Two Mr Ps in a Pod(Cast)
Two teachers, Mr P and his younger brother Mr P, share funny and hilarious stories from the classroom. They invite listeners to send in their own confessions, stories, and experiences from school life. Whether you're a teacher, teaching assistant, student, or caretaker, everyone has a special memory or story about their time at school, and this podcast wants to hear it.
Episodes
LO: To Know You Don't Have To Eat A Whole Packet Of Bacon
Lee and Adam are back for Episode 260, Season 10 Episode 3, with another hour of teacher stories, questionable conversations and absolute chaos. They kick things off with a reminder about the next leg of the Let That Be A Lesson live tour before discussing why teenagers seem to find absolutely everything cringe and whether growing up in a world where every embarrassing moment can be filmed has mad
A chat with Bad Apples director Jonatan Etzler
We sit down with the director of Bad Apples, the dark comedy starring Saoirse Ronan, to talk classroom chaos, good intentions and some very bad decisions. From working with Saoirse and a lively cast of young actors to Ofsted pressures and the vital role of support staff, they explore the real school experiences behind the film’s outrageous premise, and ask what it would take to make education work
LO: To Know Whether The Birth Rate Crisis Is Down To People's Crazy Icks
Lee and Adam are back for Episode 259, Season 10 Episode 2, as everyone settles into the first full week of the new academic year. They kick things off by reflecting on their special screening of Bad Apples in Manchester, where more than 70 teachers and school staff joined them for the film, popcorn and a post screening Q&A. Lee also shares his rather surreal trip to Twickenham, where he found him
LO: To wonder whether teachers will add a gas station to their classroom
Season 10 is here! Lee and Adam are back for Episode 258 with a special back to school episode, recorded for the first time from Podcast Studios Manchester - podcaststudiomanchester.uk. After catching up on their summers, the pair are ready to help everyone face the start of another school year with plenty of laughs, questionable stories and the usual teacher chaos.
First up, Lee and Adam discove
Teacher Burnout: What Needs to Change?
This week, Lee and Adam are joined by Charlie Burley, better known as the Teachers Health Coach, for an honest and practical conversation about teacher wellbeing, burnout and what schools can do to better support their staff. Charlie shares the personal story that led him from primary teaching into coaching, following his own experience of chronic stress, anxiety and a panic attack in the classroo
From Classroom to Commons with Dave Robertson MP
*This week, Lee and Adam are joined by Dave Robertson MP, a former physics teacher, trade union activist and now Member of Parliament. Dave shares his journey from the classroom to Westminster, explaining how a career in teaching, followed by years supporting teachers through the union movement, ultimately led him into politics and why he believes more teachers should have a voice in Parliament.*
Horrible Histories, Hollywood Myths and Forgotten Heroes with Greg Jenner
*This week, Lee and Adam are joined by Greg Jenner, public historian, bestselling author and creator of the hit podcast *You're Dead to Me. Greg reflects on his fascinating career, from working behind the scenes on Horrible Histories to becoming one of the UK's best known history communicators, sharing why humour is often the key to helping people genuinely fall in love with history.**
*The tr
Why Bans Aren’t the Only Answer: Zoe Kalar on Fixing Social Media
*This week, Lee and Adam are joined by Zoe Kalar, founder of We Are 8, for a fascinating conversation about the future of social media and why she believes the internet can be redesigned to put people before profit. Zoe explains the vision behind the platform, why she spent a decade building it, and how its unique model aims to inspire people to spend less time scrolling and more time living.*
Daniel Kebede - General Secretary of the National Education Union
*This week, Lee is joined by Daniel Kebede, General Secretary of the National Education Union, for a wide ranging and honest conversation about the biggest challenges facing education today.* They discuss why every teacher and support staff member should be in a union, the benefits that go far beyond workplace protection, and Daniel shares his own journey from primary teacher and PRU maths teacher
LO: To know what happens on the staff night out, stays on the night out unless you’re sharing it anonymously on the pod!
