Istvan's Imaginary Podcast

April fools! Yes this year the podcast falls on the sneakiest, prank filled holiday of them all, and we couldn’t be happier! Leprechaun is still in town and has made himself at home in Istvan’s house so everyone shares their favorite pranks for you to try out on your family. We also hear a new song from Istvan’s forthcoming kids album Flaky Pastry as well as some April Fools jokes by none other than Joke of the Day Guy...

We may be a day late but the only thing short about this episode is our special guest. Because today is our most notorious episode and holiday, that’s right, it’s our St. Patrick’s Day show! And that means a visit from our most colorful guest and the man of the hour, Leprechaun. So drape yourself in green and consider yourself lucky because it’s time for the best podcast around. Be sure to check Istvan’s Instagram for ...

When you live in a cool state like Illinois you sometimes get to celebrate holidays all your own. Because today is the first Monday in March and that means it’s Casimir Pulaski Day. What’s that you say? Well listen to today’s episode and let Toby tell you all about it. We also make a call to Cicada himself to get an update on his preparations for the big emergence this spring. So grab a paczki and enjoy this powerful ep...

Happy President’s Day! Who are we kidding, we’re really celebrating a day off of school and as it turns out a very special celebrity birthday. Yes we discover that it’s Millie Bobby Browns birthday and that Toby is more than just a casual fan. We are also treated to an in studio guest, yes Lewis, aka Joke Of The Day Guy, stops in and so much more on today’s super fun episode. Enjoy the show!

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Istvan and Toby are a little stunned in today’s episode. Why? Because they can’t believe it’s already February. As a result we get to celebrate a very sweet National Holiday very dear to our hearts and we also get a surprise call and song from the star of the month, yes Cupid calls in. So get ready to fall in love with this dreamy episode of Istvan’s Imaginary Podcast. Be sure to check Istvan’s Instagram for the reel re...

Let this red hot episode of Istvan’s Imaginary Podcast chase the cold away. Because on today’s show we have a tribute to our Grandpa’s as well as a surprise visit from a guest armed with a song he wrote. Istvan and Toby help him spruce up the tune and drop some verses off the top off the dome. So get ready to sing along and laugh on this wonderfully weird episode of Istvan’s Imaginary Podcast. Be sure to check Istvan’s ...

Are you hungry?. Well we sure hope so, because today we take a trip into the kitchen to tackle a big challenge. Istvan and Toby celebrate National Gluten Free Day by attempting to make one of Istvan’s favorites. Ravioli! Not only that but we get a run down of all the things planned for the new season of the show. So tuck in that napkin and make room for seconds because we are about to embark on Season 4 of Istvan’s Imag...

It’s the final episode of Season 3. We wrap up this wonderful year of shows with cookies and messages from the friends that visited us in the studio throughout the year. Thanks for joining us on our podcast journey and we hope you’ll be back here for more fun and surprises in Season 4 in 2024. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone from all of us at Istvan’s Imaginary Podcast.

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Don’t panic!. Why? Because Toby and Istvan are here to help you through Santa’s List Day. Yes December 4th is the day Santa makes out his naughty or nice list and it’s also the day to officially make out your wish list to Santa. So there is a lot of important holiday stuff to cover on the new episode of the greatest kids and family podcast on the list. Welcome!

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Put on your eating smock and grab a plate because it’s time for our annual Thanksgiving show. Istvan and Toby wonder where all the guests have gone, when an impatient phone call provides answers the mystery. Toby also shares a great easy dessert recipe and of course joins Istvan to sing their traditional holiday song. So sit back and enjoy this sweet potato Thanksgiving episode of Istvan’s Imaginary Podcast. Welcome!

Halloween was very cold in Chicagoland, but that didn’t stop Toby from trick or treating. Unfortunately his candy windfall has lead too a major stomach ache. So join us as we help get Toby feeling better and ready to do his special segment that celebrates one of out favorite mammals, the manatee. So put down that snickers bar and enjoy this sweet episode of Istvan’s Imaginary Podcast. Welcome!

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We’re so close but yet so far. From what you ask? Halloween of course. So today we cheat and celebrate a little early but only for half of the show. That gives us time for a special Celebrity Birthday, surprise guests, candy corn humor and lots more. So put on half of your Halloween costume and just say “treat” while you enjoy this special episode of the show. Welcome!

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There’s a chill in the air and Toby is not having it. Why? Because Istvan refuses to turn on the heat. Can you relate? Yes it’s the start of October and not only does that mean it’s the month of our favorite holiday but it also happens to be National Book Month. So enjoy our celebration that includes fun facts and the return of story time. So sit back and wrap yourself in your coziest blanket and enjoy this fall fest ep...

Sneak peeks of songs, a very special celebrity birthday from a galaxy far far away and a special guest are just a few of the things jam packed into today’s show. Tons of jokes and a live in studio music performance are also on the list so lock up your land speeder and say goodbye to your Aunt and Uncle because it’s time for the new episode of the greatest kids and family podcast in the galaxy. Welcome!

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Put on your elf ears, and break out your fanciest cape because we are piling in the car and heading to the Bristol Renaissance Faire!! And guess what? It’s Toby’s first time visiting this one of a kind magical destination. Hear all about it on today’s show and prepare yourself for a special surprise guest who was not happy about not being invited on the trip. So grab a giant turkey leg and a haerty cup of ale because it...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Well maybe not. If you love going back to school it is, but if you’re like most kids it can be a little scary, so we try to kick off the new school year with some serious encouragement and more than a little fun. We also celebrate one of our favorite entertainers birthdays. Yes Happy Birthday to Jack Black! All this and a special surprise visit from an old friend. So get ready t...

What’s that sound!?!Why it’s our friends the cicadas filling the air with their signature sound. Today we call our old friend Cicada to find out about the big party happening next summer, and we celebrate a little early with a favorite summer treat the creamsicle. So chase down the ice cream man and tell him to wait while we all enjoy the refreshing new episode of the latest and greatest kids and family show around. Wel...

It’s the last day of July but this trouble maker of a month still has a few tricks up it’s sleeve! Oh and a special birthday to celebrate. Yes a fanciful fruit has it’s moment in the sun, one of Istvan’s childhood influences has an epic birthday, and Toby and Alex make mischief on today’s jam packed episode. So get a bowl of your favorite cereal and sit way too close to your podcast listening device because it’s time fo...

On today’s after school special episode of the podcast Toby is hit with difficult news! A major change in his appearance is causing him great pain and Istvan steps in to help him through this difficult adjustment. After the clouds part be ready to celebrate a very special celebrity birthday segment. Because everyone’s favorite life guard, David Hasselhoff, is the man of the hour. So grab your swim suit or hop into your ...