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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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#215

The Moth Radio Hour: Beef

This week on The Moth Radio Hour: stories of beef! Petty grievances to full blown rivalries. At work, over the phone, and, of course, online. This episode is hosted by Moth Director Chloe Salmon. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Lori Tucker-Sullivan begins getting a series of strange phone calls. 18 year old Morgan Balavage is betrayed by a friend/coworker.  Matthew Trenda gets into a war of words with an internet stranger.  Diego Aguirre finds it difficult to be both angry at the world and a dog owner.  Podcast # 903 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

7 hrs Ago

58 MINS

58:01

7 hrs Ago

#214

The Moth Podcast: Putting on our Dancing Shoes

On this episode - we’ll put on our dance shoes, we’ll find our pelvis, and we’ll find the joy and the self-expression that anybody, at any age, can get from dance. This episode is hosted by Blaze Ferrer.  Storytellers: Katie Rivard finds herself through dance.  Jessica Ribera lives out her dreams as an understudy. Podcast # 902 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

17 Jan 2025

19 MINS

19:23

17 Jan 2025

#213

The Moth Radio Hour: Birds of a Feather

Let the feathers fly! This week, a special avian hour. Stories from a Ravenmaster, a scientist, and a reluctant chicken farmer about the birds that made them as happy as a lark or as crazy as a loon. This episode is hosted by The Moth's former Artistic Director, Catherine Burns, and her parrot, Hamilton. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers:  The Ravenmaster at the Tower of London, Christopher Skaife, has a tough first day. Dame Wilburn and her wife decide to raise chickens in Detroit. Research scientist Irene Pepperburg forms a 30-year bond with a parrot named Alex. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

14 Jan 2025

58 MINS

58:01

14 Jan 2025

#212

The Moth Radio Hour: Live from Johannesburg

This week, a special edition of The Moth Radio Hour featuring a live show from Johannesburg, South Africa. Stories of unexpected connections, scads of visitors, and putting bread on the table—literally. Hosted by Lebo Mashile with additional hosting by Moth Director Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.  Storytellers: 8 year old Webster Isheanopa Makombe's mother sends him on his first solo mission to get bread.  A chance encounter rekindles Nsovo Mayimele's passion for her career. In order to support her family and all of their house guests, Mathilda Matabwa and her husband take a chance on an unconventional new business. Podcast # 901 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

07 Jan 2025

58 MINS

58:04

07 Jan 2025

#211

The Moth Podcast: Resolutions

For the New Year, we've got two stories about resolving to quit some bad habits. This episode is hosted by Michelle Jalowski. Storytellers: Ian Stewart does his best to quit smoking.Melissa Earley learns some lessons on a post-divorce vacation. Podcast # 900 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

03 Jan 2025

14 MINS

14:49

03 Jan 2025

#210

The Moth Radio Hour: Caught Off Guard

In this hour, the moments of shock and uncanny realizations, and the tenacity, perspective, and humor that help us through. An unexpected skating partner, a family divided, a daily commute, and surviving a catastrophic tragedy. 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: Aaron Pang describes a painful commute on San Francisco’s BARTJoel Brady and his wife have a “date night” at the Neville Island Roller Drome.Michelle Robertson and her sister are constantly in competition. Patience Murray experiences an unthinkable act of violence firsthand. Podcast # 901 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

31 Dec 2024

57 MINS

57:13

31 Dec 2024

#209

The Moth Radio Hour: In a World...

In this hour, windows into new or unfamiliar worlds. Behind the scenes at a haunted attraction, back of house at a Portland restaurant, and the thrills of Christian puppetry. This episode is hosted by Moth Director Chloe Salmon. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Amir Baghdadchi takes on a frightening new gig. Michael Maina realizes he's in over his head at his first job after medical school. Katy Strange desperately wants to join her church's Christian puppet team.  Jenny Nguyen pursues her dream of becoming a chef, from kitchens in Portland to Vietnam, and back.  Podcast # 899 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

24 Dec 2024

57 MINS

57:14

24 Dec 2024

#208

The Moth Podcast: Gifts and Gratitude

On this episode, two stories about being grateful, especially around the holidays. This episode is hosted by Christina Norman. Storytellers: Stephanie Garibaldi’s daughter has a sneaky plan for Santa.Justin Werfel tries to impress his father with a gift. Podcast # 888 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

20 Dec 2024

17 MINS

17:05

20 Dec 2024

#207

The Moth Radio Hour: Menorahs, Presents and Palm Trees - December Holiday Stories