This week, the lads wrap up the final full episode of the school year by reflecting on another academic year in education, thanking listeners for their support and debating the annual calls to shorten the six week summer holidays. They discuss why children and staff desperately need the break, the pressures on working parents and why better holiday provision, rather than less time off, is the real
Mr P puts your questions to the Education Secretary
n this special episode, Mr P sits down with the Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson.
A few weeks ago I asked you one simple question: if you could ask the Education Secretary anything, what would it be? Over 1000 of you replied. Teachers, TAs, SENCOs, SEND parents, school leaders, the response was overwhelming. So I took your most liked questions directly to Bridget Phillipson
LO: To Not Be on Capabilities in The Bedroom
This week, the lads are counting down the final days until the summer holidays, with another hot week in school and England's World Cup semi final dominating absolutely everything. Adam admits the tournament has been the perfect distraction from a difficult few months at home, while both share their hopes, nerves and excitement ahead of England's biggest match in years.
The conversation also turn
LO: To know school staff are far more appreciated than they think.
This week, the lads return still battling the heat as another sweltering week hits schools across the country. The episode features a fascinating behind the scenes look at Lee's visit to the Department for Education, where he took four pupils to Westminster and the DfE for a day they'll never forget. From private tours of the Houses of Parliament to interviewing the Education Secretary and seeing
LO - To know the parents race at sports day might not be worth the risk
This week, the lads look back on one of the hottest teaching weeks in recent memory and the media backlash that followed as schools across the country battled impossible classroom temperatures. Lee shares his frustration with the criticism aimed at teachers, discusses why schools are constantly expected to solve society's problems and explains why the real conversation should be about supporting w
LO: To wonder how anyone is supposed to teach in this weather!
LO: To wonder how anyone is supposed to teach in this weather!
This week, the lads are recording in the middle of a sweltering heatwave and wondering how on earth anyone is expected to teach thirty children in classrooms that feel more like greenhouses. With temperatures soaring, an England World Cup campaign underway and the ever-present threat of an Ofsted call, it's a survival guide for teac
LO: To Know A Better Name For A Bag Of Quavers
This week, the lads are back with a big chat about the proposed under-16 social media ban and whether it actually solves the problem or just shifts it somewhere else. Lee and Adam talk through phones, attention spans, online safety, loneliness, youth clubs, boredom and why children need better alternatives than just being told to “go outside” like it’s 1998 and Snake on a Nokia is the height of en
LO: To know students will stick anything in places they shouldn't stick things.
This week, the lads are back after half term and counting down the final few weeks until the summer holidays. Adam opens up about leaving his latest role and finding himself in that strange in-between stage of weighing up new opportunities, signing up for supply work and figuring out what comes next.
Two new features this week. First - THE BIG QUESTION from a listener focuses around the Departmen
A chinwag with Rev Richard Coles
This week’s special guest is the brilliant Richard Coles, joining the lads for a wide-ranging chat that somehow manages to cover children’s books, pop stardom, religion, reality TV, school life, funeral disasters and losing a speedboat in Ibiza.
Richard talks about releasing his very first children’s book - https://amzn.to/3S51Q6j
after already writing more than a dozen books for adults. He ex
LO: To Try Your Best To Not Crack A Smile When Telling A Student Off
Back for episode 250 and it’s the last one of the half term. SATs are finally done, but before anyone starts skipping into summer like they’re in a feel-good montage, the lads quickly remind everyone that the final half term is anything but calm. Reports, sports days, transitions, residentials, productions and the emotional roulette of finding out next year’s class all get a mention. Lovely. Peace
LO - To know who's job it is to wipe the bums around here!
