What are your interests?
Select categories to help us recommend content for you.
Let's Go!
Close queue History
Play full episodes to fill your queue.
Fathom beta logo
   
The Moth

The Moth

431 Episodes • By The Moth • themoth.org/
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 ...more
Performing Arts Arts
The Moth
The Moth
@themoth
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: How You See Me
In this hour, stories of how we see ourselves, the p... more
Apr 23 2024 53m
Surprise Job Offer From SNL
Chapter 1 16 mins
Border Patrol Encounter and Identity Reflection
Chapter 2 7 mins
Identity and Diversity in Elementary School
Chapter 3 15 mins
Discovering Self-Worth Through Photography
Chapter 4 5 mins
Navigating Failure in Comedy and Life
Chapter 5 6 mins
Transformation Through Storytelling
Chapter 6 1 min
Moth Radio Hour Production Credits
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: Sink or Swim
In this hour, stories of diving in—whether we want t... more
Apr 16 2024 53m
Unexpected Connection With David Lee Roth
Chapter 1 17 mins
Facing Challenges as a New Doctor
Chapter 2 10 mins
Love, Marriage, and Regrets
Chapter 3 6 mins
Love Endures Through Misunderstandings
Chapter 4 19 mins
Surviving a Glacier Fall in Alaska
Chapter 5 2 mins
Community Support at the Moth
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Podcast: River City
On this episode, two stories from the Louisville Sto... more
Apr 12 2024 19m
Weekend With Grandparents and Shooting Lessons
Chapter 1 10 mins
Magic Moments in Louisville Storytelling
Chapter 2 8 mins
Cave Exploration Adventures in Kentucky
Chapter 3 34 sec
All-in-One Business Software
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: Changes of Heart
In this hour, stories of shifting perspectives, new ... more
Apr 9 2024 53m
Racist Encounter Waiting for the Bus
Chapter 1 14 mins
Unexpected Grandmotherhood
Chapter 2 18 mins
The Power of Love and Family
Chapter 3 10 mins
Powerful Stories of Change
Chapter 4 7 mins
A Fight for Innocence and Redemption
Chapter 5 50 sec
Meet the Moth Radio Hour Team
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: Object of Desire
In this hour, stories of the things we hold dear—kit... more
Apr 2 2024 53m
Blind Date at Baseball Game
Chapter 1 9 mins
The Power of Personal Objects
Chapter 2 15 mins
Unexpected Romance From a Toaster
Chapter 3 16 mins
Childhood Bravery in Love
Chapter 4 10 mins
Childhood Memories
Chapter 5 1 min
Moth Radio Hour Production Credits
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Podcast: Take Me Out To The Ballgame
The crack of the bat! The smell of hot dogs! The tow... more
Mar 29 2024 34m
Baseball Podcast Fosters Human Connections
Chapter 1 8 mins
Baseball Stories
Chapter 2 14 mins
Father-Son Bond Through Baseball
Chapter 3 10 mins
Cross-Country Baseball Journey With Mom
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: Heroes, Icons and Superstars
In this hour, stories of meeting one's idols. A sign... more
Mar 26 2024 53m
Inspiration From Ruby Bridges
Chapter 1 11 mins
Inspiring Stories From Hero's Heart
Chapter 2 6 mins
Songwriting Journey With Willie Nelson
Chapter 3 6 mins
Meeting Willie Nelson
Chapter 4 16 mins
Meeting Idols and Fairy Friends
Chapter 5 11 mins
Christian McBride's Encounter With Freddie Hubbard
Chapter 6 1 min
Moth Radio Hour Pitch Information
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: A Point of Beauty
In this hour, stories of finding hope, grace, and li... more
Mar 19 2024 53m
Unexpected Beauty in Dark Experiences
Chapter 1 17 mins
Saving a Bookshop in Karachi
Chapter 2 10 mins
Finding Beauty in Unexpected Places
Chapter 3 14 mins
Life on Death Row
Chapter 4 10 mins
Journey of Healing and Homecoming
Chapter 5 2 mins
A Point of Beauty Book Anthology
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Podcast: Opening the Page
On this episode, a story from our new book, A Point ... more
Mar 15 2024 21m
Celebrate Moth Podcast New Book
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: Truth and Power - Global Stories of Women
In this hour, stories of female strength and empower... more
Mar 12 2024 53m
Son Recognizes Mother's Powerlessness
Chapter 1 17 mins
Women Claiming Power
Chapter 2 8 mins
Stories of Women and Identity
Chapter 3 6 mins
Rediscovering Love in a Hoarder's Home
Chapter 4 15 mins
Struggles in Publishing Industry
Chapter 5 4 mins
The Power of Childbirth
Chapter 6 1 min
Moth Radio Hour Credits and Information
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: Sitting with Spirit
When the going gets tough, the tough get going! In t... more
Mar 5 2024 53m
Devastating Phone Call Changes Everything
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Podcast: Melbourne and Cal Wilson
On this episode, two stories from Melbourne, and we’... more
Mar 1 2024 21m
Moth Story Slam in Melbourne
Chapter 1 10 mins
The Moth Story Slam in Melbourne
Chapter 2 5 mins
Overcoming Fear of Swimming as Adult
Chapter 3 2 mins
Remembering Comedian Cal Wilson
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: Stuck!
In this hour, stories of being stuck. Stranded in La... more
Feb 27 2024 53m
John's Near-Death Experience and Recovery
Chapter 1 19 mins
Moth Radio Hour
Chapter 2 9 mins
Unexpected Turn of Events in Vegas
Chapter 3 8 mins
Cat-Sitting Drama With a Happy Ending
Chapter 4 8 mins
Navigating Childhood Without My Father
Chapter 5 7 mins
Discovery of Father's Witness Report
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: Best Laid Plans
To err is human—and in this hour, we explore humanit... more
Feb 20 2024 53m
Heart-to-Heart Brotherly Conversation
Chapter 1 9 mins
'Mistakes and Life Lessons
Chapter 2 7 mins
Family Dinner Blunder in Hong Kong
Chapter 3 10 mins
Sibling Bond Through Childhood Mishaps
Chapter 4 5 mins
First Flying Experience Away From Home
Chapter 5 16 mins
Moth Radio Hour
Chapter 6 4 mins
Contingency and the Dirty Harry Gun
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Podcast: Hair Ties
On this episode, we share two stories all about how ... more
Feb 16 2024 18m
Unexpected Encounter at Salon Shine
Chapter 1 8 mins
Hair Mishap Leads to Unexpected Help
Chapter 2 8 mins
Hair, Connection, and Brave Choices
Chapter 3 1 min
Moth Podcast Introduction and Sponsorship Information
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: Reconciling the Past
In this hour, stories of looking backward to forge a... more
Feb 13 2024 53m
Encounter With a Released Migrant
Chapter 1 5 mins
Famous Writer, Murder, and Ripple Effects
Chapter 2 14 mins
Uncovering Klan Violence
Chapter 3 19 mins
Fatherless Daughters and Daughterless Fathers
Chapter 4 15 mins
From Trauma to Triumph
Chapter 5 59 sec
The Moth Radio Hour Production Credits
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: Hidden Beauty
In this hour, stories of beauty—internal, skin-deep,... more
Feb 6 2024 53m
Memories of Tara and Serenity
Chapter 1 14 mins
Hidden Beauty
Chapter 2 10 mins
The Power of Stories in Savannah
Chapter 3 14 mins
Emerging Beauty and Finding Self-Acceptance
Chapter 4 13 mins
Surviving Plane Crash in Jungle
Chapter 5 2 mins
Celebrating Beauty in Stories
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Big Easy: Emilie Bahr and Emily Richmond
On this episode, we share two stories from one of th... more
Feb 2 2024 14m
New Orleans Story Slam
Chapter 1 14 mins
Elevating Toast With Dave's Killer Bread
Chapter 2 35 sec
Discovering Odoo
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: Live from Dayton
A special live edition of The Moth, brought to you f... more
Jan 30 2024 53m
Dark Vader Encounter at the Mall
Chapter 1 16 mins
Navigating a Unique Marriage Arrangement
Chapter 2 10 mins
Quince Sweaters and Childhood Memories
Chapter 3 3 mins
Struggling to Pay Off Hospital Bills
Chapter 4 7 mins
Farm Crisis and Community Support
Chapter 5 12 mins
Racial Identity Journey With Personal Growth
Chapter 6 3 mins
Anthony Brinkley
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: Unexpected Community
In this hour, stories of finding your people—on the ... more
Jan 23 2024 53m
The Power of Hope and Celebration
Chapter 1 10 mins
Basketball Community and Unexpected Connections
Chapter 2 18 mins
The Impact of Margaret in Montreal
Chapter 3 8 mins
The Unexpected Birthday Celebration
Chapter 4 17 mins
The Journey of a Mural
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
Not AI Processed
Previews and search are not yet available for this episode.

