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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 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.

  1. 19M AGO

    The Moth Radio Hour: Question Marks

    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 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    54 min
  2. The Moth Podcast: Answers Before Questions

    4D AGO

    The Moth Podcast: Answers Before Questions

    In a few days, we’ll share a Moth Radio Hour all about questions, but, we’re getting a bit of a head start and giving you the answers to questions you didn’t even ask yet. Yes, with these stories, we’re focusing on getting answers, messing around and finding out, and what happens when you receive an answer you might not have expected. This episode was hosted by Jenifer Hixson. Storytellers: Jason Jaimes learns some lessons when he eats a piece of candy from his parents’ nightstand. Andrea Roske-Metcalfe has to explain a photo to her new congregation. Podcast # 937 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    19 min

  3. SEP 16

    The Moth Radio Hour: Live from the United Palace

    A special episode live from the United Palace in Washington Heights, New York. Subway station romance, lost names, and buried truths. This episode is hosted by CJ Hunt, with additional hosting by Jay Allison, producer of The Moth Radio Hour.   As a high school student, Lin-Manuel Miranda reveals more of himself than he realized while writing his first musical. Having grown up in the world of music, Quiara Alegría Hudes finds her college music program lacking.   Thanks to his wife, Led Black discovers a new type of masculinity.    Podcast # 783 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    55 min
  4. The Moth Podcast: Performing in LA and Antarctica

    SEP 12

    The Moth Podcast: Performing in LA and Antarctica

    Two stories about performing, from the heart of the entertainment industry to the furthest reaches of the earth. This episode was hosted by Marc Sollinger. Storytellers: Darrell Thorne performs on an Antarctic cruise… and encounters some choppy seas. Brittany Ross moves to LA and becomes an in-demand party princess. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    19 min
  5. The Moth Radio Hour: Clean Breaks

    SEP 9

    The Moth Radio Hour: Clean Breaks

    In this hour, stories of clean breaks—emotional and physical. Tidy endings, broken bones, and fresh starts. 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. Theresa Wiggins starts—and ends—a romance.  Adelle Onyango attempts to keep family traditions alive, in the wake of a divorce. Erik Heen needs a statue to open his soda.  In the midst of a mishap, Courtney Jae Renee must choose between her finances and her pride. Safia Ibrahim is determined to be ordinary. Podcast # 936 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    55 min
  6. The Moth Podcast: Diavian Walters and Lori Gottlieb

    SEP 5

    The Moth Podcast: Diavian Walters and Lori Gottlieb

    On this episode, the perfect hair and the perfect donor. This episode was hosted by Dan Kennedy. Storytellers: Diavian Walters has a relationship with hair that is shear madness. Lori Gottlieb searches for the perfect donor and the whole package. Podcast # 537 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    29 min
  7. The Moth Radio Hour: To Thine Own Self Be True

    SEP 2

    The Moth Radio Hour: To Thine Own Self Be True

    In this hour, stories about and by people who are unapologetically themselves. Knowing where you belong on the ballfield, writing as the ultimate means of self-expression, and the pub that serves as a home for a band of experimental musicians. This hour is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of this radio show. In an attempt to put himself out there, Eric Thomas joins a gay softball league. Renita Walls enters a poetry contest to promote the movie "Soul Plane." Hayley Dunning decides to confess her feelings to her colleague. Heidi Stuber is forced to decide between the needs of her husband and the needs of her child. An extraordinary pub in southern England becomes the crate for Joe Jackson's lifelong dedication to music. Podcast # 714 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    54 min
  8. The Moth Podcast: Bug Juice and Slushies

    AUG 29

    The Moth Podcast: Bug Juice and Slushies

    On this episode… liquid nostalgia. We’ve got two stories about those fountains of childhood sugar highs and summer memories - bug juice and slushees. This episode was hosted by Michelle Jalowski. Storytellers: Stacey Bader Curry goes to sleepaway camp, and is faced with a sticky situation. Denzell Jobson makes an unexpected friend because of anime. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    18 min
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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 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.

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    • Channel
      The Moth
    • Creator
      The Moth
    • Years Active
      2008 - 2025
    • Episodes
      462
    • Rating
      Clean
    • Copyright
      © 2006-2020
    • Show Website
      The Moth
    • Provider
      PRX

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