The Moth

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Swiftly Flow The Days: The Moth Podcast May 15, 2026

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This episode originally aired on September 25th, 2020.

This week, stories of parenting and being parented. This episode was hosted by the director of MothWorks at The Moth, Kate Tellers, featuring two special surprise guests.

Storytellers:

Caroline Connolly's realize they've forgotten their theater tickets... about 100 miles into the drive to New York City.

Christopher Moncayo-Torres tries to connect with his dad through their shared love of Fiddler on the Roof.

High Wire: The Moth Radio Hour May 12, 2026

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In this hour, stories of leaps of faith, taking risks, and joining the circus. 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:

Tiffany McKinney finds an unconventional way to deal with her grief.

Dave Lara reflects on being a gay man in the Navy during the Vietnam War.

Martha McBrier goes to great heights for her coworkers.

Thirteen year old Arshiya Kapadia contends with the death of her mother.

Podcast # 978

Mothers and Memories with Padma Lakshmi: The Moth Podcast May 08, 2026

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In honor of Mother's Day, we've got a special episode hosted by Padma Lakshmi - a Moth storyteller, author, and the host and judge of America’s Culinary Cup.

From buying cemetery plots, to learning to swim, to a treasured recipe - the three stories you’ll hear are all about motherhood, but they’re about more than that. They’re about the memories mothers and their children share and the legacy we leave behind once the kids grow up.

Storytellers:

Mary Mack has the daunting task of selling her mother’s cemetery plots.

Parvathy Anantnarayan keeps a promise to her son to learn how to swim.

Nikesh Shukla finds a frozen moment in time after the death of his mother.

Like Cats and Dogs: The Moth Radio Hour May 05, 2026

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This Episode originally aired on September 13th, 2022.

In this hour, it's raining cats and dogs! (And a few snakes as well.) Reluctant pet owners, canine companionship, and an elderly cat named Rita. This episode is hosted by Moth storyteller Alistair Bane. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Catherine Palmer applies city girl solutions to country problems.

Jitesh Jaggi has a long and storied history with canines.

Beth Bradley's family gets a dog, to her father's chagrin.

Lisa Schuldt goes for a wintry walk with her dog.

Katie Vaca does not care for cat love.

Patrick Cleary learns to be dangerous from a declawed, aging cat.

Linda Torres is reunited with her dog after a tour in Afghanistan.

Podcast # 782

Cat People: The Moth Podcast May 01, 2026

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To celebrate our feline friends and the sometimes complicated bonds we have with them, we have two stories about cats and cat people. This episode was hosted by Emily Couch

Storytellers:

David Rodriguez and his wife adopt a cat to help with a painful chapter of their lives.

Gianmarco Soresi learns he isn’t a cat person.

Introducing Family Lore Apr 30, 2026

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Family Lore is a weekly narrative podcast that celebrates and investigates ancestral mystique. Each episode begins with a guest sharing a fascinating family legend, followed by a historical deep-dive to uncover the truth and meaning behind the tale. Available now: link.pscrb.fm/f0281/FLFD

Soundtrack to Your Life: The Moth Radio Hour Apr 28, 2026

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In this hour, stories of how music moves us. Guitar lessons, band geeks, and record deals. This episode is hosted by Moth Director Chloe Salmon. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Alistair Bane learns to play the guitar from a punk musician.

Hanif Abdurraqib finds solace in his hometown mall the summer after a family tragedy.

KB Brookins competes to become drum major of their high school's marching band.

Musician Rissi Palmer is offered a life-changing opportunity on her journey to become a country music star.

Podcast # 975

Seen and Unseen: The Moth Podcast Apr 24, 2026

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On this episode we play with the idea of being, and not being, seen. When not being seen or acknowledged shines a light on a deeper social construct - or when being seen can literally put your life in danger. This episode was hosted by Meg Bowles.

Storytellers:

Eliza Reid navigates her sudden, unexpected rise to becoming the First Lady of Iceland, a role with no handbook.

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

Facing the Music: Stories about Coming to Terms: The Moth Radio Hour Apr 21, 2026

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This Episode originally aired on August 2nd, 2022.

In this episode, four storytellers square up to the truth. This hour 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:

EJR David breaks a decades long silence.

Mary Furlong Coomer prepares for her first communion.

Karen Kibaara learns the meaning of invincible.

Colin Channer stages a perfect heist.

Podcast # 776

The Moth Podcast: Technology Fails Apr 17, 2026

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This episode originally aired on September 13th 2019.

This week, two stories of when technology really isn't the answer. This episode was hosted by Dan Kennedy.

Storytellers: Jill Bergman, Aylie Baker