What If World - Stories for Kids

Abacus’s new snake friend teaches him how to be more decisive. But can Abacus teach the snake the power of doubt? Lessons: Finding joy can take a lot of trial and error; practice being decisive when the stakes are low; it's healthy to examine and share your doubts, especially before a big decision Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld.  Catch Miss Lynn at the Chapin Memorial Library, Wed, Jun 21 @ 2:30 PM Chapin Memorial Library, 400 - 14th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 Sing, dance, and laugh when Miss Lynn returns to the Chapin Library in Myrtle Beach, SC! For ages 3-10. 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! whatifworld.threadless.com 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. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

When a stray spell from a frustrated fairy flings Alabaster into the real world, he’ll have to finally take responsibility for his own actions! Will he learn to take his job seriously, or will he be stuck at Mr. Eric’s house forever? Lessons include: thinking you’re good at something isn’t enough, you have to keep working hard in order to improve; when your goofy antics bother your friends, it’s time to give them a rest This episode originally aired June 18th, 2018. Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld.  Catch Miss Lynn at the Chapin Memorial Library, Wed, Jun 21 @ 2:30 PM Chapin Memorial Library, 400 - 14th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 Sing, dance, and laugh when Miss Lynn returns to the Chapin Library in Myrtle Beach, SC! For ages 3-10. 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! whatifworld.threadless.com 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.  Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

JFKat wants to take a Yoga class but ends up in a dance class taught by Fred the Dog. Can he overcome his embarrassment and learn to love dancing? Lessons include: As a wise woman named Amy Poehler once said, “If you can dance and be free and not embarrassed, you can rule the world.”; Embarrassment fades quickly when we learn to embrace our individuality and mistakes. Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld.  Catch Miss Lynn at the Chapin Memorial Library, Wed, Jun 21 @ 2:30 PM Chapin Memorial Library, 400 - 14th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 Sing, dance, and laugh when Miss Lynn returns to the Chapin Library in Myrtle Beach, SC! For ages 3-10. 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! whatifworld.threadless.com 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.  Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

When super fans Mamma Jamma and Glockenspiel meet Miss Lynn, their favorite musical artist, work slows to a halt at the Bakeroofactory. And strange things happen each time they play her songs… Lessons include: Helping others sometimes means letting them go their own way; what seems commonplace to you may seem extraordinary to others, and vice versa!  Miss Lynn has three live concerts coming up: Miss Lynn on WDVX Kidstuff, Listen on their website 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 37916 Knoxville 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 PM Chapin Memorial Library, 400 - 14th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 Sing, 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/whatifworld Subscribe 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.Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

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 37902 Miss 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 37916 Knoxville 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 PM Chapin Memorial Library, 400 - 14th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 Sing, 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/whatifworld Subscribe 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. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

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 caring This 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/whatifworld Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld Our 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.Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

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/whatifworld Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld Our 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. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

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/whatifworld Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld Our 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. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

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 reconnect Please take our short survey to help the show and earn a chance to win a $500 Amazon gift card: surveymonkey.com/r/whatifworld Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld Our 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. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

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/whatifworld 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! whatifworld.threadless.com 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, Instagram @whatifworldpodcast, or snail mail: What If World (or Mr. Eric) P.O. Box 4905 Panorama City, CA 91412 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. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

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/whatifworld 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! hatifworld.threadless.com 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. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

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/whatifworld 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! hatifworld.threadless.com 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. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

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/whatifworld 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! whatifworld.threadless.com 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. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

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. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

Winnie Winnie Worm Worm and Leo Riggelo go all the way to Lost Wegas in search of a place where they can play games without being judged. Lessons include: toys and games don’t have to be designated for girls and boys; playing with new and different kids is an enriching experience for you and for them This episode originally aired May 6th, 2019. Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld 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! whatifworld.threadless.com 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, Instagram @whatifworldpodcast, or snail mail: What If World (or Mr. Eric) P.O. Box 4905 Panorama City, CA 91412 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. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

Fred the Dog is on a mission to find everyone who got lost on What Is World after the Time Vortex. Can he learn to accept the help he needs, or will he just keep licking ice and getting stuck? Lessons include: it’s okay to accept help; kids are not responsible for their grownups’ feelings Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld Our character art is by Ana Stretcu and the graphic design for our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. See more art by Ana Stretcu at our merch store, the Imaginarium! whatifworld.threadless.com Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions or artwork with a grownup's help via twitter @whatifworldpod, fb & insta @whatifworldpodcast, email whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, or snail mail: What If World (or Mr. Eric) P.O. Box 4905 Panorama City, CA 91412 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. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

When Candy the Kid’s parents ask him to stop his wandering ways and work for them, he runs away, but he ends up trapped on Mars! Lessons include: It can be hard to say how we feel, but your loved ones will always listen; connection and curiosity guide us through conflict better than isolation and punishment. This episode refers to the Time Vortex, a strange phenomenon that displaced many characters in What If World. You can listen to this story as a stand alone, but to hear more about the Time Vortex, you can listen to episodes 267, 268, and 272 first. Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld See great What If World character art by Ana Stretcu at our merch store, the Imaginarium! whatifworld.threadless.com Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions or artwork with a grownup's help via twitter @whatifworldpod, fb & insta @whatifworldpodcast, email whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, or snail mail: What If World (or Mr. Eric) P.O. Box 4905 Panorama City, CA 91412 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. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

Mick Sullivan visits What If World—or should we say, Cthunkle Land? Can Mick endure the many strange rides of the cephalopod-themed amusement park, all while wearing a diaper… Lessons include: Originality isn’t about doing something entirely new, it’s about working your own passion and identity into the things you create. This week, we’re celebrating I See Lincoln's Underpants, a wonderfully fun and informative history book from Mick Sullivan, host of the acclaimed history podcast The Past and the Curious. Learn about some of history's most intriguing figures, and how  underpants played a role in their stories. Buy it on Amazon today! Join our Patreon for Ad-Free stories, a Shout-Out on the show, a better chance of having your question answered, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. 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. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

The episode is a fun story-telling activity, and there’s even a What If Story tossed in as a demonstration. Lessons include: we are all capable of telling each other fun stories; even the greatest treasure in the world can’t replace all of life’s simple joys. If you want some questions to use as story prompts, try our What If Question Generator! This episode first aired March 23rd, 2020. Join our Patreon for Ad-Free stories, a Shout-Out on the show, a better chance of having your question answered, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld See great What If World character art by Ana Stretcu at our merch store, the Imaginarium! whatifworld.threadless.com Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions or artwork with a grownup's help via twitter @whatifworldpod, fb & insta @whatifworldpodcast, email whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, or snail mail: What If World (or Mr. Eric) P.O. Box 4905 Panorama City, CA 91412 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. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com

Swansong, Lowlandra, and Sir Loth of Hoth take on the Dessert Desert and the Cinnamon Citadel on their journey to save Zach, Zizi, and Scully the Squid. Lessons include: Grownups can’t protect their kids from everything; creative problem solving is always preferable to using force. 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. Join our Patreon for Ad-Free stories, a Shout-Out on the show, a better chance of having your question answered, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions or artwork with a grownup's help via email whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com or snail mail: What If World (or Mr. Eric) P.O. Box 4905 Panorama City, CA 91412 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. Our character artwork is by Ana Stretcu with graphic design by Miss Lynn. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com