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The Moth

The Moth Radio Hour: The Call

Sep 26, 2023
A surprising car ride turns amusing when Susan Fee and her daughter discover the true nature of their ringtones. Moran Cerf faces consequences after missed calls. Nancy Mahl receives a life-changing call on 9/11. Cheech Marin finds his calling after avoiding the draft.
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Quick takeaways

  • Finding one's calling amidst political and social upheaval
  • Phone calls creating unexpected bonds and bridging gaps

Deep dives

Discovering a True Calling

The speaker recounts his journey of finding his true calling amidst the political and social upheaval of the Vietnam War era. After becoming a potter in Canada, he meets Tommy Chong and they form a comedy duo. Despite being wanted by the FBI, the speaker manages to enter the US with borrowed ID and eventually has his case thrown out. He reflects on the significance of his experiences and the importance of following his convictions.

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