Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Jun 12, 2020
by The Moth Staff
While big parades and festivities may be put on hold this month, it is important to remember that Pride is much more than a celebration of queer culture. It also commemorates the Stonewall Riots, where hundreds stood up against injustice and police brutality for the right to be themselves; it’s a moment to honor the work of pioneering activists like Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera and others.
It is also a time for a good playlist! Here are some of our favorite stories from the LGBTQ communit...
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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Jun 09, 2020
by The Moth Staff
Lesson #17: BELIEVE IN YOURSELF: "Theory of Change"- Journey Jamison
Welcome back to Storytelling School with The Moth! We are in the midst of a difficult time that can feel hard to process, both for ourselves and for our young people. For this week’s blog, we’re taking a look at a story about a young person making a difference in her community.
This week’s Storytelling School story is:
“Theory of Change” by Journey Jamison You can re...
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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Jun 05, 2020
by The Moth Staff
As people all over the world take to the streets to demand justice for George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery, we are reminded of the words of Frederick Douglas: “Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will.”
This week’s playlist, with stories from people from all walks of life, celebrates fighting for what’s right, speaking up and speaking out, and challenging the societal and cultural constraints that can hold us back. Here’s to fighting the power.
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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Jun 02, 2020
by The Moth Staff
Lesson #16: INSPIRATION: "Ruby Bridges’ Influence" - Valarie Walker
Welcome back to Storytelling School with The Moth! We are in the midst of a difficult time that can feel hard to process, both for ourselves and for our young people. For this week’s blog, we’re taking a look at a story about meeting a hero who left an indelible mark on history. This story is also in a new Moth playlist, Say It Out Loud, featuring experiences from people of color in...
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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: May 29, 2020
by The Moth Staff
This week’s news cycle, with the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis and the incident with Christian Cooper in Central Park, is further proof that our country has a painfully long way to go when it comes to issues of race, entitlement and privilege. We believe that telling stories, and listening to others share theirs, fosters empathy and puts us all on a path to deeper understanding and compassion. We hope that this week’s playlist gives everyone a moment to reflect.
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