Getting Groundnuts
Welcome to "Getting Groundnuts," the podcast that takes you behind the scenes with the Groundnuts puppet family: Pa Kola, Ma Hazel, Coco, Cash, and Pastor! Join Grace and Hope, the co-founders of The Groundnuts Family, as they dive into the creative process of bringing these beloved characters to life. Each episode offers a unique glimpse into the artistry, storytelling, and fun that goes into crafting these Bible songs, music videos, and interactive games. ** New episodes are posted every other Saturday. ** Learn more at truegroundnuts.com.
Episodes
Faith, fun, and flow! ✨ Grace and Hope share how each Bible song compilation came together in Season 2, Episode 4. Go behind the scenes where they're sharing how they choose the song order, themes, and flow to keep every collection engaging and meaningful.
🎶 Hear how songs like Work Out Your Faith, Peace Like a River, and Let My People Go come together to blend faith, fun, and family creativity through music.
Grace and Hope go behind the mic with Pastor’s songs — “Blow the Horn” and “Delicious Words.” They share how these unique tracks came to life, from the first “silly” song idea to the challenge of writing with two memory verses. Tune in for stories about Pastor’s unforgettable ad-libs, the creative recording process, and a peek at the hilarious dream-sequence video.
Ever wondered why some songs get stuck in your head? 🎶 Grace & Hope break down the “earworms” behind your favorite Groundnuts songs in this week’s podcast episode! From classics like Peace Like a River to newer tracks like He Has Made Me Great, discover what makes these tunes so unforgettable.
✨ If you love faith-filled music, family fun, and behind-the-scenes stories from the Groundnuts puppet family, this episode is...
Getting Groundnuts Season 2 is here! 🎉
In this first episode back, Grace and Hope share what the Groundnuts family has been up to all summer: new songs, weekly social media games, and behind-the-scenes updates!
Getting Groundnuts is an audio podcast all about the Groundnuts Family—puppets, songs, lessons, and stories that point back to scripture.
Listen in and catch up with us as we kick off Season 2!
➡️ Visit truegroundnuts.com
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In the Season 1 finale of Getting Groundnuts, Grace and Hope answer your questions about the puppets, songs, and all things Groundnuts. From behind-the-scenes insights to rapid fire and “Would You Rather?” questions, this episode wraps the season with fun and reflection. Tune in for Season 2 starting this August!
In Episode 17 of Getting Groundnuts, Grace and Hope break down the making of “He’s Been Good To Me,” from Psalm 13:6, Pastor’s verse, the theme, and fun surprises along the way.
In Episode 16 of "Getting Groundnuts," titled "Behind the Beats: The Word Became Flesh," Grace and Hope discuss the unique inspiration behind their March release, reveal a fun meme cameo, and break down how the track came together. Plus, they share a special surprise for Groundnuts supporters!
In Episode 15 of "Getting Groundnuts," titled "Groundnuts Lessons," Grace and Hope share how their teaching journey began with Ma Hazel Moments and evolved into full lesson clips inspired by their songs. They highlight their first Groundnuts lesson that features a remix and preview their latest release—the Good Friday Song (Sunday’s Coming)—now available!
In Episode 14 of "Getting Groundnuts," hosts Grace and Hope dive into "Pastor's Sermon Prep." They discuss creating content for an older audience, Hope’s unexpected “Unholy” story, and why Pastor used to stay silent on social media. Plus, they break down the recording process, things to come, and how listeners can support the journey.
In Episode 13 of "Getting Groundnuts," hosts Grace and Hope break down their song "Work Out Your Faith." This high-energy rock track pushed their sound in a new direction, and Hope truly shined on it! Tune in for the story behind the song and how it all came together.
In Episode 12 of "Getting Groundnuts," hosts Grace and Hope take a lighthearted look at their filler songs—the ones they created quickly and don’t consider their best work. From rushed ideas to unexpected favorites, they reflect on the role these songs play in their songwriting process. Tune in for an honest and fun behind-the-scenes discussion!
In this episode titled, "Know Your Strengths," Grace and Hope reflect on the process of working with Hope’s kids as supporting characters in their productions. From trial and error in singing and puppetry to key takeaways on making the process smoother, they share what worked, what didn’t, and how they’ve adjusted.
In Episode 10 of "Getting Groundnuts," titled "Behind the Beats: Hope’s First Song!" hosts Grace and Hope dive into their different songwriting approaches—Grace focused on hook, while Hope leaned into storytelling. They also share how a random silly moment made the cut and reflect on creating their longest song at the time, running 3 minutes and 19 seconds. Tune in for a fun look back at this milestone!
In Episode 9, Grace and Hope dive into how they learned the 66 books of the Bible, drawing inspiration from Amazing Book. They share the creative journey behind their version, including the challenges with the original beat and hook. The duo also reveals their favorite moments of the song and their creative differences, celebrating what makes it truly special.
In this episode of "Getting Groundnuts," Grace and Hope announce the return of their creative games after a four-month hiatus to focus on writing and building up their song catalog. They reintroduce six engaging activities: Know The Emoji, Bible Word Shuffle, Name It In Three, Guess The Tea, Bible Math, and Bible Speed Racer. Join the fun as they share how these games connect creativity and learning in their mission to te...
In Episode 7 of "Getting Groundnuts," titled "Behind the Beats: The Breakout Star," hosts Grace and Hope shine a spotlight on The Pastor, a puppet character who made his debut in "Think of These Things (Philippians 4:8)" and later appeared in "The Lord’s Prayer." Originally a last-minute addition, The Pastor is now stepping into the spotlight with his very own Christmas solo, "A Little B...
In Episode 6, Grace and Hope share their favorite Christmas songs and dive into their unique songwriting styles. Grace introduces "I’ve Come To Worship Him," while Hope presents "A Little Baby." Celebrate the season and stay tuned for Grace's song debuting on December 14 and Hope's song on December 21!
▶️ Listen to the "Hear Us" Audiobook: https://youtu.be/VL-QEF6GYKY
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In Episode 5, Grace and Hope share the journey behind creating "12 Disciples," their first Groundnuts children's book. They discuss how the project evolved from a video scrapbook concept into a real book tied to their latest song of the same name. Grace reflects on her experience as a poet and author, how her past books and resources helped the process, and their plans to post audiobooks of her earlier works.
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The bonus content of the Getting Groundnuts Podcast features the audiobook "More Than Extra: An Illustrated Memory" by G. Deeya, performed by the author. As previously mentioned in Ep. 5 of Getting Groundnuts, this work combines poetry with illustrations to tell a heartwarming true story about the extent of a child's love.
The bonus content of the Getting Groundnuts Podcast features the audiobook of "Hear Us: An Illustrated Poem" by G. Deeya, performed by the author. As previously mentioned in Ep. 5 of Getting Groundnuts, this work combines poetry with illustrations about how the wonder of Christmas all began with a baby boy.
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