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What If World - Stories for Kids

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What If World
Cthunkle
Fred the Dog
Imagination
Friendship
Alabaster Zero
Chemistry
Magic
Dogzilla
Pirates
Adventure
Time Travel
Creativity
Jfkat
Dinosaurs
Math
Moon
Mr. Eric
Storytelling
Quantum Mechanical Model

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.

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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 ... more

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, ... more

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... more

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 re... more

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Recent Guests

Andy Griffiths
Children's author, Australian Children's Laureate
You and Me and the Peanut Butter Beast
Episode: 395. Fred & the Peanut Butter Beast (with Andy Griffiths)
John Patrick Green
Comic book artist and writer; creator of the InvestiGators
InvestiGators (series)
Episode: 392. Cluckerdile’s Revenge! (with John Patrick Green)
Felipe González
Audience member who submitted a question about JFKat and Fred
Episode: 391. Sonali asks: What if Fred became an international pop star?
Pipey-O Houlihan
Sewer wizard who travels through pipes with a magic wrench
What If World
Episode: 247. An Interview with Pipey-O!
Felix Olivier
Listener who asked the main question
Listener
Episode: 389. Felix asks: What if the world is an apple being eaten by a space giant?
Kevin Del Aguila
Emmy Award-winning writer and performer; known for TV shows and musical theatre work, including Dog Man and Cat Kid Musical projects
What If World guest
Episode: 386. Emma asks: What if Fred found a ball that could make him teleport? (w/ Kevin Del Aguila)
Mr. Mouser
A character and guest on the episode who participates in a round of trivia.
Episode: SME #35: Mr. Mouser & the Maple Bee
Abacus P. Grumbler
A wizard and character from the show, known for his whimsical nature and humorous interactions
Episode: 66. An Interview with Abacus
Chris Kerrigan
Musician and educator who teaches musical theater to kids
Compassion Fatigue
Episode: 53. What If: the Musical! (w/ Chris Kerrigan)

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Mr. Eric
Host of What If World, primary storyteller and improv facilitator.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 9.9k ratings
  • I used to listen to this as a little kid.

    I listened to this from probably 8-11 years old. I’m 14 now, so it wasn’t that long ago, but it feels like a decade. I’m glad you are still doing this. ❤️❤️❤️

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    julesmagools1
    United States2 days ago
  • My sixth question

    What if pixicato went back and got stuck in the time vortex and Odis became president

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    STORY LOVER😄😄😁😁😃😃😀😀
    United States2 days ago
  • Please take my question

    What if j f cat made alabaster join a underwater ballet

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    12345 you go
    United States7 days ago
  • My fith question

    My question is what if the big fib came into what if world with L.I.S.A and it became friends with the learnanator

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    STORY LOVER😄😄😁😁😃😃😀😀
    United States11 days ago
  • The only best podcast !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Hi my name is Colt and I like to swim and hang out with my friends my watt if question is what if Randelradbot had a birthday and Mr Eric got him a button that terns him into a dragon and he became less and less rad.And please let this be the only question please 👏👏👏👏👏👏

    Apple Podcasts
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    Colt Leon Lucey
    United States12 days ago

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Fans enjoy guest variety and recurring characters for continuity.
Parents note the show's positive messages and encouragement of curiosity.
Listeners praise the playful storytelling and creativity.
Loved the imaginative questions and friendly vibe for families.

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395. Fred & the Peanut Butter Beast (with Andy Griffiths)
Q: What inspired you to create the You and Me series and invite readers into the story?
Andy explains that reader letters inspired adding readers as characters, making the storytelling inclusive and participatory, which keeps the world fresh and personal for kids.
392. Cluckerdile’s Revenge! (with John Patrick Green)
Q: John Patrick Green, what exciting InvestiGators news is on the horizon?
There are upcoming Agents of Suit books, including Weather or Not, and more installments in the InvestiGators universe, plus audiobooks expanding the world.
393. Thiago asks: What if shoes could walk by themselves?
Q: What if shoes could walk by themselves?
The guest suggests that shoes could walk on their own if possessed by a ghost, which sets up the fantasy premise and frames the discussion around kindness and self-awareness during the ensuing meditation.
247. An Interview with Pipey-O!
Q: How do you fit into all those pipes?
I use the wand and, when needed, the interwut network to navigate through pipes, though it can be tricky if the wand is chewed or jammed by a puppy.
247. An Interview with Pipey-O!
Q: Has Fred the Dog ever chewed on your wand?
Yes, there was an incident where Fred chewed the wand, which weakened its magic temporarily until repairs were made.

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A family-friendly storytelling show sparked by children's questions. Episodes blend imaginative “what if” prompts with playful world-building, improvisation, and light educational moments, often featuring a running trivia or audience-submission format, audience questions, and guest appearances. Notable elements include a meta-narrative around the show's characters, frequent sponsor integrations, and a steady emphasis on curiosity, collaboration, and kindness. This mix makes it appealing for families seeking imaginative, low-stakes entertainment with gentle lessons and opportunities for kid and caregiver participation alike.

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Recent guests on What If World include:

1. Andy Griffiths
2. John Patrick Green
3. Felipe González
4. Pipey-O Houlihan
5. Felix Olivier
6. Kevin Del Aguila
7. Mr. Mouser
8. Abacus P. Grumbler

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