Back for episode 249 and the lads kick things off right in the middle of SATs week, with the usual frustrations around testing, pressure and the yearly debate over whether SATs are helpful, pointless, stressful or all three at once. There’s also some pre-show nerves creeping in ahead of the biggest live podcast show they’ve ever done at The Lowry, with family, friends, colleagues and even headteac
LO - To know a jail isn't a 3D Shape
Back for episode 248 and it kicks off with the realities of the summer term: SATs, GCSEs, mocks, revision timetables and that slightly terrifying moment when you realise your children are suddenly much older than your brain has agreed to process.
The opening chat turns into a proper reflection on parenting, growing up and those little moments that make you realise time is absolutely flying. The
LO: If you're going to brag, make sure it is believable
Back for episode 247 and it starts exactly how you’d expect… with absolute nonsense. A new lookalike shout lands for Adam and it might be one of the worst yet. Not even close to flattering, not even accurate… just unnecessarily savage. From there, it spirals into that familiar territory of people wildly overestimating themselves, which sets up the first thread perfectly.
We get into “Jay from The
LO: To not announce you're a teacher at a swingers club
Back for episode 246 and it starts with a bit of chaos… a virtual recording and a guessing game as Mr P challenges Adam to work out where he is in the UK using only yes or no questions. There’s also a quick tour plug (that definitely wasn’t meant to be a plug…) with updates on upcoming live shows, including the huge Lowry date and the next run across the UK.
From there, it’s straight into a blin
LO - To not let the sun trick us into thinking it is summer.
Back for episode 245 and straight into the summer term chat, the lads kick things off reflecting on the Easter break… or what we all pretend is a break. Adam shares the reality of a family holiday abroad. Meanwhile, Mr P embraces the complete opposite approach and does absolutely nothing, other than going all-in on a serious binge of Game of Thrones with the boys, reliving iconic moments and quest
Two Mr Ps in a Podcast — Bridget Phillipson on the White Paper
This week, Lee sat down with the Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson, to discuss the government's Every Child Achieving and Thriving white paper and the SEND consultation.
I thought we would have had a lot more time than we actually had, which meant a few questions I had prepared from the 1,000+ questions submitted weren’t asked. And probably not being able to go back on every an
LO: To know school staff witness and see some shocking stuff
Episode 244 starts with Adam having an absolute stinker of a morning after waking up to discover he's been a victim of fraud with some going on a shopping spree, before drifting into a chat about nights out, drinking culture, getting older, and the strange pressure people put on you to “join in” even when you’re perfectly happy not drinking at all. From there, the episode takes a funny turn into s
LO: To know things were so much better in the early 2000s
Recorded as the slog towards Easter starts to bite, Episode 243 begins with the lads reflecting on that very familiar point in the term where teacher tiredness properly kicks in. There’s talk of spring optimism (or the lack of it), stress breakouts making a comeback, and the general feeling of clawing your way towards the next holiday while pretending you’re holding it together.
The episode kicks
LO: To Not Blink If You Hear A Splat!
Recorded as spring starts to creep in (even if the weather still can’t make its mind up), Episode 242 begins with the lads reflecting on the strange world of online comments and the fine balance between loving teaching and calling out the frustrations of the system around it. There’s a bit of venting about social media criticism, a reminder of why speaking honestly about education matters, and som
LO: To Know Why You Should Never Bite Your Nails!
Recorded on the back of a huge February half-term tour run, Episode 241 kicks off with a proper thank you to everyone who packed out theatres across the country. From Edinburgh on Valentine’s Day through a full week of shows, the lads reflect on near sell-outs, standing ovations, and just how surreal it feels to have a thousand-plus school staff in a room for a night of laughs. There’s also big ne
LO: To wonder who Mike Upperty is?
Recorded on the very last stretch of half term, Episode 240 is a full-throttle, no-holds-barred pre-tour episode that somehow squeezes in tour hype, wholesome dad moments, pure school chaos, and some of the most jaw-dropping listener stories yet.
