We Didn't Know What We Didn't Know- Stories of Teaching Over Three Decades Sue and Lisa

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' to simulate the highs and lows of teaching. They touch on their duties as caretakers for aging parents, comparing the similarities between 8 ...

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 could sell sandwiches from the window if that doesn't pan out. You will feel the excitement as they imagine millions of followers from the Scamp...

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, delve into peculiar foot issues, forgetful substitute teachers, and cans of Spaghettios that need heating up. This game show is ...

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 California, brought his wit and money-making schemes to the table. While he may have missed the mark on classroom professionalism, his snarky charm ad...

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 from the classroom trenches. We feel this is a much better idea than "The Apprentice" ever was, but what do we know?From disposing of cra...

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 infused their classrooms with laughter, Sue and Lisa reflect on the importance of finding joy in the everyday chaos of teaching. From hiding time capsul...