Non-Professional Development

💥 This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we’re back from a short spring break… and somehow already overwhelmed.The episode starts exactly where you’d expect: with Dave defending the bidet lifestyle, arguing about Amazon reviews, and trying to figure out how someone buys six bidets and still can’t prove one made it to Ted’s house.From there, we jump straight into peak teacher season — field trip paperwork, pizza receipt disasters, camping trip planning, parent questions, and the terrifying realization that we’re about to take 72 students into the woods.Yes. Again.We also talk about students getting their first jobs and learning the hard truth that work is… well, work. From late paychecks to frustrating bosses, Dave and Ted break down the weird transition from student life to real-world responsibility.And because this is NPD, the episode somehow also includes old-school classroom intercoms, pneumatic tube systems, Senior Skip Day, and a surprisingly solid idea for giving seniors sick days and personal days like they’re already in the workforce.So yes — bidets, bears, PTO, and pizza paperwork. Normal teacher stuff. 🎧 What to Expect:– Dave’s passionate defense of the bidet lifestyle– Amazon reviews, one-star chaos, and questionable installation complaints– Spring break being over way too quickly– Field trip paperwork and the nightmare of ordering pizza through official channels– Planning a massive camping trip with 72 students– Parent questions about pillows, sleeping bags, food, and survival– Students learning the harsh truths of their first jobs– Senior Skip Day and whether students should get PTO– Old-school classroom intercoms and school tech nostalgia– A surprisingly practical idea about teaching responsibility before graduation🙌 Why Tune In?Because teaching is somehow 10% lesson planning, 20% emotional support, 30% paperwork, and 40% explaining why students should not forage for mushrooms on a camping trip.This episode is classic NPD — ridiculous, relatable, weirdly practical, and full of the kind of teacher conversations that start with bidets and end with education reform.🚨 Join Our Patreon Community! 🚨Want bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes chaos, early releases, and exclusive segments that don’t always make the main feed?Support the podcast and become part of the NPD inner circle:👉 https://patreon.com/nonprofessionaldevelopment📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like💬 Comment🔔 SubscribeAnd tag someone who has very strong opinions about bidets, field trips, or Senior Skip Day.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and stories that remind you why education is the wildest job on earth.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!- What’s the wildest field trip or camping trip story you have?- Did your school have Senior Skip Day?- What was your first job — and how quickly did you realize work was work?Drop it in the comments — we might feature it next episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser: Episode 34 is coming… and based on how this spring is going, we’re probably bringing more paperwork, more chaos, and at least one bad idea.#TeacherPodcast #TeacherLife #EducationHumor #NPDpodcast #SeniorSkipDay #CampingTripChaos #FieldTripProblems #BidetDebate #ClassroomChaos #PodcastComedy #TeacherStories

💥 This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we somehow start with colorblind camouflage design… and end with an existential crisis about human existence.So honestly, a pretty normal episode for us.After returning from our off-set birthday special, we’re back in the studio and immediately spiraling into arguments about what “low key” actually means, whether Dave could successfully design camouflage while being colorblind, and why the sounds of our childhood were somehow both terrifying and comforting at the same time.Naturally, this turns into a full nostalgia trip featuring dial-up internet, Nextel chirps, THX sound effects, Teddy Ruxpin, and the realization that students today will never understand the psychological damage caused by early internet noises.Somewhere in the middle of all this chaos, we take a moment to celebrate one of Ted’s students becoming EMT certified — leading into a conversation about the positive classroom moments that deserve way more attention than they get.Then things take another turn.A casual discussion about family trees somehow evolves into the horrifying realization that all of us technically needed 4096 great grandparents just to exist… which immediately sends the podcast into full midlife crisis territory.So yes — this episode contains nostalgia, teacher reflections, identity crises, and at least one argument that absolutely did not need to happen.🎧 What to Expect:– Dave attempting to imagine colorblind camouflage design– A completely unnecessary argument about the phrase “low key”– Ted’s Time Machine: the terrifying sounds of the early internet era– Dial-up internet, Nextel chirps, THX intros & Teddy Ruxpin nostalgia– Celebrating Ted’s first EMT-certified student– Positive teacher moments that deserve more recognition– The shocking realization that you needed 4096 great grandparents to exist– An accidental full-podcast existential crisis– Classic NPD spiraling and emotional damage🙌 Why Tune In?Because sometimes the funniest conversations start with something completely ridiculous and somehow end with you questioning reality. This episode perfectly captures what NPD has become: nostalgia, chaos, teacher stories, random arguments, and the occasional unexpectedly meaningful moment hiding underneath the nonsense.Also… if dial-up internet noises still trigger something deep inside your soul, this episode is for you.🚨 Join Our Patreon Community! 🚨Want bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes chaos, early releases, and exclusive segments that don’t always make the main feed?Support the podcast and become part of the NPD inner circle:👉 https://patreon.com/nonprofessionaldevelopment📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like💬 Comment🔔 SubscribeAnd tag someone who still remembers the sound of dial-up internet connecting.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and stories that remind you why education is the wildest job on earth.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → Click Here for NPD Socials👇 We Want Your Stories!- What childhood sound instantly brings you back?- What’s the dumbest argument you’ve ever had with your friends?- Have you ever accidentally spiraled into a full existential crisis mid-conversation?Drop it in the comments — we might feature it next episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser: Episode 33 is coming… and based on our current trajectory, we’re probably only getting weirder.#TeacherPodcast #DialUpInternet #MillennialNostalgia #TeacherLife #NPDpodcast #EducationHumor #PodcastComedy #ClassroomChaos #TeacherStories #ExistentialCrisis

💥 This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we’re officially off-set and on location for a very special episode — filmed at Dave’s parents’ house just before his annual “Birthday Thanksgiving” celebration.Yes… Thanksgiving. In April.We kick things off with a full birthday surprise moment, complete with some very questionable space-themed gifts (including one that might actually heat a room… or just confuse everyone). From there, we settle into the chaos of recording outside the studio, surrounded by decades of tradition, family stories, and a full house getting ready to celebrate.Naturally, things spiral.We dive into some of the most unhinged prank stories we’ve ever pulled (and maybe regret), relive moments that probably went too far, and share the kind of stories that only come out when you’re not in the studio and slightly distracted by a giant turkey being cooked in the background.We also take a moment to reflect on what makes teaching so unique — from meaningful student moments to the unexpected ways students show appreciation that stick with you long after the class ends.And yes… this episode includes one of the most legendary stories we’ve ever told.🎧 What to Expect:– A special off-set episode filmed at Dave’s parents’ house– The tradition of “Birthday Thanksgiving” (and why it exists)– Dave opening hilariously questionable space-themed birthday gifts– Some of our most chaotic and over-the-top prank stories– The prank that may have gone a little too far– A heartfelt moment about student gifts and appreciation– The story behind one unforgettable fountain pen incident– Behind-the-scenes chaos before a 17-person birthday Thanksgiving🙌 Why Tune In?Because this isn’t just another episode — it’s a behind-the-scenes look at the chaos, traditions, and stories that make this podcast what it is. From ridiculous birthday gifts to unforgettable prank moments and genuine reflections on teaching, this episode captures everything that makes NPD… NPD.It’s messy, it’s real, and it’s one of our most personal episodes yet.🚨 Join Our Patreon Community! 🚨Want bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes chaos, early releases, and exclusive segments that don’t always make the main feed?Support the podcast and become part of the NPD inner circle:👉 https://patreon.com/nonprofessionaldevelopment📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like💬 Comment🔔 SubscribeAnd tag someone who would absolutely celebrate Thanksgiving on their birthday.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and stories that remind you why education is the wildest job on earth.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → Click here for NPD Socials 👇 We Want Your Stories!- What’s the weirdest birthday tradition you’ve ever had?- Have you ever pulled (or been the victim of) a prank that went too far?- What’s the most thoughtful gift you’ve ever received from a student?Drop it in the comments — we might feature it next episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser: Episode 32 is coming… and we might be back in the studio (no promises).#TeacherPodcast #BirthdayChaos #OffSetEpisode #ThanksgivingInApril #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #TeacherLife #PodcastComedy #PrankStories #ClassroomStories

