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13 Feb 2022
S2 Ep7: Falling in Love in a Gas Station and Other Valentine's Day Drama
00:43:40
Tomorrow is Valentine's Day! Tune in to hear some funny stories from the classroom, lessons learned, and hear the full story of how Mrs. Woolley fell in love with her future husband in a gas station... Only on the Teachers Off Duty podcast!
With recent school shootings fresh on everyone's minds, we dive into the crucial topic of school safety and how we can take action. We discuss where the responsibility for preventing school shootings lies and suggest practical ideas for additional precautions schools can implement to keep students and staff safe. Tune in to this important conversation!
S2 Ep28: How Much School Has Changed Since We Were Students
00:34:22
Oh, how the times have changed! From the students to parents, to admin, to society, the classroom is a very different place from what it used to be when we were kids. Listen to what we think has changed the most!
S3 Ep15: What It's Like Being a Teacher During the Holiday Season
00:44:34
We are getting that warm, fuzzy feeling that only comes with wearing holiday-themed pajamas in a hot podcast studio! In this special holiday episode, we talk family and classroom holiday traditions, gifts from students, and the crazy amount of pressure teachers face this time of year.
To end the show, the hosts and their families take part in a white elephant gift exchange that will have you rolling on the floor laughing, asking yourself how Gabe’s present-giving privileges haven’t been revoked.
S2 Ep13: Funny Stories About Parent-Teacher Conferences!
00:33:42
It's storytime on the Teachers Off Duty Podcast! Today, we're talking about all the funniest, strangest, and most ridiculous meetings with our students' parents.
S2 Ep32: Our Craziest Stories From Our First Year as Teachers
00:36:11
Our friend, Lashay Greenwood (@lashatgreenwood) joins us for this super fun episode as we all (minus Lauran) share the craziest stories from our first year in the profession!
Unpacking School Rules: Are They For Students or Teachers?
00:54:51
You know, if the teacher is 15 minutes late we get to go home… Right?
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Certainly they weren’t talking about teachers when they were making the rules for school, right? Well, this week on Teachers Off Duty our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Bri Richardson, and Jess Smith have a chat about the rules that they don't have to follow at school.
As teachers, we are entitled to a couple privileges, and were not just talking about free coffee in the teacher's lounge. We're talking about the rules that just don't apply to us, such as being able to check our phones in class, or taking a bit of a long bathroom break. At the end of the day teaching does have its privileges, or should these double standards be actually enforced? Tune in as we share our thoughts!
While on paper it seems pretty cut and dry, we should all follow the same rules, teachers have quite a bit to deal with when it comes to the chaos of the classroom. Us teachers try to play it cool, but we all know that the overstimulation that can come with teaching can become extremely mentally taxing; so maybe teachers taking an extra ten minutes on their bathroom break is the least of our problems.
Jump right to it!
2:34 - Teacher Tardiness Tales
9:15 - Classroom Confessions
16:42 - After-Hours Teacher Antics
24:58 - Rule-Breaking Revelations
33:11 - Staff Meeting Secrets
39:47 - Debate: Classroom Chaos
So don’t listen to podcasts while in the classroom because we do think that's against the rules… But if you do, make sure it's this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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19 Jun 2022
S2 Ep25: Different Types of Parents All Teachers Meet
00:38:42
Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads out there! In light of the holiday, we're talking about the types of parents we've all crossed paths with, the good, the bad, and everything in between.
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It’s that time of year again—Valentine’s Day! And in the world of teachers, that means major school drama. From over-the-top teddy bears to secret admirer mix-ups and students playing matchmaker (for their teachers 👀), we’re unpacking all the Valentine’s chaos that goes down in schools.
In this hilarious episode, Leslie, Devin, and Jess share their own cringeworthy Valentine’s experiences, debate whether school flower deliveries are actually romantic (or just a flex), and reveal the ultimate last-minute (terrible) gift ideas.
And if you thought student Valentine’s drama was wild, wait until you hear about the teacher love scandals happening in the hallways. From students trying to set up their single teachers to accidental workplace flirtations, we’re spilling all the tea.
Plus, Devin finally reveals his tragic history of Valentine’s gifts (spoiler: it involves a Guns N’ Roses CD and lifelong regret).
Plus, Devin might just have a revolutionary (or super cheap) approach to celebrating Valentine’s Day. 🤣 So grab some chocolates (or a clearance sale box the day after), and get ready to laugh with us on Teachers Off Duty!
Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe!
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S3 Ep16: Hilariously Practical Teacher New Year Resolutions
00:40:23
Are you tired of the same old, boring New Year Resolutions? Look no further, because we are here to spice up your teacher resolution game.
Join Lauran, Tell, and Gabe, as they discuss the most meaningful and ridiculous resolutions teachers have made (and hopefully kept). From promising to only work contract hours to vowing to never use the word "syllabus" again, no resolution is too out there.
So grab a cup of coffee and get ready to laugh (or facepalm) with the Teachers Off Duty crew as they tackle the Teacher New Year Resolutions.
S2 Ep33: The Weirdest Things That Teachers Do in the Classroom
00:31:11
Whether it was the teachers we had growing up, stories sent into us about other teachers, or us... listen in as we share all the stories about weird stuff teachers have done!
S3 Ep19: Education Buzzwords That Drive Teachers Crazy
00:45:10
You are in for a treat as we're joined by special guest, Ms. M of @ms.m_closet, to tackle the world of buzzwords for teachers. From the latest teaching acronyms like STEM, PBIS, and RTI to the special terms that only teachers understand, like "differentiation" and "formative assessment", we're diving into the lingo that can make teaching feel like learning a new language. We also have some fun sharing our own hilarious experiences with buzzwords and ways we've tried to incorporate or exile them in our classrooms.
To close out the show, we play a quick game of "Name the Acronym!" that will have you rolling with laughter!
Find out how a Teacher's Quick Comeback Made a Student Rethink Everything!
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Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Leslie Rob, and Tyler Jackowski share their funniest classroom moments!
We kick off this week's episode with some of the weirdest situations our hosts have found themselves in. For example our teachers have been put in a lot of positions that are quite ridiculous, like for example Tyler was put in charge of teaching a subject he had no clue about. Tune in to find out what he was forced to teach!
Have you ever tried to look really cool for your students? We feel like most first year teachers struggle with finding that line with their students, and we're here to share our funniest stories of us trying to be cool with these kids. We also share what happens when students get a bit too comfortable and start to roast us; and might we add, these kids are starting to get pretty clever with some of their insults.
Speaking of students starting to develop colorful language, we reminisce on some of the most amusing things we've heard and seen in the classroom. Whether it be probably the best (and inappropriate) shirt that Spencer's sells, or hilarious backhanded compliments, we’ve experienced it all, and we're sharing it all with you this week!
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Jump right to it!
2:46 - First-Year Teaching Struggles
11:01 - The Reality of Student Teaching
19:31 - Students say the darndest things
34:01 - Navigating Gen Z and Alpha Slang
So get ready to laugh and giggle because we can all relate to these situations on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
06 Feb 2022
S2 Ep6: The Truth of Pandemic Teaching Most Non-Teachers Don't Understand
00:46:28
The uncertainty, the unreasonable expectations, the increased workload for no extra pay, the lack of support, the number of absentees, and the overflow of ignorance from parents and admin, we did not sign up for this.
Upon popular demand, we've dedicated this entire episode to telling stories from the classroom and beyond. Listen to our most ridiculous student stories and let us know what your craziest story is for a chance to be featured in a future episode!
S2 Ep31: Revealing the Secrets of School Leaders: Picking the Brain of an Admin
00:42:42
In our final episode with Assistant Principal Barry White Jr., we take the opportunity to ask all the questions teachers want to hear responses to from the perspective of admin, and to spark the dialogue necessary to bridge the gaps between teachers and school leaders.
