The Moth Radio Hour: Driven
24 January - 53 minsStart your engines! In this hour, stories of being driven -- bound, determined, or literally in the passenger seat of a car. This episode is hosted by Moth Director, Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Hosted by: Jenifer Hixson
Storytellers:
Juliette Holmes experiences segregation first hand as a child in Georgia.
Tracey Crosier interviews for a radio job and gets more than she bargained for.
Jennifer Leahy deals with the death of a patient for the first time.
Omar Qureshi tries to show his cousin a good time when he visits the US.
Series Episodes
The Moth Radio Hour: Bold Moves
In this episode, stories of stepping up, taking charge, and taking chances. Hosted by The Moth’s Senior Curatorial Producer, Suzanne Rust. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Hosted by: Suzanne Rust Storytellers: Aleta Myles goes camping for the first time in a desert in Israel. In a dark place, Sean Wellington finds comfort in dance class. Newly licensed James Fitzgerald's first road trip goes awry. Amber Jo Hatt attempts to take her friends on a big adventure. Despite the potential consequences, Air Force officer Rachel Pomeroy reports an inappropriate incident. 5 year old Mohammed Zeeshan Nayeemuddin has an adventure on his way home from school.
53 mins
21 March Finished
On the Couch with a Good Book: Kashyap Raja and Errol McLendon
We hear stories about how books and reading can foster connection. This episode is hosted by Emily Couch Storytellers: Kashyap Raja finds beauty in reading the Gruffalo to a young child. Errol McLendon receives some heartfelt gifts.
15 mins
17 March Finished
The Moth Radio Hour: Knowing When And How To Fight
In this hour, five stories of picking our battles. The internal and external pressures that guide how we speak up, speak out, or stay silent. Hosted by The Moth's Artistic Director Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Hosted by: Catherine Burns Storytellers: Hillary Boone and her mother scheme to save Vermont from hate. Maria Hodermarska fights for services for her son. Ed Mabaya finds himself in danger while visiting his girlfriend. Brad Lawrence and his sister work their mom's last nerve with their brawling. Angela Lush struggles to speak up.
53 mins
14 March Finished
The Moth Radio Hour: Location, Location, Location
In this hour, stories of the places that leave a lasting impression. A skating rink, a golf course, a restaurant, and a cemetery. 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. Hosted by: Chloe Salmon Storytellers: Jacoby Cochran and his family build a home at Rich City Skate. Holly Thompson and her grandfather share a love of golf. After a turbulent history in online dating, Leah Haydock finds solace in pasta. Marguerite Maria Rivas searches for her daughter's grave.
53 mins
7 March Finished
Looking for Omelanka: Jean-Michele Gregory
We hear a story from someone searching for their family’s history. This episode is hosted by Michelle Jalowski. If you’d like to see photos of Jean-Michele and her grandmother, go to themoth.org/extras Storyteller: Jean-Michele Gregory
18 mins
3 March Finished
The Moth Radio Hour: Love, Serve, and Protect
In this hour, stories of heroes, mentors, and our greatest supporters. A Coast Guard rescue swimmer considers his career, a lawyer learns the meaning of justice, and a songstress pens lyrics for her loved one. Hosted by The Moth's Senior Director, Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Hosted by: Meg Bowles Storytellers: Rob Simpson takes us behind the scenes of life as a Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer. Sheila Calloway searches for fairness and empathy in the justice system. Beth Nielsen Chapman finds magic in the writing of a song.
53 mins
28 February Finished
