Jonathan Joy

Professor Theo's Mystery Lab

Kids EN ↓ 220 episodes

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.

Author

Jonathan Joy

Category

Kids

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Latest episode

Oct 26, 2025

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Episodes

45. The Back To School Special 10.08.2019

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.  

44. Missions in Outer Space & Far Underground 03.08.2019

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.

43. Of Pez and Pirates and Parrots 19.07.2019

Professor Theo promotes Pezamania poetry and shares a tale of pirates and parrots. 

42. A Not So Splendid Summer Meltdown 14.07.2019

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. 

41. Freedom Lost and Found 07.07.2019

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. 

The Big 4-0 29.06.2019

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? 

39. Are You Afraid of The Dark? 16.06.2019

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.  

38. Super Secret Surprise Episode 09.06.2019

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?

37. School's Out For Summer 02.06.2019

Professor Theo welcomes summer by sharing tales of Darby’s adventures in the library and one exciting bike race. 

36. Barnum, the Detective Dog, and the Case of the Missing Hot Rod 26.05.2019

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.  

35. Holding Out For A Hero 19.05.2019

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.

34. Kid Explorers Here and There, Kid Explorers Everywhere! 12.05.2019

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.

33. A Not So Splendid Science Fair 05.05.2019

Mr. Brains shows his true colors and Kid Superheroes abound at the annual Splendid Elementary Science Fair. 

32. Every Day Is Earth Day 28.04.2019

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.

31. Easter Egg-Stravaganza, Part 2 21.04.2019

Kid Detectives are on the Case of the Endangered Easter, and a three part Kid Space Force series concludes. 

30. Easter Egg-Stravaganza, Part 1 14.04.2019

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.  

29. Blast Off! with the Kid Space Force 07.04.2019

Fans of the Kid Space Force will rejoice at this episode, chock full of galactic escapades. 

28. I Can. I Must. I Will. 31.03.2019

Professor Theo shares tales of Splendid youth facing their fears and following their dreams.  

27. Tanner and Max in the Gaming World 24.03.2019

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. 

26. The Splendid Zoo & The T4 Crew 17.03.2019

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.  

25. A Supersized Episode XXV 10.03.2019

A super-sized episode overflowing with kid superheroes and time travelling teens. 

24. A Love Story and An Adventure 03.03.2019

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.  

23. Professor Theo's Confession 24.02.2019

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. 

22. Of Bats and Blobs 17.02.2019

The Bat Band wants to rock and roll all night, and a big blue blob teaches everyone an important lesson. 

21. A Couple Cool Trips 10.02.2019

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.  

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