Teachers Off Duty

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!

What It’s REALLY Like to Date a Teacher! 11/23/2025

What It’s REALLY Like to Date a Teacher! Lesson plans by day. Red flags by night. Let’s talk teacher dating. All new dates for our brand new tour "Is it Friday Yet" are now available! But remember, we are still in 2025...Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you this December! Tickets going fast: PLUS book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Rakuten | Go to today register for your FREE membership and get your siging bonus. Function Health | Go to or use code TOD100 to get $100 membership credit Clean My Mac X | Go to cleanmymac.com to get 20% your first order with CODE: DUTY20 and try for FREE your first 7 DAYS! _________________________________ Love, laughter, and a little classroom chaos — this week’s episode of Teachers Off Duty is all about dating as a teacher and the hilarious, awkward, and sometimes cringe stories that come with it. From secret school romances to wild parent interactions, hyperbole mishaps, and teacher voice debates, the crew spills it all. Bri, Albraden, and Anna get real about what it’s like to date inside and outside the teacher world — the coworkers who gossip, the students who always find out, and why online dating feels like grading group projects. They even unpack fake dating profiles, teacher crushes, and the dreaded “teacher voice” moment that shows up off the clock. If you’ve ever tried to balance lesson plans and love life, this one’s for you. Grab your coffee, your grading pile, and tune in for the teacher talk that gets a little too real and funny. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Albraden Hills @atxhills Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/39081365

The Dumbest TikTok Trends Students Have Tried at School 11/16/2025

The Dumbest TikTok Trends Students Have Tried at School TikTok has our classrooms cooked—let’s decode 6–7, ‘hey chat,’ and all the chaos students bring to school. NEW Tour NEW dates in 2026! Remember, we are still in 2025...Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you this FALL! Tickets going fast: We're coming to back to Canada! Tickets are already selling fast! Grab yours NOW: PLUS book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Naked Wines | Go to https://www.nakedwines.com/tod and get six bottles of wine for $39.99 using CODE: TOD Acorns Early | Register today at and get your first month FREE _________________________________ TikTok trends in the classroom… love them or WHOOP-DE-DO? Today the crew dives into the viral chaos students bring to school: the infamous “6–7” bit, calling teachers by their first names, Chromebook pranks, paper-dart ceilings, BookTok “lies,” and why whispering can be scarier than yelling. We decode slang like “chat, we’re cooked,” “crash out,” “gat,” and “wagon,” swap pre-K war stories, and admit the moments that made us feel 1000 years old. If you teach, sub, parent, or just love teacher comedy, this one will have you hollering. We also shout out the real MVPs keeping us sane: co-teachers, TAs, and paras. Thanks for the snacks, the backup, and the lifesaving Red Bulls. Drop your most unhinged school trend in the comments and tell us which slang your students won’t stop saying. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Albraden Hills @atxhills Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/39048355

You Won't Believe These Co-teaching Stories! 11/09/2025

You Won't Believe These Co-teaching Stories! From IRS scams to preschooler beatdowns - this week, we’re giving co-teachers and teacher aides the flowers they deserve! BIG news! The Bored Teachers “Is It Friday Yet?” Comedy Tour is hitting the road again with all-new jokes, new surprises, and more chaos than ever. However, we are still in 2025...Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you this FALL! Tickets going fast: We're coming to back to Canada! Tickets are already selling fast! Grab yours NOW: PLUS book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to https://betterhelp.com/TOD to get 10% off today Clean My Mac X | Go to to get 20% your first order with CODE: DUTY20 and try for FREE your first 7 DAYS! _________________________________ Co-teachers and teacher aides are the backbone of every classroom—the calm in the chaos and the ones who keep teachers from completely losing it. They’re the snack givers, the sanity savers, and the real MVPs when it comes to keeping lessons (and tempers) on track. In this episode, we’re giving them their flowers and sharing the hilarious, chaotic, and heartfelt stories that prove just how vital they are. From “work husbands” who bring chips and Red Bull at just the right time to preschoolers plotting revenge at nap time, the stories are peak teacher comedy. We also talk about parents who overshare, co-teachers who always have your back, and those moments when whispering is somehow scarier than yelling. It’s all the daily madness teachers know too well—served with plenty of laughs and love. We wrap it up with gratitude and shoutouts to every teacher aide, inclusion teacher, and paraprofessional holding it down every single day. You deserve more credit, more help, and definitely more pay. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Albraden Hills @atxhills Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/38925965