💥 This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we start with a debate that somehow turns serious: how often should you wash your jeans? Dave and Ted quickly realize they are not on the same page… and now we need answers.From there, we spiral into one of the most relatable teacher thoughts ever — what if school announcements happened in real workplaces? Imagine a Fortune 500 meeting getting interrupted by “someone left their water bottle in the hallway,” or a Petco employee getting called out mid-shift. Teachers know: announcements can mean anything from completely random to someone is absolutely in trouble.Then we shift gears into a real conversation about how students are terrified of college — and why it’s actually a much better experience than high school (despite what they’ve been told).Ted’s Time Machine makes a return, throwing it back to classic New England field trips — Washington, D.C., Sturbridge Village, the Peabody Museum, and all the experiences students today don’t realize they’ll miss until it’s too late.We also sit back and listen to one of the most chaotic classroom moments: students giving advice to other students. From dating to calling out of work, the advice gets so bad that we have to decide when to step in… and when to just let it happen.And finally, Dave brings back “Let’s Type” to write a letter to none other than celebrity chef Alton Brown, after a heated debate over what a pellicle actually is.Yes… Ted was right.🎧 What to Expect:– The great jeans washing debate (how often is too often?)– What school announcements would sound like in real workplaces– The chaos of classroom announcements teachers know too well– Why students are unnecessarily afraid of college– Ted’s Time Machine: classic New England field trips– Students giving absolutely unhinged advice to each other– When teachers step in… and when they definitely should– The return of “Let’s Type” with a letter to Alton Brown– The pellicle debate that started it all🙌 Why Tune In?Because every teacher has paused mid-lesson waiting for an announcement that makes no sense. Because students truly believe college is terrifying when it’s actually one of the best experiences they’ll have. And because sometimes the best classroom moments come from letting students talk… even when it goes completely off the rails.This episode is classic NPD — chaotic, relatable, and filled with the kind of moments only teachers understand.🚨 Join Our Patreon Community! 🚨Want bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes chaos, early releases, and exclusive segments that don’t always make the main feed?Support the podcast and become part of the NPD inner circle:👉 Click Here to Join the NPD Patreon📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like 💬 Comment 🔔 SubscribeAnd tag someone who has very strong opinions about how often jeans should be washed.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and stories that remind you why education is the wildest job on earth.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → Follow the NPD Socials 👇 We Want Your Stories!- How often do YOU wash your jeans?- What’s the weirdest school announcement you’ve ever heard?- What’s the worst advice you’ve heard a student give another student?Drop it in the comments — we might feature it next episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 31 is coming… and we’re already questioning our decisions.#TeacherPodcast #TeacherLife #EducationHumor #NPDpodcast #SchoolAnnouncements #CollegeLife #FieldTripMemories #ClassroomChaos #PodcastComedy #TeacherStories

💥 This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we kick things off with one of the strangest preshow conversations yet — Dave insists he has an invisible rash, and Ted immediately jumps to the only logical conclusion: scabies… somehow caused by clementine's.From there, things take a much more wholesome turn as we celebrate one of Ted’s students becoming EMT certified — and reflect on the kinds of classroom wins that don’t get talked about enough, but absolutely should.Of course, it wouldn’t be NPD without a hard left turn.We spiral into stories about police department psych exams, talk about why students being “mean” is actually a good sign (most of the time), and then dive into the movies we watched growing up that probably should not have been shown to children.That somehow leads to Dave calling his dad mid-episode to confirm a childhood sleepwalking story… which only raises more questions.And yes — we may or may not be planning an NPD sleepover.🎧 What to Expect:– Dave’s “invisible rash” and Ted’s scabies diagnosis– A colorblind test that quickly derails the episode– Celebrating Ted’s first EMT-certified student– The importance of recognizing positive classroom moments– Dave & Ted’s unforgettable psych exam stories– Why students being “mean” is sometimes a good sign– Millennial movies that absolutely traumatized us as kids– Dave calling his dad to verify a sleepwalking story– The upcoming NPD sleepover chaos🙌 Why Tune In?Because teaching isn’t just chaos — it’s also the moments where you see students succeed in ways that actually matter. This episode balances the ridiculous (invisible rashes and movie trauma) with the real (celebrating student growth and connection), which is exactly what the classroom experience feels like.This is classic NPD — unpredictable, hilarious, and surprisingly meaningful.🚨 Join Our Patreon Community! 🚨Want bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes chaos, early releases, and exclusive segments that don’t always make the main feed?Support the podcast and become part of the NPD inner circle:👉 Click Here for the NPD Patreon📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like💬 Comment🔔 SubscribeAnd tag someone who definitely watched a movie as a kid they had no business watching.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and stories that remind you why education is the wildest job on earth.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → Click Here for NPD Socials👇 We Want Your Stories!- What’s a classroom win you’ll never forget?- Did you ever watch a movie as a kid that completely freaked you out?- Have you ever had to call someone mid-conversation just to prove you were right?Drop it in the comments — we might feature it next episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 30 is coming… and we’re already making questionable decisions.#TeacherPodcast #TeacherLife #EducationHumor #NPDpodcast #StudentWins #MovieTrauma #ClassroomStories #PodcastComedy #TeacherStories #MillennialMemories

💥🍀 This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day the only way we know how — with absolute chaos.It starts with Dave discovering that he might be a little more… eccentric than he thought, which immediately spirals into Ted and Mark (Goose) roasting him into oblivion. From there, we jump into a debate about whether phones can actually replace computers — and let’s just say, not everyone agrees.Then things really go off the rails.We introduce one of the most questionable ideas we’ve ever had: using an expandable fork to sneak bites of student food, revisit the legendary “Fart Gate” bus stories, and relive the moment Dave made the critical mistake of challenging a student to ping pong… and paid the price.We somehow wrap it all up with a real conversation about motivation, connecting with students, and why sometimes the best teaching moments happen outside the classroom.Yes. This episode has range.🎧 What to Expect:– Dave learning he’s “eccentric” and immediately regretting it– Phones vs. computers debate (Ted & Dave vs. Goose)– Ted’s Time Machine: things you still can’t do on a phone– The expandable fork experiment (aka stealing food from students)– The legendary “Fart Gate” / bus ride chaos stories– Dave getting completely humbled in a student ping pong match– Teacher motivation strategies that actually connect with students– Visiting students at jobs, dismissal moments, and real-world impact🙌 Why Tune In?Because no one prepares you for the moment you get blamed for a bus incident you didn’t cause… or when a student absolutely destroys you in a game you thought you’d dominate. This episode is chaotic, hilarious, and somehow still grounded in what makes teaching meaningful — the connections, the moments, and the stories you’ll never forget.This is peak NPD energy — unfiltered, ridiculous, and unexpectedly real.🚨 Join Our Patreon Community! 🚨Want bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes chaos, early releases, and exclusive segments that don’t always make the main feed?Support the podcast and become part of the NPD inner circle:👉 Join the NPD Patreon Here!📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like 💬 Comment 🔔 SubscribeAnd tag someone who would absolutely try the expandable fork strategy.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and stories that remind you why education is the wildest job on earth.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → Click Here for NPD Socials👇 We Want Your Stories!What’s the most chaotic thing that’s happened on a school bus?Have you ever been humbled by a student in the worst way possible?What’s your best “caught doing something you shouldn’t” teacher moment?Drop it in the comments — we might feature it next episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 29 is coming… and we’re already questioning our decisions.#TeacherPodcast #StPatricksDay #FartGate #TeacherLife #EducationHumor #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #ClassroomChaos #PodcastComedy #TeacherStories

