Teachers Off Duty
Episodes
Teachers Share Their Biggest WTF Classroom Moments
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You think you KNOW, but you have NO idea...some things in the classroom that you truly cannot make up. But wait! Don't forget to get your tickets ...
Every School Has These Teacher Types - Which One Are You?
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Every school has them — the strict teacher, the fun teacher, the rule-breaker teacher, the Pinterest classroom teacher, the drill-sergeant teacher, ...
They Lied About Your First Year Teaching
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Your first year teaching will humble you fast. Can WE get an AMEN! But wait! Don't forget to get your tickets NOW! The New Tour "Is it Friday Ye...
Unhinged Things Kindergarteners Have Told Their Teachers
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kids truly have no filter… and teachers hear EVERYTHING. Remember to get your tickets NOW! The New Tour "Is it Friday Yet" dates in 2026 are av...
The Weirdest Attention Getters Teachers Have Used in Class
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Teacher besties… what's your attention getter? Because in this episode we learned there are levels to this chaos. NOW REMEMBER get your tickets ...
Kindergarten vs. Elementary vs. Middle School: Who Has It Worse?
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kindergarten, elementary, or middle school… pick your fighter, because the chaos looks very different at every level. PLUS get your tickets N...
Roasted by Our Students
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Student roasts, teacher clapbacks, and the kind of school stories that should come with a warning label. Remember the New Tour "Is it Friday Yet"...
School Field Trips Gone Wrong: Stories Teachers Will Never Forget
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A student got locked inside SeaWorld on a school trip… and the teachers almost had a full meltdown. Don't forget to get your tickets yet? The N...
The MOST Chaotic Sub Stories
08 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Believe it or not, a substitute teacher got verbally humbled by a fourth grader… and the class never let it go. Did you get your tickets yet? T...
Teachers Share the Wildest Student Fight Stories Ever
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ti...
Student Drama That Lives Rent-Free in Our Heads
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
The Wild "Extra Duties" Teachers Are Asked to Do
18 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Unhinged Classroom Management Tactics Teachers Swear By
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If your classroom feels unmanageable this year… these strategies will save your sanity. Our brand new tour "Is it Friday Yet" is here! All date...
Teachers Share Their Most Unhinged Classroom Interruptions
04 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode proves one thing… teachers don't teach lessons — we survive interruptions! New Year! New You! NEW TOUR! "Is it Friday Yet" dates...
You Won't Believe What These Students Said!
28 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ava...
The Truth About Teacher Burnout
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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!...
Teachers React to the Wildest Parent Stories
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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! Do...
The CRAZIEST Teacher Drama We've Ever Seen
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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! Do...
Teaching in the 90s vs Today: How the Times Have Changed!
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
What It's REALLY Like to Date a Teacher!
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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! ...
The Dumbest TikTok Trends Students Have Tried at School
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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! Rememb...
You Won't Believe These Co-teaching Stories!
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From IRS scams to preschooler beatdowns - this week, we're giving co-teachers and teacher aides the flowers they deserve! BIG news! The Bored Teach...
Teachers Confess: Times We've Cried at School
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From speeding tickets to classroom tears — we're laughing through every teacher meltdown! BIG news! The Bored Teachers "Is It Friday Yet?" Comedy...
Can Students Really Make a Career Out of Social Media?
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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! Remembe...
Toxic Admins and Teacher Lounge Drama
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From sticky-note confessions to admin power trips—this episode exposes everything that really happens in the teacher's lounge. The Bored Teach...
Teachers Confess the CRAZIEST Things Students Have Ever Done
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Teachers spill the wildest classroom stories yet… lizards in backpacks, roaches in restrooms, and a Halloween rave that shut the school down. 20...
Teachers Gone Viral: What it's Really Like Being a Teacher Influencer
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Funniest Things Ever Heard in the Classroom
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From savage preschoolers to wild high school drama, these student stories are straight-up comedy gold! Mark your Calendars! Catch the Bored Teac...
Teachers Expose the Most Ridiculous School Rules Ever
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
School Uniforms: Helpful or Harmful?
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Back to School Gone Wild: Real Teacher Stories
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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!...
The Ugly Truth About Standardized Testing Nobody Talks About
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Standardized testing: helpful measure of learning or the biggest headache in education? We're spilling the truth (and the laughs) teachers really kn...
AI in the Classroom: Teaching Smarter, not Harder
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Teachers spill the tea on ChatGPT in the classroom—hilarious stories, game-changing hacks, and why AI might just save your sanity! Mark your Ca...
Cameras in Classrooms: What Teachers Really Think
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Should every classroom have cameras? We debate the pros, cons, and hilarious realities teachers would face if Big Brother moved into school. PLUS...
Best & Worst PDs We've Ever Had
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The real reason teachers hate PD—and what actually works instead (with zero time-wasting fluff)! GET READY! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour...
Who's the REAL Main Character at School? Cast Your Vote!
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We said what every teacher's thinking—some roles are main characters, others are just extras. Mark your Calenders! Catch the Bored Teachers Com...
