The Push and the Pull - Mary Ann Ludwig Photo By Jason Falchook

“But I'm going to be in a funeral home with aunts, uncles, cousins, immediate family whose IQs are just unbelievable, and I'm not quite sure if I can hold my own.”

The Push and the Pull

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In this hour, stories of strength of will, crystallizing under pressure, and the power of intentionally directed anger. This episode is hosted by Moth Artistic Director, Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

As he raises his strong-willed daughter, R.A. Villanueva remembers the other powerful women in his life.  

Mary Ann Ludwig reaches her potential during a funerary mishap.

Self-described unathletic man, Steve Clark, signs up for the Philadelphia marathon. 

Amber Phillips learns the art of tension. 

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Stories in this Episode

13:44
Offerings

by R.A. Villanueva

As he raises his strong-willed daughter, R.A. Villanueva remembers the other powerful women in his life.  

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08:28
What a Way to Go

by Mary Ann Ludwig

Mary Ann Ludwig reaches her potential during a funerary mishap.

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06:13
Rocky, The Lag Bus, and Me

by Steve Clark

Self-described unathletic man, Steve Clark, signs up for the Philadelphia marathon. 

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11:23
Angry

by Amber Phillips

Amber Phillips learns the art of tension. 

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Extras From This Episode

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Steve Clark

Steve At The Marathon

Steve at the marathon.

Steve Clark At The Finish Line Of The Philadelphia Marathon

Steve Clark at the finish line of the Philadelphia Marathon.