The episode kicks off with big tour energy as the lads count down to hitting the road, with Edinburgh and Newcastle up first and a final rallying cry fo
LO: To Wonder How Some Teachers Have Time For Scandal When We Don't Get A Minute For The Toilet
Episode 239 is a big one. Recorded straight after another padel match that very much did not go Mr P’s way, this episode starts with sore bodies, bruised egos, and the familiar ritual of over-analysing a loss like it’s a post-match Sky Sports interview. There’s tour admin to get through too, with the February half-term shows now dangerously close, a final push for Liverpool, and the lads officiall
LO: To feel the cringe with second hand embarrassment
Recorded deep in the never-ending January slump and straight after another padel game, Episode 238 is classic Two Mr Ps energy: slightly smug from a win, physically knackered, and emotionally hanging on by a thread. The lads kick things off with padel chat, tour excitement, and a last call for tickets as the February half-term run creeps ever closer, with plenty of reminders that a night out laugh
LO: To be careful leading a Big School Bird Watch assembly
Recorded in peak January survival mode, Episode 237 is a proper classic Two Mr Ps ramble that somehow starts with tour warnings and ends with… absolute school-based chaos. The lads kick things off with a three week countdown to the next run of live shows, a bit of excitement about trialling full video episodes on YouTube, and a surprisingly long detour into haircuts, beards, and the deeply humblin
LO: To Know Who Is Strong, Built and Scary
Recorded straight after a padel game and delivered from a slightly overheated garden studio, Episode 236 is very much a classic Two Mr Ps episode: chaotic, relatable, and held together by teacher tiredness and questionable decision making. The lads kick things off with wellbeing chat, winter survival mode, and the small victories that get you through January, before a quick reminder that the live
LO - To Know About The Gates of Paradise
Recorded on the first day back after the Christmas break, Episode 235 kicks off with the lads doing what every teacher and school worker is doing right now: pretending they’re “refreshed” while their soul quietly leaves their body.
Adam shares a very real festive debrief, with Christmas containing some genuinely lovely moments… and some properly tough ones too, as Max struggles with the change of
The Two Mr Ps Christmas Special Part 2
Recorded as Part 2 of the Christmas Special, this episode is basically festive story time with no filler, just wall-to-wall chaos from schools and staff rooms.
It kicks off with a rapid-fire run of Christmas related parent complaints, the sort that make you question how we’ve survived as a species. From nativity casting drama to utterly wild expectations of what schools should be doing in Decembe
The Two Mr Ps Christmas Special Part 1
Part 1 of the Christmas Special kicks off exactly how most school staff feel by mid-December: exhausted, slightly ill, and crawling towards the finish line like it’s Sports Day in a suit.
Adam’s running on fumes, Lee’s been properly hit by the lurgy, there’s a heartfelt bit about how crucial the Christmas break is, even if you’re not a “massive Christmas person”. If you’re sat there thinking you
LO - To Know The End Piece Of A Loaf Is Called The Crust
Recorded right at the business end of term, this episode has full “teacher in December” energy: Lee’s full of lurgy, the voice is hanging on by a thread, and everyone listening will feel very seen. The lads chat about the run-in to Christmas, the looming Christmas special, and that strange mix of exhaustion and silliness that only happens in the last couple of weeks of term.
There’s a big chunk o
LO: To Realise You Are Officially Older Than Santa Claus!
Recorded on the first of December, this episode kicks off with full on festive chat as the lads talk advent calendars, Centre Parcs prices, the joy and absolute faff of Christmas with kids, and the emotional shift from doing the full Father Christmas and elf on the shelf routine to having slightly older children who still love it but in a different way.
There is a proper bit of reflection on nost
LO: To Often Wonder If You've Ever Done The Biggest Poo In The World That Day
In this episode, the Two Mr Ps are back recording virtually in the chaos of late November, catching up on life, school and the absolute slog that is autumn term two. Lee talks about how busy the past few weeks have been with training and travelling, and shares his appreciation for all the lovely messages after his MBE ceremony.
There is a bit of telly chat as they recommend a new drama series the
LO: To Remember To Ask The Future King If He Wants To Be A Guest On The Pod!
