What is Moth Story Slam?
Moth StorySLAMs are open-mic storytelling competitions, held in 28 cities around the world. They are open to anyone with a five-minute story to share on the night's theme.
Does The Moth still exist?
The Moth is a non-profit group based in New York City dedicated to the art and craft of storytelling. Founded in 1997, the organization presents a wide range of theme-based storytelling events across the United States and abroad, often featuring prominent literary and cultural personalities.
How do I listen to old moth podcasts?
The Moth Podcast features re-airs of all new episodes of The Moth Radio Hour, plus additional stories from our vast archive recorded over the past two decades . Episodes are released every Tuesday. Subscribe via iTunes, RSS, RadioPublic, or your favorite podcast app.
Are The Moth stories true?
The Story Behind the Stories Each show starts with a theme, and the storytellers explore it, often in unexpected ways. Since each story is true and every voice authentic, the shows dance between documentary and theater, creating a unique, intimate, and often enlightening experience for the audience.
Do moth story tellers get paid?
The show's so beloved by performers and audiences that there are now nearly a dozen Mortified shows performed each month throughout various “chapters” around the world: eight in the U.S., eight abroad. Tickets range between $10 and $20-plus. They also don't pay performers, at least not in money.
Why is it called The Moth story telling?
Since it was launched in 1997 The Moth has staged events where more than 3,000 stories have been told to live audiences. This hip American storytelling behemoth – named after moths attracted to porch lights when people gather to share tales – also runs Moth Radio Hour, broadcast across 250 stations in the US.
Are there any radio stations that tell stories?
Live Storytelling - KRTS 93.5 FM Marfa Public RadioKRTS 93.5 FM Marfa Public Radio.
Is The Moth podcast free?
The Moth Podcast | Free Listening on Podbean App.
Who hosts The Moth?
Dan Kennedy is host of The Moth podcast, a longtime host and performer at Moth live events, and has spent much of the last fifteen years traveling the world performing and writing.
What is the symbolism in the parable of The Moth?
It implies that there are things that certain people are willing to do even if it may cost them their lives. The cockroach in the poem represents all the people who live their lives very carefully to ensure a long one. The moth symbolizes all the people who don't.
Who was aleeza Kazmi?
Aleeza Kazmi is a multimedia storyteller seeking to use the power of storytelling for social good. Her work has been featured in Teen Vogue, The Moth Radio Hour, and The New York Times bestselling story collection, Occasional Magic.
How does The Moth make money?
As a nonprofit, The Moth relies upon charitable contributions to produce and share engaging, well-crafted stories at live shows, on a free, weekly Radio Hour and podcast, and in its Education & Community Programs.
Can moths hurt you?
Moths are generally peaceful creatures. They do not attack or try to hurt humans and they just keep to themselves. They do not bite or sting, unlike wasps, spiders, or ants. They do cause economic damages and are certainly a nuisance to have around the house.
Why do moths exist?
Moths are important pollinators. While some moths, particularly caterpillars such as the corn earworm, are major agricultural pests, many others are important pollinators. "Their hairy bodies make moths great pollinators — they pick up pollen from any flower they land on," Moskowitz said.
What does the moth symbolize?
The moth symbolizes rebirth, change, transformation, resurrection, and the power of regeneration in Native American mythology. In fact, butterflies and moths both hold a significant position in the Native American culture.
Can moths hurt you in your sleep?
Can moths hurt you? Most adult moths aren't physically able to bite you. And, besides flying out of a place you don't expect and startling you, many species of adult moths can't do much to harm you in other ways.
Who won the mission story slam?
Laura Lacy, co-founder of Attic Brewing won MISSION Story Slam 4 and $350 for Face To Face Germantown Human Services with her story about the perils of promotion. Laura sits down with PWPvideo EP Michael Schweisheimer to discuss building a brewery and a B Corp in Germantown, Philadelphia on the MISSION Story Slam Podcast
Who is Chris Satullo?
Chris Satullo is a veteran journalist and civic engagement leader. He has been a news executive at the Philadelphia Inquirer and at WHYY. In addition to his work with the Committee of 70 and Draw the Lines PA, he is also a co-founder of the Penn Project for Civic Engagement at the University of Pennsylvania. And we’ve been lucky to have him as the host of MISSION Story Slam right from the start. Chris told a story about his Father and the inspiration for his dedication to democracy at MSS2.
Who is Mara Nissley?
Mara Nissley is the Communications and Events Manager for the ALS Hope Foundation. Her work honors her beloved Grandfather who passed away from ALS in 2000. In her story, Mara tells us of the connection between her Grandfather’s gentle teaching and her desire to make a difference in the lives of people living with ALS. Mara’s story won 2nd Place and the $100 prize for ALS HOPE at the first MISSION Story Slam.
Who is Jamie Bogert?
Jamie Bogert is Managing Editor and Audience Engagement Coordinator at the Philadelphia Citizen, a non-profit, nonpartisan media organization that emphasizes solutions and promotes active citizenship in the Philadelphia region. Jamie is also a newly-minted Democratic Committee Person of Philly’s 27th ward, 5th Division in West Philadelphia. She also sells pickles at the Rittenhouse Farmers Market.
From WGLT
Next to Normal Story Slam is a monthly storytelling event held at the McLean County Arts Center. People tell personal stories that revolve around a chosen theme. It is an opportunity to listen, connect and share. Segments are periodically shared on GLT's Sound Ideas.
Story Slam's Voices of the Pandemic: Camille Taylor
May 21, 2020 • Now, another first-person story from the Next To Normal Story Slam and its special audio series, "Voices From the Pandemic." Today we hear from Bloomington-Normal community leader and social justice advocate Camille Taylor. Taylor got hit with a bug in late February — the sickest she's ever felt.
Story Slam's Voices of the Pandemic: Jeff Woodward
May 21, 2020 • Listen to the first episode of a new audio series from the folks at the Next To Normal Story Slam, called "Voices From The Pandemic." This story comes from Jeff Woodard, who works at the McLean County Museum of History and serves on the Western Avenue Community Center board.
Story Slam: Joe Strupek's Animal Tale
March 3, 2020 • Bloomington-Normal community members shared their Animal Tales during the latest Next to Normal Story Slam on Feb. 28 at the McLean County Arts Center. Joe Strupek was one of the storytellers: The next Story Slam is March 21.
Story Slam: Bob Ryder's Animal Tale
March 3, 2020 • Bloomington-Normal community members shared their Animal Tales during the latest Next to Normal Story Slam on Feb. 28 at the McLean County Arts Center. Bob Ryder was one of the storytellers: The next Story Slam is March 21.
Story Slam: Sarah Buckmann's Animal Tale
March 3, 2020 • Bloomington-Normal community members shared their Animal Tales during the latest Next to Normal Story Slam on Feb. 28 at the McLean County Arts Center. Sarah Buckmann was one of the storytellers: The next Story Slam is March 21.
Story Slam: Cathy Sutliff's Animal Tale
March 3, 2020 • Bloomington-Normal community members shared their Animal Tales during the latest Next to Normal Story Slam on Feb. 28 at the McLean County Arts Center. Cathy Sutliff was one of the storytellers: The next Story Slam is March 21.
