Podcast
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 ...more
Episodes
Super Mouse
Mar 11 2023
Professor Theo shares secrets of his own superhero youth. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
A Candy Coated Tall Tale
Mar 07 2023
The new teacher at Splendid Middle might just be a candy loving vampire. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
186. Saint Nick Squad 2022
Dec 17 2022
Jingle and Snowflake return for their annual holiday adventure. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
185. The Holidays Are...
Dec 15 2022
Professor Theo sends Happy Holiday wishes by way of a poem titled "The Holidays Are..." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
Turk and Pork Chop Join the Circus
Nov 18 2022
America's favorite turkey and pig, Turk and Pork Chop, hide out from Thanksgiving horrors by joining the circus. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
Turkey Trot 2022 Too
Nov 04 2022
A new Thankful Things writing prompt is included, and Professor Theo presents a remastered version of a Turk and Pork Chop classic. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
Turkey Trot 2022
Nov 04 2022
Professor Theo revisits the Turk and Pork Chop origin story from four years ago. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
181. Down With Doppelgangers
Oct 30 2022
A spooky story about a mysterious island and doppelgangers, with a possible tie to Professor Theo's recent After The Fall series. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
The 13 Days of Halloween
Oct 23 2022
Professor Theo shares two poems perfect for the autumn and Halloween season. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
179. Monsters Over (and Under) The Bed
Oct 16 2022
Professor Theo shares October thoughts and a story about monsters. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
250+ Halloween Costume Ideas
Oct 01 2022
Need a costume idea? Professor Theo has over 250 of them. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
177. Friday Night Frights
Sep 11 2022
Professor Theo's sports report goes terribly, or at least oddly, wrong...but maybe that's what he had planned all along. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
176. Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
Sep 04 2022
Cletus Cavalier and friends travel to NEHI and SWOLE to complete recruitment for the Unlikely Alliance. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
175. Martians Attack! On Halloween!
Aug 27 2022
It's already Halloween at Disney and the Dollar Tree, so why not Splendid, WV? Included is the new "Martians Attack! On Halloween!" story. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
174. Wizards and Twists
Aug 20 2022
Professor Theo shares The Wizard's Test sequel, titled The Wizard's Best, and a big twist in the After the Fall series. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
173. Love Your Library
Aug 14 2022
A day at the library turns chaotic when a magic spell gone wrong forces literary characters out of their books and into the real world. It's Professor Theo's 2022 Back To School Special. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
172. Actors and Automatons
Aug 05 2022
Enjoy a night out at the theatre with our talented thespians. Also, Professor Theo shares the fourth chapter of After the Fall. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
171. Is My Dad A Super-villain?
Jul 30 2022
A boy in nearby Super Duper Town shares suspicions about his father's potentially shadowy double life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
170. Winter Trek in Summer
Jul 24 2022
Professor Theo shares a cool winter tale in the middle of a sweltering summer. Also included: hot dog poetry. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
169. Space Dudettes and Zombie Distractions
Jul 03 2022
Hear the fourth part of Cletus Cavalier's Unlikely Alliance of Really Bad Space Dudes AND chapter three of the After The Fall series on this week's episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
168. The Mummy
Jun 24 2022
Two new tales this week: a mummy inspired campfire story and the second part of our new After the Fall series. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
167. PRIDE poem
Jun 24 2022
Professor Theo shares an Open To All Pride month poem, message. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
166. The Wizard's Test
Jun 06 2022
Two new tales this week: one poetry (The Wizard's Test) and one prose (After the Fall, Part 1). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
165. Cletus Cavalier - Space Ranger
Jun 02 2022
Professor Theo foreshadows a school where he would train Splendid's best to combat upcoming calamity. He also shares the third tale in Cletus Cavalier's Unlikely Alliance of Really Bad Space Dudes. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
164. Beware the Dragons
May 04 2022
The tale of Janine, her dragon friends, and Dude, the dragon hunter. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
163. Cletus Cavalier Returns Again
Apr 29 2022
Space ranger Cletus Cavalier is back. Professor Theo shares the second chapter of the Cletus Cavalier's Alliance of Really Bad Space Dudes series. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
162. The Shakespearean Episode
Apr 21 2022
That Talented Travelling Theatrical Troupe returns, this time with three plays by William Shakespeare in rep. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
161. Secret Agent Kids Society
Apr 15 2022
Professor Theo uncovers and shares a top secret case involving kid spies. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
160. World Theatre Day Special
Mar 20 2022
Professor Theo celebrates World Theatre Day 2022 with the return of That Talented Travelling Theatrical Troupe. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
159. Pot of Gold
Mar 17 2022
Gold, a leprechaun, and downtown adventures abound. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
