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American Dreams: Icons - The Moth Podcast Feb 20, 2026

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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 neighbor see the cornfields one last time.

Can't Help Falling in Love: The Moth Radio Hour Feb 17, 2026

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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 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.

Podcast # 803

What's YOUR Story: The Moth Podcast Feb 13, 2026

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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

This episode was hosted by Christina Norman.

Storytellers:

Maxwell Pearce learns some lessons from his grandmother.

Adelle Onyango goes to her first protest.

Live from New York: The Audacity! Global Stories of Daring: The Moth Radio Hour Feb 10, 2026

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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.

Gracia Violeta Ross grows up in her sister's shadow, until the roles are reversed.

Podcast # 964

Love Hurts: The Moth Podcast Feb 06, 2026

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In honor of Valentine's Day, we've got a special episode hosted by The Modern Love Podcast's Anna Martin. It's all about the pain and heartache and disaster that true love can lead to… but also, about how love can help ease that pain and heartache. And maybe even help us heal.

This episode was hosted by Anna Martin.

Storytellers:

Patricia Dunphy learns that that great pain is a sign of great love.

Peter Aguero does his best to flirt with a woman playing Dr. Fine.

Rita Brent marries a man, and realizes that she loves women.

Punks, Blessings, Burlesque and Lotus Flowers: The Moth Radio Hour Feb 03, 2026

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This episode originally aired on June 21, 2022.

In this episode, five strangers redefine themselves and family in the face of their past. 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:

Eddy Laughter sees her future at her first concert.

Christopher Brune-Horan finds sanctuary in an unlikely location.

Louise Newton-Keogh learns an important lesson about controlling the universe.

Pauline Nguyen reconciles with a harbinger of fear.

Denise Bledsoe Slaughter gets a second mother when she needs it most.

Podcast # 770

Puppies and Football: The Moth Podcast Jan 30, 2026

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It’s that time of year when it feels like everyone is talking about football... so on this episode, two stories related to football that aren’t about the GAME of football - we’re talking half-time shows, big game pageantry, and puppybowls.

This episode was hosted by Michelle Jalowski.

Storytellers:

Elyana Smith trains a dog for the pupybowl.

Alexander Heying has a complex relationship with football Mickey.

Truth and Consequences: The Moth Radio Hour Jan 27, 2026

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In this hour, stories about truth—family secrets, trap questions, and a confession 60 years in the making. 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:

Brad Ewell learns about his biological father.

Gaby Fernandez accidentally divulges a family secret.

Harold Cox "borrows" his father's car as a child.

Podcast # 961

Restaurant Week: The Moth Podcast Jan 23, 2026

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It’s restaurant week here in NYC, and so we're celebrating the neighborhood spots that feel almost like home and all the hard-working chefs and servers who make a space come alive.

This episode was hosted by Chloe Salmon.

Trevor Craig finds his chosen family at a steakhouse in Iowa.

Shaw-naé builds community through her restaurant.

The Wisdom of Elders: The Moth Radio Hour Jan 20, 2026

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This episode originally aired on April 5th, 2022.

In this hour, stories of learning from our elders. A mechanic, a teacher, a patriarchy-busting grandmother, and Star Wars in translation. This hour is hosted by regular Moth host Angelica Lindsey-Ali. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Ishmael Beah is separated from his beloved grandmother during the war in Sierra Leone.

Rose Saia feels understood by her new 4th grade eacher.

Charlotte Mooney helps a man wandering on the highway.

Manuelito Wheeler wants to help preserve the Navajo language by dubbing Star Wars.

Podcast # 759