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Secondhand Embarrassment: The Moth Podcast Oct 02, 2026

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On this episode, we’re embracing the cringe with two stories that’ll you make you feel secondhand embarrassment. This episode was hosted by Emily Couch.

Storytellers:

Sarah Finucane posts a very unflattering photo to social media.

Ceren Ege gives a pretty awful gift

Podcast #1002

Matters of the Heart: The Moth Radio Hour Sep 29, 2026

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This episode originally aired on March 28th, 2023.

In this hour, stories of love—passions, parents, and dating apps. A woman swipes for a second chance, a little girl finds her calling, and fathers find ways to relate to their children. This episode is hosted by Moth Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Kristy Hawkins thumbs her way through the prospects of love.

Kemp Powers is convinced he will never be a good dad.

Niall Ashdown and his father bond over their love of birds.

Esther McManus keeps the baking tradition alive.

Podcast # 810

Looking in the Mirror: The Moth Podcast Sep 25, 2026

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On this episode, we’ll hear two stories of people going through big changes - as they literally reflect on themselves. This episode was hosted by Larry Rosen.

Storytellers:

Phineas Knowles has an eventful first shave.

Esther Ngumbi vies to get her ears pierced despite her mother's objections.

Podcast #1001

Puppets, Pastors & Secret Agents: The Moth Radio Hour Sep 22, 2026

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In this hour, stories of considering "what's in a name," a dangerous CIA mission, and the rise and fall of an unusual musical act. 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:

What started as a joke on social media becomes a passion project for Brently Heilbron.

As the Chief of Disguise at the CIA, Jonna Mendez breaks a cardinal rule and becomes visible.

Esau McCaulley prepares for the most difficult eulogy of his pastoral career.

Podcast # 1000

Coming Home: The Moth Podcast Sep 18, 2026

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In this episode, we’ve got two stories all about finding out where you come from - the process of figuring out who you are in relation to your family, your culture, your background, even your language.

This episode was hosted by Emily Couch.

Storytellers:

Gwendolyn Lopez-Cohen tries to convert to Judaism, but discovers that her family already has a connection to the religion.

Iris Luz Hernandez takes a trip to Puerto Rico.

Podcast # 999

Navigating the Gray: The Moth Radio Hour Sep 15, 2026

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This episode originally aired on February 14th, 2023.

In this episode, stories from the gray areas and in-between spaces. Stuck in the middle, straddling two worlds, or searching for where you belong. This episode is hosted by Grown hosts Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Military policeman Carl Cannon is assigned duty in one of the most dangerous prisons on the planet.

James Han Mattson moves to Korea to meet his birth family and connect with his Korean heritage.

First time pageant contestant Nicole Kelly enters the Miss Iowa competition.

Podcast # 804

City of Angels: The Moth Podcast Sep 11, 2026

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This episode originally aired on August 30, 2019

Two stories from Los Angeles. This episode was hosted by Dan Kennedy.

Storytellers:

Bryan Kett encounters some fellow Angelonos at a grocery store.

Julieta Gilbert decides to march in a protest.

Podcast # 613

Fresh Starts: The Moth Radio Hour Sep 08, 2026

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In this hour, stories from The Moth's Education Program about starting fresh. New jobs, new schools, and new perspectives. This episode is hosted by Peter Aguero. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Aravah Chaiken learns a lesson about math and life.

Edie Wadman comes up with a get-rich-quick scheme—babysitting.

Max Chwatko finds comfort during grief.

Hope Guzzle prioritizes grades over her health.

Andrew McGill finds a new passion, thanks to a 6:45am class.

Podcast # 998

Taken by Surprise: The Moth Podcast Sep 04, 2026

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On this episode, two stories about two very different kinds of shock and surprise. This episode was hosted by Marc Sollinger.

Storytellers:

Susan Rohde is surprised to discover her nine year-old foster daughter making some unauthorized Amazon purchases.

Stephanie Rogers’ feels helpless when her son, who lives on the other side of the country, undergoes anaphylactic shock.

Podcast # 998

Eyewitness: The Moth Radio Hour Sep 01, 2026

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This episode originally aired on December 20th, 2022.

In this episode, stories of historical events and momentous decisions with far-reaching impacts. A teacher who pushes boundaries, a trail-blazing student, and a political prisoner in Soviet Russia. This episode is hosted by Moth Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Toby Price faces unexpected consequences when he introduces his students to a book he and his family love.

Dr. Sybil Jordan Hampton follows in the footsteps of the Little Rock Nine.

Victor Levenstein realizes one thing has accompanied him throughout his time in a Soviet prison: his mugshot.

Podcast # 796

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