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
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.
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July 15, 2025 • 59 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 • 26 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 • 57 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 • 18 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 • 58 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 • 24 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
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June 24, 2025 • 58 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 • 30 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.
Chris Conde finds comfort and strength ...
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June 17, 2025 • 59 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 • 58 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 • 19 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.
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June 3, 2025 • 58 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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May 27, 2025 • 58 mins
In this hour, stories of support systems and the people we depend on. In elementary school band, during medical events, and in the midst of a dangerous escape. 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:
Ryan Roe's father proves instrumental at a school concert.
Eldon Smith struggles to connect to his girlfriend's ...
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May 23, 2025 • 30 mins
In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we’ll be sharing three stories from AAPI storytellers - which take place everywhere from a Korean Spa to a crisis hotline. This episode was hosted by Chloe Salmon.
Storytellers:
Helen Langley Wyss finds confidence at a jimjilbang.
Hari Sanghvi resents the sound of his own voice, until he’s able to help someone in crisis.
Wendy Suzuki studies memory as a doctor, and...
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May 20, 2025 • 58 mins
Join our storytellers on this week's Moth Radio Hour as they experience the unexpected twists and turns of life. From a Russian bathhouse in New York City to a lonely road in West Virginia, these stories go places you won't see coming. This episode is hosted by regular Moth host Jon Goode. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
An argument in a Russian bathhouse leads S...
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May 16, 2025 • 30 mins
On this episode… more mothers.. A few days ago, we aired an episode of the Moth Radio Hour called “Mama Bears” - where we shared some stories about the archetype of protective mothers. But, for Mother’s Day, we’re expanding that category… with stories about how being a mom, and having a mom, can be a lot. This episode is hosted by Jenifer Hixson.
Storytellers:
Melanie Kostrzewa learns some lessons about motherhood from her neig...
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May 13, 2025 • 58 mins
In this hour, stories of mothers as protectors, rescuers, and, sometimes, meddlers. 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:
Donald Harrison plays piano at a gay bar.
Luann Sims throws a broccoli-themed party.
Muneesh Jain travels to every baseball stadium in the country.
Xochitl Gonzalez is a wedding plan...
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May 6, 2025 • 58 mins
In this hour, stories about places frozen in time, memories preserved, and seemingly interminable moments. A small town, public transportation, an archeological site, and a car with character. This episode is hosted by Moth Producer and Director Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Scott Gravatt and his family become attached to their new car, Buster.
Ni...
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