158. Super Dork!
Mar 12 2022
When Barnum goes missing, it's Super Dork to the rescue...kind of. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
157. Breaking News! Kids Take Over School Board
Mar 07 2022
Elementary activist Janet Jones returns to lead a school board revolt. Also, Professor Theo shares the first chapter of a new Cletus Cavalier intergalactic adventure. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
156. All the World's a Stage
Feb 13 2022
Two short, poetic tales this week. One follows the adventures of a travelling troupe of theatre artists. The other is about a night out at the wrestling matches. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
155. The Skylark and the Water Rat
Feb 05 2022
Professor Theo's spin on an Edward E. Hale fable from 1873. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
154. Poetry Finds A Way
Feb 03 2022
When poetry is banned, Professor Theo protests by sharing a fresh new resistance rhyme. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
153. The Wish Box 3
Jan 22 2022
Things get wild and weird in the third and final tale in Manny's Wish Box trilogy. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
152. Jack's Back
Jan 17 2022
To avoid being put into storage with holiday decorations, some Christmas village characters plot a daring escape. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
151. The Wish Box 2
Jan 13 2022
Fallout from the science fair hits school, and an investigation is underway. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
150. The Wish Box
Dec 28 2021
Manny wants nothing more than to win the annual school science fair. Will his invention, a box that he insists will grant wishes, make the grade? Part 1 of 3. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
149. The Saint Nick Squad 7
Dec 18 2021
When the North Pole is under attack, Santa takes cover in a familiar place - a bunker in Splendid, West Virginia. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
148. A Splendid Holiday Special - 2021
Dec 13 2021
Professor Theo shares holiday thoughts by way of a new poem and some recommended reading. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
147. Space Run and Done
Dec 05 2021
The conclusion to the epic seven-part series titled Cletus Cavalier's Space Run. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
146. A Turk and Pork Chop Campfire Story
Nov 20 2021
Turk and Pork Chop spend the night in a haunted house, on the hunt for a magical amulet needed to save a dear friend. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
Jon Joy's Covid Vaccine PSA
Nov 15 2021
Professor Theo's Mystery Lab creator Jonathan Joy shares his thoughts on the Covid vaccine. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
144. Buck's Interdimensional Story
Nov 10 2021
Beware the Middle School Mimics! Kid Superhero Buck Travers takes over the mic to explain what happened inside that dust cloud that surrounded McFly Middle School a couple months ago. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
143. Uncharted Territory
Nov 07 2021
Tara begins one dangerous trek, while Cletus Cavalier nearly wraps up another. Stories include “The Hunt For Red” and “Cletus Cavalier’s Space Run: Part 6 (of 7).” --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
142. Mostly Harmless Halloween Haunts Part 3 (of 3)
Oct 27 2021
Have a splendid Halloween with the third and final tale in the Professor Theo's Mostly Harmless Halloween Haunts trilogy. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
141. Barnum's 13 Days of Halloween
Oct 23 2021
A tribute to October fun and National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. Three new poetry forms are explored, as well. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
140. Mostly Harmless Halloween Haunts Part 2 (of 3)
Oct 15 2021
The Pep Up Monster returns, but will its appetite for destruction be big enough to consume The Trick’s candy army? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
139. Cletus Cavalier RETURNS
Oct 09 2021
Professor Theo shares the fifth chapter of the seven part Cletus Cavalier's Space Run series. A Cryptid Campfire Story lesson plan is included, as well. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
138. Mutant Creatures From The Swamp
Oct 02 2021
When a strange smell envelops the town and Splendid Swamp Rangers fear the worst, Professor Theo is called in to investigate a stunning disturbance. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
137. Three Cheers For Three Years!
Sep 26 2021
Professor Theo celebrates the show’s three year anniversary with thanks and the story of Halloween Hal. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
136. Adventures in Space
Sep 17 2021
A major update on the dust cloud situation at McFly Middle and Theo shares part four of the seven chapter Cletus Cavalier’s Space Run story. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
135. Mostly Harmless Halloween Haunts Part 1 (of 3)
Sep 12 2021
Professor Theo brings many of Splendid's best together in the first part of an epic autumn trilogy. (Parts 2 and 3 coming in October.) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
134. On Dust Clouds, Scowl, and The Toy Collector
Sep 06 2021
Professor Theo shares an update on the dust cloud surrounding McFly Middle, as well as the next part of Cletus Cavalier's Space Run, and "a terrifying tale," according to Buck Travers, about The Toy Collector. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
133. 100+ Halloween Costume Ideas!
