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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.
In this hour, stories of finding inner strength in the face of unimaginable odds. The courage to make life or death choices, stick to one's guns, and not only survive, but thrive. This hour is hosted by Moth Radio Hour Producer, Jay Allison. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media in Woods Hole, Massachusetts.
Storytellers:
Les Strayhorn heeds his father's advice.
District Fire Chief Michael McNamee confronts his worst fear.
Robin Utz comes to face the hardships of pregnancy and love.
Hold your horses! In this hour, stories of slowing down, holding off, or taking a pause. 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:
Theresa Thames officiates a wedding in Hawaii.
Ryan Roe contends with having Tourette Syndrome in school.
Linda Grosser loses faith in online dating as she approaches a milestone birthday.
AJ Jacobs, an inexperienced jigsaw puzzler, finds himself at the world championships.
On this episode, stories all about birthdays - and the importance we place on them. This episode is hosted by Kate Tellers.
Storytellers:
Sheila Cavanaugh accidentally steals someone else?s birthday.
Sandra Kwawu finds comfort in a celebration with her friends and family.
In this hour, an ancient instrument, a life-changing disaster, and survival in the face of genocide. People who experienced history, and its artifacts, firsthand. Hosted by The Moth's Senior Director, Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Musician Frank Almond makes a historic discovery.
Sivad Johnson takes us behind the scenes of the Detroit Fire Department.
Henny Lewin, a young Jewish girl, is smuggled out of a Lithuanian ghetto during WWII.
Oh, mother! In this episode, stories celebrating birth givers, mother figures, and the many ways in which one can show up as a mom. This episode is hosted by Moth Producer and Director Chloe Salmon. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media
Storytellers:
Marya Morris is in over her head as a new stay-at-home stepmom.
Pamela Covington cooks a difficult holiday meal for her family.
Annie Share and her mom become business women on the cat show circuit.
Amanda Johnston is inspired by a vulnerable conversation with her daughter.
We?ve got two SLIGTHLY spicy stories. Don?t worry nothing untowards happens, but if you?re listening with kids, you might want to wait on this one. This episode is hosted by Michelle Jalowski.
Storytellers:
Whitney Connolly shares a photo without realizing what else is in the background.
A trip to Brazil provides a great teaching moment for both Caroline Woodward and her 3 year daughter.
In this hour, stories dealing with all things family: from sibling hi-jinx, to the difficulties of having children (and parents). Hosted by Moth Radio Hour Producer Jay Allison. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Kay Elmsley Weeden and her siblings have adventures on the Wisconsin River.
Marjace Miles searches for meaning amidst an unexpected pregnancy.
Bob Baril gets a once in a lifetime experience with his son.
Jahvannia Darling keeps a secret from her mother.
Qing Zhao must choose between love and her career.
Carmen Putnam experiences the hope of a new pregnancy while mourning her stillborn child.
In this hour, stories of strength of will, crystallizing under pressure, and the power of intentionally directed anger. This episode is hosted by Moth Artistic Director, Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Catherine Burns
Storytellers:
As he raises his strong-willed daughter, R.A. Villanueva remembers the other powerful women in his life.
Mary Ann Ludwig reaches her potential during a funerary mishap.
Self-described unathletic man, Steve Clark, signs up for the Philadelphia marathon.
Amber Phillips learns the art of tension.
In honor of National Adopt a Shelter Pet day on April 30th, we?re sharing two Moth stories all about the special role pets play in our lives. This episode is hosted by the Moth?s Social Media Coordinator, Estee Daveed.
Storytellers:
Scott Sanders deals with jealousy as his dog becomes a more successful actor than he is.
Noriko Rosted must find a pet sitter for her beloved cat before her trip to Italy.
In this hour, stories about seeing and witnessing. This episode is hosted by Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Meg Bowles
Storytellers:
Alice Schaffer, a preacher's daughter, grows up in fear of the lessons learned in Sunday school.
Dawn Ross tries to adjust to life in rural Arkansas.
