What's Poppin' Penny?

Send us Fan Mail Brownstone Buddies meet Hanna Weiss, ASL Interpreter for What's Poppin' Penny? What's Poppin' Penny? is thrilled to introduce our brand-new Podcast to ASL project! Hanna Weiss, our ASL Interpreter, listens to each episode and interprets it into ASL, then sends it to Nicole Baldwin — a proud member of the Deaf community — who creates the video your Brownstone Bu...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Valentine's Day, Brownstone Buddies! 💝 This week, we're sharing something extra special—a Valentine's gift just for you! Penny joins forces with podcasters from across the Kids Listen network for Fear and Bravery - Part 1 , an episode from the new Big Emotions: Kids Listen Mash-Ups About Feelings series. In this collaboration, you'll hear Penny explore b...

Send us Fan Mail The adventure continues as Penny and her family head to their favorite indoor bounce house playground—Bounce Town! With colorful slides, bouncy obstacle courses, and endless giggles, the day is full of fun. But when Grandma Spicy encourages Penny to try something new, things don’t go quite as planned. Will Penny let a little setback stop her, or will she persevere and bounce back...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartwarming episode of What’s Poppin’ Penny? , Penny sets her sights on learning a brand-new skill—but quickly discovers it’s not as easy as it looks. With encouragement from her magical teddy bear, T.A., and her wise, talking cat, Penelepaw, Penny learns that passion alone isn’t enough to reach a goal. Through a sweet lesson (and a few tumbles along the way!), Penny disc...

Send us Fan Mail While walking home on a rainy day, Penny and her grandmother, Spicy, encounter some of their favorite neighbors and take the time to get to know them better. Along the way, a mishap strikes: Penny loses T.A., her magical teddy bear, before she can recite the special poem that brings him to life. Feeling worried and uncertain, Penny finds comfort in a heartfelt prayer that renews h...

Send us Fan Mail 🎄✨ What’s Poppin’ Penny? is thrilled to bring back a fan-favorite holiday episode! With her magical teddy bear, T.A., by her side, Penny experiences the warmth and wonder of Christmas Eve church services with her grandmother, Spicy. The evening is filled with beautiful hymns, inspiring messages, and a sense of community. Meanwhile, back at home, her dad, Jabari, and her mom, Zoe...

Send us Fan Mail Zoe is learning the delicate art of setting boundaries, even when it doesn’t feel great, while Penny is having a Contrary kind of day! Luckily, Spicy is there to offer Zoe encouragement and wisdom from her years as an early childhood educator. Meanwhile, T.A. helps Penny navigate her big feelings with the story of Contrary Perry —a little platypus who turns a day of mischief into...

Send us Fan Mail It’s Saturday morning, and Zoe is tidying up for Family Fun Day while Penny, feeling Contrary, sneaks a treat she knows she shouldn’t. Join this heartwarming adventure filled with giggles, lessons, and love as Penny and Zoe navigate the tug-of-war between mischief and self-regulation. Perfect for all ages! Hi there, Trusted Adult! If you and your Brownstone Buddy would like to exp...

Send us Fan Mail Penny and her dad, Jabari, are spending a fun-filled day at the big park! She even picks out her most special fancy shoes for the occasion, ready to play in style. But when Cousin DeAnne shows up, daring her to a race to the park, Penny realizes her fancy shoes aren’t as race-ready as she’d hoped. Every step becomes a little harder, and the fun feels just out of reach. Thankfully,...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartwarming episode, Penny's dad, Jabari, surprises her with a Saturday family fun day that starts the moment he gently wakes her up. From helping her get dressed and brushing her teeth to packing her backpack with her favorite outdoor toys, Jabari has thought of everything! Together, they head to the big park, where adventures await—especially since T.A., Penny’s ma...

Send us Fan Mail Cousin DeAnne, being a bit older, wants to watch the spooky movie The Zombie Ranger , but Penny feels anxious even watching the trailer! But have no fear—T.A., Penny's magical teddy bear, is here to help Penny identify her feelings and introduce her to the 3-3-3 Rule, a simple SEL (social-emotional learning) tool for managing anxiety. This episode offers a relatable way for y...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Season 2 of our podcast! In this episode, "Spooky Scary Funny," Penny's cousin DeAnne arrives for a special sleepover and family movie night.  Featuring special guests: Seylah as Cousin DeAnne., bringing excitement and fun to this super fun episode. Remember to click on Spooky Scary Funny (pt.2) to hear the rest of our story. Hi there, Trusted Adult! If y...

