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Mar 2025
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346. Owen asks: What if Abacus quit teac...

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The Observatorium has fallen, and Abacus is stuck as Abybot, the giant robot. Can Fair Elise help him get unstuck from his feelings and rediscover his magic? Themes include: sharing feelings, mindfulness, coping with anxiety Subscribe at whatifworld.fun, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, sub ... Show More
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