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What if a dragon lived in my closet? What if there were a never-ending bowl of ice cream? Pirates, fairies, wizards, robots, and friends help Mr. Eric tell stories inspired by kids’ questions. What If World’s progressive stories will keep kids laughing while fostering curiosity, imagination, and resilience. Grownups, it's easy to share your kids' questions! Respond to our What If prompts on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast, leave a voicemail at 205-605-WHAT, or email whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com.

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What if a dragon lived in my closet? What if there were a never-ending bowl of ice cream? Pirates, fairies, wizards, robots, and friends help Mr. Eric tell stories inspired by kids’ questions. What If World’s progressive stories will keep kids laughing while fostering curiosity, imagination, and resilience. Grownups, it's easy to share your kids' questions! Respond to our What If prompts on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast, leave a voicemail at 205-605-WHAT, or email whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com.

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English

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205-605-WHAT


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341. Cryptid Kids #5: What if G&G and What If World mixed together?

1/20/2025
The Observatorium is fading away, and monsters are invading WIW from G&G. Can the Cryptid Kids help Abacus P. Grumbler save his school? Lessons include: Sharing ideas makes play more exciting; with effort and imagination, we can ensure there’s enough for everyone. This story is part of a new Guilds & Goblins campaign, where What If World characters (and guests) play an original tabletop RPG for kids and families. Real-life dice rolls, usually with a 20-sided die (or d20), help us tell the story, along with your questions! Start with episodes 327, 328, 330, & 331 Cryptid Kids #1 to #4, if you’ve never heard a G&G story. Please Subscribe and show your Support! Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Kevin Swanstrom wrote this episode. Our producer is Miss Lynn. Character art by Ana Stretcu, episode art by Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by Jason O’Keefe, and theme song by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:27:39

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178. Big Trouble for Little Freddy (Remastered)

1/13/2025
Fred the Dog runs out of sticks, and desperate times call for desperate antics! What will become of our President? Lessons include: Not all attention is good for you; there’s more to being a leader than getting your way. This remastered episode first aired on September 14th, 2020. Please Subscribe and show your Support! Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Kevin Swanstrom wrote this episode. Our producer is Miss Lynn. Character art by Ana Stretcu, episode art by Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by Jason O’Keefe, and theme song by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:25:55

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340. Lucia asks: What If Pirates Hunted for Vegetables?

1/6/2025
Petey the Pirate allies with the Broccoli-headed swashbuckler known as Brock O’Lander, but will Petey enjoy hunting for vegetables? Lessons include: It’s good to try new things, but you can’t force people to like something they don’t; people like what they like. Please Subscribe and show your Support! Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Kevin Swanstrom wrote this episode. Our producer is Miss Lynn. Character art by Ana Stretcu, episode art by Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by Jason O’Keefe, and theme song by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:26:11

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Stump Mr. Eric: Four Short Stories

12/31/2024
As a gift to all our listeners, we’re releasing a special episode of Stump Mr. Eric featuring our new short story segment. Fred the Dog, the Learninator, Fair Elise, Alabaster Zero, and several slightly nefarious doubles appear in these stories, all made up on the spot answering your What If Questions. Please Subscribe and show your Support! New supporters can listen to every episode of Stump Mr. Eric, with a new one released monthly. Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our producer is Miss Lynn. Character art by Ana Stretcu, episode art by Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by Jason O’Keefe, and theme song by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:25:03

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207. Beatrice asks: What if What If World had a potluck? (Remastered)

12/30/2024
Petey the Party Planner Pirate puts on a potluck party, and there are a few surprises in store… also, a lot of candy casseroles. Then, unsurprisingly, the world gets taken over. Lessons include: Everyone needs help sometimes, and it’s okay to ask; setting a good example feels terrific, but others won't always follow your lead. This remastered story first aired on June 7th, 2021. Please Subscribe and show your Support! Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our producer is Miss Lynn. Character art by Ana Stretcu, episode art by Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by Jason O’Keefe, and theme song by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:19:46