💥 This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we’re celebrating one full year of NPD — and reflecting on just how ridiculous this journey has been.From some of our favorite stories and moments over the past year to one of the strangest snow day situations Dave has ever experienced, this episode turns into a mix of nostalgia, chaos, and a reminder of why teaching (and podcasting about it) is never boring.We also take a trip back in time to a childhood ritual students today simply won’t understand — and toss around an idea that might become the most nostalgic NPD episode yet.🎧 What to Expect:– Celebrating one full year of the NPD Podcast– Dave’s real-life “Home Alone” snow day at school– Playing Mario Kart on a 19-foot classroom board– VR air-traffic controller training during a snow day– Practicing nunchucks on a mannequin (for reasons)– Ted’s Time Machine: the Blockbuster rental era– The idea of an NPD Nintendo 64 sleepover– How teachers experience students’ lives after graduation– Why current students feel pressure about the future🙌 Why Tune In?Because one year of podcasting has proven something: the strangest stories teachers tell are almost always the real ones. Whether it’s snow days alone in empty schools, the nostalgia of Blockbuster nights, or reflecting on the impact teachers have on students long after graduation, this episode captures exactly why we started the podcast in the first place.It’s a celebration of one year of chaos, nostalgia, and the ridiculous reality of education.🚨 Join Our Patreon Community! 🚨Want bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes chaos, early releases, and exclusive segments that don’t always make the main feed?Support the podcast and become part of the NPD inner circle:👉 Click Here to Join the NPD Patreon!📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe - And tag someone who remembers the Blockbuster Friday night scramble.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and stories that remind you why education is the wildest job on earth.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → Click Here for NPD Socials! 👇 We Want Your Stories!- Did you ever have a Blockbuster movie night ritual?- What would you do if you had an entire school building to yourself on a snow day?- What’s the most surprising thing you’ve learned about a former student years later?Drop it in the comments — we might feature it next episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 28 is coming… and based on our track record, it’s probably going to get weird again.#TeacherPodcast #BlockbusterNostalgia #TeacherLife #NPDpodcast #EducationHumor #TeacherStories #SnowDayChaos #PodcastComedy #SchoolMemories #Nintendo64

💥 This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, Ted and Dave realize something terrifying:We’re old... Like rotary phone, dial-up internet, AIM away message, and MySpace-Top-8 old. What starts as a nostalgic conversation about growing up before smartphones quickly turns into one of the most chaotic teacher episodes yet.Dave runs a classroom experiment to answer a question every teacher has secretly wondered:How many questions do students actually ask in a day?Armed with a handheld counter, he tracks every question that comes his way — and the total number ends up being absolutely ridiculous.But the real highlight of the episode might be Dave’s legendary high school story about The Root Beer Locker — a secret half-locker filled with IBC root beer bottles shared between a few trusted friends and a maintenance worker who helped keep the soda stash alive.And if that somehow wasn’t enough chaos…Ted and Dave also explain one of the wildest lessons they run for their students: a forensic dumpster-diving investigation, where they collect trash bags at 3AM so students can analyze them and see just how much personal information people accidentally throw away.Yes. Teachers actually do this.🎧 What to Expect:– Dave’s experiment counting 330 student questions in one day– The insane things students ask during class– The legendary Root Beer Locker high school soda stash– Life before smartphones, social media, and constant connectivity– Why teaching high school sometimes feels like toddler daycare– Teachers scaring each other with bullhorns while dumpster diving– What you can learn about someone’s life from their trash– The ridiculous lengths teachers go to create memorable lessons🙌 Why Tune In?Because teaching is the only job where you can start the day discussing forensic investigation… and end it explaining why someone can’t wear socks instead of shoes. Because every teacher knows what it’s like to answer the same question 300 times in a single day. And because the Root Beer Locker might be one of the greatest high school stories ever told.This episode is classic NPD — nostalgic, chaotic, and a reminder that the strangest stories from school are usually the most real ones.🚨 Join Our Patreon Community! 🚨Want bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes chaos, early releases, and exclusive segments that don’t always make the main feed?Support the podcast and become part of the NPD inner circle:👉 Click Here to Join the NPD Patreon📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag a teacher who would absolutely appreciate the Root Beer Locker story.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and stories that remind you why education is the wildest job on earth.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → Click Here for our NPD Socials 👇 We Want Your Stories!What’s the weirdest question a student has ever asked you?Did your school have any legendary secrets like the Root Beer Locker?What’s the craziest thing you’ve ever done to make a lesson memorable?Drop it in the comments — we might feature it next episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 27 is coming… and we’re pretty sure another ridiculous teacher story is about to unfold.#TeacherPodcast #TeacherLife #EducationHumor #NPDpodcast #DumpsterDiving #ClassroomStories #TeacherComedy #SchoolStories #HighSchoolMemories #PodcastComedy

💥❤️ This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, love is in the air… and so is academic dishonesty.Dave surprises Ted with Valentine’s Day chocolates (bold move considering Ted hates chocolate), we swap hilarious student Valentine’s Day stories, and then drop the truth teachers have been sitting on for decades:We always knew you cheated.Also in this episode: more Mandela Effect spirals, and Dave pitches his newest idea — adding completely random subtitles next to your name on live news broadcasts. Because honestly, how great would it be to see:Dave, Olympic Hopeful.Yes. We go there.🎧 What to Expect:– Dave gifting Ted chocolate despite knowing better– Student Valentine’s Day chaos and classroom candy politics– The universal teacher secret: we always knew about the cheating– Test swaps, copied projects, and suspicious “group work”– Mandela Effects that still mess with our brains– Dave’s dream of random news subtitles (“Local Man, Competitive Sledder”)– The fine line between confidence and delusion🙌 Why Tune In?Because Valentine’s Day in schools is chaos wrapped in glitter and sugar. Because every teacher has watched a student “suddenly understand everything” during a test. And because the idea of assigning yourself an Olympic subtitle might just be the confidence boost we all need.This episode is classic NPD — ridiculous, nostalgic, and just self-aware enough to be dangerous.🚨 Join Our Patreon Community! 🚨Want bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes chaos, early releases, and exclusive segments that don’t always make the main feed?Support the podcast and become part of the NPD inner circle:👉 Join the NPD Patreon!📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag someone who definitely thought they got away with cheating.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and stories that remind you why education is the wildest job on earth.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → NPD Socials 👇 We Want Your Stories!Did you ever think you fooled your teacher?Have you witnessed peak Valentine’s Day classroom chaos?What random subtitle would you put under your name on the news?Drop it in the comments — we might feature it next episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 26 is coming… and someone may or may not bring another questionable snack.#TeacherPodcast #ValentinesDayChaos #WeKnewYouCheated #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #EducationHumor #TeacherLife #MandelaEffect #OlympicHopeful #PodcastComedy #ClassroomStories

💥 This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we start with attempted culinary manslaughter and end in unexpected sophistication.Ted introduces Dave to wings so hot they nearly cancel the rest of Dave’s evening, we unpack the chaos of a former student wiping out on live news during a ski segment, and somehow transition into a heartfelt reminder of why teaching is still the best job in the world.Also — Dave blows bubbles outside at 2AM in sub-zero weather (because obviously), creates a full-scale classroom game show that turns into one of the most meaningful teaching moments we’ve had in years, and caps it all off with a “Let’s Be Fancy” segment featuring caviar… where Ted reveals suspiciously deep knowledge of fish eggs.Yes. This episode has range.🎧 What to Expect:– The hottest wing challenge that nearly ended Dave– A live-news ski wipeout featuring a former student– Midnight bubble experiments in negative temperatures– Dave’s classroom game show lesson that sparked empathy, teamwork, and real reflection– A genuine conversation about why teaching still matters– The all new Let’s Be Fancy segment featuring caviar tasting– Ted casually knowing way too much about luxury snacks🙌 Why Tune In?Because sometimes teaching is chaos, sometimes it’s inspiring, and sometimes it’s both in the same hour. This episode captures everything the podcast is about — ridiculous moments, real connection, and the reminder that what happens in classrooms can genuinely change lives.Also… Dave vs. nuclear hot sauce.🚨 Join Our Patreon Community! 🚨Want bonus episodes, behind-the-scenes chaos, early releases, and extra segments that don’t make the main show?Support the podcast and become part of the NPD inner circle:👉 Join the NPD Patreon!📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag someone who thinks they can handle the hottest wings on the menu.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and stories that remind you why educators do what they do.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → NPD Socials 👇 We Want Your Stories!Have you ever taken on a food challenge and instantly regretted it? What’s your most meaningful teaching moment? Ever had a student show up in the most unexpected place? Drop it in the comments — we might feature it in the next episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 25 is already brewing… and we’re not promising it will be safer.#TeacherPodcast #WingChallenge #CaviarTasting #TeacherLife #EducationHumor #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #ClassroomInspiration #LetsBeFancy #PodcastComedy #TeacherStories #SupportCreators

