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On Tuesdays and Fridays The Moth’s podcast feed presents episodes of the Peabody-Award Winning Moth Radio Hour and original episodes of The Moth Podcast. Since its launch in 1997, The Moth has presented thousands of true stories, told live and without notes, to standing-room-only crowds worldwide. Moth storytellers stand alone, under a spotlight, with only a microphone and a roomful of strangers. The storyteller and the audience embark on a high-wire act of shared experience which is both terrifying and exhilarating. Since 2008, The Moth podcast has featured many of our favorite stories told live on Moth stages around the country. For information on all of our programs and live events, visit themoth.org.

On Tuesdays and Fridays The Moth’s podcast feed presents episodes of the Peabody-Award Winning Moth Radio Hour and original episodes of The Moth Podcast. Since its launch in 1997, The Moth has presented thousands of true stories, told live and without notes, to standing-room-only crowds worldwide. Moth storytellers stand alone, under a spotlight, with only a microphone and a roomful of strangers. The storyteller and the audience embark on a high-wire act of shared experience which is both terrifying and exhilarating. Since 2008, The Moth podcast has featured many of our favorite stories told live on Moth stages around the country. For information on all of our programs and live events, visit themoth.org.

 

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#214

The Moth Radio Hour: The Games We Play

In this hour: win, lose or draw! Stories of competition and play. Family pranks, high school Latin, college track, and the need for approval. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Joey Garfield is invited to play with the cool kids. Tod Kelly seeks justice for a decades-old prank.Romy Negrin and her Latin Club compete in the highest division.Tahmin Ullah risks her relationship with her mom when she takes up running. Abhishek Shah hatches a plan to win over his fiancée's family. Podcast # 674 ... Read more

10 Sep 2024

53 MINS

53:30

10 Sep 2024

#213

The Moth Radio Hour: Live from Anchorage

This week, a special episode of The Moth Radio Hour—featuring a live Mainstage show from Anchorage, Alaska. Family ties, king salmon, and cheese. Hosted by Jacoby Cochran with additional hosting by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: For the first time in his life, Lamar Sloss feels in over his head.  Poet Laureate of Wisconsin, Dasha Kelly Hamilton, makes a move. Monica Woo contends with the loss of her brother. Podcast # 883 ... Read more

03 Sep 2024

53 MINS

53:28

03 Sep 2024

#212

The Moth Podcast: We're Going To Disney World!

In honor of summer vacation, this episode we’re heeding the advice of innumerable super bowl winners and taking a trip to Disney World, with three stories all about the magic kingdom, and the complex emotions that arise when we visit a place of fantasy and forced wonder. Host:  Kate Tellers Storytellers: Sara Rae Lancaster’s grandfather takes one last trip to Disney World.Michelle Ephraim takes her parents to Disney’s Haunted Mansion, and learns a little something about them.Jessi Klein is reluctant to attend her sister's wedding in Disney World. ... Read more

30 Aug 2024

34 MINS

34:10

30 Aug 2024

#211

The Moth Radio Hour: Put to the Test

In this hour, stories of testing one's own limitations and discovering new wells of strength and resolve. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Living on the 44th floor, Lucy Danser has to face her fear of elevators.  Albert Fox Cahn finds unexpected motivation to turn his health crisis around.  Quratulain Fatima grows up refusing to take no for an answer. Tim FitzHigham takes on 10 world record holders.  Podcast # 679 ... Read more

27 Aug 2024

53 MINS

53:29

27 Aug 2024

#210

The Moth Radio Hour: Cringeworthy

The Germans have a word for second-hand embarrassment -- Fremdschämen! This hour may have you blushing on our storytellers' behalves. Wince-worthy moments from the halls of academia to a foreign train station, and a reminder to ALWAYS check who you're emailing before you hit "send." This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers:  Marissa sees more of her mother than she'd like at her dissertation defense.  Azhar Bawde-Ali creates an embarrassing situation over e-mail. On his way to a meeting at Warner Bros., Gbenga Akinnagbe ends up stranded on the side of a mountain. Joanne Richards has trouble saying "no." Wendy Suzuki describes her relationship to her emotions as "a struggle for control." ... Read more

20 Aug 2024

53 MINS

53:28

20 Aug 2024

#209

The Moth Podcast: Instrumental

On this episode, we celebrate musicians with two stories about learning to play an instrument. Plus, we feature some music by Mazz Swift, recorded at a recent Moth Mainstage. Host: Michelle Jalowski Storytellers: Alistair Bane learns to play the guitar from a punk musician. Mari Black performs in a fiddle contest as a 6-year-old. ... Read more

16 Aug 2024

22 MINS

22:20

16 Aug 2024

#208

The Moth Radio Hour: Not What They Seem

In this hour, tales that remind us that looks can be deceiving. Disguises, surprises from strangers, and reckoning with one's own identity. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Phill Branch designs his own suit for prom.Raabia Wazir leaves KY to take a job at Muslim Civil Rights Organization in DC.Jean le Bec begins to feel a sense of community at her local pool.Micheal Devlin rescues a sheep in a field in  Ireland.Jim Giaccone searches for his brother in the rubble of the Twin Towers. Podcast: 693 ... Read more

