Dispatches from the Moth

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Nov 25, 2020

The Moth's Social Justice Commitment

by The Moth

Updated Post - 11/25/2020 Dear Moth Community, Since its inception The Moth has been dedicated to not only elevating diverse voices, but to trying to build bridges of understanding across racial and socioeconomic divides through true, personal storytelling. Now, as Black Lives Matter and various social justice movements continue to challenge the moral, cultural, legal and social entitlements that deny racial justice to millions, The Moth holds tighter than ever...

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Oct 16, 2020

Moth Playlist: Fortitude

by The Moth Staff

When life throws punches (and wow, does it ever), you’ve got to make like Muhammad Ali–float like a butterfly, sting like a bee, and put up your dukes.Because we think that everyone could use a little strength and encouragement these days, this week’s playlist features storytellers who went the 12 rounds and came out champions. @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #FortitudePlaylist { width: 350px; }...

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Oct 02, 2020

Moth Playlist: The Dating Game

by The Moth Staff

“Find me a find, catch me a catch.” That’s what the best matchmakers do, but most people are out there struggling on their own, searching for a soulmate, or at the very least, a decent date, and the results are story-worthy. This week’s playlist features adventures about the ups and downs of looking for love. @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #TheDatingGamePlaylist { width: 350px; }...

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Sep 18, 2020

Moth Playlist: Oops

by The Moth Staff

Mistakes, we’ve made a few…and while we’re not one hundred percent certain that,“what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger,” we are sure that there is probably a good story in there somewhere. This week’s playlist joyfully exposes some of life’s imperfect moments. @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #OopsPlaylist { width: 350px; }...

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Sep 05, 2020

Moth Playlist: School Daze

by The Moth Staff

Beyond “The 3Rs” of reading, writing and arithmetic, school is often the first place where we learn about the nuances of life, liberty, race, and even a first kiss…This week’s Playlist explores the diversity of the back-to-school experience. @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #SchoolDazePlaylist { width: 350px; }...

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