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Our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Bri Richardson, and Jess Smith celebrate Halloween on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty by diving into the world of ghost stories, haunted schools, and eerie encounters in the classroom.
Do you believe in the paranormal? Because we do, and we share our strategy on how we would react to some of the most spine-tingling spectral situations you could imagine. It's all in good fun... unless you’re afraid of ghosts!
Kids have the craziest imaginations, and as teachers we get to hear all the terrifying tales that they end up coming up with. Apparently anything can be haunted these days, we recently heard a story about a possessed pottery wheel named Patrick? We don't know what our students think is so scary about a pottery wheel, but it's definitely an entertaining idea.
Jump right to it!
9:39 - The Harry Potter Debate
16:55 - Do You Believe in Ghosts?
24:36 - Ouija Board in Class?
28:06 - Spooky Stories & Haunted Schools
38:19 - The Swing Set Ghost
So get prepared to sleep with your lights on, because we're getting pretty spooky on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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In this episode, we're joined by our friend and co-comedian on the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour, Devin Siebold, to talk about all the things we have loved in or about our classroom, and some things we absolutely HATED!
We're joined this episode by our good friend Vinny Thomas—who you probably know as @MrThomasEnglish from TikTok, IG, or YouTube—to tell the stories of our experiences with substitute teachers, whom the teaching profession now refers to as a mythical species.
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For students, a break from the classroom is a dream come true, however for us teachers, it could be truly chaotic. Strap in because our hosts Tyler Jackowski, Anna Kowal, and Gabe Dannenbring are going to be sharing their craziest field trip horror stories.
From zoo field trips that seem to be a staple in every school's itinerary, to historical museum trips that turned out to be surprisingly engaging, these teachers have seen it all. You'll crack up at Anna's crazy zoo story that will have you questioning if you ever want to go on a field trip again.
Of course, let's not forget about the unpredictable element of parent volunteers. You wouldn't believe how quickly these parent’s attitude changed towards Gabe on their yearly bowling trip.
Hopefully you got those permission slips signed, because you're going to need them on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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11 Sep 2022
S2 Ep37: Cringy Classroom Pets & Funny Teacher's Pet Stories
00:39:33
In this last episode of season 2, we have a fun discussion about teachers' pets and interesting classroom pets. Which host do you think was the teacher's pet as a student?
Teachers Spill the Tea on Classroom Controversies and Hot Takes
00:57:40
Listen up and hear educators unapologetically dish out the hottest takes on the classroom chaos, viral trends, and everything they wish they could say in the faculty lounge.
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Get ready for a fiery episode of Teachers Off Duty! This week, Leslie, Jess, and Principal Lamb are bringing the heat with some of the spiciest hot takes in education. From the great debate on lesson plans and Chromebooks to whether schools should differentiate for teachers like they do for students, no topic is off-limits.
Plus, we’re talking TikTok virality, relationships with students, and why “some kids are just jerks” might not be as simple as it sounds. But it’s not just laughs and classroom stories—this episode also takes a thoughtful turn, exploring the emotional toll of teaching and the importance of prioritizing self-care. The hosts open up about how they’ve navigated burnout, set boundaries, and found joy even in the most challenging seasons.
With practical advice, heartfelt reflections, and a good dose of comedic relief, this episode is a reminder that teachers aren’t just shaping the next generation—they’re superheroes who deserve to feel empowered and supported in their own journeys.
Whether you're a teacher or someone who loves one, this conversation will leave you inspired and smiling. You’ll laugh, nod along, and maybe even rethink a thing or two about how schools run.
Oh, and don’t miss the Board Teachers Comedy Tour update – it’s officially a world tour! This episode is packed with relatable stories, hilarious insights, and a ton of heart.
Tune in, share the laughs, and keep the conversation going.
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Listen now and let us know your favorite hot take! 🎙🔥
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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!! Get ready for some flashbacks, our hosts KC Mack, Bri Richardson also known as HonestTeacherVibes, and The Angry Gym Teacher himself, Tom Filline are sharing some of the cringiest (and hilarious) first year teacher stories!!
From 'phantom children' in overcrowded classrooms to the Great Glitter Explosion of fourth period, you’re not ready for these rookie teacher stories. KC admits to a mix-up that left his students brilliantly sparkling for days, Bri shares the "mystery of the mouse in the cereal box" that turned her science lesson upside down, and Tom explains how he navigated the scare of losing—and finding—a student during his first stint in the classroom.
It's no secret that teaching is a tough job, but what happens when teachers start bullying each other? Despite the hard days, teaching is a gift that shapes future generations. KC shares his innerbattle experience of not being able to flunk a student, no matter how hard he tried.
JUMP RIGHT TO IT!
2:15 - Rookie Teaching Myths
7:40 - "Phantom Children" Classroom Story
13:25 - Great Glitter Explosion Aftermath
21:10 - Hide and Go Seek the Lost Student
35:30 - Keeping High Spirits in Low Times
43:00 - Insane Rookie Mistakes
Teaching is a tough job, but someone's got to do it. Grab your safety coffee mug, turn the volume up, and tune in to this week’s episode of Teacher’s Off Duty!
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16 Jun 2024
Right or Wrong? The Teacher Edition!
00:58:54
Teaching really isn’t what it used to be…
Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Bri Richardson, Gabe Dannenbring, and Jess Smith break down some of the morally gray areas of teaching.
Here’s a hot take, homework is overrated. We had an intense debate over whether or not homework is even necessary in schools. Should students bring their studies home, or should teachers give them time for after school activities?
Between grading, lesson plans, and babysitting, teachers have a lot on their plate, so it could be hard to find friends. But sometimes during parent/teacher conferences you find out that some of your favorite students are cool because they have cool parents. Is it alright to hang out with students' parents after school, or do you think it could lead to unneeded classroom drama?
Social media is at the forefront of most of our lives, but what happens when your personal life interacts with your work life? This happens all the time with admin monitoring teachers social media accounts. Is it fair for teachers to be judged at work for bar photos on instagram, or should we just let them have a personal life?
Jump right to it!
03:15 Social Media Etiquette for Teachers
08:30 Student-Teacher Friendship Boundaries
14:20 Handling Emotional Breakups
20:50 The Debate Over Student Hugs
27:25 The Disappearing Teacher Act
33:40 Faculty Potluck Shenanigans
So tune in and let us be your moral compass on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
09 Oct 2022
S3 Ep4: Sunday Scaries Are Real: What Teachers Do to Fight Them Off
00:37:03
Special guest, Greg Kata from @gregisms, joins us this week to talk about "Sunday Scaries", that moment on Sundays when you start to stress about the new school week ahead. We talk about how we tackle them and share what other teachers do to try and combat them too.
Get ready to laugh until you cry because this episode of Teachers Off Duty is packed with the wildest, funniest, and most outrageous things students have ever said! Tyler, Brandon, and Bri sit down to swap stories from the classroom that will leave you speechless.
From debates over whether it’s called a shopping cart or a carriage to middle schoolers plotting ways to avoid property taxes, this episode is a rollercoaster of student logic, hilarious misunderstandings, and brutally honest kid commentary. Plus, Tyler confesses to losing *yet another* bet—this time resulting in full JoJo Siwa makeup!
And if that’s not enough, we dive into the real struggles of being a teacher, from managing creative classroom chaos to figuring out how to keep kids engaged (hint: it involves bribing them with munchkins and movie days). Oh, and did we mention Shakespeare got a fresh taper fade in one student’s doodles?
Tune in, grab your favorite teacher beverage, and prepare to be entertained—because when teachers are off duty, the real fun begins!
