Peter Aguero
Longtime contributor to The Moth who serves as host, storyteller, and instructor; has hosted main stages, slams, and taught in The Moth's EDU and community programs.
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Dec 17, 2024 • 54min
The Moth Radio Hour: Menorahs, Presents and Palm Trees - December Holiday Stories
In this heartfelt session, Peter Aguero shares a touching story about holiday gift exchanges with his mother. Tracey Segarra reflects on her complex bond with her Jehovah's Witness mother-in-law, while Steve Glickman lightheartedly narrates his disastrous attempt to escape a snowy Christmas. Dawn Fraser describes her family's Caribbean culinary traditions, and Bernie Somers recounts his comedic missteps leading to a first kiss. These personal stories weave together themes of family connection, cultural diversity, and the joy and chaos of the holidays.
Apr 29, 2025 • 55min
The Moth Radio Hour: Live from New York: Give me Five - Stories of the Senses
Peter Aguero, a seasoned host and storyteller from Queens, shares his transformative experience in a pottery class that reignites his creativity. Tighisti Amahazion, a writer and neuro-nerd, evokes the sensory memories of her childhood in war-torn Eritrea. Bryan Kett, a former science teacher, describes his emotional journey of seeing color for the first time, highlighting the deep connection between senses, emotions, and storytelling. Together, they explore how memory and the senses shape our narratives and experiences.
