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
August 8, 2025 • 19 mins
Summer has us thinking about travel… about vacations, beach trips, BBQs and picnics, starry nights in the great outdoors, and exploring other countries. But also, it has us thinking about what makes travel special - the people you visit, and the people you travel with. So, in this episode, two stories about trips and sojourns in which the meaning and memories are made because of friends and family.
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August 5, 2025 • 55 mins
In this hour, finding one's place among family. Caregivers, care recipients, and stewards of cremains. This episode is hosted by Moth Artistic Director Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
After her sari ceremony and debutante ball, Swapna Kakani realizes what coming of age really means.
Roz Chast isn't sure where to lay her parents to rest.
Zellia ...
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August 1, 2025 • 18 mins
This week, stories all about making it work in the city.
Hosted by: Jodi Powell
Storytellers:
David Brown acclimates to Boston in a surprising way.
Randi Skaggs finds clarity in the infamous NYC blackout.
Podcast # 718
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July 29, 2025 • 55 mins
In this hour, stories of turning points, decisions, and the moments that come to define us—from summer camp to nightclubs. This episode is hosted by Moth Director Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Jeff Birdsall leads a motley crew on a wilderness canoe trip.
Lauren Allen really wants to be good at something.
Madeline Pots's artist husband encases he...
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July 25, 2025 • 18 mins
On this episode, we’re putting on our masks, getting our makeup ready, and donning our costumes. This episode was hosted by Kate Tellers.
Storytellers:
Annie Wiborg learns that dressing up as McGruff the Crime Dog is a bit more difficult than it might appear.
Paul Davis struggles to reconcile his dreams of being an artist with his day job as a party clown.
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July 22, 2025 • 54 mins
Ready the spotlight and raise the curtains! In this hour, performers, sour notes, tough critics, and a unique take on Mary Poppins. 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:
Laura Hitchcock is entrusted with her teacher's prized trumpet.
Jason Mesches plays a medley of his own creation for his unconventional piano...
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July 18, 2025 • 15 mins
On this episode, we take a ride in a car - exploring the places they take us and the memories we make along the way. This episode was hosted by Chloe Salmon.
Storytellers:
Oscar Saavedra tries to make sure his mom doesn't find out what he did to the family's car.
Nina Slowinski learns about her father's car, and her father.
Podcast # 710
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July 15, 2025 • 55 mins
In this hour, three artists known for their work on stage tell their personal stories on The Moth's. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison from Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Tiq Milan keeps an important secret from his mother.
Amelia Zirin-Brown is caught between her hippie upbringing and being one of the cool girls.
Doug Wri...
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July 11, 2025 • 25 mins
On this episode, in celebration of the Tour de France, we’re taking a ride with three stories all centered around biking. This episode is hosted by Emily Couch.
Storytellers:
Noa Gilbert organizes a protest to save a protected bike lane.
Rebecca Sacks got into a bike accident and discovers something about her community.
On his way to a meeting at Warner Bros., Gbenga Akinnagbe ends up stranded on the side of a mountain.
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July 8, 2025 • 53 mins
In this hour, an ode to brothers. Family ties and secrets, fraternal bonds and sibling pranks. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Brian Kennedy needs to finally come out to his brother.
Nicole Schnitzler tries to establish normalcy for her neurodivergent brother during quarantine.
Bill Bernat's brothe...
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July 4, 2025 • 17 mins
A few days ago, we aired an episode of the Moth Radio Hour called “Human + Nature” - where we shared some stories about humans, nature, and human nature. But, for this podcast, we’re taking a different look at that topic, as we explore the dark side of two of life’s most natural joys – sex and laughter. This episode is hosted by Kate Tellers.
Storytellers:
Becky Feldman hires an escort to help her rediscover her body.
Adrianne M...
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July 1, 2025 • 54 mins
In this hour, we explore what happens when humans interact with nature—from angry swans to empathetic trees to listening to their own instincts. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Kate Tellers. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Seth Cohen’s break out makes him consider a major life break up.
Elizabeth Hansen soothes her pain in an unlikely place.
Chri...
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June 27, 2025 • 23 mins
This summer marks the 50th anniversary of the release of Jaws in theaters. And you know what that means, stories about TEETH. Because sharks are scary, but dental work is the real horror. This episode is hosted by Suzanne Rust.
Storytellers:
Alexis Traussi has jaw surgery
Shania Russell delays some dental work
Anagha Mahajan has a biking accident and ends up in the ER
Podcast # 926
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June 24, 2025 • 54 mins
A special Moth Radio Hour in celebration of PRIDE! Stories of first kisses, drag queens, and coming out -- to others and to oneself. 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.
Storytellers:
Meg Ferrill comes out to her complicated father.
A raucous party ends up being illuminating for Bisi Alimi.
Bethany Cintron yearns to go to ...
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June 20, 2025 • 29 mins
On this episode, we celebrate Pride Month, with three stories all about the joys of LGBTQ+ family - from long-term partnerships, to raising children, to friendships that become a found family. This episode is hosted by Marc Sollinger.
Storytellers:
Gary Bremen and his partner go on vacation and lose something important .
Carly Spotts-Falzone recounts the joys of growing up with two dads.
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June 17, 2025 • 55 mins
A special Father's Day edition of The Moth Radio Hour: A man who faints at the sight of blood prepares to become a father, a Russian immigrant takes a trip home and tries to fulfill a promise to his mother, a child goes to great lengths to hide brussels sprouts from her stepfather, and a family fights to stay in the country they call home. Hosted by The Moth Radio Hour Producer, Jay Allison. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The M...
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June 13, 2025 • 30 mins
This week, we reair a special episode that originally ran to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall uprising. It includes a broad range of voices and perspectives, with two Moth stories from LGBTQ storytellers, Richard Cardillo and Sonia Audi, and two interviews, one with Stonewall Veteran Martin Boyce, and one with poet and activist Kay Ulanday Barrett.
Hosted by: Dame Wilburn
Storytellers: Richard Cardillo, Sonia Audi
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June 10, 2025 • 54 mins
In this hour, stories from Moth open mic StorySLAMs with the theme "Green." Gardens, edamame, and nervous novices. To quote Kermit the Frog, "it's not easy being green." 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.
Storytellers:
Isthier Chaudhury puts his Youtube swimming lessons to the test.
Tannia Schrieber finds that her garden gro...
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June 6, 2025 • 18 mins
On this episode... two stories, one about a Home Economics class, the other about a sibling rivalry. This episode is hosted by Suzanne Rust.
Storytellers:
Suzanne Ketchum Adams learns to stand up for herself in a Home Ec class.
Jeff Rose’s mother tells him not to ruin his nice suit for Church.
Podcast # 922
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June 3, 2025 • 54 mins
This episode of The Moth Radio Hour explores the many mysteries of life: A tree that bears a magical harvest, a hunt for apartment justice, a journalist undercover in North Korea, and more. 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.
Storytellers:
A shady apartment deal has Michele Castellano channeling her inner Nancy Drew.
The child...
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