What If World - Stories for Kids

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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.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    The Cryptid Kids #2: The Monster Machine

    Scribno the Doodleknight, Penny Pasta, and Amara the Ocean Dragon return for another Guilds and Goblins mystery! Where are all the bug monsters coming from, and how will the Cryptid Kids stop them? Lessons include: All creatures deserve kindness, even creepy ones. This story is part two of a new Guilds & Goblins campaign, where What If World characters (and guests) play an original tabletop RPG for kids and families. The real-life dice rolls help us tell the story, along with your What-If questions! Start with episode 327 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. Share questions & submissions with a grownup's help via Patreon, email: whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, voicemail: 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.

    30 min

  2. 9 SEPT

    The Cryptid Kids # 1: Guilds & Goblins Returns!

    A new G&G campaign begins! Can a Doodlknight, a Pasta Chef, and a young Ocean Dragon solve the mystery of the haunted golf course? Lessons include: Grownups can be slow learners; cities need more parks and fewer golf courses. This story is the first part of a new Guilds & Goblins campaign, where What If World characters (and guests) play an original tabletop RPG for kids and families. The real-life dice rolls help us tell the story, along with your What-If questions! This is a great place to start 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. Share questions & submissions with a grownup's help via Patreon, email: whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, voicemail: 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.

    32 min

  3. 2 SEPT

    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 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.

    27 min

  4. 28 AUG • STARGLOW+ ONLY

    SME #23: Best Fur and Makeup

    This month's new segment answers one of your questions with a short story! Fred the Dog may finally get the recognition he feels entitled to. In Stump Mr. Eric, Miss Lynn uses your What Ifs, trivia questions, and challenges to confound Mr. Eric and your favorite What If World characters. Share some trivia, ask interview questions, or give us the weirdest challenge you can dream up. Improv games, riddles, singing contests, you name it! Send stumper questions, answers, and ideas to whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com with your grownup's permission. Please use "Stump" or "Stumper" in the subject line if it’s meant to surprise Mr. Eric. If you share trivia, please share the answers! Questions with answers are more likely to be featured.

    21 min

  5. 26 AUG

    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.

    25 min

  6. 19 AUG

    Gus asks: What if robots turned into jungle gyms? (Raditude Meditation)

    Randall Radbot becomes a jungle gym, which might bum out some robots. Randall teaches us how to change our programming with a Raditude check!  Lessons: Mindfulness helps us hear our negative thoughts without judgment; we can build self-esteem by fueling ourselves with more positive thoughts 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.

    20 min

  7. 12 AUG

    Inside the Clown Museum: Inside Cthunkle

    We learn about Cthunkle’s world-dominating tendencies, the weird clown museum in his belly, and how he spends his downtime. Plus, big What If World news is revealed! Lessons: Kindness takes courage; You already know a hero, and you’ve probably been one, too. 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.

    25 min

  8. 5 AUG

    Odysseus asks: What inspired Cthunkle to be evil?

    Mr. Eric visits the Cthoffee Shop to sample some new flavors and learn more about Cthunkle’s mysterious origins. Lessons include: You are enough, and you don’t need to listen to anyone who tells you otherwise; everyone has different tastes and ideas, which makes our world fascinating. 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.

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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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