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!
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Teachers Share the Wildest Student Fight Stories Ever
02/01/2026
Teachers Share the Wildest Student Fight Stories Ever
Preschool gang called the “Knee-High Killers” tried to jump a kid in at recess… and the teacher had to call every parent. Did you 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: 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: Prolon | Go to ad get 15% OFF your 5-Day nutrition Program TODAY! Marley Spoon | Go to for up to 25 FREE MEALS UPSIDE | Go to use CODE: TOD _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty is WILD today! Bri, Jessica and Albraden for a conversation that starts off chaotic (ADHD meds, teacher roasts, and tour life) and somehow gets even more unhinged in the best way. Then the crew dives into the topic every educator has witnessed, feared, or had to respond to at least once: student fights. From the eerie quiet right before it pops off, to the hallway “school of fish” swarm that tells you something is about to go down, to why breaking up fights is a lose-lose situation for teachers who have zero training but all the liability. They share stories from middle school to high school, the difference between “windmill fighting” and real damage, and the wild reality of parents asking, “Did my kid win?” And just when you think it can’t get more ridiculous, Albraden tells the story of a preschool “gang” (yes, really) called the Knee-High Killers and the moment he realized they were trying to jump a kid in at recess. The episode wraps with a real conversation about emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and how phones, texts, and social media have changed the way students handle tension (and how teachers are left managing the fallout). Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Jessica Hawk @MyTeacherFace Albraden Hills @atxhills Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast To advertise on the show, contact or visit _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Student Drama That Lives Rent-Free in Our Heads
01/25/2026
Student Drama That Lives Rent-Free in Our Heads
The group chat had 103 kids in it… and that’s when we knew the drama was going to be unforgettable! Did you 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: 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: Boxie Cat | Go to and get 30% OFF using code:TOD Wayfair | Go to shop all things home today. Marley Spoon | Go to for 45% OFF your first order and FREE delivery _________________________________ In this episode of Teachers Off Duty, we’re talking about the kind of student drama that lives rent free in your head forever. From middle school Snapchat chaos and group chat beef, to preschool “dramatic play” turning into full-on soap operas, we’re sharing the wildest moments we’ve seen as teachers and why kids stay doing the absolute most. We also get real about how social media fuels drama, why emotional intelligence matters more than ever, and the stories that make you laugh because if you don’t laugh, you might cry. Plus, we’re swapping teacher survival strategies for handling conflict, parent involvement, grade complaints, and the nonstop “why is this happening” moments that only educators understand. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Jessica Hawk @MyTeacherFace Albraden Hills @atxhills Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast To advertise on the show, contact or visit _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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The Wild "Extra Duties" Teachers Are Asked to Do
01/18/2026
The Wild "Extra Duties" Teachers Are Asked to Do
Teachers aren’t just educators… we’re doing every job no one else wants. Did you 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: 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 Marley Spoon | GET 45% OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER GO TO: IQ Bar | TEXT TOD to 64000 and GET 20% OFF ALL PRODUCTS TODAY! _________________________________ This week Bri, Shelby, and Leslie Rob dive into the hilarious chaos of teacher duties that no one outside the classroom ever believes are real. From bathroom duty, hallway duty, and bus duty to tracking who vaped, who signed in, and whose parents forgot pick-up again, the crew unpacks all the wild responsibilities teachers are handed with zero warning. And of course, they sprinkle in the comedy, the storytelling, and the unfiltered truth that keeps this community feeling seen and understood. The trio also dives deep into the comedy tour life — the cities they keep mispronouncing, the teacher homies who pregame a little too hard, the earring mishap mid-set, and how performing on stage has pushed them outside their comfort zones. They talk about confidence, introverted moments, the intensity of outdoor shows, and the supportive admins who make both teaching and touring possible. The conversation moves from chaotic classrooms to chaotic comedy clubs, reminding everyone why teacher humor is unmatched. Along the way, they break down the impossible tasks teachers are asked to do, from disciplining kids during planning periods to handling medical issues, potty accidents, curriculum changes, and parent phone calls long after contract hours end. Whether you teach kindergarten or high school, ride a bus or run a classroom, this episode will have you laughing, nodding, and saying, “No other job expects this from us.” Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Leslie Robinson @leslierobcomedy Shelby Lattimore @teachingwithmissl Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast To advertise on the show, contact or visit _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Unhinged Classroom Management Tactics Teachers Swear By
