Penn's Sunday School

But I Think It’s Just the Audience Mocking Me

Feb 26, 2026
They trade cruise stories about ports, lobster rolls, and doing shows on ships. Daily life with a broken ankle and the quirks of performing from a wheelchair come up. Vegas residencies, late night magic culture, and the business of padding a set are discussed. They also gripe about tourism, parking, resort fees, and gas-station coffee flavors.
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Shower Routine With A Broken Ankle

  • Penn describes the shower routine adapted after his broken ankle that preserves modesty and requires help from family members.
  • He recounts using a knee scooter, Moxie and Zoltan assisting to remove underwear over the boot, and nearly soaking his cast because they forgot a plastic cover.
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Cast Got Wet And Funk Foot Risk

  • Penn tells how he accidentally showered without covering his cast and immediately texted his surgeon about potential issues.
  • The surgeon warned about 'funk' from trapped moisture and advised ER if the cast disintegrates, though fiberglass likely safe.
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Doing The Show From A Wheelchair

  • Penn describes performing his live shows from a wheelchair, getting pit-crew help backstage and zipping around the stage with a joystick.
  • He notes standing ovations might be audience mockery but says shows remain on time and people often comment on the act, not the wheelchair.
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