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What If World - Stories for Kids

About the show

What If World is a storytelling podcast for kids. Each week, Mr. Eric takes a "what if?" question from a friend and spins it into a story just for you.

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Join Mr. Eric for imaginative stories sparked by kids' questions, fostering curiosity and resilience.

Grownups, share your kids' What-If Questions, and we may use them in a story! Call our voicemail at 205-605-WHAT or email hello@whatifworldpodcast.com.

Fast Facts

Audience
Ages 5–12
Network
Eric O'Keeffe / Starglow Media
Format
Listen in any order
Typical length
22 min
Episodes
519
Seasons
10 seasons
Topics
Stories For Kids, Fiction, Comedy Fiction

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Episodes

519 episodes

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  1. 402. John asks: What if a dog and a detective went camping?

    19 min 27 July 2026

    Talking Bears and mumbling Bearries are just some of the strange creatures Fred the Dog and Alabaster Zero will encounter on their camping trip. Mr. Eric and Miss Lynn fully improvise this story, inspired by your questions, and offer some pointers along the way. Lessons include: When telling a story with a friend, it helps to talk to them about your ideas before you start. Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grown-up's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  2. 401. Amanda asks: What if you interviewed Miss Karen?

    20 min 20 July 2026

    Detective Alabaster Zero will solve the mystery of how Miss Karen helped create What If World. Will he get to the bottom of her villainous plot against cereal? Lessons include: We’ve got to be bad at something before we get to be sort of okay at it; it can be very fulfilling to figure out something on your own. Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  3. 142. What if numbers were made out of tangerines?

    22 min 13 July 2026

    Dracomax has a new friend who hasn’t discovered her true dragon name yet. Can Dracomax help her figure out who she is? Lessons: We don’t have to be who we’re told to be; Being mean may get you noticed, but it won’t make you happy. This story has been remastered with new effects, cleaned up sound, and a takeaway practice at the end. Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  4. 400. Rollygobs #3: The Starshard

    29 min 6 July 2026

    A classic dungeon crawl takes Iggy, Scuggy, and Claude through Fun Gus’s Mush Room as they try to save the city of STEAMhold. Lessons include: Kindness comes back to you in unexpected ways; there is always another problem for a hero to help with. This week, we play G&G with Molly Murphy as Claud the Leafbat Sidekick, Jonathan Cormur as Ignis Draconius the Fire Sorcerer, and Scuggy Woodrot, the Armadillo Magineer. Molly Murphy is the head writer for Dorktales Storytime Podcast, and you can reach them for all your writing needs at: mkmurphycreative@gmail.com Jonathan Cormur is a professional voice actor, and you can hear many of his amazing voices on the Dorktales Storytime Podcast: jonincharacter.com/dorktales-storytime-podcast Dante Belletti tutors middle and high school students on Zoom for test prep and academic support. Grown-ups can email danteabelletti@gmail.com to learn more! This story is part of a Guilds & Goblins adventure, where What If World guests play an original tabletop RPG for kids and families. Real-life dice rolls, usually with a 20-sided die, help us tell the story, along with your questions! Part 1 & 2 of this series are episodes 398-399. Look for G&G or Cryptid Kids episodes if you want to hear more. Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  5. 399. Rollygobs #2: The Skyspire

    29 min 29 June 2026

    Our heroes face gargoyles and magic plants as they attempt to climb the tallest tower in the city! Can Ignis the Fire Sorcerer, Scuggy the Armadillo Magineer, Claude the Leafbat Sidekick, and the painted superhero known as Knight Wing reach the top in one piece? Lessons include: Listening and creative thinking are more effective than fighting. This week, we play G&G with actor and tutor Dante Belletti, the voice actor behind Dorktales Storytime Podcast, Jonathan Cormur, and the head writer for Dorktales, Molly Murphy! Molly Murphy is the head writer for Dorktales, and you can reach them for all your writing needs at: mkmurphycreative@gmail.com Jonathan Cormur is a professional voice actor and you can hear many of his amazing voices on the Dorktales Storytime Podcast: jonincharacter.com/dorktales-storytime-podcast Dante Belletti tutors middle and high school students on Zoom for test prep and academic support. Grown-ups can email danteabelletti@gmail.com to learn more! This story is part of a Guilds & Goblins adventure, where What If World guests play an original tabletop RPG for kids and families. Real-life dice rolls, usually with a 20-sided die, help us tell the story, along with your questions! Part 1 of this series was episode 398. Look for G&G or Cryptid Kids episodes if you want to hear more. Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  6. 398. Rollygobs #1: The Frozen Portal

