In this hour, stories of encounters with the animal kingdom. Songbirds, rogue rams, carnivorous threats—and friends. This episode is hosted by Moth storyteller and host Ray Christian. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Georgia Huff goes for a hike...in grizzly bear country. Randy Horick finds meaning in a bird's song. Michele Woods must prove she's a real Scottish local when her ram, Frowick, escapes. After Fran Kras takes in a stray cat, a mystery unfolds. As a child with a severe stutter, Alan Rabinowitz finds solace in speaking to animals.

In this episode, we’ll be playing an episode all about siblings from the Moth’s very first spinoff podcast, Grown, which has just launched it’s second season! Subscribe to Grown wherever you get your podcasts, or check out its website for more information: www.grownpod.com Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo The Moth would like to thank its listeners and supporters. Stories like these are made possible by community giving. If you’re not already a member, please consider becoming one or making a one-time donation today at themoth.org/giveback

In this hour, stories of things past shaping the here and now; the smell and taste of home, whirlwind romance, and finding comfort and kinship in the most dire of circumstances. This hour is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Talaya Moore, a homeless child, takes solace in her most valued possession - her dolls. Nikesh Shukla finds a frozen moment in time after the death of his mother. Self-professed nerd Andrew Solmssen meets his match. Caitlin FitzGerald discovers her new home has a terrible past.

On this episode of The Moth podcast, we’re reairing a treasured episode from our archives. We thought it would be especially fun for the day after Thanksgiving. And just a reminder -- if you'd like to listen to our 26 year library of Moth stories, check out our story archive at the moth dot org, just click the stories banner. Hosted by: Dan Kennedy Storyteller: Adam Linn The Moth would like to thank its listeners and supporters. Stories like these are made possible by community giving. If you’re not already a member, please consider becoming one or making a one-time donation today at themoth.org/giveback

Stories are medicine for the soul, but in this hour, stories of real medicine. Hospital residencies, doctor visits, and difficult diagnoses. This episode is hosted by Suzanne Rust. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media Storytellers: While in prison, Michael Fischer takes advantage of his medical condition. Leanna House find a unique way to cope with her mastectomy. Oscar Saavedra takes a stab at being a phlebotomist. Cancer patient Gwen Carmen tries to learn how to die. After giving birth, Elizabeth Gray is in denial about her mental health.

On this episode, we explore what we can learn from our fathers. Hosted by Emily Couch, Producer of Special Projects and Radio at the Moth. Storyteller: Masooma Ranalvi learns some important lessons about justice and courage from her father. The Moth would like to thank its listeners and supporters. Stories like these are made possible by community giving. If you’re not already a member, please consider becoming one or making a one-time donation today at themoth.org/giveback

In this hour, four stories of determination, hope and battling for both survival and respect. From bootcamp in Fort Bragg to base camp in Kirkuk, Iraq; from the front lines to the home front. Hosted by The Moth's Senior Director, Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Jill Morgenthaler battles to earn the respect of her fellow soldiers. Dylan Park finds hope in the chaos of war. Franny Civitano anxiously awaits her brother’s return from deployment in Afghanistan. Jerry Neal describes a bird’s eye view of the English Channel on D Day.

On this episode, stories about the power of water. Hosted by Kate Tellers, Senior Director at the Moth. Storytellers: Linda Grosser discovers more about herself on a sailboat. Jon Goode learns that it’s all about standing in the right line.