The Off-Period Podcast

Join Mel, Sean, and Dave, three high school English teachers who spend their off-period discussing all things literary—from the writing process to classic literature, to guilty pleasure reading and even trash. In this podcast they take on any and all of these topics, and share stories about their own original works as well as their different styles and writing journeys. So grab a chair, pull out your lunchbox, and tune in until the bell tells us we’re out of time.
Join Mel, Sean, and Dave, three high school English teachers who spend their off-period discussing all things literary—from the writing process to classic literature, to guilty pleasure reading and even trash. In this podcast they take on any and all of these topics, and share stories about their own original works as well as their different styles and writing journeys. So grab a chair, pull out your lunchbox, and tune in until the bell tells us we’re out of time.
Episodes
Episodes



Thursday Jan 15, 2026
Episode 6: Artificial Intelligence
Thursday Jan 15, 2026
Thursday Jan 15, 2026
Join your three favorite English teachers as they discuss the use of Artificial Intelligence both inside and outside the classroom. From the use of AI in media, art and writing, to AI actress Tilly Norwood, they touch on it all. Tune in as they explore the question, “Just because we can do something, does that mean we should?” Don’t be late, once that bell rings, class will be dismissed.



Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
Episode 5 - Part 2. The master of NON-horror: Stephen King
Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
Join your favorite English teachers as they continue their discussion about the fantastic creations of their favorite author, Stephen King. Unlike so many conversations about King’s famous novels, this one centers around the works that do not fall into the category of horror. Be sure to tune in, and don’t be late. Once that bell rings, class will be dismissed.



Monday Nov 24, 2025
Episode 4 - The Master of NON-Horror: Stephen King
Monday Nov 24, 2025
Monday Nov 24, 2025
Join your three favorite English teachers this week as they discuss what no one is talking about: Stephen King’s amazing works that are NOT horror stories. From award winning dramas to murder-mystery detective stories, the man does it all. Give a listen to find out which King non-horrors you’ve probably already seen as and loved. But don’t be late; once that bell rings class will be dismissed.



Friday Oct 31, 2025
Episode 3 - Horror Stories Part 2.
Friday Oct 31, 2025
Friday Oct 31, 2025
In this episode your three favorite teaches continue their discussion of the horror genre. Tune in to find out what gruesome tales are in store, but don’t be late—once the bell rings your soul will sit in detention…forever.



Wednesday Oct 22, 2025
Episode Two - Horror Stories!
Wednesday Oct 22, 2025
Wednesday Oct 22, 2025
In this episode your favorite teachers tackle the topic of horror fiction—from literary classics to modern slashers and everything in between. Novels, movies, series, short stories, nothing is off-limits. Join the off-period podcast for this spooky Halloween episode, but don’t be late; once the bell rings class will be dismissed. Next episode will drop on October 31st!



Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
Off-Period Podcast - The Pilot
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
Join Dave, Mel, and Sean, three English teachers who get together during their off-period to talk about all things literary—from the writing process to classic literature, to guilty pleasure reading and even trash. In this pilot episode they talk about the original works they’ve written and how they each approach the dreaded blank page. Make sure you get to class on time because they’ve only got 42 minutes until the next bell.