    30 min 22 June 2026

    Can Ignis the Fire Sorcerer, Scuggy the Armadillo Magineer, Claude the Leafbat Sidekick, and the painted superhero known as Knight Wing rescue the unicorns from the frozen portal? Lessons include: When rivals work together, they can do amazing things; everyone has different specialties, even if they share similar interests! This week, we play G&G with three players: actor and tutor Dante Belletti, the lead voice actor for the Dorktales Storytime Podcast, Jonathan Cormur, and the head writer for Dorktales, Molly Murphy! Dante tutors middle and high school students on Zoom for test prep and academic support. Grown-ups can email danteabelletti@gmail.com to learn more! Jonathan Cormur is a professional voice actor and you can hear many of his amazing voices on the Dorktales Storytime Podcast: jonincharacter.com/dorktales-storytime-podcast Molly Murphy is the head writer for Dorktales and you can reach them for all your writing needs at: mkmurphycreative@gmail.com This story is part of a Guilds & Goblins adventure, where What If World guests play an original tabletop RPG for kids and families. Real-life dice rolls, usually with a 20-sided die, help us tell the story, along with your questions! Look for G&G or Cryptid Kids episodes if you want to hear more. Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  7. SME #43: Crumb Storm

    20 min 18 June 2026

    Mr. Eric reveals the species of his kids, Alabaster Zero has to go back to school with Mr. Balloony Pants, and JFKat breaks stuff (as usual)! This is a teaser of the full episode of Stump Mr. Eric, featuring a trivia question only Mr. Eric can answer, and a fully-improvised story! What If World producer Miss Lynn is heading back out on the road with a series of concerts in June! Will she be near you? Check her tour dates and find out! Please Subscribe and show your Support! Supporters can listen to complete episodes of Stump Mr. Eric, as well as all of our past stories, ad-free! Share trivia, ask interview questions, or give us the weirdest challenge you can dream up. Improv games, riddles, singing contests, you name it! Email Stumpers to hello@whatifworldpodcast.com with your grownup's permission. Please use "Stump" in the subject line and share the answers to your trivia questions. Let us know whether or not you’re a supporter of the show. We can email non-supporters whose Stumpers get used with an MP3 of the episode so you don’t miss it! 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.

  8. 140. What if LEGOs came to life in a cooking class?

    16 min 15 June 2026

    Abacus P. Grumbler gets to host his own cooking show this week, and the whole Jamma-Loo Family will learn the great secrets of cooking magic… That is, if they can keep Zach’s Ninjagoos under control. Lessons include: It’s fun to forget ourselves while playing, but we still need to remember our friends’ feelings; throwing an egg in its shell is painful! This episode has been remastered with new effects, post-story reflection, and smoother sound throughout. The original story aired on October 21st, 2019. Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  9. 397. Pandabeard vs. Mr. Eric vs. Krakthuncle (Part 2)

    21 min 8 June 2026

    Krakthuncle returns with an appetite and Petrina is snoozing on duty. Can the red panda pirates win the day with their cuddly might? Lessons include: Doing the work of the house together is a chance to connect with your family; getting caught up on chores makes for uninterrupted creative time! This episode was written by writer/actor, and good friend of Mr. Eric’s, Kevin Swanstrom! Check him out for all your writing/acting needs at kevinswanstrom.com Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  10. 396. Henry asks: What if everyone grew beards? (Part 1)

