Dispatches from the Moth

2020

Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Dec 30, 2020

Moth Playlist: Bright, Shiny and New

by The Moth Staff

2020, be gone! Here’s hoping that we all rise like the phoenix from the flames of this dumpster fire year. It’s time for a fresh start—getting over loss, breaking free, attitude adjustments and learning to be true to yourself—this week’s playlist features stories of starting anew. @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #BrightShinyNewPlaylist { width: 350px; }...

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Dec 11, 2020

Moth Playlist: Planetary Alignment

by The Moth Staff

Rare occurrences can be a thing of beauty. On December 21st, Jupiter and Saturn will be so close that they will appear to be a “double planet.” That great conjunction, as the planetary alignment has come to be known, hasn’t occurred in 800 years. This week’s stories are all about those rare occurrences and their earthly impact. Kismet, we salute you! @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #PlanetaryAlignmentPlaylist { width: 350px; }...

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Dec 08, 2020

Storytelling School with The Moth: Storytelling Activity #32

by Moth EDU

Lesson #32: DETAILS: "Pearls, Popped Collars, and a Guyanese American"- Ann Jankie It’s the last 2020 Storytelling School with The Moth! So glad we made it and don’t forget to come see us in 2021. As we all adjust to the new normal, we hope these posts have been something to look forward to and given you a burst of joy and empathy. The Moth’s EDU team is here for you! For this month’s blog, we’re taking a look at a story about letting go of judgment and loving where you’re from. ...

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Nov 28, 2020

Moth Playlist: Seen and Heard

by The Moth Staff

In the spirit of gratitude, we celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Month with some of our favorite voices from the community. @media screen and (max-width: 600px) { #SeenAndHeardPlaylist { width: 350px; }...

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Dispatches from the Moth · Posted On: Nov 25, 2020

The Moth's Social Justice Commitment

by The Moth

Updated Post - 11/25/2020 Dear Moth Community, Since its inception The Moth has been dedicated to not only elevating diverse voices, but to trying to build bridges of understanding across racial and socioeconomic divides through true, personal storytelling. Now, as Black Lives Matter and various social justice movements continue to challenge the moral, cultural, legal and social entitlements that deny racial justice to millions, The Moth holds tighter than ever...

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