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Jun 27
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The Moth Podcast: Jaws

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This summer marks the 50th anniversary of the release of Jaws in theaters. And you know what that means, stories about TEETH. Because sharks are scary, but dental work is the real horror. This episode is hosted by Suzanne Rust. Storytellers: Alexis Traussi has jaw surgery Shania Russell delays some dental work Anagha Mahajan has a biking accident and end ... Show More
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