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162. Dennis asks: What if Fred the Dog b...

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When Mr. Eric goes missing, Ms. Karen and Fred tell the story. Can they handle all the questions blasted out by the What-If-Mobile?

Lessons: It’s wonderful to give, but giving everything we’ve got will not leave us enough to stay happy and healthy.


The story originally aired on April 27th, 2020.


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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.

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