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The Moth Radio Hour
Not What They Seem

--- This episode is available on your local radio stationPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on SpotifyApple and iHeart on 8/13/24 ---
 

In this hour, tales that remind us that looks can be deceiving. Disguises, surprises from strangers, and reckoning with one's own identity. 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.

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Phill Branch designs his own suit for prom.

Raabia Wazir leaves KY to take a job at Muslim Civil Rights Organization in DC.

Jean le Bec begins to feel a sense of community at her local pool.

Micheal Devlin rescues a sheep in a field in  Ireland.

Jim Giaccone searches for his brother in the rubble of the Twin Towers.
 

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In this hour, tales that remind us that looks can be deceiving. Disguises, surprises from strangers, and reckoning with one's own identity. 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.

Phill Branch designs his own suit for prom.

Raabia Wazir leaves KY to take a job at Muslim Civil Rights Organization in DC.

Jean le Bec begins to feel a sense of community at her local pool.

Micheal Devlin rescues a sheep in a field in  Ireland.

Jim Giaccone searches for his brother in the rubble of the Twin Towers.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Confidence Game

--- This episode is available on your local radio stationPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on SpotifyApple and iHeart on 7/30/24 ---

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Hold on to your wallets, SSNs, and test papers. This episode is all about scams, schemes, and con artists. Student hijinx, famous grifts, monkey business, and the word of God. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of this radio show.

Abigail Ladd runs a con in elementary school.

Tonya Camille and her sister use their physical similarities to their advantage.

Pete Goldfinger experiences a famous scandal firsthand.  

Gayliene Omary has a run in with a scammer of the heart.
 

Maria Corrales confronts a con in the animal kingdom.
 

Chiwoza Bandawe receives the word of God, courtesy of a shady acquaintance. 

 

 

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The Moth Podcast
The Moth Podcast: The Olympics with Aimee Mullins

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In this special episode, we celebrate four weeks of competition, daring, and perseverance by sharing three stories all about the Olympics. Hosted by actor, storyteller, and Olympian Aimee Mullins, we'll explore the joy of marching in the opening ceremony, the strange pull of Kristi Yamaguchi, and the indomitable nature of the Olympic spirit.

Host:

Aimee Mullins

Storytellers:

Juliet Hochman trains for the Olympics, and finds support in her family.

Mandy Hu realizes something profound about herself when she watches Kristi Yamaguchi on television.

Aimee Mullins explores her changing relationship with her prosthetic legs.

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A Message from God

by Chiwoza Bandawe

Chiwoza Bandawe receives the word of God, courtesy of a shady acquaintance. 

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Revving Up the Party Bus

by Gayliene Omary

Gayliene Omary has a run-in with a scammer of the heart.

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05:53
Baboon Babies Are Babies Too

by Maria Corrales

Maria Corrales confronts a con in the animal kingdom.

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06:34
I Am Not My Grandfather… Though I Resemble Him

by Pete Goldfinger

Pete Goldfinger experiences a famous scandal firsthand.  

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05:10
For Sister’s Sake

by Tonya Camille

Tonya Camille and her sister use their physical similarities to their advantage.

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05:08
The Cutest Con

by Abigail Ladd

Abigail Ladd runs a con in elementary school.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Everything's Bigger in Texas

--- This episode is available on your local radio stationPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on SpotifyApple and iHeart on 7/30/24 ---
 

In this hour, stories live on Moth stages around the Lone Star State - Everything’s Bigger in Texas. 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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Alyssa Ladd attempts to be the "best Christian" at her Evangelical summer camp.

Chris Gorman adopts a dog that's been marked "unwanted."

At 12 years old, Robert Holguin infiltrates a NASA press conference. 

Christopher Scott's life is changed forever when he answers a friend’s call for help.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Second Acts

This episode is available on your local radio station, on PRX It will be published on  iTunes | Spotify | RadioPublic | RSS on 07/23/2024

In this hour, stories of do-overs, golden years, and new takes. One-more-chance—at work, in love, through art. 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.

Jamal Joseph is tasked with putting on a play in prison. 

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 After not working for almost 2 decades, Neerja Kapoor takes on an unexpected job.

Craig Mangum and his girlfriend have more in common than anticipated. 

Rhonda Sternberg describes dating "while old."

After losing her father, Blessing Omakwu has a crisis of faith. 

 

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Second Acts

In this hour, stories of do-overs, golden years, and new takes. One-more-chance—at work, in love, through art. 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.

Jamal Joseph is tasked with putting on a play in prison. 

 After not working for almost 2 decades, Neerja Kapoor takes on an unexpected job.

Craig Mangum and his girlfriend have more in common than anticipated. 

Rhonda Sternberg describes dating "while old."

After losing her father, Blessing Omakwu has a crisis of faith.

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The Moth Podcast
The Moth Podcast: Moon Landing Anniversary

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In this special episode, we celebrate the 55th anniversary of the moon landing with some of our favorite stories all about space. Hosted by educator, storyteller, and astronaut Leland Melvin, we'll visit NASA training camp, the Hubble telescope, Pluto, and everywhere in between.

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Host: 

Leland Melvin

Storytellers:

Mike Massimino details his high stakes mission to repair the Hubble Space Telescope.

Cathy Olkin must troubleshoot a problem more than 4 billion miles away.

Leland Melvin suffers a devastating injury that seemingly cuts short his dream of flying in space

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The Moth Radio Hour
Voicing Tough Truths

--- This episode is available on your local radio stationPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on SpotifyApple and iHeart on 7/16/24 ---
 

In this hour, tellers who tell the truth and nothing but the truth, even when it's hard. Finding the right words in front of the president, in the face of the patriarchy, during a shocking encounter, and to pass on knowledge. This hour 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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David Litt channels his alter ego, "Lips," while working as a presidential speechwriter.

Nimisha Ladva sees the subtle ways her mother defies the patriarchal structure of her extended family.

Alexis Barton learns nothing good happens after midnight.

Sharon Salzberg's meditation teacher encourages her to use her voice and past experience to help others

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The Moth Podcast
The Moth Podcast: Ear Hustle and Stories about Incarceration

The Moth podcast shares incredible true stories told live, and for our next episode, we’re doing a special collaboration with Ear Hustle.

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The Moth Radio Hour
All About Time

--- This episode is available on your local radio stationPRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on SpotifyApple and iHeart on 7/9/24 ---

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In this hour, stories of time—its possibilities and its limitations. A secret room, a final basketball game, and a countdown to marriage—with no suitor in sight. Hosted by Moth director Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Otis Gray tries to save his relationship via a grand romantic gesture. 

Reina Bolds is in denial about her sister, her partner in basketball, leaving for college.

Anu Senan chronicles her family's many attempts at finding her a husband. 

Vivian Yoon feels invisible at home and in school


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