Teachers Confess: Times We’ve Cried at School 11/02/2025

Can Students Really Make a Career Out of Social Media? 10/26/2025

Can Students Really Make a Career Out of Social Media? We’re diving headfirst into the wild world of student social media. Our brand new "Is It Friday Yet?!" tour dates in 2026 are on sale now! Remember, we are still in 2025...Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets going fast: PLUS book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Clean My Mac X | Go to to get 20% your first order with CODE: DUTY20 and try for FREE your first 7 DAYS! _________________________________ Bri, Tyler, and Shelby dive into real talk about social media safety for students, building a positive digital footprint, and how teachers can turn classroom wins into content that genuinely changes lives. They break down what it means to teach digital citizenship in 2025, why classroom economy systems actually work, and how student-created videos can boost engagement and buy-in. The crew also gets into the world of Roblox and Minecraft, the parental controls every teacher should know, and the fine art of turning creativity into a career — from brand deals and the “1% rule” to staying brand-safe in the process. Plus, they tackle teacher pay, side hustles, and making an impact that goes beyond the classroom. And of course, it wouldn’t be Teachers Off Duty without a very serious Rock-Paper-Scissors rivalry. Stick around for the latest Bored Teachers Comedy Tour dates and find out why you need a teacher besties’ night out. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Tyler Jackowski @TylerJackowskiOfficial Shelby Lattimore @teachingwithmissl Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/38650105

Toxic Admins and Teacher Lounge Drama 10/19/2025

Toxic Admins and Teacher Lounge Drama From sticky-note confessions to admin power trips—this episode exposes everything that really happens in the teacher’s lounge. The Bored Teachers Comedy tour has all NEW dates for 2026 with our brand new “Is It Friday Yet?!” tour! BUT we are not done with 2025...Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you this FALL! Tickets going fast: We're coming to back to Canada! Tickets are already selling fast! Grab yours NOW: PLUS book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to to get 10% off today Acorns Early | Register today at and get your first month FREE Function Health | Go to or use code TOD100 to get $100 membership credit _________________________________ This week on Teachers Off Duty, the crew is back with another laugh-out-loud, brutally honest conversation that every educator will relate to. Bri is joined again by Tyler and the amazing Shelby for a chaotic and hilarious deep dive into teacher lounge drama, microwave fish wars, and the real reason some administrators should’ve stayed in the classroom. From sticky notes calling out bathroom offenders to the emotional toll of pretending you’re “fine” at school when you’re really not—this episode has it all. The trio also shares wild stories from their teaching days, debate what makes a good principal, and celebrate the teachers who actually make education feel human again. If you’ve ever needed a reason to laugh through your “Sunday Scaries,” this one’s for you. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Tyler Jackowski @TylerJackowskiOfficial Shelby Lattimore @teachingwithmissl Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/38631265

Teachers Confess the CRAZIEST Things Students Have Ever Done 10/12/2025

Teachers Confess the CRAZIEST Things Students Have Ever Done Teachers spill the wildest classroom stories yet… lizards in backpacks, roaches in restrooms, and a Halloween rave that shut the school down. 2026 we are coming for YOU with all NEW dates! BUT the year ain't over yet...Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you this FALL! Tickets going fast: We're coming to back to Canada! Tickets are already selling fast! Grab yours NOW: PLUS book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Function Health | Go to or use code TOD100 to get $100 membership credit Clean My Mac X | Go to to get 20% your first order with CODE: DUTY20 and try for FREE your first 7 DAYS! _________________________________ In this week’s Teachers Off Duty episode, the crew is fully unhinged (in the best way possible). Bri, Shelby, and Tyler swap hilarious classroom stories — from students bringing lizards in their backpacks to roaches in the restroom — and spiral into wild teacher tangents about outfits, parent emails, classroom chaos, and reality TV dreams.This episode proves that teachers really are the funniest people on the planet. Whether you’re grading papers, meal-prepping, or hiding from admin, this one will have you laughing out loud. Grab your iced coffee and join your favorite teacher besties for another round of chaotic fun, honest convos, and the humor every educator deserves. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Tyler Jackowski @TylerJackowskiOfficial Shelby Lattimore @teachingwithmissl Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/38551895

