This episode originally aired on December 7th, 2021.
In this hour, courage, tenacity, spunk! New opportunities, self-confidence, and parents going the extra mile (or rollercoaster) for their kids. 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:
Pamela Mitchell learns to put her opinions first.
Javier Morillo and his family hold true to their cultural traditions.
David Levy faces his fears for his son.
Annalise Raziq's daughter makes an unexpected wish for her birthday.
Podcast # 741
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Banned Books Week: The Moth Podcast
This week is Banned Books week, and to honor that, we’ll be sharing stories about censorship, courage, and the importance of the written word. This episode was hosted by Cleyvis Natera.
Storytellers:
Mohammed Bin Khulayf tells us about meeting a man in a parking lot to buy banned books.
Toby Price faces unexpected consequences when he introduces his students to a book he and his family love.
Podcast # 941
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Still Existing and Bucket Listing: The Moth Radio Hour
In this hour, stories of finding joy, and the pursuit of big dreams. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Storytellers:
Jordie Poncy attempts to live in the moment.
Mike Sela's daughter has a daring birthday request.
Eric Scheur's dream of visiting Pixar is put in jeopardy.
Despite not knowing how to swim, Samantha Williams agrees to go white water rafting.
A chance encounter sends Shannon Garvey on a new path.
Podcast # 940
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Embraces and Egg Timers: The Moth Podcast
In this episode, two stories about nerves and pressure, from meeting a partner’s parents, to deciding whether or not to have kids. This episode was hosted by Emily Couch.
Storytellers:
Gabe Woods-Lamanuzzi tries to give his girlfriend’s father a hug… to mixed results.
April Gallaty deals with feeling pressured to have children.
Podcast # 939
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The Moth Radio Hour: Relative Silence
In this episode, the truths we keep from our family, and the lies we tell for them. Sibling mayhem, multigenerational secrets, and a surprise while watching CBS. This hour is hosted by Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media, producer of The Moth Radio Hour.
Anagha Mahajan finds a creative solution to stay out of the summer heat.
Okeoma Erojikwe is stuck between a cultural tradition and loyalty to her grandmother.
Angela Derecas Taylor uncovers a dark truth about her grandparents.
Graham Shelby first sees his Vietnam veteran father on a television special.
Podcast # 733
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