    21 min 1 June 2026

    Petrina the Pirate takes over the story and Mr. Eric has to face the Red Panda Pirates! Lessons include: We each need to help out with the work of the home; we cannot cuddle others without their consent. 2 This episode was written by writer/actor, and good friend of Mr. Eric’s, Kevin Swanstrom! Check him out for all your writing/acting needs at kevinswanstrom.com Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  11. 395. Fred & the Peanut Butter Beast (with Andy Griffiths)

    26 min 25 May 2026

    In the latest episode of their madcap cooking show, inFredible, Fred gets turned into Peanut Butter and chased by the Peanut Butter Beast! We are joined by Andy Griffiths, author of the hilarious You and Me and the Peanut Butter Beast, illustrated by Bill Hope. Lessons include: Table manners help you enjoy your meal safely and mindfully; if a device is unnecessary, set it aside while you eat. Australian Children's Laureate Andy Griffiths is our special guest this week. His latest book is a fully illustrated adventure for kids 6-10, called You and Me and the Peanut Butter Beast! We read the first two books with Thing 1 and Thing 2 and all had a lot of laughs. Find it at your favorite bookstore and please share any What Ifs it inspires! Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  12. 394. Rory asks: What if Fred the Dog turned into a door with a face?

    21 min 18 May 2026

    In our first Rory-Fred-Doory-Story, we take a trip to What If World’s favorite theme restaurant, Chunky Choosers. They play the claw game, build plastic block monsters, and meet JFKat for a French Toast Party! Lessons include: Hard games are more rewarding than easy ones; you can travel anywhere with your imagination What If World producer Miss Lynn is heading back out on the road with a series of concerts in June! Will she be near you? Check her tour dates and find out! Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  13. SME #42: Audio Receipt

    21 min 14 May 2026

    Fred orders “pizza” for a huge cast of What If World friends in a fully-improvised story, and a mystery guest from What If World’s past visits the studio to answer some of your trivia questions about names! This is a teaser of the full episode of Stump Mr. Eric, featuring the improvised story round! What If World producer Miss Lynn is heading back out on the road with a series of concerts in June! Will she be near you? Check her tour dates and find out! Please Subscribe and show your Support! Supporters can listen to complete episodes of Stump Mr. Eric, as well as all of our past stories, ad-free! Share trivia, ask interview questions, or give us the weirdest challenge you can dream up. Improv games, riddles, singing contests, you name it! Email Stumpers to hello@whatifworldpodcast.com with your grownup's permission. Please use "Stump" in the subject line and share the answers to your trivia questions. Let us know whether or not you’re a supporter of the show. We can email non-supporters whose Stumpers get used with an MP3 of the episode so you don’t miss it! 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.

  14. 174. What if a pirate and a detective went on a mission together?

    26 min 11 May 2026

    Alabaster Zero is tricked by Petrina the Pirate into going on a mission with Petey. Can they get Petrina’s secret envelope to safety? Lessons include: Making a new friend takes patience and a positive attitude; money can’t buy everything, but we all must have enough to stay healthy and happy! This remastered episode has new FX and smoother sound throughout. The original aired August 17th, 2020. What If World producer Miss Lynn is heading back out on the road with a series of concerts in June! Will she be near you? Check her tour dates and find out! Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  15. 393. Thiago asks: What if shoes could walk by themselves?

    21 min 4 May 2026

    Everyone’s favorite vampiric comic, Cackula, leads a meditation this week, focusing on kindness. But if you ask him, it’s a “Deaditation,” and he may or may not possess a pair of shoes… Lessons include: We owe ourselves kindness; we can look back to understand our failures and focus on our wins. What If World producer Miss Lynn is heading back out on the road with a series of concerts in June! Will she be near you? Check her tour dates and find out! Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  16. 392. Cluckerdile’s Revenge! (with John Patrick Green)

    25 min 27 April 2026

    The InvestiGators, Mango & Brash, visit What If World when their comic creator, John Patrick Green, goes missing! Can the gators find the captured comic, or will their non-canonical half-chicken half-crocodile nemesis defeat them once and for all? Lessons include: Art can bring out the good in all of us; revenge is never necessary. You can find the InvestiGators graphic novel series for kids at your local bookstore. Visit InvestiGatorsbooks.com to learn more about the series, which includes four audiobook adaptations! You can also follow the author and illustrator at johnpatrickgreen.com. Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  17. 391. Sonali asks: What if Fred became an international pop star?

