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04:10
Cast into the Fire

by Bill Hall

An unimagineable loss changes the relationship between Bill Hall and his wife. 

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07:20
Simon

by Esther Messe

Esther Messe finds that her personal version of Simon Says is more than just a game.

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03:47
Grief in a Bra Shop

by Paige Cornwell

Paige Cornwell finds solace at Victoria's Secret.

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07:07
That’s Me in the Temple. That’s Me in the Spotlight.

by Samuel Blackman

Teenage Samuel Blackman reconsiders his devotion to his faith.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Letting Go

--- 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 9/12/23 ---
 

In this hour, stories of shedding the past and looking towards the future; from fashion faux-pas to exoneration. 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.

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Chris Foley inherits his family's male pattern baldness.

Caridad De La Luz contends with her father's baggage.

Andrew McGill discovers his people though the card game Yu-Gi-Oh.

Patricia Brennan describes being married to a Vietnam veteran.

Michael VonAllmen works to let go of his hate after his wrongful conviction. 
 

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11:28
Unlikely Kin

by Runa Qureshi

Runa takes a journey into her family history.

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The Hot Seat

--- 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 9/5/23 ---
 

Aerial antics, magic tricks, and unwelcome rescue missions. In this hour, stories of momentous decisions, massive undertakings, and opportunities with no second chances. This episode is hosted by Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

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In an attempt to be Maverick (from Top Gun), Will Mackin goes to Navy Flight School.
Siegfried Tieber gets hooked on magic. 
Samantha Mathis goes on a mission to bring her father home. 

 

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05:24
Inheriting Harlem

by Adrienne Lotson

Adrienne Lotson hears stories about her father’s days in Harlem.

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12:50
Mama's Broken Spirits

by Lopaka Kapanu

Lopaka Kapanui learns some lessons from his mother.

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Different Ways of Learning: Adrienne Lotson and Lopaka Kapanui

Peabody-award winning journalist Chenjerai Kumanyika hosts an episode which explores all the learning that takes place outside the classroom.

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Adrienne Lotson shares the stories her father told her about Harlem

Lopaka Kapanui learns some lessons from his mother about the legacies we leave behind

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13:00
The Time I Kidnapped My Father

by Samantha Mathis

Samantha Mathis goes on a mission to bring her father home. 

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13:29
The Coffee Incident

by Siegfried Tieber

Siegfried Tieber gets hooked on magic. 

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13:12
Danger Zone

by Will Mackin

In an attempt to be Maverick (from Top Gun), Will Mackin goes to Navy Flight School.

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Food, Glorious Food

--- This episode is available on your local radio station, on PRXPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on iTunes | Spotify | RadioPublic | RSS --- on 8/23/23 ---
 

In this hour, fasting, feasting, and traveling salmon; stories about foods that nourish the body as well as the soul. Hosted by The Moth's Executive Producer Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. 

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Ritija Gupta follows her grandmother's recommended all-yellow diet in the name of love.
Mercy Lung'aho leads an experiment with beans, designed to combat anemia.
Dihan Hossain dreams of tasting New York City pizza.
Joan Juliet Buck's uncle loses a suitcase of smoked salmon -- and a family member.

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Kids Leading

--- 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 8/22/23 ---

In this hour, we put the adage "older and wiser" to the test with stories of children providing new perspectives and taking charge. In school, in the woods, and on a life or death journey. This episode is hosted by Moth Director and Producer Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

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While hiking with his 8-year-old daughter, Dave Stratton realizes he's in over his head.

Carolina Ureña-Ruiz faces the horrifying prospect of a failing grade. 

Amber Wallin desperately wants to be cast as the lead in Cinderella. 

Pedro Haro goes on a harrowing journey, guided by his brother, and has a medical emergency.

Nestor Gomez finds a new way to engage a tough audience of kindergarteners.

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Kid Stuff: Madden Mcdonagh, Nepurko Keiwua

On this episode, we learn from children. This episode is hosted by Chloe Salmon.

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Madden Mcdonagh gets more than she expected at a book fair.

Nepurko Keiwua leads a rib revolution.

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