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In this hour, stories of American Dreams—from a beauty pageant hopeful, a farmhand, and an advocate. This episode is hosted by Jon Goode. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

With the goal of becoming Miss Alabama, Alexis Barton enters her first beauty pageant. 

Heather Angell starts working on a farm and bonds with her bosses. 

Ofia Begum Ali takes on the responsibility of translating for their parents. 

Amena Brown's grandmother teachers her to cook... but witholds an important recipe. 

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Today we’re bringing you an episode from our friends, Office Ladies hosts Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. In honor of Best Friends Day, we are handing the mic over to the duo who turned a "work friendship" into a lifelong sisterhood. Jenna and Angela reflect on the invisible strings that connect us to our people. Find Office Ladies wherever you get podcasts.

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This episode originally aired on November 29th, 2022.

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.

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. 

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Whenever a loved one passes away, they leave behind memories: the way they laughed, their famous chocolate chip cookie recipe, the knowledge that you were cared for by someone special.

But they also leave behind objects, and those objects can be deeply meaningful. Today, two stories about the things we leave behind - and who takes care of them when we’re gone. This episode was hosted by Marc Sollinger.

Storytellers:

Kristina Miggiani must decide what to do with her wedding ring after her fiance passes away.

After her father passes aw...

This Episode originally aired on November 15th, 2022.

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.

Ivan McClellan discovers the Black Rodeo.

Rachel McCormick  attempts to understand her immigrant husband's past. 

Steve Peebles is of...

In this episode, three stories all about friendship - from how they can be there for you during challenging times, to a friend’s unconditional love, to The Gummi Bears. Don’t worry, we’ll get there.

This episode was hosted by Chloe Salmon.

Storytellers:

Lauren Karch travels around the world with her friends to capture memories before potentially losing her hearing.

When Valarie Walker comes out as gay, she worries about the impact on her closest friendship.

Matthew Dicks makes a friend at a fast food restaurant.

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In this hour, storytellers face down the near-impossible...with mixed results. Skydiving, the first night shift, and training a kitten. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of this show.

Storytellers:

Gabi Rome attempts to train a kitten. 

In desperate need of an easy class to graduate college, Elliot Higgins takes Skydiving 101.

Danielle Ofri has a crisis of confidence while working the night-shift at Bellevue. 

Wendy Irwin believes she can't do hard things. 

Bryan Kett attempts to move a refrigerator. 

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On this very special episode of the Moth Podcast we feature stories of women and their liberation. This episode is hosted by actress, author and mega-fan of the Tony-nominated play Liberation, Busy Philipps, and features a conversation with its Pulitzer-Prize-winning playwright Bess Wohl and Obie-winning director Whitney White.

The three stories will take us from the middle of the ocean, to a nude spa in Santa Fe, to a rest stop in Texas… but all of them are about breaking free. About discovering yourself.

Storytellers:

Rescue swimmer Amanda Burrill is left by her sh...

The Episode originally aired on August 16th, 2022.

In this episode, five storytellers work up the courage to face and battle fear and doubt. 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.

Storytellers:

Harjas Singh seeks the answer to a haunting question. 

Antoinette-Marie Williams inherits her family's love of games and shows up on the world stage. 

Rachel Cain worries she may have taken things too far. 

Eddy Laughter discove...

Nerves. That feeling you get when you’re standing at the precipice of something big. On this episode, we’ll be visiting two moments of high anxiety, the day of a big work presentation, and the day of a high school wrestling match.

This episode was hosted by Suzanne Rust.

Storytellers:

Chris Bell discovers the reason he’s feeling so tired.

Craig Gudorf has to gain a few pounds before a wrestling match.

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This Episode originally aired on September 27th, 2022.

In this hour, stories of exposure to unexpected worlds, new traditions, and traversing boundaries. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media, producer of this show.

Jason Kordelos goes on a cruise to nowhere.

Marne Litfin finds that they have unexpected responsibilities while working at a Quaker camp.   

Cheech Marin tries to make sense of nis new life in a new place.

Prachi Mehta is shocked by America's obsession with pets.

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This episode originally aired on September 25th, 2020.

This week, stories of parenting and being parented. This episode was hosted by the director of MothWorks at The Moth, Kate Tellers, featuring two special surprise guests.

Storytellers:

Caroline Connolly's realize they've forgotten their theater tickets... about 100 miles into the drive to New York City.

Christopher Moncayo-Torres tries to connect with his dad through their shared love of Fiddler on the Roof.

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In this hour, stories of leaps of faith, taking risks, and joining the circus. 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:

Tiffany McKinney finds an unconventional way to deal with her grief. 

Dave Lara reflects on being a gay man in the Navy during the Vietnam War. 

Martha McBrier goes to great heights for her coworkers. 

Thirteen year old Arshiya Kapadia contends with the death of her mother. 

In honor of Mother's Day, we've got a special episode hosted by Padma Lakshmi - a Moth storyteller, author, and the host and judge of America’s Culinary Cup.

