On today's show Shannon welcomes Matt Asner from The Ed Asner Family Center to discuss this year's It's a Wonderful Life table read. This event will be held on December 14th and benefits the programs at TEAFC, including their renowned day program. This year's cast features Ben Stiller, Michael Shannon, Martin Short and several of the cast members of Love on the Spectrum. Virtual tickets for the event can be purchased at https://teafc.org/events/wonderful-life/#stream-tickets-anchor

Later in the show Shannon welcomes Lauren DeVillier, CEO of Exceptional Minds. Exceptional Minds is getting ready to celebrate its 15th year in 2026. Lauren shares some of the exciting updates including their new partnership with Cartoon Network Studios and how you can participate in their end-of-year giving drive. For more information on Exceptional Minds visit: https://exceptional-minds.org

On Today's show Shannon welcomes Chelsea Darnell 2025 recipient of the Lending Your Voice Award to talk about Epic Players' December 10th performance of "Once Upon a Cabaret" – A Disney Themed Celebration of Inclusion and Talent at Barnsdall Art Theatre, featuring the Epic Players and special guests Kristen Bell and Josh Gad. To purchase tickets for the event visit https://givebutter.com/epiclacabaret.

Join us at 10 am as Shannon presents more award winning toys in this year's Festival of Toys!