Teachers Gone Viral: What it’s Really Like Being a Teacher Influencer 10/05/2025

Teachers Gone Viral: What it’s Really Like Being a Teacher Influencer What happens when viral teachers swap classroom stories and roast each other? Pure chaos (and a lot of laughs). Our brand new 2026 "Is It Friday Yet?!" Bored Teachers Comedy Tour is now ON SALE! Tickets are selling quickly! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour is coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Mint Mobile | Go to to redeem your offer Quizizz | Go to and create a FREE account today! _________________________________ Besties, buckle up because this episode is chaotic in the best way possible! Bri is joined by Tyler Jackowski and Shelby Lattimore for nonstop roasting, classroom confessions, and the real truth about what it’s like being a teacher who goes viral on TikTok. From kids clowning their shoes (“mall walkers 5000s”) to the debate over shopping carts vs. buggies vs. carriages, nothing is off-limits in this hilarious conversation. The trio dives into how social media fame collides with teaching full-time, the weirdest places they’ve been recognized, and why teachers really wear running shoes in the classroom. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when teacher TikTok stars sit down together then this is your episode. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Tyler Jackowski @TylerJackowskiOfficial Shelby Lattimore @teaching_with_ms.l Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/38468290

Funniest Things Ever Heard in the Classroom 09/28/2025

Teachers Expose the Most Ridiculous School Rules Ever 09/21/2025

School Uniforms: Helpful or Harmful? 09/14/2025

School Uniforms: Helpful or Harmful? Ridiculous dress codes, uniforms that spark debate, and classroom chaos you won’t believe - we’re diving into it all, from wild parent choices to the most insane dress code violations! Mark your Calendars! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: We're coming to Australia, New Zealand and Canada! We’ll be heading your way this fall, and tickets are selling fast! Grab yours NOW: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: ________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: RayCon | Go to to get 20% their best selling ear buds! Quizizz | Go to and create a FREE account today! Acorns Early | Register today at and get your first month FREE Clean My Mac X | Go to to get 20% your first order with CODE: DUTY20 and try for FREE your first 7 DAYS! _________________________________ This week on the Teachers Off Duty Podcast: Bri, Albraden, and Anna tackle one of the hottest topics in education: school uniforms. We’re diving into: • Ridiculous dress code rules • Pros and cons of uniforms • How uniforms impact kids, teachers, and families • Wild classroom stories - from unbelievable parent choices to insane dress code violations Do uniforms really reduce bullying and distractions or are they stifling individuality and creating chaos for families? We share our funniest, most outrageous stories so you can decide for yourself. Do you think school uniforms are a good idea or a bad idea? Drop your thoughts in the comments — we want to hear from you! Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! _________________________________ Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Albraden Hills @atxhills Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/38209880

Back to School Gone Wild: Real Teacher Stories 09/07/2025

Back to School Gone Wild: Real Teacher Stories From rug gate to rogue “class pets,” we’re spilling the funniest back to school chaos teachers actually survive—come laugh and commiserate with us! Mark your Calendars! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: ________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to to get 10% off today Mint Mobile | Go to to redeem your offer RayCon | Go to to get 20% their best selling ear buds! Naked Wines | Go to and get six bottles of wine for $39.99 using CODE: TOD _________________________________ Get ready, teachers — this week’s episode of Teachers Off Duty Podcast is pure chaos and comedy! Bri, Leslie, and Mr. Hills (ATX Hills) are spilling their funniest back-to-school moments — from wild name stories to middle school madness, pre-K potty training disasters, kids bringing surprise “pets” to class, and parents crying over rugs on Beyoncé’s internet. Now the question is what it’s really like surviving PD, Meet the Teacher nights, and the “honeymoon period” that lasts about… one day. You ready? If you’re a teacher, parent, or just need a laugh, you’ll feel SEEN in this episode. Drop your own funniest (or most chaotic) back-to-school story in the comments — we might read it on the show! Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Leslie Rob @LeslieRobComedy Albraden Hills @atxhills Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/38111600

