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Fish out of Water

by Amber Jo Hatt

Amber Jo Hatt attempts to take her friends on a big adventure

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The Moth Radio Hour
Knowing How and When to Fight

--- 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 3/14/23 ---

In this hour, five stories of picking our battles. The internal and external pressures that guide how we speak up, speak out, or stay silent. 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.

Hillary Boone and their mother scheme to save Vermont from hate.

Maria Hodermarska fights for services for her son.

Ed Mabaya finds himself in danger while visiting his girlfriend.

Brad Lawrence and his sister work their mom's last nerve with their brawling.

Angela Lush struggles to speak up.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Location, Location, Location

--- 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 2/28/23 ---

In this hour, stories of the places that leave a lasting impression. A skating rink, a golf course, a restaurant, and a cemetery. This episode is hosted by Moth director Chloe Salmon. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

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Jacoby Cochran and his family build a home at Rich City Skate. 

Holly Thompson and her grandfather share a love of golf.
 

After a turbulent history in online dating, Leah Haydock finds solace in pasta.
 

Marguerite Maria Rivas searches for her daughter's grave. 

 

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Looking for Omelanka: Jean-Michele Gregory

We hear a story from someone searching for their family’s history. This episode is hosted by Michelle Jalowski.

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If you’d like to see photos of Jean-Michele and her grandmother, go to themoth.org/extras

 

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14:53
Between The Rock and a Heart Place

by Marguerite Maria Rivas

Marguerite Maria Rivas searches for her daughter's grave. 


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07:32
The Blondebomber and Gramps

by Holly Thompson

Holly Thompson and her grandfather share a love of golf.

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12:40
Rich City Skater

by Jacoby Cochran

Jacoby Cochran and his family build a home at Rich City Skate. 

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06:44
Love and Pasta

by Leah Haydock

After a turbulent history in online dating, Leah Haydock finds solace in pasta.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Love, Serve, and Protect

--- 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 2/28/23 ---

In this hour, stories of heroes, mentors, and our greatest supporters. A Coast Guard rescue swimmer considers his career, a lawyer learns the meaning of justice, and a songstress pens lyrics for her loved one. 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.

Rob Simpson takes us behind the scenes of life as a Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer.

Sheila Calloway searches for fairness and empathy in the justice system.

Beth Nielsen Chapman finds magic in the writing of a song.

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The Moth Radio Hour
Navigating the Gray

--- 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 2/21/23 ---

In this episode, stories from the gray areas and in-between spaces. Stuck in the middle, straddling two worlds, or searching for where you belong. This episode is hosted by Grown hosts Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

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Military policeman Carl Cannon is assigned duty in one of the most dangerous prisons on the planet
James Han Mattson moves to Korea to meet his birth family and connect with his Korean heritage.
First time pageant contestant Nicole Kelly enters the Miss Iowa competition.

 

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The Moth Podcast
Getting Grown

Here’s a taste of The Moth’s very first spinoff, Grown!

Subscribe to Grown wherever you get your podcasts, or check out its website for more information: www.grownpod.com

This episode is hosted by Sarah Austin Jenness.

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13:57
Mirror Image

by James Han Mattson

James Han Mattson moves to Korea to meet his birth family and connect with his Korean heritage.

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13:04
Miss Accidental America

by Nicole Kelly

First time pageant contestant Nicole Kelly enters the Miss Iowa competition.

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15:10
The Best at Keeping Them Out

by Carl Cannon

Military policeman Carl Cannon is assigned duty in one of the most dangerous prisons on the planet

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The Moth Radio Hour
Can't Help Falling in Love

--- 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 2/14/23 ---

In honor of Valentine's Day, let The Moth whisper sweet somethings in your ear(buds). Stories of falling in love, enduring devotion, and romance that blooms in the most unlikely places—or between the most unlikely people. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

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Inclement weather threatens David Greco's romantic plans for Jazz Fest. 
Eva Santiago reconnects with an old friend who is now in prison. 
Paola Ayala is worried that her mother found a private letter.  
Auburn Sheaffer and her husband share an unlikely first home. 
Matthew Mercier uncovers his parents' love story. 

 

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