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Tune in for the madness, grab a normal snack, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and share!
Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe!
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Ever wonder what happens when teachers go off duty and take on their students' strangest snack combinations? In this chaotic (and stomach-turning) episode of Teachers Off Duty Podcast, Bri, Tyler, and Brandon dive headfirst into some of the most bizarre food pairings ever consumed in a classroom—goldfish and grape jelly, ketchup and yogurt, and even Vienna sausages that should’ve stayed in the can.
Between uncontrollable laughter, questionable life choices, and Tyler nearly tapping out, this episode is a full-on rollercoaster of tastebud terror. Will they survive? Will they regret everything? And most importantly—would YOU try these snacks?
But it’s not just about the snacks—this episode is packed with hilarious teacher moments, unfiltered reactions, and a deep dive into the wild world of student lunchroom experiments. From debates over mystery meats to discovering which food crimes are almost tolerable, the crew leaves no stone unturned (or snack untasted). Plus, stick around for some laugh-out-loud classroom stories, unexpected confessions, and the ultimate question—should some of these combos actually be on a menu?
Tune in for the madness, grab a normal snack, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and share!
Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe!
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S3 Ep11: Teachers Call Out the Worst and Most Entitled Parents
00:39:27
In this episode, we're joined by special and hilarious guest @Eddiebcomedy ! We share the most uncomfortable parent-teacher conferences we've ever had... From parents not believing actual camera footage of their child assaulting another kid, to the helicopter parent asking their child's teacher to text her every time her precious angel poops at school. To end the show, we try the weirdest and grossest snacks students LITERALLY eat at 8:00am every day. This may or may not go well...
Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Bri Richardson, Devin Seibold, and Jess Smith discuss schools newest subject, teacher math!
Now if you don’t know what girl math is, don't worry, we didn't know either, but essentially it's just doing mental gymnastics to justify large purchases. Like yea, buying a new purse for 300 bucks sounds rough, but when you're returning a clutch worth 250, you're essentially only paying 50 bucks right?
And a little bit of girl math can be good for everyone, sometimes financial decisions are hard, and a little bit of romanticizing your purchases is comforting right? And that is especially true for buying school supplies.
So how does this pertain to teachers? Well we've come up with a new phenomenon, teacher math. For example, how is it that even though I've only been a teacher for six years, it feels like I've been teaching for fifty five years?
Jump right to it!
4:30 - "Teacher Math" Defined
7:50 - First Math Mishap
12:45 - Calculating Confessions
17:20 - Devin's Decimal Disaster
23:35 - Hilarious Math Anecdotes
28:40 - Outtakes & Bloopers
So grab your calculator, because the math isn't mathing on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
18 Sep 2022
S3 Ep1: What Did They Say? Funniest Things Students Have Said in the Classroom
00:37:59
Season 3, let's gooooo! In this episode, we discuss some of the funniest things students have said in our classrooms with special guest and internet star, Sofia Bella (@iamsofiabella)!
S3 Ep17: The Struggles of Finding Subs & Making Sub Plans
00:47:18
What's more difficult, preparing for needing a substitute teacher or actually being a substitute teacher? From the chaos of trying to figure out a classroom's routine to the "unique" personalities of each class, substitute teaching can be a wild ride.
So whether you're a seasoned sub, just starting out in the world of substitute teaching, or you're franticly trying to figure out how to take a day off from school, join us for a good laugh and some crazy sub stories.
This week, we share our funniest, cringeworthy, and most heartwarming stories from Valentine's Day in the classroom and beyond. From the student who delivered a locker full of flowers to the wrong locker to a parent's unwanted romantic gesture, these tales of love, laughter, and the more-than-occasional awkward moment in the classroom will have you laughing, groaning, and maybe even shedding a tear or two.
Don't miss the bonus ending when the hosts reveal their deepest, darkest teacher love-life secrets.
S2 Ep8: Pandemic Learning: What It's Been Like For the Students
00:51:13
In contrast to our typical episodes of teacher stories and classroom experiences, today we listen to the students and talk about what they're going through during these times. None of us have been students during a global pandemic and we recognize the need to give our students grace and try to understand what they're going through too.
S3 Ep21: Black Educator Takeover: Let’s Discuss Race, Equality, and Equity in the Classroom
00:51:08
Get ready for a special episode of Teachers Off Duty as we hand over our platform and pass the mic to three black educators, advocates, and leaders to talk about teaching while black and issues black teachers face in the classroom. Taking over as hosts, Deonna Smith, Alfred 'Shivy' Brooks, and Ms. M have a very important and very necessary conversation to kick off the first weekend of Black History Month!
With a mix of humor, heart, and advocacy, this dynamic trio of educators shares their experiences as black educators, as well as some hilarious tales from their time in the classroom.
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It's about that time of the year, and we're getting pretty spooky on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty. Our hosts Bri Richardson, Gabe Dannenbring, and Anna Kowal have been through a countless amount of Halloween shenanigans in their times as teachers, so this week they're going to be sharing their most hilariously spooky classroom stories.
When people dress up for halloween, they normally want to be a marvel character, a police officer, or something along those lines, however our hosts had a few different ideas. We'll never forget how one year Gabe decided to go as the green M&M, and let's just say it didn't go over well.
As adults we are not exactly that scared of Freddy Kruger or Jason Voorhees, however there are plenty of things that terrify us in our daily lives. From being asked to stay after school to someone absolutely destroying the teacher bathroom, the life of an educator can truly be petrifying, and our hosts are sharing their funniest stories this week.
Jump right to it!
2:15 - Middle School Halloween Tales
7:30 - Unwanted Classroom Visitors
13:20 - Educational Equity vs. Fire Alarms
19:45 - Copy Machine Nightmares
25:30 - Teaching "The Miracle of Life"
32:10 - Staff Bathroom Mysteries
So grab your pumpkin spice latte and enjoy this spooky episode of Teachers Off Duty, and happy Halloween Teachers!
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In this heartfelt episode of Teachers Off Duty, Leslie, Jonathan, and Jess peel back the layers on the unspoken struggles our students face daily. From navigating personal trauma to balancing adult responsibilities as teenagers, the hosts share powerful stories that highlight the resilience of students and the importance of empathy in education.
Discover how simple gestures—like listening intently or sharing a connection over a favorite TV show—can transform relationships with students and make the classroom a safe haven. The hosts also dive into balancing compassion with professional boundaries and emphasize that teachers can't carry it all but can still make an impact.
Expect laughs, tears, and honest conversations as they explore topics like student homelessness, navigating grief, undocumented students' challenges, and the ever-present pressure of social media. Whether you're a teacher or just someone who cares about the next generation, this episode is a reminder of the power of kindness and being present.
Takeaways:
Empathy and connection can make all the difference.
The importance of meeting students where they are, not just academically but emotionally.
Why understanding students' silent struggles matters for creating a supportive learning environment.
Tune in, reflect, and don’t forget—give yourself grace, teachers. You’re doing amazing work! 💛
Listen now and find out how you can help create a classroom where students feel seen, heard, and valued.
US Comedy Tour: We're bringing the laughs to the US in February, hitting:
JANUARY 16TH - OCEAN CITY,MD JANUARY 17TH - VIRGINIA BEACH, VA JANUARY 18TH - DURHAM, NC JANUARY 19TH - CHARLESTONE, SC JANUARY 23RD - MONTEREY, CA
JANUARY 24TH - DAVIS, CA JANUARY 25TH - STOCKTON, CA JANUARY 26TH - REDDING, CA JANUARY 30TH - CHARLESTONE, SC JANUARY 31ST - CHESTERFIELD, MO FEBRUARY 1ST - EFFINGHAM, IL
UK Comedy Tour: We're bringing the laughs to the UK in February, hitting:
-London: February 7th
-Glasgow: February 9th
-Birmingham: February 11th
-Manchester: February 12th
Get ready for a hilarious time!
