Can't Help Falling in Love

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In honor of Valentine's Day, let The Moth whisper sweet somethings in your ear(buds). Stories of falling in love, enduring devotion, and romance that blooms in the most unlikely places—or between the most unlikely people. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Inclement weather threatens David Greco's romantic plans for Jazz Fest. 
Eva Santiago reconnects with an old friend who is now in prison. 
Paola Ayala is worried that her mother found a private letter.  
Auburn Sheaffer and her husband share an unlikely first home. 
Matthew Mercier uncovers his parents' love story. 


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Stories in this Episode

04:12
The Secret Letter

by Paola Ayala

Paola Ayala is worried that her mother found a private letter.  

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11:17
The Final Word Is Love

by Matthew Mercier

Matthew Mercier uncovers his parents' love story. 

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04:12
A Moment in the Rain

by David Greco

Inclement weather threatens David Greco's romantic plans for Jazz Fest. 

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12:33
In a State of Oblivion to the Sounds of Our Laughter

by Eva Santiago

Eva Santiago reconnects with an old friend who is now in prison.

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06:26
While Our Hearts Still Beat

by Auburn Sheaffer

Auburn Sheaffer and her husband share an unlikely first home.

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Extras From This Episode

Can't Help Falling in Love Extras

David Greco

David And His Girlfriend At Jazz Fest In 2014

David and his girlfriend at Jazz Fest in 2014.

Photos Of Davids Girlfriend Mid Dance

Photos of David's girlfriend mid dance.

Eva Santiago

Eva Santiago And Christopher

Eva and Christopher.

Eva And Christopher

Eva and Christopher.

Paola Ayala

Paola And Her Fiance

Paola and her fiance.

Paola And Her Fiance 1

Paola and her fiance.

Paola Ayala And Her Fiance

Paola and her fiance.

Auburn Sheaffer

Auburn And Chuck

Auburn and Chuck.

Matthew Mercier 

Sister Doreen With Children

Sister Doreen with children.

Father John Mercier

Father John Mercier.

Kathy Mcglade Bob Springer 1974

Kathy McGlade Bob Springer 1974.

Sister Doreen With Fellow Sisters Of Mercy

Sister Doreen with Fellow Sisters of Mercy.