215 episodes

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.

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    • Arts
    • 4.6 • 1.1K Ratings

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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.

Listen on Apple Podcasts
Requires subscription and macOS 11.4 or higher

    The Moth Radio Hour: Creatures Great & Small

    The Moth Radio Hour: Creatures Great & Small

    In this hour, stories of encounters with the animal kingdom. Songbirds, rogue rams, carnivorous threats—and friends. This episode is hosted by Moth storyteller and host Ray Christian. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

    Storytellers:

    Georgia Huff goes for a hike...in grizzly bear country.

    Randy Horick finds meaning in a bird's song.

    Michele Woods must prove she's a real Scottish local when her ram, Frowick, escapes.

    After Fran Kras takes in a stray cat, a mystery unfolds.

    As a child with a severe stutter, Alan Rabinowitz finds solace in speaking to animals.

    • 53 min
    Growing Up with Siblings: Saad Najam and Meredith Morrison

    Growing Up with Siblings: Saad Najam and Meredith Morrison

    In this episode, we’ll be playing an episode all about siblings from the Moth’s very first spinoff podcast, Grown, which has just launched it’s second season!

    Subscribe to Grown wherever you get your podcasts, or check out its website for more information: www.grownpod.com

    Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo

    The Moth would like to thank its listeners and supporters. Stories like these are made possible by community giving. If you’re not already a member, please consider becoming one or making a one-time donation today at themoth.org/giveback

    • 34 min
    The Moth Radio Hour: Forever and Ever

    The Moth Radio Hour: Forever and Ever

    In this hour, stories of things past shaping the here and now; the smell and taste of home, whirlwind romance, and finding comfort and kinship in the most dire of circumstances. This hour is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

    Talaya Moore, a homeless child, takes solace in her most valued possession - her dolls.

    Nikesh Shukla finds a frozen moment in time after the death of his mother.

    Self-professed nerd Andrew Solmssen meets his match.

    Caitlin FitzGerald discovers her new home has a terrible past.

    • 53 min
    Pigging Out on Thanksgiving: Adam Linn

    Pigging Out on Thanksgiving: Adam Linn

    On this episode of The Moth podcast, we’re reairing a treasured episode from our archives. We thought it would be especially fun for the day after Thanksgiving. And just a reminder -- if you'd like to listen to our 26 year library of Moth stories, check out our story archive at the moth dot org, just click the stories banner.

    Hosted by:

    Dan Kennedy

    Storyteller:

    Adam Linn

    The Moth would like to thank its listeners and supporters. Stories like these are made possible by community giving. If you’re not already a member, please consider becoming one or making a one-time donation today at themoth.org/giveback

    • 17 min
    The Moth Radio Hour: What's Up, Doc?

    The Moth Radio Hour: What's Up, Doc?

    Stories are medicine for the soul, but in this hour, stories of real medicine. Hospital residencies, doctor visits, and difficult diagnoses. This episode is hosted by Suzanne Rust. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media

    Storytellers:

    While in prison, Michael Fischer takes advantage of his medical condition.

    Leanna House find a unique way to cope with her mastectomy.

    Oscar Saavedra takes a stab at being a phlebotomist.

    Cancer patient Gwen Carmen tries to learn how to die.

    After giving birth, Elizabeth Gray is in denial about her mental health.

    • 53 min
    Lessons from Dad: Masooma Ranalvi

    Lessons from Dad: Masooma Ranalvi

    On this episode, we explore what we can learn from our fathers. Hosted by Emily Couch, Producer of Special Projects and Radio at the Moth.

    Storyteller:

    Masooma Ranalvi learns some important lessons about justice and courage from her father.

    The Moth would like to thank its listeners and supporters. Stories like these are made possible by community giving. If you’re not already a member, please consider becoming one or making a one-time donation today at themoth.org/giveback

    • 15 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
1.1K Ratings

1.1K Ratings

Jen&Dim ,

Wonderful diverse stories

It’s my favourite podcast!! I tell everyone I care about to listen.

Lloydsta ,

One of the best Podcasts on the a planet.

This is so amazingly produced and developed with such empathic, intelligent and articulate people.

Plaitty ,

Great stories but skip the theme music

A great podcast to gain an insight into the lives of a diversity of people across the globe. It only loses a star because the theme music is so irritating and hurts my ears.

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