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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.

Oct 26 2025 | 00:09:35

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.

Oct 19 2024 | 00:07:36

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

Oct 12 2024 | 00:09:40

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.

Sep 29 2024 | 00:09:15

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

Sep 23 2024 | 00:10:07

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!    

Sep 01 2024 | 00:10:14

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

May 27 2024 | 00:08:00

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.

Apr 21 2024 | 00:06:30

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

Mar 27 2024 | 00:07:40

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.

Mar 14 2024 | 00:09:33

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

Mar 09 2024 | 00:09:58

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

Dec 25 2023 | 00:09:09

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

Dec 15 2023 | 00:09:02

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.

Dec 09 2023 | 00:07:17

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.

Sep 27 2023 | 00:10:20

Kid Superhero Buck Travers takes over the mic for our 200th episode.


Quantum leaping whiz kids Tanner and Max return.


Mothman returns.


Bigfoot and The Flatwoods Monster make cameo appearances.

Sep 25 2023 | 00:07:52

A tribute to the library and its many valuable community services.

Sep 23 2023 | 00:12:47

Get in the Halloween spirit with Professor Theo's annual costume recommendations.

Aug 09 2023 | 00:09:48

Professor Theo encourages listeners to follow their heart, using his friend Barry - a seven foot tall singing, dancing, and playing dinosaur - as an example.

Aug 05 2023 | 00:07:38




Breaking news from the Splendid School Board and A Poem
About a Butterfly.  Also, Professor Theo
has homework for young listeners. 




Jul 06 2023 | 00:11:26

If you like ghost pirates, treasure hunts, and Eastern Kentucky, this is the episode for you.

Jun 30 2023 | 00:09:57

A summary and conclusion to space ranger Cletus Cavalier's latest galactic adventure.

Jun 30 2023 | 00:04:43

Professor Theo shares a poem and message of Pride, for Pride Month 2023.

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