The Moth

Latest Episodes:

The Moth Radio Hour: The Love Hurts SLAM Mar 25, 2025

Show notes

A special Moth Radio Hour with stories originating from our annual "Love Hurts" StorySLAM. Love lost, love found, unwanted spotlights and the family we choose. 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:

Andrew Brown comes face to face with his academic nemesis.

Joshua Arnold dreads being singled out during altar call.

Daisy Rosario meets her brother for the first time at their father's funeral.

Gary Sizer shares a love of Star Trek with his step father..

Antoinette Thorne, a trans woman, is recognized by her father in a small town.

Podcast # 721

The Moth Radio Hour: All In - Live from London Mar 18, 2025

Show notes

This week, a special episode of The Moth, live from a Mainstage show in London. Stories of going "All In" — in a new town, in an icy lake, and on the paintball course. This live show is hosted by Tiff Stevenson with additional hosting by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Kate Oliver remembers what it was like to be a "weird, androgynous, nerdy" teenager.

Navied Mahdavian and his wife try to build a community in a new town.

A difficult period leads Catherine Joy White back to a childhood passion.

Podcast # 911

The Moth Podcast: Family Matters Mar 14, 2025

Show notes

On this episode, we’re talking family. Finding, reconnecting, and standing up for family. From a conflict in Eastern Europe, to a surprise email, we're learning why family matters. This episode was hosted by Jodi Powell.

Storytellers:

Alicia Kenworthy gets some unexpected news from Germany.

Stacy Staggs learns to live with her nephew.

Marko Ivanov takes care of his brother in a war-torn region.

Podcast # 910

The Moth Radio Hour: Brand New YOU Mar 11, 2025

Show notes

In this hour, stories of starting fresh. Unexpected opportunities, budding relationships, your next home, and a new take. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Student Naushin Khan has never had a "good relationship" with chemistry.

Kristin Lawlor feels like the only single girl in New York.

Mariam Bazeed and their family relocate to Egypt during the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait.

Law professor Dave Moran tries his hand at modelling.

Aleyne Larner meets a man 20 years her senior.

Podcast # 712

The Moth Podcast: A Blue Bonus Mar 07, 2025

Show notes

On this bonus episode, in honor of The Blue Man Group's NYC exit, we're playing a favorite story about, you guessed it, The Blue Man Group. This episode was hosted by Marc Sollinger.

Storyteller:

After many years in the legendary Blue Man Group, John Grady makes a profound connection with an audience member.

The Moth Radio Hour: The Pursuit of Happiness Mar 04, 2025

Show notes

In this hour, stories of searching for fulfillment and finding one's bliss. Unconventional self-care, making ancestors proud, and a quest for the perfect gift. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Jenifer Hixson.

Storytellers:

Ann Guo battles postpartum depression by soliciting dares from her family and friends.

Morgan Givens joins the police academy, following in the footsteps of his trailblazing grandmother.

Ruby Cooper strives to give her son everything, until he asks for an untraditional Christmas gift.

The Moth Podcast: At The Movies Feb 28, 2025

Show notes

The Oscars have got us thinking all about the magic of cinema, and we’ve got two stories on the power of film, and the hold it has on people.

So whether your favorite movie of 2024 was I Saw The TV Glow, Challengers, or Sing Sing - the actual best film of 2024, get your popcorn out, and get ready to watch a, well, listen to, a story.

This episode was hosted by Emily Couch

Storytellers:

Frank Ortega begins his career in the movies.

Brittney Cooper gets an unexpected call from Tyler Perry.

Podcast # 908

The Moth Radio Hour: The Future Looks Bright Feb 25, 2025

Show notes

In this hour, stories of healing, hope, and heart. A birthday celebration, a dream job, the importance of an heirloom and chance encounters when we need them the most. This hour is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of this radio show.

Storytellers:

Katya Duft goes camping for her 15th birthday.

Aditya Dakshinamourtay learns a lesson about negotiating.

Brenda Williams finds meaning in a set of pots and pans.

Alistair Bane finds a kindred spirit in his horse, Bo.

Kathi Kinnear Hill has hard conversations on the campaign trail.

Jason Schommer has a chance encounter in a grocery story.

Podcast # 707

The Moth Podcast: Growing Up Feb 21, 2025

Show notes

On this episode, in honor of Black History Month, we’ll be showcasing three stories from Black storytellers, all on the universal theme of growing up. This episode was hosted by Suzanne Rust.

Storytellers:

Whitney Mcguire comes to terms with her buddhism.

Aubrianna Piton cleans up garbage for the summer and reconsiders her relationship to food waste.

Jacoby Cochran and his family build a home at Rich City Skate.

The Moth Radio Hour: Rites of Passage Feb 18, 2025

Show notes

In this episode, milestones and new phases of life. Achieved in a pool, on stage, and in the wilderness of Alaska. 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:

Jennifer Cohen contends with her children leaving for college.

Justin Hawkins finds himself a fish out of water in swim class.

Susan Mweni goes against cultural norms.

James Dommek Jr. reconnects with his heritage and the land through moose hunting.

Podcast # 907