Sep 02 2021
You need Halloween costume ideas? More Cletus Cavalier? An update on the dust cloud that has engulfed McFly Middle School? Professor Theo has you covered on all three counts in this brand new episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
132. Introducing Cletus Cavalier
Aug 28 2021
Professor Theo kicks off a new series about space ranger delivery man named Cletus Cavalier. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
131. Friday the 13th/Back to School Special
Aug 13 2021
Professor Theo shares a semi-spooky campfire tale, Back to School poetry, and advice for the upcoming academic year. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
130. Into the TV
Aug 07 2021
Professor Theo’s experiments sometimes go awry, as was the case when he first tried to leap in to the gaming world like computer whiz kids Tanner and Max. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
129. Summer Poetry Slam
Jul 30 2021
This episode is devoted to the joys of summer, including beach trips, summer reading lists, podcast fun, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
128. Worst. Math Test. Ever.
Jul 25 2021
Math is the cause and solution to all of the Kid Superheroes' problems in this, the follow up to last week's Brandi Bermuda tale. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
127. Brandi Bermuda Befuddles Splendid Elementary
Jul 14 2021
When students from Ms. Bermuda's advanced math class keep disappearing, the Kid Superheroes of Splendid Elementary get involved. Unfortunately, Buck Travers, Tracy Thompson, Nick Newton, and Mandy Magic may have finally met their match. Part 1 of 2. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
126. Professor Theo's Recap
Jun 19 2021
Professor Theo attempts to recap nearly three years of podcasting adventures into one ten minute episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
125. Ghost House 3
Jun 18 2021
Kid Superhero Buck Travers takes over the mic to complete his action-packed Ghost House trilogy. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
124.5 Professor Theo On Stage
Jun 06 2021
Fans of Those Time Travelling Teens take note. This special bonus episode features a two minute Those Time Travelling Teens stage play, written by Jonathan Joy and read by Rissie Joy and Levi Joy. * This play is published by Drama Notebook in the "20 More Short Practice Scenes" collection. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
124. Dionte Daydreams
May 29 2021
Professor Theo looks ahead to summer fun while Dionte daydreams. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
123. Ghost House 2
May 21 2021
A follow up to Episode 111 and another Kid Superheroes Mystery Lab entry. Buck Travers takes over the mic once again, in an episode written by Levi Joy. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
122. Bernie the Bunny: Out of Bounds
May 15 2021
Professor Theo tells the tale of an adventurous, bouncing bunny named Bernie. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
121. Quest For The Perfect Donut
May 08 2021
A follow up to last summer’s episode #89 (Swords and Donuts and Masks, Oh My) and episode #90 (Of Swords and Donuts…and Cows), it’s the third tale in a series about a boy, his sword, and his dream donut superstore. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
120. An Animal Alphabet Adventure and an Acrostic Attempt
Apr 26 2021
A cool crocodile takes listeners on an animal themed trip through the alphabet, and Professor Theo shares an Earth Day acrostic poem. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
119. Kid Superheroes in “A Not-So-Super Soup-fest”
Apr 17 2021
Splendid Elementary’s Kid Superheroes return to battle villains born of soup - The Great Chili Monster, Sinister Spud, the Broccoli Cheeze Whiz-ard, and the Spicy Tortilla Tormentor – in this all new action packed episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
118. A Not So Eggcellent Egg Hunt
Apr 01 2021
Wyatt the Easter Wolf returns to save Splendid from a mob of goodie grabbers that has run completely amok. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
117. Ready to Rumble
Mar 28 2021
Professor Theo waxes poetic about wrestling, toys, and the days of his youth in this special tribute to World Poetry Day and National Poetry Month. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
116. Walt Waggoner and The Dung Beetle
Mar 14 2021
Wannabe superhero Walt Waggoner places a classified ad in search of a nemesis. The Dung Beetle responds. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
115. A Yeti Made Pizza and A Video Game Lock In
Mar 06 2021
Professor Theo welcomes a new pizza loving sponsor to the show and tells the tale of a boy trapped in a video game. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
114. The Super Kitty Six
Feb 27 2021
Professor Theo shares thoughts on a hopeful spring day and a tale of the superhero cats that protect his neighborhood streets. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
113. Buck vs. The Great Chili Monster: 2021 Edition
Feb 20 2021
This is where it all started. Jon Joy reimagines the 2016 tale that kicked off his family's Read Me A Bedtime Story column in the Greater Ashland Beacon newspaper five years ago and the Professor Theo's Mystery Lab podcast two and a half years ago. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