The Ugly Truth About Standardized Testing Nobody Talks About 08/31/2025

The Ugly Truth About Standardized Testing Nobody Talks About Standardized testing: helpful measure of learning or the biggest headache in education? We’re spilling the truth (and the laughs) teachers really know! Mark your Calendars! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: ________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Quizizz | Go to and create a FREE account today! _________________________________ This week, Bri, KC Mack, and Anna are diving into the wild world of standardized testing — the stress, the funny fails, the endless paperwork, and why it makes both teachers and kids lose their minds. From shimmying across the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour stage to debating if kindergarteners should really be tested on life skills (like tying their shoes ), the crew gets candid about how testing impacts classrooms everywhere. We’re talking testing buckets, crazy school rules, snack scandals (Oreos?!), and why teachers end up pacing thousands of steps during exam week. And of course, it wouldn’t be TOD without plenty of laughter, roasting, and a few Disney detours (because yes, somehow state testing and Disney magic do connect). Whether you’re a teacher, parent, or just here for the laughs, this episode will remind you why educators everywhere deserve a standing ovation. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK KC Mack @kcmackfunny Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/38032840

AI in the Classroom: Teaching Smarter, not Harder 08/24/2025

AI in the Classroom: Teaching Smarter, not Harder Teachers spill the tea on ChatGPT in the classroom—hilarious stories, game-changing hacks, and why AI might just save your sanity! Mark your Calendars! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: ________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Quizizz | Go to and create a FREE account today! Acorns Early | Register today at and get your first month FREE _________________________________ AI in the classroom? Love it or hate it, it’s here to stay—and we’ve got thoughts. In this week’s episode of Teachers Off Duty Podcast, KC Mack, Bri, and Anna are cutting up as always while diving into the wild world of ChatGPT, Magic School AI, and all the ways artificial intelligence is shaking up teaching. From hilarious stories on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour (including a teacher sliding KC a note mid-show!) to real talk about how AI can save time, grade essays, differentiate lessons, and even write IEPs, this conversation is equal parts funny and eye-opening. We’re asking the big questions: Should students be allowed to use AI? Are we becoming hypocrites as teachers? And how do we keep the “rigor” alive when ChatGPT wants to make every test multiple choice A? Plus, the crew shares their favorite AI tools for lesson planning, classroom hacks, and even how teachers are using AI to spice up professional development. By the end, you’ll be laughing, taking notes, and maybe rethinking how you use AI in your own teaching. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK KC Mack @kcmackfunny Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/37933715

Cameras in Classrooms: What Teachers Really Think 08/17/2025

Cameras in Classrooms: What Teachers Really Think Should every classroom have cameras? We debate the pros, cons, and hilarious realities teachers would face if Big Brother moved into school. PLUS remember to pin your calencers becuase the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: ________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to to get 10% off today Naked Wines | Go to and get six bottles of wine for $39.99 using CODE: TOD Wayground | Go to to create your FREE account! _________________________________ Best friends, buckle up — this week on Teachers Off Duty we’re diving into one of the most controversial topics in education right now: cameras in the classroom. Bri, Jess, and Anna are spilling all the tea on the pros, cons, awkward moments, and downright hilarious possibilities of being filmed at work. From hallway fights caught on tape to the ultimate teacher “highlight reel,” we’re asking the big questions: Would cameras actually improve student safety and classroom management? Or would they make teaching feel like reality TV? Plus, we swap stories about the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour, childhood crushes on Steve from Blue’s Clues, awkward teacher moments, and why some subs might want a camera watching their back. Whether you’re for it, against it, or just here for the laughs, this episode will have you rethinking what “classroom observation” could really mean. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Jess Smith @TeacherTalesOfMissSmith Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/37849425

