Send us a textWhile 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 PingkThanks 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! Support the showHi 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/@heywhatspoppinpennyWe'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:
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