The Eulogy

by Wendy Suzuki

Wendy Suzuki describes her relationship to her emotions as "a struggle for control."

Surprise at My Dissertation Defense

by Marissa

Marissa sees more of her mother than she'd like at her dissertation defense. 

End of the Line

by Jo Richards

Jo Richards has trouble saying "no."

Wrong Way Up

by Gbenga Akinnagbe

On his way to a meeting at Warner Bros., Gbenga Akinnagbe ends up stranded on the side of a mountain.

Doubt the Doubt

by Azhar Bande-Ali

Azhar Bande-Ali creates an embarrassing situation over e-mail

Cringeworthy Extras

Cringeworthy

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The Germans have a word for second-hand embarrassment -- Fremdschämen! This hour may have you blushing on our storytellers' behalves. Wince-worthy moments from the halls of academia to a foreign train station, and a reminder to ALWAYS check who you're emailing before you hit "send." 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.

Marissa sees more of her mother than she'd like at her dissertation defense. 

Azhar Bande-Ali creates an embarrassing situation over e-mail.

On his way to a meeting at Warner Bros., Gbenga Akinnagbe ends up stranded on the side of a mountain.

Jo Richards has trouble saying "no."

Wendy Suzuki describes her relationship to her emotions as "a struggle for control."

The Moth Podcast: Instrumental

Mari Black

Instrumental

by Alistair Bane

Alistair Bane learns to play the guitar from a punk musician.

The Fiddler is Always Right

by Mari Black

Mari Black performs in a fiddle contest as a 6-year-old.

The Moth Podcast: Instrumental

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On this episode, we celebrate musicians with two stories about learning to play an instrument. Plus, we feature some music by Mazz Swift, recorded at a recent Moth Mainstage.

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Host: Michelle Jalowski

Storytellers:

Alistair Bane learns to play the guitar from a punk musician. 

Mari Black performs in a fiddle contest as a 6-year-old.

Storytelling: Truth, transformation, and a haircut

by Aleeza Kazmi

In this episode, Aleeza and Fonzo discuss how storytelling changed their lives and share how they first met. Fonzo recounts a particularly memorable haircut, and Aleeza tells us about being crush-crazy. Plus, conversations about expressing who you really are.

Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo

Storytellers: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo

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Family and Food: Dinner, drama, and deliciousness

Apple cake. Pizza. Dinner parties. In this mouthwatering (sorry) episode, food connects everyone. Luna Azcurrain creates a Thanksgiving tradition with her grandfather, and Lu Levin desperately tries to grow up. We visit a food festival, and Aleeza and Fonzo talk about their families.

Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo

Storytellers: Luna Azcurrain and Lu Levin

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At Home In Your Body: Puberty, body image, and swimsuits

Bodies, bodies, bodies. This episode is all about feeling comfortable in your own skin. Annie Beyer-Chafets undergoes an important surgery, and Adia Heyliger talks about body positivity. After that, we get real about body changes, and Fonzo and Aleeza discuss puberty.

Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo

Storytellers: Annie Beyer-Chafets and Adia Heyliger

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Culture and Identity: Periods, religion, and personal boundaries

Natural hair. A culture festival. Middle school jerks. In this episode, we hear stories of culture, identity, and how the two intertwine. Oleeta Fogden gets her first period, and Katiana Ciceron talks about the time her pastor touched her hair. Then, Aleeza and Fonzo get an update from Katiana on how she feels about her story now.

Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo

Storytellers: Oleeta Fogden and Katiana Ciceron

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Secrets: Diaries, Twilight, and prom

by The Moth

Shhhhh. In this episode, we spill the tea. Shania tells us about getting her sibling ready for a dance, and Tim Manley’s love takes on a physical form. Plus, we step out into NYC to hear some secrets, and Aleeza reads excerpts from her diary. (Yes, there’s Twilight involved.)

Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo

Storytellers: Shania and Tim Manley

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Butterflies

by Aleeza Kazmi

Aleeza tells us about being crush-crazy.

Put to the Test

--- 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 8/27/24 ---

In this hour, stories of testing one's own limitations and discovering new wells of strength and resolve. 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.

Living on the 44th floor, Lucy Danser has to face her fear of elevators. 

Albert Fox Cahn finds unexpected motivation to turn his health crisis around. 

Quratulain Fatima grows up refusing to take no for an answer.

Tim FitzHigham takes on 10 world record holders. 

Lamar Sloss

Lamar Sloss is a business college graduate from Tennessee currently operating Fromagio’s Artisan Cheese in Anchorage. He has been working in the culinary industry for over ten years now but still considers himself a student of the craft. Before acquiring Fromagio's, Lamar operated a crepe catering company that hosted popup events at local breweries and coffee shops utilizing as much local ingredients possible to combat Alaska’s food insecurities. He and his wife, Samantha, have three children.