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The Moth

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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.2006-2020 Art Entertainment & Performing Arts
Episodes
  • The Moth Podcast: Joy and Pain
    Jul 4 2025
    A few days ago, we aired an episode of the Moth Radio Hour called “Human + Nature” - where we shared some stories about humans, nature, and human nature. But, for this podcast, we’re taking a different look at that topic, as we explore the dark side of two of life’s most natural joys – sex and laughter. This episode is hosted by Kate Tellers. Storytellers: Becky Feldman hires an escort to help her rediscover her body. Adrianne McGillis’ father's favorite joke lands him in the hospital. 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
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    18 mins
  • The Moth Radio Hour: Human + Nature
    Jul 1 2025
    In this hour, we explore what happens when humans interact with nature—from angry swans to empathetic trees to listening to their own instincts. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Kate Tellers. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Seth Cohen’s break out makes him consider a major life break up. Elizabeth Hansen soothes her pain in an unlikely place. Chris Bell finds out what he might do if a bear attacked. Majdy Fares's AirBnB rating suffers thanks to a pair of cantankerous swans. Rebecca Falzano finds surprising solace with trees. Podcast # 926 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
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    58 mins
  • The Moth Podcast: Jaws
    Jun 27 2025
    This summer marks the 50th anniversary of the release of Jaws in theaters. And you know what that means, stories about TEETH. Because sharks are scary, but dental work is the real horror. This episode is hosted by Suzanne Rust. Storytellers: Alexis Traussi has jaw surgery Shania Russell delays some dental work Anagha Mahajan has a biking accident and ends up in the ER Podcast # 926 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
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    24 mins
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Whenever I catch an episode of The Moth on the radio, I feel like I’ve won the lottery. I was thrilled to find the podcast and be able to control when and where I get to listen!

Always a delight!

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So many different speakers, and different topics all told by the people that experienced them, This podcast is sooo good!

Love the stories!

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The 1st story was by far the best. I feel the most alive by listening to it.

Great stories

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This is the best podcast ever! I listen when I’m getting ready for work, while I’m cleaning & anxious. Such a soothing way to disconnect and enjoy life experiences through other’s stories. So thankful it’s available

This is Gold!

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Story telling in this episode could not be better. Resoundingly humorous, delightfully British. One heck of a tale about the absurdities we attach to cockameme schemes, uniting us all. The universal disdain for the French.

Commodore FitzHigham is my new hero

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Strength and humor.
To stand against hate with love.
To live a century and taste freedom.
...but see the war will never end.

My Heart Is Lifted and Broken (kgb)

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