The Moth | Radio Hour | The Push and the Pull

The Push and the Pull - Mary Ann Ludwig Photo By Jason Falchook

“But I'm going to be in a funeral home with aunts, uncles, cousins, immediate family whose IQs are just unbelievable, and I'm not quite sure if I can hold my own.”

The Push and the Pull

--- This episode is available on your local radio station, on PRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on iTunes | Spotify | RadioPublic | RSS --- on 5/9/23 ---

In this hour, stories of strength of will, crystallizing under pressure, and the power of intentionally directed anger. This episode is hosted by Moth Artistic Director, Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

As he raises his strong-willed daughter, R.A. Villanueva remembers the other powerful women in his life.

Mary Ann Ludwig reaches her potential during a funerary mishap.

Self-described unathletic man, Steve Clark, signs up for the Philadelphia marathon.

Amber Phillips learns the art of tension.