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07 Jul 2024
These Observations are Getting Out of Hand!
00:58:09
Did admin really just call me trash?!
Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Bri Richardson, Devin Seibold, and Jess Smith share some of the worst observations they've ever had!
Wouldn’t you think it would be fun to invite admin in for a little fun game with students? Well we’ve tried that and when the kids got a bit too competitive things quickly spiraled out of control.
This week we shared some real horror stories from our classroom observations. From literal fires, accidental scissor stabbing, nervous vomiting, we've seen it all. In hindsight it's all pretty funny, and we can laugh about it now, but at the moment we’ve all had a bad observation, so laugh along with us and don’t make the same mistakes we have.
Speaking of terrible observations, one teacher, when they asked for feedback, only got told that their lesson plan was just “trash”. We think we need to teach admin about the compliment sandwich, because we can’t help but notice that feedback is less than helpful.
Jump right to it!
2:45 Tales of Classroom Brawls
7:30 Tech Fails Galore
13:10 Unexpected Observations Insights
19:50 Teacher Blunder Confessions
26:25 Observations: What Not To Do
32:40 Funniest Observation Anecdotes
So leave your feelings at home, because this feedback from admin is pretty harsh on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
15 Sep 2024
Teachers Taking a Stand: Saying No & Setting Boundaries
00:54:41
Can saying 'no' actually make you a better teacher?
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From saying "no" to overwork and underappreciated responsibilities, to discussing the harsh financial realities teachers face, our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Leslie Rob, and Tyler Jackowski are FED UP.
From dodging lunch duty like a ninja to telling yourself it’s OKAY to take a mental health day, our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Leslie Rob, and Tyler Jackowski are FED UP with the everyday struggles of balancing work, life, and sanity.
Leslie, Gabe, and Tyler share their funniest stories about first-year teaching nightmares, side hustles (yes, some of us have to work with our students... as bosses), and the art of avoiding unnecessary extra duties. Plus, we stir some drama on why coaching might not be as glamorous as it sounds and how learning to say “no” can actually make you a better teacher.
Listen up as we break down the myth of summers off, why teachers should vent (but wisely!), and the best ways to embrace your teacher tribe. And don’t worry—we’ve got plenty of laughs to get you through those tough days.
Tune in or we’ll assign you extra recess duty!
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13 Mar 2022
S2 Ep11: What Teachers Really Do Over Spring Break!
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In this episode, we talk about what students think teachers do versus what teachers actually do over spring break!
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Ever feel like your brain’s running a dozen tabs at once… and none of them are loading? Same. In this week’s episode, Bri, Anna, and Tyler get real (and really funny) about what it’s like living and teaching with ADHD. From forgetting why you walked into a room to overanalyzing your own hyper energy, the crew shares the chaos, challenges, and unexpected superpowers that come with the diagnosis.
They open up about when they were first diagnosed, how it changed the way they see themselves as teachers, and the ways ADHD and anxiety can intertwine in and out of the classroom. It's honest, it's hilarious, and it's full of wait, that’s me too! moments.
Plus, you'll hear how their ADHD actually makes them better teachers—keeping lessons engaging, connecting with students who learn differently, and creating classrooms where everyone feels seen. From funny classroom stories to real struggles with burnout and focus, this episode is equal parts chaos and comfort.
Whether you're a fellow space cadet or just love listening to teachers who keep it real, this episode is your permission slip to be a little messy, a little loud, and a lot human.
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S2 Ep26: What Teachers Definitely Don't Miss During Summer Break
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Josh Monroe (@mrmonroeandnala) joins us for this episode to talk about all the reasons we love being on summer break and what we won't miss about the school year.
S3 Ep8: The Absolute Dumbest Classroom Management Strategies
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In this episode, we get into some of the most ridiculous classroom management strategies you’ve ever heard. Joined again, by Gabe Dannenbring (@g_unit24), we finish off the show with a fun game of “Lemon Be Honest”!
The Most Ridiculous Teacher Dress Codes You’ll Ever Hear!
00:53:09
Can wearing all black really make you a criminal? Some schools seem to think so!
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Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Leslie Rob, and Tyler Jackowski share their most bizarre dress code stories!
We start off by covering some of the weirdest dress code rules we’ve encountered, from prohibitions on wearing tennis shoes without a doctor's note, to restrictions on the number of toes that can be shown, and even policies that prevent teachers from changing their hairstyles throughout the school year, we've seen it all. Even though we don't think about it, how we dress impacts our lives in major ways, but not only for our students though…
Now when we talk about dress codes normally it’s pertaining to our students, but today we are going to be going into some dress codes for teachers! Apparently at some schools teachers are required to wear three-piece pantsuits; and we debate on whether professionality comes before the impracticality and financial burden that this outfit would put on its teachers. We also touch on the broader implications of these rules, such as the negative effects on teacher morale and the potential for dress codes to enforce outdated or discriminatory standards.
Jump right to it!
2:32 - Dress Codes and First Impressions
6:36 - Spirit Week and Costume Fun
11:08 - Ridiculous Rules: No Tennis Shoes
15:06 - Footwear Frustrations and Ankle Rules
29:15 - Denim Drama: No Jeans Allowed
41:08 - Male Jewelry Ban and Expression Restrictions
47:21 - The Black Clothing Ban and Mental Health Misconceptions
So put on your best three piece suit, because teachers are getting dress coded on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
25 Aug 2024
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Moments in Teaching
00:59:02
Teaching isn’t just about lesson plans…
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Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Leslie Rob, and Tyler Jackowski share the ups and downs of teaching!
We can all agree that teaching is a really rewarding job, but with such satisfaction there are always some drawbacks. This week we’re talking about the emotional highs and lows that come with the profession, such as building relationships with students, handling anxiety, and dealing with safety concerns in schools.
First we are going to share some stories that highlight the importance of maintaining high expectations for students while also recognizing the challenges they face, particularly those with traumatic backgrounds. It's extremely important for us teachers to find a good balance between being supportive and knowing when to seek professional help for students dealing with serious issues.
Now with all this in mind, we have a responsibility of being a trusted educator, and we have to be ready for the emotional weight that comes with that. So this week we're going to talk about the importance of self-care for us educators, and the need to establish boundaries to avoid burnout. But don't worry, it's not all doom and gloom, because we finish off by sharing some of our proudest moments as teachers, including stories of student success and personal growth.
Jump right to it!
4:12 - The Importance of Building Student Relationships
18:18 - Navigating Teacher Guilt and Stress
22:56 - Handling School Lockdowns
40:00 - Managing Administrative Challenges
45:50 - The Weight of Being a Teacher Who Listens
52:50 - Balancing Discipline and Compassion in the Classroom
So get the tissues ready, because we're getting personal on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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S2 Ep17: State Testing... The Bane of Our Existence!
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In this episode, we talk about all the reasons teachers can't stand state testing season!
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Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Leslie Rob, and Tyler Jackowski spill the tea, and share their wildest classroom drama stories!
We all know how dramatic our students can be, and it's been like that for years, however unlike previous generations, they now have a platform to share their drama right in the palm of their hands. With the high availability of social media and technology, drama in school has been heavily amplified, and almost impossible to escape. While students used to be able to break up with their school sweetheart, and only have her immediate friends talk about them, now kids are dealing with the entire school knowing every detail of a potentially messy breakup. So with all that being said, how do us teachers deal with all this drama? Tune in to find out!
