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: Oct 28, 2019

Global Spotlight: Meet our host, Adelle Onyango

by The Moth Staff

Meet Adelle Onyango, host of The Moth’s upcoming Mainstage show in Nairobi! Adelle was part of The Moth Global Program’s Gender Equity storytelling workshop in Naivasha, Kenya, last year — and she just told one of her stories at The Moth Mainstage last month in New York City during the UN General Assembly. She’s Moth family! Outside of The Moth, Adelle is a Kenyan media personality who has gained international recognition for her efforts to empower Kenyan women and youth. She founded...

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Aug 19, 2019

Honoring World Humanitarian Day 2019

by The Moth Staff

In our latest playlist, we're honoring World Humanitarian Day 2019. These storytellers — who are champions for humanitarian aid — come from The Moth's Global Community program.From advocating for people affected by HIV/AIDS, running for elected office, and rebalancing the ecosystem, these individuals demonstrate the spirit needed for to make lasting change. @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #prideplaylist { width: 350px; }

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Jul 30, 2019

Playlist: The Moth Celebrates International Friendship Day 2019!

by The Moth Staff

In this playlist, we're paying homage to the lifelong buddy, the ride-or-die, the one who lends an ear, or a shoulder to cry on, to help see us through the worst. We're celebrating the International Day of Friendship, July 30, as established by the United Nations in 2011. From sneaking out to see concerts, to connecting with a death row inmate, or sharing tastes in romantic partners, true friendship spans time, space, culture, and class, and can pave the way to a brighter world. We...

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