What If World - Stories for Kids

What If World - Stories for Kids

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.

Episodes

364. Ryan asks: What if a weird antidote turned you into a shark? (w/Brian Yanish)

August 18, 2025 • 27 mins
Shark and Bot, the famous kids’ comic book characters, visit What If World along with their creator, Brian Yanish. Of course, Brian quickly gets turned into a shark-man by Abacus P. Grumbler… Lessons include: Art takes practice, but that’s part of the fun! This week, we’re joined by Brian Yanish. His graphic novel series for kids, Shark and Bot, has delighted Mr. Eric’s family for years, and we couldn’t be more excited about this...
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186. Ava asks: What if Mr. Eric had an evil twin brother?

August 11, 2025 • 19 mins
Myster E tries to answer every question in a single story! Fred might have to come out of retirement for this one. Lessons include: You’re never stuck as long as you keep asking questions; adding strange details to a story is fun, but too many of them can make your story confusing!  This remastered episode originally aired on 10/29/2020. Please Subscribe and show your Support!  Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas a...
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363. Eli asks: What if Alabaster Zero learned he was in a podcast?

August 4, 2025 • 27 mins
What do a stampede of lions, a white birch stick, an animatronic Fred the Dog, and a spooky castle have in common? It’s up to you to find out, with a bit of help from Alabaster Zero! Lessons include: We can’t solve every mystery on our own, and fortunately, we don’t have to; A good detective asks questions before making assumptions. Please Subscribe and show your Support!  Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas at hell...
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362. Three Short(ish) Stories!

July 28, 2025 • 32 mins
Listen to three stories from our monthly supporter-only show, Stump Mr. Eric. These stories are fully improvised by Mr. Eric and inspired by your What If Questions. Lessons include: We must speak up for ourselves and others when we see something wrong. Please Subscribe and show your Support! New supporters can listen to every episode of Stump Mr. Eric, with a new one released monthly. Grownups, help your kids share questions & i...
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361. Zora and Nora vs. the Math Monsters

July 21, 2025 • 17 mins
The forest monsters, Scushroom and Crabimedes, need your help in this fully improvised story. Just remember, math and magic don’t mix! Lessons include: When you make up a story with a friend, treat every detail as a gift. Please Subscribe and show your Support! New supporters can listen to every episode of Stump Mr. Eric, with a new one released monthly. Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas at hello@whatifworldpodcas...
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66. An Interview with Abacus

July 14, 2025 • 15 mins
Find out more about Abacus P. Grumbler and see if Mr Eric can survive his magic! Lessons include: Titles and objects don’t make you what you are, thinking outside the box can get unexpected results. This remastered episode has higher quality and better-balanced sound with new sound effects. It originally aired on February 26th, 2018. Please Subscribe and show your Support! New supporters can listen to every episode of Stump Mr. ...
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360. Adopt-A-Fred Part 3: Beige New World

July 7, 2025 • 20 mins
Can Zizi and Abacus take on Dancy Pantsy alone? And who will Fred the Dog end up living with? It’s the exciting conclusion of our three-part special! Lessons include: Understanding the past helps us build a better future; be brave enough to disagree when it's essential! Please Subscribe and show your Support! New supporters can listen to every episode of Stump Mr. Eric, with a new one released monthly. Grownups, help your kids s...
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359. Adopt-A-Fred Part 2: Khaki Attacky

June 30, 2025 • 22 mins
It’s Molamo’s turn to tell a story (or two). Can he and Abacus P. Grumbler the wizard learn to face their problems? Also, a pair of pants has taken over the world. Lessons include: We need to face our problems to grow; not everyone will like your art, but how you feel about it matters most. Looking for a fun, screen-free way to keep kids engaged this summer? ☀️ Join the Summer Listening Challenge—a collaboration between 8 trusted...
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358. Adopt-A-Fred

June 23, 2025 • 23 mins
Molamo the lava monster, the Jammaloo family, and a special guest compete to see who Fred the Dog will live with! Lessons include: When adopting a pet, we have to consider what’s best for it; even when we can’t save the whole world, we can still try to make a difference. Please Subscribe and show your Support! Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas at hello@whatifworldpodcast.com. Want more kids podcasts for the whole ...
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357. Cathleen asks: What if toothbrushes made pencils disappear?

