The Moth Radio Hour
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This week, a special episode of The Moth Radio Hour—featuring a live Mainstage show from Anchorage, Alaska. Family ties, king salmon, and cheese. Hosted by Jacoby Cochran with additional hosting by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
On a whim, Lamar Sloss becomes the owner of a cheese shop in Alaska.
Dasha Kelly Hamilton, the Poet Laureate of Wisconsin, moves to Anchorage, undercover.
After the death of her brother, Monica Woo returns to Anchorage.
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by Dasha Kelly
Dasha Kelly Hamilton, the Poet Laureate of Wisconsin, moves to Anchorage, undercover.
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by Lamar Sloss
On a whim, Lamar Sloss becomes the owner of a cheese shop in Alaska.
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by Monica Woo
After the death of her brother, Monica Woo returns to Anchorage.
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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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The Moth Radio Hour
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In this hour, stories of testing one's own limitations and discovering new wells of strength and resolve. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Living on the 44th floor, Lucy Danser has to face her fear of elevators.
Albert Fox Cahn finds unexpected motivation to turn his health crisis around.
Quratulain Fatima grows up refusing to take no for an answer.
Tim FitzHigham takes on 10 world record holders.
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The Moth Radio Hour
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The Germans have a word for second-hand embarrassment -- Fremdschämen! This hour may have you blushing on our storytellers' behalves. Wince-worthy moments from the halls of academia to a foreign train station, and a reminder to ALWAYS check who you're emailing before you hit "send." This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Marissa sees more of her mother than she'd like at her dissertation defense.
Azhar Bande-Ali creates an embarrassing situation over e-mail.
On his way to a meeting at Warner Bros., Gbenga Akinnagbe ends up stranded on the side of a mountain.
Jo Richards has trouble saying "no."
Wendy Suzuki describes her relationship to her emotions as "a struggle for control."
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by Aleeza Kazmi
Aleeza tells us about being crush-crazy.
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Grown Podcast
Natural hair. A culture festival. Middle school jerks. In this episode, we hear stories of culture, identity, and how the two intertwine. Oleeta Fogden gets her first period, and Katiana Ciceron talks about the time her pastor touched her hair. Then, Aleeza and Fonzo get an update from Katiana on how she feels about her story now.
Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo
Storytellers: Oleeta Fogden and Katiana Ciceron
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Bodies, bodies, bodies. This episode is all about feeling comfortable in your own skin. Annie Beyer-Chafets undergoes an important surgery, and Adia Heyliger talks about body positivity. After that, we get real about body changes, and Fonzo and Aleeza discuss puberty.
Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo
Storytellers: Annie Beyer-Chafets and Adia Heyliger
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Apple cake. Pizza. Dinner parties. In this mouthwatering (sorry) episode, food connects everyone. Luna Azcurrain creates a Thanksgiving tradition with her grandfather, and Lu Levin desperately tries to grow up. We visit a food festival, and Aleeza and Fonzo talk about their families.
Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo
Storytellers: Luna Azcurrain and Lu Levin
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In this episode, Aleeza and Fonzo discuss how storytelling changed their lives and share how they first met. Fonzo recounts a particularly memorable haircut, and Aleeza tells us about being crush-crazy. Plus, conversations about expressing who you really are.
Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo
Storytellers: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo
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by Mari Black
Mari Black performs in a fiddle contest as a 6-year-old.
by Alistair Bane
Alistair Bane learns to play the guitar from a punk musician.
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by Azhar Bande-Ali
Azhar Bande-Ali creates an embarrassing situation over e-mail
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