Best & Worst PDs We’ve Ever Had 08/10/2025

Best & Worst PDs We’ve Ever Had The real reason teachers hate PD—and what actually works instead (with zero time-wasting fluff)! GET READY! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: ________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Wayground | Go to to create your FREE account! _________________________________ For the first time ever, Bri, Jess, and Anna are together in the studio—and you already know it’s going to be unhinged in the best way. From fashion fails and meet-and-greet poses to the real tea on professional development, we’re sharing our funniest stories and most honest takes on what PD should look like for teachers. We’re talking about: Low-rise jeans trauma Meet & greet photo hacks Why PDs should be led by veteran teachers The power of teacher TikTok + TeacherGram Crusty lips and jean jacket woes Our favorite (and worst) PD experiences Tangible takeaways we actually want Why school culture matters more than note cards Plus, we reveal what districts are getting right, why professional development shouldn’t feel like punishment, and why laminating in the middle of a PD is… a bold choice. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Jess Smith @TeacherTalesOfMissSmith Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/37739520

Who’s the REAL Main Character at School? Cast Your Vote! 08/03/2025

Who’s the REAL Main Character at School? Cast Your Vote! We said what every teacher’s thinking—some roles are main characters, others are just extras. Mark your Calenders! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Mint Mobile | Go to to redeem your offer RayCon | Go to to get 20% their best selling ear buds! Wayground | Go to to create your FREE account! _________________________________ Who really runs your school? The answer will shock you! In this explosive episode, Jess Smith, KC Mack, and Cory Michaelis dive into the most controversial debate in education: Who is the true main character of every school? Watch as they battle it out over principals, paraprofessionals, custodians, cafeteria crews, teachers, office managers, specials staff, and even students themselves! Things get heated when they reveal which role actually has the most influence, share personal stories that will make you laugh and cry, and give shoutouts to the unsung heroes you never knew existed. Whether you're a teacher ready to defend your turf, support staff tired of being overlooked, or just someone who loves drama in the group chat, this episode will have you glued to your screen! Drop a comment! Who do YOU think is the main character of your school? Let the battle BEGIN! Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Jess Smith @TeacherTalesOfMissSmith Cory Michaelis @corymichaeliscomedy KC Mack @kcmackfunny Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/37649560

No One Respects Teachers Anymore 07/27/2025

No One Respects Teachers Anymore Respect for teachers is disappearing — and we’re done staying quiet about it. Plus! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to to get 10% off today Brooklyn Bedding | Go to to get 30% off today using CODE: TOD Quizizz | Go to and create a FREE account today! Stitch Fix | Go to .. and get shopping done right _________________________________ This week on Teachers Off Duty, Bri, Jess, and Cory tackle a topic we all feel but rarely unpack: why is there such a decline in respect for teachers today? From hilarious dad jokes to honest takes on classroom culture, student behavior, parent-teacher dynamics, and even admin relationships, this episode is a real, unfiltered look at what respect should really mean in education. The crew shares personal stories and perspectives on how respect is earned, lost, and sometimes never given in today’s school environment — all while reminding us that teachers are the backbone of every profession. We’re also diving into: Whether teachers automatically deserve respect How classroom culture affects student behavior Why administrators and teachers struggle to see eye-to-eye The impact of social media and generational shifts How we can start restoring respect — one classroom at a time Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Jess Smith @TeacherTalesOfMissSmith Cory Michaelis @corymichaeliscomedy Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/37561945

