The Moth Radio Hour
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A special Mother's Day edition of The Moth Radio Hour. A mother helps her daughter get her first contact lenses, an unwanted parental intervention at a school concert, a new mother in Zambia awaits test results, a life or death bee sting and a teenage mother who couldn't be happier to welcome her child to the world. Hosted by The Moth's Artistic Director Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Chrissie Graham is a nerdy girl who needs contacts and promptly loses one.
Catherine Palmer tries to micromanage her son at a school concert.
Constance Mudenda is a healthcare worker with a health scare of her own.
Matthew Dicks has an allergic reaction to a bee sting and needs his mother.
Melissa Rodriguez grew up a foster child and then has a child of her own.
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The Moth Radio Hour
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In this hour, a professional impersonator gets an unusual gig, a journalist is befuddled by the facts, and a brother-sister duo who really love baseball. 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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Obama impersonator Dion Flynn gets an unlikely gig.
Carole Radziwill is gifted a watch that belonged to Jackie Kennedy.
Michaela Murphy takes her little brother on a cross-country adventure to see an All-Star Game.
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by Carole Radziwill
Carole Radziwill is gifted a watch that belonged to Jackie Kennedy.
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by Dion Flynn
Obama impersonator Dion Flynn gets an unlikely gig.
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On this episode, we visit a galaxy far far away, with three stories all about the impact of Star Wars. Plus, a discussion about why Star Wars has resonated for more than 50 years.
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Hosts: Brandon Grant-Walker and Edgar Ruiz, Jr.
Storytellers:
Dame Wilburn confuses a man in a costume for the real Darth Vader.
Shannan Paul’s mother teaches her that it’s alright to fall in love with science-fiction.
Manuelito Wheeler translates Star Wars: A New Hope into Navajo.
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The Moth Radio Hour
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In this hour, stories of the everyday moments that have lasting impacts. A fast-food chain giveaway, a perilous outing on the high seas and the emotional toll of being a customer care Agent for the USPS. 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.
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Angela Dohrmann goes whole-hog during a Wendy's giveaway.
Lobsterman Jason Lemos fights for survival in the frigid Atlantic.
Zellia Enjoli Tatiana learns something new about herself through her work as a customer care agent.
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Grown Podcast
Mental health. City adventures. Rescue dogs. In this episode, we set out to find ourselves. Esther Messe comes to understand her intrusive thoughts and Wilson Portorreal welcomes a new family member. Then, we go out to a flea market to talk about loss, and Aleeza and Fonzo get real about mental health.
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Grown Podcast
Young love. Erotic fan fiction. Secrets spilled or slipped. In this episode, Fonzo and Aleeza get crushed by crushes. David Lepelstat tells us about his first kiss, and Sasha Im’s mom reads her diary. Plus, we talk all about relationships, and our co-hosts get a little awkward.
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On this episode, we're going to have a little fun with the human body. We’ve got two stories all about bones and funnybones.
Host: Michelle Jalowski
Storytellers:
Jason Schommer takes a sleep study… and dreams of Ricky Martin.
Caroline Connolly learns a few unintended lessons from her mother.
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Radio Extras
In this hour, stories of the everyday moments that have lasting impacts. A fast-food chain giveaway, a perilous outing on the high seas and the emotional toll of being a customer care Agent for the USPS. 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.
Angela Dohrmann goes whole-hog during a Wendy's giveaway.
Lobsterman Jason Lemos fights for survival in the frigid Atlantic.
Zellia Fossett learns something new about herself through her work as a customer care agent.
Airdate: 4/24/24
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The Moth Radio Hour
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In this hour, stories of how we see ourselves, the perceptions of others, and the often gaping chasm in between. The struggle to prove oneself, challenge a stereotype, keep up appearances, and finally discover what really fits. This hour is hosted by Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media, the producer of this show.
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Enrique García Naranjo is stopped by border patrol.
Aydrea Walden realizes her classmates see her differently.
Miles Crabtree tries out for his school's production of "How the West Was Won."
Kimberly Rose sees herself disappearing in her marriage.
Jessi Klein lands what she thinks is her dream job.
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The Moth Radio Hour
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In this hour, stories of diving in—whether we want to or not. In a job, in a relationship, or into the unknown. 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.
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Surgeon Anthony Chin-Quee finds himself in over his head during his first day on call.
Despite protests from friends and family, Nancy French marries a man she barely knows.
Wilderness guide Monte Montepare takes inexperienced hikers on a glacier expedition.
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by Monte Montepare
Wilderness guide Monte Montepare takes inexperienced hikers on a glacier expedition.
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15:33
by Nancy French
Despite protests from friends and family, Nancy French marries a man she barely knows.
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12:10
by Anthony Chin-Quee
Surgeon Anthony Chin-Quee finds himself in over his head during his first day on call.
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