What's Poppin' Penny?

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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 Buddies watch on YouTube. Nicole is the face you'll see, bringing each episode to life with her own hands, expression, and connection to the Deaf community.
Every Brownstone Buddy deserves access. Our Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and non-verbal friends and their Trusted Adults should never miss a single pop. ASL is the third most used language in the United States — a language that empowers children with Down Syndrome, preverbal toddlers, and so many more. When a child has the tools to communicate, they flourish.
Welcome to the family, Hanna and Nicole!
#WhatsPoppin #BrownstoneBuddies #ASL #AmericanSignLanguage #DeafKids #InclusiveKidsContent #SignLanguage #PodcastToASL 
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Help bring our first picture book Bear Hugs to life—illustrated by Chaz Bottoms of Netflix, Hair Love, Sesame Street, and much, much more! Books, like podcasts, are lean-in learning experiences that build listening skills and empathy. Support independent creators and shop our website today. 💛
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Hi Trusted Adults! 💛 It’s me, Penny! Did you know my show is made by a grandma who used to be a preschool teacher? If your Brownstone Buddy loves our adventures, you can help turn them into picture books! 🌟 Thanks for listening and sharing—your support makes the magic pop! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2256958/supporters/new

Love Penny? Take Her Home!
T-shirts, stickers, teddy bears, and more—your purchase keeps What’s Poppin’ Penny? free for families and fuels our next adventures. Visit www.whatspoppinpenny.com and shop today to be part of Penny’s story! 
Coming Soon!  Thank You for Making Our First Book Possible:
CHARLIE BIRNEY, LANEE BLAISE, JOHNNIE KORNEGAY III, BOBBI OWENS, PAUL KRONK, ALISHA SANTIAGO, DRIPPING IN BLACK PODCAST, LISA WOOLFORK, STEPHEN A. HART, MEG LEWIS, KRISTEN KIM, CHRIS COCHRAN, KRYSTAL HILL, PATRICK EATON, REBECCA KENNEDY, STEPHANIE COLE, ROSSANNA WRIGHT!

Grown-ups, thanks for listening to our show!  Great news! What's Poppin' Penny? is now available on YouTube Podcast!   https://youtube.com/@heywhatspoppinpenny

We'd love to hear from you. Let us know how you liked the episode or ideas for future episodes, or tell us about your multigenerational family experience.
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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 big feelings alongside segments from Smash Boom Best podcast and Koala Moon podcast. Together, we dive into the emotions of fear and bravery—two feelings that go hand in hand and every kid experiences.
Plus, exciting news! The What's Poppin' Penny YouTube channel will soon feature ASL versions of our episodes, hosted by Miss Nicole from the Deaf community with certified ASL interpreter Miss Hanna. Subscribe at heywhatspoppinpenny to stay updated!
After listening, search for Big Emotions wherever you get your podcasts to enjoy the full series.
Perfect for: Kids ages 4-8 and their grown-ups who love talking about feelings
Featured in this episode: Fear, Bravery, Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence
Subscribe to What's Poppin' Penny and share with friends who love exploring big emotions!
Help bring our first picture book Bear Hugs to life—illustrated by Chaz Bottoms of Netflix, Hair Love, Sesame Street, and much, much more! Books, like podcasts, are lean-in learning experiences that build listening skills and empathy. Support independent creators and shop our website today. 💛
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Hi Trusted Adults! 💛 It’s me, Penny! Did you know my show is made by a grandma who used to be a preschool teacher? If your Brownstone Buddy loves our adventures, you can help turn them into picture books! 🌟 Thanks for listening and sharing—your support makes the magic pop! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2256958/supporters/new

Love Penny? Take Her Home!
T-shirts, stickers, teddy bears, and more—your purchase keeps What’s Poppin’ Penny? free for families and fuels our next adventures. Visit www.whatspoppinpenny.com and shop today to be part of Penny’s story! 
Coming Soon!  Thank You for Making Our First Book Possible:
CHARLIE BIRNEY, LANEE BLAISE, JOHNNIE KORNEGAY III, BOBBI OWENS, PAUL KRONK, ALISHA SANTIAGO, DRIPPING IN BLACK PODCAST, LISA WOOLFORK, STEPHEN A. HART, MEG LEWIS, KRISTEN KIM, CHRIS COCHRAN, KRYSTAL HILL, PATRICK EATON, REBECCA KENNEDY, STEPHANIE COLE, ROSSANNA WRIGHT!