💥 This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we’re joined by our longtime friend, fellow teacher, and science class survivor: Mike.Together, we dive into the weird and wonderful reasons Mike became a science teacher, decode the secret language educators use to plan happy hour without tipping off the students, and taste-test some science "snacks" that should absolutely not be eaten.Plus: graphic tees that shouldn’t count as throwbacks, what 10th grade smells like (it’s not good), and a Ted’s Time Machine segment that sends us back to ninth grade science, questionable experiments, and more evidence that this show should not be used for professional development.🎧 What to Expect:– Mike’s origin story: from student to science teacher– Secret code phrases teachers use for “let’s get drinks”– Graphic tees and the Gen Z delusion of nostalgia– A Ted’s Time Machine trip to confirm (or debunk) past episodes– Eating weird “science lab” foods… live– What smells like 10th grade? Spoiler: You already know.– High school flashbacks, questionable taste tests, and peak classroom chaos🙌 Why Tune In?Because every school has at least one science teacher with a story, every teacher crew has a happy hour code, and every hallway has a smell you’ll never forget. This episode blends teacher origin stories, nostalgia, chaos, and cafeteria-adjacent trauma — all in one weirdly wonderful conversation.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag your teacher crew that has their own version of “We’re grading essays at Applebee’s.”👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and storytelling that’s more memorable than that dissection demo gone wrong.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment💥 Join Our Patreon!Want bonus content, behind-the-scenes chaos, and some exclusive merch drops? Support the pod and become part of the NPD fam:👉 https://patreon.com/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!What was the weirdest thing your science teacher ever did? Got your own "teacher code word" for happy hour? Can you still smell 10th grade gym locker room? Drop your stories in the comments — we might feature them in a future episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser:Let’s just say Dave may have started a new letter-writing campaign… and it’s not to a glue company this time.#TeacherPodcast #ScienceClassFails #ThrowbackTees #HighSchoolSmells #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #TedTimeMachine #TeacherHappyHour #ClassroomChaos #PodcastComedy #TeacherLife

💥This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, things get deeply unhinged… again.We’re unpacking the strange duality of students who are somehow mean and kind at the same time, taking a Ted’s Time Machine trip back to cafeteria days, and watching in real-time horror as Dave unveils his newest party favor invention: full meals in homemade push pop form. That’s right — Crab Rangoon. In. A. Push. Pop. And that’s not even the worst one.🎧 What to Expect:– Why students are the most emotionally confusing humans on Earth– Cafeteria chaos flashbacks: square pizza, chocolate milk cartons, and social hierarchy– Ted’s Time Machine lands in lunchroom politics and tray-stacking trauma– Dave’s Push Pop Culinary Lineup™ — featuring General Tso’s, white rice, chicken parm, and more– Existential regret, laughter, and mild gagging as we try them live– Reluctant party favor endorsements from Ted & Goose– Classic chaotic teacher therapy that’s somehow oddly heartwarming🙌 Why Tune In?Because you’ve never heard someone describe Chicken Parmesan like it’s a popsicle. This episode is equal parts nostalgia, cafeteria PTSD, and deeply unserious innovation. And let’s be real — teachers deserve push pops… just maybe not these.🚨 NEW: Join Our Patreon! 🚨Want more chaos? Early episodes? Bonus segments that are too weird for YouTube?💥 Become a patron today and support the madness →👉 https://patreon.com/nonprofessionaldevelopment📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag a teacher who would absolutely try a mozzarella stick push pop at PD day.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, nostalgic chaos, and real talk from educators who are just barely keeping it together.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!What’s the weirdest school lunch you ever had? Ever received a backhanded compliment from a student that lowkey made your day? What push pop meal would you invent? Drop it in the comments — we might feature your ideas in a future episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser: We’re already planning Episode 23. There will be feelings. And probably another food crime.#TeacherPodcast #PushPopMadness #CafeteriaChaos #EducationHumor #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #TedTimeMachine #CrabRangoon #MiddleSchoolEnergy #PodcastComedy #TeacherLife #SupportOnPatreon

💥 Teachers are dramatic. Admin emails are unhinged. And yes — Dave gave Ted Power of Attorney.Welcome to Episode 21 of the Non-Professional Development Podcast, where New Year energy meets unfiltered chaos.This week, the whole crew is back and somehow still recovering from Spamalot. We argue over who’s more dramatic (teachers or students), reflect on heartwarming classroom moments that reignited our spark post-break, and then completely lose it during a Try Not to Laugh challenge involving real, ridiculous administrator/parent requests.Plus: Dave makes a legally questionable Monopoly decision, Ted gets nostalgic about fluoride rinse, and we recap the Top 5 Ted’s Time Machine moments of 2025, based on the reactions of Dave and Mark (aka Producer Goose) when they were first discussed in previous episodes.🎧 What to Expect:– Ted and Dave go to Spamalot… and immediately regret it– Who’s more dramatic: teachers or students? (Spoiler: Yes)– Dave’s Monopoly meltdown = Ted becomes Power of Attorney??– Reflective moments & real talk about classroom joy after break– Ted’s Time Machine: Top 5 throwbacks of 2025– The Try Not to Laugh challenge: holding water in our mouths while reading absurd parent/administrator emails (we failed. hard.)🙌 Why Tune In?Because this is the only education podcast where you’ll hear about wild peacocks as mascots, legal power transfers due to board games, and teachers gagging while reading real emails aloud. Equal parts chaos and catharsis, this episode is our love letter to teacher resilience — and our ongoing descent into madness.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag the teacher who would absolutely lose it during the Try Not to Laugh challenge.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, nostalgic chaos, and storytelling way more useful than any PD workshop you’ve ever suffered through.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → Click here all the NPD Socials! 👇 We Want Your Stories!Have you ever had to hold back laughter during a real admin meeting? Got a wild school memory that deserves a Time Machine spotlight? Tell us in the comments — we might feature it in the next episode!✅ Weekly Drops Monday's at 2PM EST | Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 22 is loading… and honestly, we’re not ready either.#TeacherPodcast #TryNotToLaughChallenge #SwishFluoride #TimeMachineThrowbacks #SpamalotChaos #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #TeacherDrama #EducationHumor #PodcastForTeachers #PowerOfAttorneyPanic #TeacherLife #PodcastComedy #SquareDancingTrauma #PeacockMascots

