The Moth The Moth Radio Hour: Keep Calm and Carry On
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Aug 19, 2025 In this captivating hour, Sarah Johnson humorously navigates the responsibilities of her childhood NanoPuppy. Mike Malek opens up about confronting his fear of heights as a bridge inspector. Samira Sahebi shares a wild night that resulted in unexpected injuries and broken friendships. Beth Bradley recounts her physically and emotionally challenging climb in Colorado. Lastly, Shaun Leonardo dives into the adrenaline-fueled world of Mexican wrestling, where he embraces both triumph and defeat, ultimately reflecting on resilience.
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Childhood Toy Became All-Consuming
- Sarah Johnson describes becoming consumed by an electronic pet (NanoPuppy) as an eight-year-old and lying to avoid neglecting it.
- Her father ultimately throws the toy into their campfire, ending the cycle of guilt and responsibility.
Quit The Things That Drain You
- Don't keep unhealthy obligations by lying about them or secretly maintaining them.
- When something drains you, remove it instead of pretending it's fine.
Facing Heights On The Job
- Mike Malek recounts a month inspecting very tall bridges despite a debilitating fear of heights.
- He survives daily panic but ultimately concludes he belongs with his feet on the ground.