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: Jun 04, 2022

Moth Playlist: Bodily Autonomy

by The Moth

As we wait for a ruling from the Supreme Court over the state of Roe v. Wade – The Moth presents this extended playlist featuring stories about the right to make important decisions about ones health and body. We hope you listen to these stories with an open heart and an open mind. Consider listening to, or sharing, these stories with those around you.

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Jun 04, 2022

Moth Playlist: Staff Favorites - Happy 25th to Us!

by The Moth

First kisses, bad haircuts, space travel, and more. In honor of our Silver Anniversary this week (June 6th!), we thought we'd present you with a playlist of some staff favorites. Do you have a favorite Moth story? We'd love to know what it is! Share it with us at info@themoth.org!

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: May 26, 2022

AAPI 2022

by The Moth Staff

A sneaker designer, a scientist, a refugee, and a student. This week’s playlist honors Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with stories that celebrate some of the myriad experiences, traditions, and cultures of the AAPI community.

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: May 10, 2022

Storytelling School with The Moth: Monthly Storytelling Activity Lesson #49

by The Moth Staff

Lesson #49: Photographic Memories: “The Home Perm: Teenage Rebellion Never Looked so Good!” - Jason Schommer INTRODUCTORY GREETINGS This month’s blog was guest authored by Emily Couch. Emily is the Producer of Special Projects & Radio at The Moth, which means she works behind the scenes supporting the organization’s artistic staff – including the authors of How to Tell a Story, which is in bookstores now! How often have you heard the phrase “a picture is worth...

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: May 01, 2022

The Moth Playlist: Mother Love

by The Moth

Mother's Day 2022 Since children don’t come with instructions, motherhood is an on-the-job- training kind of gig–one that includes all of the epic fails, bursts of joy, love, loss, and lessons. Motherhood is also a personal choice, and should remain one. To all the mothers, grandmothers, aunties, and mama figures out there, we salute you!

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