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The Moth Podcast: Cycling

On this episode, in celebration of the Tour de France, we’re taking a ride with three stories all centered around biking. This episode is hosted by Emily Couch.

Storytellers:

Noa Gilbert organizes a protest to save a protected bike lane.

Rebecca Sacks got into a bike accident and discovers something about her community.

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

 

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The Moth Podcast: Joy and Pain

A few days ago, we aired an episode of the Moth Radio Hour called “Human + Nature” - where we shared some stories about humans, nature, and human nature. But, for this podcast, we’re taking a different look at that topic, as we explore the dark side of two of life’s most natural joys – sex and laughter. This episode is hosted by Kate Tellers.

Storytellers:

Becky Feldman hires an escort to help her rediscover her body.

Adrianne McGillis’ father's favorite joke lands him in the hospital.

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The Moth Podcast: Jaws

This summer marks the 50th anniversary of the release of Jaws in theaters. And you know what that means, stories about TEETH. Because sharks are scary, but dental work is the real horror. This episode is hosted by Suzanne Rust.

Storytellers:

Alexis Traussi has jaw surgery

Shania Russell delays some dental work

Anagha Mahajan has a biking accident and ends up in the ER

 

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The Moth Podcast: Pride and Family

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On this episode, we celebrate Pride Month, with three stories all about the joys of LGBTQ+ family - from long-term partnerships, to raising children, to friendships that become a found family. This episode is hosted by Marc Sollinger.

Storytellers:

Gary Bremen and his partner go on vacation and lose something important .

Carly Spotts-Falzone recounts the joys of growing up with two dads.

Chris Conde finds comfort and strength in a friend, and in drag.

 

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The Moth Podcast: Hoses and Home Ec

On this episode... two stories, one about a Home Economics class, the other about a sibling rivalry. This episode is hosted by Suzanne Rust.

Storytellers:

Suzanne Ketchum Adams learns to stand up for herself in a Home Ec class.

Jeff Rose’s mother tells him not to ruin his nice suit for Church.

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The Moth Podcast: AAPI Voices

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In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we’ll be sharing three stories from AAPI storytellers - which take place everywhere from a Korean Spa to a crisis hotline. This episode was hosted by Chloe Salmon.

Storytellers:

Helen Langley Wyss finds confidence at a jimjilbang.

Hari Sanghvi resents the sound of his own voice, until he’s able to help someone in crisis.

Wendy Suzuki studies memory as a doctor, and finds a new way of looking at her work when she’s confronted with her own father's memory loss.

 

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The Moth Podcast: More Mothers

On this episode… more mothers.. A few days ago, we aired an episode of The Moth Radio Hour called “Mama Bears” - where we shared some stories about the archetype of protective mothers. But, for Mother’s Day, we’re expanding that category… with stories about how being a mom, and having a mom, can be a lot. This episode is hosted by Jenifer Hixson.

Storytellers:

Melanie Kostrzewa learns some lessons about motherhood from her neighborhood ice cream man.

Marie Dennehy deals with a mother undergoing mental health issues.

Marya Morris is in over her head as a new stay-at-home stepmom.

 

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The Moth Podcast: Grocery Trips and Italian Trysts

This week's stories are going to take us from a sexy Italian tryst, to a life-changing realization. From learning to love, to learning to accept help from others. This episode was hosted by Michelle Jalowski.

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Storytellers:

Julie Baker learns to come to terms with her blind cane.

Hanna Bowens goes to Italy to meet someone she met on a dating app.

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The Moth Podcast: National Parks Week

In honor of National Parks Week, we've got three stories, all about our National Parks, and why they matter. 

This episode was hosted by Tim Lopez. 


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Storytellers: 
Kathy Nicarry finds strength in Yellowstone National Park.
Tim Lopez is feeling a bit lost, and then becomes a Park Ranger in California. 
95 year old park ranger Betty Reid Soskin squares off with an intruder. 