How to Survive Your First Year of Teaching 07/20/2025

How to Survive Your First Year of Teaching First-year teaching? Buckle up - it’s about to get real (and really funny). Mark your calendars! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets are going fast: 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Quizizz | Go to and create a FREE account today! Acorns Early | Register today at and get your first month FREE _________________________________ Welcome back to the Teachers Off Duty Podcast! This week, Jess and Bri are joined by hilarious stand-up comedian and former teacher Cory Michaelis for a no-filter conversation packed with teacher advice, classroom chaos, and comedy tour stories you won’t believe. Whether you're heading into your first year teaching or still recovering from your last one, this episode is your survival guide. We’re breaking down everything from managing teacher guilt and setting boundaries to avoiding middle schoolers who smell like “hot dog water” (you’ll get it when you watch). Plus, we dive into the real conversations teachers are having - from chaotic sub stories to open house hacks, and yes... how to survive with no coffee. Oh, and if you’ve never laughed until you cried at the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour… prepare yourself. We're coming to Canada, California, and even Australia (kangaroo jokes included) this fall! Tickets are selling fast! Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Jess Smith @TeacherTalesOfMissSmith Cory Michaelis @corymichaeliscomedy Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/37464165

Breaking Up Student Fights: The Job Nobody Talks About 07/13/2025

Breaking Up Student Fights: The Job Nobody Talks About Teacher confessions: The shocking, hilarious, and heartbreaking reality of school fights. Mark your calendars! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Stitch Fix | Go to and get shopping done right Quizizz | Go to and create a FREE account today! _________________________________ In this episode of Teachers Off Duty, the crew gets real about one of the wildest parts of working in education—student fights. From chaotic cafeteria scuffles to hallway showdowns fueled by Snapchat drama, the teachers share their most jaw-dropping stories about breaking up fights, navigating middle school mayhem, and how digital drama is making things even messier. They discuss the difference between boy fights and girl fights, the dangers of being a bystander, and how peer pressure and group chats often escalate things before the first punch is thrown. They also talk about the emotional toll it takes on teachers who are expected to break up brawls while avoiding lawsuits, staying safe, and protecting the students involved. Plus, the group shares some heartfelt moments about kids who look out for each other and what it means to build trust and maturity in students. As always, it’s equal parts hilarious, honest, and a little chaotic—just like real life in the classroom. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Jay Yoder @JayYoderComedy Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/37380815

Funniest Teaching Hacks You Didn’t Know Were Legal 07/06/2025

Funniest Teaching Hacks You Didn’t Know Were Legal Desperate times in the classroom call for genius teacher hacks—and we’ve got ‘em all. And remember! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to to get 10% off today Mint Mobile | Go to to redeem your offer Raycon | Go to to get 15% off using CODE: TOD _________________________________ In this laugh-out-loud episode of Teachers Off Duty, Bri, Anna, and Jay reunite for a chaotic and hilariously honest conversation about classroom management, teaching burnout, and surviving the school year with a little creativity (and a lot of humor). From Jay’s “girl dad” life to Anna’s desk-climbing Dead Poets Society moment, the trio shares the genius hacks and hilarious fails that keep their classrooms (and sanity) intact. Whether it’s using UNO cards to track participation or rage-screaming with students as a brain break, this episode is packed with real-life strategies that actually work—plus a few that didn’t. They dive into how AI tools like ChatGPT are changing the game for both teachers and students, and how they’re learning to work smarter not harder by embracing technology without losing the heart of teaching. You’ll hear them swap stories about student manipulation, mystery shopper behavior systems, the power of handwritten work in a tech-heavy world, and what happens when a student can’t read their own handwriting. It’s the real teacher talk you didn’t know you needed. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Jay Yoder @JayYoderComedy Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/37288095

What Teachers REALLY DO on Summer Break! 06/29/2025

What Teachers REALLY DO on Summer Break! You thought teachers were off duty this summer? Think again. Don't Forget! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Warby Parker | Go to and get FREE shipping and a 30 day return _________________________________ Think teachers spend their summers sipping iced tea by the pool? Think again! In this hilarious and honest episode, Anna, Bri, and Jay from "Teachers Off Duty" reveal the surprising reality of their "time off." From Jay's hilarious struggle to find the perfect cheer bow for his daughter, sparking a conversation about the mental load teachers carry, to the surprising array of side hustles they take on - like VIPKid, running summer camps, or even driving for Uber - you'll discover the non-stop reality of their summers. They also delve into the often-unpaid professional development, the challenges of managing student trips abroad (including Jay's wild European adventure with 42 high schoolers), and the difficulty of truly "turning off" from teacher mode. Yet, amidst the chaos, they share the joy found in family moments, whether visiting children's museums or exploring new cultures overseas. This episode is a perfect blend of comedy, honesty, and inspiration for anyone who wants to understand the real dedication behind the teaching profession. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @RreadAwayWithMissK Jay Yoder @JayYoderComedy Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/37204425

