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**The Moth**

On Tuesdays and Fridays The Moth’s podcast feed presents episodes of the Peabody-Award Winning Moth Radio Hour and original episodes of The Moth Podcast.

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.

Latest Episodes:

It’s Magic: Micaela Blei and Anthony Griffith Sep 15, 2023

Show notes

We experience magic in different forms. This episode is hosted by Moth director Jodi Powell.

Storytellers:

Micaela Blei becomes friends with a magician and wants something more.

Anthony Griffith navigates life with his single mom.

The Moth Radio Hour: Letting Go Sep 12, 2023

Show notes

In this hour, stories of shedding the past and looking towards the future; from fashion faux-pas to exoneration. This hour 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:

Chris Foley inherits his family's male pattern baldness.
Caridad De La Luz contends with her father's baggage.
Andrew McGill discovers his people though the card game Yu-Gi-Oh.
Patricia Brennan describes being married to a Vietnam veteran.
Michael VonAllmen works to let go of his hate after his wrongful conviction.

The Moth Radio Hour: The Hot Seat Sep 05, 2023

Show notes

Aerial antics, magic tricks, and unwelcome rescue missions. In this hour, stories of momentous decisions, massive undertakings, and opportunities with no second chances. This episode is hosted by Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

In an attempt to be Maverick (from Top Gun), Will Mackin goes to Navy Flight School.

Siegfried Tieber gets hooked on magic.

Samantha Mathis goes on a mission to bring her father home.

Different Ways of Learning: Adrienne Lotson and Lopaka Kapanui Sep 01, 2023

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Peabody-award winning journalist Chenjerai Kumanyika hosts an episode which explores all the learning that takes place outside the classroom.

Storytellers:

Adrienne Lotson shares the stories her father told her about Harlem

Lopaka Kapanui learns some lessons from his mother about the legacies we leave behind

The Moth Radio Hour: Food, Glorious Food Aug 29, 2023

Show notes

In this hour, fasting, feasting, and traveling salmon; stories about foods that nourish the body as well as the soul. This episode is hosted by Sarah Austin Jenness.

The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Ritija Gupta follows her grandmother's recommended all-yellow diet in the name of love.

Mercy Lung'aho leads an experiment with beans, designed to combat anemia.

Dihan Hossain dreams of tasting New York City pizza.

Joan Juliet Buck's uncle loses a suitcase of smoked salmon -- and a family member.

The Moth Radio Hour: Kids Leading Aug 22, 2023

Show notes

In this hour, we put the adage "older and wiser" to the test with stories of children providing new perspectives and taking charge. In school, in the woods, and on a life or death journey. This episode is hosted by Moth Director and Producer Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

While hiking with his 8-year-old daughter, Dave Stratton realizes he's in over his head.

Carolina Ureña Ruez faces the horrifying prospect of a failing grade.

Amber Wallin desperately wants to be cast as the lead in Cinderella.

Pedro Haro goes on a harrowing journey, guided by his brother, and has a medical emergency.

Nestor Gomez finds a new way to engage a tough audience of kindergarteners.

Kid Stuff: Madden Mcdonagh and Nepurko Keiwua Aug 18, 2023

Show notes

On this episode, we learn from children. This episode is hosted by Chloe Salmon.

Storytellers:

Madden Mcdonagh gets more than she expected at a book fair.

Nepurko Keiwua leads a rib revolution.

The Moth Radio Hour: All the World's a Stage Aug 15, 2023

Show notes

In this hour, true stories of taking center stage from a magician, a musician, a member of the underground resistance in Chile and a soldier stationed in Iraq. 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.

Storytellers:

Notoriously quiet magician Teller (of Penn and Teller) discovers his love of magic.

Musician Gaelynn Lea describes life on the road with a disability.

Daniel Sperling attends Shabbat services while deployed in Iraq.

Carmen Aguirre is a member of the underground resistance in Chile during Pinochet's regime.

A Chat on the Stoop: Hasna Muhammad and In Deep Water Aug 11, 2023

Show notes

In this special episode, we examine the relationship between Swimming and the Black community. And we hear from one of our favorite podcasts, The Stoop. If you’d like to listen to more great stories from The Stoop, subscribe to it wherever you get your podcasts, or visit thestoop.org to learn more.

This episode is hosted by Suzanne Rust and Leila Day.

Storyteller:

While out for a swim, Hasna Muhammad finds a kindred spirit.

The Moth Radio Hour: Occasional Magic Aug 08, 2023

Show notes

In this hour, stories of moments of beauty, awe, and clarity uncovered amidst chaos and the quotidian. 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.

Storytellers:

Edgar Oliver propagates monsters in his backyard.

Chenjerai Kumanyika seeks protection through tradition and faith.

Matt McArthur witnesses rare beauty during an Arctic dive.

Sofija Stefonovic gets her first taste of capitalism.