--- This episode is available on your local radio station, PRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on Spotify, Apple and iHeart on 12/24/24 ---

In this hour, windows into new or unfamiliar worlds. Behind the scenes at a haunted attraction, back of house at a Portland restaurant, and the thrills of Christian puppetry. This episode is hosted by Moth Director Chloe Salmon. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Amir Baghdadchi takes on a frightening new gig.

Michael Maina realizes he's in over his head at his first job after medical school.

Katy Strange desperately wants to join her church's Christian puppet team. 

Jenny Nguyen pursues her dream of becoming a chef, from kitchens in Portland to Vietnam, and back.