Welcome back to another episode of Two Mr Ps in a Podcast! It’s a big one this week as the lads sit down to record on a very special day, the day Lee received his MBE at Windsor Castle from none other than Prince William. From being suited and booted to explaining TeachMateAI to the heir to the throne, Lee shares every detail of the surreal experience, including a story about his dad making quite
LO: To always unplug your laptop from the smartboard when you're googling something!
Welcome back to another episode of Two Mr Ps in a Podcast as the lads return for Autumn 2 after a hectic few weeks on the road. It has been a rollercoaster since half term, from hospital trips and sleepless nights to a marathon run of sold-out live shows that saw almost 8,000 of you join the fun across the country. The Mr Ps share their gratitude for everyone who came along, laughed, cheered, and
A Chinwag with Dr Kaitlyn Regehr
After reading her book, "Smartphone Nation," over the summer, I'm really excited to sit down for a chinwag with Dr Kaitlyn Ragehr.
As a Digital Humanities professor at University College London, she spends a significant amount of time examining the impacts of social media, particularly on young people.
Hopefully, you find this a fascinating listen. After reading her book, I made changes to the
LO: To know the first live show of the new tour will take some beating!
Welcome back to another episode of Two Mr Ps in a Podcast as we hit the final stretch before the October half-term. Whether you’re already off or crawling to the finish line, this one’s packed with laughs, nostalgia, and a few moments of pure disbelief.
The lads kick things off still buzzing from their sold-out hometown show at Manchester’s Aviva Studios, reflecting on the biggest show of the pod
A Chinwag with Mr Burton from Educating Yorkshire
A Special bonus episode this week.
We were lucky enough to have a chinwag with Mr Burton, who you will know if you're loving watching Educating Yorkshire as much as we are.
We chat to him about his teaching journey, how the whole Educating Yorkshire show came about and the challenges around having cameras around while trying to run a school.
We will be dropping another episode later this week
LO: To Try And Get Some Sleep Before Our Biggest Show To Date!
Welcome back to another episode of Two Mr Ps in a Podcast as the lads record their final episode before the Let That Be a Lesson Live Tour officially kicks off this weekend at the Aviva Studios in Manchester. With 1,200 tickets snapped up, it is a sell-out, the biggest show we have done to date and the excitement (and nerves) are very real.
The brothers chat about tour prep, the sleepless nights,
LO: To always bring tissues to assembly!
Welcome back to another episode of Two Mr Ps in a Podcast as the countdown to the Let That Be a Lesson tour officially begins! With less than two weeks to go before the first show, the lads are buzzing with excitement (and a few nerves) as they share their final tour prep chaos and tell everyone to get their tickets from 2MrPsPodcast.com rather than Ticketmaster.
It’s also a special one as they c
LO: To Never Place A Bet On A Student
The Mr Ps are back with Season 9, Episode 3, and it’s a wild one from start to finish! After surviving a hectic week, the lads catch up on all things tour prep as the countdown is officially on. With over 12,000 tickets already sold, they share their excitement (and nerves!) as the live shows get closer.
Adam opens up about his big career change after eight years at his school, reflecting on an e
A Chinwag with Mark Simmons
A special treat this week. We are joined for a chinwag by the master of one-liners and top comedian Mark Simmons.
We talk about jokes gone wrong, we challenge Mark to give us some one-liners for school to help us get through lessons and find out what Mark used to sell to his teachers back in his school days.
Book tickets to his new tour: https://marksimmons.co.uk/
📬 Want your story featur
LO: To Always Check Who You've Sent The Text To!
Welcome back! Season 9, episode 2 lands with the Mr Ps settling into the new school year. There’s a quick (and pointed) nod to Ofsted’s latest shenanigans, then straight into good news: the live tour is flying thanks to you, wonderful people. Manchester is sold out, more dates are close, and you can still submit anonymous stories that might be read on stage.
Thread of the week is a beauty: the wo
LO: To Always Pick The Litter Up No Matter What It Turns Out To Be!
