What If World

a story podcast for kids

 

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!

Filtering by Tag: Fred the Dog

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

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.

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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.

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

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.

326. What the If? An Intro to What If World

The ultimate primer for new and returning fans! Cthunkle hosts a Blarbecue and everyone’s invited! This story includes paper dragons, donuts, and everyone’s favorite long-tongued dog.

Lessons include: It’s never too late to try something new; no one is a know-it-all on day one (or ever, really!)

Start What If World on any episode, or find a collection of great stories with our curated playlists on Spotify: whatifworldpodcast.com/playlists

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 andKaren O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is byAna Stretcu, and our episode art is byLynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producerMiss Lynn. Our podcast art is byJason O’Keefe, and our theme song is byCraig Martinson.

162. Dennis asks: What if Fred the Dog bought the What-If-Mobile?

When Mr. Eric goes missing, Ms. Karen and Fred tell the story. Can they handle all the questions blasted out by the What-If-Mobile?

Lessons: It’s wonderful to give, but giving everything we’ve got will not leave us enough to stay happy and healthy.

The story originally aired on April 27th, 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.

320. What If Debate 2024!

The Final seven candidates debate who should lead What If World into the future! Can your questions help us figure it out? 

Lessons include: True leaders learn from listening to others; it takes courage to admit you don’t know something.

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Share questions & submissions with a grownup's help via email at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), Instagram @whatifworldpodcast, or snail mail:

What If World (or Mr. Eric)

P.O. Box 4905

Panorama City, CA 91412

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.

319. Jason asks: What if a yo-yo had superpowers?

Alabaster Zero is lost in the World Pool! How will he ever find the mysterious villain known as Wardrobe? Maybe with a little help from his magic yo-yo…

Lessons include: Curiosity can help you find your way; fear and anxiety can make you feel like you don’t have any choices.

Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld

Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions & submissions with a grownup's help via email at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), Instagram @whatifworldpodcast, or snail mail:

What If World (or Mr. Eric)

P.O. Box 4905

Panorama City, CA 91412

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.

317. Juma asks: What if trains didn’t stop? (Freddy Booboo Bear Part 2)

Alabaster Zero and Mustachery Inc. must find the monster of the week and recover the Mona Pizza!

Listen to episode, 314, “Elliot asks: What if everyone had a mustache?” to hear Alabaster’s first adventure in the Freddy Booboo Bear universe.

Lessons include: Examine your fears logically and be willing to step out of your comfort zone.

Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld

Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions & submissions with a grownup's help via email at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), Instagram @whatifworldpodcast, or snail mail:

What If World (or Mr. Eric)

P.O. Box 4905

Panorama City, CA 91412

Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Ana Stretcu created our character art, and our episode art is by our producer, Lynn Hickernell. Jason O’Keefe created our podcast art, and Craig Martinson wrote our theme song.

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314. Elliot asks: What if everything had a mustache? (Freddy Booboo Bear Part 2)

In an ode to Scooby Doo, one of Mr. Eric’s favorite shows as a kid, Alabaster Zero wakes up to find himself in the Freddy Booboo Bear Universe. It’s like your universe, except with more monsters and mustaches.

Lessons include: When things are too easy, you won’t enjoy yourself for long.

Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld

Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions & submissions with a grownup's help via email at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), Instagram @whatifworldpodcast, or snail mail:

What If World (or Mr. Eric)

P.O. Box 4905

Panorama City, CA 91412

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.

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309. Eleanor asks: What if Fred the Dog and JFKat turned into superheroes?

Welcome to Tin City, where Robotongue meets a confused Catman who claims to be someone called JFKat. The Worldpool has brought us to a new universe this week, but you’ll hear some familiar friends.

Lessons include: if everyone stood up for kindness and justice, we wouldn’t need superheroes; meeting someone new can challenge your old ideas. 

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Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld

Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld

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.

Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

307. Rosalie asks: What if the sky was falling? (G&G 29)

On Mons Icelus, the adventurers face off against Dogzilla on their quest to locate the Idea Tree. They better find it quick, because the sky is falling!

Lessons include: An idea can grow bigger when it’s shared; We all need connection,  hope, and joy to be our best selves.

This story is part of the Guilds & Goblins miniseries, where What If World characters (and guests) play an original tabletop RPG for kids and families. Patrons get access to our introductory rules and our character sheet. The dice rolls are all real and help us tell the story, along with your questions and ideas! Listen to 294-296 and 302-304 to get caught up on the current campaign. Past G&G episodes include 176, 181-182, 191-193, 199-199 ½, 214-217, 243-245, 263, 270-271, and 275-279.

Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld

Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld

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.

Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com