Planning For Uncertainty

by Brian Hecht

A boy attempts to take control of his life by planning the perfect Bar Mitzvah. This story was produced in collaboration with the World Science Festival.

Head of Clay

by Jay Martel

A man reluctantly inherits a 40 pound statue.

The Candy Bar

by Alexandra Rosas

A child feels responsible for her father’s troubles.

Unusual Normality

by Ishmael Beah

Ishmael Beah comes to New York as a teenager after years of fighting as a child soldier in Sierra Leone and gets a second chance at childhood.

An Indomitable Spirit

by Stephanie Summerville

A woman recalls her first kiss.

The Difficult Truth of Art

by Holly Hughes

In 1990 Holly Hughes was awarded her biggest career success yet: an NEA artist grant. But when the grant was revoked by Congress, Holly ends up in front of the Supreme Court.

Aunt Lilly's Teeth

by Boris Timanovsky

Boris finds shielding his wife and new baby from his well-meaning, but often overbearing Russian family is a challenge.

Walking Together

by Truly Johnson

A high school student takes a risk to make a friend.

Walking With RJ

by Stephanie Peirolo

A mother navigates the everyday after her son is gravely injured.

Beneath the Sheets: Klansmen I've Covered

by Jerry Mitchell

When a reporter uncovers unpunished crimes from the Civil Rights Movement, he begins to pursue the suspects and puts himself at great risk.

Becoming My Mother’s Josephine

by Janice Josephine Carney

A Vietnam veteran battles with her identity.

Ode to Stepfather

by Ethan Hawke

A young boy grows up with the influence of a tough stepfather figure.

The Moth and Tour de Fat Reunite for More Summer Hijincks!

Coco

by Carlos Kotkin

A father and son visit an animal shelter. 

The Gold Watch

by Josh Axelrad

A professional gambler finds creative ways to keep himself in the game.

The Interview

by Abhishek Shah

Abhishek Shah finally lands a job interview after graduation. Having practiced and prepared for any situation, he did not anticipate having to go out to sushi.

The Joint Is Jumpin’: The Moth Ball 2013 is here!

The Moth Remembers Ed Koch

All Prisoners Lie

by Ted Conover

While working as a prison guard in Sing Sing, Conover pays a price for the tough attitude he develops as a survival skill.

Jamie Johnson

Jamie Johnson is a documentary filmmaker and the great-grandson of the founder of the Johnson and Johnson pharmaceutical company. His HBO productions, "Born Rich" and "The One Percent," examine wealth and social class in our culture.