Blackboard of Broken Dreams

Listen to Mom – S1E5

Ed brings on his mom with 47 years in Special Ed, 20 in Baltimore, and somehow still standing. She’s seen it all, survived it all, and has the IEP scars to prove it. Mat’s just here taking notes so he makes it another 5 years.The Blackboard of Broken Dreams: Where burnt-out meets tenure.

Stereotypes – Part Two

This time, we’re turning our sarcastic gaze toward the front office. From walkie-talkie warriors to data-driven delinquents, we’re calling out the admin archetypes that haunt your inbox. Laugh quietly…someone might be doing a walkthrough.

Stereotypes – Part 1

From the teacher who thinks they’re hot to the one giving away supplies before retirement, Ed and Mat break down the faculty lounge one stereotype at a time. It’s funny because it’s true… and also a little sad.

Do I Need To Call? – S1E2

Ed and Mat revisit their first teaching fiascos including bad phone calls, hallway fights, and a student with daytime TV energy. It only took beer, whiskey, and several detentions to survive.

Trial by Fire – S1E1

Episode 1! The first one after the PILOT! Welcome to the Blackboard of Broken Dreams, where Ed Plan and Mat Hematics kick things off with tales of trial by fire. From first-year disasters to the kind of ‘professional development’ that makes you question your life choices, nothing is off limits. If you’ve ever wondered how […]