Coffee and Whiteboard Markers Podcast

About Coffee and Whiteboard Markers Podcast

From the front lines of the classroom, Myles O'Kane and Matty Bissett talk all things teaching in these weekly episodes. Hosted from Australia, this podcast dives into the highs, lows, and everything in between of teaching. Whether you're a new teacher finding your feet or a seasoned educator looking for fresh ideas, we've got you covered. Tune in and let's make a difference one lesson at a time!

Publisher

Coffee and Whiteboard Markers

Category

comedy · education · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Mar 2023

Latest episode

21 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

88 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Oct 2026

   Episode 89:Staffroom Survival: How to Work Effectively With Anyone.

   Working with students is only one part of being a teacher. Working effectively with the adults around you can be just as challenging! In this episode, we explore what it really takes to build strong, productive and professional relationships with colleagues in Australian schools. Whether you're working with fellow teachers, school leaders, Student Services, or support staff, effective communication, managing disagreements, and building trust can make a huge difference to your work environme...

2. 

   30 Aug 2026

   Episode 87: Teaching Isn't What You Think - Myths vs Reality

   In this episode, we break down some of the most common misconceptions about what it actually means to be a teacher and compare them with the reality of working in schools. We discuss: The myth that teachers only work during school hoursWhat teacher “holidays” actually look likeWhy great teachers can still have difficult classesThe idea that good behaviour management means never having behaviour problemsWhether teaching gets easier with experienceThe assumption that teachers simply deliver the...

3. 

   24 Aug 2026

   Epsiode 86: Do Teachers and Students Need Shorter School Terms?

   Should students and teachers spend fewer weeks at school each year? In this episode of Coffee and Whiteboard Markers, we explore the debate around shortening school terms, following the proposal from a School in Western Australia calling for a review of the length of the school year. Rather than simply asking whether teachers need more holidays, we take a deeper look at what a shorter school year could actually mean for teachers, students, families and the education system. In this episode, w...

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