01/11/2026
Unhinged Classroom Management Tactics Teachers Swear By
If your classroom feels unmanageable this year… these strategies will save your sanity. Our brand new tour "Is it Friday Yet" is here! All dates in 2026 are available NOW! Don't miss out on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you! Tickets are 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: Mint Mobile | Go to to redeem your offer to get 50% any UNLIMITED Plan _________________________________ Classroom management feels different this year, and the Bored Teachers crew is saying it out loud. In this episode, Leslie, Bri, and Miss L break down the strategies that actually work when your students are loud, chaotic, unpredictable, and endlessly loveable. From resetting expectations to building routines that stick, they share real examples from their own classrooms — including PTO systems, class economies, workplace models, and the small changes that make a big difference. The conversation gets honest about the challenges teachers are facing right now: inconsistency, shifting behaviors, emotional exhaustion, and how hard it is to teach when your tried-and-true methods suddenly stop working. They unpack what it means to remove emotion, stay consistent, and set clear boundaries, all while laugh-crying through stories about messy desks, hallway chaos, and one truly iconic water-spill wardrobe change. Whether you teach kindergarten or high school, this episode gives you practical tools, new ideas, and the reassurance that you are not the only one feeling the shift this year. Drop your best classroom management strategies in the comments. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Leslie Robinson @leslierobcomedy Shelby Lattimore @teachingwithmissl Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast
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Teachers Share Their Most Unhinged Classroom Interruptions
01/04/2026
Teachers Share Their Most Unhinged Classroom Interruptions
This episode proves one thing… teachers don’t teach lessons — we survive interruptions! New Year! New You! 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 this NEW YEAR! 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: Prolon L-Nutra | Go to to get 15% OFF TODAY Betterhelp | Go to to get 10% off today UPSIDE | Go to use CODE: TOD _________________________________ Classroom interruptions come in all shapes and sizes, and this week’s episode of Bored Teachers Podcast proves it. Bri, Shelby and Leslie are back together swapping the most chaotic, hilarious, and downright unbelievable interruptions they’ve survived — from kids barging in mid-lesson, teachers accidentally derailing their own classes, and students showing up with Cheesecake Factory bags and Ulta hauls like it's nothing. The crew also dives into deeper moments: vape culture, lockdown drill realities, and the wild world of high school chaos where showing up late with Chipotle is the least of anyone’s worries. With honest stories, unfiltered laughs, and real talk about what teaching looks like in 2025, this episode is equal parts comedy and catharsis. Drop your craziest classroom interruption in the comments so we can scream-laugh together. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Leslie Robinson @leslierobcomedy Shelby Lattimore @teachingwithmissl Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast To advertise on the show, contact or visit
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You Won't Believe What These Students Said!
12/28/2025
You Won't Believe What These Students Said!
The students opened their mouths and the teachers' brains flatlined. NEW YEAR NEW TOUR coming your way! "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 this NEW YEAR! Tickets going fast: We’re giving away over $3350 in gift cards EVERY SINGLE DAY all month long!! That's right, 31 Days of Amazing Gift Card Giveaways to celebrate YOU this holiday season! 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: Acorns Early | Register today at and get your first month FREE _________________________________ Students really do say the wildest things. In this episode of Teachers Off Duty, Bri, Leslie and Shelby swap the most unhinged, hilarious, and brutally honest things their students have ever said that made them stop and think, "Did that really just come out of your mouth?" From elementary oversharing and third grade math confusion to middle and high school sass, the crew breaks down how kids talk at different ages, why common sense is not always common, and how gentle parenting, learned helplessness, and a lack of life skills show up in the classroom. They also dive into state testing pressure, reality baby projects, and the emotional whiplash of being the adult in the room while trying not to laugh. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Leslie Rob @LeslieRobComedy Shelby Lattimore @teaching_with_ms.l Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast To advertise on the show, contact or visit
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Why So Many Teachers Are Burned Out Right Now
12/21/2025
Why So Many Teachers Are Burned Out Right Now
