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04:24
The Present Story is Ended

by Errol McLendon

Errol McLendon receives some heartfelt gifts.

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03:46
Gruffaloes and Oranges

by Kashyap Rajam

Kashyap Raja finds beauty in reading the Gruffalo to a young child.

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The Moth Podcast
On the Couch with a Good Book: Kashyap Raja and Errol McLendon

We hear stories about how books and reading can foster connection. This episode is hosted by Emily Couch

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Kashyap Raja finds beauty in reading the Gruffalo to a young child.

Errol McLendon receives some heartfelt gifts.

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06:27
Dancing in the Dark

by Sean Wellington

In a dark place, Sean Wellington finds comfort in dance class. 

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05:31
Don’t Thank Me for My Service

by Rachel Pomeroy

Despite the potential consequences, Air Force officer Rachel Pomeroy reports an inappropriate incident.

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05:27
A Walk to Remember

by Mohammed Zeeshan Nayeemuddin

5 year old Mohammed Zeeshan Nayeemuddin has an adventure on his way home from school.

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09:25
The Ride of a Lifetime

by James Fitzgerald

Newly licensed James Fitzgerald's first road trip goes awry. 

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07:42
Fish out of Water

by Amber Jo Hatt

Amber Jo Hatt attempts to take her friends on a big adventure

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The Moth Radio Hour
Knowing How and When to Fight

--- 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 3/14/23 ---

In this hour, five stories of picking our battles. The internal and external pressures that guide how we speak up, speak out, or stay silent. Hosted by The Moth's Artistic Director Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Hillary Boone and their mother scheme to save Vermont from hate.

Maria Hodermarska fights for services for her son.

Ed Mabaya finds himself in danger while visiting his girlfriend.

Brad Lawrence and his sister work their mom's last nerve with their brawling.

Angela Lush struggles to speak up.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Location, Location, Location

--- 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 2/28/23 ---

In this hour, stories of the places that leave a lasting impression. A skating rink, a golf course, a restaurant, and a cemetery. This episode is hosted by Moth director Chloe Salmon. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

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Jacoby Cochran and his family build a home at Rich City Skate. 

Holly Thompson and her grandfather share a love of golf.
 

After a turbulent history in online dating, Leah Haydock finds solace in pasta.
 

Marguerite Maria Rivas searches for her daughter's grave. 

 

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The Moth Podcast
Looking for Omelanka: Jean-Michele Gregory

We hear a story from someone searching for their family’s history. This episode is hosted by Michelle Jalowski.

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If you’d like to see photos of Jean-Michele and her grandmother, go to themoth.org/extras

 

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14:53
Between The Rock and a Heart Place

by Marguerite Maria Rivas

Marguerite Maria Rivas searches for her daughter's grave. 


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07:32
The Blondebomber and Gramps

by Holly Thompson

Holly Thompson and her grandfather share a love of golf.

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12:40
Rich City Skater

by Jacoby Cochran

Jacoby Cochran and his family build a home at Rich City Skate. 

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06:44
Love and Pasta

by Leah Haydock

After a turbulent history in online dating, Leah Haydock finds solace in pasta.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Love, Serve, and Protect

--- 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 2/28/23 ---

In this hour, stories of heroes, mentors, and our greatest supporters. A Coast Guard rescue swimmer considers his career, a lawyer learns the meaning of justice, and a songstress pens lyrics for her loved one. Hosted by The Moth's Senior Director, Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Rob Simpson takes us behind the scenes of life as a Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer.

Sheila Calloway searches for fairness and empathy in the justice system.

Beth Nielsen Chapman finds magic in the writing of a song.

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