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All Together Now: Fridays with The Moth - Carol Daniel

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 14:07:58 GMT

This week, a story about perceptions of race and the importance of celebrating your identity. For at least the month of June, each episode of All Together Now will focus on stories from Black tellers and be hosted by Black members of The Moth staff. We stand with bipoc and allies fighting for racial equality around the world. This episode is hosted by The Moth’s Senior Curatorial Director, Suzanne Rust.

Hosted by: Suzanne Rust

Storyteller: Carol Daniel

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The Moth Radio Hour: How You See Me

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 20:03:49 GMT

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.

Hosted by: Jay Allison

Storytellers: Enrique García Naranjo, Aydrea Walden, Miles Crabtree, Kimberly Rose, Jessi Klein

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All Together Now: Fridays with The Moth - Grace Topinka & Pam Burrell

Fri, 29 May 2020 14:00:00 GMT

This week on All Together Now: Friday’s with The Moth, stories about the trials and tribulations of finding your place. Stay tuned to the end of this episode to hear some helpful story prompts to think about and discuss after you listen! This episode is hosted by one of The Moth’s Senior Directors and hosts of The Moth Radio Hour, Jenifer Hixson.

Hosted by: Jenifer Hixson

Storytellers: Grace Topinka, Pam Burrell

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The Moth Radio Hour: Love, Faith and Money

Tue, 26 May 2020 21:00:00 GMT

A man enters a world of high stakes gambling; a family tragedy turns into a stand-off with detectives; and a neuroscientist searches for clues of God’s existence. 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.

Hosted by: Meg Bowles

Storytellers: Shannon Cason, Prinna Boudreau, Christof Koch

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All Together Now: Fridays with The Moth - Neshaune Lasley & Sue Schmidt

Fri, 22 May 2020 14:00:00 GMT

This week on All Together Now: Fridays with The Moth, we’re talking about support systems: the roots to our trees; the helping hands that give us a boost up when we need them. Stay tuned to the end of this episode to hear some helpful story prompts to think about and discuss after you listen! This episode of All Together Now is hosted by The Moth’s Senior Curatorial Producer, Suzanne Rust.

Hosted by: Suzanne Rust

Storytellers: Neshaune Lasley, Sue Shmidt

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The Moth Radio Hour: Hidden Treasure: Live from The Moth’s Education Showcase

Tue, 19 May 2020 22:00:00 GMT

A special live edition of The Moth -- with five stories from a night showcasing the graduates of Moth High School storytelling workshops. Join us to celebrate student stories of first kisses, culture shock, finding a niche, and baking apple cake. This hour is hosted by Moth Teaching Artist Julian Goldhagen, with additional hosting by Moth Executive Producer Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Hosted by: Julian Goldhagen, Sarah Austin Jenness

Isobel Connelly grows up feeling like the stupid girl.

Saya Shamdasani feels caught between two cultures.

David Lepelstat is nervous about his first kiss.

Luna Azcurrain and her grandfather create a Thanksgiving tradition.

Beth Gebresilasie tries to protect herself from her family's constant moving.

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All Together Now: Fridays with The Moth - Annalise Raziq & Wilson Portorreal

Fri, 15 May 2020 14:00:00 GMT

All Together Now: Fridays with The Moth is a new weekly addition to our podcast, featuring stories suitable for ears of all ages. We'll also be sharing special prompts and questions to go with these stories to spark conversations - and hopefully stories of your own. Gather your friends and families, whether they're near or far, to come together virtually every Friday with The Moth.

On this week’s episode, we kick off May’s theme “Identity”, with two stories about what our pets can teach us about ourselves.

Hosted by Catherine Burns

Storytellers: Annalise Raziq & Wilson Portorreal

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The Moth Radio Hour: All about Moms: Babies, Bees, Concerts and Contacts

Tue, 12 May 2020 20:00:00 GMT

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. TheMoth Radio Houris produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Hosted by: Catherine Burns

Storytellers: Chrissie Graham, Catherine Palmer, Constance Mudenda, Matthew Dicks, and Melissa Rodriguez.

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Introducing The Confessional with Nadia Bolz-Weber

Fri, 08 May 2020 14:00:00 GMT

For the first time in Moth history, we are helping launch a new podcast, about ugly confessions from beautiful people. The Confessional is created and hosted by beloved Moth storyteller and friend, Nadia Bolz-Weber. This episode features an interview with software developer, Chris Schuhmacher. You can find more episodes of The Confessional on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

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“I came into software development relatively late in life. You know, I'm in my mid 40s and my training actually started in 2014 inside the walls of San Quentin.”

Chris is the founder and developer of Fitness Monkey, an app that encourages the physical fitness of addicts in recovery.

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The Moth Radio Hour: Skin Tight Genes

Tue, 05 May 2020 20:00:00 GMT

In this hour, stories from the double helix -- genetic makeup, inherited disease, and family secrets. It's all in the DNA. This hour is hosted by Moth Artistic Director Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Hosted by: Catherine Burns

Storytellers: Mike Birbiglia, Carmen Rita Wong, Beth Bucher, Paul Nurse

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The Moth Radio Hour: Holding On, Digging Out & Hanging Up

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 20:00:00 GMT

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.

Hosted by: Meg Bowles

Storytellers: Angela Dohrmann, Jason Lemos, Zellia Fossett

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Burnell Cotlon: After The Storm

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 15:19:31 GMT

This week, Burnell Cotlon demonstrates how to recover and rebuild after loss, in his story about returning to the Lower Ninth Ward after Hurricane Katrina.

