WTF moments" teachers experience in the classroom. From wild kindergarten bathroom mishaps and chaotic copy machine battles to unexpected police visits and the strange realities of school fundraisers, this episode is packed with hilarious and jaw-dropping stories from real life in education.
The hosts share their most unbelievable teacher moments—from students bringing rats to class and mice running through reading time to classroom management situations that leave you questioning everything. They also talk about the everyday chaos teachers deal with, like student fights, awkward parent interactions, classroom observations, and those meetings that absolutely could have been emails.
Along the way, the conversation touches on teacher besties, strange student questions, classroom routines, school gossip, and the reality that no teacher training program can fully prepare you for the unpredictable moments that happen every day in schools.
If you're a teacher, educator, or anyone who enjoys funny and honest school stories, this episode will have you laughing, cringing, and saying "what the…" right along with them.
Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!Follow your hosts:
Albraden Hills @atxhills
Juan Cintron @onthejuanhand
Ms. M @ms.m_closet
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Every school has them — the strict teacher, the fun teacher, the rule-breaker teacher, the Pinterest classroom teacher, the drill-sergeant teacher, and the "just trying to survive the day" teacher. Don't forget to get your tickets NOW! Our brand new tour "Is It Friday Yet?" spring 2026 dates are available NOW — with Asia dates going on sale this week! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you. Tickets are going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ This week on Teachers Off Duty, Mr. Hills, Miss M, and Juan dive into the hilarious and very real world of the different types of teachers you find in every school. From the strict rule-followers to the laid-back chaos coordinators, the Pinterest classroom designers to the teachers just trying to survive the day, they break down the personalities and teaching styles that show up in classrooms everywhere.
The conversation takes a deeper turn as the hosts share how teachers evolve over time. From struggling new teachers trying to figure out classroom management to experienced educators who learn how to balance structure, relationships, and flexibility, this episode highlights how every teacher develops their own approach.
Along the way they discuss staff meeting personalities, classroom routines, teacher rules vs student rules, the pressure of lesson planning, and the importance of relationships with students. With plenty of humor and honest storytelling, this episode is a relatable look at what it really means to grow as an educator.
Whether you're a teacher, student teacher, or someone who simply enjoys teacher stories, you'll definitely recognize these classroom personalities.
Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!Follow your hosts:
Albraden Hills @atxhills
Juan Cintron @onthejuanhand
Ms M @ms.m_closet
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Your first year teaching will humble you fast. Can WE get an AMEN! But wait! Don't forget to get your tickets NOW! The New Tour "Is it Friday Yet" dates in 2026 are available NOW! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Wayfair | Go to wayfair.com shop all things home today. Betterhelp | Go to https://betterhelp.com/TOD to get 10% off today Jones Road Beauty | Go to https://www.jonesroadbeauty.com/ to get your FREE shimmer face Oil with CODE TOD. _________________________________ In this episode of Teachers Off Duty, Mr. Hills steps in with Miss M and Juan for a hilarious and honest conversation about the difference between first-year teachers and veteran teachers. From crying in closets after school and surviving chaotic first-year classroom management, to learning boundaries, routines, and how to stop taking student behavior personally, this episode is packed with stories every educator will recognize.
The trio shares their real experiences navigating everything from preschool bathroom protocols and late-night grading sessions to difficult parents, classroom systems, safe spaces, and the emotional weight teachers carry while still showing up for students. They also dive into the difference between trying to be the "cool teacher" versus becoming the consistent teacher, and why veteran educators know that structure, reflection, and relationships matter more than perfection.
Whether you're a brand-new teacher, a seasoned educator, or just someone who loves funny school stories, this episode is a relatable reminder that teaching gets easier, growth takes time, and no one has it all figured out in year one.
Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!Follow your hosts:
Albraden Hills @atxhills
Juan Cintron @onthejuanhand
Ms. M @ms.m_closet
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Kids truly have no filter… and teachers hear EVERYTHING. Remember to get your tickets NOW! The New Tour "Is it Friday Yet" dates in 2026 are available NOW! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Prolon | Go to ProlonLife.com/TOD and get 15% OFF your 5-Day nutrition Program TODAY! Marley Spoon | Go to MarleySpoon.com/offer/TOD for 45% OFF your first order and FREE delivery CashApp | Download CashApp at https://cash.app/ . Use our exclusive referral code FAMILY10 at sign up and get$10 when you send $5 to a friend. Terms Apply. _________________________________ Today on Teachers Off Duty, Bri, Juan, and Keldric dive into the wild, hilarious, and completely unhinged things students say at school. From kindergarten oversharing family secrets to students accidentally exposing their parents' business, this conversation proves that kids truly have no filter.
The hosts share some of the funniest real classroom moments, including kids revealing family drama, telling teachers things their parents definitely didn't want repeated, and the awkward situations teachers end up in when students overshare at the worst possible times. They also react to stories from teachers about bizarre show-and-tell moments, confusing absences, and the surprising things kids say about their home lives.
Along the way, they talk about parent-teacher conference chaos, students accidentally snitching on their parents, school lunch disasters, and the everyday unpredictability of teaching. Whether it's a kindergartener revealing why their parents are arguing or a student announcing personal family details to the entire class, teachers know that kids will always tell the truth… at the worst possible moment.
If you're a teacher, educator, or anyone who's ever worked with kids, this episode will have you laughing, cringing, and saying, "they really said that?!"
Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!Follow your hosts:
Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes
Keldric Homes @keldricholmes
Juan Cintron @onthejuanhand
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Teacher besties… what's your attention getter? Because in this episode we learned there are levels to this chaos. NOW REMEMBER get your tickets NOW! The New Tour "Is it Friday Yet" dates in 2026 are available NOW! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Mint Mobile | Go to https://mintmobile.com/tod to redeem your offer Betterhelp | Go to https://betterhelp.com/TOD to get 10% off today Marley Spoon | Go to MarleySpoon.com/offer/TOD for 45% OFF your first order and FREE delivery Wayfair | Go to wayfair.com shop all things home today. _________________________________ This week on Teachers Off Duty, Bri is joined by Dre Holmes and Juan Cintron for a chaotic, painfully relatable conversation about attention getters and how wildly different they look in kindergarten vs. 3rd grade vs. middle school. From "waterfall" to "macaroni and cheese, everybody freeze," to the most dramatic strategies you've ever seen (yes, including fake crying and talking to a filing cabinet), the crew breaks down what actually works when your class is doing the absolute most.
They also get real about the teaching grind: ADHD teacher life, why "I'll wait" doesn't always hit, building relationships before management can work, and how admin can make or break a school. Plus: tour life updates and why you need a laugh break ASAP.
Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!Follow your hosts:
Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes
Keldric Homes @keldricholmes
Juan Cintron @onthejuanhand
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Kindergarten, elementary, or middle school… pick your fighter, because the chaos looks very different at every level. PLUS get your tickets NOW! The New Tour "Is it Friday Yet" dates in 2026 are available NOW! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Prolon | Go to ProlonLife.com/TOD and get 15% OFF your 5-Day nutrition Program TODAY! Marley Spoon | Go to MarleySpoon.com/offer/TOD for 45% OFF your first order and FREE delivery UPSIDE | Go to https://www.upside.com/ use CODE: TOD IQ Bar | TEXT TOD to 64000 and GET 20% OFF ALL PRODUCTS TODAY! _________________________________ In this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty, Bri is joined by new comers Keldric Homes and Juan Cintron for a chaotic, hilarious teacher-to-teacher breakdown of what really changes when you go from kindergarten to elementary to middle school. From report cards and pencil grips to state testing stress, parent communication, and why some kids will finish a test in five minutes like it's a speed run, this one is packed with stories that'll have you laughing and nodding the whole time.
They get into the reality of kindergarten being "the new first grade," the wild expectations placed on little kids, and how parents can accidentally turn a simple concern into an internet battle. Plus, you'll hear the differences in classroom management across grade levels, the never-ending debate of pencil-and-paper vs. everything on the computer, and why middle school is a special kind of chaos (with body odor to match). Also: teachers as content creators, student reactions when they find your TikTok, and the fine line between satire and admin panic.
Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!Follow your hosts:
Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes
Keldric Homes @keldricholmes
Juan Cintron @onthejuanhand
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Student roasts, teacher clapbacks, and the kind of school stories that should come with a warning label. Remember the New Tour "Is it Friday Yet" dates are available NOW! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Boxie Cat | Go to BoxieCat.com/TOD and get 30% OFF using code:TOD Marley Spoon | Go to MarleySpoon.com/offer/TOD for 45% OFF your first order and FREE delivery Wayfair | Go to wayfair.com shop all things home today. _________________________________
Students are out here ROASTING with zero hesitation, zero filter, and Olympic-level confidence. In this episode of Teachers Off Duty, Bri (Honest Teacher Vibes) is joined by Keldrick and Juan to break down the wildest student comments, the funniest classroom clapbacks, and the chaotic energy that only teachers truly understand. From "you can't fit in the bathtub" to the most diabolical one-liners you have ever heard, this one is nonstop laughs.
We get into the real day-to-day teacher life moments: running late for an interview and changing in the parking lot (with the principal watching), students bringing the most random items to school, and why kids can write a three-page love letter but cannot write five sentences for an assignment. Plus, the group talks about teacher survival mode, school lunch struggles, "line leader" drama, and the truth about middle school chaos. Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!Follow your hosts:
Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes
Keldric Holmes @keldricholmes
Juan Cintron @onthejuanhand
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Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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A student got locked inside SeaWorld on a school trip… and the teachers almost had a full meltdown. Don't forget to get your tickets yet? The New Tour "Is it Friday Yet" dates in 2026 are available NOW! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT PLUS 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=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Wayfair | Go to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Every style. Every home. Marley Spoon | Go to MarleySpoon.com/offer/TOD for 45% OFF your first order and FREE delivery CashApp | Download Cash App Today! _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty BACK, Bri, Al, and Jessica swap their most unhinged, stressful, and hilarious school field trip stories. From senior trips to Disney where kids try to sneak into their boyfriend's rooms (and chaperones hire a security guard for bed check), to the nightmare of paper check-ins before cell phones, to the student who somehow got locked inside SeaWorld after "going to the bathroom."
And just when you think it can't get worse, the crew tells the story of a preschool pool trip that ended in disaster when a kid pulled out a tiny bat and started swinging on older kids… and the class got kicked out in 15 minutes. Plus: the chaos of chaperones getting "lost," kids with poopy pants moods, the logistics teachers handle that no one ever sees, and a legendary personal field trip confession involving tobacco dip, a bus ride, and a moment that became school lore forever.
Listen now & don't forget to subscribe!Follow your hosts:
Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes
Jessica Hawk @MyTeacherFace
Albraden Hills @atxhills
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