Teaching didn’t burn us out - everything around it did. NEW YEAR NEW TOUR coming your way! "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 this NEW YEAR! Tickets going fast: PLUS book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: We’re giving away over $3350 in gift cards EVERY SINGLE DAY all month long!! That's right, 31 Days of Amazing Gift Card Giveaways to celebrate YOU this holiday season! 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 and register for your FREE membership, and get your signing bonus. _________________________________ This week Bri, Anna, and Jessica dive into one of the hardest parts of the profession, TEACHER BURNOUT. From the nonstop chaos of the school day to the whirlwind of the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour, they unpack what burnout really feels like when you’re teaching all day and still carrying the job home in your head and heart. They share personal stories about student behavior, wild sub situations, safety scares, grading marathons, and the invisible mental load teachers carry while trying to stay “on” for their kids. The conversation highlights how teachers are expected to be entertainers, counselors, and classroom managers while running on empty and still worrying about their students’ lives outside of school. The crew also reflects on school safety, teacher pay, and the emotional toll of always being on high alert, especially in a world where teachers are too often dismissed when they speak up. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, exhausted, or unseen as an educator, this episode will make you feel understood, remind you you’re not alone, and give you a chance to laugh through the chaos with people who truly get it. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Jessica Hawk @MyTeacherFace Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast To advertise on the show, contact or visit
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Teachers React to the Wildest Parent Stories
12/14/2025
Teachers React to the Wildest Parent Stories
Did you think the kids were wild…wait until you meet their parents. Our brand new "Is it Friday Yet" Comedy Tour is now on sale for 2026! Don't forget we are finishing off the year on TOUR..Tickets going fast: PLUS book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: We’re giving away over $3350 in gift cards EVERY SINGLE DAY all month long!! That's right, 31 Days of Amazing Gift Card Giveaways to celebrate YOU this holiday season! 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 to register for your FREE membership and get your signing bonus. _________________________________ This week Bri, Anna and Jessica dive into the hilarious chaos of teaching and parenting in 2025. From mispronouncing cities on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour to matching outfits and Friday-energy tangents, the episode kicks off with pure unfiltered teacher humor. They unpack everything from confusing new math that makes everyone feel lost to latchkey-kid culture, kindergarten chaos, parent–teacher conference awkwardness, and why teacher kids are held to a whole different standard. Between cartwheeling classroom entrances, glue-covered desks, and parents who treat school like customer service, the trio keeps it honest and relatable. The conversation also hits on homework expectations, attention spans, and how teachers are now expected to be part educator, part entertainer, and part therapist. Grab your tickets to the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour and drop your funniest or wildest parent moments in the comments—we absolutely want the tea. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Jessica Hawk @MyTeacherFace Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast To advertise on the show, contact or visit
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The CRAZIEST Teacher Drama We’ve Ever Seen
12/07/2025
The CRAZIEST Teacher Drama We’ve Ever Seen
Kids are wild, but this teacher story left all of us speechless. Our brand new "Is it Friday Yet" Comedy Tour is now on sale for 2026! Don't forget we are finishing off the year on TOUR..Tickets going fast: PLUS book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: We’re giving away over $3350 in gift cards EVERY SINGLE DAY all month long!! That's right, 31 Days of Amazing Gift Card Giveaways to celebrate YOU this holiday season! 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 Naked Wines | Go to and get six bottles of wine for $39.99 using CODE: TOD 1-800 Contacts | Order online at or download the free 1-800 Contacts app today. CashApp | Download CashApp at . Use our exclusive referral code SECURE10 in your profile, send $5 to a friend within 14 days, and you’ll get $10 dropped right into your account. ________________________________ Welcome back to another chaotic and hilarious episode of the Teachers Off Duty Podcast, where Bri, Anna, and Jessica dive into the wildest classroom stories and the kind of teacher tea you truly cannot make up. This week’s conversation goes completely off the rails in the best way possible, from students roasting each other’s pets to vape-pen busts in the bathroom to a teacher who literally copied Jessica's outfits, haircut, and even got a matching tattoo. The crew also talks about teachers who mysteriously stop showing up to work but still post beach selfies, kids staging full-on classroom strikes, Chromebooks being set on fire because of TikTok trends, and students falling backward in their desks just for entertainment. We also get into teacher pranks, undercover spirit weeks, coworker chaos, and all the behind-the-scenes moments that remind us why education is never boring. If you’re a teacher or just love teacher humor, this episode is pure gold from start to finish. Drop your own wild classroom or teacher stories in the comments because we want the tea, and don’t forget to follow the Board Teachers Comedy Tour to see if they’re coming to your city. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss the weekly teacher chaos. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Jessica Hawk @MyTeacherFace Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast To advertise on the show, contact or visit
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Teaching in the 90s vs Today: How the Times Have Changed!