Send us Fan Mail It's Juneteenth, and Penny's family arrives at Grandpa T.A.'s family farm, ready to join the rest of the family in a joyous celebration and reunion. This special episode is packed with heartwarming moments and star-studded appearances that will make it truly unforgettable. Meet our special guests: Renè Henry (Love in a Different Key), actor and grand niece of Americ...

Send us Fan Mail Brownstone Buddies and Trusted Adults! Thank you for joining us for our first-ever three-part episode! This unique family adventure was so grand, we couldn't contain it within just two episodes. Get ready for an adventure like no other! In this magical journey, with the help of her enchanted quilt and T.A.'s teddy bear, the clock turns back, and Great Aunt Jessie is tran...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartwarming Juneteenth special, Penny, T.A., Grandma Spicy, and her parents leave the bustling Big City behind to visit T.A.'s family farm in the charming southern town of AlaTenneExas, T.A.'s hometown. Join Penny, our favorite little girl with brown skin and curly hair, as she embarks on magical adventures and discovers her family's rich history in this sp...

Send us Fan Mail While walking home on a rainy day, Penny and Spicy come across some of their favorite neighbors and get to know them better. However, Penny loses T.A. before she can recite the poem that would transform him into a magical talking bear.  Penny finds hope in a prayer. Hi there Trusted Adult! If you and your Brownstone Buddy would like to explore more books about this episode's...

Send us Fan Mail It's December already, and the holiday season is upon us!  Penny is curious about the religious beliefs of her loved ones, as she has some questions about religion. She and her tiny teddy, T.A., attend the Christmas Eve church services with Spicy while Jabari and Zoe prepare for the Kwanzaa celebration at the community center in their neighborhood. Remember to click on What D...

Send us Fan Mail The Wright family knows no goal is too big when you have the support of your loved ones. It takes time to learn to go potty, and Penny is learning that she's sure to succeed with practice, patience, and a little help from her family! Hi there Trusted Adult! If you and your Brownstone Buddy would like to read more books about amazing preschoolers and their families check out t...

Send us Fan Mail Penny and her Daddy, Jabari, dress up for her Mommy, Zoe's,  special day at the community art center! T.A. helps Penny learn that practice makes perfect. Remember to click on The Potty Time Pause (pt.2) to hear the rest of our story. Hi there, Trusted Adult! If you and your Brownstone Buddy would like to read more books about amazing preschoolers and their families, check out...

Send us Fan Mail It's the Brownstone Buddies versus Mommy in a game of senses! The Brownstone Buddies play a game with Zoe that involves using the five senses, while Penny learns an important lesson about kitchen safety. Hi there Trusted Adult! If you and your Brownstone Buddy would like to read more about the five senses check out these amazing books: Marvelous Mary: Deaf With Cochlear Impla...

Send us Fan Mail Penelepaw urgently wakes up Penny and T.A. before dawn breaks to deliver crucial news that can't wait. The trio heads to the kitchen, where they play a guessing game with Mommy using their five senses. Join the Brownstone Buddies and play along! Remember to click on The Five Senses Game (pt.2) to hear the rest of our story.   Hi there, Trusted Adult! If you and your Brownston...

Send us Fan Mail Penny plays with her magical teddy bear, T.A., before visiting her grandma, Spicy, for some homemade cake. The recipe has been in the family for generations, and the visit becomes a history lesson about her family's treasures. Hi there, Trusted Adult! If you would like more resources to help talk to your Brownstone Buddy about Gratitude and Family Treasures check out these bo...

Send us Fan Mail Watch out, Penelepaw!  Penny and her magical teddy bear, T.A., are playing a game of bounce, bounce, pop, jumping on the bed, pretending to be hot, buttery popcorn kernels! This family fun day includes a conversation as T.A. and Penny explore feelings of thankfulness and gratitude. Remember to click on A Gift From the Ancestors (pt.2) to hear the rest of our story. Hi there, Trust...

Send us Fan Mail During a game of hide-and-seek, a chance encounter with a box of her grandpa's old things brings her a magical surprise. T.A. helps her learn that grieving is a process. Hi there, Trusted Adult! If you would like more resources to help talk to your Brownstone Buddy about grief check out these books: What Does Grief Feel Like by Korie Leigh, Ph. D., Lost In The Clouds by Tom T...

Send us Fan Mail Penny Wright is a preschooler who lives in a multi-generational household. Her life takes a magical turn when she finds a teddy bear in a box of her grandfather's belongings during a game of hide-and-seek with her grandmother, Spicy.  Thanks to a familial poem her grandfather taught her, Penny learns that when your past is just your beginning...your ancestor's gifts can...