Parhaat Teaching Stories Podcastit (2024)

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Staff Infections (Meetings) 20:00

8d ago20:00

20:00

Welcome to We Didn't Know What We Didn't Know, where retired teachers Sue and Lisa spill the tea—and maybe some coffee—on life in the classroom and beyond. In this episode, they tackle the universal torment of school staff meetings with a brilliant survival tool: Staff Meeting Bingo. Because if you're stuck in a meeting that could’ve been an email,…

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Substitute Teaching 29:10

2M ago29:10

29:10

Lisa and Sue reminisce about their wildest substitute teaching experiences. From quirky subs like the "ear piercing enthusiast" to the "life insurance lecturer," they share stories that left classrooms in stitches or stunned silence. They swap tales of subs reorganizing desks, misusing classroom tools, and even abandoning their post after lunch! Th…

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Stupid Screens 20:13

2M ago20:13

20:13

In this episode of We Didn’t Know What We Didn’t Know, Sue and Lisa tackle the challenges teachers face in the age of screens. From the days of three-channel TVs and foil-covered rabbit ears to the overwhelming presence of iPads and smartphones, the duo humorously discusses how students’ brains have become wired like video games. They share stories…

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Early Birds Vs. Night Owls 22:33

3M ago22:33

22:33

On today's episode, Sue and Lisa take a humorous dive into the quirks of being early birds versus night owls, especially in the chaotic world of elementary school teaching. They uncover the morning growls, caffeine-fueled sprints, and Cosmic brownies that defined their decades in the classroom. One of them is a chipper early bird, sipping coffee at…

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Welcome Back, You're Fired? 14:58

3M ago14:58

14:58

Today on We Didn’t Know What We Didn’t Know, Lisa and Sue thank their lucky stars they're not at Teacher Back Day—five days of mandatory bonding, awkward wellness activities, and the ever-looming threat of budget cuts. School district workers were told that the district may need to "let go" up to 300 new hires if another referendum doesn't pass in …

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Teacher Nursing Home- A Short- Our 50th Episode! 11:21

3M ago11:21

11:21

In this laugh-out-loud short, our 50th episode, (!) retired educators Sue and Lisa dive into the absurd yet hilarious idea of a nursing home exclusively for retired teachers. Imagine ex-principals thinking they are running the place, while residents engage in wheelchair races, balloon volleyball, and GoNoodle brain breaks. Hallways are adorned with…

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Teacher Brain-Blessing or Burden? 21:06

4M ago21:06

21:06

In their 49th podcast episode, "The Teacher Brain—Blessing or Burden?", hosts Sue and Lisa dive into the eternal struggle of turning off the "teacher brain." From accidentally organizing strangers' children at the park to obsessing over classroom supplies, these retired teachers can't help but see the world through an educational lens. They recount…

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Lounge Lizards-The Teacher's Lounge 23:45

5M ago23:45

23:45

In this episode we join Lisa, who’s fresh back from a serene Portugal trip, but now reeling from eye surgery. Despite Lisa's "bloody eye" issues, she’s ready to dive into the day's topic: the mythical Teacher’s Lounge. It’s not just a place; it's an institution filled with characters straight out of a sitcom. Remember the "lounge lizard"? The veter…

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Gettin' Older Than Dirt 23:52

6M ago23:52

23:52

Sue and Lisa, two seasoned educators, catch up in their podcast to discuss the often humorous side of life as we all age. This episode dives into their continued conversation about retirement, introducing well-intentioned games and phone calls with retired friends. The duo brainstorms quirky business ideas like an AI-driven 'teacher immersion room'…

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Teachers, Are We Really Rockin' Retirement? 29:13

6M ago29:13

29:13

In episode 46, Sue and Lisa are cozied up in Sue's new Scamp Camper, aka their new mobile podcast studio, shielded from the rain by the camper's rat-fur walls. Yes, rat fur, but don’t let that deter you; it’s just part of the charm! These two retirees are planning to conquer the world, dreaming of a comedy show tour from the tiny camper, or they co…

