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The Moth Podcast: Apples and Bananas Jan 16, 2026

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On this episode, we’re going bananas. And apples. Sorry, going apples isn’t a phrase. But we will have two stories about fruit, one about apples, one about bananas.

This episode was hosted by Kate Tellers.

Storytellers:

David Harris-Gershon wears a very unique costume.

Holly Rutter does some late night grocery shopping.

Starting Over: The Moth Radio Hour Jan 13, 2026

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In this hour, stories of trying again, fresh starts, and chances at redemption—as a parent, on stage, and in your 20s. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of this show.

Storytellers:

Leah Baruch files for bankrupcy at age 26.

Ron Hart tries to make sure his children don't take after him.

Te'Jal Cartwright rediscovers her star power.

Devan Sandiford avoids a difficult conversation with his son's kindergarten class.

Ethan Sweetland-May goes hunting with his grandfather for the first time.

Bridget Flaherty tries to mend her relationship with her son.

Podcast # 958

TV Dreams: The Moth Podcast Jan 09, 2026

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This episode originally aired on December 11th, 2020.

In this episode, two stories about tv dreams and daytime nightmares. This episode is hosted by Moth producer and director, Michelle Jalowski.
Storytellers: Jessica Lee Williamson, Wes Hazard

Growing Pains: The Moth Radio Hour Jan 06, 2026

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This episode originally aired on July 5, 2022.

In this episode, the trials and tribulations of growing up. Jealousy, loss, secrets, and finding one's place in the world. 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:

Jennifer Lubin competes for her mother's affection with an unlikely foe.

Anne Stuart spends her summer break delivering the news as the switchboard operator at her local paper.

After hitting a baseball for the first time, 10 year old Stephen Ferrell hopes for another miracle.

Esther Ngumbi's mother catches her in a lie.

Ernesto Quiñonez tries to encourage his 9-year-old daughter to be his traveling companion to Graceland.

Podcast # 772

New Year, New Leaf: The Moth Podcast Jan 02, 2026

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To celebrate the dawn of 2026, we’ll have two stories of people trying new things, taking a leap, in one case literally, shaking their lives up, and turning over new leaves.

This episode was hosted by Kate Tellers.

Storytellers:

Laura Gilbert starts a new job as a software engineer and deals with imposter syndrome.

In desperate need of an easy class to graduate college, Elliot Higgins took a skydiving 101 class.

Podcast # 957

Behind the Scenes: The Moth Radio Hour Dec 30, 2025

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If you've been moved by a story this year, text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today.

In this hour, stories by and about the people who work behind the scenes. A bartender, an almost-cook, and a teacher. 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:

Gretchen Van Esstelyn steps up during a kitchen catastrophe.

James Gordon's student asks him a difficult question.

Bartender Anastasia Maximenko has an uncomfortable conversation with a customer.

Nahla Summers's partner is determined to give her the best birthday ever.

Jeremy Gaitan and his family are caught in a natural disaster.

Podcast # 956

Warm Sweater: The Moth Podcast Dec 26, 2025

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It's that weird time between Christmas and New Years, when all everyone wants to do is chill and be comfy. So, on this episode, we’ve got three stories that’ll feel like you’re putting on a cozy, oversize, ever-so-warm sweater.

This episode was hosted by Marc Sollinger.

Storytellers:

Kristy Arnett Moreno has a cancer scare, and has to open up to her boyfriend.

Steven Ettinger learns some lessons from his 90 year old roommate.

Jonathan Mannheim gets caught up in a chase, wearing his laundry day sweater.

Podcast # 955

Holiday Special 2014: Monkeys, Megachurches, and First Elves: The Moth Radio Hour Dec 23, 2025

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This episode originally aired on December 16th, 2014.

If you've been moved by a story this year, text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today.

A special holiday edition of The Moth Radio Hour: Simon Doonan encounters challenges when called on to decorate the White House for Christmas, a man is hesitant to work with a ‘Hollywood’ style church in his neighborhood, a Jewish girl meets Santa, and a boy thinks his dreams have finally come true when he gets an exotic pet. This hour is hosted by Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media in Woods Hole, Massachusetts.

Storytellers:

Simon Doonan stirs up controversy with small details on his Christmas ball decorations.

Mark Redmond works with a homeless shelter in Vermont.

Ophira Eisenberg wanted to meet Santa Claus.

Taylor Negron grows up “California Gothic” and must balance the joy of owning a monkey with his fear of Charles Manson.

Snowed In: The Moth Podcast Dec 19, 2025

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As the weather outside gets colder and colder, and it seems like Spring will never return - The Moth is sharing stories all about the magic, and the misery, of winter. From traveling down icy roads, to finding warmth with your loved ones. So instead of going outside, why don't you bundle up, pour a mug of hot cocoa, and listen to some stories

This episode was hosted by Emily Couch.

Storytellers:

Cola Rum gets some help while driving in a snowstorm.

Melissa Earley tries to hide an accident from her congregation.

If you've been moved by a story this year, please text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today.

Underpinning: The Moth Radio Hour Dec 16, 2025

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This episode originally aired on December 28, 2021.

If you've been moved by a story this year, text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today.

In this hour, stories of tradition, codes, regulations — and breaking them wide open. A foul-mouthed boater, a long-forgotten toy car, and a foray to Florida. 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:

Michael Steinberg gets an unexpected case in his new role as the director of the Michigan ACLU.

Samuel James looks at an artifact from his past with new eyes.

Frimet Goldberger ventures into the unexplored world of a Florida water park.

Podcast # 745

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