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Holding On, Digging Out & Hanging Up extras

In this hour, stories of the everyday moments that have lasting impacts. A fast-food chain giveaway, a perilous outing on the high seas and the emotional toll of being a customer care Agent for the USPS. 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.

Angela Dohrmann goes whole-hog during a Wendy's giveaway.

Lobsterman Jason Lemos fights for survival in the frigid Atlantic.

Zellia Fossett learns something new about herself through her work as a customer care agent.

Airdate: 4/24/24

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How You See Me

--- This episode is available on your local radio stationPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on SpotifyApple and iHeart on 4/23/24 ---
 

In this hour, stories of how we see ourselves, the perceptions of others, and the often gaping chasm in between. The struggle to prove oneself, challenge a stereotype, keep up appearances, and finally discover what really fits. This hour is hosted by Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media, the producer of this show.
 

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Enrique García Naranjo is stopped by border patrol.

Aydrea Walden realizes her classmates see her differently.

Miles Crabtree tries out for his school's production of "How the West Was Won."

Kimberly Rose sees herself disappearing in her marriage.

Jessi Klein lands what she thinks is her dream job.

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Sink or Swim

--- This episode is available on your local radio stationPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on SpotifyApple and iHeart on 4/16/24 ---

In this hour, stories of diving in—whether we want to or not. In a job, in a relationship, or into the unknown. 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.

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Surgeon Anthony Chin-Quee finds himself in over his head during his first day on call.


Despite protests from friends and family, Nancy French marries a man she barely knows.

 

Wilderness guide Monte Montepare takes inexperienced hikers on a glacier expedition.

 

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Red Flags and Blue Ice

by Monte Montepare

Wilderness guide Monte Montepare takes inexperienced hikers on a glacier expedition.

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15:33
Go Ahead and Jump

by Nancy French

Despite protests from friends and family, Nancy French marries a man she barely knows.

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Independence Day

by Anthony Chin-Quee

Surgeon Anthony Chin-Quee finds himself in over his head during his first day on call.

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The Moth Podcast: River City

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On this episode, two stories from the Louisville StorySLAMs.

Host: Alex Román Peters

Storytellers:

Ethan Sweetland-May learns about hunting from his grandfather.

Trevor Nourse gets lost in a cave.

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If you’d like to share your own story, or would just love to hear some incredible live storytelling, check out a Story Slam near you: https://themoth.org/events

The Moth would like to thank its listeners and supporters. Stories like these are made possible by community giving. If you’re not already a member, please consider becoming one or making a one-time donation today at themoth.org/giveback

 

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Changes of Heart

--- This episode is available on your local radio stationPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on SpotifyApple and iHeart on 4/2/24 ---

In this hour, stories of shifting perspectives, new outlooks, and realizations that shake our foundations. A mother receives unexpected news, a teen learns the true power of a word, and a prisoner gets a visit from his father. 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.
 

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Andrea Collier finds out what happens when her life goes off-script.

Damon Young questions his sense of self based on the power of a racial slur.

Huwe Burton relies on his father's support while serving time for a crime he didn't commit.
 

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The Moth Radio Hour
Object of Desire

--- This episode is available on your local radio stationPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on SpotifyApple and iHeart on 4/2/24 ---

In this hour, stories of the things we hold dear—kitchen staples, family heirlooms, and an important soccer ball. 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.

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Mark Lamb loses a beloved skillet that has been seasoned by generations of his family.

Sara Sweet Rabidoux-Kelsey goes to great lengths to obtain a toaster.

Trina Michelle Robinson creates her own family heirlooms.

As a kid, Viviana Infante is determined to find love.

Amana Mbise's life is changed, thanks to a soccer ball.

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Take Me Out To The Ballgame

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The crack of the bat! The smell of hot dogs! The towering home runs! In celebration of Opening Day, we've got two stories about America's Past-time.

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Host: Larry Rosen

Storytellers:

Joseph Gallo learns about his father, and about baseball.

Muneesh Jain travels to every baseball stadium in the country.

The Moth would like to thank its listeners and supporters. Stories like these are made possible by community giving. If you’re not already a member, please consider becoming one or making a one-time donation today at themoth.org/giveback

 

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Safe at Home

by Muneesh Jain

Muneesh Jain travels to every baseball stadium in the country.

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Into the Fire

by Mark Lamb

Mark Lamb loses a beloved skillet that has been seasoned by generations of his family.

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07:28
Baseball & Toast

by Sara Sweet Rabidoux-Kelsey

Sara Sweet Rabidoux-Kelsey goes to great lengths to obtain a toaster.

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11:27
Pushing for Love

by Viviana Infante

As a kid, Viviana Infante is determined to find love.

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03:26
Traces in the Earth

by Trina Michelle Robinson

Trina Michelle Robinson creates her own family heirlooms.

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11:44
Football in Seela

by Amana Mbisi

Amana Mbise's life is changed, thanks to a soccer ball.

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