The Moth Snowed In: The Moth Podcast
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Dec 19, 2025 Cola Rum, a spoken word artist and storyteller, shares his gripping tale of navigating a treacherous snowstorm while delivering vehicles across the country. He recounts tense moments in a whiteout, culminating in a daring decision to follow a truck to safety. Meanwhile, Melissa Earley, a United Methodist pastor, opens up about the challenges of balancing her pastoral role and personal life. She shares an unexpected ski trip that turned urgent after her partner sustains a severe injury, revealing how her congregation responded with warmth and support.
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Whiteout Rescue On The Road
- Cola Rum describes surviving a sudden whiteout while driving a Prius through Ohio and Indiana in a blizzard.
- He followed an 18-wheeler's lit trailer to safety and finished the night with a stranger's gift of a hot shower.
Winter Teaches Hard Lessons Fast
- Repeated near-death snow experiences taught Cola Rum to drive conservatively in ice and snow.
- He learned practical survival steps like careful cruising, avoiding sudden braking, and calling ahead for services.
Call Ahead And Check Weather Often
- Check weather updates continuously when driving through winter conditions.
- Call ahead to stops and services to confirm availability before relying on them.