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Check out our library of broadcast stories... From the most recently released stories to the first ones ever aired.

The Moth Radio Hour
Other People’s Shoes

--- 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 7/18/23 ---

In this hour, ballet "late in life," an unusual pet, drag queens and divorce. Stories to show us a new perspective. 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.

Val Rigodon attempts to become a ballerina.

Lincoln Bonner has an unlikely childhood companion.

James Braly and his wife finally agree on something.

Robert Sherer tries to distract his grandmother.

Brian Belovitch is welcomed by the Rhode Island drag community.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Speaking of Death

--- 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 7/11/23 ---

In this hour, stories of the most inevitable part of life: death—with a positive twist. Opportunities for connection, moments of healing, and unique ways of moving through grief. This episode 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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Bruce McCulloch masquerades as a familiar creature.
Lori Syverson takes a job as a deathwalker.
Jerrianne Boggis reconnects with her Jamaican roots when her beloved Aunt dies.

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12:45
In Search of Freedom

by Juan Rodriguez

Juan Rodriguez recounts his American journey.

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The Moth Podcast
In Search of Freedom: Juan Rodriguez

We take a look at the meaning of Independence Day through story. This episode is hosted by Larry Rosen.

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Storyteller:

Juan Rodriguez recounts his American journey.

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11:04
Tales of Bravery and Stupidity

by Bruce McCulloch

Bruce McCulloch masquerades as a familiar creature.

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14:04
Chocolate Milk, Curried Goat, and Manish Water

by JerriAnne Boggis

Jerrianne Boggis reconnects with her Jamaican roots when her beloved Aunt dies.

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13:06
Diary of a Deathwalker

by Lori Syverson

Lori Syverson takes a job as a deathwalker.

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The Moth Radio Hour
The Ties That Bind

--- 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 7/5/23 ---
 

In this hour, stories of the struggles, support, and safety the bonds of family provide. 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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Sharif El-Mekki wants to follow in the footsteps of his Black Panther father.

NeShaune Lasley receives unwanted encouragement from her father.

Rebecca Barry frets over her mother's health.

Caitlin McNaughton's feminist parents don't want to get her a Barbie.

Warren Holleman must unlearn his family's lessons when he has a baby.

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The Moth Radio Hour
More Kindness of Strangers

--- This episode is available on your local radio station, on PRXPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on iTunes | Spotify | RadioPublic | RSS --- on 6/27/23 ---

In this hour, kismet encounters, nosy-but-nice neighbors, and unexpectedly helpful contacts—at home and abroad. This episode is hosted by Moth Artistic Director, Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

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Nathan Englander's lifetime of stress catches up to him.
Elana Duffy attempts to reclaim her teddy bear from a strict customs office. 
While renovating his house, Alistair Bane unearths a child's toy and his own memories. 

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Radio Extras
Finding Pride Extras

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04:36
Crushed at the Dance

by Ingrid Ebbesen

Ingrid Ebbesen goes dancing and finds herself.

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11:09
When it's All Been Said

by Tomas Davila

Tomas Davila and his father finally connect.

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The Moth Podcast
Finding Pride: Tomas Davila and Ingrid Ebbesen

We find our pride through stories. This episode is hosted by Travis Coxson.

If you’d like to see a photo of Tomas Davila looking fabulous as he told his story at the Moth Ball, check out themoth.org/extras

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Storytellers:

Tomas Davila and his father finally connect.

Ingrid Ebbesen goes dancing and finds herself.

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16:43
Operation Bruin Escape and Rescue (BEAR)

by Elana Duffy

Elana Duffy attempts to reclaim her teddy bear from a strict customs office. 

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13:52
Home

by Alistair Bane

While renovating his house, Alistair Bane unearths a child's toy and his own memories. 

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11:45
Lost & Found

by Nathan Englander

Nathan Englander's lifetime of stress catches up to him.

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