From buying cemetery plots, to learning to swim, to a treasured recipe - the three stories you’ll hear are all about motherhood, but they’re about more than that. They’re about the memories mothers and their children share and the legacy we leave behind once the kids grow up.

Storytellers:

Mary Mack has the daunting task of selling her mother’s cemetery plots.

This Episode originally aired on September 13th, 2022.

In this hour, it's raining cats and dogs! (And a few snakes as well.) Reluctant pet owners, canine companionship, and an elderly cat named Rita. This episode is hosted by Moth storyteller Alistair Bane. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Catherine Palmer applies city girl solutions to country problems.

Jitesh Jaggi has a long and storied history with canines. 

Beth Bradley's family gets a dog, to her father's chagrin. 

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To celebrate our feline friends and the sometimes complicated bonds we have with them, we have two stories about cats and cat people. This episode was hosted by Emily Couch

Storytellers:

David Rodriguez and his wife adopt a cat to help with a painful chapter of their lives.

Gianmarco Soresi learns he isn’t a cat person.

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Family Lore is a weekly narrative podcast that celebrates and investigates ancestral mystique. Each episode begins with a guest sharing a fascinating family legend, followed by a historical deep-dive to uncover the truth and meaning behind the tale. Available now: link.pscrb.fm/f0281/FLFD

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In this hour, stories of how music moves us. Guitar lessons, band geeks, and record deals. 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:

Alistair Bane learns to play the guitar from a punk musician.

Hanif Abdurraqib finds solace in his hometown mall the summer after a family tragedy. 

KB Brookins competes to become drum major of their high school's marching band. 

Musician Rissi Palmer is offered a life-changing opportunity on he...

On this episode we play with the idea of being, and not being, seen. When not being seen or acknowledged shines a light on a deeper social construct - or when being seen can literally put your life in danger. This episode was hosted by Meg Bowles.

Storytellers:

Eliza Reid navigates her sudden, unexpected rise to becoming the First Lady of Iceland, a role with no handbook.

As the Chief of Disguise at the CIA, Jonna Mendez breaks a cardinal rule and becomes visible

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This Episode originally aired on August 2nd, 2022.

In this episode, four storytellers square up to the truth. This hour 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:

EJR David breaks a decades long silence.

Mary Furlong Coomer prepares for her first communion. 

Karen Kibaara learns the meaning of invincible.

Colin Channer stages a perfect heist.

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This episode originally aired on September 13th 2019.

This week, two stories of when technology really isn't the answer. This episode was hosted by Dan Kennedy.

Storytellers: Jill Bergman, Aylie Baker

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This Episode originally aired on July 19th, 2022.

In this hour, four storytellers attempt to control the outcome. (As the universe laughs!) 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:

Dame Wilburn fakes her college graduation to avoid her mother's wrath.

Gabriel Woods Lamanuzzi tries to wrangle a room of 2nd graders. 

Tod Kelly gets carried away and confronts a bad driver.

Nimisha Ladva appreciatse her father's calm command in tro...

On this episode, we have two stories about names - the names of people, the names of concept, and how naming can shape the essence of the thing.

This episode was hosted by Jodi Powell.

Storytellers:

Elyse Mcinerney reckons with her name.

Ryan Estrada accidentally invents a new word.

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In this hour, money talks. Stories of finances—coin collecting, running grifts, and determining the value of "stuff." 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:

Steve Zimmer and his father search for a rare penny. 

Stacey Curry finds some monetary discrepancies at her new job.

Dannie Olguin grows up worrying that she will never have enough. 

Taji Torrilhon does not place great importance on "stuff," but her wife does...

As America approaches it's 250th anniversary, we're dedicating our Spring Mainstage season, as well as a special three episode podcast and radio series, to exploring the American dream. Our first episode looked at American Icons, but today, we’re going to look at the concept of Home.

We’ve got two stories about how people make a home for themselves in America, how, in their own pursuits of happiness, people create space for themselves, how people live in America, even when it’s difficult.

This episode was hosted by Kate Tellers.

Storytellers:

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This Episode originally aired on May 17th, 2022.

In this hour, stories of seismic changes and subtle shifts—and the aftershocks left in their path. New perspectives on faith, family, and one's self. This episode is hosted by Brandon Grant, Director of Marketing at The Moth. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Marlon James discovers his talent as a junior exorcist. 

Hannah Brennan learns there is wisdom in her body. 

While going through a divorce, Tricia Rose Burt finds comf...

On this week’s episode, two stories about taking shortcuts. Hosted by Dan Kennedy.

Storytellers:

Lawrence Wood is too honest with his book club.

Amanda Egge gets creative in rehab.

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In this hour, stories of bearing witness and when it's best to look away. Overheard arguments, recording history, and a view nobody asked for. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Kate Tellers. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Ali Griswold's view of her neighbors leaves nothing to the imagination.