Hosted by: Sarah Austin Jenness

Storytellers: Burnell Cotlon

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The Moth Radio Hour: Wedding Jitters and Kindergarten Battle Prep

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 21:37:41 GMT

A basement fire, a young man in Jamaica is obsessed with a comic book, a child from a strict home lets off steam, and a protective father prepares to do battle with his kid’s school.

Hosted by The Moth’s Senior Producer, Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers: Lauren Slater, Colin Channer, Aubrey Edwards, and Chris Gilbert

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The Moment of Truth: Tim Sommers, Emma Becker & Kathleen Sheffer

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 15:34:46 GMT

This week's episode is all about moments of truth. Our three slam stories are about awakenings, life-changing choices and everything in between. Hosted by The Moth’s Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness.

Storytellers: Tim Sommers, Emma Becker, Kathleen Sheffer

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The Moth Radio Hour: LA Confidential: Honor Guard, Swing Dancing, and Data Hacking for a Date

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 20:00:00 GMT

In this hour, stories from Los Angeles. A divorced woman does a complete makeover on her lifestyle, an Air Force veteran describes what its like to be a member of The Honor Guard, a mourning woman looks for solace in swing dancing, a computer hacker messes with the algorithms of OKCupid. 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.

Storytellers: Carol Leifer, Adrian Estrada, Vicki Juditz, and Chris McKinlay.

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The Moth Radio Hour: Heroes, Icons & Superstars

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 20:00:00 GMT

In this hour, stories of meeting one's idols. A signature turns into a mentorship, a chance to write a song for a revered musician, and heroes within the home. This hour is hosted by Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media, the producer of this show.

Storytellers: Valerie Walker, Beth Nielsen Chapman, Danny Artese, Elyse McInerney, Christian McBride

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Ride the Night: Carly Johnstone

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 14:00:00 GMT

On this week’s episode, Carly Johnstone tells us about searching for a taste of freedom at New Belgium Brewery’s Tour De Fat Tour.

Hosted by: Dame Wilburn

Story by Carly Johnstone

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The Moth Radio Hour: Hitchhiking, Mosh Pit, and Iggy Pop

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 20:00:00 GMT

In this hour, a daughter realizes how naïve she’s been when she learns the truth about her mother’s pregnancy; a successful businessman reveals his childhood dream; a hitchhiker is picked up by an infamous driver; an exchange student experiences Japanese mosh pit etiquette; a teenager does a newspaper review of an Iggy Pop album and gets a surprising response. This episode 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.

Hosted by: Jenifer Hixson

Storytellers: Erin Barker, Alvin Hall, Paul Teodo, Sam Thurman, and Ameera Chowdhury.

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It Takes A Village: Maxie Jones & Bruce Feiler

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 14:00:00 GMT

This week, we’re talking about the villages that raise us.

Hosted by Dame Wilburn

Storytellers: Maxie Jones, Bruce Feiler

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The Moth Radio Hour: Wigs, Wigouts, and Insurance

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 20:00:00 GMT

A woman decides whether she’s a wig person or a scarf person while undergoing chemotherapy, a magazine editor is confronted by rapper Foxy Brown, and a mother navigates the everyday after her son is gravely injured. 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.

Hosted by: Catherine Burns

Storytellers: Jenny Allen, Danyel Smith, Stephanie Peirolo

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The Moth Radio Hour: When We Were Young

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 20:00:00 GMT

In this hour, stories of childhood, growing up, and growing pains. From hearing your first Bruce Springsteen song, to experiencing a cultural divide to having your heart broken wide open. 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.

Hosted by: Meg Bowles

Alex Jones: Sarfraz Manzoor, Oanh Ngo Usadi, Max García Conover

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The Moth Radio Hour: Truth and Power: Global Stories of Women

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 20:00:00 GMT

In this hour, stories of female strength and empowerment. Independence at any age, refusing to participate in sexist societal conventions, and the complicated layers of motherhood. This hour is 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.

Hosted by: Sarah Austin Jenness

Storytellers: Betty Reid Soskin, Purity Kagwiria, Timothy Bell, Musih Tedji Xaviere, Nya Abernathy

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International Women's Day 2020: Carol Spencer

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 15:00:00 GMT

This week, we're celebrating International Women's Day with a story from an original career woman, Carol Spencer. This week’s episode is hosted by The Moth’s Senior Curatorial Producer, Suzanne Rust.

Storyteller: Carol Spencer

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The Moth Radio Hour: Live in Portland, Maine

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 21:00:00 GMT

A special live edition of The Moth at the State Theatre in Portland, Maine. A high school guidance counselor tries to keep his students safe, a woman learns to stop blaming herself years after an accident, and an astronaut prepares for his next shuttle mission after the loss of the Challenger. The *Moth Radio Hour *is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media, who is also the host of this hour.

Storytellers: Paul Knoll, Melissa Coleman, Frederick Hauk

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The Moth Radio Hour: It's the Little Things

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 21:08:05 GMT

In this hour, stories of questions. From rhetorical pleas to the curiosity and persistence of children, a favor for a kindred spirit and a request from a mourning mother, the important moments set in motion by a question mark. This hour is hosted by Moth Senior Director, Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Hosted by: Jenifer Hixson

Storytellers: Beverley Elliott, Lee Thomas, Matthew McGough, Reilly Horan, Camille Woods

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