Kids Get Away With Everything Now—Teachers Are Over It 06/22/2025

Kids Get Away With Everything Now—Teachers Are Over It What happens when kids face zero consequences? Spoiler alert: teachers are over it. Don't Forget! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Brooklyn Bedding | Go to to get 30% off today using CODE: TOD Warby Parker | Go to and get FREE shipping and a 30 day return Stitch Fix | Go to and get shopping done right _________________________________ This week, Bri, Anna, and Jay dive into the growing discipline crisis in schools and how it’s driving educators to the edge. The episode kicks off with some nostalgic laughs about screen names and the origin of Bri’s iconic handle, “Honest Teacher Vibes.” From there, the conversation flows into personal quirks, classroom learning styles, and even a Vegemite sidebar that somehow perfectly sets the tone for this unpredictable, bestie-powered show. But the heart of the episode zeroes in on a serious and frustrating issue - student behavior with no consequences. The hosts share stories from their own classrooms, express concern over inconsistent discipline policies, and vent about how a lack of support can push teachers out of the profession. They touch on PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports), cell phone policies like Yondr pouches, and the disconnect between administrators, parents, and teachers when it comes to accountability. Throughout, the trio stress the importance of mutual respect—among teachers, administrators, and parents—as the true key to school culture. They highlight how data-driven discipline policies, consistent leadership, and empathetic communication can help schools thrive. Of course, it wouldn’t be a TOD episode without detours into chaos, creativity, and comedy—whether it's silent lunch punishments, or the infamous “shut up talking to me” student comeback that had everyone howling. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts:Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Jay Yoder @jayyodercomedy Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/37069555

The Truth About Teaching: Humor, Hormones, and Hallway Door Slaps 06/15/2025

The Truth About Teaching: Humor, Hormones, and Hallway Door Slaps If sarcasm, stickers, and a filing cabinet therapy session sound like solid classroom management—this episode is for you. Don't Forget! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to to get 10% off today Naked Wines | Go to and get six bottles of wine for $39.99 using CODE: TOD _________________________________ This week on Teachers Off Duty, it’s a full-blown bestie brunch with the girls Bri, Anna and Lauren bringing all the laughs, side-eyes, and sarcastic comebacks that only teachers truly understand. From the chaos of hallway door-slapping middle schoolers to the hilarious passive-aggressive strategies we all secretly use in the classroom, this episode is a wild ride through the everyday moments that make teaching unpredictable and hilarious. The trio dives deep into their favorite sarcasm-laced classroom tactics, the unexpected honesty of kindergartners, and the struggles of dealing with outdated clocks, cursive confusion, and the awkward truths about student relationships and classroom management. Plus, they drop updates on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour, new international show locations, and how your school can book private shows or keynotes with your favorite teacher comedians. Whether you’re a veteran teacher or new to the game, this episode is a much-needed reminder that laughter is part of the lesson plan. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Lauren Hoof @misshoofteaches Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/37009140

