The Moth

The Moth

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The Moth episodes

  • I’m Still Here: Albert Hepner

    On this episode, we share a story about resilience, survival, and one child’s experience in the holocaust. Stick around after the story for an interview with Albert Hepner, where we’ll talk to him about his life after the war, what we can take away from his experiences, and so much more. This episode is hosted by director and producer Michelle Jalowski, who also directed Albert’s story.

    Storyteller:

    Albert Hepner

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    26 min
  • The Moth Radio Hour: Live from Santa Barbara

    A special live edition of The Moth brought to you from the Lobero Theater in Santa Barbara, California. An encounter in the Alaskan wilderness, an intergenerational connection through music, and a rockstar who feels out of touch. This episode is hosted by Dame Wilburn, with additional hosting by Jay Allison. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media in Woods Hole, Massachusetts.

    Storytellers:

    Monte Montepare finds himself at an emotional crossroads in rural Alaska.

    Christina Igaraividez connects to her grandmother through the violin.

    Drummer Patty Schemel finds herself on tour with millennials.

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    55 min
  • Popping Up: Tonja Murphy

    On this episode, we take a look at one of the coolest projects the Moth has done - the traveling Pop Up Porch. And we hear a story that came out the Pop Up Porch.

    We also interview Rita Brent - who hosted one of our events and shares her experiences.

    If you’d like to experience some of the magic of the Pop Up Porch you should come visit us at the Pop Up Porch when it comes to your city. We’ll be in Ann Arbor from September 27th to October 1st, Detroit from October 4th to October 8th, and in Dallas from October 11th to October 15th.

    For more information, visit to themoth.org

    Also, The Moth's spinoff podcast Grown is up for a Signal award. If you haven't listened to Grown before, check it out, it's filled with stories all about growing up, and if you have listened, we'd love for you to vote for it for the Signal Awards. Just go to vote.signalaward.com and vote for Grown in the categories of Best Co-Host Team and Best Emerging Podcast.

    Hosted by:

    Aldi Kaza

    Storyteller: Tonja Murphy’s students always tell her the truth, so she has to be careful about what outfits she wears.

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    14 min
  • The Moth Radio Hour: The Call

    In this hour, stories of ringtones, rekindled connections, and revolution. Revealing phone calls, missed messages, and finding one's calling. This hour is hosted by The Moth's Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

    Storytellers:

    Susan Fee gets a surprise when she calls her daughter.

    A series of missed calls gets scientist Moran Cerf in hot water.

    Nancy Mahl gets a call from her mom on 9/11.

    Cheech Marin finds his calling after dodging the draft.

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    55 min
  • Extra Apocalypses: Om Choudhary and Annabelle Gurwitch

    On this episode of The Moth podcast, we’re reairing a treasured episode from our archives. It’s all about different types of apocalypses. And just a reminder -- if you'd like to listen to our 25 year library of Moth stories, check out our story archive at the moth dot org, just click the stories banner.

    Also, The Moth's spinoff podcast Grown is up for a Signal award. If you haven't listened to Grown before, check it out, it's filled with stories all about growing up, and if you have listened, we'd love for you to vote for it for the Signal Awards. Just go to vote.signalaward.com and vote for Grown in the categories of Best Co-Host Team and Best Emerging Podcast.

    Hosted by:

    Dan Kennedy

    Storytellers:

    Om Choudhary learns that even in dire times it's still not the end of the world.

    Annabelle Gurwitch tries to usher in a new era of change — the Age of Aquarius.

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    23 min
  • The Moth Radio Hour: After the Fall

    In this hour, stories of healing. Moving through loss, unexpected sources of comfort, and bonds forged in grief. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of this show.

    Storytellers:

    Betsy Lamberson's dream life abroad takes a tragic turn.

    Teenage Samuel Blackman reconsiders his devotion to his faith.

    Paige Cornwell finds solace at Victoria's Secret.

    Amarantha Robinson finds a way to reframe a traumatic experience.

    Esther Messe finds that her personal version of Simon Says is more than just a game.

    An unimaginable loss changes the relationship between Bill Hall and his wife.

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    55 min
  • It’s Magic: Micaela Blei and Anthony Griffith

    We experience magic in different forms. This episode is hosted by Moth director Jodi Powell.

    Storytellers:

    Micaela Blei becomes friends with a magician and wants something more.

    Anthony Griffith navigates life with his single mom.

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    22 min
  • The Moth Radio Hour: Letting Go

    In this hour, stories of shedding the past and looking towards the future; from fashion faux-pas to exoneration. This hour 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:

    Chris Foley inherits his family's male pattern baldness.


    Caridad De La Luz contends with her father's baggage.

    Andrew McGill discovers his people though the card game Yu-Gi-Oh.

    Patricia Brennan describes being married to a Vietnam veteran.

    Michael VonAllmen works to let go of his hate after his wrongful conviction.

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    55 min
  • The Moth Radio Hour: The Hot Seat

    Aerial antics, magic tricks, and unwelcome rescue missions. In this hour, stories of momentous decisions, massive undertakings, and opportunities with no second chances. This episode is hosted by Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

    Storytellers:

    In an attempt to be Maverick (from Top Gun), Will Mackin goes to Navy Flight School.

    Siegfried Tieber gets hooked on magic.

    Samantha Mathis goes on a mission to bring her father home.

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    55 min
  • Different Ways of Learning: Adrienne Lotson and Lopaka Kapanui

    Peabody-award winning journalist Chenjerai Kumanyika hosts an episode which explores all the learning that takes place outside the classroom.

    Storytellers:

    Adrienne Lotson shares the stories her father told her about Harlem

    Lopaka Kapanui learns some lessons from his mother about the legacies we leave behind

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    24 min

About The Moth

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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…

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