In this hour, kismet encounters, nosy-but-nice neighbors, and unexpectedly helpful contacts—at home and abroad. This episode is hosted by Moth Artistic Director, Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Nathan Englander's lifetime of stress catches up to him. Elana Duffy attempts to reclaim her teddy bear from a strict customs office. While renovating his house, Alistair Bane unearths a child's toy and his own memories.

Nathan Englander and Chris Adrian discuss the themes of empathy, peace, and grief in the Civil War setting of 'Every Night for a Thousand Years.' They explore the deep friendship between writers and the emotional journey of characters facing loss, love, and societal norms. The podcast delves into the use of dreams, religious references, and pushing boundaries in storytelling.

In this hour, we present audio from a great live show. This episode is hosted by Jay Allison, and the live event was hosted by CJ Hunt. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Hosted by: Jay Allison Storytellers: Micaela Blei Nathan Englander Barbara Bowie