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Against the Grain Extras

In this hour, stories of people who swam upstream, went against the grain, forged their own paths. Standing tall, dressing for success, and getting behind the wheel. 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.

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Life Cycles

by Gina Belafonte

Gina Belafonte chronicles her relationship with her mother. 

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06:48
Big

by Shannan Scarselletta

6 foot 11 year old Shannan Scarselleta competes in a middle school obstacle course. 

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Veterans Day Special

A special Veterans Day edition of The Moth Radio Hour. This special hour is hosted by The Moth's Producing Director, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Mike Scotti finds new meaning after returning from active duty in the Middle East.

Dawn Seymour becomes part of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP), training young men stateside to enter WWII overseas.

Bill Krieger tucks his daughter in at night before being deployed to Iraq.

William Cole serves as a radio operator in the 93rd Infantry Division, a segregated unit, in the South Pacific.

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Cheeseburger

by Jameer Pond

Jameer Pond brings his act as a comedian to college. 

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07:29
My Mother’s Drive

by Shristi Karki

Shristi Karki watches her mom learn a new skill.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Against the Grain

--- This episode is available on your local radio stationPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on SpotifyApple and iHeart on 11/6/24 ---

In this hour, stories of people who swam upstream, went against the grain, forged their own paths. Standing tall, dressing for success, and getting behind the wheel. 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.

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Jameer Pond brings his act as a comedian to college. 

Shristi Karki watches her mom learn a new skill.

6 foot 11-year-old Shannan Scarselleta competes in a middle school obstacle course. 

Gina Belafonte chronicles her relationship with her mother. 

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The Moth Podcast: Live from LA GrandSLAM

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We've got a special treat for you this episode! We're featuring a recent Los Angeles GrandSLAM - with hosting, audience slips, music, and of course, great stories. The episode was introduced by Sarah Austin Jenness, and the GrandSLAM was hosted by Brian Finkelstein. The musicians in this episode were Alexander Burke, who played the vibraphone, and Eban Schletter, who played the theremin.

Special thanks to Gary Buchler, regional producer of The Moth's Los Angeles slam series.

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Storytellers:

Jess Nurse learns a bit about friendship after your twenties.

David Ambroz finds inner strength in a challenging situation.

Bryan Kett plays disc-golf with some misfits.

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The Moth Podcast: Live from LA GrandSLAM Extras

We've got a special treat for you this episode! We're featuring a recent Los Angeles GrandSLAM - with hosting, audience slips, music, and of course, great stories. The episode was introduced by Sarah Austin Jenness, and the GrandSLAM was hosted by Brian Finkelstein. The musicians in this episode were Alexander Burke, who played the vibraphone, and Eban Schletter, who played the theremin.

Special thanks to Gary Buchler, regional producer of The Moth's Los Angeles slam series.

Storytellers:

Jess Nurse learns a bit about friendship after your twenties.

David Ambroz finds inner strength in a challenging situation.

Bryan Kett plays disc-golf with some misfits.

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The Moth Podcast: Goodness, Gracious Extras

On this episode, stories about kindness, care, and what we owe each other. The episode was hosted by Michelle Jalowski. 

Storytellers:

Matthew Dicks finds a friend at McDonalds.

Heidi Munson’s boss goes the extra mile.

Laurie Bushbaum tries to find a way to give away her mom’s hats.

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The Moth Podcast: Goodness, Gracious

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On this episode, stories about kindness, care, and what we owe each other. The episode was hosted by Michelle Jalowski. 

Storytellers:

Matthew Dicks finds a friend at McDonalds.

Heidi Munson’s boss goes the extra mile.

Laurie Bushbaum tries to find a way to give away her mom’s hats.

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Past Tense, Future Perfect

--- This episode is available on your local radio stationPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on SpotifyApple and iHeart on 10/22/24 ---

In this hour, moments and memories that mold the future. Life or death choices made in an instant, bygone mistakes, and letting go of grudges and guilt. This hour is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
 

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Julie Pryor is tasked with driving on the [infamously] dangerous Alaskan Haul Road.

A pregnant Madeleine Berenson endures harassment and discrimination from her employer.

Michael Fischer risks his life for a bag of pretzels.

Carol Seppilu finds a unique way to brave her depression. 
 

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Past Tense, Future Perfect extras

In this hour, moments and memories that mold the future. Life or death choices made in an instant, bygone mistakes, and letting go of grudges and guilt. This hour is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Julie Pryor is tasked with driving on the [infamously] dangerous Alaskan Haul Road.

A pregnant Madeleine Berenson endures harassment and discrimination from her employer.

Michael Fischer risks his life for a bag of pretzels.

Carol Seppilu finds a unique way to brave her depression. 

Airdate: 10/27/20

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I See You extras

In this hour, stories about clarity and perspective. Seeing one another, feeling seen, and seeing oneself with the veil lifted. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Rae Wynn-Grant's perspective on America shifts while studying wildlife in Africa.

Angelica Lindsey-Ali makes Hajj while 8 months pregnant.

Grace Topinka joins a new friend for spa day.

Zakiya Minifee is determined to not be "that American" during a trip abroad.

Josh Holland meets his birth mother at 39.

Airdate: 10/6/20

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Family Ties

by Cat Powell Hoffman

Cat Powell-Hoffman learns about her biological family. 

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15:08
Helpfully Ever After

by Kelli Dunham

Kelli Dunham doesn't like accepting help from others. 

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04:30
The Hidden Folder

by Jessie

Jessie shows her family photos from her recent travels...and more. 

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11:06
Fandom Subletter

by Paul Chin

Musician Paul Chin works tirelessly on an EP.

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The Moth Radio Hour
I See You

--- This episode is available on your local radio stationPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on SpotifyApple and iHeart on 10/15/24 ---
 

In this hour, stories about clarity and perspective. Seeing one another, feeling seen, and seeing oneself with the veil lifted. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
 

Read the transcript here.

Rae Wynn-Grant's perspective on America shifts while studying wildlife in Africa.

Angelica Lindsey-Ali makes Hajj while 8 months pregnant.

Grace Topinka joins a new friend for spa day.

Zakiya Minifee is determined to not be "that American" during a trip abroad.

Josh Holland meets his birth mother at 39.

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