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In this special December holiday hour, stories about celebration, differing traditions, and family. A mother and son do their best to keep the gifting spirit alive, a daughter tries to fulfill her mother’s wish for a Trinidadian feast, and a man waits and waits for the perfect moment to kiss a date. Those and more stories in this episode. 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.
Peter Aguero and his mother exchange holiday gifts made of paper.
Tracey Segarra sends a Hanukkah card that her mother-in-law takes issue with.
Steve Glickman attempts to escape a snowy Chicagoan Christmas for Puerto Vallarta.
Dawn Fraser is tasked to find the perfect ingredients for a Trinidadian Christmas.
Evan Lunt takes his grandmother’s menorah to college as a keepsake of her.
Bernie Somers counts down to a first kiss on New Year's Eve with a romantic interest.
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Read the transcript here.On this episode, we play one of our most shared stories of 2024
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Wilderness guide Monte Montepare takes inexperienced hikers on a glacier expedition.
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In this hour, stories of the adventures—and misadventures—of growing up. In a cave, on the ball field, and on a camping trip. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of this show.
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by Jim Hasson
Jim Hasson grows up with a healthy fear of strangers.
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05:24
by Martha Cooney
New camp counselor Martha Cooney is determined to win "rookie of the year."
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06:34
by Nadia Hakim
8th grader Nadia Hakim learns a lesson thanks to depilatory cream.
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04:18
by Susan Rohde
Susan Rohde gets to play wiffle ball with the cool kids.
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05:10
by Sivad Johnson
Sivad Johnson and his buddies seek to reach new heights on their bikes.
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06:32
by Usra Gahzi
Self-proclaimed nerd Usra Gahzi goes on a coed camping trip.
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The Moth Radio Hour
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In this hour, stories of the adventures—and misadventures—of growing up. In a cave, on the ball field, and on a camping trip. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of this show.
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Trevor Nourse gets lost in a cave.
Susan Rohde gets to play wiffle ball with the cool kids.
New camp counselor Martha Cooney is determined to win "rookie of the year."
Self-proclaimed nerd Usra Gahzi goes on a coed camping trip.
Sivad Johnson and his buddies seek to reach new heights on their bikes.
Jim Hasson grows up with a healthy fear of strangers.
8th grader Nadia Hakim learns a lesson thanks to depilatory cream.
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What happens when you meet your idols. In this case, we discover three literary legends. This episode was hosted by Suzanne Rust.
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Harriett Jernigan gets flustered when she has a chance encounter with Maya Angelou.
Mandy Gardner learns an important lesson in a graveyard.
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The Moth Radio Hour
--- This episode is available on your local radio station, PRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on Spotify, Apple and iHeart on 12/3/24 ---
In this hour, stories of giving and receiving. A volunteer, a would-be chef, a firefighter, a date in need of a liver, and a scientist who needs a helping hand before she can help anyone else. This episode is hosted by Moth Producer Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
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Stacey Curry and her boyfriend end up being a perfect match, in more ways than one.
Having grown up ashamed of her voice, Kristin Huang is reluctant to sing.
Kayleigh Hudson attempts to cook an elaborate meal for her friends.
Sivad Johnson decides, reluctantly, to step into the spotlight.
Mary-Claire King battles through heartbreak to make a breakthrough in cancer research.
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On this episode, unearthing an important part of American history. Plus, we go behind the scenes to learn how a Moth Mainstage story is crafted - and talk about what it takes to make sure a story is heard.
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This episode was hosted by Jodi Powell.
A special thanks to Crystal Finn, Matilda Matabwa, Pastor Herbert Broome, and Larry Rosen, whose voices we heard in this episode.
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Pastor Herbert Broome realizes that a critical piece of history that he was a part of is omitted in his local museum.
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In this hour stories of acceptance, moving on, and letting go. Growing older and maybe wiser, and stepping boldly into the future. This hour is hosted by Moth 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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Elizabeth Gray contends with aging.
Neema Avashia and her students are united in grief.
A teacher helps keep Maxie Jones on the straight and narrow.
After swearing off love, Jennifer Birmingham gets advice from an unexpected source. Susan Earley tries to return a shirt purchased for her late grandfather.
Erik Heen's stepdaughter doesn't want his help.
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In this hour, stories of giving and receiving. A volunteer, a would-be chef, a firefighter, a date in need of a liver, and a scientist who needs a helping hand before she can help anyone else. This episode is hosted by Moth Producer Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Stacey Curry and her boyfriend end up being a perfect match, in more ways than one.
Having grown up ashamed of her voice, Kristin Huang is reluctant to sing.
Kayleigh Hudson attempts to cook an elaborate meal for her friends.
Sivad Johnson decides, reluctantly, to step into the spotlight.
Mary-Claire King battles through heartbreak to make a breakthrough in cancer research.
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