The Moth Radio Hour: Autonomy

Lo and behold! Stories of shocks and surprises—both good and bad. A birthday gift with unintended consequences, family secrets, and support from an unlikely fanbase. This episode is hosted by Moth Director Michelle Jalowski. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Jessie shows her family photos from her recent travels...and more.  Cat Powell-Hoffman learns about her biological family. Musician Paul Chin works tirelessly on an EP. Kelli Dunham doesn't like accepting help from others.  Podcast # 891

On this episode, we feature two stories all about the hectic, maddening, hair-pulling side of raising kids. Plus, we feature some very special guests reading the credits. This episode was hosted by Kate Tellers. Storytellers: Mary Lea Carroll tries to figure out how her mom raised so many children without absolutely losing it. PT Smith learns the true meaning of fatherhood. Special thanks to Fritz & Olai (9), Nilah (8), Iris & Harvey (6), Zelda (4) and Esi (9 months).

In this hour, stories of fear -- facing it, outgrowing it, and learning from it. From shadowy childhood demons, to the anxieties of parenthood, and life or death choices in the face of discrimination. This hour is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Zaena Tessema's mother invokes a mysterious figure to control her children. Diane Kastiel gets unexpected and unwanted news. Bruce Lee teaches Tito Chavez-Nguyen how to find his way in a new school. Patricia Aro is scared that her children will ask her about death. Chelsea Shorte is pulled over for the first time while masculine presenting. Rufus May fears his own experience with mental health issues will keep him from being a clinical psychologist. Podcast # 680

On this episode, to celebrate our inaugural Kansas City StorySLAMs, we're featuring two stories from KC.  If hearing the energy of the crowd (take it from everyone who was there, the show was super fun!) has got you hankering to attend a Kansas City StorySLAM, just go to themoth.org/kansascity for tickets and dates. And if you want to attend a StorySLAM in your area, just go to themoth.org/events and hit StorySLAMs in the dropdown menu. This episode was hosted by Chloe Salmon. Storytellers: Glenn North learns a hard lesson involving a dirtbike. Sue Marie Moreno helps found a nurturing community

In this hour, stories of the past echoing into our present. A history lost to slavery, modern life clashing with religion, going from a party lifestyle to a corporate gig, and using memories of an injury to help others. This hour is hosted by Moth Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: After a trip to Senegal's Door of No Return, Hannah Drake tries to piece together a family history obliterated by slavery.   Craig Mangum explores his relationship to Mormonism and its sacred garments.  Luanne Sims has to grow up fast when she gets her first real job. Dan Ariely is called upon to help a fellow burn survivor.  Podcast # 666