Welcome back! A new school year and therefore another season of your favourite podcast! Season 9 kicks off with the Mr Ps just about recovering after a bad bout of food poisoning after some dodgy chicken wings.
The lads dive into to the first thread, looking at when you realise you are OLD as the school year always reminds us about the passing of time, for example, Year 7s this year weren't here
A Chinwag with Laura McInerney
This week, we're joined by Laura McInerney, a former teacher turned journalist and creator of the app Teacher Tapp.
In the last of our summer holiday specials, we delve into the data her app tells us about the state of teaching and the education system. You can hear if the feelings and thoughts you have about teaching are shared across the board.
We'll be back next week with the first epis
A Chinwag with Alex Lowe and Clinton Babptiste
This week, we're joined by the hilarious Alex Lowe and his brilliant psychic character, Clinton Baptiste.
A favourite from Phoenix Nights, Clinton, is on tour across the UK.
We chat to Alex about his comedy career, from how he developed his characters, to how a performance at a school PTA went wrong, to the point he had to hide in a classroom.
We even get a reading from Clinton Baptiste, l
A Chinwag with Rhys James
This week, we’re joined by the brilliantly funny Rhys James: stand-up comedian, writer, and now author of his first book, You’ll Like It When You Get There (A Life Lived Reluctantly), out 14th August 2025.
We chat to Rhys about his career in comedy, from appearances on Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo and QI, and also dive into the themes of his hilarious and painfully relatable new book an in
A Chinwag with James Hunt from Stories about Autism
As the holidays continue, here is a chance to listen to another chinwag. This time, The Other Mr P is joined by James Hunt, who you may know from social media as an amazing dad of two who shares his family's story of living with Autism.
Hear some inspiring stories of how James has found ways to spread awareness of autism and the challenges that come along with it, and help create a community for
A Chinwag with Serena Terry AKA Mammy Banter
Our Summer holiday of special episodes continues with the hilarious Serena Terry, who you might know from TikTok and Instagram as Mammy Banter.
Join us as we find out how she ended up quitting her day job to become a touring comedian and Sunday Times Best Selling author, how she has battled depression and turned the journey into a stand-up tour and some unbelievable stories from her time at scho
A Chinwag with the Education Secretary
As we hit the summer break, the 2 MrPs have set up some specials to keep you entertained while you're having some well-earned downtime.
Mr P recently visited the Department of Education to catch up with Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson about how the new government is moving forward with its education plans.
Listen to their chat where Mr P asks all the important questions about Ofsted,
LO: To know you don't need a parent's evening slot with your own mum!
It’s the final episode of the academic year and Mr P and Adam kick things off with a hilarious British points quiz about surviving the recent heatwave. Mr P dives into his feelings of FOMO after the epic Oasis concert at Heaton Park which the Other Mr P throughly enjoyed.
Next up is a laugh-out-loud segment on petty grudges that cover everything from childhood incidents to everyday frustrations
LO: To Know Parent's Evening Is Not Like Speed Dating
Welcome back to another cracking episode of Two Mr Ps in a Podcast as we approach the end of the school year. The lads kick things off chatting about the never-ending hustle of the last few weeks — transition days, leavers’ videos, and the relentless buzz of school life that just doesn’t quit.
They dive into some big summer plans, including a highly anticipated Oasis reunion gig (and all the nost
LO: To Always Wear Your Special Parents Evening Push Up Bra at Parents Evening!
Welcome back for another episode as the Mr Ps kick off July by ranking their favourite and least favourite months of the school year with plenty of laughs and teacher truths. The lads then share the exciting news that the live tour is selling fast, with the first Manchester show now officially sold out. If you haven’t grabbed your tickets yet, get on it!
