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: Mar 05, 2021

Fierce! Celebrating Women’s History Month

by The Moth Staff

“I am no bird; and no net ensnares me: I am a free human being with an independent will.” Yes, Charlotte Brontë, preach! This week, in honor of Women’s History Month, our playlist celebrates strong confident women taking flight. @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #FiercePlaylist { width: 350px; }

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Feb 26, 2021

Moth Playlist: Fairy Tales Do Come True

by The Moth

Quirky annual holidays aren’t usually our thing, but Friday, February 26th is National Tell a Fairy Tale Day, and that is one that The Moth can get behind.This week’s playlist features stories about dancing monkeys, haunted forests, mysterious gardens, a magical grandmother, and a prince… @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #FairyTalesPlaylist { width: 350px; }

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Feb 14, 2021

Moth Playlist: Valentine's Day

by The Moth

Love is an all year around kind of thing, of course, but why not get a little extra dose of it when you can? With that in mind, we present this week’s playlist, full of love of all kinds. Think of it as a big audio hug. @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #ValentinesDayPlaylist { width: 350px; }

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Feb 11, 2021

Featured Playlist: The Moth x Prose

by The Moth Staff

Take a closer look! These stories of self expression, personal inquiry and confidence discovered will take your understanding of bravery, beauty and vulnerability to another plane. Presented in partnership with Prose this exclusive Moth playlist will serve as a reminder that true beauty runs deep. To learn more about Prose's personalized haircare or their commitment to celebrating your unique hair story with products designed just for you, click here. You can...

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

Storytelling School with The Moth: Storytelling Activity #34

by Moth EDU

Welcome to the first official 2021 Storytelling School with The Moth! If you were as blown away as we were by the performance of Amanda Gorman, National Youth Poet Laureate, at the inauguration a few weeks ago, you’re going to love her Moth story about putting yourself out there, trying your best, and ending up where you’re meant to be.

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