The Moth
The MothOn 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. ... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 505 | Founded | 18 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Performing ArtsArts | |||
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On this episode, stories about the strange mess and pettiness and confusion of being human - and the dark humor to be found there. This episode was hosted by Jodi Powell.
Storytellers:
Austin Butterfield finds his office taken over.
Torrey Shinema... more
This episode originally aired on April 11th, 2023.
In this hour, stories of finding one's way—through heartbreak, adolescence, times of crisis, and public nudity. This episode is hosted by Moth storyteller Samuel James. The Moth Radio Hour is produc... more
On this episode, two stories of having the hard conversations, and how nerve-wracking - and rewarding - they can be. Hosted by Chloe Salmon.
Storytellers:
Annie Wiborg finds a way to give her daughter ‘the talk.’
Wendy Cuellar is inspired to be... more
In this hour, a televised proposal, an unlikely tennis alliance, and a funeral in Cameroon. Is there a theme? You tell us! This episode is hosted by Moth Director Chloe Salmon. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic P... more
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- Enjoy but repeats stories often
I enjoy this podcast. However they repeat stories I have heard from the podcast in an earlier episode. They need a better filing system or say that is an archive episode so lovers of the moth doesn’t have to relisten to stories. Other than that annoying thing. It is pretty good.
Apple Podcasts4franks246
Australiaa month ago - So good
Haven’t listened in a while, so could be inaccurate, but I have always loved this hilarious whirlwind of a storytelling show
Apple Podcasts5cxvdggg
United Statesa month ago - Death & What remains
I just discovered this podcast and I’m so grateful I did! The style and format in which information is received made it feel even more personalized. Absolutely loved the episode Death & What remains. Navigating grief is challenging naturally but having insight to different ways in which people choose to approach it is so informative and rewarding.
Apple Podcasts5Christina_pinkngreenUnited Statesa month ago - new stories soon?
Love this podcast (yes even when it is woke lol). Possibly the best pod of all time when it is on a good streak! But 5 weeks of recycled episodes is not a good streak … come on y’all ……..
Apple Podcasts4ziilecronUnited States2 months ago - Goodbye Moth
I have listened to the Moth for many years. I used to think they represented a cross section of America fairly well. I never expected to like or identify with all of the speakers, but thought the variety was fair. However, over time they have drifted so far towards LGBTQ+, DEI and liberal topics that I find myself skipping many of the speakers. The show skews so far that I don’t think they represent a cross section of America any longer, and certainly not my values. Therefore it is time for me t... more
Apple Podcasts1DonP50United States4 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #99 | United States/Top Podcasts |
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Apple Podcasts | #138 |  Canada/Top Podcasts |
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What is The Moth about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A program focused on intimate, personal storytelling across a broad range of lived experiences. Episodes center on family, parenting, resilience, identity, and culture, often weaving humor with poignant moments that reveal how everyday choices shape who we become. Notable strengths include live, confession-ready storytelling, emphasis on vulnerability and memory, and a diverse slate of guest storytellers from writers to artists to public figures. It's likely to appeal to listeners who crave human-scale narratives, emotional honesty, and cross-cultural perspectives, with occasional live performance energy and brand sponsor inserts that are integrated into the episode flow.
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1. This American Life
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3. Snap Judgment
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How many episodes of The Moth are there?
The Moth launched 18 years ago and published 505 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on The Moth?
Recent guests on The Moth include:
1. Andrew McGill
2. Estella Jones
3. Francesca Hays
4. Michael Corso
5. Janell Banks
6. Audrey Pleasant
7. Patrick McGraw
8. Monique Van Rainen
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