"The truth just pops out." Ahead of the release of his new film, Tick, Tick…Boom,
@Lin_Manuel
shared how the play Rent changed his life on
#TheMothMainstage
. Watch his story here:
"If a story touches you it will stay with you, haunting the places in your mind that you rarely ever visit.”
― Neil Gaiman (
@neilhimself
), M Is for Magic
#TuesdayThoughts
#GiveawayAlert
! OCCASIONAL MAGIC is finally out today! We’re so excited that we want to give away 2 copies to 1 lucky follower! Like this post and tag a friend to be eligible to win 2 copies of Occasional Magic. We’ll pick the winners by 3/24/19!
"...In times of war it's very hard to tell the good people from the bad people. And if you're gifted with the opportunity to help another human being, you do it."
— Martha Ruiz-Perilla, Moth Storyteller
#WednesdayWisdom
If you were captivated by Amanda Gorman (
@TheAmandaGorman
), the youngest Inaugural Poet in U.S. history today, you're not alone. Together, we climb the hill toward a new day. (1/2)
Full video:
What does it truly mean to be
#Gutsy
? Hillary & Chelsea Clinton search for the answer in their new docuseries.
Our Moth community is the definition of
#Gutsy
. Anyone who has been to a slam, workshop, or listened to The Moth, knows that personal storytelling takes courage.
Thanks to you, we've made it.
@themoth
's third book,
#OccasionalMagic
, will officially debut in the
#12
spot on the New York Times Hardcover Non-Fiction Best Seller list for the week of 4/7/19! Experience what all the buzz is about and order a copy today!
In this week's
#MothPodcast
, The Ravenmaster at the Tower of London, Christopher Skaife, has a tough first day.
Listen to Christopher’s story and more in this week’s special avian hour:
In this story, Padma Lakshmi has an accident on the way home from the hospital that gives her a giant scar on her arm.
This story was originally recorded in NYC on June 23, 2010.
📺 Watch the full story at
Last night in the gorgeous
@UnitedPalaceNYC
, we listened to storytellers reflect on the theme of “WHEN YOU’RE HOME”. Huge thanks to the live audience that joined us and to those who enjoyed the magic at home. Special shout out to our storytellers and partners!
Hi, we're The Moth.
We'd like for you to vote, if you can.
It may be difficult, or confusing, or frustrating, but it's a crucial piece of how we determine what our own story, and that of all our neighbors, will be.
Thank you!
In this week's
#MothRadioHour
,
@BootsRiley
is trying to get home, but runs into problems on a naval base in San Francisco
Listen to this episode featuring three stories about times we come across guns hosted by The Moth's Senior Producer, Meg Bowles here:
Notoriously quiet magician
@MrTeller
remembers his first magic kit on this week's
#MothRadioHour
.
Hear Teller's story, along with stories from
@GaelynnLea
, Daniel Sperling and Carmen Aguirre on this week's episode, "All The World's A Stage":
Thanks to
@tferriss
for including our second book, All These Wonders, on his list of best books and articles for 2019!
"Reading one short (2–5-page) story over tea or coffee in the morning is a nice jumpstart to the day," Tim wrote.
On this week's
#MothRadioHour
, Lutheran minister Nadia Bolz-Weber (
@Sarcasticluther
) visits the Middle East and combats her intense fear of heights.
Listen to Nadia's story and stories from Maris Blechner and Joshua Wolf Shenk (
@joshuawolfshenk
) here:
A pregnant woman discovers her unborn child has no chance of survival and has to navigate the cruel world of abortion laws to choose what’s best for her child.
Watch the full story:
#TheMoth
#Storytelling
Some of you never felt the gut-wrenching mix of excitement and fear that comes from putting your name in The Moth hat, boldly volunteering to speak your truth in the form of a five-minute story in front of a room full of strangers, and it shows.
We are enormously proud to honor Roxane Gay at The 2019 Moth Ball on June 4! Roxane is fierce, brave, and riveting - and we can’t wait to celebrate her! Get your tickets today! Visit
@rgay
Moth storytelling events are the perfect place to break out of your shell. A big thanks to Mikey Heller (
@yoyorobot
) for this illustration—we can't wait to see Big Egg at our next
#MothMainstage
!
Next year, The Moth turns 25 and to honor this milestone we're excited to present our new book, How To Tell A Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth!
📚 Preorder your book now:
#newbook
#TheMoth
#Storytelling
#HowtoTellaStory
On this week's
#MothPodcast
, Rachel Dratch (
@TheRealDratch
) hosts a special live edition of The Moth.
Listen to stories from Ben Lillie and Josh Broder recorded live at the at The Players Club in NYC:
Such kind words from the incredibly talented
@birbigs
! We love and are so proud of you, Mike!
Get your tickets to Mike's MUST SEE one-man show,
@NewOneBway
, here:
(Use promo code "TNOMOTH" for discounted prices. Valid thru 11/21.)
From time to time, there are events in human history that become woven into the tapestry of our collective story. In this time, keep loved ones close, cherish moments of happiness, and remember that we'll get through this together.
Love,
The Moth
#TuesdayThoughts
Stay home if possible, wash your hands often, and keep your soul full. Your immune system needs all the love it can get—the power of stories help open the mind, soothe the heart, and spark joy in times of darkness.
Love,
The Moth
#TuesdayThoughts
The Moth supports the rights and dignity of immigrants and the Muslim community. We've been proud to amplify vital stories that bridge cultural and national borders.
Writer, comedian and Moth show host
@Baratunde
Thurston has just dropped his all new podcast, "How To Citizen," which re-imagines what it takes to wield collective power, and how to act beyond just voting. Check it out here:
"You can go to a gym, you can work out your muscles, so I hear. But, you come to something like this to work out your soul." — host Peter Aguero on Moth Mainstages
#TuesdayThoughts
@Peter_v_Aguero
Watch Amanda, who became the United States of America’s first National Youth Poet Laureate in 2017, share her Moth story about trying to find her big break in auditioning for Broadway. She told her story at our GrandSLAM in Boston that same year, taking home first place. (2/2)
The people have spoken, and we're so, so grateful to win the
#Webby
People's Voice Award for Best Podcast Series. Thanks to everyone who voted and congrats to the winners in all other categories!
@TheWebbyAwards
"It’s not called 'The Butterfly,' it’s called “The Moth,” because moths are a little rough around the edges, as are the stories, on purpose." — Sarah Austin Jenness, our executive producer
#TuesdayThoughts
Are you ready? Next Thursday, June 25, join Moth storytellers Ray Christian, Hannah Drake and Amber J. Phillips at our next virtual
#MothMainstage
. The theme of the night, "We Rise: Stories of Community, Resilience, and Irrepressible Joy." (1/2)
On the latest
#MothPodcast
, scientist Phil Plait (
@BadAstronomer
) finds himself questioning his beliefs while all alone in a dark observatory at night.
Listen to Phil's story and a story from Nelson Lugo (
@NelsonLugo
) on this week's spooky episode:
We're HIRING for some exciting new positions at The Moth! If you're creative, collaborative, and committed to elevating the art of storytelling -- we welcome you to apply!
💻 See more details and APPLY NOW at
#TheMoth
#NonprofitJobs
#Hiring