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What If World - Stories for Kids

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May 8, 2023 • 21min

282. Stump Miss Lynn! (Lost Lynn Part 1)

Miss Lynn gets trapped in What If World and has to answer Cthunkles’ trivia questions to escape. Of course, being Cthunkle, some questions are nearly impossible to answer!Lessons include: Good trivia should feel like a challenge but not an impossible one; we all feel left out sometimes and sharing those feelings can help us move on or get involved.Miss Lynn has three live concerts coming up:Miss Lynn on WDVX Kidstuff, Sat, May 13 @ 10:00 AM (EDT, UTC-04)Knoxville Visitor Center, 301 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902Miss Lynn on WDVX Kidstuff! See her perform live at the Knoxville Visitor Center or listen on the radio at https://wdvx.com/listen/Miss Lynn at the Children's Festival of Reading, Sat, May 20 (Exact times TBA)World's Fair Park, World's Fair Park Drive, Knoxville, TN 37916Knoxville Public Library's Children's Festival of Reading! Miss Lynn will be in the music tent. Miss Lynn at the Chapin Memorial Library, Wed, Jun 21 @ 2:30 PMChapin Memorial Library, 400 - 14th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577Sing, dance, and laugh when Miss Lynn returns to the Chapin Library in Myrtle Beach, SC! For ages 3-10.Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworldSubscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. What If World is made by Eric and Karen O'Keeffe. Our podcast artwork is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson. Our character artist is Ana Stretcu, and our episode artwork is by Lynn Hickernell. The Miss Lynn illustration is by John Haney.
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May 1, 2023 • 19min

124. Jack asks: What if all of What If World had identical twins?

When Fred catches a “glowed” (think an especially shiny cold), he starts duplicating everyone in What If World with his magical sneezes!Lessons include: helping others out can leave them with more time and energy to play with you; taking advantage of others' care is not very caringThis episode originally aired on May 20th, 2019.Please take our short survey to help the show and earn a chance to win a $500 Amazon gift card: surveymonkey.com/r/whatifworldJoin our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworldOur character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions and artwork with a grownup's help via email at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @whatifworldpodcast.What If World is made by Eric and Karen O'Keeffe. 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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Apr 24, 2023 • 23min

281. Levi asks: What if stovepipe hats had stoves on top?

Can the wizard, Professor Abacus P. Grumbler, really go a whole day without using magic? Maybe, if he goes shopping at the Monster Market!Lessons include: You can always find a way to help, though it might involve stepping outside of your comfort zone; when a resource is scarce, we’ve got to do our best to share it.Please take our short survey to help the show and earn a chance to win a $500 Amazon gift card: surveymonkey.com/r/whatifworldJoin our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworldOur character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions and artwork with a grownup's help via email at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @whatifworldpodcast.What If World is made by Eric and Karen O'Keeffe. 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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Apr 17, 2023 • 24min

280. Elsa asks: What if it got so cold that everything grew fur?

Pixicato is bored of studying magic, so she takes a break with her friend Snurtle, the snow turtle. But when they get trapped in a Minotaur’s Labyrinth, will her magic be enough to save them?Lessons include: Every new skill you practice can help you find your path; as Pablo Picasso once said, you must “learn the rules like a pro so that you can break them like an artist.”Please take our short survey to help the show and earn a chance to win a $500 Amazon gift card: surveymonkey.com/r/whatifworldJoin our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworldOur character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions and artwork with a grownup's help via email at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @whatifworldpodcast.What If World is made by Eric and Karen O'Keeffe. 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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Apr 10, 2023 • 22min

279. Desmond asks: What if a cat and a dog started a cooking show?

Welcome to another episode of inFredible! This time, Fred joins JFKat to cook all your favorite foods that start with P! Unless, of course, they come alive…Lessons include: Taking a break from plans and worries may help you discover a solution; sharing a meal with loved ones is a great way to reconnectPlease take our short survey to help the show and earn a chance to win a $500 Amazon gift card: surveymonkey.com/r/whatifworldJoin our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworldOur character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions and artwork with a grownup's help via email at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @whatifworldpodcast.What If World is made by Eric and Karen O'Keeffe. 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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Apr 3, 2023 • 22min

