Professor Theo's Mystery Lab

The town of Splendid, West Virginia has a higher than average number of kid superheroes, giant bugs, time travelling teens, and much more bizarre activity. Professor Theo's Mystery Lab on the campus of Splendid University is somehow at the heart of it all. Though he doesn't like to divulge all his secrets, the Professor does enjoy sharing his hometown bedtime stories, sure to delight the young, imaginative one in your life. Written by Jonathan Joy, based on his newspaper column of stories for kids, this is a 10-15 minute podcast, updated weekly, rich in fun, playful tales.

Happy Halloween from the Galaxy's Best

Professor Theo returns with Halloween well wishes and a Galaxy's Best tale. Galaxy's Best is inspired by the Masters of the Universe. However, instead of being super strong, our heroes are super smart. Join The Elder, Big Brain, Vax-man, and Math Master as they take on Fearmonger and his Mayhem Marauders.

10-26
09:35

Turk and Pork Chop 9: Island Escape

Everyone's favorite turkey and pig return in Professor Theo's seventh annual Thanksgiving special.

11-26
09:53

Dolly Dearest

Pam's birthday present comes with some unexpected and unwelcome attributes.

10-19
07:36

The 13 Days of Halloween

Professor Theo's seventh annual Halloween special includes an ABC poem about fun, fall things and a retelling of a new version of The 13 Days of Halloween.

10-12
09:40

Greenbeard The Pirate

Greenbeard enjoys being a pirate, but he's about to learn an important lesson about jealousy and comeuppance.

09-29
09:15

Tilt-a-Hurl

Former Kid Superhero, now Teen Superhero, Buck Travers returns in an amusement park battle against villains from the Don’t Go There Forest.  This is our six-year podcast anniversary episode!    

09-23
10:07

A Skeleton Rival, Minions, and Me

This week's tale features a Skeleton Prince, a plea from Professor Theo's friend Tuck, and a whole mess of minions.

09-01
10:14

Helping Hands & Halloween Writing Prompts

Kid advocate Janet Jones returns, and Professor Theo celebrates Augtober vibes by sharing some Halloween writing prompts.

08-25
10:14

The Grammar Hammer

Mr. Smashovitz is leading a double life. By day he's an English teacher at Splendid Middle School. By night he's a professional wrestler. His secret is about to be exposed.

05-27
08:00

A Splendid Earth Day

Professor Theo celebrates Earth Day and National Poetry Month with two new poems and a poetry writing prompt for kids.

04-21
06:30

Choose Your Own Adventure Tale

Help Pug and her dragon friend, Doug, escape the clutches of Professor Cruz.

04-14
13:02

Library Quest 2

An advocacy tale and another tribute to the library and its many valuable community services. A follow up to Library Quest #1, which was released in September 2023.

03-27
07:40

Time Warp to the Gold Mine

A father and son time travel from 2024 back to the Huntington Mall and its 1983 Gold Mine arcade.

03-14
09:33

The Dragonflies: What is a Wetland?

When the construction of a Mega Mega Mega Mart threatens the Mysterious Moors, our young ecological superheroes stand up to Mr. Mega.

03-09
09:58

Poetry Corner

Five new poems and a Winter Break writing challenge for youngsters.

12-25
09:09

Santa in the Multiverse

Blitz Jinglepot returns in the follow up and conclusion to last week's action packed holiday tale. It's time for Saint Nick Squad 8 (Part 2): Blitz Jinglepot in the Mad Multiverse.

12-15
09:02

An Elf Named Blitz Jinglepot

When Santa is mistakenly blasted into an alternate universe, the Saint Nick Squad is called in for a rescue mission. Blitz Jinglepot and the Mad Multiverse (Part 1 of 2) is included.

12-09
07:17

Turkey Bowl: A Splendid Thanksgiving Special

Poultry pals Turk and Pork Chop return in their 8th Thanksgiving special for kids.

11-12
10:45

The Wild Werewolves of Washington Avenue

A werewolf tale for your Halloween delight.

10-22
08:48

13 Days of Halloween

Professor Theo's ode to Halloween.

10-09
04:16

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