A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
by Julie Baker
Julie Baker finds comfort in Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood.
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The Moth Podcast
New Year, New Leaf: The Moth Podcast
To celebrate the dawn of 2026, we’ll have two stories of people trying new things, taking a leap, in one case literally, shaking their lives up, and turning over new leaves.
This episode was hosted by Kate Tellers.
Storytellers:
Laura Gilbert starts a new job as a software engineer and deals with imposter syndrome.
In desperate need of an easy class to graduate college, Elliot Higgins took a skydiving 101 class.
Podcast # 957
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More Balls than Brains
In desperate need of an easy class to graduate college, Elliot Higgins took a skydiving 101
class.
New Year, New Leaf
Laura Gilbert starts a new job as a software engineer and deals with imposter syndrome.
Scare
Kristy Arnett Moreno has a cancer scare, and has to open up to her boyfriend.
The Moth Radio Hour
Behind the Scenes: The Moth Radio Hour
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In this hour, stories by and about the people who work behind the scenes. A bartender, an almost-cook, and a teacher. 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:
Gretchen Van Esstelyn steps up during a kitchen catastrophe.
James Gordon's student asks him a difficult question.
Bartender Anastasia Maximenko has an uncomfortable conversation with a customer.
Nahla Summers's partner is determined to give her the best birthday ever.
Jeremy Gaitan and his family are caught in a natural disaster.
Podcast # 956
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Growing Pains Extras
In this episode, the trials and tribulations of growing up. Jealousy, loss, secrets, and finding one's place in the world. This episode is hosted by Moth Producer and Director Chloe Salmon. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Jennifer Lubin competes for her mother's affection with an unlikely foe.
Anne Stuart spends her summer break delivering the news as the switchboard operator at her local paper.
After hitting a baseball for the first time, 10 year old Stephen Ferrell hopes for another miracle.
Esther Ngumbi's mother catches her in a lie.
Ernesto Quiñonez tries to encourage his 9-year-old daughter to be his traveling companion to Graceland.
The Moth Podcast
Warm Sweater: The Moth Podcast
It's that weird time between Christmas and New Years, when all everyone wants to do is chill and be comfy. So, on this episode, we’ve got three stories that’ll feel like you’re putting on a cozy, oversize, ever-so-warm sweater.
This episode was hosted by Marc Sollinger.
Storytellers:
Kristy Arnett Moreno has a cancer scare, and has to open up to her boyfriend.
Steven Ettinger learns some lessons from his 90 year old roommate.
Jonathan Mannheim gets caught up in a chase, wearing his laundry day sweater.
Podcast # 955
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Holiday Special 2014: Monkeys, Megachurches, and First Elves
Simon Doonan encounters challenges when called on to decorate the White House for Christmas, a man is hesitant to work with a ‘Hollywood’ style church in his neighborhood, a Jewish girl meets Santa, and a boy thinks his dreams have finally come true when he gets an exotic pet.
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Holiday Special 2014: Monkeys, Megachurches, and First Elves
Simon Doonan encounters challenges when called on to decorate the White House for Christmas, a man is hesitant to work with a ‘Hollywood’ style church in his neighborhood, a Jewish girl meets Santa, and a boy thinks his dreams have finally come true when he gets an exotic pet.
The Moth Podcast
Snowed In: The Moth Podcast
As the weather outside gets colder and colder, and it seems like Spring will never return - The Moth is sharing stories all about the magic, and the misery, of winter. From traveling down icy roads, to finding warmth with your loved ones. So instead of going outside, why don't you bundle up, pour a mug of hot cocoa, and listen to some stories
This episode was hosted by Emily Couch.
Storytellers:
Cola Rum gets some help while driving in a snowstorm.
Melissa Earley tries to hide an accident from her congregation.
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Let's Go Skiing - No One Has to Know
Melissa Earley tries to hide an accident from her congregation.
The Moth Radio Hour
Underpinning: The Moth Radio Hour
This episode originally aired on December 28, 2021.
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In this hour, stories of tradition, codes, regulations — and breaking them wide open. A foul-mouthed boater, a long-forgotten toy car, and a foray to Florida. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Michael Steinberg gets an unexpected case in his new role as the director of the Michigan ACLU.
Samuel James looks at an artifact from his past with new eyes.
Frimet Goldberger ventures into the unexplored world of a Florida water park.
Podcast # 745
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Crowd Control: The Moth Podcast
This episode originally aired on January 31st, 2020.
This episode, stories from crowded places and spaces.
Hosted by: Dan Kennedy
Storytellers:
Tere Figueras Negrete learns a lot about her fellow passengers when her commute goes awry.
Slow service at a deli counter leads to an angry and regrettable outburst from Adam Wade.
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Eye Opening Encounters: The Moth Radio Hour
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In this hour, stories of chance meetings, unexpected connections, and pleasant surprises—at Macy's, while camping, and in a graveyard. This episode is hosted by Moth Director Michelle Jalowski. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Mandy Gardner learns an important lesson in a graveyard.
Caroline Brennan learns a family secret.
Bryan Kett attempts to recharge on a camping trip.
Shania Russell comes to appreciate having a younger sibling.
Connie Shin approaches a significant birthday.
Podcast # 953
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Finding Soul: The Moth Podcast
A few days ago, we shared a Moth Radio Hour all about shoes… but on this episode, we’re going to be talking about a different type of soul. Yes, we’re going from the sole of your shoe, to the soul inside you - with stories about connections, bonds, being there for the people we love, and all of the things that make you you. This episode was hosted by Suzanne Rust.
Storytellers:
On a high school trip, socially awkward Heather McG is given a bright pink suitcase by her grandmother.
Ashley Mckelvy has to get married in less than a month.
Podcast # 952
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