About this episode

This episode features stories of finding one's way through various life experiences.

This episode originally aired on April 11th, 2023. In this hour, stories of finding one's way—through heartbreak, adolescence, times of crisis, and public nudity. This episode is hosted by Moth storyteller Samuel James. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Kristin Lee tries to make friends at genetics camp.  8-year-old Maura Schneider and her friend hatch a revenge plan after experiencing their first rejection. Kaya Jarvis gets the help she needs from an unexpected source.  Samuel Blackman contends with the realities of working in pediatric oncology. Annie Linn navigates having her mother as her high school English teacher.  Evie O'Reilly goes on her first naked bike ride. Podcast # 812

People in this episode

Host: Samuel James

Guests: Kristin Lee, Maura Schneider, Kaya Jarvis, Samuel Blackman, Annie Linn, Evie O'Reilly

Topics covered

• heartbreak
• adolescence
• crisis
• public nudity
• friendship
• rejection

Keywords

• heartbreak
• adolescence
• crisis
• public nudity
• friendship
• rejection
• Moth Radio Hour

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Moth, Atlantic Public Media

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