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339. Saffron asks: What if you got stuck in Dungeons & Dungeons? (w/ Tessa Flannery)

12/23/2024
Dracomax and his pen pal, Nessie (voiced by Tessa Flannery), turn into figurines to save Fred the Dog from the dangerous game Dungeons & Dungeons! Lessons include: If all you do is show off, you may miss your chance to connect with a new friend; with patience and creativity, you can change any game to be more inclusive. Please Subscribe and show your Support! Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our producer is Miss Lynn. Character art by Ana Stretcu, episode art by Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by Jason O’Keefe, and theme song by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:31:46

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338. Colin asks: What if Dracomax got stuck in the 4th dimension? (Courage Meditation)

12/16/2024
He’s done it now. The most enormous dragon in What If World got stuck inside time itself! Can he calm his fears with mindfulness and get himself unstuck? Lessons include: Consider your fear with kindness, courage, and curiosity; courage takes practice! Please Subscribe and show your Support! Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our producer is Miss Lynn. Character art by Ana Stretcu, episode art by Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by Jason O’Keefe, and theme song by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:24:48

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337. Aarohan asks: What if robots had emotions? (w/ Dagmara Sitek)

12/9/2024
Our guest Dagmara voices Arrowbot, a young robot taking her first art class. Can she figure out how to share her feelings through art, or will she need help from Articus P. Thumbler? Lessons include: Art can help us express and understand our feelings; You are an artist if you keep practicing, no matter your ability level. Go to couragetales.com to learn more about “Cam Creates a Hero” and other great children’s books by Dagmara Sitek! Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:24:35

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90. Liliana asks: What if swim class was in the trees? (Remastered)

12/2/2024
Larra Legend gets introduced in this ode to Avatar (the show, not the movie). Can the Princess of Penguins and the Princess of Pixies save a knight from the Princess of Pincers? Can Sir Squiggles learn to be grateful for their help? Lessons include: Everyone deserves respect; admit when you need help, and be grateful when you receive it. This remastered classic first aired on August 20th, 2018. Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Grownups, help your kids share their questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:21:04

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336. Good Words World (w/ Miss Lynn)

11/25/2024
Smartsy Fartsy takes us on a tour of Good Words World, where language comes to life. We learn about Idioms, Synonyms, Antonyms, and Euphemisms as we answer four of your What If Questions! Lessons include: There are countless ways to play with language; Be direct when you want to be understood. Head to misslynn.com to learn more about the Good Words podcast and Miss Lynn’s fantastic music! Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Grownups, help your kids share their questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:26:00

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335. Magic Land #2: Alabaster Minus One

11/18/2024
Alabaster Zero and Cramma Olm are stuck inside a tiny bubble, along with Cthunkle, who isn’t much help… Lessons include: It’s never too late to start practicing kindness; we can’t change the past, but our choices shape the future! Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Grownups, help your kids share their questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:27:41

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334. Magic Land # 1: What if a mini ghost town was on top of a coffee shop?

11/11/2024
334. Magic Land Part 1: What if a mini ghost town was on top of a coffee shop? The villains Wardrobe and Cramma Olm have taken over the world, but they don’t know what to do next. Lessons include: Our choices affect the world daily; power doesn’t bring happiness. Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Grownups, help your kids share their questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:27:26

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185. President-Elect Part 2: The Hat Trick (Remastered)

11/4/2024
Fair Elise and Alabaster Zero confront the villain challenging What If World’s election results! Lessons include: There is no such thing as absolute power; if enough people work together, no villain can defeat them. This remastered episode first aired on November 16th, 2020. Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Grownups, help your kids share their questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube. Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer, Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:19:12

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184. Izzy asks: What if your hat was full of spiderwebs? (Remastered)

10/30/2024
Poppa Loo’s News announces the next president, but then a mystery case of spider-web hats overtakes the people of What If World! Can Alabaster and Fair Elise get to the bottom of their latest case? Lessons include: Relationships grow and change as we do; wanting something doesn’t mean you are entitled to it. This remastered episode first aired on November 9th, 2020. Grownups in the US, our next election is Tuesday, November 5th. Visit vote.gov and make your voting plan today! Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:24:34

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333. Rory asks: What if pancakes were at a party and they fell?

