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

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

Author: Eric O'Keeffe / Starglow Media September 30, 2024 Duration: 24:24
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 15th, 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.

Curiosity begins with a simple question, and What If World-Stories for Kids turns those questions into delightful, original adventures. Hosted by Mr. Eric, this podcast spins the wild and wonderful "what if" ideas sent in by young listeners into full-length audio stories. Each episode is a journey into a uniquely crafted universe where anything is possible, blending gentle comedy with heartfelt moments that families can enjoy together. The magic lies in its collaborative spirit-the stories are directly inspired by the imaginative queries of children, making every narrative a surprise. Parents and caregivers are invited to submit their own child's puzzling or playful scenario, which might just become the spark for the next tale. Through these engaging fictions, the show naturally encourages creative thinking and a resilient, problem-solving spirit. Tuning in means entering a space where a question about dinosaurs eating pizza or a cloud made of jelly can unfold into a memorable, character-driven plot. It’s more than just a story time podcast; it’s an interactive celebration of a child’s perspective, lovingly produced by Eric O'Keeffe and Starglow Media. The result is a consistently charming and funny listen that respects the intelligence and wonder of its young audience, one "what if" at a time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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356. Dear Prudence, the Giant Sheepdog [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:14
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355. Cryptid Kids #10: Worlds Collide [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:09
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354. Cryptid Kids #9: The Taco Portal Puzzle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:20
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353. Meditation: What if Petey shared his secret? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:00
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53. What If: the Musical! (w/ Chris Kerrigan) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:11
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…
352. Juan asks: What if Fred became an Influencer? (w/ Jonathan Magnum) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:07
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 expe…
351. Freaky Fredday Part 2: The Freddy-Headed Horsey Cat [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:15
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 diff…
350. Freaky Fredday [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:27
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;…
153. Liv asks: What if clocks were bananas and monkeys ate time? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:30
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