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Apr 18
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The Moth Podcast: National Parks Week

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In honor of National Parks Week, we've got three stories, all about our National Parks, and why they matter. This episode was hosted by Tim Lopez. Storytellers: Kathy Nicarry finds strength in Yellowstone National Park. Tim Lopez is feeling a bit lost, and then becomes a Park Ranger in California. 95 year old park ranger Betty Reid Soskin squares off wit ... Show More
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