The Moth | The Art and Craft of Storytelling

When the heir to the Johnson & Johnson fortune makes a highly acclaimed documentary about being rich, his father's unexpected feedback is what sticks with him.

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12:53

All Prisoners Lie

by Ted Conover

While working as a prison guard in Sing Sing, Conover pays a price for the tough attitude he develops as a survival skill.

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07:56

The Interview

by Abhishek Shah

Abhishek Shah finally lands a job interview after graduation. Having practiced and prepared for any situation, he did not anticipate having to go out to sushi.

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12:24

The Gold Watch

by Josh Axelrad

A professional gambler finds creative ways to keep himself in the game.

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04:47

Coco

by Carlos Kotkin

A father and son visit an animal shelter.

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13:28

Ode to Stepfather

by Ethan Hawke

A young boy grows up with the influence of a tough stepfather figure.

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10:17

Becoming My Mother’s Josephine

by Janice Josephine Carney

A Vietnam veteran battles with her identity.

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14:19

Beneath the Sheets: Klansmen I've Covered

by Jerry Mitchell

When a reporter uncovers unpunished crimes from the Civil Rights Movement, he begins to pursue the suspects and puts himself at great risk.

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12:32

Walking With RJ

by Stephanie Peirolo

A mother navigates the everyday after her son is gravely injured.

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03:10

Walking Together

by Truly Johnson

A high school student takes a risk to make a friend.

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06:41

Aunt Lilly's Teeth

by Boris Timanovsky

Boris finds shielding his wife and new baby from his well-meaning, but often overbearing Russian family is a challenge.

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14:01

The Difficult Truth of Art

by Holly Hughes

In 1990 Holly Hughes was awarded her biggest career success yet: an NEA artist grant. But when the grant was revoked by Congress, Holly ends up in front of the Supreme Court.

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