Teachers in Movies vs. Reality: It’s Not Even Close! 06/08/2025

Teachers in Movies vs. Reality: It’s Not Even Close! From meth labs to magical school buses, Hollywood clearly never taught a day in their life. Plus! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Mint Mobile | Go to to redeem your offer _________________________________ In this hilarious and unfiltered episode of Teachers Off Duty, the LADIES dive deep into how teachers are portrayed on TV—and how far from reality those depictions really are. From Miss Frizzle and Mr. Feeny to Abbott Elementary and Breaking Bad, no character is off limits. We’re talking unrealistic outfits, mysterious teacher lounges, magical classroom behavior, and how no one ever seems to be grading papers or making copies. Plus, the crew shares their favorite (and least favorite) fictional teachers, reveals what it’s really like behind the scenes in schools across the country, and compares their everyday chaos to what Hollywood thinks education looks like. Spoiler alert: there are no vampires in our classrooms (yet). If you've ever yelled “Where are the teachers?!” during your favorite teen drama, this episode is for you. Grab your purple pens and join us as we spill the truth—teacher style. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @RreadAwayWithMissK Lauren Hoof @misshoofteaches Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/36899730

Teaching Kindergarten vs. Middle School: The Showdown You Didn’t Ask For 06/01/2025

Teaching Kindergarten vs. Middle School: The Showdown You Didn’t Ask For Boogers or BO? Welcome to the teaching hunger games. Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Mint Mobile | Go to to redeem your offer Stitch Fix | Go to and get shopping done right _________________________________ In this hilarious and heartfelt episode of Teachers Off Duty, hosts Bri, Anna and Lauren dive deep into the chaos, comedy, and classroom realities of teaching at opposite ends of the age spectrum — kindergarten and middle school. From soggy French fries in backpacks to drama-fueled middle school breakups, this episode offers an unfiltered look at the wild things kids say and do, no matter their age. The teachers compare notes on everything from hygiene horror stories and awkward parent-teacher conferences to fire drills gone wrong and the stress of standardized testing (including a literal chicken nugget fire that set off alarms during state exams). They also explore the stark contrast between innocent kindergartners who still believe their teachers sleep at school and hormonal middle schoolers who vape, gossip, and push every boundary. Despite the differences, one truth rings loud and clear: kids of all ages are unpredictable, hilarious, and in desperate need of patient, passionate educators. Bonus laughs come with discussions about students’ strange behavior, TMI stories, and the shared trauma of teacher duty—especially during car rider lines and state testing. They wrap with a hilarious game idea: Was it Kindergarten or Middle School? (Spoiler: it could be both.) Teachers, parents, and anyone who needs a good laugh about the reality of the classroom. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Lauren Hoof @misshoofteaches Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/36799725

The Final Countdown: Surviving the Last Weeks of School 05/25/2025

The Final Countdown: Surviving the Last Weeks of School 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! 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to to get 10% off today Brooklyn Bedding | Go to to get 30% off today using CODE: TOD Warby Parker | Go to and get FREE shipping and a 30 day return _________________________________ 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! Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Bri Richardson @honestteachervibes Anna Kowal @readawaywithmissk Lauren Hoof @misshoofteaches Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/36695885

No Phones, No Peace! Should We Ban Them? 05/18/2025

No Phones, No Peace! Should We Ban Them? 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! 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: LaPure Cosmetics | Go To 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 /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/36589450

Awkward Things Kids Have Brought to School 05/11/2025

Awkward Things Kids Have Brought to School 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! 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: Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Naked Wines | Go to and get six bottles of wine for $39.99 using CODE: TOD Stitch Fix | Go to and get shopping done right _________________________________ 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. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: @TeachersOffDutyPodcast Leslie Rob @LeslieRobComedy Jess Smith @TeacherTalesOfMissSmith Brian Moote @MooteComedy _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/36518780

Humor in The Classroom: Real Stories and Hilarious Teacher Fails 05/04/2025

Humor in The Classroom: Real Stories and Hilarious Teacher Fails 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! 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: Check out our MERCH! Subscribe to our newsletter: Send us a voice message: Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: Apple: _________________________________ 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: Get ready for a hilarious time! _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to to get 10% off today LaPure Cosmetics | Go To to get 40% OFF your First Order Mint Mobile | Go to to redeem your offer _________________________________ Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast Get Teachers Off Duty Premium to access EXCLUSIVE content at: Check out our MERCH! _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast /episode/index/show/083c7a81-4954-4aed-95c2-d22b4b6e8139/id/36420825

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