💥🎉 This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we’re kicking off the new year the only way we know how — with weird dreams, questionable food choices, and a deep dive into the Oxford Dictionary.From New Year’s resolutions we absolutely won’t keep, to Ted’s unhinged dream universe, to the only word that ends in “mt” (dreamt), this episode spirals fast. Things only get worse when Dave brings in quail eggs for Ted and Mark (Producer Goose) to try… and yes, it ends exactly how you think it does.🎧 What to Expect:– New Year resolutions and immediate disappointment– The Oxford Dictionary and Dave’s very serious beef with it– Ted’s wild dreams that feel a little too real– A quail egg tasting that becomes a full‑blown disaster– Ted’s Time Machine throws it back to school fair projects and peak creativity– Dave fires up the typewriter to write Oxford a strongly‑worded letter🙌 Why Tune In?Because nothing says “fresh start” like arguing about grammar, reliving school fair glory days, and realizing quail eggs were a mistake. This episode is part word nerd chaos, part nostalgia trip, and part food‑based regret.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag the friend who still says “dreamed” instead of “dreamt.”👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of teacher therapy, chaotic storytelling, and resolutions we’ll forget by February.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → NPD Podcast Socials https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!What’s the weirdest dream you’ve ever had? Ever try a food you immediately regretted? Did you crush your school fair project or completely flame out? Drop it in the comments — we might feature it in a future episode!✅ Weekly Drops Monday's at 2PM EST | Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 21 is coming… and the chaos is already scheduled.#TeacherPodcast #NewYearChaos #DreamtVsDreamed #QuailEggDisaster #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #EducationHumor #TedTimeMachine #DaveTypewriter #PodcastComedy #TeacherLife #SchoolFairMemories

💥🎉 Holiday Chaos Pt. 2: All Hosts, All Unhinged.This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, the gang’s finally all back together — Ted, Dave, and Producer Goose (Mark) — for a second helping of holiday mayhem, complete with popcorn trauma, New Year’s party outfits, and a surprising amount of math anxiety.From unwanted Christmas gifts and Crow Dave’s holiday persona, to snow day letdowns and a throwback multiplication test showdown, this episode is overflowing with seasonal chaos, questionable nostalgia, and a fresh batch of teacher spiraling.🎧 What to Expect:– Dave is a crow now. That’s not a joke.– Ted’s Time Machine: floppy disks, 50-question math tests, and traumatic typing memories– Unpacking the “tales of the glories” in weird holiday songs– Teacher holiday burnout and the grind of “resting” over break– The return of popcorn… and Ted’s ongoing war against it– New Year's energy, episode snacks, and producer-level regret🙌 Why Tune In?Because holiday break for teachers is never actually restful, Crow Dave might be your new favorite holiday icon, and there’s no better way to wrap up the year than with a room full of educators spiraling over popcorn, math tests, and the emotional minefield of re-gifted candles.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag the friend who still breaks out in a cold sweat at the phrase “50 multiplication facts.”👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of teacher therapy, chaotic nostalgia, and storytelling more satisfying than a canceled staff meeting.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!What’s the worst holiday gift you’ve ever gotten? Did you ever bomb the 50-question multiplication test? Are you Team Popcorn or Team Ted? Drop it all in the comments — we might feature it in a future episode!✅ Weekly Drops Monday's at 2PM EST | Next Week’s Teaser:We survive the holiday break (barely)… but what’s next?#TeacherPodcast #HolidayBreak #CrowDave #PopcornTrauma #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #EducationHumor #ClassroomChaos #TeacherLife #MultiplicationTestPTSD #TedTimeMachine #PodcastComedy #WeirdHolidaySongs

🎄 💥 Ted & Goose Take Over: Holiday Mayhem, Snow Day Roulette & No Dave in Sight?! This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, Ted and Goose (aka Producer Mark) are flying solo while Dave’s off vacationing — which means one thing: absolutely no rules.From chaotic holiday songs and questionable Christmas movie logic to the adrenaline-filled rush of snow day roulette, we’re diving deep into the weirdest parts of winter break teacher life. Plus: a Ted’s Time Machine segment all about the golden age of library class — Mavis Beacon, keyboard covers, and the mysterious Dewey Decimal System.🎧 What to Expect:– Zero Dave, maximum holiday chaos– Breaking down the strangest holiday lyrics (why is that reindeer’s nose so bright?)– Snow Day Roulette™: the teacher version of winning the lottery– Live updates from the news crawl, school closings, and emotional whiplash– Ted’s Time Machine throws it back to library class, silent keyboards & typing tests– Mavis Beacon, card catalogs, and Goose’s obsession with library chairs🙌 Why Tune In?Because nothing captures the teacher experience like watching the 5am news hoping for a snowflake emoji next to your school name — or arguing whether “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer” belongs in the holiday canon. This episode is cozy chaos, classic rants, and just the right amount of Dewey Decimal drama.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag the coworker who still watches the weather like it’s the Super Bowl.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of teacher therapy, nostalgic throwbacks, and the kind of unhinged comedy you won’t find in your PD packet.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!What's your favorite snow day memory? Ever fall asleep watching the closings crawl? Did your library class scar you or save you? Drop it in the comments — you might hear it next episode!✅ Weekly Drops Monday's at 2PM EST | Next Week’s Teaser:Dave returns. Probably. With more questions than answers.#TeacherPodcast #HolidaySpecial #SnowDayRoulette #EducationHumor #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #LibraryThrowbacks #KeyboardCovers #MavisBeacon #TedTimeMachine #ChristmasChaos #DeweyDecimalDrama #PodcastComedy #TeacherLife #GooseAndTedUnleashed

💥 REWIND ALERT! This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we’re opening the vault to release one of our earliest, most chaotic unreleased episodes — and it’s got everything: DIY bathroom hacks, traumatic school bells, and a strong case for why Oregon Trail should count as social studies.Come relive the absolute madness of our early pod energy as we dive into the now-legendary “teacher bidet” story, revisit the glory (and gossip) of the faculty lounge, and hop in Ted’s Time Machine for a trip back to minty swish mouthwash and pixelated computer games.🎧 What to Expect:– The true origin of Dave’s teacher bidet (it’s worse than you think)– Faculty lounge etiquette, beef, and microwave politics– A passionate rant about the exact tone of school bells– Ted’s Time Machine returns with a vengeance: Swish mouthwash & early '90s tech– Carmen Sandiego, Oregon Trail, and the golden era of classroom computers– Unfiltered nonsense from a time before we had any structure (or shame)🙌 Why Tune In?Because every teacher podcast needs a flashback episode full of questionable hygiene, nostalgic trauma, and unsolicited opinions on middle school hallway behavior. This is peak early NPD chaos — raw, ridiculous, and kind of beautiful.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag the coworker who still unplugs the staff fridge out of spite.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of teacher therapy, nostalgic spirals, and storytelling that’s messier than your first year in the classroom.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!Did your school have the terrifying Swish mouthwash program? Ever get truly invested in Carmen Sandiego? What’s your most unhinged faculty lounge moment? Drop it all in the comments — we might read it in a future episode!✅ Weekly Drops Monday's at 2PM EST | Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 18 is coming… and we promise it's just as weird (maybe weirder).#TeacherPodcast #EducationHumor #TeacherBidet #CarmenSandiego #OregonTrail #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #FacultyLoungeChaos #SwishMouthwash #TimeMachineTeaching #TeacherLife #PodcastComedy #ThrowbackEpisode

💥 This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, Ted and Dave are unsupervised. No producer. No structure. Just pure, unfiltered teacher chaos.From reliving the emotional rollercoaster that was high school homecoming, to traumatizing flashbacks of the dreaded one-mile run, and even more Ted’s Time Machine nonsense — this episode is a caffeine-fueled mix of gym shorts, slow dances, and bad decisions.🎧 What to Expect:– The podcast goes off the rails (we warned you)– High school homecoming memories, dance floor awkwardness & faculty regrets– The pain, lies, and misplaced optimism of the 1-mile run fitness test– Ted’s Time Machine returns with more nostalgic chaos– Thanksgiving thoughts, chaotic hosts, and no adult supervision🙌 Why Tune In?Because everyone remembers “running” the mile and somehow finishing last but alive. And because sometimes, the best PD is just laughing about your worst gym class memory while two unhinged teachers spiral in real-time.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag a teacher who “ran” the mile in jeans.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, heartfelt chaos, and the kind of storytelling that makes you feel extremely seen.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!What’s your worst gym class flashback? Ever supervise a dance that went totally sideways? Drop your story in the comments — we might feature it next episode!✅ Weekly Drops Monday's at 2PM EST | Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 17 is already unraveling... and there might be karaoke involved. Maybe.#TeacherPodcast #OneMileRun #HomecomingChaos #ThanksgivingBreakdown #TedTimeMachine #EducationHumor #NonProfessionalDevelopment #NPDpodcast #TeacherLife #OffTheRails #ClassroomComedy #NoProducerEnergy #PodcastFun

