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The Moth Podcast

Rollerskates and Legacy

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On this episode, we’re featuring two stories from The Moth’s Community Program, both dealing with incarceration.

Storytellers

While in prison, Dolores Canales throws a rollerskating birthday party for her best friend.

Christopher Blackwell reckons with his family’s legacy of violent masculinity, linked to their lifelong Eagles fandom.

Plus, a live conversation between Christopher Blackwell and Peter Aguero.

Hosted by

Jermaine Archer

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