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On Tuesdays and Fridays The Moth’s podcast feed presents episodes of the Peabody-Award Winning Moth Radio Hour and original episodes of The Moth Podcast. Since its launch in 1997, The Moth has presented thousands of true stories, told live and without notes, to standing-room-only crowds worldwide. M...
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You Gotta Get Bigger Dreams
Alan Cumming
Mentioned 5 months ago
What's YOUR Story: The Moth Podcast
A Long Way Gone
Ishmael Beah
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The Wisdom of Elders: The Moth Radio Hour
Radiance of Tomorrow
Ishmael Beah
Mentioned 6 months ago
The Wisdom of Elders: The Moth Radio Hour
Little Family
Ishmael Beah
Mentioned 6 months ago
The Wisdom of Elders: The Moth Radio Hour
How to Tell a Story
Catherine Burns
Mentioned 6 months ago
The Moth Podcast: Apples and Bananas
Moby Dick (Chartwell Classics)
Herman Melville
Mentioned 6 months ago
Starting Over: The Moth Radio Hour
Questions for Terrible People
Wes Hazard
Mentioned 6 months ago
TV Dreams: The Moth Podcast
Hide and Seek
Luna Taina
Mentioned 6 months ago
Growing Pains: The Moth Radio Hour
The Goodness Within
Mark A. Redmond
Mentioned 6 months ago
Holiday Special 2014: Monkeys, Megachurches, and First Elves: The Moth Radio Hour
The Fifth Lantern
Gary Botkin
Mentioned 7 months ago
Snowed In: The Moth Podcast
Loser Goes First
Dan Kennedy
Mentioned 7 months ago
Crowd Control: The Moth Podcast
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The Moth
Jennifer Hickson's story, "Where There's Smoke," was included in this book, which features 50 true stories from The Moth. The book was mentioned as part of Jennifer Hickson's accomplishments.
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Jennifer's story, Where There's Smoke, has been featured on The Moth Radio Hour, This American Life, and was a part of The Moth's first book, The Moth
— Episode: 25 Years of Stories: One Plus One Plus O...
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Jennifer Hickson's story, "Where There's Smoke," was included in this book, which features 50 true stories from The Moth. The book was mentioned as part of Jennifer Hickson's accomplishments.
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Jennifer's story, Where There's Smoke, has been featured on The Moth Radio Hour, This American Life, and was a part of The Moth's first book, The Moth, 50 True Stories.
The Ultimate Baltimore Ravens Trivia Book
A Collection of Amazing Trivia Quizzes and Fun Facts for Die-Hard Ravens Fans!
This book was recognized as one of the best books of 2009 by several major publications.
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Ravens was chosen as one of the best books of 2009 by the Los Angeles Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Daily Mail of London, and many other publications.
— Episode: 25 Years of Stories: A Look Back at 2001
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Episode: 25 Years of Stories: A Look Back at 2001
This book was recognized as one of the best books of 2009 by several major publications.
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Ravens was chosen as one of the best books of 2009 by the Los Angeles Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Daily Mail of London, and many other publications.
Cooking with the Firehouse Chef
Keith Young was the author of this cookbook.
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In addition to being a New York City firefighter, Keith was a father, author of the cookbook Cooking with the Firehouse Chef, and a two-time winner of the Food Network show Chopped.
— Episode: 25 Years of Stories: A Look Back at 2001
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Keith Young was the author of this cookbook.
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In addition to being a New York City firefighter, Keith was a father, author of the cookbook Cooking with the Firehouse Chef, and a two-time winner of the Food Network show Chopped.
The Clancys of Queens
A Memoir
Tara Clancy's memoir was mentioned at the end of the episode's storytelling segments.
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Her memoir is titled The Clancies of Queens.
— Episode: The Moth Radio Hour: Live from Jackson
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Episode: The Moth Radio Hour: Live from Jackson
Tara Clancy's memoir was mentioned at the end of the episode's storytelling segments.
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Her memoir is titled The Clancies of Queens.
Cheech Is Not My Real Name
...But Don't Call Me Chong
The speaker, Cheech Marin, mentioned that he wrote this memoir about his life. He discussed how telling stories for The Moth was frightening compared to performing stand-up or writing the book.
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He's directed Broadway shows, been honored by the Smithsonian, written children's books and a memoir called Cheech Is Not My Real Name But Don't Call Me Chong.