13 Aug 2024

53 MINS

53:32

13 Aug 2024

#207

The Moth Radio Hour: Confidence Game

Hold on to your wallets, SSNs, and test papers. This episode is all about scams, schemes, and con artists. Student hijinx, famous grifts, monkey business, and the word of God. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of this radio show. Storytellers: Abigail Ladd runs a con in elementary school. Tonya Camille and her sister use their physical similarities to their advantage. Pete Goldfinger experiences a famous scandal firsthand. Gayliene Omary has a run in with a scammer of the heart. Maria Corrales confronts a con in the animal kingdom. Chiwoza Bandawe receives the word of God, courtesy of a shady acquaintance.  Podcast: 879 ... Read more

06 Aug 2024

53 MINS

53:29

06 Aug 2024

#206

The Moth Podcast: The Olympics with Aimee Mullins

In this special episode, we celebrate four weeks of competition, daring, and perseverance by sharing three stories all about the Olympics. Hosted by actor, storyteller, and Olympian Aimee Mullins, we'll explore the joy of marching in the opening ceremony, the strange pull of Kristi Yamaguchi, and the indomitable nature of the Olympic spirit.Host:Aimee MullinsStorytellers:Juliet Hochman trains for the Olympics, and finds support in her family.Mandy Hu realizes something profound about herself when she watches Kristi Yamaguchi on television.Aimee Mullins explores her changing relationship with her prosthetic legs. ... Read more

02 Aug 2024

33 MINS

33:59

02 Aug 2024

#205

The Moth Radio Hour: Everything's Bigger in Texas

In this hour, stories live on Moth stages around the Lone Star State - Everything’s Bigger in Texas. This hour is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Alyssa Ladd attempts to be the "best Christian" at her Evangelical summer camp. Chris Gorman adopts a dog that's been marked "unwanted." At 12 years old, Robert Holguin infiltrates a NASA press conference. Christopher Scott's life is changed forever when he answers a friend’s call for help. ... Read more

30 Jul 2024

53 MINS

53:31

30 Jul 2024

#204

The Moth Radio Hour: Second Acts

In this hour, stories of do-overs, golden years, and new takes. One-more-chance—at work, in love, through art. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Curatorial Producer, Suzanne Rust. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Jamal Joseph is tasked with putting on a play in prison.  After not working for almost 2 decades, Neerja Kapoor takes on an unexpected job. Craig Mangum and his girlfriend have more in common than anticipated.  Rhonda Sternberg describes dating "while old." After losing her father, Blessing Omakwu has a crisis of faith.  ... Read more

23 Jul 2024

53 MINS

53:28

23 Jul 2024

#203

The Moth Podcast: Moon Landing Anniversary

In this special episode, we celebrate the 55th anniversary of the moon landing with some of our favorite stories all about space. Hosted by educator, storyteller, and astronaut Leland Melvin, we'll visit NASA training camp, the Hubble telescope, Pluto, and everywhere in between.Host:Leland MelvinStorytellers:Mike Massimino details his high stakes mission to repair the Hubble Space Telescope.Cathy Olkin must troubleshoot a problem more than 4 billion miles away.Leland Melvin suffers a devastating injury that seemingly cuts short his dream of flying in space. Podcast: 876 ... Read more

19 Jul 2024

48 MINS

48:05

19 Jul 2024

#202

The Moth Radio Hour: Voicing Tough Truths

In this hour, tellers who tell the truth and nothing but the truth, even when it's hard. Finding the right words in front of the president, in the face of the patriarchy, during a shocking encounter, and to pass on knowledge. This hour is hosted by Moth Artistic Director, Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: David Litt channels his alter ego, "Lips," while working as a presidential speechwriter. Nimisha Ladva sees the subtle ways her mother defies the patriarchal structure of her extended family. Alexis Barton learns nothing good happens after midnight. Sharon Salzberg's meditation teacher encourages her to use her voice and past experience to help others Podcast: 657 ... Read more

16 Jul 2024

53 MINS

53:24

16 Jul 2024

#201

Special Announcement: The Moth's Mainstage Tour Dates!

If you enjoy the stories you hear on The Moth Podcast then come experience the magic of true stories told live in person at a Moth Mainstage show near you! The Moth Mainstage features five storytellers and a notable host who all share true tales–centered on a common theme—live and without notes!  Tickets are on sale now at [themoth.org/mainstage] (http://themoth.org/mainstage)   Tour stops include Martha's Vineyard, New York City, Manhattan, Toronto, New Haven, London, Iowa City, Tampa, Boston, Honolulu, Fort Collins, Fargo, Princeton, Austin, Atlanta, Nairobi, Portland, and Chicago with first-time stops in East Hampton, New York and Bismarck, North Dakota!  "When it comes to engaging and brilliant storytelling, The Moth never disappoints." — Forbes “[The stories] range from touching to just plain hilarious.” — GQ Australia ... Read more

12 Jul 2024

04 MINS

04:11

12 Jul 2024