What If World

a story podcast for kids

 

What If World is a storytelling podcast for kids. Each week, Mr. Eric takes a "what if?" question from a friend and spins it into a story just for you!

Filtering by Tag: Petey the Pirate

397. Pandabeard vs. Mr. Eric vs. Krakthuncle (Part 2)

Krakthuncle returns with an appetite and Petrina is snoozing on duty. Can the red panda pirates win the day with their cuddly might?  

Lessons include: Doing the work of the house together is a chance to connect with your family; getting caught up on chores makes for uninterrupted creative time!

This episode was written by writer/actor, and good friend of Mr. Eric’s, Kevin Swanstrom! Check him out for all your writing/acting needs at kevinswanstrom.com

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Eric and  Karen O'Keeffe make  What If World. Our producer is  Miss Lynn. Character art by  Ana Stretcu, episode art by  Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by  Jason O’Keefe, and theme song by  Craig Martinson.

396. Henry asks: What if everyone grew beards? (Part 1)

Petrina the Pirate takes over the story and Mr. Eric has to face the Red Panda Pirates!

Lessons include: We each need to help out with the work of the home; we cannot cuddle others without their consent. 2

This episode was written by writer/actor, and good friend of Mr. Eric’s, Kevin Swanstrom! Check him out for all your writing/acting needs at kevinswanstrom.com

Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards!

Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube

Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428)

Eric and  Karen O'Keeffe make  What If World. Our producer is  Miss Lynn. Character art by  Ana Stretcu, episode art by  Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by  Jason O’Keefe, and theme song by  Craig Martinson.

374. Zoronoak and the Sword of If

The greatest pirate swordmaster in What If World wishes to face the greatest challenge he can find, but no one seems to want to spar with him.

Lessons include: as Jordan Peterson once said, “Children should be allowed to do dangerous things carefully”; in a peaceful world, we’ll still have a need for exercise, expression, and healthy competition.

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What If World (or Mr. Eric)

P.O. Box 4905

Panorama City, CA 91412

Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our producer is Miss Lynn. Character art by Ana Stretcu, episode art by Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by Jason O’Keefe, and theme song by Craig Martinson.

211. Snail Mail Stories

Fair Elise and Petey the Press Secretey hold are holding a press conference to answer some of your snail mail questions. Will things devolve into utter chaos as the questions pile up? Almost definitely ;)

Lessons include: Thinking of conflict as Good vs. Bad can keep you from understanding both sides; 500 cans is too much tuna...

This remastered episode originally aired on July 12th, 2021. It’s got new sound effects, better balanced audio, and reflection questions at the end!

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What If World (or Mr. Eric)

P.O. Box 4905

Panorama City, CA 91412

Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our producer is Miss Lynn. Character art by Ana Stretcu, episode art by Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by Jason O’Keefe, and theme song by Craig Martinson.

340. Lucia asks: What If Pirates Hunted for Vegetables?

Petey the Pirate allies with the Broccoli-headed swashbuckler Brock O’Lander, but will Petey enjoy hunting for vegetables?

Lessons include: It’s good to try new things, but you can’t force people to like something they don’t; people like what they like.

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Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast

Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube

Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Kevin Swanstrom wrote this episode. Our producer is Miss Lynn. Character art by Ana Stretcu, episode art by Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by Jason O’Keefe, and theme song by Craig Martinson.

207. Beatrice asks: What if What If World had a potluck? (Remastered)

Petey the Party Planner Pirate puts on a potluck party, and there are a few surprises in store… also, a lot of candy casseroles. Then, unsurprisingly, the world gets taken over.

Lessons include: Everyone needs help sometimes, and it’s okay to ask; setting a good example feels terrific, but others won't always follow your lead.

This remastered story first aired on June 7th, 2021.

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Grownups, help your kids share questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast

Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube

Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our producer is Miss Lynn. Character art by Ana Stretcu, episode art by Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by Jason O’Keefe, and theme song by Craig Martinson.

223. Petey the Pumpkin #2: What if a dog was a dentist? (Remastered)

It's a bonus drop to finish our remastered two-part Halloween Special! Mamma Jamma meets her new dentist, and a surprise special guest gets transformed again and again!

Lessons include: listening to the dentist can help us avoid uncomfortable future visits; big or small, everyone is afraid of something

This remastered story first aired on November 1st, 2021. Supporters of What If World will get a bonus episode this week!

Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Grownups, help your kids share their questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast

Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube

Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

222. Petey the Pumpkin #1: What if we are school buses’ breakfast? (Remastered)

We’ve got two short, Halloween-themed stories to share today. Will Zach and Zizi face their fears together?

Lessons include: Most things aren’t all that scary once we learn more about them; we may never feel fully ready to face our fears, and sometimes we have to take a little leap when it’s safe to do so

This remastered story first aired on October 25th, 2021. Supporters of What If World will get a bonus episode this week!

Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Grownups, help your kids share their questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast

Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube

Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

329. Gracie asks: What if you could turn into TV characters?

Detective Alabaster Zero and Fair Elise reunite to track down the villain known as Wardrobe. Is Wardrobe responsible for all the fancy new costumes, or is everyone just exploring their style? We'll need your What If Questions to find out!

Lessons include: Playing as someone else won’t change who you are; style is what you like for you!

Listen to episode 314. Elliot asks: What if everything had a mustache? (Freddy Booboo Bear Part 1) and episode 317. Juma asks: What if trains didn’t stop? (Freddy Booboo Bear Part 2) to find out more about Wardrobe! 

Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Grownups, help your kids share their questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast

Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube

Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

320. What If Debate 2024!

The Final seven candidates debate who should lead What If World into the future! Can your questions help us figure it out? 

Lessons include: True leaders learn from listening to others; it takes courage to admit you don’t know something.

Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld.

Share questions & submissions with a grownup's help via email at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), Instagram @whatifworldpodcast, or snail mail:

What If World (or Mr. Eric)

P.O. Box 4905

Panorama City, CA 91412

Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.