The Moth

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Mermaid Veterinarian: The Moth Podcast Aug 28, 2026

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On this episode, a story about a veterinarian and a story about a mermaid, both from our incredible StorySlams in Birmingham, Alabama. This episode was hosted by Suzanne Rust.

Storytellers:

Veronika Kiklevich treats a dog that’s swallowed something a bit unexpected.

Bob Byrd accidentally breaks his mother’s mermaid.

Live from Johannesburg: The Moth Radio Hour Aug 25, 2026

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In this hour, we bring you to Johannesburg for a special live edition of The Moth Radio Hour. Stories of invention, beauty pageants in the time of Nelson Mandela, and finding balance. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness, with additional live hosting by Lebo Mashile. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Brian Turyabagye tries to have his cake and eat it too.

Lebo Mogashoa is determined to become Mr. South Africa.

Lisa Muchoki realizes the true dangers of her job.

Podcast # 999

Calling In: The Moth Podcast Aug 21, 2026

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On this episode, we explore The Moth Pitchline, the place where anyone, anywhere, can pitch us their story. We'll feature a story that came from a pitch, as well as a couple of pitches that caught our ears. If you'd like to pitch us, just go to themoth.org/pitchline and follow the instructions there. This episode was hosted by Chloe Salmon.

Storytellers:

Sophia Romero decides what to do with the placenta in the back of her fridge.

In addition, we featured story pitches from Michael Ivory, Kathy Etheridge, Carla Brizuela-Perez, and Martha Ruiz-Perilla.

Podcast # 990

Driven: The Moth Radio Hour Aug 18, 2026

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This Episode originally aired on January 17th, 2023.

Start your engines! In this hour, stories of being driven -- bound, determined, or literally in the passenger seat of a car. This episode is hosted by Moth Director, Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Juliette Holmes experiences segregation first hand as a child in Georgia.

Tracey Crosier interviews for a radio job and gets more than she bargained for.

Jennifer Leahy deals with the death of a patient for the first time.

Omar Qureshi tries to show his cousin a good time when he visits the US.

Podcast # 800

Schooled: The Moth Podcast Aug 14, 2026

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On this episode, stories of the lessons we learn, both in and out of school. This episode was hosted by Michell Jalowski.
Storytellers:

As teenagers, Cathy Gasiorowicz and her sister Nina create a mime alphabet book… that’s surprisingly morbid.

While a special ed teacher in Chicago, Annie Tan fights an unsupportive principal to provide more resources for her students.

Romy Negrin and her Latin Club compete in the highest division.

Podcast # 994

Soul Searching, Soul Food, and the Upside Down: The Moth Radio Hour Aug 11, 2026

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In this hour, big risks, long goodbyes, and the anatomy of a straw. 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:

Alzo Slade has questions.

Shaw-naé builds community through her restaurant.

Lekzin Tshokey says goodbye to her grandmother before leaving Bhutan.

Amy Segal reflects on her mother's photo albums.

Podcast # 991

Childhood Crushes: The Moth Podcast Aug 07, 2026

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This episode originally aired on January 15th, 2021

On this episode, stories of childhood crushes and all the fun and embarrassment they entail.

Hosted by: Chloe Salmon

Storytellers:

Tim searches for the perfect gift to impress his crush.

Janine attempts to woo her crush with her dance moves.

All Dressed Up: The Moth Radio Hour Aug 04, 2026

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This episode originally aired on December 13th, 2022.

Don your finest duds! This week, The Moth Radio Hour is all about clothes -- from DIY threads to silk blouses, from a prison visiting room to a runway in France. 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:

Tween Horace Sanders creates a homemade Halloween costume.

Deepa Ambekar is caught off guard by a prison's dress code for visitors.

Zakiya Minifee fails to heed her mother's fashion advice.

Adrienne Burris is certain that her new husband has ruined her favorite blouse.

Graham Shelby joins the football team as a gentle teenager.

Model Norma Jean Darden participates in a historic catwalk battle.

Podcast # 795

Rollerskates and Legacy: The Moth Podcast Jul 31, 2026

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On this episode, we’re featuring two stories from The Moth’s Community Program, both dealing with incarceration. This episode was hosted by Jermaine Archer.

Storytellers:

While in prison, Dolores Canales throws a rollerskating birthday party for her best friend.

Christopher Blackwell reckons with his family's legacy of violent masculinity, linked to their lifelong Eagles fandom. Plus, a live conversation between Christopher Blackwell and Peter Aguero.

Podcast # 992

Feel Good: The Moth Radio Hour Jul 28, 2026

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In this hour, stories to boost the spirit. A cruise to Antarctica, a fresh loaf of bread, and bedtime stories. 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:

Born 50% deaf, Ellis Miller learns what they've been missing.

Ron Hart shares a bedtime ritual with his daughter.

Darrell Thorne performs on an Antarctic cruise… and encounters some choppy seas.

Silvana Clark finds her purpose.

Cormac Stevens discovers the joy of baking bread.

Faye Lane's self esteem is challenged when cast in an unfavorable role in the school musical.

Podcast # 991