11/30/2025
Teaching in the 90s vs Today: How the Times Have Changed!
Teaching then vs. teaching now — the glow-up, the chaos, and the comedy you won’t believe. Our brand new "Is it Friday Yet" Comedy Tour is now on sale for 2026! Don't forget we are finishing off the year on TOUR...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: Betterhelp | Go to to get 10% off today Rakuten | Go to today register for your FREE membership and get your siging bonus. _________________________________ This week on Teachers Off Duty, Bri, Anna, and our newest co-host Jessica dive into a hilarious, chaotic, and shockingly relatable conversation about Teaching THEN vs. Teaching NOW — and let’s just say… things have changed A LOT. From victory parades, doghouse punishments, and Catholic school trauma to scripted curriculum, red-pen drama, tech overload, middle school chaos, and why today’s grading systems make ZERO sense… this episode is nonstop stories, teacher truths, and belly laughs. Plus, we’re talking about everything from classroom management hacks and the power of productive struggle (instead of helicopter teaching) to how and when sarcasm actually works with kids, why admin support can completely make or break your school year, and how today’s grading systems have changed the game. We also get into tech overload in the classroom, what it’s really like teaching middle school chaos, the pressure on ELA teachers to be “perfect” spellers, and why kids today have zero fear of calling you by your first name. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Jessica Hawk @MyTeacherFace Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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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
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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
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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
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Teachers Confess: Times We’ve Cried at School
11/02/2025
Teachers Confess: Times We’ve Cried at School
From speeding tickets to classroom tears — we’re laughing through every teacher meltdown! BIG news! The Bored Teachers “Is It Friday Yet?” Comedy Tour is hitting the road again with all-new jokes! Be sure to grab your tickets now! There are limited shows left in 2025...Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you. Tickets going fast: We're coming back to Canada! Tickets are 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: Mint Mobile | Go to to redeem your offer _________________________________ This week, Bri, Anna, and Mr. Hills are getting real about all the times we’ve cried at school - the ones caused by spilled lunches, speeding tickets, chaotic parent-teacher conferences, and those days when the tears just… win. We’re diving into our funniest, most chaotic, and surprisingly heartwarming breakdowns because behind every teacher meltdown is a story every educator totally understands. 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Funniest Things Ever Heard in the Classroom
09/28/2025
Funniest Things Ever Heard in the Classroom
From savage preschoolers to wild high school drama, these student stories are straight-up comedy gold! Mark your Calendars! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: Our 2026 shows are being announced THIS WEEK! Pre-sale starts October 1st at 4:00 pm local and our TOD listeners get a special code LAUGH26 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 Clean My Mac X | Go to to get 20% your first order with CODE: DUTY20 and try for FREE your first 7 DAYS! _________________________________ The crew is BACK with hilarious classroom stories, wild student roasts, and the BIG announcement you’ve been waiting for: the 2026 Teachers Off Duty Comedy Tour is officially here! Leslie, Bri, and Mr. Hills share the funniest things they’ve ever heard in the classroom, from preschool savagery to high school drama. We’re talking kids calling out teachers, wild parent moments, teacher tea, fights in the hallway, and even those awkward sex-ed stories that make you question your career choices. Get ready to laugh, cringe, and nod your head in solidarity, because only teachers know the real chaos behind the classroom doors. Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Albraden Hills @atxhills Leslie Rob @LeslieRobComedy Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Teachers Expose the Most Ridiculous School Rules Ever
09/21/2025
Teachers Expose the Most Ridiculous School Rules Ever
You won’t believe the school rules teachers are actually forced to follow! 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: _________________________________ This week on Teachers Off Duty Podcast, Bri, Albraden, and Anna dive into the craziest school rules we’ve ever seen. From students walking two-by-two in silence, to strict cell phone bans, to schools that won’t even allow teachers to wear nail polish—nothing is off the table. We’re swapping wild stories, laughing through the madness, and shining a light on the ridiculous expectations placed on teachers and students. Plus, we talk about the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and across the U.S.—and why comedy and community are keeping us all sane in this profession. If you’re a teacher who’s ever thought, “Is this rule even real?” you’ll feel right at home with us. Grab your coffee (caffeinated or not, depending on your school rules), hit play, and join the conversation. 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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