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To celebrate the start of the World Series, we've got two stories about baseball and community. This episode was hosted by Larry Rosen and Muneesh Jain.

Storytellers:

Bridget Flaherty and her son get a special experience at a baseball stadium.

Rob Warren coaches a baseball team, and learns what teamwork really means.

And if you would like to listen to Muneesh Jain's story, you can do so here: https://themoth.org/stories/safe-at-home

Podcast # 943

In this hour, stories about fathers and how they show up for their kids. As support systems and sounding boards, buddies and bear huggers. This episode is hosted by Roy Wood Jr. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

CJ Hunt reflects on mix-tapes and memories from his past.

Bailey Richards and their mother meet a sunny stranger. 

Eldon Smith knows he was meant to be a father. 

Harriett Jernigan gets flustered when she has a chance encounter with Maya Angelou.

Alyssa Ladd’s homecoming dance goes awry.

Comic Anthony Griffith must earn his living as a clown while suffering the ultimate heartbreak.

Podcast # 942

This episode originally aired on April 17, 2020

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

This episode originally aired on December 7th, 2021.

In this hour, courage, tenacity, spunk! New opportunities, self-confidence, and parents going the extra mile (or rollercoaster) for their kids. 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:

Pamela Mitchell learns to put her opinions first. 

Javier Morillo and his family hold true to their cultural traditions.

David Levy faces his fears for his son. 

Annalise Raziq's daughter makes an unexpected wish for her birthday.

Podcast # 741

This week is Banned Books week, and to honor that, we’ll be sharing stories about censorship, courage, and the importance of the written word. This episode was hosted by Cleyvis Natera.

Storytellers:

Mohammed Bin Khulayf tells us about meeting a man in a parking lot to buy banned books.

Toby Price faces unexpected consequences when he introduces his students to a book he and his family love.

Podcast # 941

In this hour, stories of finding joy, and the pursuit of big dreams. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Jordie Poncy attempts to live in the moment.

Mike Sela's daughter has a daring birthday request.

Eric Scheur's dream of visiting Pixar is put in jeopardy.

Despite not knowing how to swim, Samantha Williams agrees to go white water rafting.

A chance encounter sends Shannon Garvey on a new path. 

Podcast # 940

In this episode, two stories about nerves and pressure, from meeting a partner’s parents, to deciding whether or not to have kids. This episode was hosted by Emily Couch.

Storytellers:

Gabe Woods-Lamanuzzi tries to give his girlfriend’s father a hug… to mixed results.

April Gallaty deals with feeling pressured to have children.

Podcast # 939

In this episode, the truths we keep from our family, and the lies we tell for them. Sibling mayhem, multigenerational secrets, and a surprise while watching CBS. This hour is hosted by Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media, producer of The Moth Radio Hour.

Anagha Mahajan finds a creative solution to stay out of the summer heat.

Okeoma Erojikwe is stuck between a cultural tradition and loyalty to her grandmother. 

Angela Derecas Taylor uncovers a dark truth about her grandparents.

Graham Shelby first sees his Vietnam veteran father on a television special.

Podcast # 733

We’re excited to share an episode from a podcast we love, Heavyweight. Heavyweight, hosted by Jonathan Goldstein, creates space for difficult conversations and resolving long-standing regrets and unanswered questions. Balancing humor and empathy, host Jonathan Goldstein helps his subjects pinpoint the moment things went wrong and joins them on a quest to make them right. This episode features Michael, who, as a high school senior got his lucky break—the chance to star in a big-budget movie. Shooting wrapped, a premier date was set...and then he found out that his success was all based on a lie. Find Heavyweight wherever you get your podcasts. 

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In this hour, stories of questions—asked, answered, implied, and open-ended. From personal inquiries in professional situations to domestic decisions. 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.

Shahab Asta's mother questions his classroom antics.

Grace Ambrose says yes to a casual relationship.

Dr. Tonya Matthews considers how to respond to an uncomfortable interview question. 

Ladislao Loera wonders if he has what it takes to be a caregiver. 

Rabbinical student Aaron Potek answers tough questions.

Podcast # 938