2020
Inspired by our recent All Together Now Podcast, we want to continue to celebrate joy. Yes, the news cycle continues to be heavy, but it is important to remember there is so much levity and gorgeousness in the Black experience. Ossie Davis captures in words what we hope this playlist provides, "I find, in being black, a thing of beauty: a joy; a strength; a secret cup of gladness." @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #JoyfulNoisePlaylist { width: 350px; }...
Lesson #19: FIRST AND LAST LINES: "Go, Venae, Go!" - Neshaune Lasley Here’s another Storytelling School with The Moth! We are in the midst of a difficult time that can feel hard to process, both for ourselves and for our young people. For this week’s blog, we’re taking a look at a story about support from family. This week’s Storytelling School story is: “Go, Venae, Go!” by Neshaune Lasley You can read the trans...
The country is caught in the tumultuous swirl of both a pandemic and the most intense period of unrest since the 1960s. Yet, in the midst of it all, there are moments of beauty and generosity (and humor) that can come from surprising places and restore our faith and trust. This week’s playlist is dedicated to the kindness of strangers. @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #WhoCanYouTrustPlaylist { width: 350px; }...
The Moth and lululemon are coming together to celebrate Pride. This year, Pride looks different than it has in past years. We have replaced in-person celebrations with phone calls and Zoom parties to protect loved ones and strangers from Covid-19. We have replaced parades with protests to demand social justice that is long overdue. This year we have demonstrated our Pride by raising our voices. To help inspire a sense of community, togetherness and empowerment, we present Proud & Present: Storie...
Lesson #18: SELF-REFLECTION: "Beyond the Call of Duty"- Maxie Jones Here’s another Storytelling School with The Moth! We are in the midst of a difficult time that can feel hard to process, both for ourselves and for our young people. For this week’s blog, we’re taking a look at a story about the impact of our teachers. This week’s Storytelling School story is: “Beyond the Call of Duty” by Maxie Jones You can read the transcript of Maxie’s story here. 1.Talk to each ot...