June 16, 2025 • 21 mins
The Toothbrush people used their magical bristles to make the Pencil people invisible. Plus, Fred the Dog starts looking for his new home. Lessons include: Treating your neighbor with kindness can help you learn and grow; you are the boss of your body. Please Subscribe and show your Support! Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas at hello@whatifworldpodcast.com. Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, ...
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183. Zero Hour: The Hidden Holiday

June 9, 2025 • 22 mins
Alabaster Zero and Fair Elise share the first episode of their detective show, which was inspired by a listener's question! Lessons include: we can make the best of the holidays, even when they change; our big feelings are the most important to share. We are replaying this classic story from October 26th, 2020. We’ll be back next week with a brand new episode. Supporters will get a brand new episode of Stump Mr. Eric on Wednesday...
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356. Dear Prudence, the Giant Sheepdog

June 2, 2025 • 16 mins
Fred the Dog teams up with Prudence to save a herd of sheep from an evil wizard and cat duo! Lessons include: This fully improvised episode offers tips on telling off-the-cuff stories with your friends and family. Please Subscribe and show your Support! New supporters can listen to every episode of Stump Mr. Eric, with a new one released monthly. Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas at hello@whatifworldpodcast.com, v...
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355. Cryptid Kids #10: Worlds Collide

May 26, 2025 • 34 mins
The Cryptid Kids must track down Cthunkle before he can steal the magical power of an entire world.  Lessons include: Being all-powerful would take all the surprises out of life; when playing make-believe, we all get to add to the story. This story is part of a Guilds & Goblins campaign, where What If World characters (and guests) play an original tabletop RPG for kids and families. Real-life dice rolls, usually with a 20-sided d...
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354. Cryptid Kids #9: The Taco Portal Puzzle

May 19, 2025 • 28 mins
In Whentendo, the land of video games, the Cryptid Kids must track down Cthunkle and face a horde of disgruntled monsters. But what is the Colossal squidopus after this time?  Lessons include: Making a small pact with yourself is more fun and less pressure than setting a huge goal; rushing through a game defeats the purpose of play! Subscribe and show your Support! Supporters listen ad-free, and get over 30 bonus episodes and cou...
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353. Meditation: What if Petey shared his secret?

May 12, 2025 • 20 mins
In Petey the Pirate's acceptance meditation, we will ride on an interstellar unicorn to visit Planet Perfect, cause a major traffic jam in New What City, and help Petey accept his true self. Lessons include: Seeing yourself and your problems from a distance can be very relaxing; sharing our authentic selves is more important than trying to please others. Subscribe and show your Support! Supporters listen ad-free, and get over 30 ...
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53. What If: the Musical! (w/ Chris Kerrigan)

May 5, 2025 • 26 mins
In What If World's first mini-musical, Mama Jamma, Poppa Loo, Zack and Zizi get sent off into three different fairytales, courtesy of Jenkins, the trickster fairy. Can they learn their lessons and find their way back to each other? Lessons include: If you have something important to say, don't let yourself be silenced; be careful and use common sense in unfamiliar settings; rudeness seldom gets results. A very special thanks to Ch...
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352. Juan asks: What if Fred became an Influencer? (w/ Jonathan Magnum)

April 28, 2025 • 19 mins
Fred meets Jonathan Mangum, host of “Let’s Make a Deal,” and they become famous by inventing Coffee Soup. Everything’s going great until Cthunkle tries to take over! Lessons include: You don’t have to be what people expect you to be; we should take time to consider what we want to share online and how we share it. Jonathan Mangum is cohost of a new comedy podcast for grown-ups called Wayne Brady’s What If with Jonathan Mangum. We ...
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351. Freaky Fredday Part 2: The Freddy-Headed Horsey Cat

April 21, 2025 • 25 mins
Fred the Cat and JFDog have swapped places. Now they fear a two-headed mushroom monster will destroy the Observatorium before it can be rebuilt.  Lessons include: Home is where your family is; just because someone is different, it doesn’t mean they’re dangerous. Subscribe and show your Support! Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas at hello@whatifworldpodcast.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @w...
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350. Freaky Fredday

April 14, 2025 • 19 mins
The What If Question that’s been asked more than any other finally gets answered! Your favorite dog and cat characters switch places in the first episode of this two-part story. Lessons include: Everyone deserves a home; it takes imagination to see from someone else’s perspective; it’s important to always clean up our messes, especially out in nature! Subscribe and show your Support! Grownups, help your kids share questions & idea...
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153. Liv asks: What if clocks were bananas and monkeys ate time?

April 7, 2025 • 16 mins
Today, we learn about Mr. Eric as he travels back in time. Can he stop the Time Monkey, or will he get stuck in his past? Lessons include: Our past helps shape who we are today, even the parts that aren’t so great; new challenges are always scary, but they can help us learn about ourselves. This remastered classic first aired on February 17th, 2020. Subscribe and show your Support! Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas...
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