The Moth Playlist: Masqueraded!

Elike Malesi Isamula

Elika Malesi currently works as an administrator at Mission of Hope International. She is also pursuing a Master's of Arts in Gender and Development Studies at Kenyatta University. Outside of her profession, she is involved in charity work, volunteering at Precious Sisters and as a mentor at Inua Kike. She also enjoys dancing.

Sharon Zegen

Bill Dempsey

BILL DEMPSEY is a married father of two who lives in Stamford, Connecticut and works as a producer at Showtime Networks. As a kid, he won a writing competition for his short story, The Adventures of Captain Clue, and has been chasing the high ever since. He spends his free time looking for a pair of sunglasses that don't look stupid on his face.

Mike Wang

Richard Westcott

Living The Dream

by Sharon Zegen

Sharon Zegen learns the meaning of the phrase "be careful what you wish for."

Dancing in the Dark

by Richard Westcott

Richard Westcott falls in love with dancing. 

Love Between the Lines

by Mike Wang

Mike Wang struggles with how to express his love for his father. 

Lessons From A First Date

by Elike Malesi Isamula

Elika Malesi Isamula steps out of her comfort zone and goes on a date.

Sympathy Card Plagiarist

by Bill Dempsey

Bill Dempsey is unsure how to handle a case of mistaken identity.

Not as They Seem Extras

Not as They Seem

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In this episode, stories of hidden truths, white lies, and defied expectations—on dates, at a wake, and on the dance floor. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

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Sharon Zegen learns the meaning of the phrase "be careful what you wish for."

Bill Dempsey is unsure how to handle a case of mistaken identity.

Isamula Elika Malesi steps out of her comfort zone and goes on a date.

Mike Wang struggles with how to express his love for his father. 

Richard Westcott falls in love with dancing. 

Jim Beebe-Woodard

Food for Thought

by Jim Beebe-Woodard

Jim Beebe-Woodard’s parents teach him a lesson about empathy and care for others. 

The Healing Power Of Bread

by Richard Cardillo

Richard Cardillo heals through the act of giving bread. 

Giving Back: Jim Beebe-Woodard and Richard Cardillo Extras

Giving Back: Jim Beebe-Woodard and Richard Cardillo

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On this episode, we feature two stories all about giving back. Hosted by the Moth’s Director of Development, Lee Ann Gullie.

If the transformative power of storytelling has reached you or you would like to ensure it reaches others, please make a donation to The Moth today. Text GIVE23 to 78679 to make a fully tax-deductible donation and help ensure our continued work to nurture empathy and build community.

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Storytellers:

Jim Beebe-Woodard’s parents teach him a lesson about empathy and care for others.

Richard Cardillo heals through the act of giving bread.

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Confrontations

--- This episode is available on your local radio station, on PRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on iTunes | Spotify | RadioPublic | RSS --- 11/7/23 ---

In this hour, stories of war, face-offs, and confronting the demons within. A man must come to terms with his sexuality (as well as those who judge him), a woman learns that her ladylike upbringing has lasting marks, and a child fights to survive The Killing Fields of Cambodia. This hour is hosted by The Moth's former Artistic Director, Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

After finally accepting his sexuality, Pádraig Ó'Tuama uses language to heal rather than harm.

Tricia Rose Burt attempts to break the strictures of her Southern upbringing.

Arn Chorn-Pond uses his musical gift to survive the Khmer Rouge.