Autoplay will start you at the beginning of the episode.
stars icon No captions Available
Slamming into the New Year: Liza Cooper and Jim Winship
On this episode, we share two stories, one meta, and... more
Jan 19 2024 19m
Chapter 1 10 mins
Support for Dave's Killer Bread
Chapter 2 8 mins
Moth StorySlams and Johnny Cash
Chapter 3 1 min
Moth Podcast - Support and Sponsors
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: Out of Step, Out of Place
In this episode, stories of outsiders, being at odds... more
Jan 16 2024 53m
Rediscovering the Power of Old Music
Chapter 1 11 mins
Finding Acceptance Through Music and Diagnosis
Chapter 2 6 mins
Discovering the Power of Neurodiversity
Chapter 3 6 mins
The Power of Neurodiversity in Society
Chapter 4 15 mins
Standing Up Against Prejudice and Injustice
Chapter 5 10 mins
Father-Son Hunting Mishap
Chapter 6 1 min
Pitch Your Story to the Moth
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
The Moth Radio Hour: Live from London
This week, a special episode of The Moth, live from ... more
Jan 9 2024 53m
Nick Oly
Chapter 1 14 mins
Celebrating 25 Years With the Moth
Chapter 2 20 mins
Radio, Sex, and Military Stories
Chapter 3 17 mins
Newly Married Man's Adoption Journey
Chapter 4 1 min
Moth Radio Hour Highlights and Credits
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
Not AI Processed
Previews and search are not yet available for this episode.

Autoplay will start you at the beginning of the episode.
stars icon No captions Available
Moth Mainstage Tour Announcement!
If you enjoy the stories you hear on The Moth Podcas... more
Jan 6 2024 3m
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full
mute button
Black Medicine: Ray Christian
On this episode, we’re turning the episode over to R... more
Jan 5 2024 34m
Black People's Trust in Medicine
Chapter 1 8 mins
Black Medicine
Chapter 2 15 mins
Mistrust of Medicine in Black Communities
Chapter 3 9 mins
The Doctor's Office and Medical Trust
Like
Clip
Share
Transcript
More
Play Full