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Down the Mountain
10-year-old Briony Chappell and her father search for each other after being separated on a ski trip.
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10-year-old Briony Chappell and her father search for each other after being separated on a ski trip.
This week, an episode in honor of the International Day of the Girl Child, observed October 11. Stories from across continents and across generations -- about the challenges, the adventures, and the joys of girlhood. Hosted and produced 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.
10-year-old Briony Chappell and her father search for each other after being separated on a ski trip.
Dia's mother surprises her in a moment of need.
Primah Kwagala recounts the night her father brought home a second wife.
Masooma Ranalvi decides to break her silence.
Eve Engel hopes to get her first kiss.
Juliette Holmes and her mother go shopping in 1940s segregated Georgia.
In this episode, we present four stories all about coming to the precipice of catastrophe. A vicious rumor shakes the foundations of family and home, a potential romance takes a dark turn, and a woman’s heritage dangles over oblivion by a thread. Hosted by Tara Clancy in front of a live audience in Jackson, Wyoming with additional hosting by Jay Allison. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Tara Clancy is unprepared for a conversation around sexuality with her son.
Cristina Briones faces down a housing crisis and a call for equity.
Terrance Flynn attempts to catch the romantic-interest of an enigmatic stranger.
Nina McConigley clings to her heritage with a safety pin and a sari.
In this episode, we present four stories all about coming to the precipice of catastrophe. A vicious rumor shakes the foundations of family and home, a potential romance takes a dark turn, and a woman’s heritage dangles over oblivion by a thread. Hosted by Tara Clancy in front of a live audience in Jackson, Wyoming with additional hosting by Jay Allison. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Tara Clancy is unprepared for a conversation around sexuality with her son.
Cristina Briones faces down a housing crisis and a call for equity.
Terrance Flynn attempts to catch the romantic-interest of an enigmatic stranger.
Nina McConigley clings to her heritage with a safety pin and a sari.
In this hour, stories of exposure to unexpected worlds, new traditions, and traversing boundaries. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media, producer of this show.
Jason Kordelos goes on a cruise to nowhere.
Marne Litfin finds that they have unexpected responsibilities while working at a Quaker camp.
Cheech Marin tries to make sense of his new life in a new place.
Prachi Mehta is shocked by America's obsession with pets.
This week, we hear standup and a story from Meg Ferrill. Plus, we examine the links between comedy and storytelling. If you want to learn more about storytelling, pick up our book How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth. This episode is hosted by Kate Tellers.
Storytellers:
Meg Ferrill
Interviewed Comedians:
Meg Ferrill
Ophira Eisenberg
Hari Kondabolu
Mike Birbiglia
In this hour, stories of exposure to unexpected worlds, new traditions, and traversing boundaries. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media, producer of this show.
Jason Kordelos goes on a cruise to nowhere.
Marne Litfin finds that they have unexpected responsibilities while working at a Quaker camp.
Cheech Marin tries to make sense of his new life in a new place.
Prachi Mehta is shocked by America's obsession with pets.
by Prachi Mehta
Prachi Mehta is shocked by America's obsession with pets.
by Marne Litfin
Marne Litfin finds that they have unexpected responsibilities while working at a Quaker camp.
In this hour, seven stories about young adults and the world around them. Boundaries, curfews, hairstyles, first loves, fitting in and letting go. 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.
Muthoni Garland sneaks out to see a band.
Joann Kielar is followed on her way home from work.
Moses Storm is the subject of a high school senior project.
Laura Gilbert troubleshoots the code of love.
Diamante Ortiz brings a vibrant change to her look and life.
Christine Gentry has boy-troubles, thanks to her father.
Javier Morillo faces some ugly memories while preparing for his 30th high school reunion.
--- 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 9/27/22 ---
In this hour, seven stories about young adults and the world around them. Boundaries, curfews, hairstyles, first loves, fitting in and letting go. 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.
Muthoni Garland sneaks out to see a band.
Joann Kielar is followed on her way home from work.
Moses Storm is the subject of a high school senior project.
Laura Gilbert troubleshoots the code of love.
Diamante Ortiz brings a vibrant change to her look and life.
Christine Gentry has boy-troubles, thanks to her father.
Javier Morillo faces some ugly memories while preparing for his 30th high school reunion.
--- 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 9/20/22 ---
In this hour, it's raining cats and dogs! (And a few snakes as well.) Reluctant pet owners, canine companionship, and an elderly cat named Rita. This episode is hosted by Moth storyteller Alistair Bane. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Catherine Palmer applies city girl solutions to country problems.
Jitesh Jaggi has a long and storied history with canines.
Beth Bradley's family gets a dog, to her father's chagrin.
Lisa Schuldt goes for a wintry walk with her dog.
Katie Vaca does not care for cat love.
Patrick Cleary learns to be dangerous from a declawed, aging cat.
Linda Torres is reunited with her dog after a tour in Afghanistan
This week, we play a story from Salman Rushdie, a treasured member of The Moth family. This episode is hosted by Jon Goode.
Storyteller: Salman Rushdie
In this hour, it's raining cats and dogs! (And a few snakes as well.) Reluctant pet owners, canine companionship, and an elderly cat named Rita. This episode is hosted by Moth storyteller Alistair Bane. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Catherine Palmer applies city girl solutions to country problems.
Jitesh Jaggi has a long and storied history with canines.
Beth Bradley's family gets a dog, to her father's chagrin.
Lisa Schuldt goes for a wintry walk with her dog.
Katie Vaca does not care for cat love.
Patrick Cleary learns to be dangerous from a declawed, aging cat.
Linda Torres is reunited with her dog after a tour in Afghanistan