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Teacher Game Show Finale-Reboot 19:32

7M ago19:32

19:32

In the thrilling conclusion of our "Teach It Reality TV Gameshow," the hosts unveil the winner. The two contestants face the dreaded speed round, deciding if the scenarios are true or not true. Michael emerges triumphant, lauded for his quick thinking and wit in navigating these bizarre but often TRUE classroom scenarios. Michael and runner-up Kim,…

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Teacher Game Show Part 2 Reboot 29:11

7M ago29:11

29:11

Welcome back to 'We Didn't Know What We Didn't Know'! In today's episode, Sue and Lisa dive headfirst into their hilarious teacher game show reboot, pitting non-teachers against the challenges educators face daily. From crayfish conundrums to accidental underwear rags, the laughs are non-stop! First up, Donald, the bureaucratic non-educator from Ca…

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Teacher Game Show Part 1 Reboot 21:42

7M ago21:42

21:42

Because Lisa just became a Grandma again, and Sue is taking some time off to reinvent herself, we've decided to reboot our fantastic episodes about our Teacher Game Show. In this first episode of three, we explore the challenges of teaching through a game show format, first putting professional teachers to the test with absurd scenarios straight fr…

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Leaving Your Legacy 19:55

8M ago19:55

19:55

In this episode, Sue and Lisa dive into the hilarious world of leaving behind remnants of their teaching careers. From inadvertently leaving confidential papers in storage units to daring Lego heists, they recount the comical mishaps and memorable moments that define their legacies. As they reminisce about the quirky traditions and pranks that infu…

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Ageism 21:44

8M ago21:44

21:44

Welcome to our Teacher Comedy Podcast with Sue and Lisa, where they're hitting it like pros, just like they did back in '36 Sicily. In today's episode, they tackle the topic of ageism with their signature blend of humor and insight. Sue shares the dreams she's been having after retirement, including one where Lisa's a bus driver navigating the chal…

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The Frickin' Golden Apple 22:10

9M ago22:10

22:10

Join Lisa and Sue, two retired elementary school teachers with over 30 years of experience each, as they dive into the hilarious world of education in their latest podcast adventure. After failed attempts to publish their comedic experiences in a book, they decided to take matters into their own hands and share their stories out loud. In this episo…

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Take This Grade and Shove It 20:50

11M ago20:50

20:50

Welcome to the wacky world of "Grades and Chocolate: A Podcast of Sweet and Savvy Ratings!" Join Sue and Lisa as they embark on a hilarious journey through the absurdity of grading systems. From school grades to bathroom scales, this dynamic duo covers it all. But hold on, it's not all about A's and B's! The hosts introduce a groundbreaking rating …

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Surviving the Chaos-Student Teachers Unleashed! 23:09

12M ago23:09

23:09

In this uproarious episode, hosts Lisa and Sue dive headfirst into the wild world of student teachers, sharing their experiences and unforgettable encounters. From the get-go, it's clear that Lisa isn't one to share her classroom easily, citing her aversion to relinquishing control, confessing that she'd rather not share her students—or her drinks!…

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Old Time Teachers 23:55

1y ago23:55

23:55

Do you constantly reminisce about days gone by? Are you quite certain that education was simply better "back in the day?" Well, Sue and Lisa beg to differ. By the way, our students COULD read and write in CURSIVE and they SAID THE PLEDGE of allegiance every day. Plus, they could TYPE their 5 page essays after GOOGLING how to SPELL tricky words like…

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Recess Duty 26:20

1y ago26:20

26:20

We didn't know what we didn't know what it was like for our teachers when we were children having fun on the playground in the 1970's. Sue and Lisa discuss the craziness of having recess duty now that they DO KNOW. Screaming, "Hold your balls!" Covid recess, aka. the Berlin Wall. Designated snow. Sleeping bag coats, boot trackers, and orange vests.…