Nowadays, most of our social life has found itself on the internet, which is great for keeping up with long distance friends or sharing cat memes with your mother, but with all these positives there's always the flip side to it. We're talking about online bullying, and as social media influencers, we’ve dealt with our fair share of haters, and this week we're going to be sharing not only our negative experiences with people on the internet, but also how we've been able to deal with online negativity.
Finally, we wrap up with a discussion on how drama spreads quickly on social media, and how it often leads to unintended consequences. We share our personal experiences of social media drama in the classroom, but most importantly we emphasize the importance of maintaining a positive and supportive community both online and in real life.
Jump right to it!
6:54 - Student Drama in the Classroom
13:12 - Middle School Relationships and Breakups
21:10 - Promise Rings and Teenage Love
23:33 - April Fool's Laxative Prank
25:30 - Teacher Relationships and Drama
31:30 - Social Media's Impact on Student Drama
38:42 - Bullying and Positivity in Social Media
So tell your friends because we just posted some spicy drama on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
16 Oct 2022
S3 Ep5: Awkward Encounters With Students' Parents in Public
00:38:39
Joined again by Greg from @gregisms, in this episode we talk about funny stories we have from running into the parents of our students outside of school.
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We can't speak for everyone, but we didn't become teachers for the pay, or the free coffee in the breakroom, we did it for the gratifying experience of helping students learn. Through Parent Teacher conferences,and surprise admin visits, it’s easy to lose track of all that, however this week our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Anna Kowal, and Bri Richardson will be reminding you why we all became teachers in the first place.
Sometimes it's about the little things, small gestures that our students do that remind us that our hard work is appreciated. Bri reminisces how much a simple heartfelt compliment from a student can mean to her and how much it brightens up her entire day.
Now while we all appreciate the small things in life, sometimes it's really about those life changing revelations. As educators, our main goal is, and you’d never believe… is to educate. So we're excited to share our favorite moments of witnessing our students' transformations and those powerful "aha" moments.
Jump Right To It!
2:45 Teaching Triumphs Revealed
8:30 Classroom Confessions
15:00 Laughter in Learning
20:30 Student Stories That Inspire
26:50 Embracing Educational Challenges
35:10 Heartfelt Teaching Moments
So if you need a bit of an emotional pick me up, then tune into this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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S2 Ep30: First-Year Teaching: Crazy Stories and Advice to Survive & Strive
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Dear first-year teachers, we've been in your shoes! Here are a some things we wish we knew during our first year in the profession and what you can do or avoid to make things a little easier on you this year!
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Class is in session, but the teachers are off duty! In this special episode, we’re joined by three incredible hosts: the hilarious Jess Merrill, Leslie Rob and the inspiring Principal Jared Lamb. Together, we dive into the dynamic—and sometimes comical—relationship between teachers and admin. From horror stories that make you say “wait, what?!” to heartwarming strategies for bridging the teacher-admin gap, this episode is a must-listen for anyone in education.
Principal Lamb shares his unconventional approach to leadership, why he’s traded his office for a rolling cart, and how his “teachers-first” mindset creates a positive school environment. Leslie Robb brings her signature humor to discuss relatable teacher struggles and why happy teachers make happy schools.
Plus, we tackle everything from wild admin requests (handstands, anyone?) to the emotional challenges educators face daily. Whether you're a teacher, administrator, or just curious about life behind the scenes of education, this episode will leave you laughing, inspired, and ready to take on the classroom—or maybe just that next PTA meeting!
Tune in, and don't forget to subscribe for more hilarious and heartfelt episodes of "Teachers Off Duty."
Get ready to party with the Teachers Off Duty podcast crew and former teacher turned national advocate for educational justice, Dr. Deonna Smith! This week we are sharing our best, saddest, and most outrageous stories from school birthday parties. From backpack-based cake disasters to uninvited guests, we have seen it all - and are not afraid to spill the beans.
But birthday’s aren’t all fun and games – so we also discuss how to handle situations where students can't celebrate or feel left out. If you're looking for a laugh and some expert advice on managing school birthday celebrations, this episode is for you.
S2 Ep27: Summer Break is Not a Luxury For Teachers, It's a NECESSITY
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This episode gets a little heavy as we discuss all the reasons teachers truly NEED the summer break to decompress from all of the stress, trauma, and chaos we endure during the school year.
On this week’s episode of Teachers Off Duty, we're diving into an exciting (and hilarious) thought experiment: What if teachers ran a school? From more recess and PTO to ditching outdated dress codes and creating better prep time, we're dreaming up a school built by teachers for teachers—and students too, of course! Plus, we hear your thoughts, featuring calls from our amazing listeners.
They kick things off by sharing their top priorities:
-More Recess and Playtime: Jonathan champions the idea of more recess, not just for the kids but for teachers too. They explore how additional playtime can improve student behavior and enhance learning by providing necessary breaks throughout the day.
-Flexible PTO and Better Work-Life Balance: Leslie brings up the need for a realistic PTO system that acknowledges teachers' needs for personal days without the bureaucratic hassle. They discuss how this change could positively impact teachers' mental health and overall job satisfaction.
-Control Over Classroom Environment: Jess emphasizes the struggle of teaching in classrooms without proper air conditioning or heating. They all agree that something as simple as controlling the thermostat could make a significant difference in both teaching and learning experiences.
The conversation then shifts to dress codes, where they tackle the often sexist and outdated policies that disproportionately affect female students. Sharing personal anecdotes, they highlight the need for dress codes that are fair, inclusive, and reflective of real-world standards.
Standardized testing comes under scrutiny as well. The hosts discuss how these tests fail to accommodate different learning styles and don't accurately measure student growth or teacher effectiveness. They brainstorm alternative methods of assessment that could be more beneficial for students' long-term success.
Listeners also contribute their ideas through call-ins, suggesting:
-Rearranging classrooms so teachers can be next to their best friends.
-Revamping the school schedule to include more play and socializing after lunch.
-Eliminating biased dress codes to create a more comfortable environment for all students.
This episode is packed with laughter, insightful discussions, and a shared vision of a better educational system designed with teachers' insights at the forefront.
🇬🇧 UK Comedy Tour: We're bringing the laughs to the UK in February, hitting:
-London: February 7th
-Glasgow: February 9th
-Birmingham: February 11th
-Manchester: February 12th
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In this hilarious and painfully relatable episode of Teachers Off Duty, Devin, Leslie, and Jess dive into all the unexpected, bizarre, and downright wild things they NEVER thought they’d do as teachers—but somehow did. From rationing paper like it's gold, hiding during fire drills, to bathroom duty patrols (because vapes are the new contraband), they cover it all.
They also talk about the strange realities of being younger than some parents, the emotional rollercoaster of classroom dynamics, and the constant battle between wanting to be the “cool teacher” and just surviving the school day. Oh, and yes, they discuss the great debate: rows vs. the U-shape desk arrangement—because, apparently, that's a thing.
Plus, find out which of them hides during fire drills, who had a secret career as a janitor, and why seating charts are the ultimate form of teacher survival.
Listen now and let us know in the comments: What’s one thing you never thought you’d do as a teacher… but did anyway?
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As teachers, we always want to try to create fun and new ways of teaching our students, and sometimes these ideas can go a bit south. So this week on Teachers Off Duty, our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Tyler Jackowski, and Anna Kowal are going to be talking about the funniest classroom project fails.
From weird Kahoot names to trying to make a discussion post fun, we’ve been through a lot of ups and downs. For example you wouldn't believe how quickly Tyler’s classroom pet became a complete disaster.
This week we’re actually going to be hearing from you guys! We’re going to be reading some of your submissions for your insane classroom project fails, and we can't believe some of the things that y'all have gone through!
