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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
Pirates
Dogzilla
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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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…

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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?

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How does a job at the Post Office turn Fred the Dog and JFKat into pop stars? Listen and find out!

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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!

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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)
Tessa Flannery
Voice actor known for her work on Girl Tales podcast
Girl Tales
Episode: 339. Saffron asks: What if you got stuck in Dungeons & Dungeons? (w/ Tessa Flannery)
Dagmara Sitek
Children's book author from Montreal, Canada focusing on stories about foster children.
Courage Tales
Episode: 337. Aarohan asks: What if robots had emotions? (w/ Dagmara Sitek)

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Mr. Eric
Host of a show where imaginative stories are sparked by children's questions, encouraging curiosity and resilience in young listeners.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 9.9k ratings
  • Mamamia

    I’m Tracy,and I like your story.😍🇨🇳

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    I like the story 👍🏻
    China32 hours ago
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    Crazy4Koala(>-<)
    United States4 days ago
  • I have been listening for 8 years!!!!!!

    Hi my name is Stell and I love my cousin and best friends and I love books! and my what if question is what if JFcat and Fred the dog go to what is world and Mr Eric goes and finds them in the shelter and and a new character named ducky the duck and he has big feet and he is in the shelter with jfcat and Fred and they are bestie now and ducky loves sticks not eating them but playing with them and if this is too long Mr Eric you can make it shorter

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    pink sugar stelly 116 🍑🍋🦔🍄
    United States4 days ago
  • Level zero trivia

    My question is what is your favorite snowkemon and regular Pokémon I just got patreon and sent a drawing of Fred I also got a what if world t-shirt

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    STORY LOVER😄😄😁😁😃😃😀😀
    United States7 days ago
  • I’m suggesting a bonus round for STUMP

    My suggestion is what if Fred and Mr.Eric had a drawing contest and Fred had to put paint on his tongue I love your show also I just got patreon and emailed a picture of Fred.p.s. Mr Eric can read this just try not to and remember to show miss Lyn

    Apple Podcasts
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    STORY LOVER😄😄😁😁😃😃😀😀
    United States9 days ago

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Overall, patterns indicate high engagement levels, with many encouraging their peers to listen for quality family entertainment.
Listeners appreciate the interactive nature of the stories and enjoy contributing their own ideas, showcasing creativity and engagement.
Some listeners have expressed a desire for more diverse storylines and variety in episodes, while most reviews praise the humor and creativity.
The podcast is seen as fun and entertaining, serving as a valuable resource for parents to foster imagination in their children.

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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.
247. An Interview with Pipey-O!
Q: Why do you dislike Wowzer so much?
Wowzer's reckless digging across many worlds created chaos, and Pipey-O aims to guide him toward a more purposeful path that doesn't leave a trail of damage behind.
391. Sonali asks: What if Fred became an international pop star?
Q: What if Fred the Dog became some of the biggest international pop star, and JFKat worked at the mail service, but kept popping the bubble wrap?
The hosts explore a playful path where Fred and JFKat chase fame through imaginative, interconnected adventures, ultimately pivoting to a different business (bubble pop music and biodegradable products) and learning to collaborate.
151. What if holidays flew onto Mount Everest?
Q: What if all holidays suddenly disappeared from the calendar?
The characters improvise by searching for the missing holidays and eventually locate them with the help of their new calendar from the top of Mount Everest, highlighting problem solving and teamwork.

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A creative storytelling experience unfolds through imaginative tales inspired by kids' questions. With a focus on themes such as bravery, friendship, and curiosity, each episode features whimsical characters in fantastical scenarios, engaging young listeners and encouraging them to explore their creativity. Notable highlights include adventures involving animals, magical beings, and heroic journeys, all crafted to foster resilience and a love for storytelling. The approach combines humor and valuable life lessons, providing entertainment that resonates with both children and parents alike. This podcast is particularly unique because it invites young listeners to contribute their own questions, making it an interactive experience.

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Recent guests on What If World include:

1. Felipe González
2. Pipey-O Houlihan
3. Felix Olivier
4. Kevin Del Aguila
5. Mr. Mouser
6. Abacus P. Grumbler
7. Chris Kerrigan
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