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The Moth Radio Hour

Pleasantly Surprised

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This week The Moth Radio Hour is proud to present to you stories full of pleasant surprises. From unexpected friends, to the Civil Rights Movement, and a love story over 60 years in the making.

Storytellers

Rudy Rush, a comedian from Harlem, cannot buck his love for the rodeo.

White southerner Bob Zellner reflects on being an ally during the Civil Rights Movement.

After 62 years apart, Cynthia Riggs reconnects with a man from her past.

Hosted by

Moth Senior Curatorial Producer, Suzanne Rust

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

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