Dispatches from the Moth

Explore interviews, storytelling tips, playlists and other Mothy fun curated by our staff and community.

Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Sep 14, 2022

Storytelling School with The Moth: Monthly Lesson #52: TENSION

by The Moth Staff

Storytelling School with The Moth: Monthly Lesson #52: TENSION “RUNNIN’ THE STREETS” - Aisha Rodriguez It’s back to school season and Storytelling School with The Moth will help you start the school year off with stories in mind! This month’s story is about protection and safety. We first met Aisha at an 8-week Education residency with her high school, The Beacon School, in New York City. The Moth’s Education program partners with schools in the NYC area to provide the space and...

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Sep 13, 2022

The Moth Playlist: Honoring Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month

by The Moth

At The Moth, we know that stories are the best way to get to know one another, celebrate our differences, and find common ground. We are celebrating Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month in classic Moth-style--with a playlist that reflects some of the diverse experiences of tellers from the Latin American diaspora.

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Aug 24, 2022

The Moth Playlist: Women Getting it Done

by The Moth

The world can be a rough place for women, and we were recently reminded of that in the harshest terms, as a woman's right to her own bodily autonomy has been challenged. In advance of Women's Equality Day happening on August 26th, we decided to create a playlist that celebrates the strength, perseverance and conviction of women. We will never go down without a fight.

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Aug 22, 2022

Moth Playlist: Family Friendly Stories

by The Moth Staff

The Moth has created a family-friendly playlist that you can listen to while cooking, hosting dinner or on the way to pick up a loved one from the airport. It's a great way to introduce someone to the beauty of true storytelling. @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #FamilyFriendlyPlaylist { width: 350px; }

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