No One Respects Teachers Anymore
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 y...
How to Survive Your First Year of Teaching
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Breaking Up Student Fights: The Job Nobody Talks About
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Teacher confessions: The shocking, hilarious, and heartbreaking reality of school fights. Mark your calendars! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour co...
Funniest Teaching Hacks You Didn't Know Were Legal
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Desperate times in the classroom call for genius teacher hacks—and we've got 'em all. And remember! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to ...
What Teachers REALLY DO on Summer Break!
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You thought teachers were off duty this summer? Think again. Don't Forget! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! T...
Kids Get Away With Everything Now—Teachers Are Over It
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when kids face zero consequences? Spoiler alert: teachers are over it. Don't Forget! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a ...
The Truth About Teaching: Humor, Hormones, and Hallway Door Slaps
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If sarcasm, stickers, and a filing cabinet therapy session sound like solid classroom management—this episode is for you. Don't Forget! Catch t...
Teachers in Movies vs. Reality: It's Not Even Close!
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From meth labs to magical school buses, Hollywood clearly never taught a day in their life. Plus! Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to ...
Teaching Kindergarten vs. Middle School: The Showdown You Didn't Ask For
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Boogers or BO? Welcome to the teaching hunger games. Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: ht...
The Final Countdown: Surviving the Last Weeks of School
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our 2025 Bored Teachers Comedy Tour FALL SHOWS are now on sale! Rally your teacher besties TODAY and lock in your spots for the night of laughter you ...
No Phones, No Peace! Should We Ban Them?
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BIG NEWS!!! Our 2025 Bored Teachers Comedy Tour FALL SHOWS are now on sale! Rally your teacher besties TODAY and lock in your spots for the night of ...
Awkward Things Kids Have Brought to School
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BIG NEWS!!! Our 2025 Bored Teachers Comedy Tour FALL SHOWS are now on sale! Rally your teacher besties TODAY and lock in your spots for the night ...
Humor in The Classroom: Real Stories and Hilarious Teacher Fails
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BIG NEWS!!! Our 2025 Bored Teachers Comedy Tour FALL SHOWS are now on sale! Rally your teacher besties TODAY and lock in your spots for the night of l...
Craziest Parent-Teacher Conferences We've Ever Had
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The only job where someone might flirt with you, fight you, and file a complaint—all before lunch. _________________________________ BIG NEWS!!! Our...
Why Teachers With ADHD Are Actually Students' Favorites!
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Three teachers, one shared diagnosis, and a whole lot of chaos—welcome to the most ADHD episode yet. _________________________________ Grab your tic...
Classroom Raves, Spider Pets & Real Talk on Respect
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're not just educators—we're party planners, crisis managers, therapists, and the main character. _________________________________ Grab your...
Teachers Admitting to What They Were Like As Students
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder what happens when two chaotic former students become the teachers? Spoiler: nothing's changed—and that's the best part. ___________...
Craziest Substitute Teacher Stories We've Ever Heard!
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From hungover hall monitors to barefoot subs and stolen chargers—this episode proves that sometimes the real lesson plan is survival. ________...
Students Gone Wild: Unhinged Moments in the Classroom!
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fire alarms, lockdown chaos, and a student-turned-matchmaker—this episode of Teachers Off Duty is packed with the wildest, most hilarious classr...
Roasted by Our Own Students – The Savage Things They Say
16 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From savage student roasts to wild classroom bets, this episode proves that kids really do say the darndest and most unhinged things! ______________...
Teachers Try the Nastiest Student Snacks… And Regret It!
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We put our stomachs (and dignity) on the line to taste-test the wildest student snack combos—pray for us. _________________________________ Grab you...
Wait… Did My Student Just Roast Me?
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had a student roast you so hard you questioned your entire life choices? Yeah, us too—let's talk about it! ___________________________...
Crazy Things We Never Imagined Having to Do As Teachers
23 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hilariously unpack all the wild, unexpected, and downright ridiculous things they never thought they'd do as teachers—but totally did. _____________...
Crazy Parent Requests: The Things Teachers Get Asked to Do 😅
16 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From outrageous parent requests to Enrique Iglesias deep dives, this episode is a wild ride you won't believe—trust us, you need to hear this! ___...
School Valentine's Day Gone Wrong: The Ultimate Drama Unfolds!
09 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
School Valentine's Day isn't just about candy and cute notes—it's a battlefield of breakups, secret admirers, and next-level drama you won't believe...
Nothing Wastes Teachers' Time More Than This...
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ep...
School Avengers: When Admin & Teachers Unite ⚡️
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Share laughs, and explore how teachers and administrators can work together to create thriving schools—don't miss this insightful episode! _________...
Teachers Spill the Tea on Classroom Controversies and Hot Takes
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen up and hear educators unapologetically dish out the hottest takes on the classroom chaos, viral trends, and everything they wish they could say...
Horrible Admin Stories With Principal Lamb!