D. Parvaz, a journalist covering the uprising in Syria, is arrested and imprisoned.
Leland Melvin suffers a devastating injury that cuts short his dream of flying in space.
In this hour, stories of finding one's way?through heartbreak, adolescence, times of crisis, and public nudity. This episode is hosted by Moth storyteller Samuel James. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Samuel James
Storytellers:
Kristin Lee tries to make friends at genetics camp.
8-year-old Maura Schneider and her friend hatch a revenge plan after experiencing their first rejection.
Kaya Jarvis gets the help she needs from an unexpected source.
Samuel Blackman contends with the realities of working in pediatric oncology.
Annie Linn navigates having her mother as her high school English teacher.
Evie O'Reilly goes on her first naked bike ride.
We hear stories about poetry and how it can bring people together. This episode is hosted by Keighly Baron.
Storytellers:
Natalie Bell - Orthodontia and a high school poetry reading lead to awkwardness.
Glenn North - Feeling despondent about moving back to his hometown of Kansas City, MO to take care of a sick parent, a young poet decides to rejuvenate the arts scene with a poetry night.
In this hour, Motown, hip hop, folk and pop. Stories of the indelible impact of music on both its creators and listeners. This hour is hosted by The Moth's Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Jenifer Hixon
Storytellers:
David Montgomery gets immersed in Spice World.
Cal Street describes her time as part of The Velvelettes.
Dawn Smith grows up in a cult that forbids music.
Jin Au-Yeung's lyricism connects him to Barack Obama.
In this episode, stories about finding, keeping, and losing love. Hosted by Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Meg Bowles
Storytellers:
Kristy Hawkins
Kemp Powers
Niall Ashdown
Esther McManus
In this episode, we?ll be playing an episode from the Moth?s very first spinoff podcast, Grown!
Subscribe to Grown wherever you get your podcasts, or check out its website for more information: www.grownpod.com
This episode is hosted by Sarah Jane Johnson.
In this hour: stories of the power of sound -- and the newness we find through listening, and trusting our ears. 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
Hosted by: Sarah Austin Jenness
Storytellers:
Stanley Alpert relies on his hearing when he is kidnapped.
Faith Ekienabor finds a brand new way to her college class.
T Dixon discovers the power of her own voice.
Anna Schuleit builds an unconventional instrument.
In this episode, stories of stepping up, taking charge, and taking chances. Hosted by The Moth?s Senior Curatorial Producer, Suzanne Rust. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Suzanne Rust
Storytellers:
Aleta Myles goes camping for the first time in a desert in Israel.
In a dark place, Sean Wellington finds comfort in dance class.
Newly licensed James Fitzgerald's first road trip goes awry.
Amber Jo Hatt attempts to take her friends on a big adventure.
Despite the potential consequences, Air Force officer Rachel Pomeroy reports an inappropriate incident.
5 year old Mohammed Zeeshan Nayeemuddin has an adventure on his way home from school.
We hear stories about how books and reading can foster connection. This episode is hosted by Emily Couch
Storytellers:
Kashyap Raja finds beauty in reading the Gruffalo to a young child.
Errol McLendon receives some heartfelt gifts.
In this hour, five stories of picking our battles. The internal and external pressures that guide how we speak up, speak out, or stay silent. Hosted by The Moth's Artistic Director Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Catherine Burns
Storytellers:
Hillary Boone and her mother scheme to save Vermont from hate.
Maria Hodermarska fights for services for her son.
Ed Mabaya finds himself in danger while visiting his girlfriend.
Brad Lawrence and his sister work their mom's last nerve with their brawling.
Angela Lush struggles to speak up.
In this hour, stories of the places that leave a lasting impression. A skating rink, a golf course, a restaurant, and a cemetery. 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.
Hosted by: Chloe Salmon
Storytellers:
Jacoby Cochran and his family build a home at Rich City Skate.
Holly Thompson and her grandfather share a love of golf.
After a turbulent history in online dating, Leah Haydock finds solace in pasta.
Marguerite Maria Rivas searches for her daughter's grave.
We hear a story from someone searching for their family?s history. This episode is hosted by Michelle Jalowski.
