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In this hour, stories of tradition, codes, regulations — and breaking them wide open. A foul-mouthed boater, a long-forgotten toy car, and a foray to Florida. 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.
Michael Steinberg gets an unexpected case in his new role as the director of the Michigan ACLU.
Samuel James looks at an artifact from his past with new eyes.
Frimet Goldberger ventures into the unexplored world of a Florida water park.
Airdate: 12/28/2021
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Simon Doonan encounters challenges when called on to decorate the White House for Christmas, a man is hesitant to work with a ‘Hollywood’ style church in his neighborhood, a Jewish girl meets Santa, and a boy thinks his dreams have finally come true when he gets an exotic pet.
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In this hour, stories of reflection and recognition. The army, dance class, and family reunions. 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.
Ray Christian begins to acknowledge his symptoms of PTSD.
Martha Wegner comes out of her shell at dance class.
Laura Gilbert accidentally impersonates a law school graduate.
Trevor Nourse spends a wild summer with his father as a kid.
Sejal Pachisia searches for the perfect Indian lesbian to meet her parents.
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In this hour we’ll travel around the country to hear stories from our live open mic StorySLAM events: Louisville, Kentucky; San Francisco, California; Burlington, Vermont; Portland, Oregon; as well as the birthplace of the Moth StorySlam, New York City.
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This week, two stories about holding onto departed family members. This episode is hosted by Director of MothWorks Kate Tellers.
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In this hour, courage, tenacity, spunk! New opportunities, self-confidence, and parents going the extra mile (or rollercoaster) for their kids. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Curatorial Producer, Suzanne Rust. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Pamela Mitchell learns to put her opinions first.
Javier Morillo and his family hold true to their cultural traditions.
David Levy faces his fears for his son.
Annalise Raziq's daughter makes an unexpected wish for her birthday.
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A mother struggles with her son's choice to have a religious wedding, a high schooler with a funny name becomes a pole vaulter, a social scientist commutes to war-torn countries for work, and a comedian confronts a heckler. Hosted by The Moth's Producing Director, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Annie Korzen has trouble letting go as her son grows up, gets engaged, and gets married.
Matthew Dicks is more concerned with beating his own high school track teammates than winning the meet.
Richard Matthew must decide whether the risks of working in war-torn areas of the world are worth it.
Hari Kondabolu finally confronts a heckler after years of hearing jerks in the front row.
Air Date: 11/23/21
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Ready the spotlight and raise the curtains! In this hour, performers, sour notes, tough critics, and a unique take on Mary Poppins. 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.
Laura Hitchcock is entrusted with her teacher's prized trumpet.
Jason Mesches plays a medley of his own creation for his unconventional piano teacher.
Phil Wang contends with his lisp during his primary school's production of Mary Poppins.
Ashley Johnson moves to LA to pursue her dream of acting.
A series of unfortunate events befalls Liz Phair when she performs at the Rockefeller Center tree lighting.
Air date: 11/16/2021
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This week, two stories honoring Veterans, and a can’t-miss interview with 98-year-old WWII Vet Tom Sitter. This episode is hosted by Jon Goode. To see the extras for this episode, head to our website: themoth.org/extras
Hosted by: Jon Goode
Air Date: 11/11/2021
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A special episode live from the United Palace in Washington Heights, New York. Subway station romance, lost names, and buried truths. This episode is hosted by CJ Hunt, with additional hosting by Jay Allison, producer of The Moth Radio Hour.
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A special Veterans' Day episode of The Moth. A Naval Aviator trains to land his plane on an aircraft carrier, a future marine rebels against her abusive father, an Iraqi man risks his life working as a translator for the armed forces. 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.
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A feminist searches for the perfect wedding dress, a playwright visits a prison in Malawi, a man spends a lifetime regretting a single moment, and a new mother struggles with her prosthetic arm.
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Two (not-so-scary) stories that could only have taken place in costume! It’s our Halloween Episode! This episode is hosted by Dame Wilburn.
Storytellers: Bruce McCulloch & Amir Baghdadchi
Airdate: 10/22/21
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In this hour, stories of nerves, anxiety, fear! And the courage and support that allow us to overcome. A phone call, a taxi ride, and a stranger's generosity of spirit. This episode is 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.
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This week, we have two stories about looking the part. This episode is hosted by Moth Producer Michelle Jalowski.
Storytellers: Jennifer Leahy & Sivan Schondorf
Air Date: 10/08/21
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--- 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 date of upload to podcast feed 10/12/21. ---
In this episode, the truths we keep from our family, and the lies we tell for them. Sibling mayhem, multigenerational secrets, and a surprise while watching CBS. This hour is hosted by Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media, producer of The Moth Radio Hour.
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This week, we have two stories about man’s best friend. This episode is hosted by The Moth’s Director of Marketing, Brandon Grant.
Airdate: 09/24/2021
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--- This episode is available on your local radio station, on PRXand below via The Moth Player. It will be published on iTunes | Spotify | RadioPublic | RSS on date of upload to podcast feed 9/28/21. ---
In this hour, an ode to brothers. Family ties and secrets, fraternal bonds and sibling pranks. 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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--- 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 9/14 ---
This episode of The Moth Radio Hour explores the many mysteries of life: A tree that bears a magical harvest, a hunt for apartment justice, a journalist undercover in North Korea, and more. 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.
A shady apartment deal has Michele Castellano channeling her inner Nancy Drew.
The child of a working mom, Alexandra Rosas struggles with saying goodbye.
As a kid, Annie Share wonders about the mysterious, magical tree in her backyard.
One very special penny has the potential to change the lives of Adam Bottner and his son.
Suki Kim is a journalist who risks her life posing as a teacher in an elite North Korean school.
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