The Moth The Art And Craft Of Storytelling
The Moth is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to the art and craft of storytelling. It was founded in 1997 by novelist George Dawes Green, who wanted to recreate the feeling of sitting on a porch in Georgia, listening to his friends tell stories.
Since then, The Moth has grown into a global community of storytellers and listeners, hosting live events, producing a weekly podcast, and offering workshops and training programs for aspiring storytellers.
The Moth Live Events
The Moth's live events are held in cities around the world, with storytellers taking the stage to share their personal experiences in front of a live audience. The events are unscripted, with no notes or props allowed, and the stories are often funny, poignant, and deeply personal.
The Moth also hosts special events, such as The Moth Ball, a fundraising gala featuring stories from well-known writers and performers, and The Moth Mainstage, a traveling show featuring some of The Moth's best storytellers.
The Moth Podcast
The Moth podcast features some of the best stories from The Moth's live events, as well as exclusive stories recorded for the podcast. Each episode features a different theme, such as "Family," "Love Hurts," or "Survival Instincts," and the stories range from hilarious to heart-wrenching.
The Moth podcast has been downloaded over 80 million times and has won numerous awards, including the Peabody Award and the Webby Award for Best Culture Podcast.
The Moth Workshops and Training
The Moth offers workshops and training programs for aspiring storytellers, with courses ranging from one-day intensives to multi-week workshops. The programs are designed to help participants develop their storytelling skills, from crafting a compelling narrative to delivering it with confidence on stage.
The Moth also offers corporate training programs, helping companies and organizations improve their communication and storytelling skills.
Why Storytelling Matters
At its core, The Moth is about the power of storytelling to connect people, to inspire empathy, and to help us understand ourselves and each other better. In today's world, where we are bombarded with information and distractions, taking the time to listen to someone else's story can be a deeply transformative experience.
Whether it's through The Moth's live events, podcast, or workshops, The Moth is dedicated to preserving and promoting the art and craft of storytelling, and to helping us all become better listeners and storytellers.