44. Tallulah asks: What if cats could turn into vampires?

Have you ever heard the tale of the “Guy Who Cried Vampire”? Well, neither has hard-nosed detective Alabaster Zero. Can he and Fair Elise get to the bottom of this vampire mystery? And what's the deal with that cat?Lessons include: a dream come true may not be all you imagined, and your brain is better at solving mysteries than your gut.This remastered episode originally aired on August 28th, 2017.Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworldOur character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. See more art by Ana Stretcu at our merch store, the Imaginarium! whatifworld.threadless.comSubscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions and artwork with a grownup's help via email at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, Instagram @whatifworldpodcast, or snail mail:What If World (or Mr. Eric)P.O. Box 4905Panorama City, CA 91412What If World is made by Eric and Karen O'Keeffe. 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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Mar 27, 2023 • 24min

278. The Way Home (Guilds & Goblins #22)

Zach and Zizi finally find the portal home, but first, they have to get passed the Underlows. Can Scully and Cthunkle arrive in time to help?Lessons include: grownups make mistakes, too; you don’t have to wait until you’re a grownup to try to make a difference.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 all G&G episodes: 176, 181-182, 191-193, 199-199 ½, 214-217, 243-245, 263, 270-271, and 275-278.Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworldOur character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. See more art by Ana Stretcu at our merch store, the Imaginarium! hatifworld.threadless.comSubscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions and artwork with a grownup's help via email at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @whatifworldpodcastWhat If World is made by Eric and Karen O'Keeffe. 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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Mar 20, 2023 • 22min

277. Elliot asks: What if poodles sat on noodles and flies sat on pies? (G&G 21)

After a What-If Question mishap, Zach and Zizi decide to take matters into their own hands and save themselves from the world of Guilds & Goblins.Lessons include: The difference between confidence and entitlement is how we face failure; caution can keep us safe, but we must leave the house to live our lives.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 all previous G&G episodes: 176, 181, 182, 191, 192, 193, 199, 199 ½, 214, 215, 216, 217, 243, 244, 245, 263, 270, 271, 275, and 276.Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworldOur character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. See more art by Ana Stretcu at our merch store, the Imaginarium! hatifworld.threadless.comSubscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions and artwork with a grownup's help via email at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @whatifworldpodcastWhat If World is made by Eric and Karen O'Keeffe. 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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Mar 13, 2023 • 27min

276. Carly asks: What if rabbits flew in the sky with rattlesnakes? (G&G 20)

Lowlandra is searching for Skullen Bones, Zachimedes, and Turtock, when she is set upon by the devious Tattlesnakes. Can she satisfy the secret-spreading snakes in time to save her friends?Lessons include: Sharing truthful news and information is a vital service; rumor and opinion can be harmful if presented as truth.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. The dice rolls are all real and help us tell the story, along with your questions and ideas! Patrons get access to our introductory rules and our character sheet. Listen to all previous G&G episodes: 176, 181, 182, 191, 192, 193, 199, 199 ½, 214, 215, 216, 217, 243, 244, 245, 263, 270, 271, and 275.Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworldOur character art is by Ana Stretcu and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. See more art by Ana Stretcu at our merch store, the Imaginarium! whatifworld.threadless.comSubscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions and artwork with a grownup's help via email whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @whatifworldpodcastWhat If World is made by Eric and Karen O'Keeffe. 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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Mar 6, 2023 • 30min

275. Joseph asks: What if you found a red crystal with mysterious powers? (G&G 19)

Zachimedes, Turtock, and Skullen Bones are on the search for Lowlandra, when they find a mysterious crystal that could be a major threat to the land of Berend. Their journey leads them to a mystical volcano and some incredible discoveries.Lessons include: Using force can make problems worse; Powerful tools need to be handled with care.Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more!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. The dice rolls are all real and help us tell the story, along with your questions and ideas! Patrons get access to our introductory rules and our character sheet. Listen to all previous G&G episodes: 176, 181, 182, 191, 192, 193, 199, 199 ½, 214, 215, 216, 217, 243, 244, 245, 263, 270, and 271.Our character art is by Ana Stretcu and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. See more art by Ana Stretcu at our merch store, the Imaginarium!Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions and artwork with a grownup's help via email whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com or Instagram @whatifworldpodcast.What If World is made by Eric and Karen O'Keeffe. 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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