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On Tuesday's and Friday’s 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 ...
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If you like The Moth, This American Life or Snap Judgment, take a walk on the wilder side with RISK! Your colorful host Kevin Allison (of the legendary comedy group The State) helms this surprisingly uncensored show where people tell jaw-dropping true stories they never thought they'd dare to share in public. RISK! is hilarious, heart-wrenching and remarkably real. Think you've heard it all? Fasten your seatbelt.
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Grown is a podcast about the in-between: the nebulous, the liminal, the just plain weird time between those awkward teenage years and full-on adulthood. Grown is co-hosted by Aleeza Kazmi and Alfonso “Fonzo” Lacayo, two Moth storytellers and graduates of The Moth’s Education program who are on the cusp of adulthood themselves. Together, they guide listeners through true stories that deal with the challenges and joys of growing up. Using their unique points of view, Aleeza and Fonzo will disc ...
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Bawdy Storytelling – dubbed 'The Moth for pervs' by the LA Weekly – is the nation’s original sex and storytelling series. Founded, emcee’ed and curated by sexual folklorist Dixie De La Tour, Bawdy Storytelling features real people and rockstars sharing their bona fide sexual exploits. Bawdy Storytelling’s one-of-a-kind approach to sex-positive personal narrative has coaxed liberating tales out of everyday people, creating unforgettable experiences for performers and audiences alike. These st ...
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Ear Hustle

Ear Hustle & Radiotopia

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Ear Hustle is prison slang for eavesdropping, and that’s what listening to the show feels like: a raw, often funny, and always surprising peek into the reality of life inside prison. Hosts Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woods co-created the show that launched in 2017 while Earlonne was incarcerated at San Quentin State Prison, where Nigel was a volunteer teaching photography. Since Earlonne’s release in 2018, the show has expanded to include stories from prisons across the state, including the Cali ...
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Every house is haunted. In each episode of Family Ghosts, we investigate the true story behind a mysterious figure whose legend has followed a family for generations. Grandmothers who were secretly jewel smugglers, uncles who led double lives, siblings who vanished without a trace, and other ghostly characters who cast shadows over our lives in ways that might not be immediately obvious. We are all formed in part by our familial collections of secrets, intrigues, and myths. By engaging with ...
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A 14-episode series of science-fiction short stories, tinged with horror and, I’m not going to lie, sentimentality. Moth travels everywhere and everywhen in search of (often deadly) Discrepancies, and tries to make sense of the Briefs she gets from Collection. She also pines a bit for her colleague Cicada. Episodes are standalone but linked, and details add up. NOTE THAT THE MOTH COLLECTION IS NOW COMPLETE.
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Homemade is short stories and commentary for writer/storyteller, Shannon Cason. Shannon has appeared on countless podcasts and storytelling stages, including Snap Judgment, The Moth, TEDx, and RISK! Shannon Cason's Homemade lays out his life for the listener, blessings and blemishes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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702 partnered with The Moth to present unique story podcasts around issues of personal identity and experiences with HIV/ AIDS. Some stories are from The Moth archives while most in this series will be sourced from “Beneath the Armour: A Moth Storytelling Showcase” - a live event exploring broad themes of personal identity and personal experience with HIV/AIDS.
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Sorry Please Continue

Sorry Please Continue

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Described as cross between The Moth Radio Hour and Mystery Science Theater 3000, Sorry, Please Continue features some amazing stories told by anyone who wants to participate mixed with commentary from Kenny Kinds, Jeremy Hellwig, Amy Milton, and some hilarious guests.
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For those who thrill when a chill creeps down their spine, we have the show for you … Penny Dreadfuls from the Moth Sanctuary is a podcast series of short horror stories by Moth Sanctuary Productions. Each episode tells a new story that peeks behind the veil of the macabre and supernatural. But remember, if you go searching where the dark things are, be prepared for when the dark things find you!
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The Moth People Podcast

The Moth People Podcast

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The Moth People Podcast is three friends talking about stuff including, but not limited to, sports, pop-culture, memes, nerd stuff, conspiracy theories, philosophy, quantum thermodynamics and, of course, the resiliency of the cassowary. Really, we talk about anything that captures our short attention span, while also attempting to slander at least one person per episode. We’ve even slandered an entire country whose name rhymes with Tetherlands. There's a moth and light metaphor somewhere in ...
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What creative work are you called to do but are too afraid to try? No Time to be Timid is a podcast for people looking to awaken boldness and creativity in their lives. A former corporate executive turned artist and storyteller, host Tricia Rose Burt talks to guests who’ve taken unexpected leaps to answer their creative calls, so they can inspire you to answer yours. Her guests also show us how creativity and courage can change not only ourselves, but also our world, and lead us to do bigger ...
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The Spoke

