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The Moth Radio Hour
Sitting with Spirit
--- This episode is available on your local radio station, on PRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on iTunes | Spotify | RadioPublic | RSS --- 3/5/24 ---
When the going gets tough, the tough get going! In this hour, stories of moving through discomfort—grief, revisiting painful history, stepping outside our safe spaces—and how it shapes us. 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.
Stephanie Wittels Wach tries to understand her brother's struggle.
Wes Hazard takes us behind the scenes of Jeopardy!
Introvert Sufian Zhemukhov has strict rules about talking to strangers.
Brigette Jones is determined to become a tour guide at Belle Meade Plantation.
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Standing as 10,000
Brigette Jones is determined to become a tour guide at Belle Meade Plantation.
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The Moth Podcast
Melbourne: Elizabeth Gray and Cal Wilson
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On this episode, two stories from Melbourne, and we’ll reflect on the legacy of comedian and SLAM host Cal Wilson.
Host: Chloe Salmon
Storytellers:
Elizabeth Gray’s son has an interesting first day of school.
Cal Wilson is inspired by her five year old son to take swimming lessons.
Here’s Cal Wilson’s article about The Moth: https://www.smh.com.au/enterta...
If you’d like to share your own story, or would just love to hear some incredible live storytelling, check out a Story Slam near you: https://themoth.org/events
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Stuck! extras
In this hour, stories of being stuck. Stranded in Las Vegas, a desperate search for a pet sitter, a wreck on the Colorado River, and stage fright on the church pulpit. This hour is hosted by The Moth's Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Alistair Bane reluctantly attends church as his friend's grandmother's "special guest"...
Jon Levin is penniless with a con man in Las Vegas.
Noriko Rosted must find a pet sitter for her beloved cat before her trip to Italy.
Taylor Tower wonders if her dad is the "right" kind of parent.
The Moth Radio Hour
Stuck!
--- This episode is available on your local radio station, on PRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on iTunes | Spotify | RadioPublic | RSS --- 2/27/24 ---
In this hour, stories of being stuck. Stranded in Las Vegas, a desperate search for a pet sitter, a wreck on the Colorado River, and stage fright on the church pulpit. This hour is hosted by The Moth's Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Alistair Bane reluctantly attends church as his friend's grandmother's "special guest"...
Jon Levin is penniless with a con man in Las Vegas.
Noriko Rosted must find a pet sitter for her beloved cat before her trip to Italy.
Taylor Tower wonders if her dad is the "right" kind of parent.
The Moth Radio Hour
Best Laid Plans
--- This episode is available on your local radio station, on PRX and below via The Moth Player. It will be published on iTunes | Spotify | RadioPublic | RSS --- 2/20/24 ---
To err is human—and in this hour, we explore humanity in all its imperfections. Lost baggage, Kool Aid mishaps, and not eating enough fruit. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of The Moth Radio Hour.
Maxie Jones gives in to peer pressure and faces the wrath of his mother.
Kate Oliver's determination to impress her partner's family backfires and leaves her in distress.
James Fitzgerald is hell bent on watching Power Rangers.
At the age of 24, Beau Davis prepares himself for his first airplane journey.
Matt Storrs receives an unexpected medical diagnosis.
Diana Thompson ’finds herself in a Scottish dancing group, at her mother’s insistence.
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Strangers of the Santa Ana Winds
by Heather Rae
Heather Rae looks to a wayward band of strangers to help get her keys out of the car that is locked and running.
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Hair Ties: Imogen Wall and Heather Rae
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On this episode, we share two stories all about how hair can connect us. As a note, Imogen Wall’s story talks about someone experiencing the suicide of a loved one, if that subject is difficult for you, you might want to skip that story. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, you can call 988 in the US for free and confidential support.
Host: Marc Sollinger
Storytellers:
Heather Rae looks to a wayward band of strangers to help get her keys out of the car that is locked and running.
Imogen Wall finds connection and comfort in a hair salon.
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Baggage Claims
by Beau Davis
At the age of 24, Beau Davis prepares himself for his first airplane journey.
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Dancing Through Life
Diana Thompson ’finds herself in a Scottish dancing group, at her mother’s insistence.
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