Martin and Dan talk about the weird, frustrating and completely normal stuff that happens in schools every day, even though none of it really makes sense.

Teaching doesn’t always stop just because school does.

In this episode, we talk about why holidays can feel hard to actually enjoy when your brain is still in school mode. From reports hanging over you at Easter, to checking emails when you should be with your family, to that guilty feeling of needing to stay productive even when you’re meant to be resting.

We also get into boundaries, why so many teachers struggle to switch off, and some simple ways to protect your time properly over the break.

If teaching has a habit of following you home and into every holiday, this one will feel very familiar.

Teachers count down to the holidays for a reason.

In this episode, Martin and Dan chat about the Easter break, the after school crash, why so many teachers spend term time just surviving, and how easy it is to build a life that revolves around making it to the next break. They talk about guilt, exhaustion, doom scrolling, school reports, and the reality of trying to look after yourself when teaching has taken everything out of you.

A honest conversation about work, rest, and why teachers deserve more than just recovery time.

In this episode, Martin and Dan talk about one of the most common habits in teaching. Skipping breakfast, grabbing coffee on the go, then spending the rest of the day absolutely starving, exhausted, and picking at whatever is easiest.

They get into why this happens so often in schools, how it affects your energy, mood, and food choices, and why breakfast is about a lot more than being “healthy”. It is about giving yourself a better chance in a job where you barely get a minute to think.

They also share their own old habits, from flapjacks and fancy coffees to biscuit tins, corner shops, and trying to survive on caffeine alone.

If you are a teacher who keeps saying “I’m just not hungry in the morning” or “I don’t have time”, this episode is for you.

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In this episode, Dan McFarland and Martin explore the often underappreciated world of supply teaching, discussing its challenges, the importance of respect, and how it can improve the overall education system. They share personal experiences, practical tips, and advocate for greater union support for supply teachers and TAs.

Join Martin and Dan as they explore the realities of teaching, the impact of technology, and the urgent need for systemic change in education. This episode offers candid insights, practical tips, and a call to action for teachers and policymakers alike.