The Moth Podcast
On this episode, we have two stories about names - the names of people, the names of concept, and how naming can shape the essence of the thing.
This episode was hosted by Jodi Powell.
Storytellers:
Elyse Mcinerney reckons with her name.
Ryan Estrada accidentally invents a new word.
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The Moth Radio Hour
In this hour, money talks. Stories of finances—coin collecting, running grifts, and determining the value of "stuff." 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.
Storytellers:
Steve Zimmer and his father search for a rare penny.
Stacey Curry finds some monetary discrepancies at her new job.
Dannie Olguin grows up worrying that she will never have enough.
Taji Torrilhon does not place great importance on "stuff," but her wife does.
Charles Caracciolo finds a financial incentive to being an altar boy.
Christian Garland, a preacher's kid, steals collection plate money from his grandfather.
Podcast # 971
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The Moth Podcast
As America approaches it's 250th anniversary, we're dedicating our Spring Mainstage season, as well as a special three episode podcast and radio series, to exploring the American dream. Our first episode looked at American Icons, but today, we’re going to look at the concept of Home.
We’ve got two stories about how people make a home for themselves in America, how, in their own pursuits of happiness, people create space for themselves, how people live in America, even when it’s difficult.
This episode was hosted by Kate Tellers.
Storytellers:
Heather Crawford has to leave her home state of Texas in order to give her child the best possible life.
Eric Yu learns more about his father through visiting his family in China.
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The Moth Radio Hour
This Episode originally aired on May 17th, 2022.
In this hour, stories of seismic changes and subtle shifts—and the aftershocks left in their path. New perspectives on faith, family, and one's self. This episode is hosted by Brandon Grant, Director of Marketing at The Moth. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Marlon James discovers his talent as a junior exorcist.
Hannah Brennan learns there is wisdom in her body.
While going through a divorce, Tricia Rose Burt finds comfort in her art.
Kim Sykes recalls growing up in New Orleans with a complicated father.
Podcast # 765
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The Moth Podcast
On this week’s episode, two stories about taking shortcuts. Hosted by Dan Kennedy.
Storytellers:
Lawrence Wood is too honest with his book club.
Amanda Egge gets creative in rehab.
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The Moth Radio Hour
In this hour, stories of bearing witness and when it's best to look away. Overheard arguments, recording history, and a view nobody asked for. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Kate Tellers. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Ali Griswold's view of her neighbors leaves nothing to the imagination.
Misha Mehrel's mother re-invents movies by editing their Blockbuster rentals.
Madeleine Berenson and her fellow "Spice Grannies" intervene in a fight mid-air.
Liz Mills is her daring brother's emergency contact.
Boots Lupenui witnesses magic conjured by the the "heirloom songs" of Kohala.
Podcast # 970
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The Moth Radio Hour
This Episode originally aired on May 3rd, 2022.
In this hour, stories of education, illumination, or just being schooled. The lessons learned from communities new and old, on top of a glacier, and from children. This episode is hosted by Moth host Jon Goode. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Dan Souza teaches English and learns about Hungarian karaoke.
Jen Rubin plans to be spontaneous.
Matty Struski learns about resiliency, and slides.
Diane Harari learns that piano recitals are child's play.
Burnell Cotlon returns to the Lower Ninth Ward after Hurricane Katrina to rebuild the community he loves.
Podcast # 763
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by Alison Orr
Allison Orr has a very enlightening Bumble date.
by Becky L
Becca L realizes that sometimes it’s better to be alone than to be with someone who can’t
commit.
The Moth Podcast
There are so many ways a story can move you - it can make you laugh, can make you cry, can make you rethink your place in the world… but sometimes a story can make you go… what?!?! Are you kidding me?!?! That jerk broke up with you via text?!?! After you catsat for him?!?!
So, in this episode, two stories that’ll make you go… they did WHAT?!?!
This episode was hosted by Chloe Salmon.
Storytellers:
Becca L realizes that sometimes it’s better to be alone than to be with someone who can’t commit.
Allison Orr goes on a very enlightening Bumble date.
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by Jitesh Jaggi
Jitesh Jaggi discovers why his father never taught him to drive.
by Nick Vega
Nick Vega’s fake ID business hits an unexpected snag.
by Mukosi Shimaka-Mbasu
Mukosi Shimaka-Mbasu realizes that participating in the Science Fair means talking to strangers.
The Moth Podcast
We're almost at the Oscars, and to celebrate, we have two stories that feel especially cinematic.
This episode was hosted by Jodi Powell.
Storytellers:
Jitesh Jaggi discovers why his father never taught him to drive.
Nick Vega’s fake ID business hits an unexpected snag.
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The Moth Radio Hour
In this hour, stories of legends: the people that have left an indelible mark—in our memories or the history books. A steelworker, a Cuban grandmother, and Medgar Evers. This episode is hosted by Moth Director Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Caroline Connolly spends a summer with her grandmother, "the ultimate Cuban matriarch."
Stacy Sullivan gains a new appreciation for her father.
Marques Celestine contends that Mardi Gras has "never been as much about the what, but the who with."
After moving to a new country, Brenda Williams takes pottery classes with a local elder.
Pastor Herbert Broome realizes that a critical piece of history that he was a part of is omitted in his local museum.
Podcast # 969
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by Clare Wallder
While participating in a swimathon, Clare Wallder follows the adage "slow and steady wins the race."
by Gary Sizer
Gary Sizer cares for his mother after her ALS diagnosis.
by Harold Cox
Harold Cox "borrows" his father's car as a child.
by Gaby Fernandez
Gaby Fernandez accidentally divulges a family secret.