112. The Magical Golden Library Card
Feb 14 2021
Professor Theo sends a shout out to sponsors, shares thoughts on Presidents Day, and debuts a new short story. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
111. Ghost House
Jan 31 2021
Kid Superhero Buck Travers takes over the microphone to tell a story of computer whiz kids Tanner and Max, who are trapped in a Ghost House video game. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
110. Wise Wendy and Wild Wild Wes
Jan 24 2021
Theo shares an alliterative tale and gives listeners a sneak peek at stories to come in the near future. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
109. A Transformative Tale and Some Pokémon Poetry
Jan 16 2021
Mel the Metamorph travels to Earth to observe its inhabitants and Professor Theo shares poems inspired by Pokémon. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
108. Kid Space Force's New Year Special
Dec 30 2020
Kid Space Force Chris shares a galactic adventure update while Theo reflects on the year that was and considers what lies ahead in 2021. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
107. Kid Superheroes Vs. The Christmas Tree Army
Dec 23 2020
Kid Superhero Buck Travers takes over the mic for this very special, action-packed episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
106. To Catch an Elf, Part 2 (of 2)
Dec 21 2020
Questions are answered in this, the shocking conclusion to yesterday's North Pole thriller. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
105. To Catch an Elf, Part 1 (of 2)
Dec 20 2020
The Saint Nick Squad investigates a break in at the North Pole that may just be an inside job. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
104. Professor Theo's 3rd Annual Holiday Special
Dec 13 2020
Splendid's excess holiday spirit catches Santa off guard, and the jolly dude crash lands into the Mystery Lab. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
103. Ye Olde Toy Shop
Dec 06 2020
A teddy bear defends his toy store home, fending off two dastardly burglars. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
102. The Tackett Twins in The Don't Go There Forest
Nov 27 2020
Superhero twins Don and Joey Tackett face dark haunts in the forbidden Don't Go There Forest. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
101. Turkey Trot 2020 - Thanksgiving in the Gaming World
Nov 15 2020
Turk and Pork Chop return for their fifth Thanksgiving adventure, and they run in to some computer whiz kids and kid superheroes along the way. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
Professor Theo at 100
Nov 02 2020
It's our one hundredth episode! Also the third annual Election Day special, the battle to be the next mayor of Splendid, West Virginia has reached a fever pitch. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
99. A Zombie and an Etheree
Oct 25 2020
A zombie with a strange obsession follows Sylvester Adams from his dream to the real world and Professor Theo shares an autumnal Etheree poem. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
98. An Even More Spectacular Splendid Spooktacular Halloween Special
Oct 18 2020
Professor Theo returns for a third round of Halloween fun. Includes a continuation of the tale of Kid Superhero Buck Travers and the Splendid Sea Creature, as well as a trip to the Pumpkin Patch. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
97. A Splendid Spooktacular Halloween Special
Oct 11 2020
Kid Detectives and Kid Superheroes return in this Halloween special. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
96. Who Let the Monsters Out?
Oct 04 2020
The first of three new Halloween episodes features a short play reading “Journey to the Center of a Video Game” and a short story “Who Let the Monsters Out?” perfectly suited to October fun. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
95. X-Fest
Sep 23 2020
The 2 year anniversary episode of this podcast! Tanner and Max return with some Kid Superheroes in tow, as the missing pieces in the Theory X saga all fall into place. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
94. Let's Climb a Tree
Sep 12 2020
Professor Theo takes a ride atop one of Splendid University's famous walking trees. Included is a fun art/writing activity/exercise for young and old. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
93. Moon Pie Lullaby
Sep 05 2020
Professor Theo’s cure for insomnia is included in this tasty episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
92. Out of this World
Aug 29 2020
Professor Theo shares his UFO tale and the Kid Space Force returns. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
91. Ordinary Man
Aug 10 2020
When Superhero Steve loses his powers he becomes…Ordinary Man! Though his life is turned upside down, Steve learns that anybody can heroic. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
90. Of Swords and Donuts...and Cows
Aug 04 2020
Levi returns in a sequel to last week's Sword of Awesome Greatness adventure, and Theo shares a short tale for wee ones titled "Do Cows Wear Hats?" --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