Outside the March

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The Spoke is Outside the March’s monthly storytelling event. Inspired by The Moth in New York, every month we present true stories told live, based around a given theme.
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Join Mary Harron as she discusses her new film “The Moth Diaries” based on the novel by Rachel Klein. The story follows Rebecca, a young girl haunted by her father's suicide, who is a student at an exclusive female boarding school. She pours her heart out in a diary, much of it focused on Lucy, her beloved roommate. Their relationship changes drastically with the arrival of a mysterious new student, Ernessa. As Lucy abandons her for this new girl, Rebecca becomes consumed with thoughts of je ...
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WALT FM

Sam Dingman

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Sam Dingman is a radio producer, storyteller, and writer. His work has appeared on The Moth Radio Hour, Risk, and WNYC. WALT-FM is a radio station of his own invention, featuring stories, interviews, and audio ephemera from himself and people who blow his mind.
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Jar Jar Binks became one of the most polarizing figures in cinematic history when he made his debut in Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace in 1999. He was even named "the most annoying movie character of all time" by Complex Magazine. After the release, Ahmed Best, the man who played Jar Jar, was hit with the full force of the backlash — and it nearly destroyed him. The Redemption of Jar Jar Binks is a six-part journey through the early internet to understand how one of the first-ever on ...
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You'll be blown away by the sound of tropical birds, chimpanzees - and even elephants! - that I hear from my wooden house at Sunbird Hill, overlooking Kibale Forest, one of Uganda's national parks. Welcome to my world! I've worked in conservation and tourism in East Africa for 15 years, and I've met some extraordinary people along the way. I want you to meet them! Tune in every week to The East Africa Travel Podcast for the dawn chorus, travel advice, chats with award-winning conservationist ...
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Campfire is an interactive storytelling event. Our storytellers work with writers, speaking coaches, facilitation experts and multimedia specialists to create a presentation that brings their story to life. Campfire is like… TED without the data The Moth but interactive A Church sermon without the religion
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Life On Track

@juiceboxsays JB Snyder

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Storyteller & Life Coach JB Snyder (The Moth Portland GrandSlam Winner 2019) invites guests to discuss the songs that have soundtracked their lives. Through the categories of something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue each guests revisits songs associated with turning points and important people in their lives. (Formerly "Isolation Reflections" discussing songs getting people through 2020 lockdown) Follow @lifeontrackpodcast & @juiceboxsays on Instagram
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The Watercooler

The Watercooler

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Inspired by many well-known storytelling events and podcasts held worldwide (The Moth, This American Life), The Watercooler is a platform for people from all walks to tell stories both true and imagined. Storytellers are given a simple brief to share a story inspired by the month’s theme, whether based on real-life experiences or entirely fictional. Recorded live Basement Theatre (Auckland). Want to share your story? Register your interest to speak at a future event by emailing the organiser ...
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Welcome to Stories to Tell, where extraordinary tales emerge. Join us as we dive into the fascinating narratives that unfold in the day-to-day experiences of individuals just like you. In each episode, Mark Ryerson sits down with everyday heroes, adventurers, and dreamers to unearth the gems hidden within their personal stories. From moments that will have you doubled over in laughter to heartwarming anecdotes that resonate deeply, our guests share the highs, the lows, and everything in betw ...
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Unscripted Wash U

Unscripted Wash U

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Unscripted is a nonfiction storytelling group inspired by NPR's story-driven nonprofit "The Moth" based in New York City. All storytellers are members of the Wash U community. Each story is a true, personal narrative.
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The Mystery Box Show

