The Moth The Moth Radio Hour: Rooted in the Past
Sep 24, 2024
In this engaging hour, guests share powerful stories rooted in their pasts. Hannah Drake, a poet and activist, discusses her transformative journey to Senegal, piecing together a family history marred by slavery. Craig Mangum, a designer, explores his relationship with Mormonism and his quest for self-discovery. Luanne Sims recounts her humorous yet challenging transition into the corporate world after her first real job. Dan Ariely, a behavioral economics expert, shares his experiences supporting burn survivors, highlighting the strength found in shared trauma.
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The Door of No Return
- Hannah Drake visited Goree Island's Door of No Return, a pivotal point in the slave trade.
- The experience deeply moved her and her daughter, highlighting the emotional weight of history.
Lost History
- Drake's conversation with her mother reveals a lost family history due to slavery.
- Her mother's experience picking cotton for three years as a child underscores the lasting impact.
Plantation Homes
- Drake visited plantation homes in Natchez, Mississippi, confronting the stark realities of slavery.
- She found that slave quarters were often erased, symbolizing a suppression of history.