Next up, they explore the theme of childho
LO: To Know Sports Day Can Bring The Worst In Some Parents
Welcome back for another episode where we kick off testing the Other Mr P's Geography knowledge and quickly realising it is as good as he is "honest". The Mr Ps then share a deeply moving message from a listener whose life was touched by the podcast during a tough time. The message highlights the powerful impact of honest conversations about teaching, mental health, and resilience and the impact t
LO: To Know Mr P MBE has a nice ring to it
In this heartfelt and hilarious episode, the other Mr P starts by congratulating Lee on receiving his MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours, a truly epic achievement that was hard to keep a secret. Hear about the emotional reactions, celebrations and a painful bike crash that nearly ruined the day.
The Other Mr P then share stories from his recent school residential trip including giant swings, phob
LO: To Know What Not To Do To Be That Annoying Colleague!
Welcome to episode 217 of Two Mr Ps in a Podcast! As we settle into week two of Summer term, the Mr Ps dive into a range of hilarious and relatable topics.
They kick off with the essential reminder to book your tickets for their massive live tour happening this October and February — spreading laughs far and wide across the UK. Plus, they’re gearing up for a summer of interviews and guest episode
LO: To Know That Primary School Kids Love Snails
Welcome back to Two Mr Ps in a Podcast! Recorded right after the half term break, the brothers dive into teacher report writing, AI in schools, and the perennial debate about whether AI can or should help with writing those dreaded reports. Plus, they chat about the reality of half term weather (spoiler: it’s grim), and big thanks to everyone grabbing tickets for their biggest live tour yet — sta
LO: To Make Sure If You Meet The King He Doesn't Give You The Side Eye
In this episode, the lads are back for a jam-packed ride through Sats stress, royal garden parties, and some truly unforgettable residential trip stories. 👑💩
Mr P reflects on his surreal visit to Buckingham Palace for a royal garden party celebrating education. He met King Charles, cracked a few jokes, and left with a selfie that definitely doesn’t reflect how well the conversation went.
The duo
A Chinwag with George Lewis
In this episode, the lads are joined by none other than George Lewis – stand-up comedian, writer and actor. They chat all things parenting, comedy and life on the road, with plenty of laughs and honest reflections along the way.
George opens up about his son’s love of football and how the club’s support has meant the world to them 💙. He shares his experience of balancing being a dad of three with
LO: To know students will ask visitors the most brutal questions
Welcome back to another jam-packed episode of Two Mr P’s in a Podcast! 😄 This week, the Mr Ps reflect on the joy of a four-day week and pose a big Would You Rather to teachers across the country: an extra £5K or a four-day work week? 💷🗓️ Find out what the overwhelming majority chose!
The brothers take a nostalgic trip down memory lane as they explore what millennials lived through that Gen Z ne
LO: To Celebrate Mr P Turning The BIG 4-0
It's a big one this week – Mr P is officially 40! 🎉 After celebrating with a spa day in the Lake District, he reflects on hitting the big 4-0, while also dealing with the chaos of a wasp invasion at home 🐝. There's plenty of laughter as he shares how his own kids brutally roasted him with some hilariously savage personalised birthday cards 🎂😂. The episode also marks another major milestone: seven
LO: To Know They Don't Write Reports Like They Used To!
🎉 The Mr Ps are back and ready to tackle the start of the summer term, but not without a few grumbles—especially when it comes to stolen bank holidays and shortened breaks! Mr P shares his outrage about only getting one week off for Easter and the injustice of missing out on a bank holiday when it falls during school holidays. Teachers deserve their perks! 🏖️ There’s a recap of Mr P’s Easter trip
The Other Mr P with Kate Griggs from Made By Dyslexia
The book, Xtraordinary People, is aimed at young readers 7+ and has been crafted by Kate Griggs, an award-winning social entrepreneur and the founder of Made By Dyslexia, a global charity led by famous and successful dyslexics.
Kate is a leading voice in dyslexia advocacy, she has appeared on television, radio, and TEDx, working to reshape how the world understands and supports dyslexic thinking
LO: To Know The Best Seats On The School Bus Are At The Back
The Mr Ps are back with another packed episode full of school staff giggles, sibling chaos, and some wild stories you won’t believe actually happened.
