The Moth Podcast
A few months ago, we put out a call to listeners to host their own episode of The Moth podcast for its 10th anniversary. Today we're thrilled to pass the mic over to listener Tonya Scott Williams. In this episode, Tonya chooses three of her favorite stories to share.
A successful businessman reveals his childhood dream. An expecting couple rush through an unexpected trip into the night. An online connection leads to a real-world rekindling.
We'll also hear from two other listeners who wrote in that we loved. A special thanks to Larrnell Cross and Brennen Beckwith.
Read the transcript here.
Storytellers: Alvin Hall, Eric Call, and Julie Baker
Hosted by: Tonya Scott Williams
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06:28
by Eric Call
An expecting couple rush through an unexpected trip into the night.
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by Sue Steinacher
Sue Steinacher fights USSR bureaucracy with dog-diplomacy.
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12:15
by Gautam Narula
Gautam Narula is a teen when he bonds with a unique friend on death row.
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12:06
by Journey Jamison
Journey Jamison must spring into action when death comes knocking.
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by Bill Russell
Bill Russell uses his inner-knowledge of air travel to make his way home.
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Bill Russell uses his inner-knowledge of air travel to make his way home. Journey Jamison must spring into action when death comes knocking.
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by Adriane McGillis
Adrianne McGillis’ father's favorite joke lands him in the hospital.
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06:13
by Harwood Taylor
Harwood Taylor reaches for a father who is out of touch.
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10:55
by Blessing Digha
Blessing Digha fears she has fallen short of her father’s expectations.
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06:10
by CJ Hunt
CJ Hunt reflects on mix-tapes and memories from his past.
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After many years in the legendary Blue Man Group, a performer makes a profound connection with an audience member; Saturday Night Live alum Rachel Dratch meets a debonair man at a cocktail party and dares to think he might be Mr. Right; and a world-renowned neuroscientist identifies patterns in the brains of psychopathic killers.
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by Owen Lewis
Owen Lewis embraces a new moniker.
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David Coven hears a poem that sticks with him for life.
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Terin Dickerson nurtures his art through a living canvas.
David Lepelstat is convinced of his superhero powers until they get him into a deadly situation.
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