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Recess! 28:36

1y ago28:36

28:36

Sue and Lisa discuss the kinds of kids they were during school recess, and they wonder if the same types exist in the wild today. Were you a climber, a whiner, a swinger or a clinger? They even wrote their own Billy Joel parody song about it. Stand back, Weird Al! #teacher #teacherfunny #teacherprobs #teacherblogger #teacherquotes #teachertalk #tea…

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Lunch Lady Heroes 30:12

1y ago30:12

30:12

Some heroes wear a cape & can lift a car over their head, but some wear a hairnet and can lift heavy trays of hot chicken nuggets with one hand. Today we talk about the Lunch Lady (and man?) Heroes of the school. Well, mainly we tell our own lunch stories from our memories. #teacher #teacherfunny #teacherprobs #teacherblogger #teacherquotes #teache…

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Getting Your Butt To School 33:13

1+ y ago33:13

33:13

Happy Anniversay everbody! Sue and Lisa are here to begin year 3 of podcasting. This episode tackles dressing mishaps, moped hair, accidents galore, and the wrath of a woman whose parking space was taken. Laugh along with us as we tell our teacher stories from the last 35 years. Share your stories with us, please? Email us: podcastwedidntknow@gmail…

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Bullies in the Back of the Bus 16:13

1+ y ago16:13

16:13

A school bus is really just a large metal tube with seats built like walls, hiding up to 75 loud children, hiding ungodly things from the sight of the bus driver. That driver most assuredly is not singing "Move on back" or thinking about the "swish, swish, swish " of the wipers. Join Lisa and Sue on a harrowing journey back to their memories of bus…

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Teacher Technology Through the Years 30:14

1+ y ago30:14

30:14

It's time to dust off your floppy disk, warm up your Apple 2E, and journey on the Oregon Trail with Sue and Lisa! This time we talk about how technology in the schools has changed over the decades for both teachers and students. What do you remember from your childhood? Do you miss it, or is it only fit for the dumpster? #teacher #teacherfunny #tea…

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Teacher Bootcamp Part 2 23:00

1+ y ago23:00

23:00

It's time for part 2 of our seminar called "Teacher Training Boot Camp" This session's traits are perseverance, adaptability, (fast thinking) tolerance, and of course, collaboration, aka. co-BLAB-oration. Copy and paste this link in your browser to watch the accompanying YouTube video: https://youtu.be/PFrLA9SSvR4 (or click link below) #teacher #te…

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Teacher Bootcamp Part 1 30:06

1+ y ago30:06

30:06

Are you ready to sign up for a free 2-day seminar called "Teacher Training Boot Camp?" Sue and Lisa will lead you through the difficult and often timed tasks that will separate the tough & able from the weak quitters. Today we tackle these traits: stamina, patience, grit, acceptance, and love. Does this sound like a serious podcast, suitable for no…

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Teaching Styles 26:56

1+ y ago26:56

26:56

We have all been to school. We know the signs. There's Mr. Comedian, Mrs. Militant, and Ms. Mom. Sue and Lisa have a lot to say about the teaching styles they have encountered over the past 35 years. #teacher #teacherfunny #teacherprobs #teacherblogger #teacherquotes #teachertalk #teacherlove #teacherfun #teachersofthegram #teacherstatus #teacherti…

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Teacher Styles 21:25

2y ago21:25

21:25

So...we picked on parenting styles last time. Thinking about birth order was too triggering for Sue (middle child), so we decided to think about all of those staff meetings, when true personalities and teacher styles came out, along with claws, avoidance, tears, and enthusiasm. We felt an overwhelming compulsion to dramatize the scenarios we are ta…

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Parenting Styles-Tigers & Snowplows & Jellyfish 30:51

2y ago30:51

30:51

What kind of parent are you? A snowplow? A Tiger? A Jellyfish? Helicopter? Invisible? Lisa and Sue are not young enough to know everything, but we know parents. In this episode, we share lots of stories of close encounters of the helicopter kind. Don't worry, we have changed the names to protect everybody. #teacher #teacherfunny #teacherprobs #teac…

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Teachers As Parents-The Trauma Was Real 26:34

