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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
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  • Over My Head: The Moth Podcast

    Over My Head: The Moth Podcast
    Jul 10 2026

    This episode originally aired on September 18th, 2019.

    This week, we're talking about stepping out of your comfort zone, those moments where you're really wondering if you're going to sink or swim. Hosted by Dan Kennedy

    Storytellers:

    Diana Thompson finds herself in a Scottish dancing group, at her mother’s insistence.

    Karen Crowley, a former store clerk ends up as the supervisor in a residential program for youth.

    Podcast # 620
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    17 mins
  • Choose Your Own Theme: The Moth Radio Hour

    Choose Your Own Theme: The Moth Radio Hour
    Jul 14 2026

    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 Public Media.

    Storytellers:

    Harold Cox overshares during a work presentation.

    Di Cai takes her last chance at stardom on a reality competition show.

    Mercedes Hesselroth comes face to face with her low self esteem while caring for her grandfather.

    Tim Lopez and his frenemy team up for tennis doubles.

    Akwi Nji returns to Cameroon to bury her father.

    Podcast # 988
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    50 mins
  • Hard Talks: The Moth Podcast

    Hard Talks: The Moth Podcast
    Jul 17 2026

    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 become a guidance counselor.
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    15 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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