The Moth Podcast
iTunes | Spotify | RadioPublic | PRX
On this episode, we share two stories, one meta, and one about a mountain music festival.
Read the transcript here
Host: Gabriel Szajnert
Storytellers:
Liza Cooper tells a story… about telling a moth story.
Jim Winship finds healing at a mountain-music festival.
If YOU’D like to share your own story, or would just love to hear some incredible live storytelling, check out a Story Slam near you: https://themoth.org/events
The Moth would like to thank its listeners and supporters. Stories like these are made possible by community giving. If you’re not already a member, please consider becoming one or making a one-time donation today at themoth.org/giveback
See Episode
05:28
by Harwood Taylor
At the age of 50, Harwood Taylor returns to basketball with a new team.
Listen Now
Add to Playlist
13:02
by José Fausm
When Jose Faus is commissioned to paint a mural, he finds inspiration all around him.
Listen Now
Add to Playlist
14:00
by Julia Cadieux
Julia Cadieux's college bartending job isn't what she expected.
Listen Now
Add to Playlist
The Moth Radio Hour
--- This episode is available on your local radio station, on PRX, and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on iTunes | Spotify | RadioPublic | RSS on 1/16/2023.
In this hour, stories of outsiders, being at odds, and discomfort. A man feels more at home with machines than people, a young girl encounters a teacher who doesn't understand her, and a man becomes an unwilling participant on his father's hunting trip. This hour is hosted by The Moth's Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Read the transcript here.
John Elder Robison is an adult when he is diagnosed with Asperger's.
Renee Watson and her classmates band together to take on their teacher.
Jon Bennett, a vegetarian, goes on a hunting trip with his father.
See Episode
The Moth Radio Hour
--- This episode is available on your local radio station, on PRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on iTunes | Spotify | RadioPublic | RSS --- 12/5/23 ---
In this hour, stories of encounters with the animal kingdom. Songbirds, rogue rams, carnivorous threats—and friends. This episode is hosted by Moth storyteller and host Ray Christian. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Read the transcript here
Georgia Huff goes for a hike...in grizzly bear country.
Randy Horick finds meaning in a bird's song.
Michele Woods must prove she's a real Scottish local when her ram, Frowick, escapes.
After Fran Kras takes in a stray cat, a mystery unfolds.
As a child with a severe stutter, Alan Rabinowitz finds solace in speaking to animals.
See Episode
The Moth Radio Hour
This week, a special episode of The Moth, live from the Union Chapel in London. Stories of holding on and letting go. Adventures in low-stakes crime, military training, and family trees. This episode is hosted by Jon Goode, with additional hosting by Jay Allison, producer of this show.
Read the transcript here.
Altar boy Kevin McDonnell idolizes the Six Million Dollar Man.
Jon Goode must take a swim test to become a marine.
Runa Qureshi takes a journey into her family history.
Nick Ullett describes his (mis)adventures on the path towards adoption.
See Episode
09:29
by Kevin McDonnell
Altar boy Kevin McDonnell idolizes the Six Million Dollar Man.
Listen Now
Add to Playlist
13:42
by Nick Ullett
Nick Ullett describes his (mis)adventures on the path towards adoption.
Listen Now
Add to Playlist
05:43
by Jon Goode
Jon Goode must take a swim test to become a marine
Listen Now
Add to Playlist
The Moth Radio Hour
--- This episode is available on your local radio station, on PRX, and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on iTunes | Spotify | RadioPublic | RSS on 12/26/2023.
In this hour, stories of people who made an impact—through a single phone call, a helping hand, or human touch. 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.
Read the transcript here
Greg Quiroga sees his Uncle Steve in a new light.
Meg Lavery experiences a change of perspective after over a decade as a teacher.
Beth Yates volunteers at San Francisco City Hall during "gay marriage Lollapalooza.”
Brittney Cooper gets an unexpected call from Tyler Perry.
Jerry Jennings Army National Guard unit is unexpectedly deployed after 9/11.
See Episode
Radio Extras
In this hour, stories of people who made an impact—through a single phone call, a helping hand, or human touch. 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.
Greg Quiroga sees his Uncle Steve in a new light.
Meg Lavery experiences a change of perspective after over a decade as a teacher.
Beth Yates volunteers at San Francisco City Hall during "gay marriage Lollapalooza.”
Brittney Cooper gets an unexpected call from Tyler Perry.
Jerry Jennings Army National Guard unit is unexpectedly deployed after 9/11.
Air Date: 12/20/2023
See Episode
11:19
by Jeremy Jennings
Jerry Jennings Army National Guard unit is unexpectedly deployed after 9/11.
Listen Now
Add to Playlist
12:29
by Brittney Cooper
Brittney Cooper gets an unexpected call from Tyler Perry.
Listen Now
Add to Playlist
04:21
by Beth Yates
Beth Yates volunteers at San Francisco City Hall during "gay marriage Lollapalooza.”
Listen Now
Add to Playlist
06:29
by Meg Lavery
Meg Lavery experiences a change of perspective after over a decade as a teacher.
Listen Now
Add to Playlist
06:07
by Greg Quiroga
Greg Quiroga sees his Uncle Steve in a new light.
Listen Now
Add to Playlist
The Moth Radio Hour
--- This episode is available on your local radio station, on PRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on iTunes | Spotify | RadioPublic | RSS --- 12/19/23 ---
This week, a special holiday episode from The Moth. Unlikely Christmas wishes, letters from The Grinch, and a husband by Chanukah. This episode is hosted by Angelica Lindsey-Ali. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Read the transcript here
Ten-year-old Jessi Berdinka's peculiar Christmas wish is granted.
Amy Klein gets help from a matchmaking rabbi.
Mary Gaitskill pens letters as The Grinch for a neighborhood kid.
Juno Men and her cousin go to a casino over Thanksgiving.
Niceol Blue is a street kid with nowhere to go for Christmas.
See Episode
