The Moth

In this hour, stories of starting fresh. Unexpected opportunities, budding relationships, your next home, and a new take. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Storytellers:

Student Naushin Khan has never had a "good relationship" with chemistry.

Kristin Lawlor feels like the only single girl in New York.

Mariam Bazeed and their family relocate to Egypt during the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait.

Law professor Dave Moran tries his hand at modelling.

Aleyne Larner meets a man 20 years her senior.

Podcast # 712

On this bonus episode, in honor of The Blue Man Group's NYC exit, we're playing a favorite story about, you guessed it, The Blue Man Group. This episode was hosted by Marc Sollinger.

Storyteller:

After many years in the legendary Blue Man Group, John Grady makes a profound connection with an audience member.

In this hour, stories of searching for fulfillment and finding one's bliss. Unconventional self-care, making ancestors proud, and a quest for the perfect gift. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Jenifer Hixson.

Storytellers:

Ann Guo battles postpartum depression by soliciting dares from her family and friends. 

Morgan Givens joins the police academy, following in the footsteps of his trailblazing grandmother. 

Ruby Cooper strives to give her son everything, until he asks for an untraditional Christmas gift. 

The Oscars have got us thinking all about the magic of cinema, and we’ve got two stories on the power of film, and the hold it has on people. 

So whether your favorite movie of 2024 was I Saw The TV Glow, Challengers, or Sing Sing - the actual best film of 2024, get your popcorn out, and get ready to watch a, well, listen to, a story.

This episode was hosted by Emily Couch

Storytellers:

Frank Ortega begins his career in the movies.

Brittney Cooper gets an unexpected call from Tyler Perry.

Podcast # 908

In this hour, stories of healing, hope, and heart. A birthday celebration, a dream job, the importance of an heirloom and chance encounters when we need them the most. This hour is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of this radio show.

Storytellers:

Katya Duft goes camping for her 15th birthday.

Aditya Dakshinamourtay learns a lesson about negotiating.

Brenda Williams finds meaning in a set of pots and pans.

Alistair Bane finds a kindred spirit in his horse, Bo. 

Kathi Kinnear Hill has hard conversations on the campaign trail.

Jason Schommer has a chance encounter in a grocery story.

Podcast # 707

On this episode, in honor of Black History Month, we’ll be showcasing three stories from Black storytellers, all on the universal theme of growing up. This episode was hosted by Suzanne Rust.

Storytellers:

Whitney Mcguire comes to terms with her buddhism.

Aubrianna Piton cleans up garbage for the summer and reconsiders her relationship to food waste. 

Jacoby Cochran and his family build a home at Rich City Skate. 

In this episode, milestones and new phases of life. Achieved in a pool, on stage, and in the wilderness of Alaska. 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:

Jennifer Cohen contends with her children leaving for college. 

Justin Hawkins finds himself a fish out of water in swim class.

Susan Mweni goes against cultural norms. 

James Dommek Jr. reconnects with his heritage and the land through moose hunting. 

Podcast # 907

On this Valentine's Day, two stories about timeless love. Love that lasts a lifetime, and love that ends after a few days. This episode is hosted by Kate Tellers.

Storytellers:

Tate Russell encounters some drama in high school drama.

Steve Glickman deals with his parents after moving back in with them.

Podcast # 906

In this episode, stories of support coming from surprising places -- and moments of seemingly divine intervention. Family ties, a raucous subway ride, and hidden treasure. This episode is hosted by Moth Producer Chloe Salmon. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. 

Storytellers:

A young Hope Iyiewuare rebels against his family's chore rotation.

Onnesha Roychoudhuri takes a stand on the subway.

Gregory Brady finds himself unprepared for a triathlon.

Charlotte Cline and her boundary-resistant family navigate a loss.

Wang Ping starts a banned book club during the Cultural Revolution in China. 

Podcast # 709

In this hour, expect the unexpected! False assumptions and surprising revelations at home, online, and in the fridge. 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:

Benji Waterhouse makes a house call during his first week as a psychiatrist.

Comedian Jamie McDonald finds himself at the center of a Twitter storm.

Salima Saxton and her husband try to build the "perfect life".

Podcast # 905