— Episode: The Moth Radio Hour: Culture Clash
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Episode: The Moth Radio Hour: Culture Clash
The speaker, Cheech Marin, mentioned that he wrote this memoir about his life. He discussed how telling stories for The Moth was frightening compared to performing stand-up or writing the book.
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He's directed Broadway shows, been honored by the Smithsonian, written children's books and a memoir called Cheech Is Not My Real Name But Don't Call Me Chong.
How does telling a story at The Moth differ from the other ways you talk about your life? More frightening.
How to Tell a Story
The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth
The podcast heavily promoted this book as a resource for listeners wanting to learn more about storytelling. It was later confirmed that Kate Tellers is a co-author of this book, which is The Moth's latest.
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If you want to learn more about storytelling, pick up our book "How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth."
— Episode: 25 Years of Stories: Funny Ha Ha
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Episode: 25 Years of Stories: Funny Ha Ha
The podcast heavily promoted this book as a resource for listeners wanting to learn more about storytelling. It was later confirmed that Kate Tellers is a co-author of this book, which is The Moth's latest.
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If you want to learn more about storytelling, pick up our book "How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth."
check out our latest book How to Tell a Story available wherever you get your books.
Kate Tellers is a storyteller, host, senior director at the Moth, and co-author of their fourth book How to Tell a Story.
if loving the WORD is wrong, i don't want to be right.
Sermon Journal
The speaker mentioned that she was crazy about this song by American musician Millie Jackson when she was a teenager in 1977, even though she was a well-brought-up Catholic girl.
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And I was crazy about an American musician and her name was Millie Jackson. I don't know if any of you know Millie Jackson, but she's the one who sang, If Loving You is Wrong, I Don't Want to Be Right...
— Episode: The Moth Radio Hour: Young Adults
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Episode: The Moth Radio Hour: Young Adults
The speaker mentioned that she was crazy about this song by American musician Millie Jackson when she was a teenager in 1977, even though she was a well-brought-up Catholic girl.
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And I was crazy about an American musician and her name was Millie Jackson. I don't know if any of you know Millie Jackson, but she's the one who sang, If Loving You is Wrong, I Don't Want to Be Right.
The Old Man and the Pool
During a retrospective episode, the podcast briefly highlighted Mike Birbiglia's new work, The Old Man and the Pool. The mention served as an announcement that the frequent Moth contributor was launching his new Broadway production, with previews scheduled to begin that October.
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Episode: 25 Years of Stories: Funny Ha Ha
Mike Birbiglia's new Broadway show was mentioned, with previews scheduled to begin on October 25th.
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You can also see his new Broadway show Old Man and the Pool. Previews begin October 25th
The Moth Presents All These Wonders
True Stories About Facing the Unknown
During a discussion about featured storytellers, the podcast mentioned The Moth Presents All These Wonders: True Stories About Facing the Unknown. The book was highlighted because it included Kate Tellers’ popular story, "but also bring cheese," cementing the book's status as a collection of notable Moth performances.
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Episode: 25 Years of Stories: Funny Ha Ha
Kate Tellers' story, titled 'but also bring cheese,' was featured in this book from The Moth.
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Her story, but also bring cheese, is featured in the Moth's All These Wonders, True Stories About Facing the Unknown,
The Enchantress of Florence
A Novel
The novel was mentioned by Jon Goode during a special episode celebrating the works of author Salman Rushdie. It was listed simply as one of Rushdie’s published novels, appearing in a catalog alongside other major works such as Midnight's Children and The Satanic Verses. The mention served to acknowledge the breadth of the author's extensive bibliography.
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Episode: 25 Years of Stories: A Love Note to Salman Rushdie
This novel was mentioned as one of Salman Rushdie's published works.
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Salman is the author of 10 novels, including Midnight's Children, The Satanic Verses and The Enchantress of Florence.
Languages of Truth
Essays 2003-2020
In the episode, the host identified the title as Salman Rushdi's most recent collection of essays, spanning 2003 to 2020. The mention was brief and factual, without a specific endorsement or critique. The overall tone was neutral, simply noting the book's release.
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Episode: 25 Years of Stories: A Love Note to Salman Rushdie
This essay collection was noted as Salman Rushdie's most recent work.
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His most recent work is the essay collection Languages of Truth, Essays 2003 to 2020.