So maybe consider just wheeling in a tv and watching the Magic School Bus because we’re going to show you how hilariously things could go wrong on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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23 Mar 2025
Students Gone Wild: Unhinged Moments in the Classroom!
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Fire alarms, lockdown chaos, and a student-turned-matchmaker—this episode of Teachers Off Duty is packed with the wildest, most hilarious classroom moments you won’t believe!
Ever had a school day that felt straight out of a sitcom? In this wild episode of Teachers Off Duty Podcast, the crew shares their craziest, most unbelievable school stories—from fire alarms and lockdown drills gone wrong to unexpected matchmaking requests and even a rogue cafeteria lady crashing into a building!
Join Bri, Brandon, and Tyler as they relive their most chaotic moments in education. You’ll hear about students making citizen's arrests, hilarious misunderstandings, and the moments that make teaching both exhausting and downright hilarious.
Plus, we’ve got exciting announcements—including upcoming tour dates and a special shoutout to America’s Heroes Contests, a company rewarding hardworking teachers in a big way.
Don't miss this episode filled with teacher life at its most unpredictable!
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Tune in for the madness, grab a normal snack, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and share!
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What does it really take to keep educators motivated and effective?
Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Bri Richardson, Jess Smith, and Tyler Jackowski talk about a hot button issue, how can schools retain their educators?
To find out how to keep teachers, we think it's smart to first figure out why they are leaving in the first place. We use our personal experiences as teachers, and a bit of research we've found, to really unpack all the problems that teachers are facing today.
Whether it be burnout, a lack of support from the school board, or the low pay, teachers are presented with a lot of challenges in their professional careers. Each of us brings our own experiences to the table, while Tyler believes it's a deep systematic problem like the small salary of teachers, Bri thinks that the problem is as simple as a lack of appreciation for our educators. Or maybe it’s possible that we're all right, and it's just a combination of multiple factors?
At the end of the day teachers are the backbone of our society, and we need them to shape the future people who are going to be running our world. So how are we going to convince them to stay, how are we going to keep them motivated, and how are we going to give them all the perks that they deserve? Well tune in to hear us try to answer these difficult questions!
Jump right to it!
5:50 - Classroom Stories
7:51 - Disciplinary Challenges
17:15 - Supporting Teacher Mental Health
27:45 - Truly Teachable Moments
38:20 - Our Humbling Experiences
47:00 - Innovative Teacher Support Programs
So tear up that two week notice, because we're going to try to fix your work problems on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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14 Jul 2024
The Secret Summer Lives of Teachers
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Our teachers have had the weirdest summer jobs…
Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Bri Richardson, Devin Siebold, and Jess Smith share their most unforgettable side hustles.
Sometimes teachers need a bit of extra cash when summer break rolls around, and when they need a break from teaching summer school, they have to look into other side hustles. Our hosts each have extremely diverse resumes, from working in a frozen pizza factory assembly line to being a DJ for weddings, our hosts have had a lot of odd jobs outside of the classroom; and they are excited to share some of their weirdest stories with you.
Devin takes a walk down memory lane and reminisces about his days as a book bindery, talk about a departure from teaching! When you think of it though, it can be very nice to take some time away from lesson plans and demanding students and work with your hands at a quiet little book binding shop.
However, not all summer jobs are glamorous, Jess once spent a summer as an Aquatic Nuisance Species Inspector at a state park. With no internet service and the hot summer sun, she was absolutely miserable, but to look at the bright side, she had plenty of time to take in the beauty of the Florida nature and get a killer tan.
Jump right to it!
4:30 – Teachers' Summer Myths
13:45 – Unusual Summer Jobs Revealed
19:30 – Balancing Rest and Hustle
24:05 – Funniest Summer Incidents
28:50 – Summer's Impact on Teaching
So fire up that resume, because our teachers definitely did on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
16 Jan 2022
S2 Ep3: Do Teachers on TV Portray Actual Teachers in Real Life?
00:32:48
Find out which teachers from TV/movies that each of the hosts identifies with and which TV teachers are the furthest from reality! Plus, listen to a few crazy field trip stories.
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S2 Ep9: Advocating For Educators and Students + Our Response to These Absurd New Bills
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Mr. Williams takes the lead on this episode in a very necessary discussion around various bills that are being proposed in states like Indiana, Florida, and Utah. Listen in as we talk about why these bills are unbelievably ridiculous and illogical for teachers and students.
This week on the Teachers Off Duty podcast, we dive into the lively (and often hilarious) dynamics between veteran and first-year teachers. Join Jess Smith, Jonathan Williams, and Leslie Robb as they share personal stories, listener experiences, and tips for navigating the classroom at any stage in your career. From first-year fears to veteran wisdom (and the occasional retiree shenanigans), we cover it all with heart and humor.
Plus, we’re talking about setting boundaries, dealing with unsolicited advice, and learning to embrace your unique teaching style. Don’t miss our audience call-ins with real stories from the classroom and, of course, our signature laughs along the way.
Also, find out how you can join us on the Board Teachers Comedy Tour in 2025—tickets are selling fast!
Listen, laugh, and leave with a little extra encouragement to tackle your week.
Tune in, reflect, and don’t forget—give yourself grace, teachers. You’re doing amazing work! 💛
US Comedy Tour: We're bringing the laughs to the US in February, hitting:
JANUARY 16TH - OCEAN CITY,MD JANUARY 17TH - VIRGINIA BEACH, VA JANUARY 18TH - DURHAM, NC JANUARY 19TH - CHARLESTONE, SC JANUARY 23RD - MONTEREY, CA
JANUARY 24TH - DAVIS, CA JANUARY 25TH - STOCKTON, CA JANUARY 26TH - REDDING, CA JANUARY 30TH - CHARLESTONE, SC JANUARY 31ST - CHESTERFIELD, MO FEBRUARY 1ST - EFFINGHAM, IL
UK Comedy Tour: We're bringing the laughs to the UK in February, hitting:
-London: February 7th
-Glasgow: February 9th
-Birmingham: February 11th
-Manchester: February 12th
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All the stories of admin qualms, from unannounced surprise observations to impromptu evaluations, always of course, at the worst times! Tune in for all the giggles and the tears...
Your favorite TikTok teacher, Gabe Dannenbring is back, and this time it's for keeps as he joins as a permanent host! Kids can be your harshest critics, so this week we are throwing Gabe directly in the fire by recalling his worst student roastings. From the obvious to the things that even you don't like about you, we cover it all.
Still feeling the heat, we end the show with a quick-roast challenge that has everyone sweating as Gabe tries to spill the truth on Lauran and Tell.
S2 Ep5: Stories About Student-Teaching & Tips for Educators-in-the-Making
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From our student-teaching years, student-teachers we've had in our classrooms, and stories from our listeners, we talk about the good, the bad, and the WTF moments!
If you can dodge a desk you can teach a classroom!
Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Bri Richardson, Jess Smith, and Tyler Jackowski share their experiences as first year teachers.
From being unprepared to teach the curriculum, to students questioning your abilities, the first year of teaching can prove to be extremely overwhelming. That's specifically true for our guest host Tyler, and he's here to tell you guys about all the mistakes he made his first year of teaching, and hopefully you guys can learn from them.
We’ve all had those difficult students before, maybe it's the students having trouble focusing, maybe it's a gap in your teaching style, or maybe it's a combination of both. Either way this week Jess is sharing all of her tips and tricks she's learned about treating this situation to help all of our first year teachers out there. But as long as you don't make any students mad enough to throw a desk at you, your first year is probably going better than Bri’s, tune in to find out the full story!
All this being said, teaching must get easier as time goes on… right?! We briefly chat about how the veteran teachers treat the new guys, because although they are filled with great information, they can sometimes be stingy on who they give it out to. Better stay on their good side and maybe they'll give you some nice pointers on your lesson plan.
