The Moth
On Tuesdays and Fridays The Moth’s podcast feed presents episodes of the Peabody-Award Winning Moth Radio Hour and original episodes of The Moth Podcast. Since its launch in 1997, The Moth has presented thousands of true stories, told live and without notes, to standing-room-only crowds worldwide. Moth storytellers stand alone, under a spotlight, with only a microphone and a roomful of strangers. The storyteller and the audience embark on a high-wire act of shared experience which is both terrifying and exhilarating. Since 2008, The Moth podcast has featured many of our favorite stories told live on Moth stages around the country. For information on all of our programs and live events, visit themoth.org.
Episodes
This episode originally aired on October 8th, 2021.
On this episode, we have two stories about looking the part. The episode was hosted by Michelle Jalowski.
Storytellers:
Jennifer Leahy deals with the death of a patient for the first time.
Sivan Schondorf has to fake it until she makes it (to the altar).
This episode originally aired on October 11th, 2022.
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.
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Two stories of planting your feet, facing your fears, and squaring up. This episode was hosted by Chloe Salmon.
Storytellers:
As a marine deployed in Iraq, Maia Molina-Schaefer takes comfort in her electric toothbrush that plays a Destiny’s Child song.
David Smith overcomes his fear of taking communion
Podcast # 1004
In this hour, stories from the Garden State—a tale of two cities, a sweet summer job, and meditations from the gas station. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director and resident Jersey girl, Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Sidhu Gangadharan becomes a gas-pumping professional.
Seeking connection, Marisa Januzzi Thomas gets a summer gig.<...
On this episode, we’re embracing the cringe with two stories that’ll you make you feel secondhand embarrassment. This episode was hosted by Emily Couch.
Storytellers:
Sarah Finucane posts a very unflattering photo to social media.
Ceren Ege gives a pretty awful gift
Podcast #1002
This episode originally aired on March 28th, 2023.
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.
Storytellers:
Kristy Hawkins thumbs her way through ...
On this episode, we’ll hear two stories of people going through big changes - as they literally reflect on themselves. This episode was hosted by Larry Rosen.
Storytellers:
Phineas Knowles has an eventful first shave.
Esther Ngumbi vies to get her ears pierced despite her mother's objections.
Podcast #1001
In this hour, stories of considering "what's in a name," a dangerous CIA mission, and the rise and fall of an unusual musical act. 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.
Storytellers:
What started as a joke on social media becomes a passion project for Brently Heilbron.
As the Chief of Disguise at the CIA, Jonna Mendez breaks a ca...
In this episode, we’ve got two stories all about finding out where you come from - the process of figuring out who you are in relation to your family, your culture, your background, even your language.
This episode was hosted by Emily Couch.
Storytellers:
Gwendolyn Lopez-Cohen tries to convert to Judaism, but discovers that her family already has a connection to the religion.
Iris Luz Hernandez takes a trip to Puerto Rico.
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This episode originally aired on February 14th, 2023.
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.
Storytellers:
Military policeman Carl Cannon is assigned duty in one of the ...
This episode originally aired on August 30, 2019
Two stories from Los Angeles. This episode was hosted by Dan Kennedy.
Storytellers:
Bryan Kett encounters some fellow Angelonos at a grocery store.
Julieta Gilbert decides to march in a protest.
Podcast # 613
In this hour, stories from The Moth's Education Program about starting fresh. New jobs, new schools, and new perspectives. This episode is hosted by Peter Aguero. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Aravah Chaiken learns a lesson about math and life.
Edie Wadman comes up with a get-rich-quick scheme—babysitting.
Max Chwatko finds comfort during grief.
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On this episode, two stories about two very different kinds of shock and surprise. This episode was hosted by Marc Sollinger.
Storytellers:
Susan Rohde is surprised to discover her nine year-old foster daughter making some unauthorized Amazon purchases.
Stephanie Rogers’ feels helpless when her son, who lives on the other side of the country, undergoes anaphylactic shock.
Podcast # 998
This episode originally aired on December 20th, 2022.
In this episode, stories of historical events and momentous decisions with far-reaching impacts. A teacher who pushes boundaries, a trail-blazing student, and a political prisoner in Soviet Russia. 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.
Storytellers:
Toby Price faces unexpected conseq...
On this episode, a story about a veterinarian and a story about a mermaid, both from our incredible StorySlams in Birmingham, Alabama. This episode was hosted by Suzanne Rust.
Storytellers:
Veronika Kiklevich treats a dog that’s swallowed something a bit unexpected.
Bob Byrd accidentally breaks his mother’s mermaid.
In this hour, we bring you to Johannesburg for a special live edition of The Moth Radio Hour. Stories of invention, beauty pageants in the time of Nelson Mandela, and finding balance. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness, with additional live hosting by Lebo Mashile. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Brian Turyabagye tries to have his...
On this episode, we explore The Moth Pitchline, the place where anyone, anywhere, can pitch us their story. We'll feature a story that came from a pitch, as well as a couple of pitches that caught our ears. If you'd like to pitch us, just go to themoth.org/pitchline and follow the instructions there. This episode was hosted by Chloe Salmon.
Storytellers:
Sophia Romero decides what to do with the placenta in the back of her fridge...
This Episode originally aired on January 17th, 2023.
Start your engines! In this hour, stories of being driven -- bound, determined, or literally in the passenger seat of a car. This episode is hosted by Moth Director, Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Juliette Holmes experiences segregation first hand as a child in Georgia.
Tracey Crosier inter...
On this episode, stories of the lessons we learn, both in and out of school. This episode was hosted by Michell Jalowski.
Storytellers:
As teenagers, Cathy Gasiorowicz and her sister Nina create a mime alphabet book… that’s surprisingly morbid.
While a special ed teacher in Chicago, Annie Tan fights an unsupportive principal to provide more resources for her students.
Romy Negrin and her Latin Club compete in the h...
In this hour, big risks, long goodbyes, and the anatomy of a straw. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Curatorial Producer, Suzanne Rust. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Alzo Slade has questions.
Shaw-naé builds community through her restaurant.
Lekzin Tshokey says goodbye to her grandmother before leaving Bhutan.
Amy Segal reflects on her mother's photo albums.
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