The Moth
The Moth
On Tuesdays and Fridays The Moth’s podcast feed presents episodes of the Peabody-Award Winning Moth Radio Hour and original episodes of The Moth Podcast. Since its launch in 1997, The Moth has presented thousands of true stories, told live and without notes, to standing-room-only crowds worldwide. Moth storytellers stand alone, under a spotlight, with only a microphone and a roomful of strangers. The storyteller and the audience embark on a high-wire act of shared experience which is both terrifying and exhilarating. Since 2008, The Moth podcast has featured many of our favorite stories told live on Moth stages around the country. For information on all of our programs and live events, visit themoth.org.
Episodes
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Nov 21, 2023 • 54min
The Moth Radio Hour: What's Up, Doc?
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.
Nov 17, 2023 • 14min
Lessons from Dad: Masooma Ranalvi
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.
Nov 14, 2023 • 54min
The Moth Radio Hour: Hope and Glory
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.
Nov 10, 2023 • 18min
On the Water: Linda Grosser and Jon Goode
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.
Nov 7, 2023 • 54min
The Moth Radio Hour: Confrontations
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.
Oct 31, 2023 • 54min
The Moth Radio Hour: Not as They Seem
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.
Oct 27, 2023 • 22min
Giving Back: Jim Beebe-Woodard and Richard Cardillo
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.
Oct 24, 2023 • 54min
The Moth Radio Hour: DNA Doesn’t Lie
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.
Oct 20, 2023 • 18min
Halloween: Sofya Tamarkin and Tricia Ho
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.
Oct 17, 2023 • 54min
The Moth Radio Hour: Brains, Beauty, and Brawn: Stories of Girlhood
Young women share stories of moxie, grit, and growing up. Topics include conflicted physical strength, going off the path in the wilderness, seeking work as a welder, and shared taste in women. A powerful story explores persistence in the face of discrimination. The podcast also delves into friendship, fatherhood, and the impact of the Vietnam War, reflecting on a father's love and influence. Lastly, there's a heartfelt exploration of how a narrator imagines their father's response to a story.
