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Fresh Starts

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In this hour, stories from The Moth’s Education Program about starting fresh. New jobs, new schools, and new perspectives.

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Aravah Chaiken learns a lesson about math and life.

Edie Wadman comes up with a get-rich-quick scheme — babysitting.

Max Chwatko finds comfort during grief.

Hope Guzzle prioritizes grades over her health.

Andrew McGill finds a new passion, thanks to a 6:45am class.

Podcast # 998

Hosted by

Peter Aguero

The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.

Edie Wadman

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Edie and her friends on their trip to Vienna

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