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09:35
Hope in Harlan
Shaylan Clark grows up in Harlan County, where every family has at least one coal miner.
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The Moth Podcast: Kansas City
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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.
Storytellers:
Glenn North learns a hard lesson involving a dirtbike.
Sue Marie Moreno helps found a nurturing community.
The Moth Radio Hour
Rooted in the Past
--- This episode is available on your local radio station, PRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on Spotify, Apple and iHeart on 9/24/24 ---
In this hour, stories of the past echoing into our present. A history lost to slavery, modern life clashing with religion, going from a party lifestyle to a corporate gig, and using memories of an injury to help others. This hour is hosted by Moth Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
After a trip to Senegal's Door of No Return, Hannah Drake tries to piece together a family history obliterated by slavery.
Craig Mangum explores his relationship to Mormonism and its sacred garments.
Luanne Sims has to grow up fast when she gets her first real job.
Dan Ariely is called upon to help a fellow burn survivor.
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The Gatherings
--- This episode is available on your local radio station, PRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on Spotify, Apple and iHeart on 9/17/24 ---
Gather 'round for an episode of The Moth Radio Hour with stories of coming together-- in sadness, in celebration, in faith and in the nude. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Kate Tellers. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Bonnie Levison takes a risk and stands tall … and nude.
Adam Bottner makes an immaculate connection in an unlikely place.
Sister Laurena discovers a new relationship with her faith by changing a habit.
Oleeta Fogden's much anticipated party for her first period does not go as planned.
After receiving a devastating diagnosis, Mary Shaughnessy learns to lean on her community.
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The Moth Podcast: A Story Laboratory
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The Moth Podcast: A Story Laboratory
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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.
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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A Love Letter to My People
After receiving a devastating diagnosis, Mary Shaughnessy learns to lean on her community.
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A Painful Period
Oleeta Fogden's much anticipated party for her first period does not go as planned.
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It’s Not What You Wear
Sister Laurena discovers a new relationship with her faith by changing a habit.
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06:25
My Almost Immaculate Bar Mitzvah Reception
by Adam Bottner
Adam Bottner makes an immaculate connection in an unlikely place.
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The Games We Play
--- This episode is available on your local radio station, PRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on Spotify, Apple and iHeart on 9/10/24 ---
In this hour: win, lose or draw! Stories of competition and play. Family pranks, high school Latin, college track, and the need for approval. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Joey Garfield is invited to play with the cool kids.
Tod Kelly seeks justice for a decades-old prank.
Romy Negrin and her Latin Club compete in the highest division.
Tahmin Ullah risks her relationship with her mom when she takes up running.
Abhishek Shah hatches a plan to win over his fiancée's family.
Grown Podcast
Nerding Out: Passions, Obsessions, and Media
Anime. The Jonas Brothers. Twilight. We'll figure out how your passions shape who you are. Abigail Loor shares a story about finding a space in an anime convention and Roger Lam wears his superhero t-shirts with pride. Plus, Fonzo talks One Piece and David Lepelstat goes to the Brooklyn Comic Con.
Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo
Storytellers: Abigail Loor and Roger Lam
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In this hour: win, lose or draw! Stories of competition and play. Family pranks, high school Latin, college track, and the need for approval. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Joey Garfield is invited to play with the cool kids.
Tod Kelly seeks justice for a decades-old prank. Romy Negrin and her Latin Club compete in the highest division.
Tahmin Ullah risks her relationship with her mom when she takes up running.
Abhishek Shah hatches a plan to win over his fiancée's family.
Airdate: 9/1/20
Grown Podcast
Outside Looking In: FOMO, Friends, and Falling Outs
FOMO. Friend fallouts. Feeling like you don't belong. We'll find out what happens when you're on the outside looking in. Moth EDU Storyteller Anaïs Cerina Irizarry Austin listens to some cool music and Hannah Citron understands a squid. Plus, Aleeza and Fonzo talk about the times when they tried to fit in.
Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo
Storytellers: Anaïs Cerina Irizarry Austin and Hannah Citron