If you?d like to see photos of Jean-Michele and her grandmother, go to themoth.org/extras
Storyteller: Jean-Michele Gregory
In this hour, stories of heroes, mentors, and our greatest supporters. A Coast Guard rescue swimmer considers his career, a lawyer learns the meaning of justice, and a songstress pens lyrics for her loved one. Hosted by The Moth's Senior Director, Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Meg Bowles
Storytellers:
Rob Simpson takes us behind the scenes of life as a Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer.
Sheila Calloway searches for fairness and empathy in the justice system.
Beth Nielsen Chapman finds magic in the writing of a song.
This week, stories all about the in-between. This episode is hosted by Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo, the hosts of the Moth?s new spinoff podcast, Grown! If you?re at all a fan of Moth storytelling, subscribe to Grown wherever you get your podcasts, or check out its website for more information: www.grownpod.com
Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo
Storytellers:
Military policeman Carl Cannon is assigned duty in one of the most dangerous prisons on the planet
James Han Mattson moves to Korea to meet his birth family and connect with his Korean heritage.
First time pageant contestant Nicole Kelly enters the Miss Iowa competition.
Here?s a taste of The Moth?s very first spinoff, Grown!
Subscribe to Grown wherever you get your podcasts, or check out its website for more information: www.grownpod.com
This episode is hosted by Sarah Austin Jenness.
In honor of Valentine's Day, let The Moth whisper sweet somethings in your ear(buds). Stories of falling in love, enduring devotion, and romance that blooms in the most unlikely places?or between the most unlikely people. 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.
Hosted by: Sarah Austin Jenness
Storytellers:
Inclement weather threatens David Greco's romantic plans for Jazz Fest.
Eva Santiago reconnects with an old friend who is now in prison.
Paola Ayala is worried that her mother found a private letter.
Auburn Shaeffer and her husband share an unlikely first home.
Matthew Mercier uncovers his parents' love story.
If you love listening to Moth stories on our podcast and radio show, then come experience them live, in-person at our Mainstage events. In this super quick episode, host Sarah Austin Jenness brings you updates on our Winter & Spring Moth Mainstage tour. Visit themoth.org/events to find a Moth event near you!
This week, a special episode in honor of Black History Month, with stories that celebrate the diversity of the Black experience. Dye jobs, dream jobs, and swimming pools. 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.
Hosted by: Suzanne Rust
Storytellers:
Harold Cox brings his Texas roots--and speech patterns-- to his first Boston radio gig.
Danyel Smith follows the music and finds a place for herself in the world of journalism.
CJ Hunt grows up trying to "adjust the thermostat" of his racial identity.
While out for a swim, Hasna Muhammad finds a kindred spirit.
We hear two stories about growing up, as well as listen to a preview of The Moth?s spinoff podcast: Grown.
Subscribe to Grown wherever you get your podcasts, or check out its website for more information: www.grownpod.com
If you?re a student and want to bring Moth programming to your school, visit our website themoth.org/students. If you?re a teacher, visit themoth.org/education/teachers
Hosted by: Devin Elise Wilson
Storytellers:
Mariama Diallo learns to stand up for herself, and her brother.
PT Smith discovers the magic of reading
In this hour, we present four stories of getting another shot. Tales of tenacity, unexpected fortune, and redemption in moments both great and small. 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.
Hosted by: Sarah Austin Jenness
Storytellers:
Joshua Blau loses his wallet on the FDR drive.
Navrioska Mateo puts her dream job in peril.
Faith Salie has a fashion crisis on a momentous day.
Sherman "OT" Powell attempts to reconnect with his family after 34 years.
Start your engines! In this hour, stories of being driven -- bound, determined, or literally in the passenger seat of a car. This episode is hosted by Moth Director, Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Jenifer Hixson
Storytellers:
Juliette Holmes experiences segregation first hand as a child in Georgia.
Tracey Crosier interviews for a radio job and gets more than she bargained for.
Jennifer Leahy deals with the death of a patient for the first time.
Omar Qureshi tries to show his cousin a good time when he visits the US.
