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370. Time Climb

Our 10th season kicks off with an epic adventure that reveals a little of Whendiana Joan’s mysterious past. Also, there’s mac n’ cheese and dinosaurs!

Lessons include: There are many different ways to overcome a challenge; the future may be uncertain, but we can still be confident in ourselves.

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40. Naomi asks: What if candy were good for you?

Whendiana and the Learninator are back to face another time-traveling candy crisis!

Lessons include: It takes a variety of food to help us feel our best; the effort we put into the things we care about makes us remarkable and unique.

This remastered classic has new sound effects and music. The original aired on July 24th, 2017.

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178. Big Trouble for Little Freddy (Remastered)

Fred the Dog runs out of sticks, and desperate times call for desperate antics! What will become of our President?

Lessons include: Not all attention is good for you; there’s more to being a leader than getting your way.

This remastered episode first aired on September 14th, 2020.

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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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326. What the If? An Intro to What If World

The ultimate primer for new and returning fans! Cthunkle hosts a Blarbecue and everyone’s invited! This story includes paper dragons, donuts, and everyone’s favorite long-tongued dog.

Lessons include: It’s never too late to try something new; no one is a know-it-all on day one (or ever, really!)

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305. Malcolm asks: What if What If World had a pool party?

Mr. Eric meets up with Fred, Whendiana, Abacus, and others to relax by the pool and answer several new questions that have already been answered!

Lessons: When we experience a story again, we may find whole new insights (and issues!)

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300. Owen asks: What if everyone had a party but Cthunkle wasn’t invited? (you know why)

It’s our 300th episode, and we celebrate with Stoopkid Stories, Dorktales Storytime, The Past and the Curious, Storypillar, and Kesler Talbot! Cthunkle may not be invited, but you sure are!

Lessons include: It hurts to hold onto a grudge; it’s okay to take a little break during a party!Subscribe at whatifworld.fun and check out our Yoto Cards!

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97. The Presidential Debate!

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 remastered episode originally aired on 10/15/2018.

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12. Chloe asks: What if there was a never-ending bowl of ice cream?

Is it possible to have too much of a good thing? Like too much ice cream, too many wizards, or too many time-traveling robots? Let’s find out together and enjoy greatly improved audio quality on this remastered episode.

Lessons include: Talking about our mistakes can help prevent even bigger complications; everyone can learn if they take the time to listen.

This remastered episode originally aired on December 12th, 2016.

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290. Eleanor & Luna ask: What if everyone dressed in only candy?

Santaphants gives the elves an early Neighbor Day gift, and they all end up stuck together! Can Whitlynn the Reindeer save the day, or will she need help from Whodolph and Fred?

Lessons include: We can offer to help a neighbor who is struggling, but if we insist on helping, it can make them feel belittled; We don’t need to wait for a holiday to celebrate and support each other.

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288. Sal asks: What If What If World came inside my bedroom?

Imagine adventuring with Fred the Dog without ever getting out of bed! Mr. Eric and Whendiana Joan will come along for the ride on a bicycle made for two (sometimes three).

Lessons include: The world can be unfair, but we can still choose to be fair to each other; changing your past would change who you are and could alter many other lives!

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207. What if all of What If World had a potluck?

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 the world gets taken over, obviously.

Lessons include: It’s okay to ask for help sometimes; setting a good example can feel pretty great even if it doesn’t always inspire others to do the same.

This episode is sponsored by Bobby Wonder, a podcast for kids from the Emmy Award winning team. Join the fun, expand your imagination, and learn how to talk to ducks! Learn more at gokidgo.com and find Bobby Wonder wherever you listen to podcasts.

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60. What if dinosaurs and chickens could turn into anything?

Meet Whyla and Guyceratops, two shapechangers that Whendiana meets in the same place… only in two very different times. Can Whendi solve their problems? Can the Learninator overcome his fear of chickens? Can you guess the tricky twist?

Lessons include: You don’t have to pretend to be someone else, it’s important to venture outside of our small communities and learn about different people

This episode originally aired January 15th, 2018.

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What If World is made by Eric O’Keeffe with help from Karen O'Keeffe. Our theme song is by Craig Martinson and our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe. Additional songs and sound effects from audioblocks.com. This episode's Whendiana artwork is by Ana Stretcu.