10/28/2024
Fred the Dog and Miss Karen join the fun as a pancake party turns to monster mayhem! Lessons include: We build resilience when we keep trying; syrup-drinking contests are only for pancake people. Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Grownups, help your kids share their questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:24:32

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332. Nia asks: What if all the people turned bad?

10/21/2024
When the wizard, Abacus, orders a magic staff from Cramazon, he gets more than he bargained for. Lessons include: Visualizing a positive outcome can turn nervousness into excitement; choices define you, not how other people see you. Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Grownups, help your kids share their questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:27:44

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331. Cryptid Kids #4: Escape the Haunted Hotel!

10/14/2024
When Scribno the Doodleknight, Imara the Dragon Detective, and Penny the Pastapus try to escape the Monster Machine, they end up in a strange new world! Lessons include: When others are in need, a helper tries to make a difference. This story is part of a new Guilds & Goblins campaign, where What If World characters (and guests) play an original tabletop RPG for kids and families. Real-life dice rolls help us tell the story, along with your questions! Start with episodes 327, 328, & 330 Cryptid Kids #1 to #3, if you’ve never heard a G&G story. Campaign Two includes G&G 23 to G&G 33, or episodes 294-296, 302-304, 307, 310-311, and 315-316. Campaign One includes G&G 1 to G&G 22, or episodes 176, 181-182, 191-193, 199-199 ½, 214-217, 243-245, 263, 270-271, and 275-279. Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Grownups, help your kids share their questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:30:18

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330. Cryptid Kids #3: What if a banana became a supervillain?

10/7/2024
What do a banana and a Monster Machine have in common? Your questions and our dice rolls will help us find out. Also, Mr. Eric finally says the word you’ve asked him to speak for years! Lessons include: Big problems require a lot of thought and teamwork to solve; we should talk about our bodies literally and ask our grownups questions if we’re confused. This story is part of a new Guilds & Goblins campaign, where What If World characters (and guests) play an original tabletop RPG for kids and families. Real-life dice rolls help us tell the story, along with your questions! Start with episodes 327 & 328, Cryptid Kids #1 & #2, if you’ve never heard a G&G story. Campaign Two includes G&G 23 to G&G 33, or episodes 294-296, 302-304, 307, 310-311, and 315-316. Campaign One includes G&G 1 to G&G 22, or episodes 176, 181-182, 191-193, 199-199 ½, 214-217, 243-245, 263, 270-271, and 275-279. Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Grownups, help your kids share their questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:28:54

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223. Petey the Pumpkin #2: What if a dog was a dentist? (Remastered)

10/2/2024
It's a bonus drop to finish our remastered two-part Halloween Special! Mamma Jamma meets her new dentist, and a surprise special guest gets transformed again and again! Lessons include: listening to the dentist can help us avoid uncomfortable future visits; big or small, everyone is afraid of something This remastered story first aired on November 1st, 2021. Supporters of What If World will get a bonus episode this week! Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Grownups, help your kids share their questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:27:08

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222. Petey the Pumpkin #1: What if we are school buses’ breakfast? (Remastered)

9/30/2024
We’ve got two short, Halloween-themed stories to share today. Will Zach and Zizi face their fears together? Lessons include: Most things aren’t all that scary once we learn more about them; we may never feel fully ready to face our fears, and sometimes we have to take a little leap when it’s safe to do so This remastered story first aired on October 15th, 2021. Supporters of What If World will get a bonus episode this week! Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Grownups, help your kids share their questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

Duration:00:26:24