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for an eye-opening episode of Teachers Off Duty with stories, laughs, and a rare admin perspective! _________________________________ Gr...
Teachers' Mental Health: A Silent Crisis
05 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 worki...
Veteran vs. First-Year Teachers
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, the students truly have become the teachers. Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https:/...
Heartbreaking Student Stories From Outside the Classroom
22 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://www.boredteachers.com/comedy-tour Check out our MERCH! https://shop.b...
If Teachers Ran a School
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, the students truly have become the teachers. TOD Live episodes at the Saved By the Beach Bored Teachers Comedy Fest 2025: ht...
Spontaneous Lessons Learned from Students
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, the students truly have become the teachers. TOD Live episodes at the Saved By the Beach Bored Teachers Comedy Fest 2025: ht...
Teaching in December: It's the Most... Stressful Time of the Year!
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's about time to break out that advent calendar… Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT Get Teac...
Teaching FAILS: When the Lesson Plan Goes Wrong
24 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You wouldn't believe how quick our lesson plans go south… TOD Live episodes at the Saved By the Beach Bored Teachers Comedy Fest 2025: https://w...
Field Trip Nightmares: Real Teacher Stories
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes it's not about the destination, it's the journey. TOD Live episodes at the Saved By the Beach Bored Teachers Comedy Fest 2025: https://www...
Teacher Quirks That Drive the Rest of the School Crazy
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We all have that coworker we can't stand, and if you don't… we got some bad news for you. Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour he...
Students That Remind Us Why We Became Teachers
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
These kids really made all this hard work worth it! Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT Get Tea...
The Chaos of Teaching During Halloween!
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Casualties of the copy machine—every teacher's unsung Halloween horror. Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TO...
Hilarious Things Students Fight Over
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You wouldn't believe what started this fight in the hallway…. Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT ...
Unpacking School Rules: Are They For Students or Teachers?
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You know, if the teacher is 15 minutes late we get to go home… Right? 🚨 Big Announcement! 🚨 The Teachers Off Duty Podcast is hosting its ver...
Parents and Teachers: The Real Classroom Drama
06 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What qualities does it take to make a parent easy or difficult to work with? Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://b...
Ghosts in the Classroom: Teachers Share Their Creepiest Haunted School Stories
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As R.L Stein once said, viewers beware, you're in for a scare… Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT ...
Staff Meetings That Never Should Have Happened: Nightmare Stories!
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
So, why do we need to do a dance party in the staff meeting again? Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODB...
Teachers Taking a Stand: Saying No & Setting Boundaries
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can saying 'no' actually make you a better teacher? Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT Get Teac...
The Juiciest Student Drama We've Ever Witnessed!
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From breakups to viral TikToks, student drama isn't what it used to be… Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://bit.ly/TO...
The Most Ridiculous Teacher Dress Codes You'll Ever Hear!
01 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can wearing all black really make you a criminal? Some schools seem to think so! Can wearing all black really make you a criminal? Some schools seem t...
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Moments in Teaching
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Teaching isn't just about lesson plans… Grab your tickets for the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour here: https://www.boredteachers.com/comedy-tour Get ...
Kids Really Do Say the Funniest Things!
18 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Find out how a Teacher's Quick Comeback Made a Student Rethink Everything! Get 30 days of Teacher Style Box for free by going to https://teacherstyle...
You Won't Believe How These Teachers Make Teaching Fun!
11 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shadow Boxing Helps you with your Algebra!? Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Bri Richardson, Jess Smith, and Tyler Jackowski sha...
The Most Outrageous Student Roasts We've Ever Heard! 😳
04 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Why Teachers Quit and How to Retain Them
28 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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,...
Our First Year Teaching was ROUGH…
21 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 Jack...
The Secret Summer Lives of Teachers
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our teachers have had the weirdest summer jobs… Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Bri Richardson, Devin Siebold, and Jess Smit...
These Observations are Getting Out of Hand!
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Hilarious 'Teacher Math' That Nails Teacher Life
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This Teacher Math Doesn't Add Up. Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Bri Richardson, Devin Seibold, and Jess Smith discuss school...
4-Day School Weeks: Crazy or Genius?
23 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Right or Wrong? The Teacher Edition!
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 Smit...
The Worst Teacher Advice We've Ever Gotten
09 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I don't think we should trust these people with classroom advice… Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Bri Richardson, Gabe Danne...
Why Middle School Teachers Are a Special Breed of Educators
02 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our middle school students did what!? Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Bri Richardson, Gabe Dannenbring, and Jess Smith gi...
Funniest End-of-Year Stories and Struggles 🎉🤣
26 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey best friends! Welcome to this week's episode of "Teachers Off Duty" with Bri Richardson aka HonestTeacherVibes and give a welcome back to these Bo...
Shocking Stories of Teachers Who Made Headlines
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ex boyfriends and rogue bats… It's been a weird news day Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Bri Richardson, Devin Siebold, a...
What's Up With Students Behavior These Days?
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are notebook grenades a thing now!? Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! Join Bri Richardson, Devin Siebold, and James Yon in this 'Crying in My Car Pod...