Dame Wilburn

Dame Wilburn is a storyteller, Moth Mainstage host, The Moth Podcast host and host of her own podcast, Dame's Eclectic Brain (6 Episodes). Her storytelling began as a way of keeping cool in the summertime on her grandmother's porch in Macon, Ga. She has completed two residencies for storytellers: one at Serenbe outside of Atlanta, Georgia, and one with AIR Trez in Almont, Michigan. Dame has also presented storytelling for the University of Iowa and UCLA. She lives in Detroit, Michigan.

Black Vader

by Dame Wilburn

Dame Wilburn has a startling encounter with Darth Vader.

Pick and Roll

by Dame Wilburn

Dame Wilburn learns how to play basketball.

The Curse

by Dame Wilburn

Dame Wilburn is told that she is cursed and decides to try and lift the curse herself.

Tackling Buddha

by Dame Wilburn

Dame Wilburn gets hit hard while playing tackle football.

Dragon Wings

by Dame Wilburn

Dame Wilburn fakes her college graduation to avoid her mother's wrath.

Blackie the Pig

by Dame Wilburn

Dame Wilburn visits Macon, Georgia for a summer and gets an unconventional pet.

An Egg Too Far

by Dame Wilburn

Dame Wilburn and her wife decide to raise chickens in Detroit.

A Detroiter in Paris

by Dame Wilburn

Dameon takes a trip to Paris.

Moths in Flight

December 8, 2015

Pagan Fundraisers, Blue Haired Boy, Autism and Oscar

A woman visits a fortuneteller and is told she is cursed, a stay-at-home mother contemplates becoming a minister, the father of an autistic child describes his son’s perilous adventure and a woman takes in a history buff in need of shelter. This hour includes an interview with Patricia Wheeler, Michigan StorySLAM producer. Hosted by Senior Producer, Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

The Motor City That Never Sleeps: Isabelle Raphael & Michelle Robertson

This week, Dan introduces a new host to the Moth Podcast, long-time Moth family member Dame Wilburn. The two discuss hosting shows for the Moth and present stories from their respective homes of New York and Detroit.

Hosted by: Dan Kennedy, Dame Wilburn

Storytellers: Isabelle Raphael, Michelle Robertson

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School’s Out!

This week, two stories from school days just in time for summer vacation.

Hosted by: Dame Wilburn

Storytellers: Joanna Courteau, Gabe Mollica

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Assumptions

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This week, we have two stories about assumptions, and you know what they say about assuming…

Hosted by: Dame Wilburn

Storytellers: Adam Ross, Steven Anderson

Making Waves: Matty Struski & Javier Morillo

This week, we have two stories about the times when small actions make big waves. It’s not too late to register to vote!

Hosted by: Dame Wilburn

Storytellers: Matty Struski, Javier Morillo

All Hallows' Eve: Nelson Lugo & Phil Plait

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This week, we're celebrating the many faces and names of the spookiest time of the year with stories that make us question our world view. Dame Wilburn hosts to tell us abut her community of witches and what this holiday means to them. Happy Birthday, Dame!

Hosted by: Dame Wilburn

Storytellers: Nelson Lugo, Phil Plait

Black History Month 2020: Devan Sandiford & Al Sharpton

This week, we celebrate Black History Month with two stories about learning lessons and fighting the good fight.

Hosted by: Dame Wilburn

Storytellers: Devan Sandiford, Rev. Al Sharpton

Black History Month 2020: Devan Saniford & Al Sharpton extras

This week, we celebrate Black History Month with two stories about learning lessons and fighting the good fight.

Hosted by: Dame Wilburn

Storytellers: Devan Sandiford, Rev. Al Sharpton

It Takes A Village: Maxie Jones & Bruce Feiller

This week, we're talking about the villages that raise us.

Hosted by Dame Wilburn

Storytellers: Maxie Jones, Bruce Feiler