This week, Mr P shares an unexpected invite to 10 Downing Street (yep, really) and wonders what kind of breakfast awaits—a posh pastry or a policy chat? Meanwhile, Adam’s in full Easter play prep mode as his daughter takes on the lead role… and let’
LO: To Never Wag A French Lesson
The Mr Ps are back for another packed episode talking you on a wild ride through awkward teacher moments, legendary high school drama, and the kind of classroom chaos only teachers will understand.
Mr P shares the relatable tale of becoming that parent—the one who insists their child is fine, only for said child to spectacularly throw up the moment they return to school. Meanwhile, the other Mr P
LO: To know the difference between a work mate and a work colleague
Welcome back to another episode of Two Mr P’s in a Podcast – Season 8, Episode 23!
After a short break, the two Mr P’s are back and firing on all cylinders, bringing you another jam-packed episode full of hilarious teacher tales, cringe-worthy moments, and eyebrow-raising confessions. Whether you’re listening on your commute, hiding in the stock cupboard for a moment of peace, or winding down afte
LO: To Know They Don't Make Quotable Lines Like They Used To
In this episode, the brothers return exhausted and slightly delirious after surviving World Book Day—a day that somehow manages to be both magical and utterly draining in equal measure. Mr P records from a hotel room in London after a mammoth drive, while Adam is fresh off the back of a residential trip, where sleep was a distant dream, and the only winner was his son, who suddenly learned how to
LO: To Never Let A Student Pick The Assembly Song
In this episode, the brothers return from half-term and realise, as always, that the break somehow managed to feel both endless and over in a flash. Mr P attempts to navigate a night out at Bongo’s Bingo while stone-cold sober—a truly eye-opening experience that leaves him questioning everything from health and safety risks to the stamina of students on a night out. Meanwhile, Adam reflects on a w
LO: To Know You Should Never Call Your Pet Budgie "Willy"
In the last episode before the February half-term break, Mr P and the other Mr P dive into the chaos of Ofsted visits as Adam finally emerges from the other side—did the inspectors bring up Lee’s latest rant? Mr P tries to resist the urge to further damn the latest reforms and the ludicrous nature of Ofsted judging schools on attendance.
Elsewhere, the lads discuss the most annoying sayings doin
LO: To know Ofsted clearly have staff meetings in Nandos
This week, it’s all happening! Adam gets the call—yes, that dreaded school phone call that sends shivers down every teacher’s spine. The brothers dive into the stress, absurdity, and high stakes of an Ofsted visit, while Mr P unleashes an almighty rant about Ofsted’s latest so-called “reforms” (spoiler: they’re just as pointless and ridiculous as ever).
Elsewhere, they tackle the big debate—should
LO: To know we all did cringey things as teenagers
In this episode, the brothers dive headfirst into the hilarity and chaos of school life, with a good dose of relatable rants and cringe-worthy moments. They kick things off with Mr P telling a tale that’s every teacher’s nightmare—It’s a story of survival, wet wipes, and making a memorable first impression (shoe in hand).
Next, they take on the January blues, swapping stories of windy playground
LO: To officially decide the ultimate British phrase
In this episode, the brothers take a humorous detour into the world of all things weird, wonderful, and very British. First, they kick things off by chatting about the latest (and eyebrow-raising) news across the pond—no shortage of opinions on political happenings in the U.S. But fear not, the lads swiftly bring it back home with a fun tournament to find the most quintessentially British phrase e
LO: To wish students would focus their creativity in their studies not brutal comebacks
LO: To wish students would focus their creativity in their studies not brutal comebacks
The Mr Ps are back, and they're braving the winter blues in this jam-packed episode! ❄️
In this week's catch-up, Lee and Adam discuss why January feels endless and share a hilarious news story about a student who's in hot water with his school after being caught on TV at an away football match. Plus, they exp