Grown-ups, thanks for listening to our show!  Great news! What's Poppin' Penny? is now available on YouTube Podcast!   https://youtube.com/@heywhatspoppinpenny

We'd love to hear from you. Let us know how you liked the episode or ideas for future episodes, or tell us about your multigenerational family experience.
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: HeyWhatsPoppinPenny

We appreciate each and every one of you, Brownston...

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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 for another try? Tune in to find out in this uplifting episode of Penny Power!

Hi there, Trusted Adult!
If you and your Brownstone Buddy would like to explore more books about this episode's topics, here are a few we think you might like: The Power of Yet by Maryann Cocca- Leffler, The Biggest Mistake by Camilla Pintonato,  Wilma Unlimited by Kathleen Krull,  Amy Wu and the Perfect Bao by Kat Zhang, Jabari Tries by Gaia Cornwall, the King of Kindergarten by Derrick Barnes, Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry, Mae Among the Stars by Roda Ahmed
Help bring our first picture book Bear Hugs to life—illustrated by Chaz Bottoms of Netflix, Hair Love, Sesame Street, and much, much more! Books, like podcasts, are lean-in learning experiences that build listening skills and empathy. Support independent creators and shop our website today. 💛
Support the show
Hi Trusted Adults! 💛 It’s me, Penny! Did you know my show is made by a grandma who used to be a preschool teacher? If your Brownstone Buddy loves our adventures, you can help turn them into picture books! 🌟 Thanks for listening and sharing—your support makes the magic pop! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2256958/supporters/new

Love Penny? Take Her Home!
T-shirts, stickers, teddy bears, and more—your purchase keeps What’s Poppin’ Penny? free for families and fuels our next adventures. Visit www.whatspoppinpenny.com and shop today to be part of Penny’s story! 
Coming Soon!  Thank You for Making Our First Book Possible:
CHARLIE BIRNEY, LANEE BLAISE, JOHNNIE KORNEGAY III, BOBBI OWENS, PAUL KRONK, ALISHA SANTIAGO, DRIPPING IN BLACK PODCAST, LISA WOOLFORK, STEPHEN A. HART, MEG LEWIS, KRISTEN KIM, CHRIS COCHRAN, KRYSTAL HILL, PATRICK EATON, REBECCA KENNEDY, STEPHANIE COLE, ROSSANNA WRIGHT!

Grown-ups, thanks for listening to our show!  Great news! What's Poppin' Penny? is now available on YouTube Podcast!   https://youtube.com/@heywhatspoppinpenny

We'd love to hear from you. Let us know how you liked the episode or ideas for future episodes, or tell us about your multigenerational family experience.
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: HeyWhatsPoppinPenny

We appreciate each and every one of you, Brownston...

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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 discovers the power of combining passion with practice and perseverance.
Just like little kittens who practice leaping from small puffs to countertops, Penny realizes that with time, effort, and never giving up, little girls can achieve big things. Penny Power is a gentle reminder for Brownstone Buddies everywhere that every step forward is part of the journey!
Tune in and be part of the magic!

Hi there Trusted Adult!
If you and your Brownstone Buddy would like to explore more books about this episode's topics, here are a few we think you might like: The Power of Yet by Maryann Cocca- Leffler, The Biggest Mistake by Camilla Pintonato,  Wilma Unlimited by Kathleen Krull,  Amy Wu and the Perfect Bao by Kat Zhang, Jabari Tries by Gaia Cornwall, the King of Kindergarten by Derrick Barnes, Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry, Mae Among the Stars by Roda Ahmed
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Hi Trusted Adults! 💛 It’s me, Penny! Did you know my show is made by a grandma who used to be a preschool teacher? If your Brownstone Buddy loves our adventures, you can help turn them into picture books! 🌟 Thanks for listening and sharing—your support makes the magic pop! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2256958/supporters/new

