In this hour, we lean into the moments of rejection, failure, embarrassment, and other stories of the human soul.


Cynthia Shelby Lane sets her sights on a job that’s out of this world.

Lemn Sissay attempts to uncover a hidden past.

Natasha Guynes desperately tries to hide her past from co-workers on The Hill.

Matt Brown confronts his insecurities in an unconventional way

Daniel Turpin deals with the aftermath of a split second decision.

Hosted by

The Moth’s Senior Director, Meg Bowles

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