06:44

Love and Pasta

by Leah Haydock

After a turbulent history in online dating, Leah Haydock finds solace in pasta.

The Moth Radio Hour

Love, Serve, and Protect

--- 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 2/28/23 ---

In this hour, stories of heroes, mentors, and our greatest supporters. A Coast Guard rescue swimmer considers his career, a lawyer learns the meaning of justice, and a songstress pens lyrics for her loved one. Hosted by The Moth's Senior Director, Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Rob Simpson takes us behind the scenes of life as a Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer.

Sheila Calloway searches for fairness and empathy in the justice system.

Beth Nielsen Chapman finds magic in the writing of a song.

Radio Extras

Love, Serve, and Protect Extras

The Moth Radio Hour

Navigating the Gray

--- 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 2/21/23 ---

In this episode, stories from the gray areas and in-between spaces. Stuck in the middle, straddling two worlds, or searching for where you belong. This episode is hosted by Grown hosts Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Read the transcript here.

Military policeman Carl Cannon is assigned duty in one of the most dangerous prisons on the planet
James Han Mattson moves to Korea to meet his birth family and connect with his Korean heritage.
First time pageant contestant Nicole Kelly enters the Miss Iowa competition.

The Moth Podcast

Getting Grown

Here’s a taste of The Moth’s very first spinoff, Grown!

Subscribe to Grown wherever you get your podcasts, or check out its website for more information: www.grownpod.com

This episode is hosted by Sarah Austin Jenness.

Radio Extras

Navigating the Gray Extras

13:57

Mirror Image

by James Han Mattson

James Han Mattson moves to Korea to meet his birth family and connect with his Korean heritage.

13:04

Miss Accidental America

by Nicole Kelly

First time pageant contestant Nicole Kelly enters the Miss Iowa competition.

15:10

The Best at Keeping Them Out

by Carl Cannon

Military policeman Carl Cannon is assigned duty in one of the most dangerous prisons on the planet

The Moth Radio Hour

Can't Help Falling in Love

--- 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 2/14/23 ---

In honor of Valentine's Day, let The Moth whisper sweet somethings in your ear(buds). Stories of falling in love, enduring devotion, and romance that blooms in the most unlikely places—or between the most unlikely people. 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.

Read the transcript here.

Inclement weather threatens David Greco's romantic plans for Jazz Fest. 
Eva Santiago reconnects with an old friend who is now in prison. 
Paola Ayala is worried that her mother found a private letter.  
Auburn Sheaffer and her husband share an unlikely first home. 
Matthew Mercier uncovers his parents' love story. 

Radio Extras

Can't Help Falling in Love Extras

04:12

The Secret Letter

by Paola Ayala

Paola Ayala is worried that her mother found a private letter.  

11:17

The Final Word Is Love

by Matthew Mercier

Matthew Mercier uncovers his parents' love story. 

04:12

A Moment in the Rain

by David Greco

Inclement weather threatens David Greco's romantic plans for Jazz Fest. 

12:33

In a State of Oblivion to the Sounds of Our Laughter

by Eva Santiago

Eva Santiago reconnects with an old friend who is now in prison.

06:26

While Our Hearts Still Beat

by Auburn Sheaffer

Auburn Sheaffer and her husband share an unlikely first home.

The Moth Radio Hour

50 Shades of Black

--- 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 2/7/23 ---
 

This week, a special episode in honor of Black History Month, with stories that celebrate the diversity of the Black experience. Dye jobs, dream jobs, and swimming pools. 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.

Read the transcript here.

Harold Cox brings his Texas roots--and speech patterns-- to his first Boston radio gig. 

Danyel Smith follows the music and finds a place for herself in the world of journalism.

CJ Hunt grows up trying to "adjust the thermostat" of his racial identity.

While out for a swim, Hasna Muhammad finds a kindred spirit. 

The Moth Podcast

An Education: Mariama Diallo and PT Smith

We hear two stories about growing up, as well as listen to a preview of The Moth’s spinoff podcast: Grown.

Subscribe to Grown wherever you get your podcasts or check out its website for more information: www.grownpod.com

If you’re a student and want to bring Moth programming to your school, visit our website themoth.org/students. If you’re a teacher, visit themoth.org/education/teachers

Read the transcript here.

Hosted by: Devin Elise Wilson

Storytellers:

Mariama Diallo learns to stand up for herself, and her brother.

PT Smith discovers the magic of reading

Radio Extras

50 Shades of Black Extras

This week, a special episode in honor of Black History Month, with stories that celebrate the diversity of the Black experience. Dye jobs, dream jobs, and swimming pools. 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.

Harold Cox brings his Texas roots--and speech patterns-- to his first Boston radio gig. 
Danyel Smith follows the music and finds a place for herself in the world of journalism.
CJ Hunt grows up trying to "adjust the thermostat" of his racial identity.
While out for a swim, Hasna Muhammad finds a kindred spirit. 

05:22

Impossible

by Harold Cox

Harold Cox brings his Texas roots--and speech patterns-- to his first Boston radio gig.