89. Swords and Donuts and Masks, Oh My!
Jul 25 2020
Professor Theo shares an adventure tale of a boy named Levi, on the hunt for a magical sword, and a poem about the importance of wearing masks. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
88. Kid Space Force 8 & Canine Independence Day
Jul 12 2020
Professor Theo shares an update on the most recent Kid Space Force mission and tells the tale of the time dogs worked together to rid Splendid of all fireworks. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
87. Breaker
Jul 03 2020
The third in a trilogy about the Tween Superheroes at McFly Middle School. Meet Chris Martinez, a break dancing superhero. Breakout is back, too. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
86. Three Wishes
Jun 26 2020
Jonathan Joy and Levi Joy both take the mic to share a tale/poem about imagination and fun. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
85. Meet The Breakfast Express/Breakout Returns
Jun 20 2020
A follow up to Introducing Breakout, this is the second episode in a trilogy about the new Tween Superheroes at McFly Middle School. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
84. Introducing Breakout
Jun 13 2020
If you've ever dreamed of being three inches tall or of being a character in a well read book or of being a tween superhero at McFly Middle School, this episode is for you. The first in a trilogy of episodes that introduce listeners to five new kid superheroes from McFly, West Virginia, nearby Splendid. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
83. A Wall Around Bottomsville
Jun 06 2020
Professor Theo shares a tale of love, equality, standing up to bullies, and tearing down walls. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
82. Burt The Monster vs. The Fire Cloud
May 25 2020
Things get heated when a monster named Burt, who is actually a pretty cool dude, comes face to face with a villainous cloud made of fire. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
81. The Great Splendid Prison Escape
May 17 2020
Dozens of the Mystery Lab’s favorite characters converge on this episode, as the heroic friends of Splendid must band together when a load of super-villains break out of Splendid Prison. It’s a tale years in the making. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
80. Back to the 80s
May 09 2020
Professor Theo travels back to the 1980s with Those Time Travelling Teens to help them rescue a friend in need, stuck in the past. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
79. Legend of the Hidden Toby
May 02 2020
On a late night search through his father’s antique toys, Austin uncovers an ancient sarcophagus and a big mystery. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
78. Go Go Green Machine
Apr 22 2020
The Earth Power Team returns for adventure and to share a variety of Earth Day activities and inspiration with Mystery Lab listeners. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
77. Hoppy Easter!
Apr 11 2020
Wyatt the Easter Wolf returns for a second straight year, teaming up with the Easter Bunny in this action-packed episode. Beware the jelly bean pirates. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
76. I Can't Grow On
Apr 04 2020
Tune in for an update on Lazlo Bluebox and his true love, Lucy, and enjoy a story about a little girl who transforms into a giant. Be careful what you wish for. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
75. Play Ball
Mar 29 2020
Professor Theo ushers in a new baseball and softball season with tales of some successful student athletes, as they navigate the ups and down (literally and figuratively) of competitive sports. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
74. Return to Super Duper Town
Mar 22 2020
Tiny Mike, Big Sheila, and El Truco have Super Duper Dude and Super Duper Dudette in a tight spot. Who will prevail? Good battles evil and the future of Super Duper Town is at stake in this exciting conclusion to last week’s episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
73. Welcome to Super Duper Town
Mar 15 2020
Professor Theo takes a road trip to nearby Super Duper Town, home of Super Duper Dude, Super Duper Dudette, and Tiny Mike’s Villains ‘R Us superstore. Part 1 of a 2 parter. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
72. Pot of Gold
Mar 08 2020
Kid Explorers Donnie and Teresa return, on the hunt for gold at the end of a rainbow. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
71. Spring Special
Mar 01 2020
Professor Theo welcomes Spring with two alliterative tales, of Skedaddling Steve and Little LeBron. Lovers of the outdoors and art will take particular interest in this week’s stories. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
70. On Haiku Poems and American History
Feb 17 2020
Professor Theo has lined up some short lessons on poetry and American Presidents in this episode. Those time travelling teens return. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
69. Thank You For Being a Friend
Feb 09 2020
Two tales of friendship and love are at the heart of this Valentine's Day episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
68. Professor Theo and the No Good, Horrible, Really Weird Groundhog Day
Feb 02 2020
Giant groundhogs compel Theo to record a special Groundhog Day episode on the spot. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
67. The Big Game
Jan 31 2020
Splendid, West Virginia is host to The Big Game for the first, and likely final, time. Zombies, aliens, panicked crowds, Kid Superheroes and Kid Astronauts abound! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
66. Snow Much Fun, Part 2 - To Everest
Jan 25 2020
The Kid Superheroes fly to Mt. Everest in search of The Blizz and to take away the source of his evil power. Kid Superhero Buck Travers narrates this episode, which picks up where Episode #65: Snow Much Fun left off. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