Jump right to it!
2:30 - Classroom Antics
5:45 - Textbooks vs. Reality
11:25 - Roach-inspired Classroom Control
17:40 - The Art of Dodging Desks
22:50 - Embracing Generational Challenges
29:15 - Mastering Teaching
34:20 - Strategies for Classroom Management
So limber up because you might have to dodge some flying furniture on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
17 Jul 2022
S2 Ep29: What Teachers REALLY Do During Summer Break!
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A lot of people have misconceptions about what teachers actually do during the summer months. Well, our good friend and vice principal in Charlotte, NC, Barry White Jr. (@barrywhitejr__) is joining us to discuss the truth!
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You’d think staff meetings would be boring but strap in for these ridiculous stories! Our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Bri Richardson, and Jess Smith are about to spill the tea on some of the funniest stories from the most bizarre staff meetings they've attended on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
As teachers we deal with too many shenanigans to count, even in our staff meetings; from a principal making teachers run in a "flock of geese" formation (whatever that means), to staff meetings that unexpectedly turned into singalongs or dance parties, they've seen it all!
By the way - beware of those “anonymous” surveys. You won’t believe what one principal made his teachers do after receiving negative feedback. We don’t want to give too much away, but it’s pretty petty.
Jump right to it!
8:31 - Worst Staff Meeting Experiences
12:01 - Therapy and Boundary Setting for Teachers
13:31 - Cahoots and Gamifying Staff Meetings
16:31 - Teachers Quitting Dramatically
19:01 - Funny Games at Staff Meetings
23:31 - Fights at Staff Meetings
We promise we won’t be as boring as your usual staff meeting as you join us for this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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S3 Ep22: The INSANE Excuses Students Give Teachers
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We are back in action with special guest Ms. M to navigate the wacky and random world of student excuses. From "the dog ate my entire backpack" to fake tears that would gain Oscar nominations, we have seen and heard it all. But which ones are worthy of a passing grade, and which ones deserve detention?
Listen in as they break down the good, the bad, and the hilarious excuses that have crossed their desks. So grab a notebook, sharpen your pencils, and join in on the fun!
S3 Ep3: We Love Teaching, But We Don't Always Love Being a Teacher
00:39:30
Despite all the horror stories we share about teaching each month, in this episode, we talk about some of the best parts, and what we love about being an educator!
S3 Ep7: Spooky Stories of Costumes and Halloween Candies We Love & Hate
00:43:47
Gabe Dannenbring (@g_unit24 on TikTok) joins us for this special Halloween episode, disguised as Gomez Addams. We talk about Halloween growing up, Halloween in our classrooms, and finish it off by rating some terrible Halloween candies.
Hi lovlies! We are going virtual for a couple weeks due to covid. The quality may not be the same as usual, we apologize, we just didn't want to let you down and not have an episode for two weeks! Love you guys :)
Bri and Becs say welcome to Pt. 2 at an insight to their facetime converstaions. We still are missing Kenzie and cannot wait for her to come back, but hope you enjoy hanging out and giggling with us in the meantime!
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!! We figured we would have a special Friends-Giving episode and invite a couple more of our friends to join us for an episode. We hope you love them as much as we do! The four of us (Mrs. Rogers, Mrs. Woolley, Mr. Williams and honestteachervibes) hope you have the best holiday week with your friends and family.
Hello friends!! We are SO glad to be back and spilling our guts to you! It is never easy to talk about being bullied, and hopefully we can set the example and make it a LITTLE easier. Whether you are a child or an adult, it is never okay for someone to make you feel lesser. You are YOU, and that is enough for us!
7: Happy Halloween! Let‘s talk about Challenges.... ALLLLL Kinds.
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Happy Monday! We are starting off the week talking about challenges (PUN INTENDED). From difficult parents, to trolls on the internet, to destroying bathrooms and slapping teachers?!?!
Sorry about our technical difficulties last week, zoom podcasts were clearly not the best idea BUT we are in person again!!! Kenzie is on a slight hiatus while she finalizes some wedding and living plans, but she will be back next month! In the meantime, enjoy Rebecca and Bri being chaotic :)
We are so overjoyed you all enjoyed our first episode! We will keep posting a new episode every Monday evening. Follow our social medias to tell us what you want to hear us talk about!
Hey everyone!!! Rebecca and Bri would like to introduce you to our NEW additions to the Teachers Lounge, Lauran Woolley and Tell Williams! We love these humans so much, and we know you will as well!
The Most Outrageous Student Roasts We've Ever Heard! 😳
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There’s no way your student said that…
Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Bri Richardson, Jess Smith, and Tyler Jackowski share the craziest things that students have said to them.
We all love a good roast, but it really doesn’t hit when it's coming from a twelve year old kid. Our students can be really brutal, and we start off the episode by saying the worst insults our students have given us. Some of these are really hurtful, from making fun of our fashion, to our career decisions; these kids are really going for the throat. All this being said however, is it unprofessional to clap back at their insults, or should we just remember not to take it so personal?
These kids are really not pulling any punches recently with their roasts, Bri shares a story about a student that called her poor for never skiing before. Big talk coming from someone who still gets an allowance! Tyler also shares his story of a kid who made fun of his hair, and lets just say things got a little out of hand, tune in to find out what happened!
But it's not all about hurtful student insults, we also are celebrating Halloween a little early this year with our host’s sharing their paranormal experiences in haunted schools. Whether it be apparitions, weird noises down the halls, or our extra homework coming back to haunt us, we have some chilling tales for you this week.
Jump right to it!
4:19 - Kids say the darnedest things
10:09 - Teachers' Personal Anecdotes
17:00 - Roast Battles with Students
23:43 - Handling Awkward Situations
31:47 - Unfiltered Student Comments
38:09 - Supernatural School Tales
So get your comebacks ready and leave your feelings at home, because the roasts are getting pretty personal on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
06 Oct 2024
Parents and Teachers: The Real Classroom Drama
00:56:42
What qualities does it take to make a parent easy or difficult to work with?
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The dynamics of teacher-parent relationships can be dicey to say the least, and on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty, our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Bri Richardson, and Jess Smith are going to go over the trials and tribulations with dealing with parents.
From defining boundaries to learning to say “no”, trying to collaborate with our students' parents can get quite difficult, but we have some tips and tricks to nailing your next parent-teacher conference.
For example, apparently it’s a teacher's job to make sure their students are regular? The amount of times we’ve been asked to check our students' poops for problems is absolutely insane! Talk about a crappy job amiright?
It's important to remember at the end of the day we should all be working together to make sure we make the best situation for our students to grow and learn. Our hosts finish off their conversation by pointing out how absurd it is that teachers and parents can be at odds with each other, because we’re truly on the same team.
Jump right to it!
3:50 - Working with Parents
7:58 - Personal Experiences of Overwork
7:00 - Parent-Teacher Relationships and Perspectives
16:20 - Challenges of Communication
23:00 - Dealing with Difficult Parent Requests
32:00 - Embarrassing Parent-Teacher Conferences
42:30 - Setting Boundaries
45:00 - Balancing Parent Expectations and Teacher Workload
54:30 - Teamwork Between Teachers and Parents
So don't worry too much, you have plenty of time before that parent teacher conference, so sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at pointless paperwork, wished for fewer duties, or mastered the art of avoiding staff meeting Q&A sessions—this episode is for you.
Teachers, we know your time is precious—so why do so many things in education seem designed to waste it? In this episode, we’re diving into the everyday tasks that make us question our sanity. From writing objectives on the board that no one reads, to responding to parent emails asking for information they already have, to the never-ending battle with jammed copy machines—we’re saying what every teacher is thinking.
