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The Moth

The Moth
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Autism
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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. ... more

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Latest Episodes

This episode originally aired on February 1, 2022. In this hour, stories of disappearance and reappearance. Losing and finding home, family, and sacred objects -- or making space for something new. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, S... more

To celebrate the start of the World Series, we've got two stories about baseball and community. This episode was hosted by Larry Rosen and Muneesh Jain.

Storytellers:

Bridget Flaherty and her son get a special experience at a baseball stadium.

Rob... more

In this hour, stories about fathers and how they show up for their kids. As support systems and sounding boards, buddies and bear huggers. This episode is hosted by Roy Wood Jr. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic ... more

This episode originally aired on April 17, 2020

This week's episode is all about moments of truth. Our three slam stories are about awakenings, life-changing choices and everything in between. Hosted by The Moth’s Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Je... more

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Recent Guests

Bridget Flaherty
Writer, entrepreneur and consultant living in Dayton, Ohio.
Episode: Baseball and Community: The Moth Podcast
Rob Warren
Father, university professor, and baseball fan living in Minneapolis.
Episode: Baseball and Community: The Moth Podcast
Jordie Poncy
Psychologist at Moffitt Cancer Center, cancer survivor and storyteller
Moffitt Cancer Center
Episode: Still Existing and Bucket Listing: The Moth Radio Hour
Mike Sela
Software developer and storyteller
Episode: Still Existing and Bucket Listing: The Moth Radio Hour
Eric Scheur
Animator and storyteller
Episode: Still Existing and Bucket Listing: The Moth Radio Hour
Samantha Williams
Executive Director of Birmingham Promise, an organization that helps young people achieve economic security
Birmingham Promise
Episode: Still Existing and Bucket Listing: The Moth Radio Hour
Shannon Garvey
Writer and storyteller
Episode: Still Existing and Bucket Listing: The Moth Radio Hour
Gabe Woods-Lamanuzzi
An educator in Boston, living with his forever gal, Sydney.
Episode: Embraces and Egg Timers: The Moth Podcast
April Gallaty
Writer, comic, and storyteller who uses her sweet southern drawl.
Episode: Embraces and Egg Timers: The Moth Podcast

Hosts

Michelle Julaski
Director at The Moth, known for her contributions to the storytelling community through various initiatives and events.
Jodi Powell
Host of The Moth Radio Hour, bringing engaging storytelling to life through her dynamic hosting style.
Catherine Burns
Director and executive producer of The Moth, instrumental in shaping the storytelling format.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 33.1k ratings
  • Beware ~ Not clean

    How can a podcast that includes MANY offensive words be rated “clean”? That is untruthful. Do listeners really not care about what their children hear/will then use themselves? 💔🥺Unfortunate waste of taxpayer and my money…

    Apple Podcasts
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    JbaRNinMD
    United States11 days ago
  • Delightful

    So glad Heavyweights premiered this podcast. It is joyful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Texas365
    United States12 days ago
  • Too many commercials

    The titles says it all: TOO MANY COMMERCIALS.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    YW3492
    United States21 days ago
  • Nothing beats a good story!

    The Moth never fails to deliver entertaining, thought-provoking stories. Your storytellers have kept me company on many long commutes. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    llamalovin'chil
    United States2 months ago
  • Heartfelt stories

    The stories make me laugh, cry and understand better what people go through in their joys and struggles

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NiainFrance
    United States2 months ago

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The podcast is described as a source of inspiration and connection, with many expressing a strong sense of community among listeners.
Some reviews suggest a desire for slight format changes, like reducing music or profanity, indicating that while content is appreciated, production aspects could improve.
Listeners praise the authentic and engaging storytelling, often mentioning the emotional depth and relatability of the stories.

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#124
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#1
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#2
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#209
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#1
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#3
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Baseball and Community: The Moth Podcast
Q: What do you hope to see with October baseball?
Muneesh expressed a desire to see his Detroit Tigers win, but also to see other communities experience winning for the first time.
The Moth Podcast: Answers Before Questions
Q: Why did you go to that rally?
Andrea explained that her actions were driven by her personal experiences with mental health during her pregnancies.
The Moth Radio Hour: Pleasantly Surprised
Q: How did you feel reconnecting with Howie?
Cynthia felt a mix of emotions, reflecting on her past and finding unexpectedly deep love and companionship.
The Moth Radio Hour: Pleasantly Surprised
Q: What drew you to the rodeos?
They offered a different perspective on people, challenging preconceived notions about acceptance and respect.
The Moth Podcast: Football!
Q: Did you get more into football after the events of the story?
Tina shared that she finished in the top four of her fantasy football league as a rookie mom, and now football takes center stage in their home, signifying her increased engagement with the sport.

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Content primarily consists of heartfelt and humorous true stories told by individuals from various walks of life. Narratives reflect personal journeys involving themes like acceptance, family dynamics, friendship, aging, cultural identity, and moments of self-discovery. Each episode invites listeners to connect with the storytellers through relatable experiences filled with emotional insights, amusing anecdotes, and profound reflections, often leading to shared laughter and tears. The unique format promotes a sense of community and intimacy, allowing audiences to witness the raw storytelling process live, which sets it apart from most scripted or produced content.

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The Moth launched 18 years ago and published 476 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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Recent guests on The Moth include:

1. Bridget Flaherty
2. Rob Warren
3. Jordie Poncy
4. Mike Sela
5. Eric Scheur
6. Samantha Williams
7. Shannon Garvey
8. Gabe Woods-Lamanuzzi

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