65. Snow Much Fun?
Jan 11 2020
Children of Splendid rejoice when snow closes school one Tuesday in January. Their celebration is cut short, though, when The Blizz comes to town. The Kid Superheroes return in this icy, action-packed adventure. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
64. Hit Reset. Play Again.
Jan 05 2020
Computer Whiz Kids Tanner and Max return to the gaming world to catch Mr. X. This time they have a little help from Tanner’s sister, Kid Superhero Tracy Thompson. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
63. Professor Theo’s 2nd Annual New Year Special
Dec 29 2019
Theo introduces the listener to his wife’s Pretties Emporium in downtown Splendid, shares a tale of the villainous Time Bandit, and brings together many of the town’s favorite animal characters in this supersized episode. Happy New Year! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
62. A Splendid Christmas
Dec 20 2019
Not a creature was stirring…except for the villainous Mr. January. The Saint Nick Squad returns to face their biggest challenge yet, and the future of Christmas hangs in the balance. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
61. A Splendid Holiday
Dec 08 2019
Professor Theo shares a Saint Nick Squad poem, and a tale of giving at this most wonderful time of year. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
60. Call Me Mr. Sssss
Dec 01 2019
The new 4th grade reading and writing substitute teacher at Splendid Elementary, Mr. S, has a menacing command over his classroom. When the regular teacher, Mr. Young, doesn’t return after several days, Kid Superheroes Buck Travers, Mandy Magic, and Robert Robertson decide to investigate. What they find will shock you. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
59. Turkey Trot 3
Nov 23 2019
The Turk and Pork Chop series of Thanksgiving misadventures continues with a surprise, all new, fourth edition in their series – Turk and Pork Chop 4-Ever! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
58. Turkey Trot 2
Nov 16 2019
The further adventures of Turk and Pork Chop. While Episode 9 featured the first two tales in the Turk and Pork Chop trilogy, this year’s update includes the third and final story in their series. Professor Theo shares his list of thankful things, as well, just in time for Thanksgiving. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
57. Be What You Are
Nov 10 2019
Professor Theo introduces listeners to the Giggliputz, a yellow blob with an important lesson about self-confidence and appreciating the things that make us different from one another. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
56. Breaking News! Another Splendid Election
Nov 03 2019
After a successful year as second grade class President, Janet Jones had no desire to run for another term in third grade. That all changed when a scandal broke out regarding third grade President David Payne. Stay tuned to Professor Theo for all the breaking news surrounding Splendid Elementary politics. This week's episode also features an update on the ever changing Theory X series. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
55. The 13 Days of Halloween
Oct 26 2019
Professor Theo shares his 13 Days of Halloween gifts in this special bonus episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
54. Another Splendid Halloween
Oct 19 2019
Professor Theo shares Halloween editions of the Kid Detectives and Those Time Travelling Teens. The former group build a Monster Catch to help solve a case, while the latter foursome travels back in time to grab special items to enhance their Halloween costumes. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
53. Dreamscape
Oct 12 2019
The lines between the dream world and reality are blurred when things from your sleeping hours follow you into the waking ones. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
52. Trick or Trick
Oct 05 2019
Halloween is near, which means the Splendid Candy Shop is hopping with business. This fall season is different, though, for this year the store’s candy treats decide to rebel. Also, Professor Theo shares a bit of Mr. X’s background. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
51. Return from Pangea
Sep 28 2019
Kid Superhero Buck Travers takes over the mic on this week’s episode to finish Theo’s Pangea tale from Episode #50. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
50. The Crossover Episodes, Part 3: The Seven Stones of Pangea
Sep 22 2019
Children of Splendid unite for adventure in this, the one year anniversary episode of the Mystery Lab. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
49. A Path Less Traveled
Sep 07 2019
Donnie and Teresa explore the woods nearby Splendid University only to discover a mysterious substance that may spell doom for our Kid Explorers. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
48. The Crossover Episodes, Part 2: It Came From The Splendid Swamplands
Aug 31 2019
Something dangerous lurks in the wetland between Splendid Elementary and the old, abandoned uranium enrichment plant. Many Mystery Lab favorites band together in a crossover episode full of twists and turns. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
47. For All You Cucumber and Pizza Lovers Out There
Aug 24 2019
Young veggie lover, Luke, needs help from his friends to eat his way out of a cucumber house. And Kid Detectives Ben and Red are stumped when their fearless leader Jen goes missing. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