    21 min 20 April 2026

    How does a job at the Post Office turn Fred the Dog and JFKat into pop stars? Listen and find out! Lessons include: We need to eat a variety of foods to stay healthy and happy; we can reduce plastic waste by looking for biodegradable alternatives. Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! We’re selling merch to raise money for the ACLU. Check out our shop for a limited time! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  18. SME #41: Chip Ship

    21 min 16 April 2026

    In perhaps the wizardiest SME ever, Mr. Eric and Miss Lynn tell a story involving Walter the Wizard Walrus, after which Abacus P. Grumbler attempts to answer some very stumpy trivia! Please Subscribe and show your Support! Supporters can listen to complete episodes of Stump Mr. Eric, as well as all of our past stories, ad-free! Share trivia, ask interview questions, or give us the weirdest challenge you can dream up. Improv games, riddles, singing contests, you name it! Email Stumpers to hello@whatifworldpodcast.com with your grownup's permission. Please use "Stump" in the subject line and share the answers to your trivia questions. 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.

  19. 247. An Interview with Pipey-O!

    20 min 13 April 2026

    What happens when your favorite sewer wizard gets his magic wrench wand chewed on by Fred the Dog? Why don’t we ask him! Wizards, pirates, and dragon-turtle-dogs come along for the ride in this story told through your interview questions. Lessons include: It takes time and effort to discover our purpose in life; sometimes we need to give criticism a rest and just be there for our loved ones. This remastered episode has new sound effects and higher quality audio. It first aired on June 20th, 2022. Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! We’re selling merch to raise money for the ACLU. Check out our shop for a limited time! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428)

  20. 390. Claire asks: What if bug bites were from invisible unicorns?

    25 min 6 April 2026

    We meet baby Dracomax and Abacus and see a What If World Home Invention show as everyone in What If World tries to figure out the Invisibility Crisis! Lessons include: Our kind little choices every day make the world a better place; in dragon language, apologize means “Give Pizza” Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! We’re selling merch to raise money for the ACLU. Check out our shop for a limited time! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  21. 389. Felix asks: What if the world is an apple being eaten by a space giant?

    24 min 30 March 2026

    The crew of the Squidship Squiggler must save the planet of Applonia from a hungry moon! Or is it the other way around? Lessons include: All kinds of life are precious; with compromise and cooperation, all creatures can learn to live in peace. Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! We’re selling merch to raise money for the ACLU. Check out our shop for a limited time! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  22. 388. Dude, Where’s My Broom? (Cryptid Kids #17)

    29 min 23 March 2026

    Abacus P. Grumbler runs the adventure today, as the Cryptid Kids track down clues at a magical college full of snakes, goblins, and SUSPECTS! Lessons include: This G&G adventure shows you how to run a simple, fun TTRPG mystery for kids. ⁠Mystery Snacks⁠, a family-focused TTRPG sourcebook, is available for pre-order! Get "Dude, Where’s My Broom” and seven other easy-to-run adventures for kids at ⁠mystery-snacks.backerkit.com⁠. A huge thanks to our friend Steph C. of ⁠TTRPGkids.com⁠ for letting us use their adventure to inspire this story! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  23. SME #40: Septuple Axel

    22 min 19 March 2026

    Miss Lynn and Fred show off their ice-skating routine to celebrate the Winter Olympics, and Cthunkle shows Mr. Eric how to limber up! Please Subscribe and show your Support! Supporters can listen to complete episodes of Stump Mr. Eric, as well as all of our past stories, ad-free! Share trivia, ask interview questions, or give us the weirdest challenge you can dream up. Improv games, riddles, singing contests, you name it! Email Stumpers to hello@whatifworldpodcast.com with your grownup's permission. Please use "Stump" in the subject line and share the answers to your trivia questions. 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.

