English Teacher is a new FX comedy created by and starring Brian Jordan Alvarez as Evan Marquez, a teacher trying to survive the chaos of high school life in Austin, Texas. On this podcast, we break down the two-part premiere (Pilot and Powderpuff), where Evan faces everything from difficult parents, to school politics, to 2024 student discourse. Alongside his best friend Gwen (Stephanie Koenig), the show blends sharp humor with everyday school chaos. Stick around as we discuss standout moments, our favorite/least favorite scenes, and predictions for where the series might head next. Welcome to Today’s Episode!