393. Thiago asks: What if shoes could walk by themselves?

393. Thiago asks: What if shoes could walk by themselves?

Author: Eric O'Keeffe / Starglow Media May 4, 2026 Duration: 21:21
Everyone’s favorite vampiric comic, Cackula, leads a meditation this week, focusing on kindness. But if you ask him, it’s a “Deaditation,” and he may or may not possess a pair of shoes…  Lessons include: We owe ourselves kindness; we can look back to understand our failures and focus on our wins. What If World producer Miss Lynn is heading back out on the road with a series of concerts in June! Will she be near you? Check her tour dates and find out! 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.

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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381. Roxy asks: What if unicorns were somehow the villains? (Part 1) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:27
It’s Honing Day at the Stables, and Hernosity the Unicorn is keeping a secret from the other magical horses. Also, there’s a giant hole all the way through What If World! Lessons include: You don’t need anyone else to te…
380. Reigan asks: What if everyone had only one feeling? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:56
Fred the Dog and JFKat take a trip down the Whyway to a little town called Brainbow, where everyone only feels one feeling! Also, they’re all zombies! Lessons include: Every feeling is important; we can experience our fe…
379. Addy asks: What if everything was dessert? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:33
Whendi, Ana, and Dr. Joan are back, searching for the best foods in Europe. Unfortunately, the Learninator also appears to have lost his manners! In this listener-submitted story, Nayara answers Addy’s question with an i…
190. A Cthunkle Carol (Part 2) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:45
Cthunkle left off with the impulsive ghost of Ifmas Present. Will the wicked Squidopus learn the error of his ways, or will he be defeated by a sludge monster? Lessons include: Being kind can feel like a sacrifice, but a…
189. A Cthunkle Carol (Part 1) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:35
Cthunkle’s getting a surprise birthday present, a story where he’s actually taken over What If World! Of course, ruling the world may not be so fun when Cthunkle finds himself haunted by moralizing spirits... Lessons inc…
378. CK #16: Scumhive and Villainy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:02
It’s the final showdown: two squids, three kids, and a whole lot of slime! Can the Cryptid Kids save the pirate city of Scumhive and get back to their own timeline? Lessons include: Resilience is important, but so is kno…
377. CK #15: A Tale of Two Squiddies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:28
Cthunkle faces the Bone Kraken on the Slime Sea while the Cryptid Kids try to figure out how to save the pirate city of Scumhive! Lessons include: When you trust someone, you can rely on them even when they’re far away.…
376. CK #14: What if Cthunkle ruled the universe? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:28
After a time travel mishap, the Cryptid Kids find themselves in the pirate city of Scumhive, only each of them arrive at a different time! Plus, they all seem to think Cthunkle is their ruler… Lessons include: We should…
375. Talbot asks: What if a polar bear did the Tour de France? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:03
Fair Elise has to ride with phoenixes and polar bears in the Tour de France, only she doesn’t know how to ride a bike! Can JFKat and Miss Lynn help her learn? Lessons include: Sports can be as inclusive as we want them t…
374. Zoronoak and the Sword of If [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:35
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…