On this episode, we talk to Mojdeh Rezaeipour about the situation in Iran, and hear a story from her. This episode is hosted by Jenifer Hixson.
If you want to learn more about the ongoing revolutionary movement in Iran, Mojdeh recommends following the Instagram accounts @from____Iran and @collectiveforblackiranians for information on what's happening in English.
Storyteller: Mojdeh Rezaeipour
In this hour, stories about guts and courage. This episode is hosted by The Moth?s Artistic Director, Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Catherine Burns
Storytellers:
AJ Jacobs
Aleathia Brown
Kwong Yue Yang
Nisha Coleman
Leonard Lee Smith
In this hour, stories of diving in head first and putting it all on the line. Unconventional gifts, apex predators, and stock car racing. This episode is hosted by Moth producer and director Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Jodi Powell
Storytellers:
Andrew McGill learns more about his father than he bargained for.
Aspiring primate veterinarian Estella Z Jones has a shift in perspective about her own life after seeing animals in the wild.
Ashamed of not knowing how to ride a bike, Francesca Hays attempts to learn in secret.
Michael Corso enters a stock car race for blind drivers.
On this episode, we hear two stories about new years and new beginnings. This episode is hosted by Michelle Jalowski.
Storytellers:
Dan Kennedy tries to make his new years?? explosive.
Ophira Eisenberg has a magical new years in a magical city.
This episode, we revisit our 20th anniversary special, playing some of our favorite stories from The Moth?s history. This episode is hosted by Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Sarah Austin Jenness
Storytellers:
Richie DiSalvo
Jessi Klein
Sisonke Msimang
This week, we bear witness. From a Soviet labor camp, to a school desegregation, to a fight over books. This episode is hosted by Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Meg Bowles
Storytellers:
Toby Price
Sybil Jordan Hampton
Victor Levenstein
Don your finest duds! This week, The Moth Radio Hour is all about clothes -- from DIY threads to silk blouses, from a prison visiting room to a runway in France. This episode is hosted by Moth producer and director Chloe Salmon. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Chloe Salmon
Tween Horace Sanders creates a homemade Halloween costume.
Deepa Ambekar is caught off guard by a prison's dress code for visitors.
Zakiya Minifee fails to heed her mother's fashion advice.
Adrienne Burris is certain that her new husband has ruined her favorite blouse.
Graham Shelby joins the football team as a gentle teenager.
Model Norma Jean Darden participates in a historic catwalk battle.
On this episode, we take a look back at the beginning of The Moth, and hear a story from our founder - George Dawes Green. This episode is hosted by Melvin Estrella and Pegi Vail.
Storyteller
George Dawes Green describes his encounters with the many characters of Surrency, Georgia while working on a crisis hotline.
If you?d like to listen to the stories Pegi and Melvin mentioned, here are links:
Reflections From Space by Frederick Hauck
Merci by Candido Tirado and Carmen Rivera
A special Holiday Hour from The Moth. The unexpected gifts of December: holiday customs, brand new traditions, flying cows, fruit, luminaries and a magical forest. 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.
Hosted by: Sarah Austin Jenness
Adam Ruben is at a loss when it comes to buying Christmas gifts.
Pierre Epstein is a little boy tracking the progress of his Uncle Igor's escape from Nazi-occupied France.
Ed McCarthy break sinto the house he grew up in to rescue a precious box of Christmas decorations.
Katie Fales grandfather is a rancher who was to rescue a bunch of stranded steer.
Catherine McCarthy finally admits she's homesick during Christmas in Thailand.
David Frieberg and his son are amazed by an accidental forest during a blizzard in NYC.
Denise Scheurmann has a terminally ill father but her neighbors don't forget to light her Christmas luminaries.
In this episode, stories of who we are and what we present to the world. White lies, falsified documents, playing dress up, and big transformations. This show is hosted by Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media, producer of The Moth Radio Hour.
Hosted by: Jay Allison
Judit Samper Albero uses her artistic talent to save money.
Shaun Gohel accidentally manifests a girlfriend.
Dave Moran prepares to argue in front of the Supreme Court.
