Be A Funky Teacher Podcast
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Classroom stories, practical ideas, teacher well-being, leadership, student voice, and honest reflection from Mr. Funky Teacher, Nicholas Kleve.
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36 episodes
Apr 19, 2026
Sunday School for Teachers: Elijah Under the Broom Tree — When You’re Burned Out
In this episode, I reflect on the story of Elijah under the broom tree and what it means for teachers who are feeling burned out. After a powerful…
Apr 12, 2026
Sunday School for Teachers: The Pharisee and the Tax Collector — Humility in Leadership
In this episode, I reflect on the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector and what it teaches about humility in leadership. This story challenges me to…
Apr 5, 2026
Sunday School for Teachers — Seeing the One in the Tree
This Sunday School for Teachers episode centers on the story of Zacchaeus and the powerful idea of being truly seen. It reflects on how Jesus noticed one individual…
Apr 5, 2026
Special Message: Happy Easter–He Is Risen!
This special message pauses to recognize Easter and the meaning it holds. After a week of reflection during Holy Week, this moment points to something bigger—hope, renewal, and…
Mar 29, 2026
Sunday School for Teachers: The Widow’s Mite — Small Acts Still Matter
In this episode, I share a Sunday School for Teachers reflection centered on the story of the widow’s offering. It’s a reminder that what may seem small on…
Mar 22, 2026
Sunday School for Teachers: Ruth — Faithfulness in Small Places
In this Sunday School for Teachers episode, I reflect on the story of Ruth and the power of faithfulness in small places. In a time of loss and…
Mar 15, 2026
Sunday School for Teachers: The Armor of God — Guarding Your Heart in Teaching
In this Sunday School for Teachers episode, I reflect on the Armor of God from Ephesians 6 and how it applies to the daily life of an educator.…
Mar 8, 2026
Sunday School for Teachers: The Vine — Staying Connected
In this Sunday School for Teachers episode, I reflect on Jesus’ teaching in John 15 about the vine and the branches. This powerful image reminds believers that life…
Mar 1, 2026
Sunday School for Teachers: Moses and the Burning Bush – When You Feel Unqualified
In this Sunday School for Teachers episode, I reflect on the story of Moses and the burning bush from Exodus 2–4. Moses was not confident or polished when…
Feb 22, 2026
Sunday School for Teachers: Daniel in the Lion’s Den — Courage in Public Spaces
In this Sunday School for Teachers episode, I reflect on Daniel in the Lion’s Den and what courage looks like for Christian educators serving in public spaces. Daniel’s…
Feb 15, 2026
Sunday School for Teachers: The Parable of the Talents — Faithful With What We’ve Been Given
In this Sunday School for Teachers episode, I reflect on the Parable of the Talents from Matthew 25 and what it means to be faithful with what we’ve…
Feb 8, 2026
Sunday School for Teachers: The Fruit of the Spirit — Who We Are Before What We Do
In this Sunday School for Teachers episode, I reflect on Galatians 5 and the Fruit of the Spirit, focusing on who we are becoming before what we are…