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 nostalgia and excitement that comes with it), plus the Two Mr Ps live tour with tickets selling fast — do...
Jul 08, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 8Ep. 35
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 childhood movie trauma, recalling films that genuinely scared them as kids—from The Land Before Time and The...
Jul 02, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 8Ep. 34
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 the podcast can have. The lads then explore some of the things we can no longer do because of one per...
Jun 25, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Season 8Ep. 33
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, phobias and managing 39 kids in the heat. Next, the brothers discuss this week’s thread about the most ch...
Jun 19, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 8Ep. 32
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 episodes, and they want to hear your dream guest suggestions! The brothers then get real about those harmles...
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 8Ep. 31
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 — starting in Manchester and finishing in Salford with a packed schedule. Get your tickets at 2mrpspodcast...
Jun 03, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 8Ep. 30
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 also reveal their biggest tour show yet: they're finishing their 2025/26 tour at The Lowry’s massiv...
May 21, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 8Ep. 29
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 performing his biggest tour to date – and how he’s managing to stay off the late-night drive-thru s...
May 16, 2025•1 hr 12 min
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 never will: from dial-up internet 📞 to Encarta 📀, from video rentals at Blockbuster 📼 to Route Plan...
May 08, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 8Ep. 28
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 years since the very first Two Mr Ps in a Podcast episode was released! 🎙️🎉 The lads dive into...
Apr 30, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Season 8Ep. 27
🎉 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 to Barry Island for the long-awaited Gavin & Stacey tour, plus reflections on turning the big ...
Apr 25, 2025•1 hr•Season 8Ep. 26
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. Xtraordinary People is a positive and encouraging look at the strengths and challenges of dyslexia a...
Apr 11, 2025•40 min
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’s just say they're big sandals to fill after Mr P played the same role back in the day. There’s also...
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 8Ep. 25
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 is podcasting from a hotel room, on a mission to find a hotel gym that actually works. But the real ...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 8Ep. 24
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 after a long day in the classroom, this episode is guaranteed to bring plenty of laughs. The lads get st...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 8Ep. 23
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 sleep perfectly the moment Dad left. Adam continues his World Book Day tradition of dressing up as a...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 8Ep. 22
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 weekend of questionable decisions, including a stay in a boiling-hot Alton Towers hotel room that fel...
Feb 25, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 8Ep. 21
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 doing the rounds, from “hollybobs” to “fur baby”, and discover that the other Mr P might need to retire “i...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 8Ep. 20
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 kids call teachers by their first names? One listener argues the case, but let’s just say the lads ...
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 8Ep. 19
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 duties, sleepless nights, and reminiscing about the energy (and questionable fashion choices) of thei...
Jan 29, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 8Ep. 18
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 ever. They then delve into more of your uproarious real-life classroom tales—teachers getting locked ...
Jan 22, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 8Ep. 17
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 explore outrageous co-worker tales—including how some ended up getting the sack—and offer advice to a lis...
Jan 15, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 8Ep. 16
LO: To Make Sure You Avoid Awkward Encounters With Parents The Mr Ps are back with their first episode of 2025! ✨ In this week’s catch-up, Lee and Adam share how their Christmas breaks really went—from emergency vet runs to emotional family moments, it was far from a silent night. They also kick off the new term with fresh goals, including (possibly) adopting new musical skills… yes, Mr P is learning a new instrument! 🎶 The brothers rank their top entertainment from the past year—films, TV show...
Jan 15, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 8Ep. 15
The Mr Ps are back for their final episode of 2024—and it’s a milestone 200th show (by their titling, anyway)! Recorded just before the festive break, they reflect on a whirlwind half-term dominated by nativity chaos, sneezing kids, and the usual December colds sweeping the corridors. 🎄 In true Christmas fashion, the lads share their top 5 worst and top 5 best Christmas songs. Expect some hot takes—songs you might love wind up on their “worst” lists, and they reveal the underrated tracks that r...
Dec 19, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Season 8Ep. 14
The Mr Ps are back with their penultimate episode of 2024 (episode 199, Season 8 Ep 13), recording virtually while Mr P is working away. With just one more episode to go before a big Christmas special and their 200th episode, the brothers reflect on the festive season approaching. They talk about balancing all the added Christmas chaos in school with the usual workload, reassuring everyone feeling the December strain that they’re not alone. 🎄 They put a call out for your best Christmas stories—...
Dec 11, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Season 8Ep. 13
The Mr Ps are back and embracing the festive season! 🎄 In this week’s episode, the brothers kick off December chatting about Advent calendars (or lack thereof) and reflect on how their Christmas traditions have evolved since childhood. They also empathise with teachers up and down the country who are in the thick of Nativity rehearsals—hang in there, you’ve got this! ✨ They share some big, exciting news: the third Two Mr Ps Tour is officially happening! They break down the upcoming dates, venue...
Dec 05, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 8Ep. 12
LO: To Know What Makes For An Interesting Parents Evening The Mr Ps are back with another packed episode after a short hiatus! 🎉 In this week's catch-up, the brothers tease an exciting announcement coming this Saturday—so make sure to stay tuned on their social media channels! They also discuss who would play them and their family members in a movie about their lives, leading to some hilarious casting choices. Mr P shares stories from his whirlwind work trip to Southeast Asia, visiting schools ...
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 8Ep. 11
With Mr P on his travels to Asia doing his training, The Other Mr P welcomes Andy Day to the podcast, star of CBeebies, lead singer of Andy and the Oddsocks and a patron of Anti-Bullying week. Andy talks about his new book ‘Dino Dad - Ice Age’ as well as discussing his own school days! We hope you all enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 13, 2024•34 min•Season 8Ep. 11
LO: To Make Sure The Mic Isn't On When You Visit The Loo! The Mr Ps are back together for episode 194 before Mr P embarks on a whirlwind tour of South Asia! ✈️ In this week's catch-up, the brothers discuss Mr P's upcoming work trip, his flying anxieties, and also learn the origins of Halloween before sharing some other basic knowledge that a scary amount of people don’t know. The lads then answer some more of your listener questions including which film titles describe their teaching style. They...
Nov 06, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 8Ep. 10
LO - To Know How To Catch A Ghost In Your Classroom The Mr Ps are back with another packed episode recorded on Halloween! 🎃 In this week's catch-up, Mr P shares why he's not a fan of Halloween and reminisce about some of their epic fancy dress parties from the past. They answer some of your listener questions before creating their dream teaching staff by assigning famous people to different subjects—find out who they'd pick to educate the next generation! 📚 They share some ridiculous parent co...
Nov 01, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Season 8Ep. 9
