We Are Fine

Whether you’re a Gen Z screenager, a morbid Millennial, or an emotionally unavailable Gen X-er

There’s one thing we can all agree on… We are NOT prepared for this life thing. And, it’s starting to look like nobody’s coming to the rescue.

As an educator trauma bonded to social media and lifelong human, Lauran Woolley (@mrs.woolleyin5th) has learned one essential truth above all else – history repeats itself. Each week, join Lauran and Jordan Woolley as they are thrown into the deep end of some truly heinous games all in the pursuit of self-improvement for the future. From reenacting pivotal moments in history (see: surviving the Civil War as a circus clown) to solving a SAW-style escape room through crafting the perfect text for cancelling dinner plans - their pain is your gain. As we journey together towards preparedness, should at any point you start to feel nervous about mastering these critical life skills, just keep repeating this mantra: WE ARE FINE!

Recent Episodes

March 26, 2025

We Can Finally Say It… We’re Expecting!

In Episode 18 we finally shares the big news—we're expecting! We open up about the joy, anxiety, and emotional rollercoaster of pregnancy after loss, reflecting on our journey from heartbreak to hope. Plus, I share how they broke the news to our family and my students!
March 19, 2025

Past To The Future: Nevada Legalizes Gambling (1931) with Gaspare Randazzo

In Episode 17 we welcome stand-up comedian and teacher Gaspare Randazzo for a hilarious, chaotic, and slightly dangerous episode. Gaspare shares his experience balancing a teaching career with performing comedy nationwide, as well as his family’s real-life history with the mafia. Then, we all play …
March 12, 2025

Escape Womb: Getting Our Security Deposit Back

In Episode 16 we share the other new game we talked about last week. It may be our most ridiculous challenge yet—Escape Womb, an adulting-themed escape room game that proves none of us really know how to be adults. Our mission? Get our security deposit back from the evil Landlord Specter.

About the Hosts

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Lauran Woolley (@Mrs.WoolleyIn5th)

5th Grade Teacher / Digital Influencer

Lauran Woolley is a 5th-grade teacher in Ohio with a passion for making education fun and accessible—both in the classroom and online. With over 7 million followers across TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, Lauran has become a beloved figure in the educator community. Known for her "My Favorite Answers" series, hilarious teacher-student comedy sketches, and infectious dance videos, she brings joy, laughter, and a little bit of chaos to the world of education. But it's not all fun and games—Lauran also knows how hard teaching can be, which is why she’s committed to creating a space for teachers to connect, share, and laugh through the highs and lows of the profession. Whether she's sharing the real talk behind lesson plans, talking mental health on the podcast, or just spreading positivity, Lauran's approach is always grounded in empathy and humor.

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Jordan Woolley

Photographer / Videographer / Trauma-Bonded Educator's Husband

Jordan Woolley is the guy who balances out all the crazy in Lauran’s world. As a talented photographer and videographer, Jordan brings his sharp eye for detail and storytelling to every project he touches. But his real claim to fame? Being the patient and hilarious husband of Lauran Woolley, the social media sensation. He might not teach 5th grade, but he’s no stranger to the wild world of education, having spent countless hours watching Lauran navigate the chaos of lesson plans, parent-teacher conferences, and social media fame.