2y ago26:34

26:34

Sue and Lisa share the funny things their own children had to endure because their Moms were teachers. Are you a teacher's kid or a teacher with your own tormented kids? Email us your funny, frustrating, or frightening story to podcastwedidntknow@gmail.com. #teacher #teacherfunny #teacherprobs #teacherblogger #teacherquotes #teachertalk #teacherlov…

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Teachers Who Haunt Us 31:03

2y ago31:03

31:03

Calling all demon and witch teachers from our past. You know who you are. We are going to talk about the trauma you caused us. You haunted us with number one machines, burned creamed corn, fruit flies, and crusty milk pants. Disclaimer: We know teaching is a tough profession, and everyone has their "Oops" moments, including us. But this is a comedy…

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How to Survive A School Year 27:05

2y ago27:05

27:05

There is nothing like a shiny, new school year, so full of hopes and dreams. Then, as reality crashes all around, you might need a blue blankie and a quiet corner to say good-bye to your hopes, and dream of retirement. Sue and Lisa share some funny stories about the first day blues. They really didn't know what they didn't know. Learn from them. Pl…

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Starting A School Year the RIGHT Way 27:17

2y ago27:17

27:17

Sue and Lisa have more than a few things to say about the craziness of starting a new school year in an elementary classroom. The main question: is ingenuitive a word? Sue still says it is not, but who wants to challenge a mic drop? #teacher #teacherfunny #teacherprobs #teacherblogger #teacherquotes #teachertalk #teacherlove #teacherfun #teachersof…

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Happy Anniversary! 25:15

2+ y ago25:15

25:15

Sue and Lisa have been podcasters for one year! Listen and laugh along with us as we reminisce. Have you shared this laughter-fest podcast with a stressed-out educator? go ahead... Thanks for listening! #teacher #teacherfunny #teacherprobs #teacherblogger #teacherquotes #teachertalk #teacherlove #teacherfun #teachersofthegram #teacherstatus #teache…

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Summer Fabulousness 30:46

2+ y ago30:46

30:46

It is summer, friends! Sue and Lisa reminisce about summers past and discuss all the weird and wonderful jobs and hobbies teachers do during those precious weeks of summer. Do you have comments or things to share? Here's our email: podcastwedidntknow@gmail.com #teacher #teacherfunny #teacherprobs #teacherblogger #teacherquotes #teachertalk #teacher…

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Ending A School Year the RIGHT Way 24:53

2+ y ago24:53

24:53

Lisa is officially retired, but before we celebrate, it is time to discuss the end of a great school year with a Gaga pit, bloody dunk tanks, road rash, a caterpillar vagina, and a flaming middle finger. #teacher #teacherfunny #teacherprobs #teacherblogger #teacherquotes #teachertalk #teacherlove #teacherfun #teachersofthegram #teacherstatus #teach…

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Quit your day job with Becs Leighton 24:31

2+ y ago24:31

24:31

Today we’re heading to the UK to visit Becs Leighton. Becs had a successful career and one that she enjoyed before she gave it up to go all in with teaching and find a better life-balance for her and her family. I hope you’ll be inspired by her bravery and passion, I know I was! Becs Leighton is a piano and flute teacher based in Bingley, West York…

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Tell me you don't know with Lisa Kisselstein 24:59

2+ y ago24:59

24:59

Today we’re visiting with Lisa Kisselstein in New York. Lisa is the definition of a lifelong learner in my book, she’s constantly questioning and seeking out answers and, as we discuss, admitting when she doesn’t know something yet. I know you’ll love our conversation and that it’ll give you an energy boost for your day. Links mentioned today… Vibr…

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A world-inspired studio with Aura Ruddell 27:17

2+ y ago27:17

27:17

Today we’re heading to Seattle to chat to Aura Ruddell. Aura’s diverse studio sounds like exactly the place I want to learn! Content warning that you may have an urge to head back in time and sign up for lessons with her too. ;) Aura Ruddell is a musician and the owner of Cicada Music School, an inclusive music and piano studio in Seattle for stude…

