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The Moth Radio Hour: Follies of Youth Dec 10, 2024

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In this hour, stories of the adventures—and misadventures—of growing up. In a cave, on the ball field, and on a camping trip. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of this show.

Storytellers:

Trevor Nourse gets lost in a cave.

Susan Rohde gets to play wiffle ball with the cool kids.

New camp counselor Martha Cooney is determined to win "rookie of the year."

Self-proclaimed nerd Usra Gahzi goes on a coed camping trip.

Sivad Johnson and his buddies seek to reach new heights on their bikes.

Jim Hasson grows up with a healthy fear of strangers.

8th grader Nadia Hakim learns a lesson thanks to depilatory cream.

Podcast # 897

The Moth Podcast: Meeting Your Idols Dec 06, 2024

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What happens when you meet your idols. In this case, we discover three literary legends. This episode was hosted by Suzanne Rust.

Storytellers:
Harriett Jernigan gets flustered when she has a chance encounter with Maya Angelou.
Mandy Gardner learns an important lesson in a graveyard.

Podcast # 896

The Moth Radio Hour: In Service Of Dec 03, 2024

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In this hour, stories of giving and receiving. A volunteer, a would-be chef, a firefighter, a date in need of a liver, and a scientist who needs a helping hand before she can help anyone else. This episode is hosted by Moth Producer Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Stacey Curry and her boyfriend end up being a perfect match, in more ways than one.
Having grown up ashamed of her voice, Kristin Huang is reluctant to sing.
Kayleigh Hudson attempts to cook an elaborate meal for her friends.
Sivad Johnson decides, reluctantly, to step into the spotlight.
Mary-Claire King battles through heartbreak to make a breakthrough in cancer research.

Podcast # 699

The Moth Podcast: The Gift of Story Nov 29, 2024

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On this episode, unearthing an important part of American history. Plus, we go behind the scenes to learn how a Moth Mainstage story is crafted - and talk about what it takes to make sure a story is heard.

If you'd like to support the important work that The Moth is doing to build empathy and increase connection, please make a donation. Visit themoth.org, or text give24 to 78679.

This episode was hosted by Jodi Powell.

A special thanks to Crystal Finn, Matilda Matabwa, Pastor Herbert Broome, and Larry Rosen, whose voices we heard in this episode.

Storytellers:

Pastor Herbert Broome realizes that a critical piece of history that he was a part of is omitted in his local museum.

Podcast # 895

The Moth Radio Hour: Turning the Page Nov 26, 2024

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In this hour stories of acceptance, moving on, and letting go. Growing older and maybe wiser, and stepping boldly into the future. This hour is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Elizabeth Gray contends with aging.
Neema Avashia and her students are united in grief.
A teacher helps keep Maxie Jones on the straight and narrow.
After swearing off love, Jennifer Birmingham gets advice from an unexpected source. Susan Earley tries to return a shirt purchased for her late grandfather.
Erik Heen's stepdaughter doesn't want his help.

Podcast # 693

The Moth Radio Hour: Outside the Box Nov 19, 2024

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In this hour, stories from risk-takers, innovators, and trail-blazers. Scientific feats, pushing the boundaries of age, and a different kind of motherhood. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Whale biologist Iain Kerr demonstrates his new invention on live-television.

Carolyn Meyer tries online dating at the age of 80.

Roseline Orwa reclaims her power and starts a new chapter.

Podcast # 894

The Moth Podcast: The Play’s The Thing Nov 15, 2024

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On this episode, stories about the theater, performing, and life on the stage. This episode was hosted by Marc Sollinger.

Storytellers

Rose L finds that playing Jesus in her school’s passion play is trickier than one might expect.
Honor Finnegan tries out for the musical, Annie.

Podcast # 893

The Moth Radio Hour: Veterans' Day Special Nov 12, 2024

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A special Veterans Day edition of The Moth Radio Hour. After returning from active duty in the Middle East, a marine searches for new meaning; a 97 year old woman describes training young men for WWII combat as a WASP; a father being deployed to Iraq must find a way to explain it to his children; and a WWII soldier from Wisconsin serves with the segregated 93rd Infantry Division in the South Pacific. This special hour is hosted by The Moth's Producing Director, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Mike Scotti finds new meaning after returning from active duty in the Middle East.
Dawn Seymour becomes part of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP), training young men stateside to enter WWII overseas.
Bill Krieger tucks his daughter in at night before being deployed to Iraq.
William Cole serves as a radio operator in the 93rd Infantry Division, a segregated unit, in the South Pacific.

Podcast # 356

The Moth Radio Hour: Against the Grain Nov 05, 2024

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In this hour, stories of people who swam upstream, went against the grain, forged their own paths. Standing tall, dressing for success, and getting behind the wheel. 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:

Jameer Pond brings his act as a comedian to college.

Shristi Karki watches her mom learn a new skill.

6 foot 11 year old Shannan Scarselleta competes in a middle school obstacle course.

Gina Belafonte chronicles her relationship with her mother.

Podcast # 892

The Moth Podcast: Goodness, Gracious Nov 01, 2024

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On this episode, stories about kindness, care, and what we owe each other. The episode was hosted by Michelle Jalowski.

Storytellers:

Matthew Dicks finds a friend at McDonalds.

Heidi Munson’s boss goes the extra mile.