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06:13
Rocky, The Lag Bus, and Me

by Steve Clark

Self-described unathletic man, Steve Clark, signs up for the Philadelphia marathon. 

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The Moth Podcast
Pet Stars: Scott Sanders and Noriko Rosted

In honor of National Adopt a Shelter Pet day on April 30th, we’re sharing two Moth stories all about the special role pets play in our lives. This episode is hosted by the Moth’s Social Media Coordinator, Estee Daveed.

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Scott Sanders deals with jealousy as his dog becomes a more successful actor than he is.

Noriko Rosted must find a pet sitter for her beloved cat before her trip to Italy.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Bearing Witness

--- 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 --- on 4/25/23 ---

In this hour, stories of mistakes, perseverance, and lessons learned, often the hard way. This hour is hosted by The Moth's Senior Director, Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Alice Schaffer, a preacher's daughter, grows up in fear of the lessons learned in Sunday school. 

Dawn Ross tries to adjust to life in rural Arkansas.

D. Parvaz, a journalist covering the uprising in Syria, is arrested and imprisoned.

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

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12:00
GFD

by Micaela Blei

High school freshman Micaela Blei falls in with the German Folk Dancing crowd.

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11:37
The Prodigal Poet Returns Home

by Glenn North

Feeling despondent about moving back to his hometown of Kansas City to take care of a sick parent, a young poet decides to rejuvenate the arts scene with a poetry night.

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04:38
The Rescue

by Natalie Bell

Orthodontia and a high school poetry reading lead to awkwardness.

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The Moth Podcast
Saying More with Less: Natalie Bell and Glenn North

We hear stories about poetry and how it can bring people together. This episode is hosted by Keighly Baron.

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Natalie Bell - Orthodontia and a high school poetry reading lead to awkwardness.

Glenn North - Feeling despondent about moving back to his hometown of Kansas City to take care of a sick parent, a young poet decides to rejuvenate the arts scene with a poetry night.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Walking the Walk

--- 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 --- on 4/18/23 ---

In this hour, stories of finding one's way—through heartbreak, adolescence, times of crisis, and public nudity. This episode is hosted by Moth storyteller Samuel James. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

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Kristin Lee tries to make friends at genetics camp. 
8-year-old Maura Schneider and her friend hatch a revenge plan after experiencing their first rejection.
Kaya Jarvis gets the help she needs from an unexpected source. 
Samuel Blackman contends with the realities of working in pediatric oncology.
Annie Linn navigates having her mother as her high school English teacher. 
Evie O'Reilly goes on her first naked bike ride.

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06:06
Mrs. Hoblitt

by Annē Linn

Annie Linn navigates having her mother as her high school English teacher.

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05:18
Tangled up in Orange

by Evie O'Reilly

Evie O'Reilly goes on her first naked bike ride.

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08:22
Break Out of My Mind & Sit With You

by Kaya Jarvis

Kaya Jarvis gets the help she needs from an unexpected source. 

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06:13
Genetics Camp

by Kristin Lee

Kristin Lee tries to make friends at genetics camp. 

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06:18
Return To Sender

by Maura Schneider

8-year-old Maura Schneider and her friend hatch a revenge plan after experiencing their first rejection

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07:04
In the Eye of the Beholden

by Samuel Blackman

Samuel Blackman contends with the realities of working in pediatric oncology.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Don’t Stop the Music

--- 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 --- on 4/11/23 ---

In this hour, Motown, hip hop, folk and pop. Stories of the indelible impact of music on both its creators and listeners. This hour is hosted by The Moth's Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

David Montgomery gets immersed in Spice World.

Cal Street describes her time as part of The Velvelettes.

Dawn Smith grows up in a cult that forbids music.

Jin Au-Yeung's lyricism connects him to Barack Obama.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Matters of the Heart

--- 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 --- on 3/28/23 ---
 

In this hour, stories of love—passions, parents, and dating apps. A woman swipes for a second chance, a little girl finds her calling, and fathers find ways to relate to their children. This episode is hosted by Moth Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

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Kristy Hawkins thumbs her way through the prospects of love.
Kemp Powers is convinced he will never be a good dad.
Niall Ashdown and his father bond over their love of birds. 
Esther McManus keeps the baking tradition alive. 

 

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