💥 This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we’re going full chaos mode with some of the most unhinged Would You Rather scenarios in teacher history, a virtual reality screen cast gone terribly wrong, and a reminder that mitochondria is still the powerhouse of the cell… allegedly.Also: hospital visits, identity confusion, and educational bluffing at its finest. If you’ve ever had a student ask a question you didn’t know the answer to and just made something up with confidence, this one’s for you.🎧 What to Expect:– Would You Rather: Teacher Edition takes a dark, hilarious turn– ER visits vs. VR nightmares: a cautionary tech tale– The truth (or lie?) about the mitochondria– Bluffing your way through lessons like a seasoned professional– Ted’s Time Machine returns for more unhinged educational throwbacks🙌 Why Tune In?Because sometimes teaching feels like live-action improv, sometimes tech ruins your life, and sometimes you just scream “MITOCHONDRIA” because you forgot what else to say. This episode blends classroom comedy with existential confusion — and somehow makes it relatable.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag the teacher who definitely made up facts and hoped no one noticed.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of teacher therapy, chaotic storytelling, and laughs more honest than any PD workshop you’ve ever survived.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!Ever bluff your way through a lesson? Have a tech disaster mid-class? What’s YOUR favorite random educational “truth” no one ever questioned? Drop your stories in the comments — we might feature them in the next episode!✅ Weekly Drops Monday's at 2PM EST | Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 16 is on the way… and we may or may not be teaching a full lesson using only AI-generated facts.#TeacherPodcast #MitochondriaIsThePowerhouse #EducationHumor #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #ClassroomChaos #WouldYouRatherTeacherEdition #TeacherFails #BluffingAsTeaching #VRDisaster #PodcastComedy #TeacherLife

💥 Sub Plans, Pet Hamsters, & the Exclamation Point Dilemma | NPD Podcast Ep. 14This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we’re spiraling through everything from substitute teacher disasters to the number of exclamation points that will (or won’t) get you fired in a staff email.Also on the docket: medieval hygiene facts (you’re not ready), Ted’s standing ovation moment, and a Ted’s Time Machine segment that sends us straight into the world of classroom pets and ferret-related trauma. This episode has everything: rodents, rants, and real teacher appreciation.🎧 What to Expect:– Unhinged substitute teacher plans and the chaos they leave behind– Whether three exclamation points is too many (or not enough)– Medieval bathing routines you’ll wish you never heard– Ted accidentally getting a standing ovation (yes, really)– Classroom pets, emotional support snakes, and hamster heartbreak🙌 Why Tune In?Because we’ve all written “Thanks!!!” and immediately regretted it. Whether you're the cool teacher with a lizard, the one writing apology notes to your sub, or just barely holding it together, this episode will make you feel extremely seen.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag the teacher who still has a class pet despite the incident.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, relatable burnout, and storytelling more satisfying than a full inbox zero.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!What’s the weirdest sub note you’ve ever read? Ever gotten a standing ovation by accident? What’s your class pet horror story? Drop it all in the comments — we might feature it in the next episode!✅ Weekly Drops Monday's at 2PM EST | Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 15 is coming fast — and we’re not emotionally prepared for where it’s going.#TeacherPodcast #ClassroomChaos #PetHamsterDrama #TedTimeMachine #MedievalHygiene #TeacherBurnout #ExclamationPointPanic #SubPlanFails #NonProfessionalDevelopment #NPDpodcast #PodcastComedy #EducationHumor

💥 Time Is Fake, Mickey Is Real, and Dave Packed WHAT?! | NPD Podcast Ep. 13This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we enter full existential meltdown mode — somewhere between Disney World, mystery weird lunches, and the theory of time itself.From meeting Mickey Mouse and reliving chaotic childhood assemblies to unpacking NASA’s thoughts on how your future affects your past, this episode is part field trip, part fever dream. And yes, Dave brought something deeply questionable in his lunchbox.🎧 What to Expect:– Ted’s Time Machine returns with weird animal full school assemblies– Disney memories and the strange magic of meeting Mickey– NASA gets involved (sort of) as we spiral about time, memory, and the future– Dave’s lunch… which needs to be investigated– The weirdest mix of science, nostalgia, and cafeteria trauma🙌 Why Tune In?Because sometimes you meet a mouse, question reality, and realize school assemblies were just controlled chaos in gym bleachers. This episode blends unhinged logic, heartfelt moments, and the kind of conversations you definitely wouldn’t find on any official PD agenda.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag someone who would absolutely eat what Dave brought for lunch.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of teacher stories, unfiltered chaos, and existential commentary you didn’t know you needed.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!What’s the weirdest thing you ever brought (or saw) in a school lunchbox? Ever question time, space, and your place in the universe during a school assembly? Drop it in the comments — we might feature it in the next episode!✅ Weekly Drops Monday's at 2PM EST | Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 14 is coming soon. Will it make more sense? Honestly, no promises.#TeacherPodcast #DisneyTrip #NASAExplainsTime #DaveAteWhat #LunchboxMysteries #WeirdAssemblies #TedTimeMachine #EducationHumor #NonProfessionalDevelopment #PodcastComedy #TeacherLife #MickeyMouseMoments

💥 From First Kisses to Fire Drills: We’re Back & Slightly Unhinged | NPD Podcast Ep. 12This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we’re officially back… and it shows. We're talking awkward first kisses, ugly sweaters, classroom flashbacks, and stop, drop, & roll chaos — all while trying to predict the future of the pod with absolutely no real plan. It’s nostalgic, chaotic, slightly emotional, and definitely unhinged — so business as usual.🎧 What to Expect:– A surprise time machine trip to fire safety week– First kisses, middle school memories, and the rise of the ugly sweater– Ted’s thoughts on the word “hence” (yes, really)– Back-from-break vibes, podcast direction talk, and how we reset– End-of-summer denial meets the teacher version of crisis mode🙌 Why Tune In?Because we're all crawling out of summer and pretending to be functional again. This episode is part throwback, part teacher therapy, and part “What even is this podcast anymore?”📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag the teacher who still yells “STOP, DROP & ROLL!” at the wrong time.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher breakdowns (and breakthroughs), and the kind of storytelling that’s more useful than anything you'll find in a binder.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!Have a first kiss horror story? Remember your school’s fire drill chaos? What's your weirdest "we're back" moment as a teacher? Drop it in the comments — we might feature it in the next episode!✅ Weekly Drops Monday's at 2PM EST | Next Week’s Teaser: Episode 13 is already shaping up to be an emotional rollercoaster. Or a fever dream. TBD.#TeacherPodcast #BackToSchool #FireDrillFails #PodcastComedy #EducationHumor #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #UglySweaterEnergy #TeacherLife #ClassroomChaos #MiddleSchoolMemories

