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: Mar 18, 2021

Featured Playlist - The Moth x 1-800-Flowers

by The Moth x 1-800-Flowers

The past year has been anything but easy. Many of us have been tested in ways we never expected and some days feelings of grief or loss can be overwhelming. The Moth and 1-800-Flowers have come together to offer you a playlist about moving through grief. Listen to these stories to be reminded that even on the darkest days, you are not alone. The Moth would like to thank our friends at 1-800-Flowers for reminding us of the importance of acknowledging grief. Click here to...

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Mar 09, 2021

Storytelling School with The Moth: Storytelling Activity #35

by Moth EDU

Welcome back to Storytelling School with The Moth! The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and we can’t wait for it to finally be spring! It’s been almost a year since our first blog and we appreciate your continued engagement and support as we explore and discuss stories. For this month’s blog, we’re taking a look at a story about seeking acceptance from loved ones.

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Mar 05, 2021

Fierce! Celebrating Women’s History Month

by The Moth Staff

“I am no bird; and no net ensnares me: I am a free human being with an independent will.” Yes, Charlotte Brontë, preach! This week, in honor of Women’s History Month, our playlist celebrates strong confident women taking flight. @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #FiercePlaylist { width: 350px; }

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Feb 26, 2021

Moth Playlist: Fairy Tales Do Come True

by The Moth

Quirky annual holidays aren’t usually our thing, but Friday, February 26th is National Tell a Fairy Tale Day, and that is one that The Moth can get behind.This week’s playlist features stories about dancing monkeys, haunted forests, mysterious gardens, a magical grandmother, and a prince… @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #FairyTalesPlaylist { width: 350px; }

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Feb 14, 2021

Moth Playlist: Valentine's Day

by The Moth

Love is an all year around kind of thing, of course, but why not get a little extra dose of it when you can? With that in mind, we present this week’s playlist, full of love of all kinds. Think of it as a big audio hug. @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #ValentinesDayPlaylist { width: 350px; }

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