This episode originally aired on July 5, 2022. In this episode, the trials and tribulations of growing up. Jealousy, loss, secrets, and finding one's place in the world. This episode is hosted by Moth Producer and Director Chloe Salmon. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Jennifer Lubin competes for her mother's affection with an unlikely foe. Anne Stuart spends her summer break delivering the news as the switchboard operator at her local paper. After hitting a baseball for the first time, 10 year old Stephen Ferrell hopes for another miracle. Esther Ngumbi's mother catches her in a lie. Ernesto Quiñonez tries to encourage his 9-year-old daughter to be his traveling companion to Graceland. Podcast # 772 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
To celebrate the dawn of 2026, we’ll have two stories of people trying new things, taking a leap, in one case literally, shaking their lives up, and turning over new leaves. This episode was hosted by Kate Tellers. Storytellers: Laura Gilbert starts a new job as a software engineer and deals with imposter syndrome. In desperate need of an easy class to graduate college, Elliot Higgins took a skydiving 101 class. Podcast # 957 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
If you've been moved by a story this year, text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. In this hour, stories by and about the people who work behind the scenes. A bartender, an almost-cook, and a teacher. 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: Gretchen Van Esstelyn steps up during a kitchen catastrophe. James Gordon's student asks him a difficult question. Bartender Anastasia Maximenko has an uncomfortable conversation with a customer. Nahla Summers's partner is determined to give her the best birthday ever. Jeremy Gaitan and his family are caught in a natural disaster. Podcast # 956 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
It's that weird time between Christmas and New Years, when all everyone wants to do is chill and be comfy. So, on this episode, we’ve got three stories that’ll feel like you’re putting on a cozy, oversize, ever-so-warm sweater. This episode was hosted by Marc Sollinger. Storytellers: Kristy Arnett Moreno has a cancer scare, and has to open up to her boyfriend. Steven Ettinger learns some lessons from his 90 year old roommate. Jonathan Mannheim gets caught up in a chase, wearing his laundry day sweater. Podcast # 955 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
This episode originally aired on December 16th, 2014. If you've been moved by a story this year, text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. A special holiday edition of The Moth Radio Hour: Simon Doonan encounters challenges when called on to decorate the White House for Christmas, a man is hesitant to work with a ‘Hollywood’ style church in his neighborhood, a Jewish girl meets Santa, and a boy thinks his dreams have finally come true when he gets an exotic pet. This hour is hosted by Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media in Woods Hole, Massachusetts. Storytellers: Simon Doonan stirs up controversy with small details on his Christmas ball decorations. Mark Redmond works with a homeless shelter in Vermont. Ophira Eisenberg wanted to meet Santa Claus. Taylor Negron grows up “California Gothic” and must balance the joy of owning a monkey with his fear of Charles Manson. 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
As the weather outside gets colder and colder, and it seems like Spring will never return - The Moth is sharing stories all about the magic, and the misery, of winter. From traveling down icy roads, to finding warmth with your loved ones. So instead of going outside, why don't you bundle up, pour a mug of hot cocoa, and listen to some stories This episode was hosted by Emily Couch. Storytellers: Cola Rum gets some help while driving in a snowstorm. Melissa Earley tries to hide an accident from her congregation. If you've been moved by a story this year, please text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. 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
This episode originally aired on December 28, 2021. If you've been moved by a story this year, text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. In this hour, stories of tradition, codes, regulations — and breaking them wide open. A foul-mouthed boater, a long-forgotten toy car, and a foray to Florida. 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: Michael Steinberg gets an unexpected case in his new role as the director of the Michigan ACLU. Samuel James looks at an artifact from his past with new eyes. Frimet Goldberger ventures into the unexplored world of a Florida water park. Podcast # 745 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
This episode originally aired on January 31st, 2020. This episode, stories from crowded places and spaces. Hosted by: Dan Kennedy Storytellers: Tere Figueras Negrete learns a lot about her fellow passengers when her commute goes awry. Slow service at a deli counter leads to an angry and regrettable outburst from Adam Wade. If you've been moved by a story this year, please text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. 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
If you've been moved by a story this year, text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. In this hour, stories of chance meetings, unexpected connections, and pleasant surprises—at Macy's, while camping, and in a graveyard. This episode is hosted by Moth Director Michelle Jalowski. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Mandy Gardner learns an important lesson in a graveyard. Caroline Brennan learns a family secret. Bryan Kett attempts to recharge on a camping trip. Shania Russell comes to appreciate having a younger sibling. Connie Shin approaches a significant birthday. Podcast # 953 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
A few days ago, we shared a Moth Radio Hour all about shoes… but on this episode, we’re going to be talking about a different type of soul. Yes, we’re going from the sole of your shoe, to the soul inside you - with stories about connections, bonds, being there for the people we love, and all of the things that make you you. This episode was hosted by Suzanne Rust. Storytellers: On a high school trip, socially awkward Heather McG is given a bright pink suitcase by her grandmother. Ashley Mckelvy has to get married in less than a month. Podcast # 952 If you've been moved by a story this year, please text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. 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
This episode originally aired on February 2, 2022. If you've been moved by a story this year, text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. In this hour devoted to stories about footwear, walk a mile in another person's shoes. Every journey begins with a single step, and hopefully, some comfortable kicks. 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. Storytellers: Edgar Ruiz Jr. needs new sneakers while visiting his father in Puerto Rico. Satori Shakoor dresses up for a job interview but doesn't really want the job. Isabelle Raphael finds herself in a pinch when she drops her keys down the elevator shaft. Sufian Zhemetov is pulled into a discussion on religion while shoe shopping. Stacy Miller's new daughter needs new shoes. Munjen Ng and his classmate pursue careers in design. Podcast # 753 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
