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School just got way more fun. Finally—answers to all the questions you thought you couldn’t ask a teacher.

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We’ll be back in January with more questions and answers. Happy Holidays! 🎉✨❄️
December 25, 2025 at 12:45 AM
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Why do teachers assign homework?
It was bound to come—the homework question. There’s no avoiding it. Ali and Jason talk about their feelings on homework, what it looks like in their classrooms, and whether there are actually benefits to sending work home. This week’s question comes from Noah in Daly City, California.
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December 16, 2025 at 10:06 AM
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What do you do when students say 6-7?
Ali and Jason talk about teaching while students chant “6-7” and the latest escalation in their prank war, including Ali filling Jason’s room with 67 balloons on the 67th day of school. This week’s question comes from Jalen in San Bruno, California.
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December 9, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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How long is a school day—6 or 7 hours? See what I did there?! Tune in tomorrow for '6-7' and how the students are using it.
December 9, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Why do schools have parent-teacher conferences?
Ali and Jason, fresh off parent-teacher conferences, dig into why schools hold them in the first place. They talk about the benefits for students and families—and finish with a conference-themed Mad Libs game. This week’s question comes from Aiden in San Francisco, California.
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December 2, 2025 at 10:06 AM
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Where do you get your classroom supplies?
Ali and Jason dig into where classroom supplies really come from, who pays for them, and what teachers do when resources are tight. They also reveal their top three classroom items — including whether foam dice might actually be the greatest supply ever. This week’s question comes from Miles in Brockport, New York.
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November 25, 2025 at 10:37 AM
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Can you teach your own child?
Ali and Jason explore a big question: Teaching your own child—great idea or major headache? They’re weighing the pros and cons so you don’t have to. This week’s question comes from Jonathan in San Francisco, California.
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November 18, 2025 at 10:10 AM
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How do clouds get rain in them?
Ali and Jason are a little puzzled by the water cycle, so they call in their friend Mr. Julio to help explain how rain ends up in clouds. Get ready for some big science words: evaporation, condensation, and precipitation! This week’s question comes from Cam in Rochester, New York.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:21 AM
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How does rain get into clouds—and how does it come back out? Tomorrow, our first guest, Mr. Julio will help explain it all.
November 10, 2025 at 10:05 PM
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Where would you go on a field trip?
Ali and Jason break down what it takes to plan a field trip—the fun, the work, and keeping everyone safe. Ali would stay local, Jason would visit Recology, but they still dream of Antarctica or the Galápagos. This week’s question comes from Violet in San Francisco, California.
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November 4, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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We’ll be back next week with a new episode all about field trips.
October 28, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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What do you do when you're not teaching?
When the classroom lights go out, what do teachers do for fun? Ali and Jason share what keeps them busy outside of school—baking, hiking, family time, and a few pickup games. Then it’s time for Two Truths and a Lie to test how well they really know each other. This week’s question comes from Kaiya in Sacramento, California.
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October 14, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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What happens when the lights go out at school? Where do the teachers disappear to? Find out soon—tomorrow… or maybe the day after. (I’m in France, so who knows when Tuesday actually is.)
October 13, 2025 at 12:57 PM
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What if we weren't teachers?
Ali and Jason imagine alternate lives—would you guess Ali as a photographer and Jason as a circus clown? One of those is true. Find out which, and hear what other teachers at their school might have been instead. This week’s question comes from Brianna in Wilmington, California.
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October 7, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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Happy to have found The Inspired Teacher Podcast with Mike Brilla. @mrbrilla.bsky.social
October 7, 2025 at 3:52 AM
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Tuesday’s show asks what if we weren’t teachers. What would we be doing instead? Find out then.
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October 6, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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Why do teachers use blackboards?
Ali and Jason reveal how the blackboard became a “super tool” for teaching an entire class at once. Then it’s time for a round of True/False blackboard trivia. This week’s question comes from Joshua in San Francisco, California.
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September 30, 2025 at 9:07 AM
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“Why do teachers use blackboards?” is tomorrow’s question, and we had to do some erasing and rewriting to find the answer. Stay tuned!
September 29, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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How long to plan the next day?
Ali and Jason talk about how long it takes to plan the next day in their classroom, why newer teachers need more time, how experience helps, and what they enjoy most about classroom planning. This wee...
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September 26, 2025 at 3:39 AM
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This week we're pulling back the curtain on lesson planning—why it takes longer for new teachers, how veterans save time, and what makes planning fun.

Teachers: how long does it take you? ⏱️
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September 26, 2025 at 3:34 AM
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What rewards do teachers give?
Ali and Jason talk about the rewards in their classrooms! From praise and classroom money to a Star Jar and even electronics day, you’ll hear all about the fun ways students can earn rewards and keep learning exciting. This week’s question comes from Chloe in South San Francisco, California.
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September 16, 2025 at 9:07 AM
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Up next: "What rewards do teachers give?" — dropping Tuesday. Our reward would be you listening!
September 16, 2025 at 3:41 AM
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Looking for a quick, fun, education-related podcast for kids? You just found it!
September 12, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Why do students have assigned seats?
Ali and Jason pull back the curtain on the mystery of assigned seats. They explain how seating helps classrooms run smoother, reduces distractions, and gives students a chance to meet new people. This...
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September 12, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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On Tuesday, we’re tackling the question: “Why do students have assigned seats?” There are plenty of good reasons—and some good reasons not to.
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September 6, 2025 at 4:57 PM