The Mystery Box Show

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Take a bit of The Moth, a bit of TED and throw a lot of sex into the mix and you've got The Mystery Box Show, a storytelling podcast where people tell their true stories all about sex. From the vanilla to the kinky, from hilarious mis-adventures to inspiring sexual revelations, our storytellers bare their souls and deliver their sexy secrets directly into your ears.
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Fluther is a website that provides personal answers to all sorts of questions. Inspired by TED and The Moth, the Conversation Salon is an offline space with the same mission as the site - to connect people through knowledge. In lieu of a name tag, guests fill out an “ask me about” tag specifying their expertise -- then volunteer to lead conversations about their chosen topic.!
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PRX is a leading media company, shaping the future of audio by connecting talented producers with their most engaged, supportive audiences. PRX builds technology and creates cutting-edge content that reaches millions of listeners worldwide. For 15 years, PRX has operated public radio’s largest distribution marketplace, offering thousands of shows including This American Life, The Moth Radio Hour and Reveal. Named one of Fast Company’s "Ten Most Innovative Companies in Media" in both 2015 and ...
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Blue Genes and Boots

Texas A&M Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Genetics and Genomics

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The Texas A&M Genetics Program has a podcast! Blue Genes & Boots is a podcast series where faculty and students talk about the fun science going on right here at Texas A&M University. Graduate students also share insights on how to pursue a PhD and jump-start a career in science. Find Blue Genes & Boots on social media @GeneticsPodcast TAMU Genetics Program Website: https://genetics.tamu.edu/ Blue Genes and Boots YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@geneticspodcast
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Moths to the Flame