Join hosts Jess Smith , Leslie Rob and Jared Lamb as they vent, laugh, and keep it real about the time-sucking struggles of education. We tackle the absurdity of mandatory newsletters that parents ignore, school-wide announcements that no one understands, and the dreaded moment when you're asked to cover a class during your precious prep. And don’t even get us started on tracking student bathroom visits!
Plus, we chatted about how teachers can reclaim some of their lost time, and Jared shared how he eliminated intercom announcements at his school (is he a genius or a rebel?). And of course, no Teachers Off Duty episode would be complete without some hilarious confessions—like which of us may or may not have walked away from a jammed copier without fixing it. (No judgment… okay, maybe a little.)
Tune in, laugh with us, and remember: you’re not alone in the struggle!
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We’ve all seen a good fight in our days, and they can get pretty intense but this week on Teachers Off Duty our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Bri Richardson, and Anna Kowal share some of the funnier sides of these classroom feuds.
As teachers, we all know when kids get caught up in their feelings, they can really say the wildest things. From cafeteria crusades to classroom quarrels, we’ve really seen it all, and you wouldn't believe some of the things these kids decide is worth getting into a screaming match over.
Don't worry, we have better comebacks than most of our students, and the funnier kids have taught us theirs, so you'd be sure to laugh at this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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There's absolutely nothing wrong with being a bit quirky, but some teachers really like to push those limits. Our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Bri Richardson, and Anna Kowal know that better than anyone, and they're going to be sharing the worst things their fellow teachers do that drive the rest of the school crazy.
We all know that teachers are a unique breed, and sometimes their quirks can make things a bit… interesting. For example Bri shares a hilarious tale about a teacher who always insists on wearing a different themed outfit for each day of the week. While some may roll their eyes, tune in to find out Bri’s optimistic point of view on this situation.
But it's not all quirks and icks, our hosts also discuss the delightful surprises their fellow teachers bring to the table. Whether it's homemade goodies at staff meetings or a sweet thank-you note, these teachers know how to dish out kindness and create a positive school culture.
Jump right to it!
2:35 - Defining the Perfect Coworker
8:50 - Coffee Run Etiquette
14:40 - Staff Room Confessions
22:15 - Classroom Fragrances Face-off
28:30 - What Success Really Means
So grab that morning coffee and prepare to cringe with us on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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S3 Ep12: Frustrating Things That WASTE Teachers Time!
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Some things that our school board and/or admin make us do are just unnecessary and take time away from teachers actually being able to teach. From professional development, lesson plans, committee meetings, and everything in between. Tune in and join our teacher rant with teacher-comedian Eddie B!
To end the show, we play a game of somewhat personal game of Never Have I Ever with some not-so-tasty hot wings!
To all the parents, politicians, friends, and anyone else who's never been a teacher, or who hasn't been in a classroom for years, this episode is for you. These are the things we wish you would keep in mind before passing judgment, criticizing, or offering your opinion on how we should run our classrooms! Thanks for listening to our TED Talk.
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S2 Ep22: The End of Another School Year: Madness & Sadness
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It's the end of another school year which we all know comes with a lot of emotions, unruly behavior, packing up classrooms, saying goodbye, and the countdown to summer break.
S2 Ep2: What We Were Like as Kids/Students... The Truth Revealed!
00:38:41
Find out which of us were good students and which of us were not, as we talk about childhood stories that will make you laugh and cringe. The truth about our past comes out in this fun episode!
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S3 Ep24: Why Covering Health and Fitness in Education is so Hard
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This week, we have a special guest joining us to talk all things health and fitness in education - TikTok sensation and PE teacher extraordinaire, Meghan Matulewicz (@ms_matulewicz)!
We dive head first into the world of teaching health and fitness in schools, and let's just say things are about to get awkwardly sweaty. From dodging flying dodgeballs to trying to convince middle schoolers that deodorant is NOT optional, collectively, we have seen it all!
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In this episode of Teachers Off Duty, it’s just Breezy (aka Honest Teacher Vibes) and Tyler (aka Fishing for Clout… or T-Teezy?) holding it down—and things get juicy. We’re diving deep into the chaos and comedy of what we were like as *students* versus how we are now as teachers.
Spoiler alert: not much has changed.
From ADHD revelations and hilarious classroom flashbacks to why today’s kids really aren’t all that different, we’re getting real about what it means to teach kids who remind us a little too much of ourselves. We also talk about how the education system can make or break a teacher, the power of empathy in the classroom, and why some admin need to just chill.
PLUS: comedy tour updates, chaotic travel stories, and Bri getting *very* real about kids who tap their feet too much. This episode is equal parts hilarious, heartfelt, and 100% relatable for anyone who's ever sat in—or stood at the front of—a classroom.
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We have a feeling the five-day school week is outdated…
Welcome back to another episode of Teachers Off Duty! In this episode, Bri Richardson, Jess Smith, and Devin Siebold discuss a hot topic in the education world: 4-day school weeks.
With the constant pressure to improve student performance and reduce costs, many school districts are considering switching to a 4-day school week. On paper, it seems like a win-win situation - students get an extra day off and schools save money. But is it really that simple?
This week we break down the pros and cons of 4-day school weeks. Together, we dive into the potential benefits, such as increased attendance and improved teacher morale, as well as the potential challenges, such as longer school days and the impact on working parents.
But it's not just about the logistics. We also explore the potential impact on student learning and achievement. Are longer weekends really beneficial for students? Will they fall behind in their studies? Our panel shares their personal experiences and research-based evidence to shed light on these important questions.
Jump right to it!
2:45 Four-Day School Potential
6:30 Unschooling Defined
11:15 Public vs. Unschooling
17:40 Five-Day Grind Issues
23:50 Year-Round Schooling Debate
29:05 Educational System Overhaul
Watch us question tradition on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
08 Dec 2024
Spontaneous Lessons Learned from Students
00:58:43
In this week's episode, the students truly have become the teachers.
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Sometimes, we get so caught up in lesson plans and teaching, we forget that we can actually sometimes our students can be the best teachers. This week our hosts Anna Kowal, Gabe Dannenbring, and Tyler Jackowski share their favorite lessons that they have learned from their students.
Whether it's from feedback, smart remarks during lectures, or just a different point of view, our students can really shed an interesting light on how we teach. Tune in as we share the most out of pocket ways our students have taught us tough lessons.
A great example of a lesson our students have taught us is that you never really know what someone else is going through. Kids may be facing challenges and struggles that we are not aware of, and it's important for teachers to be empathetic and understanding. This leads into a discussion about the impact of yelling at students and how it's not worth it in the long run.
So be prepared because we're going to be changing your perspective on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty!
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This week’s episode is a rollercoaster ride through the absolute chaos and comedy that comes with substitute teachers. From barefoot subs walking out in stilettos (yes, really) to subs using the school as their personal Tinder, the crew dives into the wildest, weirdest, and most unforgettable sub stories from the classroom.
Bri, Tyler, and Brandon reflect on their own time as subs—Tyler literally falling asleep on the job—and reveal the fine line between a legendary substitute and a disaster waiting to happen. Plus, what happens when a sub steals your snacks? Or your iPhone charger?
Also in this episode: - The best ways to manage your class when a sub is in - Sub training (or lack thereof) - AI in the classroom and how to catch students using ChatGPT - Teacher appreciation shoutouts - And Brandon’s new initiative to reward teachers with actual prizes
Oh, and don’t miss the epic tour updates for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour (hello, Australia and New Zealand!) and a secret announcement coming for our Canadian teacher besties.
Subbing is not for the weak—and this episode proves it.
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