The Moth

In this episode, Jamie Trowbridge learns a couple of lessons from his father - about sailing and about life. This episode is hosted by Angelica Lindsey-Ali.

Podcast # 720

In this hour, stories of the ever-changing relationships between children and their parents. Care giving and receiving, attempts at reconciliation, and over-sharing. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of this show.

Steve Glickman deals with his parents after moving back in with them.
Saloni Singh receives an email from her late father. 
Samantha Higdon doesn't have deep conversations with her mother. 
Dionne Stroter has to make medical decisions on her father's behalf. 
Deborah Nagan-Lee inherits her father's helpful nature.
April Salazar describes her unconventional upbringing with a very free-spirited mother.

Podcast #940

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.

This episode was hosted by Sarah Austin Jenness.

Storytellers:

Caroline Connolly spends a summer with her grandma - drinking coffee, strolling the mall and making memories.

Marjory Cohen goes on a special trip to Vegas with a friend.

Podcast # 931

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 Enjoli Tatiana's role of "older sister" gets put to the test.

Adam Wade is an awkward teen who spends every weekend with his adoring grandma and her sister.

Podcast # 749

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

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 her in plaster of Paris.

Jean Cardeño meets the man at the center of her failing relationship.

Duncan Hills's septuagenarian father takes up clubbing.

Errol McClendon receives some heartfelt gifts.

Podcast # 930

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.

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 teacher.

Phil Wang contends with his lisp during his primary school's production of Mary Poppins. 

Ashley Johnson moves to LA to pursue her dream of acting.

A series of unfortunate events befalls Liz Phair when she performs at the Rockefeller Center tree lighting. 

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

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 Wright becomes penpals with kindred spirit, John Boy from The Waltons.

Podcast # 928