  24. 151. What if holidays flew onto Mount Everest?

    20 min 16 March 2026

    Dracomax is sick, but he’s determined to wait until the next holiday to feel better. Trouble is, the holidays have disappeared! JFKat and Patty Pan head off to find the missing days, while Abacus and Lola Rabbit stay behind to help Dracomax feel better. Lessons: We don’t need to wait for the holidays to make us feel better; big feelings are not something to ignore or feel ashamed of This story has been remastered with new FX, smoother vocals, and better-balanced music. It originally aired on February 3rd, 2020. Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! We’re selling merch to raise money for the ACLU. Check out our shop for a limited time! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  25. 387. Lucian asks: What if Alabaster Zero became a flower farmer?

    23 min 9 March 2026

    Alabaster is forced into a very long vacation and reveals a secret superpower! Lessons: We don’t have to be who people expect us to be; taking a break can help us see in a new light Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! We’re selling merch to raise money for the ACLU. Check out our shop for a limited time! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  26. 386. Emma asks: What if Fred found a ball that could make him teleport? (w/ Kevin Del Aguila)

    22 min 2 March 2026

    Join us for a Tuna Tune with special guest Kevin Del Aguila, bookwriter and lyricist for the amazing Dog Man: The Musical and Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical! Adventure across What If World and beyond as Fred & JFK finally find a home! Lessons include: Travel can be tiring, but it’s a great way to make new discoveries and connections! Find out when Dog Man: The Musical, Cat Kid: The Musical, and the Click Clack Moo musical are touring near you at twusa.org. Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  27. 385. Evie asks: What if there was a chicken who was also a knight?

    18 min 23 February 2026

    Grab your Buggy Board and join us at the beach! Can Hudson the chicken knight solve the mystery of the missing beach bug? Only with your help! Lessons include: Leave shells and rocks on the beach; Every creature deserves a home! 2 We’re selling merch to raise money for the ACLU. Check out our shop for a limited time! Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  28. 17. Jacob asks: What if cars could fly?

    21 min 16 February 2026

    Come to Jalopo’s workshop and meet Pintopio, a flying car who wants to be a real baseball player! Will he succeed? Poppa Loo doesn’t seem to think so, but when has he ever been right about anything? Lessons: Our world becomes more amazing the more inclusive we make it; we can all find a way to enjoy movement. This remastered episode features new effects, music, and a freshened audio mix! It originally aired on February 16th, 2016. We’re selling one-of-a-kind merch collections to raise money for the ACLU. Half of the proceeds go to them, and shipping is included in the price! Check out our shop for a limited time! Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  29. 384. Denim asks: What if Fred became a math wizard?

    20 min 9 February 2026

    Fred the Dog, JFKat, and Dancey Pantsy have been looking for a home since last summer. Now they’re going to get help from their local library! Lessons: This is an exercise in improv, with a grown-up and kid working together and agreeing with each other to bring you an amazing adventure! his week, we’re teaming up with TTRPGKids to tell you about Mystery Snacks, a collection of easy-to-use all-ages TTRPG mysteries funding right now on BackerKit. This game features drop-in scenarios that serve up cozy, silly, and twisty whodunit vibes to your table. Follow the campaign here: tinyurl.com/MystrySnks1 Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

  30. 383. Callie asks: What if you met a T-Rex in the future?

    18 min 2 February 2026

    Cthunkle, Thomas the T-Rex, and a Ghost Spinosaurus show up in this very special episode, featuring Callie as our guest. Lessons: This is an exercise in improv, with a grown-up and kid working together and agreeing with each other to bring you an amazing adventure! We’re selling one of a kind merch collections to raise money for the ACLU. Half of the proceeds go to them, and shipping is included in the price! Check out our shop for a limited time! 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 Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) 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.

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