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The Moth Radio Hour: Put to the Test Aug 27, 2024

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In this hour, stories of testing one's own limitations and discovering new wells of strength and resolve. 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:

Living on the 44th floor, Lucy Danser has to face her fear of elevators.

Albert Fox Cahn finds unexpected motivation to turn his health crisis around.

Quratulain Fatima grows up refusing to take no for an answer.

Tim FitzHigham takes on 10 world record holders.

Podcast # 679

The Moth Radio Hour: Cringeworthy Aug 20, 2024

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The Germans have a word for second-hand embarrassment -- Fremdschämen! This hour may have you blushing on our storytellers' behalves. Wince-worthy moments from the halls of academia to a foreign train station, and a reminder to ALWAYS check who you're emailing before you hit "send." 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:

Marissa sees more of her mother than she'd like at her dissertation defense.

Azhar Bawde-Ali creates an embarrassing situation over e-mail.

On his way to a meeting at Warner Bros., Gbenga Akinnagbe ends up stranded on the side of a mountain.

Joanne Richards has trouble saying "no."

Wendy Suzuki describes her relationship to her emotions as "a struggle for control."

The Moth Podcast: Instrumental Aug 16, 2024

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On this episode, we celebrate musicians with two stories about learning to play an instrument. Plus, we feature some music by Mazz Swift, recorded at a recent Moth Mainstage.

Host: Michelle Jalowski

Storytellers:

Alistair Bane learns to play the guitar from a punk musician.
Mari Black performs in a fiddle contest as a 6-year-old.

The Moth Radio Hour: Not What They Seem Aug 13, 2024

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In this hour, tales that remind us that looks can be deceiving. Disguises, surprises from strangers, and reckoning with one's own identity. 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:

Phill Branch designs his own suit for prom.
Raabia Wazir leaves KY to take a job at Muslim Civil Rights Organization in DC.
Jean le Bec begins to feel a sense of community at her local pool.
Micheal Devlin rescues a sheep in a field in Ireland.
Jim Giaccone searches for his brother in the rubble of the Twin Towers.

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The Moth Radio Hour: Confidence Game Aug 06, 2024

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Hold on to your wallets, SSNs, and test papers. This episode is all about scams, schemes, and con artists. Student hijinx, famous grifts, monkey business, and the word of God. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of this radio show.

Storytellers:

Abigail Ladd runs a con in elementary school.

Tonya Camille and her sister use their physical similarities to their advantage.

Pete Goldfinger experiences a famous scandal firsthand.

Gayliene Omary has a run in with a scammer of the heart.

Maria Corrales confronts a con in the animal kingdom.

Chiwoza Bandawe receives the word of God, courtesy of a shady acquaintance.

Podcast: 879

The Moth Podcast: The Olympics with Aimee Mullins Aug 02, 2024

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In this special episode, we celebrate four weeks of competition, daring, and perseverance by sharing three stories all about the Olympics. Hosted by actor, storyteller, and Olympian Aimee Mullins, we'll explore the joy of marching in the opening ceremony, the strange pull of Kristi Yamaguchi, and the indomitable nature of the Olympic spirit.
Host:
Aimee Mullins
Storytellers:
Juliet Hochman trains for the Olympics, and finds support in her family.
Mandy Hu realizes something profound about herself when she watches Kristi Yamaguchi on television.
Aimee Mullins explores her changing relationship with her prosthetic legs.

The Moth Radio Hour: Everything's Bigger in Texas Jul 30, 2024

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In this hour, stories live on Moth stages around the Lone Star State - Everything’s Bigger in Texas. This hour 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:

Alyssa Ladd attempts to be the "best Christian" at her Evangelical summer camp.

Chris Gorman adopts a dog that's been marked "unwanted."

At 12 years old, Robert Holguin infiltrates a NASA press conference.

Christopher Scott's life is changed forever when he answers a friend’s call for help.

The Moth Radio Hour: Second Acts Jul 23, 2024

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In this hour, stories of do-overs, golden years, and new takes. One-more-chance—at work, in love, through art. 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:

Jamal Joseph is tasked with putting on a play in prison.

After not working for almost 2 decades, Neerja Kapoor takes on an unexpected job.

Craig Mangum and his girlfriend have more in common than anticipated.

Rhonda Sternberg describes dating "while old."

After losing her father, Blessing Omakwu has a crisis of faith.

The Moth Podcast: Moon Landing Anniversary Jul 19, 2024

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In this special episode, we celebrate the 55th anniversary of the moon landing with some of our favorite stories all about space. Hosted by educator, storyteller, and astronaut Leland Melvin, we'll visit NASA training camp, the Hubble telescope, Pluto, and everywhere in between.
Host:
Leland Melvin
Storytellers:
Mike Massimino details his high stakes mission to repair the Hubble Space Telescope.
Cathy Olkin must troubleshoot a problem more than 4 billion miles away.
Leland Melvin suffers a devastating injury that seemingly cuts short his dream of flying in space.

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The Moth Radio Hour: Voicing Tough Truths Jul 16, 2024

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In this hour, tellers who tell the truth and nothing but the truth, even when it's hard. Finding the right words in front of the president, in the face of the patriarchy, during a shocking encounter, and to pass on knowledge. This hour is hosted by Moth Artistic Director, Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

David Litt channels his alter ego, "Lips," while working as a presidential speechwriter.

Nimisha Ladva sees the subtle ways her mother defies the patriarchal structure of her extended family.

Alexis Barton learns nothing good happens after midnight.

Sharon Salzberg's meditation teacher encourages her to use her voice and past experience to help others

Podcast: 657