Dispatches from the Moth

Explore interviews, storytelling tips, playlists and other Mothy fun curated by our staff and community.

Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Dec 23, 2021

Moth Playlist: Staff Favorites

by The Moth Staff

For Moth staffers, choosing a favorite story is like trying to choose a favorite child, yet we have put together a playlist with some of our most beloved ones. Think of it as our little gift to you.

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Dec 13, 2021

Storytelling School with The Moth: Monthly Storytelling Activity #44

by The Moth Staff

Lesson #44: ACTION: "Victorious"- Wilson Portorreal Happy Holidays from all of us here at Storytelling School with The Moth! As we reach the end of yet another very eventful year, we hope this story will give you the strength to power through. For this month’s blog, we’re taking a look at a story about saving the day. This week’s Storytelling School story is: “Victorious” by Wilson Portorreal Watch the video: Read the transcript of Wilson’s story.

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Dec 09, 2021

Staff Pick: Wisdom

by The Moth Staff

In honor of this month's SLAM theme, Wisdom, we asked Moth staffers for their favorite wise words.

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Dec 08, 2021

Moth Playlist: Wisdom

by The Moth Staff

This week’s SLAM theme is wisdom, so we thought we’d share some stories about lessons learned and moments of illumination.

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Nov 23, 2021

Moth Playlist: Gratitude

by The Moth Staff

“We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures.” ~ Thornton Wilder

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