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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.
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 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
Storytellers:
Frank Ortega begins his career in the movies.
Brittney Cooper gets an unexpected call from Tyler Perry.
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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.
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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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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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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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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On this episode, unearthing an important part of American history. Plus, we go behind the scenes to learn how a Moth Mainstage story is crafted - and talk about what it takes to make sure a story is heard.
If you'd like to support the important work that The Moth is doing to build empathy and increase connection, please make a donation. Text give24 to 78679.
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This episode was hosted by Jodi Powell.
A special thanks to Crystal Finn, Matilda Matabwa, Pastor Herbert Broome, and Larry Rosen, whose voices we heard in this episode.
Storytellers:
Pastor Herbert Broome realizes that a critical piece of history that he was a part of is omitted in his local museum.
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We've got a special treat for you this episode! We're featuring a recent Los Angeles GrandSLAM - with hosting, audience slips, music, and of course, great stories. The episode was introduced by Sarah Austin Jenness, and the GrandSLAM was hosted by Brian Finkelstein. The musicians in this episode were Alexander Burke, who played the vibraphone, and Eban Schletter, who played the theremin.
Special thanks to Gary Buchler, regional producer of The Moth's Los Angeles slam series.
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Storytellers:
Jess Nurse learns a bit about friendship after your twenties.
David Ambroz finds inner strength in a challenging situation.
Bryan Kett plays disc-golf with some misfits.
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On this episode, we feature two stories all about the hectic, maddening, hair-pulling side of raising kids. Plus, we feature some very special guests reading the credits. This episode was hosted by Kate Tellers.
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Storytellers:
Mary Lea Carroll tries to figure out how her mom raised so many children without absolutely losing it.
PT Smith learns the true meaning of fatherhood.
Special thanks to Fritz & Olai (9), Nilah (8), Iris & Harvey (6), Zelda (4) and Esi (9 months).
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On this episode, to celebrate our inaugural Kansas City StorySLAMs, we're featuring two stories from KC.
If hearing the energy of the crowd (take it from everyone who was there, the show was super fun!) has got you hankering to attend a Kansas City StorySLAM, just go to themoth.org/kansascity for tickets and dates.
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Storytellers:
Glenn North learns a hard lesson involving a dirtbike.
Sue Marie Moreno helps found a nurturing community.
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In this episode, we're featuring two stories from young people that were developed as part of The Moth Story Lab. If you're interested in participating or know of a young person who might be, just go to themoth.org/education for more information.
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Host: Ana Stern
Storytellers:
Aravah Chaiken learns a lesson about math and life.
Iris Hernandez takes a trip to Puerto Rico.
The Moth Story Lab is a free workshop program for high-school students grades 10-12. If you’re in NYC it’s in person, and if you’re anywhere else in the country, it’s a virtual workshop. For 8 weeks, participants develop, practice, and share their personal narratives, with coaching, games, and a final telling that can be open to friends and family.
Go to themoth.org/education for more information.. The deadline to signup is September 22nd.
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In honor of summer vacation, this episode we’re heeding the advice of innumerable super bowl winners and taking a trip to Disney World, with three stories all about the magic kingdom, and the complex emotions that arise when we visit a place of fantasy and forced wonder.
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Host:
Kate Tellers
Storytellers:
Sara Rae Lancaster’s grandfather takes one last trip to Disney World.
Michelle Ephraim takes her parents to Disney’s Haunted Mansion, and learns a little something about them.
Jessi Klein is reluctant to attend her sister's wedding in Disney World.
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In this special episode, we celebrate four weeks of competition, daring, and perseverance by sharing three stories all about the Olympics. Hosted by actor, storyteller, and Olympian Aimee Mullins, we'll explore the joy of marching in the opening ceremony, the strange pull of Kristi Yamaguchi, and the indomitable nature of the Olympic spirit.
Host:
Aimee Mullins
Storytellers:
Juliet Hochman trains for the Olympics, and finds support in her family.
Mandy Hu realizes something profound about herself when she watches Kristi Yamaguchi on television.
Aimee Mullins explores her changing relationship with her prosthetic legs.
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