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.
The Moth Radio Hour: Late Night

The Moth Radio Hour: Late Night

Join The Moth Radio Hour for a night out -- with this week’s stories of late night adventures or, should we say, misadventures. This episode is hosted by The Moth's Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Gary Yiminez proves just how far he's willing to go for love. Otis Gray has a clever idea for how to deal with a rude customer. Molly Kendall's surprise for her boyfriend gets out of hand when he takes her out to dinner. Devin Elise Wilson rings in the New Year with a charming stranger. Flash Rosenberg has a life threatening fall, during a night out in New York City. Podcast # 725 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15 Apr. 2025 - 52 Min 22 Sek

 
The Moth Radio Hour: For the Ages

The Moth Radio Hour: For the Ages

In this hour, a trip through the phases of life—childhood to awkward adolescence, first jobs to careers, and big leaps in adulthood. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Curatorial Producer, Suzanne Rust. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Anne McNamee Keels is "not the cool girl" at school. Matthew Dicks finds a friend at McDonalds. Kate Greathead finds out that her dream at age 7 is a nightmare at age 14. Linda Grosser discovers more about herself on a sailboat. Ron Hart loses passion for his dream job. Karen Lascher has a complicated relationship with Mother's Day. Podcast # 914 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8 Apr. 2025 - 50 Min 34 Sek

 
The Moth Radio Hour: Delicious! Stories of Food & Feelings

The Moth Radio Hour: Delicious! Stories of Food & Feelings

Hungry? This week, mouth-watering stories of food and the connections it provides. A feast of gravlax, fudge, bolognese, and more. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Curatorial Producer, Suzanne Rust. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Arlene Stewart finds where she belongs as a chef. Di Zhao goes to war over quail eggs. Josephine Ferraro runs a con for spumoni. Michael Imber tries to become his grandmother’s “angel boy.” James Gallicio's nonna takes her bolognese sauce recipe to her grave. Podcast # 913 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 Apr. 2025 - 51 Min 20 Sek

 
The Moth Podcast: March Madness

The Moth Podcast: March Madness

March Madness has us thinking about threes, dunks, and triple-doubles… but March is also Women’s History Month, so we’re thinking about basketball in a slightly different way. So we've got two stories all about women's basketball. This episode was hosted by Sarah Jane Johnson. Storytellers: Toya Chester tries to score 1000 points in her college basketball career. Dame Wilburn learns how to play basketball. Podcast # 912 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

28 März 2025 - 20 Min 46 Sek

 
The Moth Radio Hour: The Love Hurts SLAM

The Moth Radio Hour: The Love Hurts SLAM

A special Moth Radio Hour with stories originating from our annual "Love Hurts" StorySLAM. Love lost, love found, unwanted spotlights and the family we choose. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Andrew Brown comes face to face with his academic nemesis. Joshua Arnold dreads being singled out during altar call. Daisy Rosario meets her brother for the first time at their father's funeral. Gary Sizer shares a love of Star Trek with his step father.. Antoinette Thorne, a trans woman, is recognized by her father in a small town. Podcast # 721 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

25 März 2025 - 52 Min 49 Sek

 
The Moth Radio Hour: All In - Live from London

The Moth Radio Hour: All In - Live from London

This week, a special episode of The Moth, live from a Mainstage show in London. Stories of going "All In" — in a new town, in an icy lake, and on the paintball course. This live show is hosted by Tiff Stevenson with additional hosting by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Kate Oliver remembers what it was like to be a "weird, androgynous, nerdy" teenager. Navied Mahdavian and his wife try to build a community in a new town. A difficult period leads Catherine Joy White back to a childhood passion. Podcast # 911 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

18 März 2025 - 51 Min 21 Sek

 
The Moth Podcast: Family Matters

The Moth Podcast: Family Matters

On this episode, we’re talking family. Finding, reconnecting, and standing up for family. From a conflict in Eastern Europe, to a surprise email, we're learning why family matters. This episode was hosted by Jodi Powell. Storytellers: Alicia Kenworthy gets some unexpected news from Germany. Stacy Staggs learns to live with her nephew. Marko Ivanov takes care of his brother in a war-torn region. Podcast # 910 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

14 März 2025 - 24 Min 19 Sek

 
The Moth Radio Hour: Brand New YOU

The Moth Radio Hour: Brand New YOU

In this hour, stories of starting fresh. Unexpected opportunities, budding relationships, your next home, and a new take. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Student Naushin Khan has never had a "good relationship" with chemistry. Kristin Lawlor feels like the only single girl in New York. Mariam Bazeed and their family relocate to Egypt during the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait. Law professor Dave Moran tries his hand at modelling. Aleyne Larner meets a man 20 years her senior. Podcast # 712 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11 März 2025 - 51 Min 16 Sek

 
The Moth Podcast: A Blue Bonus

The Moth Podcast: A Blue Bonus

On this bonus episode, in honor of The Blue Man Group's NYC exit, we're playing a favorite story about, you guessed it, The Blue Man Group. This episode was hosted by Marc Sollinger. Storyteller: After many years in the legendary Blue Man Group, John Grady makes a profound connection with an audience member. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

7 März 2025 - 14 Min 55 Sek

 
The Moth Radio Hour: The Pursuit of Happiness

The Moth Radio Hour: The Pursuit of Happiness

In this hour, stories of searching for fulfillment and finding one's bliss. Unconventional self-care, making ancestors proud, and a quest for the perfect gift. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. Storytellers: Ann Guo battles postpartum depression by soliciting dares from her family and friends. Morgan Givens joins the police academy, following in the footsteps of his trailblazing grandmother. Ruby Cooper strives to give her son everything, until he asks for an untraditional Christmas gift. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4 März 2025 - 51 Min 22 Sek