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The house is under surveillance.

by Marie Dennehy

Marie Dennehy deals with a mother undergoing mental health issues.

Ice Cream Man

by Melanie Kostrzewa

Melanie Kostrzewa learns some lessons about motherhood from her neighborhood ice cream man.

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The Moth Podcast: More Mothers

On this episode… more mothers.. A few days ago, we aired an episode of The Moth Radio Hour called “Mama Bears” - where we shared some stories about the archetype of protective mothers. But, for Mother’s Day, we’re expanding that category… with stories about how being a mom, and having a mom, can be a lot. This episode is hosted by Jenifer Hixson.

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Storytellers:

Melanie Kostrzewa learns some lessons about motherhood from her neighborhood ice cream man.

Marie Dennehy deals with a mother undergoing mental health issues.

Marya Morris is in over her head as a new stay-at-home stepmom.

 

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Lemon Pepper Wings All Flats Wet

--- This episode is available on your local radio stationPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on Audacy, SpotifyApple and iHeart on 5/20/25 --

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Join our storytellers on this week's Moth Radio Hour as they experience the unexpected twists and turns of life. From a Russian bathhouse in New York City to a lonely road in West Virginia, these stories go places you won't see coming. This episode is hosted by regular Moth host Jon Goode. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Mama Bear

--- This episode is available on your local radio stationPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on Audacy, SpotifyApple and iHeart on 5/13/25 --

In this hour, stories of mothers as protectors, rescuers, and, sometimes, meddlers. This episode 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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A Modest Reception

by Xochitl Gonzalez

Xochitl Gonzalez is a wedding planner tempted to take sides.

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Eddie’s Fourth Birthday

by Luanne Sims

Luanne Sims throws a broccoli-themed party. 

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The Regulars

by Donald Harrison

Donald Harrison plays piano at a gay bar.

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Safe at Home

by Muneesh Jain

Muneesh Jain travels to every baseball stadium in the country.

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When Time Slows Down

--- This episode is available on your local radio stationPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on Audacy, SpotifyApple and iHeart on 5/6/25 --
 

In this hour, stories about places frozen in time, memories preserved, and seemingly interminable moments. A small town, public transportation, an archeological site, and a car with character. This episode is hosted by Moth Producer and Director Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

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Scott Gravatt and his family become attached to their new car, Buster. 

Nimisha Ladva meets a fellow professor who makes her question her beliefs.

Norman Lear learns the impact of a seemingly small decision years later.

Dylon Killian witnesses a spirited debate on public transit. 

Archeologist Hannah Morris races to complete her work before the effects of climate change destroy the site. This story was produced in collaboration with the World Science Festival.
 

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The Moth Radio Hour
Live from New York: Give me Five: Stories of the Senses

This week, a special edition of The Moth Radio Hour featuring a live show from New York City. Stories of the senses: touch, smell, sound, and sight. This episode is hosted by Julian Goldhagen, 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.

Peter Aguero's life takes an unexpected turn in a pottery class.

Tighisti Amahazion finds creature comfort during an escape with her family. 

Julian Goldhagen gets trapped in a walk-in closet.

Bryan Kett gets a chance to see in color for the first time.

 

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Chats Amore

by Hanna Bowens

Hanna Bowens goes to Italy to meet someone she met on a dating app.

But I Don’t Look Blind!

by Julie Baker

Julie Baker learns to come to terms with her blind cane.

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The Moth Podcast: Grocery Trips and Italian Trysts

This week's stories are going to take us from a sexy Italian tryst, to a life-changing realization. From learning to love, to learning to accept help from others. This episode was hosted by Michelle Jalowski.

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Storytellers:

Julie Baker learns to come to terms with her blind cane.

Hanna Bowens goes to Italy to meet someone she met on a dating app.

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The Moth Podcast: National Parks Week

In honor of National Parks Week, we've got three stories, all about our National Parks, and why they matter. 

This episode was hosted by Tim Lopez. 


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Storytellers: 
Kathy Nicarry finds strength in Yellowstone National Park.
Tim Lopez is feeling a bit lost, and then becomes a Park Ranger in California. 
95 year old park ranger Betty Reid Soskin squares off with an intruder. 

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