46. The Crossover Episodes, Part 1: Dinos in Splendid!
Aug 17 2019
Professor Theo shares a tale of friendship and a kid superheroes/time travelling teens mashup. Dinosaurs are on the loose in modern day Splendid! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
45. The Back To School Special
Aug 10 2019
It’s time to begin a new school year, but first a bedtime story and some words of advice from Professor Theo. Big news regarding some upcoming crossover episodes is revealed, as well. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
44. Missions in Outer Space & Far Underground
Aug 03 2019
When Chris goes missing in space, it's Natalie and Marsha to the rescue in Professor Theo's 7th Kid Space Force tale. Also, the 3rd chapter of the Underground Kid Explorers saga has a surprise in store for listeners. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
43. Of Pez and Pirates and Parrots
Jul 19 2019
Professor Theo promotes Pezamania poetry and shares a tale of pirates and parrots. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
42. A Not So Splendid Summer Meltdown
Jul 14 2019
A wild and wonderfully weird week sees the Kid Detectives take on a sizzling hot summer case, and all the monkeys break out of the Splendid Zoo. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
41. Freedom Lost and Found
Jul 07 2019
The toys of one man’s childhood come back to haunt him in a somewhat spooky campfire story, and Lady Liberty makes a visit to the Mystery Lab. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
The Big 4-0
Jun 29 2019
The 40th episode of The Mystery Lab is here, and it’s also the 7th episode to feature everybody’s favorite techies – Tanner and Max. These quantum leaping computer whiz kids are suddenly trapped in the games that make up the mini-arcade at the Mega Mega Mart. At least they are far from the grips of the villainous Mr. X. Or are they? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
39. Are You Afraid of The Dark?
Jun 16 2019
Professor Theo shares an update on those Underground Kid Explorers. Listeners will also be introduced to Ted, a hatchling sea turtle, who is caught up in an adventurous moonlit tale. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
38. Super Secret Surprise Episode
Jun 09 2019
Professor Theo is out of town at a conference and his son, Kid Superhero Buck Travers, has been warned to stay away from dad’s podcasting equipment. So how is there a new episode this week? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
37. School's Out For Summer
Jun 02 2019
Professor Theo welcomes summer by sharing tales of Darby’s adventures in the library and one exciting bike race. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
36. Barnum, the Detective Dog, and the Case of the Missing Hot Rod
May 26 2019
Not many towns boast a race car driving cat and a detective dog, but as you’ve learned by now…Splendid isn’t just any ordinary town. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
35. Holding Out For A Hero
May 19 2019
When a giant Pep Up! soda monster forms, the town of Pepville needs a hero. And Splendid Elementary student, Lexi Barnes, has to answer the question “What is a Hero?” for a class essay. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
34. Kid Explorers Here and There, Kid Explorers Everywhere!
May 12 2019
Meet the Kid Explorers, as they traverse mysterious underground tunnels, and make their way through the forest near Splendid University. Beware The Dark, and a giant on the hunt for a lost magical staff. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
33. A Not So Splendid Science Fair
May 05 2019
Mr. Brains shows his true colors and Kid Superheroes abound at the annual Splendid Elementary Science Fair. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
32. Every Day Is Earth Day
Apr 28 2019
Fourth grade Splendid Elementary teacher Mrs. Lyon leads her Earth Power Team pupils in a variety of Earth Day activities and a battle with The Litterbug. Now available on Podcoin. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
31. Easter Egg-Stravaganza, Part 2
Apr 21 2019
Kid Detectives are on the Case of the Endangered Easter, and a three part Kid Space Force series concludes. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
30. Easter Egg-Stravaganza, Part 1
Apr 14 2019
When the Easter Bunny is in need, Wyatt the Easter Wolf comes to the rescue. Part 2 of a Kid Space Force trilogy takes shape, as well. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
29. Blast Off! with the Kid Space Force
Apr 07 2019
Fans of the Kid Space Force will rejoice at this episode, chock full of galactic escapades. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
