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Nothing Wastes Teachers’ Time More Than This...
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. _________________________________ Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod Send us a voice message: https://bit.ly/3UPAT5a Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69pLuB4cKPCP8UG3eCImfP Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ 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 Robb 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! Follow your hosts: Leslie Robb @LeslieRobbComedy Jess Smith @TeacherTalesOfMissSmith Jared Lamb @Principal_Lamb _________________________________ Also, don’t miss the latest updates on the Board Teachers Comedy Tour! We’re hitting cities across the U.S. this spring. Follow the link for dates: https://www.boredteachers.com/comedy-tour 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! _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Mint Mobile | Go to https://minthmobile.com/TOD for more information. Quip | Go to https://quip.com//TOD for 20% off your order. _________________________________ Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast Get Teachers Off Duty Premium to access EXCLUSIVE content at: https://teachersoffduty.supercast.com/ Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com/collections/teachers-off-duty _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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School Avengers: When Admin & Teachers Unite ⚡️
Share laughs, and explore how teachers and administrators can work together to create thriving schools—don’t miss this insightful episode! _________________________________ Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod Send us a voice message: https://bit.ly/3UPAT5a Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69pLuB4cKPCP8UG3eCImfP Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ This week on Teachers Off Duty, we're tackling one of the most pressing and sometimes challenging dynamics in education: bridging the gap between teachers and administrators. Joined by Principal Lamb, Jess Smith and Leslie Robb, this lively conversation explores the complexities of school leadership and classroom realities, offering fresh perspectives and practical strategies to foster collaboration and mutual respect. We discuss everything from effective communication and building trust to navigating the fine line between support and micromanagement. Plus, hear inspiring anecdotes about what it takes to create a united front in schools, where teachers and administrators work together to empower students. Whether you're a teacher, an administrator, or someone who wants to better understand the dynamics of education, this episode is packed with humor, honesty, and actionable insights that will leave you inspired. Tune in and join the conversation as we aim to bridge the gap, one episode at a time! Tune in, share the laughs, and keep the conversation going. Follow your hosts: Leslie Robb @LeslieRobbComedy Jess Smith @TeacherTalesOfMissSmith Jared Lamb @Principal_Lamb _________________________________ Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://www.boredteachers.com/comedy-tour 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! _________________________________ This episode is sponsored by: Apostrophe | Go to https://www.apostrophe.com/TOD to sign up and get your first visit for only $5. Orgains | Go to https://orgain.com//TOD for 30% off your order and use code: TOD _________________________________ Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast Get Teachers Off Duty Premium to access EXCLUSIVE content at: https://teachersoffduty.supercast.com/ Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com/collections/teachers-off-duty _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Teachers Spill the Tea on Classroom Controversies and Hot Takes
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. _________________________________ Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod Send us a voice message: https://bit.ly/3UPAT5a Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69pLuB4cKPCP8UG3eCImfP Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ 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. Follow your hosts: Leslie Robb @LeslieRobbComedy Jess Smith @TeacherTalesOfMissSmith Jared Lamb @Principal_Lamb Listen now and let us know your favorite hot take! 🎙🔥 _________________________________ Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://www.boredteachers.com/comedy-tour 🇬🇧 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! _________________________________ This episode is sponsored by: Hungry Root | Get 40% off your first purchase, plus FREE item of your choice FOR LIFE with code "TOD" at https://hungryroot.com/TOD _________________________________ 📲 Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast Get Teachers Off Duty Premium to access EXCLUSIVE content at: https://teachersoffduty.supercast.com/ Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com/collections/teachers-off-duty _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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Horrible Admin Stories With Principal Lamb!
Get ready for an eye-opening episode of Teachers Off Duty with stories, laughs, and a rare admin perspective! _________________________________ Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod Send us a voice message: https://bit.ly/3UPAT5a Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69pLuB4cKPCP8UG3eCImfP Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ 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 Robb 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." _________________________________ Catch us live! Don’t miss the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour. Grab your tickets at BoredTeachers.com/comedy-tour. 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! _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Mint Mobile | Go to https://minthmobile.com/TOD for more information. Apostrophe | Go to https://www.apostrophe.com/TOD to sign up. Orgains | Go to https://orgain.com//TOD for 30% off your order. _________________________________ Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast Get Teachers Off Duty Premium to access EXCLUSIVE content at: https://teachersoffduty.supercast.com/ Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com/collections/teachers-off-duty Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod _________________________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - a Bored Teachers podcast
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Teachers’ Mental Health: A Silent Crisis
Teachers, let’s take care of ourselves first, even if it means we are no longer seen as “the perfect teacher” in the eyes of those working above us. Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod Send us a voice message: bit.ly/3UPAT5a Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69pLuB4cKPCP8UG3eCImfPApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teaching is no easy feat, and the mental health challenges that come with it are very real. In this episode of Teachers Off Duty, Leslie, Jess, and Jonathan dive into the importance of therapy and self-care for educators. From sharing their own journeys with therapy to discussing practical tips for managing mental health in the classroom, they get real about the struggles teachers face daily—and how to overcome them. Join us as we explore how setting boundaries, practicing mindfulness, and learning to "own your no" can make a world of difference for teachers and their students. Whether it's taking a moment to breathe, finding a therapist who understands, or even making TikTok lessons that stick, this episode is packed with relatable stories, actionable advice, and plenty of laughs. Tune in for the real talk, the heartfelt moments, and some hilarious confessions about movies we might have pretended to watch. Don't forget to share your self-care tips in the comments—because taking care of yourself isn’t just okay, it’s essential. Catch the episode now—your mental health matters! _________________________________ Catch us live! Don’t miss the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour. Grab your tickets at BoredTeachers.com/comedy-tour. 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! _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to https://betterhelp.com/TOD to get 10% off your first month. Mint Mobile | Go to https://minthmobile.com/TOD for more information. _________________________________ Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast Get Teachers Off Duty Premium to access EXCLUSIVE content at: https://teachersoffduty.supercast.com/ Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com/collections/teachers-off-duty Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod _________________________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - a Bored Teachers podcast
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