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Embracing imperfection with Marcia Kravis 14:20

2+ y ago14:20

14:20

Today we’re heading to New Jersey to hear from Marcia Kravis. Marcia’s journey from harpsichordist to piano teacher is a fascinating one with lots of lessons about enjoying the longer route on the way. Marcia teaches children ages 4 - 80 in Philadelphia, USA. Because her piano lives out of town, she bicycles to her students’ homes to teach them. Tr…

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Travelling to teaching with Mei Po Sum 32:07

2+ y ago32:07

32:07

Today we’re heading to Singapore to visit Mei Po Sum. She hasn’t always lived there, though…far from it. Her story gave me instant itchy feet for travelling and, even more that, many flashbacks to my beginning years of teaching when I let parents run my studio. If you can relate, I think you’ll appreciate Mei Po’s perspective. Mei Po has played the…

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Exploring new strategies with Juanita Stauffer 19:07

2+ y ago19:07

19:07

Today we’re visiting Juanita Stauffer in Alberta, Canada. I’m hoping to meet Juanita in real life when covid finally allows me to attend the Alberta Piano Teacher’s Association conference but until then it was such a pleasure to chat with her virtually. I think Juanita’s advice about sticking to your policies might hit home for you in a way that th…

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Girls Just Wanna Have Fun-Part 2 29:21

2+ y ago29:21

29:21

Our stress reducer stories continue, but enter the more dangerous territory of hospital visits and reprimands. #teacher #teacherfunny #teacherprobs #teacherblogger #teacherquotes #teachertalk #teacherlove #teacherfun #teachersofthegram #teacherstatus #teachertips #teacherideas #teachersoninstagram #teachermode #teachertraning #teacheroutfit #teache…

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Teach or swim with Graham Diesel 25:56

2+ y ago25:56

25:56

Today we’re visiting Graham Diesel in South Africa. Graham has been thrown into the deep end of teaching over and over and has some great insights on the differences between the classroom and the private lesson. Links mentioned today… Vibrant Music Teaching: vibrantmusicteaching.comKirjoittanut Nicola Cantan

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Stop shoulding yourself with Fiona Cockling 25:06

2+ y ago25:06

25:06

Today we’re going to hear from Fiona Cockling in England. Like me, Fiona didn’t study music at university and she sometimes deals with self-doubt when talking to other teachers online. Listen to hear how she manages these thoughts and finds balance in her studio. Fiona has lived and worked in the north east of England for almost 2 decades and teach…

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Late to the games party with Carmen Carpenter 24:17

2+ y ago24:17

24:17

Today we’re heading over to Carmen Carpenter in Pennsylvania. Carmen describes herself in this interview as being late to using games but I say you’re never too late to join this party! If you’ve never used games to teach…perhaps this will inspire you to try it this week? Carmen Carpenter has taught music in a school setting as well as in her home …

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Girls Just Wanna Have Fun-Part 1 31:46

2+ y ago31:46

31:46

How do you get through the tough times in life? Lisa and Sue are joined by 3 teacher friends who reminisce about how they handled stress through the years. We suggest you ignore their advice. #teacher #teacherfunny #teacherprobs #teacherblogger #teacherquotes #teachertalk #teacherlove #teacherfun #teachersofthegram #teacherstatus #teachertips #teac…

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Search for the Spark with Lydia Wills 29:08

2+ y ago29:08

29:08

LYDIA INTRODUCTION Today we’re heading to Australia to visit Lydia Wills. Her first teacher is an unusual story! I’d love to hear if you had a similar experience. Lydia’s thoughts on understanding that our students are not us particularly stood out to me in our conversation and I hope you get some thinking points from that too. Links mentioned toda…

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Why Did I Keep That? 33:50

2+ y ago33:50

33:50

As the retiring Lisa cleans out her classroom for the last time, she is asking herself the same question most teachers have asked for decades, "Why is that here?" We have found some crazy things in our classrooms, and in our desks. How about you? If you have pictures of the funny or strange items from your desk, please email them to us at podcastwe…

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