Marie Lestrange, Kara Kennedy, & Kimberly Sharp

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Hey Morbid Moths! Welcome to the "Moths to the Flame" Podcast, a show where a couple of curious companions learn and discuss the strange and bizarre. Each month we delve into the obscure, the eerie, and the bizarre. From haunted locations, to mysterious creatures, and everything in between, we uncover the secrets of the unknown. Every will also have "Mini Moth" episodes in which Author Marie Lestrange will discuss her Horror bookish things and Kara will teach us about special effects/spooky ...
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Coming Soon: Season 2. Hardcore Comedy Drama so funny it might make you do a little wee Starring Joseph, Mary, Dave, Dickie, Jackson and Santa Claus and possibly a sexbot plus better biscuits and The Tao of Keanu. Guest Starring Jaz from The Moth, Rosa from Ujima FM and many more.
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In this special episode, we celebrate the 55th anniversary of the moon landing with some of our favorite stories all about space. Hosted by educator, storyteller, and astronaut Leland Melvin, we'll visit NASA training camp, the Hubble telescope, Pluto, and everywhere in between. Host: Leland Melvin Storytellers: Mike Massimino details his high stak…
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In this collaboration with the venerable live-storytelling project The Moth, we share one man’s story about using a medical condition to break the isolation of his life in prison, and Earlonne and Nigel catch up with the storyteller to find out what’s happened in his life since getting out. Plus, an expert’s guide to telling a great Moth story. Thi…
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In episode 13, we go niche! When I moved to Uganda, one of my biggest fears was how I would cope with insects! Here at Sunbird Hill, Nature Monitoring and Rewilding Site, Kibale Forest, Uganda, on the edge of Kibale Forest, we see shiny green beetles with purple wings and swallowtail butterflies that are as big as your hand. Look at my social media…
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This week on the Mega Moth Studios Super Secret Podcast, Danny and Kervin… Wait… That’s right! Joel is out of the studio getting a certain something from an animal grafted to himself, so Danny takes the wheel with Kervin from For Why Games! In the episode they discuss the state of TCG’s and what it takes to stand out in a crowded board game market.…
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After a bit of a break the boys are back with one of the most singularly unscripted, unplanned, done on the fly episodes ever. You love movies, we love movies, so we talk fave films. STAR WARS - Check! MASSIVE AGE GAP CHOICES - Check! EVIL DEAD 2 - Check! (of course). All this plus Download 2024 gossip, Carl rambles on and Rich has underpants issue…
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A Classic RISK! episode – our 100th, actually – that first ran in September of 2012. • Come to Portugal for RISK!'s 15th Anniversary in May 2025: risk-show.com/portugal • Pitch us your story! risk-show.com/submissions • Support RISK! through Patreon at patreon.com/risk or make a one-time donation: paypal.me/riskshow • Get tickets to RISK! live show…
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As I get older, I am learning to adjust. Never giving in, but I do accept the changes. Listen to the latest Shannon Cason's Homemade Stories podcast! Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www…
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In this week's episode, we take a short walk through the village bordering Kibale National Park. It's a lazy Sunday and everyone's in a good mood: drivers wave hellos and boys herd goats. Do all white 'muzungu' women look the same? I giggle with my neighbour as he mistakes me (for a friend I do not resemble in the least). Tune in to hear: Friendly …
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In this hour, tellers who tell the truth and nothing but the truth, even when it's hard. Finding the right words in front of the president, in the face of the patriarchy, during a shocking encounter, and to pass on knowledge. This hour is hosted by Moth Artistic Director, Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison …
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Bruce A. Smith and Jupiter Diego present a couple of the most controversial stories that have ever appeared on RISK! • Come to Portugal for RISK!'s 15th Anniversary in May 2025: risk-show.com/portugal • Pitch us your story! risk-show.com/submissions • Support RISK! through Patreon at patreon.com/risk or make a one-time donation: paypal.me/riskshow …
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When you’re incapable of an emotional connection, can hookups fill the gap? When Nonbinary Polyamorous Storyteller Nurse Comedian Ex-Nun Kelli Dunham loses multiple partners to cancer, she looks for community in a Brooklyn LGBT Grief Support Group, and ends up loafer-deep in anonymous sex among the scrubby pines of Fire Island. Plus, Dixie talks Se…
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If you enjoy the stories you hear on The Moth Podcast then come experience the magic of true stories told live in person at a Moth Mainstage show near you! The Moth Mainstage features five storytellers and a notable host who all share true tales–centered on a common theme—live and without notes! Tickets are on sale now at themoth.org/mainstage Tour…
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My neighbors, the NYTimes bestselling author Sy Montgomery and acclaimed author Howard Mansfield, have been married for 37 years. In that time, they’ve built and sustained a writing life that’s produced about 40 books between them. And even though they’re a unit, they’ve dedicated their lives to separate creative interests. Sy writes on behalf of a…
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Maryann tells Kevin about being bullied in junior high and the day it went too far. • Come to Portugal for RISK!'s 15th Anniversary in May 2025: risk-show.com/portugal • Pitch us your story! risk-show.com/submissions • Support RISK! through Patreon at patreon.com/risk or make a one-time donation: paypal.me/riskshow • Get tickets to RISK! live shows…
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In this hour, stories of time—its possibilities and its limitations. A secret room, a final basketball game, and a countdown to marriage—with no suitor in sight. Hosted by Moth director Jodi Powell. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Otis Gray tries to save his relationship via a gran…
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Akasha Atherton and Gabriela Ponce share stories about recovering from pitfalls in life. • Come to Portugal for RISK!'s 15th Anniversary in May 2025: risk-show.com/portugal • Pitch us your story! risk-show.com/submissions • Support RISK! through Patreon at patreon.com/risk or make a one-time donation: paypal.me/riskshow • Get tickets to RISK! live …
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In this episode, a special collaboration with our friends at Ear Hustle. We invite Ear Hustle's own Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woods to help host the show, play an excerpt of one of their episodes, and then share a Moth story about incarceration. Keep an eye out for the second part of our collaboration, that'll be released July 10th on the Ear Hustle …
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A Classic RISK! episode from our early years! In the forty-second episode of our third season, Reggie Watts, Brent Sullivan and Frankie Fellini share stories about moments loaded with emotion. • Come to Portugal for RISK!'s 15th Anniversary in May 2025: risk-show.com/portugal • Pitch us your story! risk-show.com/submissions • Support RISK! through …
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A special live edition of The Moth -- with five stories from a night showcasing the graduates of Moth High School storytelling workshops. Join us to celebrate student stories of first kisses, culture shock, finding a niche, and baking apple cake. This hour is hosted by Moth Teaching Artist Julian Goldhagen, with additional hosting by Moth Executive…
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In episode 12, we're in Kibale Forest, agog at the sight of chimpanzees. (You'll never guess where they are!) Listen in as 'Papa' Les Lloyd and I compare notes about our unexpected primate visitors. Then, I discuss my recent trip to Kenya and preview some of the upcoming episodes: How many modes of public transport do I take on the long journey bet…
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In this episode, we’ve got two stories of tiny crimes. Nothing horrifying happens, nobody gets hurt… it’s all the rush and mischief of trying to get away with it, without any chance of me (or you!) losing sleep. Host: Chloe Salmon Storytellers: Adriana Eraso learns some lessons about crime and business. Emily Popper sneaks into Colonial Williamsbur…
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