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May 2023
57m 10s

The Moth Radio Hour: The Rest is History

THE MOTH
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In this hour, an ancient instrument, a life-changing disaster, and survival in the face of genocide. People who experienced history, and its artifacts, firsthand. 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. Storytellers: Musician Frank Almond makes a historic disc ... Show More
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