In this special December holiday hour, stories about celebration, differing traditions, and family. A mother and son do their best to keep the gifting spirit alive, a daughter tries to fulfill her mother’s wish for a Trinidadian feast, and a man waits and waits for the perfect moment to kiss a date. Those and more stories in this episode. Hosted by The Moth's Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Peter Aguero and his mother exchange holiday gifts made of paper. Tracey Segarra sends a Hanukkah card that her mother-in-law takes issue with. Steve Glickman attempts to escape a snowy Chicagoan Christmas for Puerto Vallarta. Dawn Fraser is tasked to find the perfect ingredients for a Trinidadian Christmas. Evan Lunt takes his grandmother’s menorah to college as a keepsake of her. Bernie Somers counts down to a first kiss on New Year's Eve with a romantic interest. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

17 Dec 2024

57 MINS

57:12

17 Dec 2024

#206

Bonus Episode: The Moth Wrapped

We take a look back at some of the stories that most resonated with our audience. This episode was hosted by Sarah Austin Jenness. If you'd like to check out the video countdown of 2024’s most shared Moth stories we mentioned in the episode, you can follow us on [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@mothstories?lang=en) or [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/mothstories/?hl=en) @MothStories. Storyteller: Wilderness guide Monte Montepare takes inexperienced hikers on a glacier expedition. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

15 Dec 2024

19 MINS

19:56

15 Dec 2024

#205

The Moth Radio Hour: Follies of Youth

In this hour, stories of the adventures—and misadventures—of growing up. In a cave, on the ball field, and on a camping trip. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of this show. Storytellers: Trevor Nourse gets lost in a cave. Susan Rohde gets to play wiffle ball with the cool kids. New camp counselor Martha Cooney is determined to win "rookie of the year." Self-proclaimed nerd Usra Gahzi goes on a coed camping trip.  Sivad Johnson and his buddies seek to reach new heights on their bikes. Jim Hasson grows up with a healthy fear of strangers. 8th grader Nadia Hakim learns a lesson thanks to depilatory cream. Podcast # 897 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

10 Dec 2024

57 MINS

57:12

10 Dec 2024

#204

The Moth Podcast: Meeting Your Idols

What happens when you meet your idols. In this case, we discover three literary legends. This episode was hosted by Suzanne Rust. Storytellers:Harriett Jernigan gets flustered when she has a chance encounter with Maya Angelou.Mandy Gardner learns an important lesson in a graveyard. Podcast # 896 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

06 Dec 2024

17 MINS

17:18

06 Dec 2024

#203

The Moth Radio Hour: In Service Of

In this hour, stories of giving and receiving. A volunteer, a would-be chef, a firefighter, a date in need of a liver, and a scientist who needs a helping hand before she can help anyone else. This episode is hosted by Moth Producer Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.Stacey Curry and her boyfriend end up being a perfect match, in more ways than one.Having grown up ashamed of her voice, Kristin Huang is reluctant to sing.Kayleigh Hudson attempts to cook an elaborate meal for her friends. Sivad Johnson decides, reluctantly, to step into the spotlight.Mary-Claire King battles through heartbreak to make a breakthrough in cancer research. Podcast # 699 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

03 Dec 2024

57 MINS

57:13

03 Dec 2024

#202

The Moth Podcast: The Gift of Story

On this episode, unearthing an important part of American history. Plus, we go behind the scenes to learn how a Moth Mainstage story is crafted - and talk about what it takes to make sure a story is heard.  If you'd like to support the important work that The Moth is doing to build empathy and increase connection, please make a donation. Visit themoth.org, or text give24 to 78679. This episode was hosted by Jodi Powell. A special thanks to Crystal Finn, Matilda Matabwa, Pastor Herbert Broome, and Larry Rosen, whose voices we heard in this episode. Storytellers:  Pastor Herbert Broome realizes that a critical piece of history that he was a part of is omitted in his local museum. Podcast # 895 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

29 Nov 2024

33 MINS

33:28

29 Nov 2024

#201

The Moth Radio Hour: Turning the Page

In this hour stories of acceptance, moving on, and letting go. Growing older and maybe wiser, and stepping boldly into the future. This hour 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.Elizabeth Gray contends with aging.Neema Avashia and her students are united in grief.A teacher helps keep Maxie Jones on the straight and narrow.After swearing off love, Jennifer Birmingham gets advice from an unexpected source. Susan Earley tries to return a shirt purchased for her late grandfather. Erik Heen's stepdaughter doesn't want his help.  Podcast # 693 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] (https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

26 Nov 2024

57 MINS

57:13

26 Nov 2024