Misha Mehrel's mother re-invents movies by editing their Blockbuster rentals.

Madeline Berenson and her fellow "Spice Grannies" intervene in a fight mid-air.

Liz Mills is her daring...

This Episode originally aired on May 3rd, 2022.

In this hour, stories of education, illumination, or just being schooled. The lessons learned from communities new and old, on top of a glacier, and from children. This episode is hosted by Moth host Jon Goode. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Dan Souza teaches English and learns about Hungarian karaoke.

Jen Rubin plans to be spontaneous. 

Matty Struski learns about resiliency, and slides.

Diane Harari learns that piano r...

There are so many ways a story can move you - it can make you laugh, can make you cry, can make you rethink your place in the world… but sometimes a story can make you go… what?!?! Are you kidding me?!?! That jerk broke up with you via text?!?! After you catsat for him?!?!

So, in this episode, two stories that’ll make you go… they did WHAT?!?!

This episode was hosted by Chloe Salmon.

Storytellers:

Becca L realizes that sometimes it’s better to be alone than to be with someo...

We're almost at the Oscars, and to celebrate, we have two stories that feel especially cinematic.

This episode was hosted by Jodi Powell.

Storytellers:

Jitesh Jaggi discovers why his father never taught him to drive.

Nick Vega’s fake ID business hits an unexpected snag.

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In this hour, stories of legends: the people that have left an indelible mark—in our memories or the history books. A steelworker, a Cuban grandmother, and Medgar Evers. This episode is hosted by Moth Director Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Caroline Connolly spends a summer with her grandmother, "the ultimate Cuban matriarch."

Stacy Sullivan gains a new appreciation for her father. 

Marques Celestine contends that Mardi Gras has "never been as much about the what, but the...

March is women’s history month, and to honor that, we're sharing two stories of women who faced challenges and … woman-ed up.

This episode was hosted by Kate Tellers.

Storytellers:

Alison Stewart gets through a difficult experience, and meets a hot doctor along the way.

Tess Birch guides a group of girls through a zoo.

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This episode originally aired on April 19th, 2022.

In this hour, the people we've loved and lost, their memories preserved in these stories. Mothers, partners, and the colorful residents of a nursing home, with special excerpts from the Moth's audio book. 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.

Storytellers:

Sharon D'Orsie goes on adventures with her aging mother. 

Adrienne Lotson worries she's not cut out to be a chaplain.

Writer Elizabeth G...

At age nine, poet Javier Zamora began a harrowing 3,000-mile journey from El Salvador to the United States. More than twenty years later, he shared his story, revisiting the fear, endurance, and quiet courage he experienced as a child navigating an unimaginable change. This episode is from A Slight Change of Plans, hosted by cognitive scientist and bestselling author Dr. Maya Shankar. On A Slight Change of Plans, Maya explores how we experience change and provides strategies we can use to better navigate moments of upheaval. Whether it’s a sudden pivot or a slow transformation, each episode reveals ho...

In this hour, stories of jumping, or being thrown, in the deep end—figuratively and literally. Leaving the "nest," reptilian co-workers, and a school swimathon. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of The Moth Radio Hour.

Storytellers:

Mukosi Shimaka-Mbasu realizes that participating in the Science Fair means talking to strangers. 

Gary Sizer cares for his mother after her ALS diagnosis.

During lockdown, Mytrang Nguyen has to share her office with two lizards.

While participating in a swimathon, Clare Wallder follows the adage "slow and steady wins the race."

As America approaches it's 250th anniversary, we’ve decided to explore the American Dream - not just the singular American Dream, but all of them. Because our dreams contain multitudes. We’re dedicating our Spring Mainstage season, as well as some special podcast episodes, to exploring that theme. 

To kick that off, on this episode, we have two stories about American Iconography, but with a twist. 

This episode was hosted by Suzanne Rust.

Storytellers:

John Garcia and his father bond over bigfoot.

Lynn Swisher Spears and her community help a neig...

This episode originally aired on February 14th, 2023.

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.

Storytellers:

Inclement weather threatens David Greco's romantic plans for Jazz Fest. 

Eva Santiago reconnects with an old friend who is now...

Our stories define us and shape us. They’re beloved treasures passed down or secrets that we hide. Stories can be personal legend or family legacy. In this episode, a little of both, about the memories we leave behind and some of the lessons learned.

If you'd like to tell your OWN story, we're publishing a journal called "My Life In Stories," and it has over 150 prompts that will help you sift through your memories and shape them into narratives. You can order it wherever you get your books: https://themoth.org/my-life-in-stories-a-guided-journal-from-the-moth

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In this hour, a special live show from New York City, featuring storytellers from around the globe. Tales of bold moves, facing fears, and risky decisions. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness, with additional live hosting by Nolo Mokoena. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Semiye Michael breaks with tradition to help his mother.

Nolo Mokoena practices radical truth-telling on a date.

Korto Momolu longs to become a fashion designer, while growing up in Liberia.