Fresh Starts: The Moth Radio Hour
Summary
Hosted by Peter Aguirre, this episode highlights The Moth’s education program, which has taught storytelling to over 2,300 students since 2012. The "Fresh Starts" theme features recent stories from high school and college students, including Arava Chakin’s account of navigating gender bias in advanced math classes and Edie Wadman’s humorous journey from failed babysitter to confident caregiver. The hour also includes Max Trotko’s poignant reflection on grief and joy coexisting, Hope Guzzel’s story of balancing law school with cancer treatment, and Andrew McGill’s tribute to the teacher who …
Topics discussed
Mint Mobile Summer Sale advertisement
Nissan financing offer and Consumer Guide ad
Introduction to the 'Fresh Starts' theme
Overview of the Moth Story Lab workshops
Arva Chaka's story on gender bias in math class
Edie Wadman's story on babysitting and independence
Sponsorships: Alma, Square, and Smile Generation
Max's story on grief and playing Manhunt
Interview with Max on processing grief
Sponsorships: Wayfair and Quince
Hope Guzzel's story on law school and cancer
Andrew McGill's story on DJing and history class
Leonard Vanney's story on discovering baseball
Story on fly fishing and family legacy
Closing credits and acknowledgments
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