The Moth Radio Hour

Confrontations

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In this hour, stories of war, face-offs, and confronting the demons within. A man must come to terms with his sexuality (as well as those who judge him), a woman learns that her ladylike upbringing has lasting marks, and a child fights to survive The Killing Fields of Cambodia. This hour is hosted by The Moth's former Artistic Director, Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
 

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After finally accepting his sexuality, Pádraig Ó'Tuama uses language to heal rather than harm.

Tricia Rose Burt attempts to break the strictures of her Southern upbringing.

Arn Chorn-Pond uses his musical gift to survive the Khmer Rouge.

Radio Extras

It’s Magic: Micaela Blei and Anthony Griffith Extras

10:49

The Magician

by Anthony Griffith

Anthony Griffith navigates life with his single mom.

06:20

Grand Illusion

by Micaela Blei

Micaela Blei becomes friends with a magician and wants something more.

The Moth Podcast

It’s Magic: Micaela Blei and Anthony Griffith

We experience magic in different forms. This episode is hosted by Moth director Jodi Powell.

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Storytellers:

Micaela Blei becomes friends with a magician and wants something more.

Anthony Griffith navigates life with his single mom.

The Moth Radio Hour

After the Fall

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In this hour, stories of healing. Moving through loss, unexpected sources of comfort, and bonds forged in grief. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of this show. 

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Betsy Lamberson's dream life abroad takes a tragic turn.

Teenage Samuel Blackman reconsiders his devotion to his faith.

Paige Cornwell finds solace at Victoria's Secret.

Amarantha Robinson finds a way to reframe a traumatic experience.

Esther Messe finds that her personal version of Simon Says if more than just a game.
 

An unimaginable loss changes the relationship between Bill Hall and his wife. 
 

Radio Extras

After the Fall Extras

06:17

In a Small Dark Room

by Amaranth Robinson

Amarantha Robinson finds a way to reframe a traumatic experience.

12:53

Breaking Open

by Betsy Lamberson

Betsy Lamberson's dream life abroad takes a tragic turn.

04:10

Cast into the Fire

by Bill Hall

An unimagineable loss changes the relationship between Bill Hall and his wife. 

07:20

Simon

by Esther Messe

Esther Messe finds that her personal version of Simon Says is more than just a game.

03:47

Grief in a Bra Shop

by Paige Cornwell

Paige Cornwell finds solace at Victoria's Secret.

07:07

That’s Me in the Temple. That’s Me in the Spotlight.

by Samuel Blackman

Teenage Samuel Blackman reconsiders his devotion to his faith.

Radio Extras

Letting Go Extras

The Moth Radio Hour

Letting Go

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In this hour, stories of shedding the past and looking towards the future; from fashion faux-pas to exoneration. This hour 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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Chris Foley inherits his family's male pattern baldness.

Caridad De La Luz contends with her father's baggage.

Andrew McGill discovers his people though the card game Yu-Gi-Oh.

Patricia Brennan describes being married to a Vietnam veteran.

Michael VonAllmen works to let go of his hate after his wrongful conviction. 
 

11:28

Unlikely Kin

by Runa Qureshi

Runa takes a journey into her family history.

The Moth Radio Hour

The Hot Seat

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Aerial antics, magic tricks, and unwelcome rescue missions. In this hour, stories of momentous decisions, massive undertakings, and opportunities with no second chances. This episode is hosted by Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

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In an attempt to be Maverick (from Top Gun), Will Mackin goes to Navy Flight School.
Siegfried Tieber gets hooked on magic. 
Samantha Mathis goes on a mission to bring her father home. 

Radio Extras

Different Ways of Learning: Adrienne Lotson and Lopaka Kapanui Extras

05:24

Inheriting Harlem

by Adrienne Lotson

Adrienne Lotson hears stories about her father’s days in Harlem.

12:50

Mama's Broken Spirits

by Lopaka Kapanu

Lopaka Kapanui learns some lessons from his mother.