💥 From Picture Day Smiles to Test Day Tears | NPD Podcast Ep. 11This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we’re rolling up the bus windows, straightening our collars for school picture day, and trying not to cry about test season. Again. From nostalgic rants about picture day to real talk about standardized test pressure and celebrating teacher wins, this episode brings all the emotional swings of a school year into one beautifully chaotic ride.🎧 What to Expect:– A full-blown rant about why students NEVER roll up the bus windows– School picture day flashbacks and photo-day chaos– Standardized testing stress (for students and teachers)– Shoutouts to passionate educators and creative classroom wins– Nostalgia, awkwardness, and relatable teacher energy from start to finish🙌 Why Tune In?Because teaching is weird, students are weirder, and sometimes all you can do is hand out kudos between meltdowns and bus window lectures. This episode blends deep teacher feels, classroom flashbacks, and fresh appreciation for the good stuff.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag the teacher who always forgets it’s picture day until it’s too late.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and storytelling that’s more real than anything in a staff meeting slideshow.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!What’s your most chaotic picture day memory? Ever rant about bus behavior mid-storm? Got a testing horror story or a teacher shoutout to share? Drop it in the comments — we might read it next episode!✅ Weekly Drops Monday's at 2PM EST | Next Week’s Teaser: Episode 12 is coming… and it’s already getting messy.#TeacherPodcast #SchoolPictureDay #StandardizedTesting #BusWindowDrama #NPDpodcast #EducationHumor #NonProfessionalDevelopment #PodcastComedy #TeacherLife #ClassroomChaos #TeacherWins

💥 Freshmen Are Strange, Homecoming's Awkward & Dave Wrote to a Glue Company | NPD Podcast Ep. 10This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we’re diving into one of teaching’s most unpredictable species: the freshman.From weird things 9th graders say (and do), to the social tightrope of homecoming dances, this episode is filled with classroom flashbacks, questionable life decisions, and a very real letter Dave typed to a glue company. Yes. Glue.🎧 What to Expect:– Classic freshman chaos and bizarre hallway conversations– The awkward magic of homecoming dances (and teacher chaperones)– Toys we all brought to school and now fully regret– Dave’s second letter-writing campaign… this time to Elmer’s– Nostalgia, nonsense, and deeply relatable teacher fatigue🙌 Why Tune In?Because we’ve all had that one freshman ask if teachers live at school… and we’ve all wanted to write an angry letter to a school supply company. This episode is your perfect blend of weird student energy, teacher survival, and just enough heart to hold it all together.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag a teacher who’s heard way too many unhinged freshman thoughts.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and storytelling that’s more useful than a training video with stock actors.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!What’s the weirdest thing a freshman has ever said to you? Ever get roped into chaperoning a dance you definitely weren’t dressed for? Drop your stories in the comments — we might read them next episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 11 is already underway. Spoiler: it involves feelings we don’t want to unpack.#FreshmanFails #TeacherPodcast #EducationHumor #HomecomingChaos #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #ClassroomComedy #GlueLetters #PodcastForTeachers #WeirdStudentMoments #ElmersUnite

💥 Back-to-School Survival: Restorative Circles & the Art of Bluffing as a Teacher | NPD Podcast Ep. 9This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we’re back in the building — faking confidence, holding circles, and desperately hoping no one asks about the syllabus.From bluffing your way through student questions, to trying your best to implement meaningful restorative practices, to those cool creative ideas you swear you might actually follow through on, this episode captures that beautifully awkward “new school year energy.”🎧 What to Expect:– Teachers pretending they have all the answers (we don’t)– Restorative circles, reflection prompts, and emotional whiplash– The truth behind “cool teacher” energy (hint: Pinterest panic)– Back-to-school chaos, awkward resets, and endless meetings– Creative wins, creative fails, and classroom hopefulness anyway🙌 Why Tune In?Because we’re all just trying to survive the first month of school without Googling “how to set up an effective classroom community” mid-lesson. Whether you’re circling up or making it up as you go, this episode gets it.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag your teacher bestie who always bluffs their way through Day 2 like a champ.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom chaos, unfiltered honesty, and stories too real for a professional development slideshow.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!What’s your go-to “fake it till you make it” teacher move? Ever run a restorative circle that went completely sideways? Drop it in the comments — we might feature it in a future episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser: Episode 10 is on deck. Weekly Drops Monday's at 2PM EST — and we’re already in survival mode.#BackToSchool #TeacherPodcast #RestorativeCircles #FakeItTillYouMakeIt #EducationHumor #ClassroomChaos #CoolTeacherEnergy #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #PodcastComedy #TeacherLife

💥 Ted FaceTimed Dave, There's a Typewriter, and Someone's Selling Cookies | NPD Podcast Ep 8This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we travel through time, side-hustles, and minor tech meltdowns — all in a single episode. From mysterious typewriters and accidental FaceTimes to the strange pyramid-shaped energy of in-school cookie schemes, this episode delivers peak chaos and premium nostalgia. Plus: we’re doing something new again, and no, it still isn’t working the way it should.🎧 What to Expect:– A truly unhinged FaceTime moment between Dave and Ted– A typewriter reemerges… for a mystery celebrity– School-based cookie “fundraisers” that may or may not be pyramid schemes– Peak throwback energy and back-in-my-day rants– More teacher tangents, tech fails, and emotional damage🙌 Why Tune In?Because this is the only education podcast where you’ll hear about FaceTiming mid-crisis, pitching cookies like you're in an MLM, and using a typewriter to write to a celebrity (again). Nostalgia and nonsense wrapped in teacher exhaustion.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag the friend who once sold cookies for a "class trip" they never took.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, emotional spirals, and the kind of storytelling that would never get approved at staff training.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!What’s the weirdest school fundraiser you were a part of? Ever use ancient tech to reach modern celebs? Drop your most ridiculous memory in the comments — we might feature it in the next episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser: Episode 9 is almost here… and it's only getting stranger from here.#TeacherPodcast #EducationHumor #NPDpodcast #PyramidSchemeVibes #TypewriterChronicles #FaceTimeFails #NonProfessionalDevelopment #ClassroomChaos #PodcastComedy #MysteryCelebrity #TedDidWhat

💥 Do Students Think We’re Spies? Also… Is Dave an AI? | NPD Podcast Ep. 7This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, things get weird fast — and not just because Dave might be AI. From the awkward panic of being spotted by students “in the wild,” to the conspiracy theories kids believe about teachers having secret lives (spoiler: we do… it’s naps), we’re diving into the surreal space between public-school reality and teacher myth. Plus: deleted texts, identity crises, and trying something totally new. Or maybe we just glitched again.🎧 What to Expect:– The uncomfortable art of seeing students outside of school– Wild teacher conspiracy theories (spy? robot? vampire?)– Is Dave real… or is he ChatGPT with a beard?– Digital confusion, deleted messages, and existential dread– Trying new things, and failing forward like pros🙌 Why Tune In?Because every teacher has been stared at in a grocery store like an escaped zoo animal — and we all secretly wonder if Dave is too good to be human. This episode mixes relatable laughs, tech panic, and the awkward beauty of being a teacher with a "real" life.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and tag the friend you think might be an AI... just to be safe.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and unfiltered storytelling more entertaining than a professional development slideshow on a Friday afternoon.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!Have you ever been spotted by a student in public? Do your students think you're a spy, robot, or lizard person? Drop your weirdest outside-the-classroom moment in the comments — we might share it in the next episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser: Episode 8 is coming… and we’re not sure if we’re prepared, real, or even awake.#TeacherPodcast #DaveIsAI #TeacherLife #SpottedInTheWild #EducationHumor #NPDpodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #ClassroomChaos #PodcastComedy #WeirdTeacherMoments #StudentsThinkWe’reAliens

💥 Summer’s Over, Dave’s Wet, and the School Year’s Coming Fast | NPD Podcast Ep. 6This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we’re swapping popsicles for panic as the school year barrels toward us like Dave in a sinking boat. From back-to-school jitters and chaotic classroom memories to summer nostalgia and one unforgettable boating camp mishap, this episode hits that weird, wobbly moment where fun ends, real life begins, and no one’s really ready.🎧 What to Expect:– Big emotional moments from past school years– The struggle (and denial) of teacher prep– Dave’s epic boating camp disaster– Summer rituals, classroom flashbacks, and questionable transitions– The awkward beauty of starting over (again)🙌 Why Tune In?Because returning to school is never smooth, especially when you're still mentally poolside. This episode is equal parts chaos, comedy, and coping — from belly flops to bulletin boards, we’re covering it all.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and send this to the teacher friend who still thinks they have “one more week off.”👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, educator therapy, and unfiltered storytelling that’s more helpful than any staff meeting slideshow.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!What was your wildest back-to-school moment? Ever totally botched a summer camp activity? Drop it in the comments — we might share it next episode!✅ Next Week’s Teaser: Episode 7 is around the corner… and let’s just say, we’re already off-task. #BackToSchool #TeacherPodcast #SummerNostalgia #EducationHumor #NonProfessionalDevelopment #NPDPodcast #DaveFellIn #ClassroomChaos #PodcastComedy #TeacherLife

