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Women in the World
A special episode featuring stories from women around the world. Resilient children, computer crashes, swimming lessons, life after a house fire, standing up to bullies and accepting help from strangers. Hosted by The Moth’s Executive Producer Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Katie Smith struggles to survive in an abusive home.
Catherine Palmer suffers a computer failure while working on her Phd.
Cal Wilson is inspired by her five year old son to take swimming lessons.
Liz Allen is a kid when her house burns down.
Kusum Thapa is a doctor in Nepal who advocates for victims of sexual abuse.
Beverly Engelman is a fiercely independent octogenarian who needs help from her neighbors after a stroke.