The Moth

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The Moth Radio Hour: Live and Learn Jun 13, 2023

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In this hour, stories of lessons for real life. Navigating young love, learning to live in the moment, and how to drive stick shift. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of The Moth Radio Hour.

Storytellers:

Sam Bolen works on Broadway during the "season of the understudy."

Meg Ferrill uses her skills as a project manager in the lead up to the birth of her son.

Grace Topinka tries to learn stick shift.

Michael Maina has no idea how to handle his first crush.

Anh Vu Sawyer challenges the youth she works with to apply to college—but they in turn challenge her right back.

Shhhhhh, It’s A Secret: Tim Manley and Shania Jun 09, 2023

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In this episode, we’ll be playing an episode all about secrets from the Moth’s very first spinoff podcast, Grown!

Subscribe to Grown wherever you get your podcasts, or check out its website for more information: www.grownpod.com

This episode is hosted by Marc Sollinger.

The Moth Radio Hour: A Brave Front Jun 06, 2023

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In this hour, stories of finding inner strength in the face of unimaginable odds. The courage to make life or death choices, stick to one's guns, and not only survive, but thrive. This hour is hosted by Moth Radio Hour Producer, Jay Allison. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media in Woods Hole, Massachusetts.

Storytellers:

Les Strayhorn heeds his father's advice.

District Fire Chief Michael McNamee confronts his worst fear.

Robin Utz comes to face the hardships of pregnancy and love.

The Moth Radio Hour: Hesitations May 30, 2023

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Hold your horses! In this hour, stories of slowing down, holding off, or taking a pause. 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:

Theresa Thames officiates a wedding in Hawaii.

Ryan Roe contends with having Tourette Syndrome in school.

Linda Grosser loses faith in online dating as she approaches a milestone birthday.

AJ Jacobs, an inexperienced jigsaw puzzler, finds himself at the world championships.

They Say It’s Your Birthday: Sheila Cavanaugh and Sandra Kwawu May 26, 2023

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On this episode, stories all about birthdays - and the importance we place on them. This episode is hosted by Kate Tellers.

Storytellers:

Sheila Cavanaugh accidentally steals someone else’s birthday.

Sandra Kwawu finds comfort in a celebration with her friends and family.

The Moth Radio Hour: The Rest is History May 23, 2023

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In this hour, an ancient instrument, a life-changing disaster, and survival in the face of genocide. People who experienced history, and its artifacts, firsthand. Hosted by The Moth's Senior Director, Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Musician Frank Almond makes a historic discovery.

Sivad Johnson takes us behind the scenes of the Detroit Fire Department.

Henny Lewin, a young Jewish girl, is smuggled out of a Lithuanian ghetto during WWII.

The Moth Radio Hour: Mum's the Word May 16, 2023

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Oh, mother! In this episode, stories celebrating birth givers, mother figures, and the many ways in which one can show up as a mom. 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:

Marya Morris is in over her head as a new stay-at-home stepmom.

Pamela Covington cooks a difficult holiday meal for her family.

Annie Share and her mom become business women on the cat show circuit.

Amanda Johnston is inspired by a vulnerable conversation with her daughter.

Risqué Business: Whitney Connolly and Caroline Woodward May 12, 2023

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We’ve got two SLIGTHLY spicy stories. Don’t worry nothing untowards happens, but if you’re listening with kids, you might want to wait on this one. This episode is hosted by Michelle Jalowski.

Storytellers:

Whitney Connolly shares a photo without realizing what else is in the background.

A trip to Brazil provides a great teaching moment for both Caroline Woodward and her 3 year daughter.

The Moth Radio Hour: In Famiglia May 09, 2023

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In this hour, stories dealing with all things family: from sibling hi-jinx, to the difficulties of having children (and parents). Hosted by Moth Radio Hour Producer Jay Allison. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Kay Elmsley Weeden and her siblings have adventures on the Wisconsin River.

Marjace Miles searches for meaning amidst an unexpected pregnancy.

Bob Baril gets a once in a lifetime experience with his son.

Jahvannia Darling keeps a secret from her mother.

Qing Zhao must choose between love and her career.

Carmen Putnam experiences the hope of a new pregnancy while mourning her stillborn child.

The Moth Radio Hour: The Push and the Pull May 02, 2023

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In this hour, stories of strength of will, crystallizing under pressure, and the power of intentionally directed anger. 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.

Hosted by: Catherine Burns

Storytellers:

As he raises his strong-willed daughter, R.A. Villanueva remembers the other powerful women in his life.

Mary Ann Ludwig reaches her potential during a funerary mishap.

Self-described unathletic man, Steve Clark, signs up for the Philadelphia marathon.

Amber Phillips learns the art of tension.