95. Enoki asks: What if JFKat could control everything? (Remastered)

When JFKat controls everything, even the story itself, will he finally realize that napping 19 hours a day might not be the best way to run a world? Maybe Abacus and Rainokhi the Rainbow can help him take the hint.

Lessons include: absolute power isn’t fun; sometimes, being responsible means admitting that you need help.

This remastered episode originally aired on September 24th, 2018.

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308. River asks: What if paintings could read minds? (w/ Lauren Chaitoff)

Fair Elsie needs a break from her presidential duties, so she visits one of What If World’s most magical museums, the Unnatural Gallery. Can Madame Selah (voiced by Lauren Chaitoff), help Fair Elise relax even after all the art comes to life?

Lessons include: How we breathe can affect how we feel; accepting our feelings is a lifelong practice, and we all need help sometimes.

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127. Zoe asks: What if Fred the Dog didn't like sticks? (Remastered)

What would happen if you stopped enjoying your favorite pastime? For Fred, that pastime is… or was… eating sticks. Can he handle losing his life’s simplest joy?

Lessons include: Your favorite pastime can become a bad habit if you don’t try other things; indulging on occasion is okay!

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This episode first aired on June 24th, 2019.

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306. But Why If World (with Jane Lindholm)

We’re teaming up with But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids to answer some of your questions with both science and imagination. Jane Lindholm, Mr. Eric, and Smartsy Fartsy will learn about food, dinosaurs, and astronomy!

Lessons include: Imagination is the beginning of science; discovery can help us grow and question what we know!

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147. Ramona asks: What if Santaphant got sick? (Remastered)

When Santaphant the Wooly Mammoth gets sick, Fred and JFKat have to save Ifmas with a bit of help from a flying megalodon. 

Lessons: Learning about other people’s holidays gives us even more to appreciate; You shouldn’t eat candy you find in the forest!

This remastered episode originally aired December 23rd, 2019.

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7. Kylie asks: What if cats ruled the world? (Remastered)

Can you believe JFKat, Fred the Dog, and Mr. Mouser were all introduced in the same story? Find out what happens when Jojo Fluffy Kat gets put in charge. Now, with improved audio quality!

Lessons include: If we want to make the world a better place, we’ve got to make it better for everyone! 

This episode originally aired on November 7th, 2016. It has been rebalanced and edited to improve sound quality.

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G&G 23: What if every time I sneezed, someone disappeared?

People across Berend are mysteriously disappearing, and Swansong must recruit her old friends to help. We’ll meet Alabama Hera, the Cyclops Gum Slinger (yes, GUM!), and Malodor, the Crab-Shark Smelladin. Can they use the powers of bubble gum and smelly stuff to save the day?

Lessons include: There’s usually a way to simplify a game so that everyone can play; de-escalating can help keep yourself and others safe

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 275-279.

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97. The Presidential Debate! (Remastered)

The final 6 presidential candidates will have to answer your questions if they want to get the job! Unfortunately, Mr. Eric’s never run a debate before… how bad could it be? 

Lessons include: Whether you’re a president, or a tiny talking mouse, your ideas and efforts can make a big difference; Everyone needs help sometimes, and leaders need the most help! 

This episode originally aired 10/15/2018.

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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 caring

This episode originally aired on May 20th, 2019.

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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.

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