Electricians Guide To Conduit Bending 3RD Edition
This is a collection of poetry and short stories by the host, John Good, which is available wherever books are sold.
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He has written a collection of poetry and short stories entitled Conduit and a novel entitled Midas, both available wherever you get your books.
— Episode: 25 Years of Stories: A Love Note to Salm...
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Episode: 25 Years of Stories: A Love Note to Salman Rushdie
This is a collection of poetry and short stories by the host, John Good, which is available wherever books are sold.
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He has written a collection of poetry and short stories entitled Conduit and a novel entitled Midas, both available wherever you get your books.
The Midas Touch
A Balanced Approach to Biblical Prosperity
This novel by the host, John Good, was mentioned as being available wherever books are sold.
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He has written a collection of poetry and short stories entitled Conduit and a novel entitled Midas, both available wherever you get your books.
— Episode: 25 Years of Stories: A Love Note to Salm...
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Episode: 25 Years of Stories: A Love Note to Salman Rushdie
This novel by the host, John Good, was mentioned as being available wherever books are sold.
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He has written a collection of poetry and short stories entitled Conduit and a novel entitled Midas, both available wherever you get your books.
Love Heals
A Biblical Plan to Restore Our Emotions, Memories, Souls, and Bodies
The book, Love Heals, was briefly mentioned on the podcast by host Meg Bowles. The title was used strictly to highlight the extensive background of Becca Stevens, who was introduced as the author, priest, and founder of Thistle Farms. No details regarding the content or themes of the book were discussed.
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Episode: The Moth Radio Hour: You Say Goodbye
Becca Stevens was mentioned as the author of this book, which she wrote in addition to being a priest and the founder and president of Thistle Farms.
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Becca Stevens is the author of the book Love Heals.
Labor Day
A Novel
In the episode, the hosts noted that the title had been adapted into a film, highlighting its cultural reach. The brief mention suggested it was of interest but not deeply reviewed.
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kaddish.com
A novel
The host noted that the novel was Nathan Englander's most recent published work, mentioning it as his latest title without further commentary.
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Episode: The Moth Radio Hour: Live from New York City
This novel was Nathan Englander's most recent published work mentioned by the host.
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Nathan Englander is the author of five books, most recently the novel kaddish.com.
Count the Ways
A Novel
The episode highlighted the book as a recent novel that examines a mother’s obsession with protecting her children from pain, noting its recent Grand Prix Littraire win in France and its new paperback release. Host Jodi Powell suggested it to listeners who enjoyed the episode’s story. The discussion presented it as a noteworthy, award‑winning work.
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Episode: 25 Years of Stories: Love and Art
This novel, which explores a mother obsessed with sparing her children pain, was recently awarded the Grand Prix Littraire in France for the best novel of the year published by an American writer and was noted to be available in paperback.
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Her most recent novel, Count the Ways, is out in paperback now.
If you enjoy Joyce's story this episode, Count the Ways also explores a mother who's obsessed with sparing her children pain.
Shri Guru Granth Sahib, Vol. 1 of 4
Formatted For Educational Interest (Forgotten Books)
In the episode, the hosts noted that the Sikh holy book was read during Harjas Singh's turban-tying ceremony, emphasizing its role as an alternative to the Torah in marking his transition to adulthood. The mention was purely descriptive and did not include a recommendation.
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Episode: The Moth Radio Hour: Facing Off and Facing Up
The Sikh holy book was read from during Harjas Singh's turban-tying ceremony, marking his transition from boy to man.
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Instead of reading from the Torah, we read from the Sikh holy book, the Guru Granth Sahib.
How to Tell a Story
The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth
The book was brought up when the episode highlighted the Moth’s executive producer, who co‑authored the best‑selling guide to memorable storytelling, noting that it was available wherever books are sold. The hosts did not discuss its content, simply pointing listeners toward it as a resource. Overall, the mention was casual.
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Episode: 25 Years of Stories: Seven Deadly Sins
This book, co-authored by Sarah Austin Jenness, was mentioned as being available wherever books are sold.
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Sarah austin joness is a director the moth's executive producer and a co-author of the best-selling How to Tell a Story the essential guide to memorable storytelling from the moth which is available now wherever you get your books
Note: The book recommendations on this page are discovered automatically from podcast transcripts, and may be incorrect or incomplete.