💥 Teacher Prep, Peacock Drama & Pierce Brosnan Fan Mail | NPD Podcast Ep. 5This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we kick off summer with big questions: Are we ready for fall? Should we write to Pierce Brosnan? And why are there so many peacocks near Ted's time machine?Between planning lessons we’ll never follow, reliving the glory of sick-day TV, and sending heartfelt (and very unprompted) fan mail to James Bond, this episode is a hilarious blend of burnout, nostalgia, and total nonsense — just the way we like it.🎧 What to Expect:– “Teacher prep” season, AKA panic disguised as productivity– A real letter to Pierce Brosnan (no regrets)– The strange saga of time-traveling peacocks– Summer chaos, sleep-in schedules, and sick-day rituals– Questionable life choices and 100% relatable educator energy🙌 Why Tune In?Because summer break is a mindset — and this one’s spiraling fast.There’s no playbook, no training manual, and absolutely no chill.Just two teachers reflecting on the ridiculousness of it all... and maybe hoping Pierce writes back.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and send this to anyone who's ever tried to “plan next year” while still wearing flip flops and eating popsicles.👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and the kind of unfiltered storytelling that’s way more useful than actual PD.🔗 Stay Connected:🎙️ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere → https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 We Want Your Stories!What’s your weirdest summer teacher ritual? Ever write to a celebrity? Seen a peacock in a school parking lot? Tell us in the comments — we might read it next episode.✅ Next Week’s Teaser:Episode 6 is just around the corner, and we’re already questioning our decisions. Again.#TeacherPodcast #SummerBreak #TeacherPrep #PierceBrosnan #PeacockProblems #NPDpodcast #EducationHumor #NonProfessionalDevelopment #ClassroomComedy #TeacherLife #Podcast

💥This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, we’re trading the classroom for the great outdoors — and chaos comes with us.From teachers getting kids lost on a camping trip (oops), to questionable team-building exercises, and nostalgic deep dives into staying home sick and watching The Price Is Right (Plinko, anyone?), this episode is a field trip through panic, laughter, and Bob Barker appreciation.🎧 What to expect:– A camping trip gone off-trail– The emotional journey of Price Is Right sick days– Team-building fails and forced "fun"– Teachers getting WAY too creative with outdoor learning– Relatable stories, chaotic energy, and hard laughs🙌 Why Tune In: This isn’t your average podcast. No jargon, no mandatory worksheets—just the raw, relatable, and hilarious truths behind shaping tomorrow’s minds. From the weird to the wonderful, every anecdote hits close to home. There’s no lesson plan, no professional advice — just two teachers embracing the madness and laughing through the burnout. 📢 Join the Movement: Hit Subscribe, smash that Like, and ring the 🔔 so you never miss an episode. Share this video with your fellow teachers, students, or anyone who loves a good story. New episodes drop weekly!👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes full of classroom comedy, teacher therapy, and unfiltered storytelling that hits harder than a Friday faculty meeting.🔗 Stay Connected: 🎙️ Full episodes available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us everywhere: https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldeve...👇 We Want Your Stories! Join the conversation in the comments: Ever gotten lost with students? Had a “sick day” ritual? Drop your best school trip memory in the comments — we might read it in a future episode!✅ Next Episode Teaser: Episode 5 is already in the works — and trust us, the stories don’t get any less ridiculous. Stay tuned.#CampingGoneWrong #FieldTripFails #Plinko #PriceIsRight #TeacherPodcast #EducationHumor #NPDPodcast #NonProfessionalDevelopment #ClassroomChaos #PodcastComedy #BestFriends

💥 This week on the Non-Professional Development Podcast, things go off the rails faster than a Friday afternoon fire drill.We kick things off with a totally unnecessary (yet somehow genius?) homemade teacher bidet, dive into the do’s and don’ts of staff BBQs, and take a hard left turn into school bus drill madness. If you’ve ever worked in a school, this is the brand of chaos you know all too well.🎧 What to Expect:– DIY disasters in the staff bathroom– BBQ fails that’ll make you question your coworkers– School bus drills that defy logic (and common sense)– Raw, hilarious classroom stories from the trenches🙌 Why Tune In?This isn’t your average podcast. No jargon. No mandatory worksheets. Just the weird, wonderful, and brutally honest, hilarious moments behind shaping young minds. Two teachers, one mic, zero filters — embracing the madness and laughing through the burnout.📢 Join the Movement:👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe — and share with anyone who’s ever survived a staff meeting.New episodes every week!🔗 Listen & Follow:🎙️ Full audio episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & more📱 Follow us on our socials: https://linktr.ee/nonprofessionaldevelopment👇 Tell Us Your Story!Drop your funniest or weirdest teacher moment in the comments — we might feature it in a future episode.✅ Coming Next Week:Episode 4 is already brewing — and yes, it’s just as ridiculous.

Get ready for a one-two punch of spice and shivers! In this fun and heartfelt challenge video, our team tackles a blazing hot bowl of spicy ramen and braves the icy freeze of the Speak Your Mind Ice Bucket Challenge—all to support mental health awareness. Watch as we:🌶️ Dive into scorching ramen that tests more than just our tastebuds.🧊 Dump freezing water over our heads while sharing honest thoughts on mental wellness.🎤 Encourage YOU to open up—through action, humor, and real talk.🎯 Challenge friends, family, and YOU to do your part.🙌 Why Tune In: This isn’t your average podcast. No jargon, no mandatory worksheets—just the raw, relatable, and hilarious truths behind shaping tomorrow’s minds. From the weird to the wonderful, every anecdote hits close to home.📢 Join the Movement: Hit Subscribe, smash that Like, and ring the 🔔 so you never miss an episode.👇 We Want Your Stories! Drop your craziest classroom experience in the comments below—alien-themed or otherwise! You might get featured in our next episode. 🎉🔗 Stay Connected: Follow us on Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Amazon Podcasts — subscribe for full audio versionsJoin the conversation in the comments: Tell us your funniest or strangest teaching moment!✅ Next Episode Teaser: Stay tuned for Ep 3—coming next week! We’re already cooking up more tales you won’t want to miss.

Welcome to Non‑Professional Development, where two best friends and teachers take you beyond the classroom trenches—into hilarious stories, quirky theories, and everything in between! In Episode 1:🛸 Dive into wild tales of classroom alien sightings🕰️ Imagine a time-traveling Pierce Brosnan dropping into your school😂 💡 Hear heartfelt, side‑splitting moments from two educators who just want to keep it real👥 Witness the camaraderie, inside jokes, and genuine passion for teaching🙌 Why Tune In:This isn’t your average podcast. No jargon, no mandatory worksheets—just the raw, relatable, and hilarious truths behind shaping tomorrow’s minds. From the weird to the wonderful, every anecdote hits close to home.📢 Join the Movement:Hit Subscribe, smash that Like, and ring the 🔔 so you never miss an episode.👇 We Want Your Stories!Drop your craziest classroom experience in the comments below—alien-themed or otherwise! You might get featured in our next episode. 🎉🔗 Stay Connected:Follow us on Spotify / Apple Podcasts / Amazon Podcasts — subscribe for full audio versionsJoin the conversation in the comments: Tell us your funniest or strangest teaching moment!Share this video with your fellow teachers, students—anyone who loves a good story.✅ Next Episode Teaser:Stay tuned for Ep 2—coming next week! We’re already cooking up more tales you won’t want to miss.