Camille Qurban almost has her cover blown at a child's birthday party.
Ishmael Beah describes his transformation from innocent child to cold-hearted soldier.
On this episode, we get in the holiday spirit with a tale about a very special Xmas. Then, we discuss how directors can shape Moth stories. This episode is hosted by Kate Tellers.
Storyteller:
Peter Aguero
In this hour, stories from the Elko Cowboy Poetry Gathering. Hosted by Dame Wilburn, with additional hosting from Jay Allison. A woman says goodbye to her childhood ranch; a young girl finally gets her wish to own a pet; a Guatemalan teenager goes on a silent and stealthy mission; and a Dakota man tries to track down someone he has not seen in years. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media in Woods Hole, Massachusetts.
Hosted by: Jay Allison
Storytellers:
Teresa Jordan returns home to a parched and cracked land.
Dame Wilburn visits Macon, Georgia for a summer and gets an unconventional pet.
Nestor Gomez flees the Guatemalan Civil War to the safety of his mother?s home.
Bobby Wilson hears of a Dakota man he desperately tries to meet.
In this episode, bold attempts to revisit the past. A quarterback makes a trip back home, a wife attempts to understand her husband's past, a young man discovers the rodeo, and an adult is cast in a high school play. 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.
Hosted by: Jenifer Hixson
Storytellers:
Ivan McClellan discovers the Black Rodeo.
Rachel McCormick attempts to understand her immigrant husband's past.
Steve Peebles is offered a role in a high school play, despite being an adult.
Kimberly Reed confronts her past, and future, when she is forced to make a trip to her hometown.
On this week?s episode, we take a look back at 1999, to the origins of the Moth?s community program. We?ll have a story about The Mets, and one about life after prison. This episode is hosted by Larry Rosen.
Storytellers:
Marie Hershkowitz
David Gaskin
In this special hour, three stories from the Vietnam War Era. A troop comes under attack deep in the Vietnamese jungle; a triage nurse does her best to save the lives of soldiers; and a young man tries to save his little brothers as Saigon falls. Hosted by The Moth?s Senior Director, Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Jenifer Hixson
Storytellers:
Dave Dillard and his company are trekking through the Vietnamese jungle when they hear an unusual sound.
Edie Meeks comes to face the carnage of war.
Jason Trieu tries to save his family as the U.S. Army retreats and Saigon falls.
On this week?s episode, we take a look back at 2000, the origin of the Moth StorySLAMs. In lieu of bringing you to an actual show, we?ll be playing ten abbreviated versions of GrandSLAM-winning stories. This episode is hosted by Jenifer Hixson.
Storytellers:
Donna Otter
Tere Negrete
Vivienne Anderson
Pam Burrell
Juliette Holmes
Craig Mangum
Ruby Cooper
Phyllis Bowdwin
Wilson Seely and
Ray Christian
For more information on all of our storytellers, go to the moth.org/extras.
This week, stories about adventures and thrills. Hosted by Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Sarah Austin Jenness
Storytellers:
Mack Dryden
Janice Bartley
Brian Gavagan
Lex Jade
Lucy Hayward
In this episode, stories of the voices that inspire us, comfort us, and help us navigate the world--sometimes in defiance of science or logic. This episode is hosted by Moth Artistic Director, Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Catherine Burns
Storytellers:
André De Shields is inspired by his sister and muse, Iris.
Bud Trillin and a Chinatown chicken play tic-tac-toe.
In the wake of an unfathomable loss, Francine Lobis Wheeler must navigate grieving in the public eye.
On this week?s episode, we take a look back at 2001. We?ll hear a story from a firefighter who worked on 9/11, and we?ll explore how stories helped people connect to each other in the weeks after the tragedy. This episode is hosted by George Green and Meg Bowles.
Storyteller: Keith Young
This week, we take a look at how we make our families, from a foster family to finding a family in prison. Hosted by Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Jenifer Hixson
Storytellers:
Gina Sampaio
Angaha Mahajan
Maxie Jones
Matti Strutski
Tony Cyprien