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178. Big Trouble for Little Freddy

Fred the Dog runs out of sticks, and desperate times call for desperate antics! What will become of our President?

Lessons include: not all attention is good for you; there’s more to being a leader than getting your way;

What If World is now on JioSaavn, India's top music streaming and podcasting app with over 100 million listeners! You can hear all of What If World and Josh Ke Saath on JioSaavn for free, as well as millions of songs, and thousands of episodes worth of content!

This episode is sponsored in part by Disney Hits Playlist. All your favorite Disney music, including songs you grew up singing along to and the latest instant classics. Available wherever you stream music!

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163. What if Pixicato went on a secret mission to find Fred the Dog? (Alternia: Part 1)

We’re really in a mess this week. Will Pixicato be able to find Fred the Dog, or is this just the beginning of a great adventure in the land of… Alternia?

Lessons: Optimism is a wonderful thing, as long as we do not ignore the problems around us.

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101. What if Cthunkle did his show, “What Is World”?

Cthunkle hosts this unusual episode. Could this be the end of What If World? Not if the next president and their new cabinet have anything to do with it!

Lessons include: Handling disappointment is a really important skill for kids and grown-ups to practice; it’s important to make your voice heard, even if you don’t get your way.

This episode originally aired November 19th, 2018.

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150. What if imagination was good?

Alabaster Zero, Fred the Frog, and Abacus P. Grumbler are stuck in a swamp next to an erupting volcano. Can they save the people of the swamp even without magic?

Lessons include: with imagination and hard work, we can accomplish almost anything; sometimes we all need to be willing to accept help from others.

The dangers in our imaginary swamp were inspired by the disastrous bushfires in Australia, as well as the Taal Volcano ash eruption in the Philippines. For our 150th episode we’re encouraging you to look out at What Is World and, if you have the means and the time, find some way to help. Even if you’re listening to this story in 2030, you can make a difference in the world with your engagement and support. The Australian Red Cross or the Philippine Red Cross could be a great place to start in 2020 (our media present).

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The full questions that helped inspire this story were:

From our patron, Silas: What if Fred licked the volcano away and turned it into a little frog wand and turned Alabaster Zero, Abacus, and himself back into their regular selves?

From Elle: I like horses, and what if Fred the Dog convinced Alabaster Zero that imagination is good and then Alabaster Zero called on Dracomax to fill the pond with water and put out the volcano with his breath and save the day?

From Ellis: What if cowboys helped Fred, Alabaster, and Abacus and had magic blasters that restored very small amounts magic, and used magic lassos could cast spells and rode on unicorns?

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51. What if monsters were real? (Halloween: Part 2)

Petey the Pirate & Whendiana Joan finally get their turn to tell a story this week in the conclusion of our Halloween Special from 2017!

Lessons include: sharing, patience, and teamwork get better results than show-boating; just because someone looks different doesn't mean they are bad

This episode is brought to you by The Creeping Hour, a horror anthology series recommended for kids 8-12. Time to creep out!

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102. What if I was a unicorn and Fred the Dog found my fairy garden?

Fred has to figure out the secret to making a dog house fly, or else he’ll be late to his own inauguration! Fortunately a shapeshifting Finn Again and a generous Miracorn are there to help.

Lessons include: It’s important to think hard when making big decisions (and to not let the small decisions slow you down).

What If World will have a LIVE show and workshop at the DTLA Mini Maker Faire, Saturday, December 1, 2018 at 10 AM – 4 PM at the Los Angeles Central Library. It’s a free event but there is limited space in the storytelling workshops, which will start shortly after the event begins, and end at about noon.

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101. What if Cthunkle did his show, “What Is World,” and interviewed Mr. Eric?

Cthunkle hosts this unusual episode. Could this be the end of What If World? Not if the next president and their new cabinet have anything to do with it!

Lessons include: Handling disappointment is a really important skill for kids and grown-ups to practice; it’s important to make your voice heard, even if you don’t get your way.

What If World is made by Eric O’Keeffe with help from Karen Marshall O'Keeffe. Our theme song is by Craig Martinson and our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe.