The Moth

Storyteller Adam Linn shares his unexpected journey as a blind single dad, navigating love and parenthood. He also recounts his hilarious experience with acquiring a frozen pig for Thanksgiving and reflects on the significance of the holiday, expressing gratitude for his Brazilian wife and the lessons learned from moments of realization.

Listen to stories of overcoming medical challenges in prison, a unique coping mechanism for dealing with mastectomy, exploring a career in phlebotomy, and navigating life as a cancer patient. These stories are medicine for the soul, highlighting the patient-doctor relationship and the importance of finding joy amidst illness.

Masooma Ranalvi learns important lessons about justice and courage from her father. She navigates uncharted territory and faces social isolation after her father criticizes their religious leader. Despite societal pressures, her father supports her as she becomes a human rights lawyer. Discrimination at her father's funeral fuels her activism against female genital mutilation.

Four stories of determination, hope, and battling for survival and respect. Topics include earning respect in the military, finding hope in war, anxiously awaiting a loved one's return from deployment, and a bird's eye view of D Day.

Linda Grosser discovers herself on a sailboat and recounts her rejuvenating romantic encounter. Jon Goode learns the importance of standing in the right line and discusses his struggle with swimming qualification at Marine boot camp.

Padra must confront his sexuality and those who judge him. Tricia challenges her southern upbringing. Arn uses music to survive Khmer Rouge. The speakers share stories of war, face-offs, and inner struggles in this captivating podcast.

This episode features stories of unexpected hospital stays and broken bones, navigating a case of mistaken identity, lessons learned from a stolen meal, and the journey of losing vision and finding freedom through dance.

Jim Beebe-Woodard's parents teach him a lesson about empathy and care for others. Richard Cardillo reflects on his journey of self-acceptance and discovery of his passion for baking bread amidst financial struggles in 1991 New York. Host discusses the transformative power of helping others and the behind-the-scenes work at The Moth to bring storytelling to individuals worldwide.

Stories of choosing a sperm donor and the challenges of becoming a parent. A surprising connection through social media. Discovering a shocking family history through online research. Reflections on family bonds and ancestral exploration, including the emotional impact of holding slave documents.

A child from the Soviet Union learns about American Halloween traditions. A Halloween party becomes genuinely frightening in a conservative country. Stories touch on immigration, queer communities, and the need for ongoing change.