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The Moth Podcast: March Madness

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March Madness has us thinking about threes, dunks, and triple-doubles… but March is also Women’s History Month, so we’re thinking about basketball in a slightly different way. So we've got two stories all about women's basketball. This episode was hosted by Sarah Jane Johnson.

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Storytellers:

Toya Chester tries to score 1000 points in her college basketball career.

Dame Wilburn learns how to play basketball.

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The Moth Podcast: Family Matters

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On this episode, we’re talking family. Finding, reconnecting, and standing up for family. From a conflict in Eastern Europe, to a surprise email, we're learning why family matters. This episode was hosted by Jodi Powell.

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Storytellers:

Alicia Kenworthy gets some unexpected news from Germany.

Stacy Staggs learns to live with her nephew.

Marko Ivanov takes care of his brother in a war-torn region.

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The Moth Podcast: A Blue Bonus

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On this bonus episode, in honor of The Blue Man Group's NYC exit, we're playing a favorite story about, you guessed it, The Blue Man Group. This episode was hosted by Marc Sollinger.

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Storyteller:

After many years in the legendary Blue Man Group, John Grady makes a profound connection with an audience member.

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The Moth Podcast: At The Movies

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The Oscars have got us thinking all about the magic of cinema, and we’ve got two stories on the power of film, and the hold it has on people. 

So whether your favorite movie of 2024 was I Saw The TV Glow, Challengers, or Sing Sing - the actual best film of 2024, get your popcorn out, and get ready to watch a, well, listen to, a story.

This episode was hosted by Emily Couch

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Storytellers:

Frank Ortega begins his career in the movies.

Brittney Cooper gets an unexpected call from Tyler Perry.

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The Moth Podcast: Growing Up

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On this episode, in honor of Black History Month, we’ll be showcasing three stories from Black storytellers, all on the universal theme of growing up. This episode was hosted by Suzanne Rust.

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Storytellers:

Whitney Mcguire comes to terms with her buddhism.

Aubrianna Piton cleans up garbage for the summer and reconsiders her relationship to food waste. 

Jacoby Cochran and his family build a home at Rich City Skate. 

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The Moth Podcast: Timeless Love

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On this Valentine's Day, two stories about timeless love. Love that lasts a lifetime, and love that ends after a few days. This episode is hosted by Kate Tellers.

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Storytellers:

Tate Russell encounters some drama in high school drama.

Steve Glickman deals with his parents after moving back in with them.

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The Moth Podcast: Football!

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In honor of the big game, we’ve got a special moth episode filled with true stories all about football, family, and growing up.

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Storytellers:

Dame Wilburn gets hit hard while playing tackle football.

Tina Moore gets into fantasy football.

Adam Bottner makes an immaculate connection in an unlikely place.

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The Moth Podcast: Putting on our Dancing Shoes

On this episode - we’ll put on our dance shoes, we’ll find our pelvis, and we’ll find the joy and the self-expression that anybody, at any age, can get from dance. This episode is hosted by Blaze Ferrer.

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Storytellers:

Katie Rivard finds herself through dance.

Jessica Ribera lives out her dreams as an understudy.

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The Moth Podcast: Resolutions

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For the New Year, we've got two stories about resolving to quit some bad habits. This episode is hosted by Michelle Jalowski.

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Storytellers:

Ian Stewart does his best to quit smoking.

Melissa Earley learns some lessons on a post-divorce vacation.

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The Moth Podcast: Gifts and Gratitude

On this episode, two stories about being grateful, especially around the holidays. This episode is hosted by Christina Norman.

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Storytellers:

Stephanie Garibaldi’s daughter has a sneaky plan for Santa.

Justin Werfel tries to impress his father with a gift.

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Bonus Episode: The Moth Wrapped

Read the transcript here.On this episode, we play one of our most shared stories of 2024

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Wilderness guide Monte Montepare takes inexperienced hikers on a glacier expedition.

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