If you've been moved by a story this year, please text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. On this episode, stories that'll make you laugh, cry, and hopefully, both. Plus, why YOU, yes YOU, are The Moth. This episode was hosted by Peter Aguero. Storytellers: Peter Aguero cuts himself with his uncle’s knife. Kahlie Towle encounters a 1500 pound Brahma cow. Tom Rich finds a way to deal with his stutter. Podcast # 951 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
If you've been moved by a story this year, text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. In this hour, stories of finding community and comfort—among neighbors, in church, and at the movies. 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: Julie Baker finds comfort in Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood. The Rocky Horror Picture Show takes conservative Christian teen, Steven Michael Carr, out of his bubble. Julie Vieira wants to belong to something bigger than herself. Sue Moreno moves to Kansas City in search of community. Podcast # 950 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
On this episode, we celebrate Thanksgiving with three stories of food gone wrong. Because even if you undercook the yams, hey, at least you'll get a story out of it. This episode was hosted by Chloe Salmon. Storytellers: Ellie Tonkin tries to get her mother to make tuna sandwiches the way she likes. Kayleigh Hudson attempts to cook an elaborate meal for her friends. Gabby Shea wants to impress her boyfriend's family with her macaroni and cheese. Podcast # 949 If you've been moved by a story this year, please text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. 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
This episode originally aired on October 19, 2021. In this hour, stories of nerves, anxiety, fear! And the courage and support that allow us to overcome. A phone call, a taxi ride, and a stranger's generosity of spirit. This episode is hosted by Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Amanda Stern reaches a breaking point with her anxiety. Tim Manley's repressed feelings start to manifest themselves physically. Nervous bride-to-be Anoush Froundjian introduces her fiancé to her Armenian traditions. Cheryl Murfin forgets something important in the parking lot of the grocery story. Devan Sandiford finds the courage to talk to his mother about the family's past. Podcast # 735 If you've been moved by a story this year, please text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. 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
On this episode, we've got an extended conversation with storyteller and advice columnist John Paul Brammer AKA Papi from Hola Papi. He'll talk with host Chloe Salmon about the differences and similarities between advice columns and storytelling coaching, give some ‘tough love’ advice, and so much more. Podcast # 948 If you've been moved by a story this year, please text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. 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
In this hour, stories of wise counsel, listening to your gut, and learning to practice what you preach. Plus, guidance from advice columnist John Paul Brammer. This episode is hosted by Moth Director Chloe Salmon. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Stacy Nicholson fights her social anxiety by playing bridge. When he finds himself stranded, Mike Phalen's mom offers him some age-old wisdom. Jersey Garcia looks to telenovelas for guidance in love. John Paul Brammer finds himself in a secret situationship. Podcast # 947 If you've been moved by a story this year, please text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. 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
This episode originally aired on November 12, 2021. This week, two stories honoring Veterans, and a can’t-miss interview with 98-year-old WWII Vet Tom Sitter. This episode is hosted by Jon Goode. Storytellers: Scott Young honors the legacy of his Vietnam Veteran father. Tom Sitter retells a hair-raising tale from his WWII service. If you've been moved by a story this year, please text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. 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
In this hour, stories of life after death—earthly concerns, supernatural encounters, and what remains. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, producer of The Moth Radio Hour. Storytellers: Panduranga Rao faces his first challenge as a newly-minted doctor. Ceren Ege's father promises to visit if he ever becomes a ghost. Noreen Grimes's mother distributes her worldly possessions. Jake Ottosen is cast as a grave digger at the Renaissance Faire. Craig Chester reluctantly acknowledges that he is haunted. Podcast # 945 If you've been moved by a story this year, please text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. 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
Are you ready to get spooked? Or scared? Or just generally creeped out? Well then, on this episode, in celebration of Halloween, we’ve got three stories all about the larger forces at play in the universe. Plus, a conversation with a Moth director about a haunted hotel. This episode was hosted by Sarah Austin Jenness. Storytellers: Ophira Eisenberg dresses as an alien for a Halloween dance in middle school. Ethan Sweetland-May discovers a creepy room in his attic. Rich Tackenberg takes some advice from a psychic. Podcast # 944 If you've been moved by a story this year, please text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. 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
This episode originally aired on February 1, 2022. In this hour, stories of disappearance and reappearance. Losing and finding home, family, and sacred objects -- or making space for something new. 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: Ross Jessop searches Montana's Lolo National Forest for a missing baby.Christine Gentry hides a secret from significant others.Gregory Pereira finds family in an unexpected place.New Yorker Aaron Wolfe's wife gets a job in Boston.Joseph Gallo receives a gift from a dying friend. Podcast # 750 If you've been moved by a story this year, text 'GIVE25' to 78679 to make a donation to The Moth today. 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
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 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
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 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
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 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
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 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
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 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
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 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
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 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
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 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
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
