The Moth Podcast

Bye-Bye New York: Emad Kiyaei

On this episode, Emad Kiyaei tells us about his complicated relationship with America.

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09:32

Bye-Bye New York

by Emad Kiyaei

Emad Kiyaei tells us about his complicated relationship with America. 

16:42

The Alpha Wolf

by Elizabeth Gilbert

Writer Elizabeth Gilbert shares her struggle in dealing with her partner’s terminal illness and what it taught her about living. 

The Moth Podcast

The Alpha Wolf: Elizabeth Gilbert

On this episode, writer Elizabeth Gilbert shares her struggle in dealing with her partner’s terminal illness and what it taught her about living. 

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14:36

Seven Shades of Blue

by Beth Nielsen Chapman

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

14:55

True Justice

by Sheila Calloway

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

14:33

Living Up to a Motto

by Rob Simpson

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

The Moth Radio Hour

Family Photos, Grandmothers, Legos & Revenge

A family reunites around a hospital bed, a grandmother shares wisdom (and a beer) with her grandson, a third-grade teacher underestimates the power of Legos, and a bullied teen plots revenge. 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

James Braly’s dysfunctional family gathers around his sister’s deathbed.

Micaela Blei discovers an underground Lego cartel in her elementary school.

Aaron Wolf says goodbye to his wise grandmother.

Ernesto Quinonez is tired of being bullied and seeks revenge.

The Moth Radio Hour

Love, Serve, and Protect

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.

05:57

Lone Start Christmas

by Renata Sancken

Renata Sancken is nervous about her flight home for the holidays.

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Holiday Game Plans: Renata Sancken and Kate Tellers

On this episode: two stories of different strategies to navigate the holiday season. Renata Sancken is nervous about her flight home for the holidays. Kate Tellers introduces her new boyfriend to her Christmas tradition.

06:30

Sing We Joyous All Together

by Kate Tellers

Kate Tellers introduces her new boyfriend to her Christmas tradition.

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Unexpected Gifts: Zanele Chisholm & Isabel DeBre

On this episode, two stories of unexpected gifts. Tis the season, right? These stories are not exactly TRADITIONAL gifts… Zanele Chisholm learns who she is when others learn her name, and Isabel DeBre’s family gets an unconventional pet.

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06:15

The Dog Days Are Over

by Isabel DeBre

Isabel DeBre's family gets an unconventional pet.

07:05

Enough

by Zanele Chisholm

Zanele Chisholm learns who she is when others learn her name.

12:32

The Care Package

by Leonard Lee Smith

Leonard Lee Smith struggles to survive his first California Christmas.

05:13

The Thawing

by Nisha Coleman

Nisha Coleman responds to a threat.

06:48

Knock

by Kwong Yue Yang

Kwong Yue Yang tries to muster the courage to meet his idol.

05:44

He Was Dating My Hair

by Aleathia Brown

Aleathia Brown makes a bold aesthetic change.

13:29

Double Exposure

by A. J. Jacobs

AJ Jacobs gets an unwanted modeling gig.