Hey there, Brownstone Buddies and Trusted Adults!

We’re bouncing with excitement to share some BIG news—What’s Poppin’ Penny? is now streaming for free on the amazing Yoto Player and Yoto Mini! That’s right—your favorite podcast for kids 3 and up is joining the Yoto family!

And to celebrate, we’ve just released a brand-new episode called “Penny Power”—a story all about practicing, persevering, and bouncing back when things don’t go as planned. Perfect for little listeners growing big feelings!

What Is Yoto?

If you’re new to Yoto (pronounced Yoh-toh), let us introduce you to your new favorite screen-free sidekick. The Yoto Player and Yoto Mini are carefully connected audio players designed just for kids—without any screens, microphones, cameras, or ads. Yep, that means your child can safely explore audio content on their own without stumbling into anything you wouldn’t want them to hear.

Inspired by Montessori principles, Yoto puts the power in kids' hands—literally! They pop in a physical audio card and poof—their story, song, or podcast begins to play. Independence, creativity, and confidence grow with every press of a button.

Why We’re So Excited to Be on Yoto

At What’s Poppin’ Penny?, we believe in nurturing emotional intelligence, building strong family bonds, and encouraging curiosity through joyful storytelling. With episodes designed using Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) and packed with social-emotional learning (SEL) moments, our stories are crafted with care for kids 3+ and the Trusted Adults who love them.

Now that we’re streaming on Yoto, families can experience our podcast in a whole new way—with the same fun, heart, and giggles, now through a magical, kid-controlled speaker. No app scrolling, no adult hovering—just easy, engaging, and safe listening.

Benefits Parents Love:

Here’s why families are loving this new pairing:

For Parents:

• Safe, Ad-Free Content: Peace of mind knowing your child won’t hear anything they’re not ready for.

• No Screens Needed: Reduce screen time without reducing fun or learning!

• Independent Play: Perfect for quiet time, car rides, or winding down after school.

• Easy to Use: Even little hands can work the Yoto Player and Yoto Mini with ease.

• Podcast with Purpose: Every episode of What’s Poppin’ Penny? is rooted in SEL—helping your child name their feelings, navigate friendships, and celebrate who they are.

For Kids:

• Magical Stories & Music: From Penny’s magical teddy bear to her talking cat, Penelepaw, every adventure inspires imagination.

• Learn Through Play: Audio storytelling encourages listening skills, vocabulary growth, and empathy.

• You’re in Charge: Kids love being the boss of their own listening journey!

Let’s Celebrate with “Penny Power”!

Don’t forget to check out our newest episode, “Penny Power,” where Penny learns that passion, practice, and perseverance go paw in paw—just like kittens learning to jump! It’s a perfect reminder that every big skill starts with small steps.

How to Listen:

You can now find What’s Poppin’ Penny? on:

• Yoto Player & Yoto Mini

• Apple Podcasts

• Spotify

• YouTube Podcasts

• And everywhere else podcasts are streamed!

Whether you’re new to our show or have been a Brownstone Buddy from the beginning, we’re so happy to be part of your family’s listening routine. With Yoto and What’s Poppin’ Penny?, your little one’s imagination is in great hands.

Thanks for listening—and for helping us grow, one magical moment at a time.

With love,
Toni Kennedy