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Summer has us thinking about travel… about vacations, beach trips, BBQs and picnics, starry nights in the great outdoors, and exploring other countries. But also, it has us thinking about what makes travel special - the people you visit, and the people you travel with. So, in this episode, two stories about trips and sojourns in which the meaning and memories are made because of friends and family.
This episode was hosted by Sarah Austin Jenness.
Storytellers:
Caroline Connolly spends a summer with her grandma - drinking coffee, strolling the mall and making memories.
Marjory Cohen goes on a special trip to Vegas with a friend.
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In this hour, finding one's place among family. Caregivers, care recipients, and stewards of cremains. This episode is hosted by Moth Artistic Director Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
After her sari ceremony and debutante ball, Swapna Kakani realizes what coming of age really means.
Roz Chast isn't sure where to lay her parents to rest.
Zellia Enjoli Tatiana's role of "older sister" gets put to the test.
Adam Wade is an awkward teen who spends every weekend with his adoring grandma and her sister.
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This week, stories all about making it work in the city.
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Hosted by: Jodi Powell
Storytellers: David Brown, Randi Skaggs
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On this episode, we’re putting on our masks, getting our makeup ready, and donning our costumes. This episode was hosted by Kate Tellers.
Storytellers:
Annie Wiborg learns that dressing up as McGruff the Crime Dog is a bit more difficult than it might appear.
Paul Davis struggles to reconcile his dreams of being an artist with his day job as a party clown.
If you'd like to check out more of Paul Davis' work, you can look him up on instagram at: @pauldavisfilmmaker
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This episode is all about cars - the places they take us and the memories we make along the way.
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Hosted by: Chloe Salmon
Storytellers: Oscar Saavedra, Nina Slowinski
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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