Love Penny? Take Her Home!
T-shirts, stickers, teddy bears, and more—your purchase keeps What’s Poppin’ Penny? free for families and fuels our next adventures. Visit www.whatspoppinpenny.com and shop today to be part of Penny’s story! 
Coming Soon!  Thank You for Making Our First Book Possible:
CHARLIE BIRNEY, LANEE BLAISE, JOHNNIE KORNEGAY III, BOBBI OWENS, PAUL KRONK, ALISHA SANTIAGO, DRIPPING IN BLACK PODCAST, LISA WOOLFORK, STEPHEN A. HART, MEG LEWIS, KRISTEN KIM, CHRIS COCHRAN, KRYSTAL HILL, PATRICK EATON, REBECCA KENNEDY, STEPHANIE COLE, ROSSANNA WRIGHT!

Grown-ups, thanks for listening to our show!  Great news! What's Poppin' Penny? is now available on YouTube Podcast!   https://youtube.com/@heywhatspoppinpenny

We'd love to hear from you. Let us know how you liked the episode or ideas for future episodes, or tell us about your multigenerational family experience.
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: HeyWhatsPoppinPenny

We appreciate each and every one of you, Brownston...

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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 her hope and determination.
This episode features guest appearances by Rebecca Cunningham, award-winning writer and CEO of Cordelia Studios, Nidhi R. Mehta, an Indian-American writer celebrated for her award-winning podcasts and TV shows, and Michael MejiaMendez, a gifted actor and singer who has become a beloved part of the What’s Poppin’ Penny? family.
Tune in for a story filled with magical moments, meaningful connections, and the warmth of community—even on a rainy day. Perfect for listeners of all ages who believe in the power of hope, kindness, and a little bit of magic.

Hi there, Trusted Adult!
If you and your Brownstone Buddy would like to explore more books about this episode's topics, here are a few we think you might like: The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats, Hanukkah Bear by Eric A. Kimmel, Our Favorite Day of the Year by A.E. Ali,  He's Got the Whole World in His Hands by Kadir Nelson, Tree of Cranes, by Allen Say, Countdown for Nochebuena by Adriana Hernandez Bergstrom,  Samurai Santa: A Very Ninja Christmas by Rubin Pingk
Thanks for listening and subscribing to our YouTube channel. You've made our first two seasons a tremendous success! From our family to yours, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 

Help bring our first picture book Bear Hugs to life—illustrated by Chaz Bottoms of Netflix, Hair Love, Sesame Street, and much, much more! Books, like podcasts, are lean-in learning experiences that build listening skills and empathy. Support independent creators and shop our website today. 💛
Support the show
Hi Trusted Adults! 💛 It’s me, Penny! Did you know my show is made by a grandma who used to be a preschool teacher? If your Brownstone Buddy loves our adventures, you can help turn them into picture books! 🌟 Thanks for listening and sharing—your support makes the magic pop! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2256958/supporters/new

Love Penny? Take Her Home!
T-shirts, stickers, teddy bears, and more—your purchase keeps What’s Poppin’ Penny? free for families and fuels our next adventures. Visit www.whatspoppinpenny.com and shop today to be part of Penny’s story! 
Coming Soon!  Thank You for Making Our First Book Possible:
CHARLIE BIRNEY, LANEE BLAISE, JOHNNIE KORNEGAY III, BOBBI OWENS, PAUL KRONK, ALISHA SANTIAGO, DRIPPING IN BLACK PODCAST, LISA WOOLFORK, STEPHEN A. HART, MEG LEWIS, KRISTEN KIM, CHRIS COCHRAN, KRYSTAL HILL, PATRICK EATON, REBECCA KENNEDY, STEPHANIE COLE, ROSSANNA WRIGHT!

Grown-ups, thanks for listening to our show!  Great news! What's Poppin' Penny? is now available on YouTube Podcast!   https://youtube.com/@heywhatspoppinpenny

We'd love to hear from you. Let us know how you liked the episode or ideas for future episodes, or tell us about your multigenerational family experience.
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: HeyWhatsPoppinPenny

We appreciate each and every one of you, Brownston...