The Moth The Moth Podcast: Joy and Pain
Jul 4, 2025
Becky Feldman, a Los Angeles-based writer and actor, takes us on a journey exploring the complex connection between joy and pain. She shares her empowering experience of hiring an escort for self-discovery, tackling issues surrounding intimacy and body image. Adrianne McGillis adds a twist with a hilarious yet alarming family story about a joke gone wrong, leading to an unexpected hospital visit. This conversation dives into the nuances of laughter, family bonds, and the art of storytelling, inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences.
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Becky Feldman's Healing Journey
- Becky Feldman struggled with vestibulodynia causing painful intercourse and emotional distress.
- She hired a male escort to safely rediscover intimacy, leading to a breakthrough in her healing process.
The Dangerous Joke
- Adrianne McGillis recounts her dad fainting laughing at a pun her brother made.
- The joke was so dangerous it led to medical tests and a family ban on telling it again.