28. I Can. I Must. I Will.
Mar 31 2019
Professor Theo shares tales of Splendid youth facing their fears and following their dreams. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
27. Tanner and Max in the Gaming World
Mar 24 2019
Computer whiz kids Tanner and Max have been located. Catch up on their adventures inside the gaming world, as they leap from one video game to another, intent on saving all technology from the villainous Mr. X. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
26. The Splendid Zoo & The T4 Crew
Mar 17 2019
Professor Theo takes the listener on a trip to the Splendid Zoo for something quite special and then wraps up the Those Time Travelling Teens Return trilogy. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
25. A Supersized Episode XXV
Mar 10 2019
A super-sized episode overflowing with kid superheroes and time travelling teens. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
24. A Love Story and An Adventure
Mar 03 2019
Help bring Lazlo and Lucy Bluebox back together again. Also, the McFly Middle School Science Club is at it again, its time travelling teenage members hopping all through the past. Part one of a new three part T4 series is the anchor of this week’s episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
23. Professor Theo's Confession
Feb 24 2019
Professor Theodore Travers has a confession to make, and it involves his secret lab, his superhero son Buck Travers, and a gigantic Bug Beast accidentally set loose on Splendid. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
22. Of Bats and Blobs
Feb 17 2019
The Bat Band wants to rock and roll all night, and a big blue blob teaches everyone an important lesson. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
21. A Couple Cool Trips
Feb 10 2019
First, travel with the Kids Space Force on a journey through the galaxy. Then, tag along on an outing through Splendid to help solve the case of the Ice Cream Bandit. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
20. Kid Superheroes X
Feb 03 2019
Superhero kids Buck and Tracy return. Also, a new kid superhero – Mandy Magic – is introduced. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
19. Splendid, We Have a Problem
Jan 27 2019
The Kid Space Force blasts off, and a dastardly band of nocturnal pizza thieves are on the loose. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
18. Ready Plot Point One
Jan 20 2019
Theo introduces his friend The Terror and surprises await, as kid superhero Buck Travers takes over the second half of the show to reveal a big secret. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
17. Dance and Leap, Then To Sleep
Jan 13 2019
What has magical dancing shoes and adventurous kids trapped in video games? This episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
16. Rock On, Rock-afire!
Jan 06 2019
Escape is the theme for this week’s stories which follow (1) a runaway animatronic rock band, and (2) a Christmas village character not so keen on going back in the box. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
15. A Supersized New Year Special
Dec 30 2018
Our biggest episode yet! Say goodbye to 2018 and kick off the New Year in style: trapped in a video game with whiz kid Tanner or running from dinosaurs with those time travelling teens. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
14. And To All a Good Night – A Splendid Christmas Special
Dec 23 2018
Off to bed now, but not before a Saint Nick Squad adventure and some more teenage time travelling fun. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
13. Lions and Clowns and Time Travel, Oh My!
Dec 16 2018
A little girl joins the circus and the 3rd chapter of those time travelling teens’ adventures takes shape. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
12. Travels Through Space and Time…and Snow
Dec 09 2018
Santa’s secret agent task force sets off on a mission, while Professor Theo continues the tale of time travelling teens. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
11. Holiday Shock & Time Travel Talk
Dec 02 2018
Kid Superheroes take on Miss Shockey and Professor Theo introduces those time travelling teens. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
And Then There Were 10
Nov 25 2018
The tenth episode focuses on the joys of holiday giving and the further adventures of whiz-kid-trapped-in-a-video-game Tanner. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
9. Turkey Trot
Nov 18 2018
Turk and Pork Chop escape the Meat Jackpot Restaurant and set off on wild adventures together. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
8. From the Book Fair with Love
Nov 11 2018
The biannual book fair comes to Splendid Elementary and kid superheroes Buck and Tracy return to face the Book Fair Burglar. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
7. A Splendid Election
Nov 04 2018
The first story covers Election Day at Splendid Elementary, while the second follows a boy computer whiz trapped inside a video game. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
6. A Splendid Halloween
Oct 28 2018
A special Halloween episode of the Mystery Lab features poetry and the Pumpkin Thief. Trick or treat. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
5. Barnum’s Bone and a Dangerous Deal
Oct 21 2018
A mystery tale for dogs and kid superheroes team up with kid super-villain Kid Popsicle in an attempt to outwit Zero-man. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
4. Pizza Day and Pezamania
Oct 14 2018
Kid superheroes battle a trio of enemies on pizza day and Professor Theo tells the tale of one boy's magical trip to a Pez convention. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
3. Science Fair Standouts
Oct 07 2018
Future kid superheroes are introduced and Professor Theo is impressed by a boy named Axel and his giant bug friends. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
2. Kid Superheroes Unite and a Race Car Driving Cat
Sep 30 2018
What's more amazing? A couple kid superheroes or a cat that can drive a race car? This week's episode has both. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support
1. Kid Superheroes and Runaway Pumpkin Patches
Sep 23 2018
Professor Theo shares tales of kid superheroes and a runaway pumpkin patch on this very first episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/professortheo/support